Thousands Await Decisions in UK Modern Slavery Victim Cases, National Referral Mechanism Shows
The UK government’s National Referral Mechanism (NRM) currently has a significant number of cases pending a conclusive grounds decision for potential victims of modern slavery. These cases are referred by authorized first responders such as police forces, local authorities, NGOs, and government agencies tasked with identifying and supporting victims. Potential victims remain in limbo as authorities assess whether individuals meet the criteria for modern slavery protections. This delay can hinder victims' access to vital support services including housing, medical care, and legal assistance. The backlog reflects the ongoing pressure on the UK’s system to process and respond to modern slavery... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 09:54
Al Jazeera sees bombs being loaded onto US planes at UK base
An Al Jazeera crew filmed bunker-busting bombs being loaded onto US military planes at a UK military base. [Continue Reading]
UK Ministry of Defence Reports on 2025 Defence Spending and Industry Impact
The UK Ministry of Defence published its 2025 Trade, Industry and Contracts bulletin, outlining the department's spending patterns with industry and commerce. This report provides a breakdown of defence expenditure and examines its broader influence on the UK economy, comparing MOD spending with other government departments and international counterparts. Notably, the report excludes data on Major Equipment Projects for 2025 due to changes in reporting formats. Previously, equipment spending was included under Project Performance tables within the Defence Equipment Plan. However, no equivalent data was produced for 2024, as the Defence Equipment Plan will be replaced by a new Defence... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 09:51
UK Police Recorded 31 Terrorism Act Arrests in 2025, Latest Data Shows
The United Kingdom's latest statistical report on the operation of the Terrorism Act 2000 reveals that 31 arrests were made under the act in the year ending December 31, 2025. These arrests resulted from police actions aimed at countering terrorist threats and maintaining national security. The report also covers outcomes of these arrests, such as prosecutions or releases, and offers detailed data on stops and searches carried out under the act's provisions. This data underscores the continued vigilance of UK law enforcement agencies in detecting terrorism-related activities amid a complex security environment. It highlights the balance authorities must strike between... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 09:48
Saudi Arabia and UAE condemn Iranian attacks
Saudi and UAE ambassadors to the UN condemn Iranian attacks ahead of Security Council meeting. [Continue Reading]
Residents of this Beirut neighbourhood felt safe. Then Israel attacked it.
Residents of a Beirut neighbourhood tell Al Jazeera they felt safe until the Israeli attack on Wednesday morning. [Continue Reading]
Bangladesh parliament meets after uprising, elections ushered in new gov’t
Newly elected PM Rahman has blamed Sheikh Hasina and her Awami League party for undermining the previous parliament. [Continue Reading]
Russia Claims to Shoot Down 80 Ukrainian Drones in Overnight Attacks
Russian air defense systems reportedly shot down 80 Ukrainian drones during overnight engagements spanning diverse regions such as Crimea, the Black Sea, and several southwestern Russian territories including Krasnodar and Belgorod. This large-scale interception highlights ongoing tactical drone warfare in the conflict zone, with both sides intensifying the use of unmanned systems. In addition to these drone interceptions, Russian forces claimed significant damage to Ukrainian military communications infrastructure in the Kharkiv region over the first week of March, destroying more than 30 communications antennas and around 20 Starlink satellite stations. These actions have disrupted Ukrainian battlefield communications, potentially affecting their... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 09:27
Hong Kong’s MTR Corp net profit falls 6.9% amid weaker mainland China revenue
Hong Kong rail giant MTR Corporation’s net profit dropped 6.9 per cent to HK$14.68 billion (US$1.88 billion) last year, from HK$15.77 billion in 2024, as higher depreciation costs and weaker revenue from its mainland China operations weighed on earnings. The corporation recorded a property development profit of HK$11.08 billion last year, up from HK$10.27 billion in 2024, with income generated from projects including The Southside, Lohas Park and Ho Man Tin Station. However, the corporation... [Continue Reading]
Israeli Airstrikes in Lebanon Kill 11 and Wound Dozens in Escalation of Violence
Israeli forces conducted multiple airstrikes on Thursday targeting areas south of Beirut, including the town of Aramoun in Mount Lebanon Governorate and the Ramlet Al Bayda district in Beirut. These attacks killed at least 11 people and wounded 32, including a child. The strikes come amid a broader campaign of military action that has devastated civilian populations across Lebanon since early March. The Lebanese Ministry of Public Health stated that total casualties from Israeli operations since March 2 have reached 634 dead and 1,586 wounded, underscoring the intensity and scale of the current conflict. The deadly assaults have strained local... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 09:24
Minister defends PM's handling of Mandelson appointment
Documents show Sir Keir Starmer was warned the peer's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein posed a "reputational risk". [Continue Reading]
