UK Issues Strict Travel Warnings for Pakistan Amid Security Concerns
The UK government has issued strong travel warnings for various regions in Pakistan, highlighting significant security risks. The advisory calls for no travel within 10 miles of the border between Pakistan and Afghanistan, citing dangers due to ongoing cross-border instability. Likewise, all travel is discouraged in large portions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the entire Balochistan province, known for militant activity and security volatility. Travelers are also warned against entering areas within 5 miles of the Pakistan-India border, except on the Grand Trunk highway to the Wagah border crossing and the Kartarpur Corridor, both currently closed. The advisory additionally restricts travel... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 16:03
UK Condemns Iran's Missile Attacks and Vows to Prevent Nuclear Arms
At a recent UN Security Council meeting, the UK emphasized its ongoing resolve to stop Iran from developing nuclear weapons, marking 20 years since Resolution 1737 was adopted to restrict Iran's nuclear and missile programs. Despite diplomatic efforts, Tehran has repeatedly acted in bad faith, undermining international peace and security. The UK expressed solidarity with Gulf nations suffering repeated missile and drone strikes by Iran, which have increased tensions and threatened civilian safety in the region. These attacks also pose risks to global economic stability by destabilizing one of the world's key energy-producing regions. The UK’s statement underlines the urgent... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 15:54
Morrissey fans have had enough after he cancels show over ‘sleep deprivation’
It's happened again! [Continue Reading]
Chilliwack RCMP Investigate Suspicious Death Linked to February Assault
On March 7, 2026, a 49-year-old man from Chilliwack died in hospital following injuries from an assault that occurred on February 21. The attack took place late at night on Railway Avenue near Young Road. The victim was walking with another male prior to the incident. The Chilliwack RCMP Serious Crime Unit has taken over the case and is investigating the assault as a possible factor in the man’s death. Police have appealed to anyone who was in the area at the time, including drivers and pedestrians, to come forward with dashcam footage or any information. This investigation is critical... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 15:51
Anchors Academy Expands with Junior Secondary Division and Co-establishes Senior Secondary School with St Bees School UK
[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Anchors Academy, recognised as one of Hong Kong's leading private schools for kindergarten and primary education, is taking a significant leap forward. The school has announced the extension of its educational offering to include Junior Secondary (Years 7 to 9)*, alongside a strategic partnership with the UK's historic St Bees School (founded 1583) to establish St Bees (Anchors) Sixth Form College in Hong Kong*, all... [Continue Reading]
UK and 23 Countries Urge Georgia to Halt Democratic Backsliding, Follow OSCE Reforms
A coalition of 24 countries, including the United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, and Ukraine, issued a joint statement demanding that Georgia reverse recent democratic setbacks. This follows the release of a detailed OSCE Moscow Mechanism report that assessed political conditions in Georgia and identified a worrying trend of democratic erosion. The international group emphasized the need for Georgia to fully adopt the recommendations set forth in the 2026 OSCE report. The countries underscore that democratic backsliding jeopardizes the stability and international commitments of Georgia, potentially undermining its integration with European institutions. The statement recognizes the rigorous work of Professor Patrycja Grzebyk,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 15:48
Over 816,000 Displaced in Lebanon Amid Israeli Airstrike Campaign, UNHCR Warns
The United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has confirmed that over 816,700 people have been registered as displaced within Lebanon due to recent Israeli airstrikes. The displacement crisis has left many families without safe shelter, as collective government-designated shelters are now nearly 90% occupied. The humanitarian situation is deteriorating rapidly, with UNHCR highlighting severe funding shortages, only 14% of the required funds for aid operations in Lebanon have been secured. To date, approximately 168,000 relief packages have been distributed to more than 63,000 displaced individuals across 270 collective shelters, in cooperation with Lebanese authorities. This displacement exacerbates Lebanon’s fragile security and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 15:45
The Archers celebrates a staggering 75 years with a massive treat for fans
A huge milestone! [Continue Reading]
UN Warns of Dangerous Military Escalation Along Lebanon-Israel Blue Line
