30% of Europe’s cocaine routed through West Africa region
In tonight's edition, a new report warns that trafficking routes from Latin America to Europe are increasingly passing through the West Africa region. Also, the new US ambassador to South Africa backtracks on his criticism of the 'Kill the Boer' chant. And over a month after Cyclone Gezani devastated eastern Madagascar, the storm’s survivors are facing a new crisis as the price of construction materials has surged by 50 percent. [Continue Reading]
Nanaimo RCMP Ends Five-Month Crackdown on Violent Crime and Drug Trafficking
From September 2025 to March 2026, the Nanaimo RCMP conducted a focused enforcement project to target violent offenders, drug traffickers, and individuals connected to organized crime in the region. Funded through provincial Community Safety and Intervention Teams (SITE), the effort sought to proactively address gang activities and violent crime. A key phase took place between November 14 and 16, when the RCMP's SITE team partnered with the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of BC’s Uniformed Gang Enforcement Team. This coordinated action disrupted street-level drug trafficking closely tied to the ongoing BC Gang Conflict. The operation resulted in substantial seizures of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 21:33
Two teenagers die after ebike collides with motorbike south of Brisbane
Teenage boy and girl riding ebike were declared dead at scene in Greenbank on Thursday night, Queensland police sayFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastTwo teenagers have died after a crash between an ebike and a motorcycle in the suburb of Greenbank, south of Brisbane, on Thursday night.Queensland police said investigators believe the motorcycle was overtaking a vehicle in the Logan area when it collided with the ebike travelling in the opposite direction around 9pm. The bike, police said, is not believed to have had its headlights on... [Continue Reading]
Netanyahu threatens Iran’s new supreme leader, defends joint assault with US
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday issued a veiled threat to kill Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei even as he acknowledged that Israel’s joint air war with the US may not lead to a collapse of Tehran’s clerical government. Holding his first press conference since the start of the war, the Israeli leader said that Iran was “no longer the same” after nearly two weeks of bombardment and that Tehran had suffered blows to its elite Revolutionary Guards Corps and Basij... [Continue Reading]
Iran war signals return to world of hierarchy without order
The war in Iran is not just another Middle Eastern crisis. It is a window into what world politics looks like when rules are weakest and power is most concentrated. Washington has spoken in the language of surrender and coercion, European governments have called for restraint and respect for international law, and Asian powers have scrambled to keep energy flows moving through a Strait of Hormuz that has nearly ground to a halt. What this reveals is not a functioning rules-based order. It is a... [Continue Reading]
Boy dies after allegedly stolen car crashes in Melbourne's south-west
Police say a teenage boy died when an allegedly stolen car crashed at Hoppers Crossing on Thursday night. [Continue Reading]
Artemis II: Nasa targets early April for Moon mission
Nasa says technical problems that have delayed the rocket are fixed and it is ready for launch. [Continue Reading]
Lebanese PM Vows No Retreat on War Decision Amid Ongoing Bombardments
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam reaffirmed the government's firm position on maintaining control over decisions concerning war and peace despite ongoing warfare across Lebanon. He reported that Beirut, its southern suburb, southern Lebanon, and the Bekaa Valley have faced continuous bombardments for more than ten days. The conflict has inflicted significant human and material damage, leading to casualties, widespread destruction, and population displacement. Salam stressed that the government had repeatedly warned against engaging in this conflict and tried to prevent Lebanon from being drawn into it. The Prime Minister noted that Lebanon did not seek this war and has worked... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 21:15
Settlers Burn Mosque in West Bank Village, Sparking Palestinian Condemnation
In the early hours of Thursday, Israeli settlers set fire to the Muhammad Fayyad Mosque located in the village of Duma, near Nablus in the occupied West Bank. Alongside the arson, the mosque walls were daubed with racist and inciting graffiti. This is the latest in a series of violent acts by settlers against Palestinian communities and their places of worship. The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned the incident, labeling it a terrorist act and holding the Israeli government responsible for fostering and supporting such attacks. The ministry accused Israeli authorities of promoting extremist policies that encourage settler... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 21:12