Barcelona fan mistakenly travels 366 miles to the wrong St James’ Park stadium
When he showed his ticket to staff, he realised his mistake. [Continue Reading]
ADF member charged with assault, robbery of fellow soldier granted bail
A Darwin-based soldier accused of assaulting and robbing a fellow service person has been bailed to travel home to NSW. [Continue Reading]
Southeast Asia enacts emergency measures amid escalating oil crisis and energy shortages due to conflict and Strait of Hormuz closure
Governments and businesses across Southeast Asia are rapidly enacting emergency measures as an escalating oil crisis caused by the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran leads to energy shortages. This crisis is exacerbated by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime route for global oil shipments. Countries heavily reliant on fuel imports, such as Indonesia and Vietnam, are particularly vulnerable given their limited energy reserves. As a result, various governments are taking significant steps to mitigate the impending energy shortages. The Philippines has notably introduced a four-day work week for government offices to conserve... [Continue Reading]
US-Israel and Iran Conflict Intensifies with Over 1,300 Civilian Casualties Amid Ongoing Military Strikes
The conflict between the United States and Israel on one side and Iran on the other has intensified, marking the 13th day of strikes that have resulted in significant civilian casualties. Reports indicate that at least 1,348 civilians have lost their lives amid the ongoing military actions, affecting the stability of the region and contributing to global economic volatility, particularly in oil markets. As tensions escalate, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has articulated three primary conditions for a cessation of hostilities: the recognition of Iran’s legitimate rights, the provision of reparations, and secured international guarantees to prevent future aggression. These statements... [Continue Reading]
Drought-hit pastoralists plead for funds to move hay stockpiled 1,000km away
After years of drought, pastoralists in WA are desperate for fodder for their cattle. A charity has a supply in storage for them , but no money for fuel to transport it. [Continue Reading]
The Democrats Could Still Mess This Up
Will they finally capitalize on Trump’s chaos? [Continue Reading]
‘I’m Flabbergasted by the Relentless Pessimism’: 3 Opinion Writers on Iran
Is Trump triumphing or has he committed a grave error? A debate on the Iran war. [Continue Reading]
War against Iran expands into Lebanon as Israel battles Hezbollah
Fighting near Beirut and in southern Lebanon has killed more than 630 people and forced at least 800,000 from their homes. [Continue Reading]
Southeast Asia faces spillover cyber risk from Iran war as ‘blast radius’ widens
Southeast Asia is facing a growing cyber spillover risk from the widening US-Israel war with Iran, with security experts warning that state-linked hackers and criminal groups are seeking to exploit turmoil around energy, shipping and banking networks to hit targets far beyond the Middle East. The assessment comes as Iran said it would target economic and banking interests linked to the United States and Israel in the region after an attack on an Iranian bank, while the United Arab Emirates said... [Continue Reading]
Hong Kong poised to grant first stablecoin licences to HSBC, Standard Chartered: sources
HSBC and a joint venture led by Standard Chartered are expected to be among the first companies to obtain Hong Kong’s stablecoin licences within two weeks, according to people familiar with the matter. The number of licences and timetable had yet to be finalised and remained subject to change, but sources said a possible date was March 24. The two banks declined to comment. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) last month revealed that a small number of stablecoin licences would be granted... [Continue Reading]
Iranian regime-linked handler investigated by Australian police over alleged death threat
Protester alleges that Iranian handler ‘turned around and looked at us and then drew a line on his throat and pointed to us’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralian police investigated a complaint involving an Iranian regime-linked handler for the country’s football team after a group of activists alleged he threatened to kill them them at a Women’s Asian Cup match last week.The criminal investigation, confirmed by Queensland police, has led to renewed calls from the Iranian diaspora for tougher immigration screening processes to block people linked to... [Continue Reading]
Czech 2026 budget passes but defence outlays fall short of NATO pledge
Czech lawmakers approved the 2026 budget, keeping defence at 1.7% of GDP despite NATO and President Petr Pavel’s calls to reach the targets outlined by the US following a push from the Trump administration to aim for 5% of total spending. [Continue Reading]
Iconic TV and soap star Wendy Playfair dies months before 100th birthday
The star had an extensive career spanning decades. [Continue Reading]
China approves 'ethnic unity' law requiring minorities to learn Mandarin
The law states that children should be taught Mandarin before kindergarten, until the end of high school. [Continue Reading]
Man, 40s, dies following collision on M3 in Meath
A man in his 40s has died following a collision between a truck and a van in Co Meath in the early hours of this morning. [Continue Reading]
John Lewis to pay first staff bonus for four years
The department store and Waitrose supermarket owner will give workers a bonus equivalent to an extra week's pay. [Continue Reading]
Iran war: What is happening on day 13 of US-Israel attacks?