The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) has raised serious alarm over a sharp escalation in hostilities along the Blue Line, the de facto border between Lebanon and Israel. UNIFIL documented seven Israeli air raids and over 120 artillery strikes targeting Lebanon, alongside more than 120 projectiles launched from Lebanese territory into Israel. These military actions represent a significant breach of UN Security Council Resolution 1701, which seeks to maintain peace and stability in the region. The intensified fighting threatens civilians on both sides of the border, amplifying risks of broader conflict between Lebanese groups and Israel. UNIFIL’s peacekeeping... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 15:42
Russell accuses Ferrari of selfishness over rules
Mercedes driver George Russell accuses Ferrari of being "selfish" for blocking a change to the rules to improve safety at race starts. [Continue Reading]
War in the Middle East: 'A sense of normality' back in Israel
The Israeli military said on Thursday that Hezbollah had fired around 200 rockets at Israel the night beforeFRANCE 24's Olivia Bizot reports from one of the buildings in Tel Aviv that was hit during the very first days of the war by an Iranian missile. Since then, "a sense of normality has returned to the streets", she explains. [Continue Reading]
Britney Spears’s ex-husband compares her to ‘oppressed’ Iranian women
The singer was arrested last week. [Continue Reading]
War in the Middle East: Explosions heard overnight in Tehran
Explosions shook Tehran early Thursday as the US-Israeli airstrikes continued with no end in sight. Minutes after saying Iran had launched missiles into Israel very early on Thursday morning, Israel’s military said it had begun a “wide-scale wave of strikes” in Tehran. [Continue Reading]
US targets Iran mine-laying as war causes oil market havoc
The United States said Tuesday it was striking Iranian ships capable of mining the crucial Strait of Hormuz and threatened escalation if Tehran presses ahead, as the Middle East war wreaks havoc on global oil markets. The US military posted video footage of Iranian boats blasted by missiles and other projectiles as it said it had destroyed 16 minelayers near the Strait of Hormuz, the chokepoint to the Gulf through which one-fifth of the world's oil passes. [Continue Reading]
UK Honors Victims of Nistru River Conflict, Urges Continued Dialogue Between Moldova and Transnistria
The United Kingdom marked the 34th anniversary of the armed conflict on the Nistru River by honoring those affected and emphasizing its unwavering support for Moldova’s sovereignty within internationally recognized borders. The conflict, which has left a lasting impact on Moldova’s political and social landscape, continues to influence regional stability. The UK highlighted Moldova’s ongoing commitment to democratic reforms despite facing hybrid threats and praised recent collaborative steps between the Moldovan government in Chisinau and authorities in Transnistria, particularly on gas supply agreements. This cooperation serves as a pragmatic example of how dialogue can reduce tensions and provide practical benefits... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 15:33
Channel 4 under fire after Crufts winner’s animal cruelty conviction emerges
Animal charities call for “extreme” breeds to no longer be eligible for prizes and full vetting of competitorsAnimal charities have complained to Channel 4 after the winner of Crufts best in show was found to have been convicted of animal cruelty, and said the winning dog is an “extreme” breed that has had a “lifetime of suffering”.After Lee Cox and his four-year-old Clumber spaniel Bruin won best in show at the prestigious dog competition, it emerged that Cox had a previous conviction for animal cruelty. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
US military ‘not ready’ to escort oil ships through Hormuz, official says
Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei says strait should remain closed as Donald Trump claims US benefits from high oil prices. [Continue Reading]
Novelist Dinaw Mengestu on the battle for freedom of expression
As he takes on the presidency of PEN America, Dinaw Mengestu explains why defending a plurality of voices is crucial at a time of censorship and revisionism. He also discusses how the organisation is working to rebuild its credibility after criticism over its failure to condemn the war in Gaza in 2023. The award-winning author’s fourth novel, “Someone Like Us”, has just been published in France, and Mengestu tells us about the personal elements he has woven into this story of an Ethiopian-American grappling with his identity. We also discuss the immigrant experience in the United States and why notions... [Continue Reading]
LC results vary more by school than neighbourhood - ESRI
The additional supports provided to schools serving disadvantaged communities are not enough to bridge the gap in outcomes between students from those communities compared to more affluent ones, an ESRI study has found. [Continue Reading]