Lack of access to WA mine sites sparks concerns over drinking water
Perth's water provider is growing increasingly frustrated with US mining giant Alcoa after facing roadblocks in accessing areas near the city's key drinking water source that it needs to keep the supply safe, internal documents reveal. [Continue Reading]
Crocodiles found 'galloping' over roads, lurking near homes amid NT floods
Crocodiles have been spotted lurking in floodwaters across the Top End, with NT Police incident controller Shaun Gill warning the reptiles are "absolutely everywhere" right now. [Continue Reading]
Authorities identify suspect in shooting at Virginia’s Old Dominion University
Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, ex-army national guard, fatally shot one person and injured two othersSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxThe suspect who killed one person and injured two others at Old Dominion University has been identified by authorities as Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, who pleaded guilty in 2016 to attempting to provide material support to the Islamic State, a person familiar with the matter told the AP.Jalloh, a former member of the army national guard, was sentenced to 11 years in prison and was released from federal custody in December 2024. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Two teenagers killed in e-bike and motorcycle collision in Logan, south of Brisbane
In a tragic incident last night, two teenagers lost their lives following a collision involving an e-bike and a motorcycle in Logan, south of Brisbane. Emergency services were dispatched to Middle Road in Greenbank at approximately 9 PM local time, where they found the aftermath of the serious crash. The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding safety on roads shared by motorcycles and bicycles. Preliminary reports stated that the motorcycle was overtaking a vehicle when it collided head-on with an e-bike carrying two riders. The impact was severe, resulting in the immediate deaths of both riders: a 16-year-old boy and a... [Continue Reading]
Live: Oil hits US$100 again, as Middle East supply shocks continue
Wall Street has traded sharply lower overnight, as pessimism about the length of the war in the Middle East continues. Follow the day's events and insights as they happen with our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. [Continue Reading]
Court hears teacher preyed on 'unworldly, naive' Hobart school student
The lawyer representing an ex-teacher being sued for allegedly sexually abusing his former student in the 1980s tells a court that evidence given by the ex-student contained "straight-out lies". [Continue Reading]
Advocates push for major probe as US boat strikes in Latin America kill 157
The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights is set to hold first hearing on US's alleged extrajudicial killings. [Continue Reading]
Drone Strike in Congo Kills 3, Including U.N. Worker
The attack struck a residential area of Goma, killing an employee of the U.N.’s children’s agency and two others amid a sharp rise in drone warfare. [Continue Reading]
Ukraine and Romania Partner to Manufacture Military Drones Amid Conflict
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Romanian President Nicusor Dan reached an agreement to produce military drones collaboratively, with manufacturing based in Romania utilizing Ukrainian technical expertise. This partnership is backed by the European Defence Fund, aiming to enhance the military capabilities of both nations during ongoing regional instability. The joint drone project underscores a strategic shift in cooperation between Ukraine and Romania, which had experienced historical mistrust prior to Russia’s ongoing military operation in Ukraine. The initiative enables Romania to strengthen its defense infrastructure while providing Ukraine with a vital technological and industrial partner. The agreement also includes a pledge... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 20:57
Global Baku Forum opens with Iran war raging across the border
As a supplier of gas to the European Union, Azerbaijan has been increasing its deliveries to help fill the gap from the shutdown of the shipments from the Gulf as a result of the Iran war, said Aliyev's chief foreign policy advisor. [Continue Reading]
Union pushes for change to misconduct reporting in government-owned corporations
The Services Union says its members have complained about nepotism, favouritism in hiring and poor governance at a major Queensland ports corporation. [Continue Reading]
Coronation Street spoilers: Maggie petrified as she’s confronted by past secret
Maggie can't run from her past forever... [Continue Reading]
Kuwait Intercepts Multiple Ballistic Missiles and Drones Amid Airspace Attacks