Cyberattacks, tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and rising oil prices are deepening the global consequences of the war. [Continue Reading]
Southeast Asia shuts offices, limits travel as oil crisis deepens
Countries such as Indonesia and Vietnam heavily depend on fuel imports and have limited energy reserves. [Continue Reading]
Indonesia, Australia to expand security cooperation with Japan, PNG
Indonesian defence minister says Morotai Island in North Maluku province may be site of future joint training facility. [Continue Reading]
Queensland’s ‘from the river to the sea’ laws likened to Bjelke-Petersen era anti-protest regime
Health Minister Tim Nicholls corrects claim alleged Bondi terror attack gunman Naveed Akram used controversial phrase, as laws roundly criticisedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPolice arresting pro-Palestinian protesters for using the phrase “from the river to the sea” had “all the hallmarks of an authoritarian police state”, according to a Greens MP, amid widespread backlash against Queensland’s new hate speech laws.The controversial laws went into effect yesterday after passing a vote in parliament last week. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
France walks ‘fine line’ as US-Israel war on Iran escalates
President Macron has criticised the onslaught and questioned the war's legality but ultimately blamed Iran. [Continue Reading]
Co-founder of Copenhagen's Noma steps down after abuse allegations
René Redzepi, co-founder of a restaurant repeatedly named the world's best, has announced he is stepping down after reports was abusive to staff at the famed Copenhagen restaurant. [Continue Reading]
Russia and US hold first direct talks since tensions escalated over Iran conflict, described as productive by Russian negotiator
Russian officials reported a significant diplomatic engagement between Russia and the United States, marking the first direct talks since the escalation of tensions related to the ongoing conflict in Iran. The discussions took place in Florida and were characterized as "productive" by Russian negotiator Kirill Dmitriev. This meeting comes on the heels of the United States lifting some sanctions on Russian oil, a decision made to stabilize global prices amid the chaos ensuing in the Middle East. During the meeting, Dmitriev thanked US negotiators, including global envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Senior Advisor Josh Gruenbaum, emphasizing that the teams... [Continue Reading]
Coroner to examine whether 'unusual' death of Elizabeth Struhs was preventable
The Queensland coroner will examine interactions the Struhs family had with government agencies before the eight-year-old's death at the family's Toowoomba home in 2022. [Continue Reading]
Analysis: The war on Iran is at a crossroads
Iran is raising the costs of a continued war, for the US and Gulf nations. But could it , and the US , escalate further? [Continue Reading]
Tesla set to start supplying UK homes with electricity
Britain's energy regulator Ofgem said today it had approved an electricity supply licence for Tesla Energy Ventures Limited, a subsidiary of Tesla, allowing the company to provide power to households and businesses across Britain. [Continue Reading]
Israeli airstrike in Beirut kills at least eight and injures many in Ramlet al-Baida area housing displaced families
In a significant escalation of military tensions in the region, an Israeli airstrike targeting displaced families in Beirut has resulted in at least eight fatalities and numerous injuries. The strike occurred in the Ramlet al-Baida area, where individuals had sought temporary refuge amid ongoing conflicts. Witnesses report that they were roused from sleep by the sound of approaching jets, only to experience the devastating impact of the strike shortly thereafter. The Lebanese Ministry of Public Health confirmed that the airstrike injured 31 individuals, with many more affected by the chaos and destruction. The attack is part of a broader initiative... [Continue Reading]
Over 160 complaints filed after Mayday shifts Hong Kong show: Consumer Council
Hong Kong’s consumer watchdog has received more than 160 complaints after Taiwanese rock band Mayday cancelled one of its coming concerts at Kai Tak Sports Park and rescheduled it for later, sparking frustration among fans. Alaina Shum Jiu-fai, chief executive of the Consumer Council, urged the organiser to respond promptly, adding that as of 8am on Thursday, it had received 71 complaints from residents, while the rest were from outside the city, primarily mainland China. She said the total... [Continue Reading]
Orbán claims Ukrainians ‘threatened’ his family as anti-Kyiv campaign ramps up before election
Hungary’s prime minister made the claim as accusations mount that he is using a dispute with Ukraine for political gain in the run-up to elections next monthHungary’s prime minister, Viktor Orbán, has accused Ukrainians of plotting to attack his family, as an increasingly bitter standoff between Kyiv and Budapest continues. Orbán and his allies appear to be using the dispute for maximum political gain, before the election due next month that could bring an end to the 16-year rule of his nationalist government.Orbán released a video on Wednesday night purporting to show him speaking to his daughters on the phone.... [Continue Reading]
The Pussycat Dolls confirm reunion: 'We're celebrating where we're at as women'
Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt announce a new single and world tour. [Continue Reading]
New service to assist SMEs with post-Brexit challenges
A new service is being launched to assist Irish small and medium businesses in dealing with post-Brexit red tape and logistical challenges when exporting to Britain. [Continue Reading]
He wanted to run ‘errands’ – I wish I’d run a mile
His first ‘errand’ involved stopping at an enormous house in Kensington and knocking on the door. [Continue Reading]
Pussycat Dolls confirm UK reunion tour with first new song in 6 years
We're so back. [Continue Reading]
Jack Osbourne welcomes baby girl and names her after dad Ozzy in touching tribute
So sweet! [Continue Reading]
How China can win friends and influencers to help tell the country’s story well
Tourists, international students and foreign employees of Chinese companies could serve as grass-roots ambassadors, helping China’s story to resonate with audiences worldwide, according to one of the country’s leading political advisers. Zhang Bo, a professor at Beijing Language and Culture University who is also a member of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, made the suggestion on the sidelines of the annual “two sessions” meeting. Speaking to the South China Morning Post,... [Continue Reading]