Two plasma donors die at private Canadian clinics under federal investigation
Company that runs the sites says it has ‘no reason to believe there is a correlation between the donors’ passing and plasma donation’Two people have died in Canada after donating plasma at a chain of clinics that has been under scrutiny by federal inspectors for failing to keep accurate records, screen donors or maintain its machines.While experts say the deaths are exceedingly rare, critics say Canada’s embrace of private companies to handle blood products reflects a “slow collapse of a system that has been the envy of the world”. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
HSE issues bank holiday warning about pink powder drugs
The HSE has warned people who plan to use illicit drugs that come in powder or crystal forms over the St Patrick's Day weekend to be on alert, as they may contain dangerous substances. [Continue Reading]
Warning issued about 'pink powder' drugs ahead of holiday
The HSE has warned people who plan to use illicit drugs that come in powder or crystal forms over the St Patrick's Day weekend to be on alert, as they may contain dangerous substances. [Continue Reading]
Global banks tighten security in Gulf hubs after new Iran threat
Precautionary moves by global lenders highlight growing concern that regional tensions could disrupt banking operations in the Gulf, as Iran is signalling that it may diversify its attacks. [Continue Reading]
31 days to election: Orbán claims Ukrainians are threatening his children and grandchildren
In our regular digest of the week’s news from the Hungarian campaign trail: latest opinion polls, a Hungarian delegation to Ukraine to inspect the damaged Russian oil pipeline, claims Kremlin-approved Russian disinfo is amplifying Fidesz campaign messaging, Hollywood star Mark Ruffalo calls on Hungarians to free themselves from Orban, and physical attacks on independent journalists. [Continue Reading]
Two Men Jailed for Running Yacht People-Smuggling ‘VIP Ferry’ from France to UK
Two Ukrainian nationals, Vladyslav Cherniavskyi and Oleksandr Yavtushenko, have been jailed for operating a people-smuggling scheme using a yacht to ferry migrants from France to the UK. The yacht, named Uforia, was tracked from Le Havre, France, and intercepted by UK Border Security Command officers near the Isle of Wight. The men were arrested along with five migrants, four Albanian men and one Vietnamese woman, who were being illegally transported into the UK. The operation underscores the persistence of sophisticated maritime smuggling methods exploiting vulnerable migrants seeking entry to the UK. The use of a private yacht as a “VIP... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 15:18
Social Media Addiction Trial Nears End. Society Long Ago Rendered Its Verdict.
Closing arguments begin Thursday in a landmark trial that put online behavior under a microscope. In many ways, it has already been decided. [Continue Reading]
British SAS base struck by swarm of drones amid fears Putin is helping Iran
American soldiers were injured in the attack but British suffered no casualties. [Continue Reading]
UK supermarket accused of ‘April Fool’s joke’ over new hot cross bun sandwich
Not only is it very real, it's even included in the meal deal offer. [Continue Reading]
Enoch Burke transferred to Castlerea Prison due to safety concerns after losing enhanced prisoner status
The ongoing legal saga involving teacher Enoch Burke has taken a significant turn as the High Court revealed details regarding his recent transfer to Castlerea Prison. The court learned that Burke's relocation was necessitated by safety concerns, given that he could not be adequately housed in the general population at Mountjoy Prison following the withdrawal of his enhanced prisoner status. This change occurred on March 1 and directly impacts Burke, who has been incarcerated since January for contempt of court after ignoring a ruling that prohibited him from returning to Wilson's Hospital School. Burke had previously enjoyed several privileges associated... [Continue Reading]
Iran’s new supreme leader issues first statement
Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has issued his first statement since being appointed. [Continue Reading]
Woman who kept vulnerable victim as slave sentenced to 13 years
Mandy Wixon, 56, forced the victim to clean her squalid home and subjected her to a miserable life. [Continue Reading]
Trump Endorses Jake Paul, Who Isn't Running for Office
The president called Mr. Paul, a boxer and provocative influencer, a “great guy” and predicted that he would run for an elected position. [Continue Reading]
Keir Starmer admits mistake in appointing Peter Mandelson as UK Ambassador to the US amid scrutiny over past associations