Kuwaiti defense forces confronted a significant wave of hostile aerial attacks targeting the country’s airspace. Over the past day, five ballistic missiles were launched in the area, with four successfully intercepted and destroyed by Kuwait’s air defense units. One missile fell outside of critical zones, preventing any damage. In addition to the missile threats, seven enemy drones were detected and engaged. Security forces destroyed five drones, but two remained outside dangerous proximity. Despite these efforts, one hostile drone caused injuries to two civilians by striking a residential building in southern Kuwait, necessitating medical treatment. Another drone struck Kuwait International Airport,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 20:54
'Follow the smoke': BBC spends day with emergency teams as Israel strikes south Lebanon
The BBC visited the city of Nabatieh, witnessing the pace and scale of Israel's bombing as its war with Hezbollah continues to escalate. [Continue Reading]
Netanyahu says new Iran leader 'can't show his face in public'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says that Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei "can't show his face in public" after Tehran issued a first statement in his name that was read out by a TV presenter. FRANCE 24's Noga Tarnopolsky reports from Jerusalem. [Continue Reading]
Drone Strikes Kill Over 200 Civilians in Sudan’s Kordofan and White Nile Regions
Since March 4, Sudan has endured devastating drone strikes in the Kordofan region and White Nile state, resulting in over 200 civilian deaths, according to UN human rights officials. These attacks, carried out by rival military factions engaged in brutal civil warfare, have disproportionately impacted the civilian population. At least 152 deaths were reported in West Kordofan alone. The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, denounced the repeated use of explosive drones targeting populated areas, warning that such tactics cause widespread harm to civilians and violate international law. Despite multiple appeals to stop indiscriminate attacks, the violence continues... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 20:51
Iran to allow India-flagged tankers to pass through Strait of Hormuz (reports)
Iran will reportedly allow Indian-flagged tankers to transit the Strait of Hormuz, a conduit for 40% of the South Asian nation's crude imports, an Indian government source told Reuters on Thursday, but an Iranian source outside the country denied any such deal was reached. FRANCE 24's Mark Owen speaks with Giacome Luciani, Professor at the Paris School of International Affairs. [Continue Reading]
Trump says Iran welcome to play World Cup, but risk 'life and safety'
US President Donald Trump says Iran men's national soccer team is welcome to participate in the 2026 World Cup, but believes it is not appropriate that they be there "for their own life and safety". [Continue Reading]
Sunraysia and Murray Valley farmers seek disaster declaration after March deluge
A deluge of rain at a critical stage of Sunraysia and Murray Valley's harvest and growing season leads farmers to call for it to be declared a disaster to unlock funds. [Continue Reading]
Man charged with murder of court bailiff in County Durham
Jeff Blair, 55, who was attacked while on duty in Shildon, died in hospital after sustaining serious injuriesA man has been charged with the murder of a court bailiff who was attacked while he was at work.Jeff Blair, 55, died in hospital after he sustained serious injuries while on duty in Shildon, County Durham on Tuesday. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Pentagon briefs lawmakers on cost of war on Iran – but true price tag remains unknown
The US already spent more than $11.3bn in first six days of conflict, but price tag does not include all spendingSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxPentagon officials told top lawmakers in a closed-door briefing on Tuesday that the cost of the war against Iran has already exceeded $11.3bn in its first six days, but the true cost of the opening days of the conflict is likely far greater, according to two people familiar with the matter.This figure, first reported by the New York Times and confirmed by the Associated Press, in... [Continue Reading]
Rise in wind, solar capacity connected to national grid
An additional 189 megawatts of wind and solar capacity was connected to the electricity grid during the first two months of this year. [Continue Reading]
Israeli military drops charges against soldiers accused of abusing Palestinian detainee
The Israeli military's top lawyer cites "exceptional circumstances" for dropping the case involving a Palestinian man held at Sde Teiman military prison. [Continue Reading]
When the Matildas played in North Korea a full stadium laughed at them
When the Matildas played North Korea in Pyongyang in 2007, it was like unlike anything they had experienced before. [Continue Reading]
Married at First Sight star says cancer has spread
The dating coach was diagnosed with bowel cancer in December 2023 but says treatment has been unsuccessful. [Continue Reading]
Council seeks damages in court over millions of dollars in legal fees
A civil hearing between the Broken Hill City Council and its former legal provider over a major dispute in litigation fees has been heard in the Supreme Court of NSW. [Continue Reading]
Can AI in military operations really be ethical?
We examine concerns about AI’s role in military operations and the broader ethical challenges facing tech companies. [Continue Reading]
Tennessee grandmother jailed after AI facial recognition error links her to fraud
Angela Lipps spent nearly six months in jail after AI software linked her to a North Dakota bank fraud caseA Tennessee grandmother says she is trying to rebuild her life after an incident of mistaken identity by an artificial intelligence (AI) facial recognition system tied her to a North Dakota bank fraud investigation.Angela Lipps, 50, spent nearly six months in jail after Fargo police identified her as a suspect in an organized bank fraud case using facial recognition software, according to south-east North Dakota news outlet InForum. Lipps told the outlet she had never been to North Dakota and did... [Continue Reading]
Morgan Freeman’s swear-filled blooper reel for Netflix dinosaur show is magnificent
The documentary series has been called a 'masterpiece'. [Continue Reading]
Emmerdale spoilers: Cain packs his bags – with angry parting shot at Robert and Aaron
No other option. [Continue Reading]
Hawaiian Man Convicted for Trafficking and Sexually Exploiting Minors
Darren Patrick Riley, 45, was convicted by a federal jury in Honolulu for trafficking and sexually abusing five minor boys between ages 14 and 16 on the island of Oahu during 2019 and 2020. Riley used the dating app Grindr to initiate contact with the victims, offering money, electronics, and drugs to entice them into sexual encounters. These abusive acts took place at his apartment, hotel rooms, car, and public locations such as beaches. Authorities revealed that Riley filmed these sexual acts and distributed the videos, further compounding the exploitation. One victim was recorded announcing his age as 14 to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 20:18
ICC Launches Investigation into Belarus Over Allegations of Forced Deportation of Government Opponents
Prosecutors at the International Criminal Court (ICC) have initiated an investigation into Belarus, focusing on allegations of the forced deportation of government opponents. The announcement was made on Thursday by the ICC prosecutor’s office, which stated that they have established a "reasonable basis to believe crimes within the jurisdiction of the Court have been committed." The investigation specifically targets deportation allegations and the persecution of individuals through these deportations. According to the ICC, these acts are believed to have been carried out partially on the territory of Lithuania. The prosecutor emphasized that there is a reasonable basis to suspect that... [Continue Reading]
US Democrats call for 'swift investigation' into strike on Iranian school
A group of 46 mostly Democratic senators on Wednesday sent a letter to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth seeking answers on the bombing of a school in Iran. FRANCE 24's Fraser Jackson reports. [Continue Reading]
Two teenagers die in e-bike crash south of Brisbane
Emergency services respond to a crash between an e-bike and motorcycle at Greenbank in Logan. [Continue Reading]
Iran Identifies Major US Tech Firms as Potential Targets Amid Rising Regional Tensions
In an alarming development, Iran has issued a list of potential targets encompassing major US technology firms including Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Nvidia. This information was disseminated via the Tasnim News Agency on social media platform Telegram, signaling a remarkable shift in Iranian strategy amid ongoing regional tensions. The conflict has intensified with the United States shifting its focus on Iran's energy infrastructure and military capabilities, leading to increased concerns in the Gulf, particularly in Israel and surrounding nations. The backdrop to this situation involves a recent escalation in rhetoric following threats made by US President Donald Trump aimed at... [Continue Reading]
King expresses 'concern' over Alberta separatists in meeting with First Nations chiefs
One First Nation has sued the province of Alberta, arguing that allowing a possible referendum on separating from Canada is a violation of indigenous rights. [Continue Reading]
Live: Non-essential Australian officials directed to leave UAE, Israel
Non-essential Australian officials in the United Arab Emirates and Israel have been directed to leave as the security situation in the region deteriorates. Follow live. [Continue Reading]
'Absolute disaster': Flood damage in SA raises concerns about road funding
As floodwater recedes and local governments begin calculating the damage to SA roads, they are frustrated it will be up to them to foot the bill in lieu of federal government support. [Continue Reading]
Swim rescue hero Austin Appelbee honoured by Irish president
Perth schoolboy Austin Appelbee, who heroically swam for hours to save the lives of his mum and two siblings off the WA coast, is honoured with a note from Ireland's President Catherine Connolly. [Continue Reading]