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has publicly acknowledged what he termed a "mistake" in appointing Peter Mandelson as the British Ambassador to the United States. This admission comes following the release of government documents that have reignited scrutiny over Mandelson's past associations, particularly his connections to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. At a press conference in Northern Ireland, Starmer emphasized his accountability, stating, "It was me that made the mistake, and it’s me that makes the apology to the victims of Epstein." The controversy surrounding Mandelson's appointment was further exacerbated by the revelation that Starmer had been informed of a... [Continue Reading]
2 arrested in raid on Hong Kong syndicate accused of laundering HK$4.7 billion
Hong Kong customs officers have arrested two men in a crackdown on a syndicate accused of laundering HK$4.7 billion (US$600.54 million) in criminal proceeds over four years and running a drug business. Investigators from customs’ financial investigation bureau said on Thursday the group operated through two companies, receiving large sums of unexplained funds and channelling them through more than 2,100 transactions. The money‑laundering tactics involved shell companies, frequent transfers and... [Continue Reading]
Pakistan’s Abrar signed by India-owned Sunrisers in Hundred auction
Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed has been signed by Indian-owned Sunrisers Leeds in UK cricket's Hundred auction. [Continue Reading]
Live Nation Slacks Reveal Employees Joking About ‘Stupid’ Fans
A series of private exchanges in the messaging system Slack were revealed as exhibits in the Justice Department’s antitrust lawsuit against the concert giant. [Continue Reading]
A World in Chaos: Trump's U.S. Abandons Role as Global Leader
America's once-cherished role as a force of stability and order has gone up in smoke in the Middle East. After just two weeks of war in Iran, it is clear that the world has changed for good. [Continue Reading]
UN Security Council Holds Key Votes on Middle East Conflict Amid Escalating Tensions Involving Iran, US, and Israel
The ongoing conflict involving Iran saw a significant diplomatic moment at the UN Security Council, where two critical votes were held on the current situation in the Middle East. These votes were the first since military action had escalated, following recent strikes initiated by the United States and Israel against Iran. The resulting dynamics underscore the complexities and divisions within international responses to the conflict. The first resolution, which was sponsored by Bahrain, aimed to condemn Iran for its actions. This resolution was adopted, reflecting support primarily from countries aligned with the U.S. However, it notably did not include any... [Continue Reading]
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leads Bafta Games Awards nominations
The French-made role-playing game picks up 12 nominations at the ceremony celebrating video games. [Continue Reading]
Middle East Conflict Disrupts Flights, Nepal Extends Visas for Stranded Travelers
Rising tensions and conflict in the Middle East have triggered extensive travel interruptions, including canceled and delayed flights and airspace closures that have ripple effects worldwide. As a result, travelers heading to or through Nepal are encountering unexpected delays and disruptions. The Nepal Immigration Department has responded by offering free visa extensions to foreign nationals whose visas expire while they are stranded due to flight cancellations. This extension can be arranged upon arrival at the airport, providing some relief to affected travelers. The turmoil impacts airlines and passengers beyond the immediate conflict zone, with many facing uncertainty in their travel... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 15:03
Putin’s ‘hidden hand’ lies behind Iran’s drone tactics, UK defence secretary says
Senior British army officer tells John Healey Iranian pilots are flying Shaheds much lower, making them more effectiveMiddle East crisis – live updatesVladimir Putin’s “hidden hand” lies behind Iran’s military methods, the UK defence secretary, John Healey, has said, after a night in which drones struck a base used by western forces in Erbil, northern Iraq.Healey was speaking after British officers at the UK’s military headquarters in north-west London had told him that drone pilots from Iran and Iranian proxies were increasingly adopting tactics “from the Russians”. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Bafta Games 2026 nominees announced and it’s another Clair Obscur sweep
Dispatch and Arc Raiders are up for Game of the Year at the Baftas, but they’re competing against critical darling Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. [Continue Reading]
War With Iran Puts Further Strain on America’s Pessimistic Farmers
Nearly 75 percent of farmers surveyed before the war said the crop sector was in a recession. They face bigger hurdles this planting season. [Continue Reading]
Video shows moment Iran strikes US-owned oil tanker near Iraq
Iran has released video it says shows the moment one of its explosive-laden boats struck a US-owned oil tanker in Iraq. [Continue Reading]
