RCMP Charges Three After CBSA Seizes Dozens of Fake Passports at Ontario Border
On March 12, 2026, Canadian law enforcement detained three local residents at the Peace Bridge port of entry in Fort Erie, Ontario, after the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) found multiple forged Canadian passports and forgery equipment during a secondary inspection. The incident occurred when the individuals were flagged for a secondary check after they accidentally veered toward the US border. CBSA officers seized six counterfeit passports, materials used to produce fake documents, around $24,000 in US and Canadian cash, and 84 illicit credit, debit, and gift cards. Drug paraphernalia was also discovered during the search. The Royal Canadian Mounted... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 14:45
UK Advises Against All Travel to Israel and Palestine Amid Rising Conflict
On May 6, 2024, the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) issued a sweeping travel advisory cautioning against all travel to Israel and the Palestinian territories. The announcement comes amid a surge in regional clashes that have heightened security threats and disrupted normal life. The advisory specifically warns travellers to stay clear of areas near military and security installations due to potential violence. This advisory affects British nationals planning to visit the region or currently residing there, urging them to register their presence with the UK authorities for timely updates. It underlines the unpredictable security situation and encourages following... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 14:42
ICE arrests 9 convicted sex offenders during California enforcement sweep
In a focused enforcement action on January 27 and 28, ICE detained nine illegal aliens convicted of sex offenses in California’s Los Angeles metropolitan area. These individuals were identified based on prior sex-related convictions, underscoring targeted efforts to mitigate risks posed by criminal elements within undocumented immigrant communities. ICE officials stressed the operation’s role in safeguarding local residents from repeat offenders. The arrested offenders will be processed through the legal system and subsequently removed from the United States. Authorities assert that this will reduce the potential for future sexual crimes, enhancing public safety and community confidence. The operation is part... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 14:39
UK Advises Against Travel to Large Parts of Beirut and Southern Lebanon Amid Security Risks
The UK government has updated its travel advice, discouraging all travel to certain parts of Beirut, including the southern suburbs, and extensive areas in Mount Lebanon and southern Lebanon. The advisory explicitly excludes a key route from central Beirut to Rafic Hariri International Airport but urges avoiding all non-essential travel elsewhere in Beirut and Mount Lebanon. This move follows concerns over escalating security threats in these volatile zones. The advisory has significant implications for UK citizens and other foreigners in Lebanon, as travel insurance may be rendered void if the advice is ignored. Additionally, consular support will be limited or... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 14:36
UK Government Steps Up Measures Against Harassment of Elected Officials Ahead of Elections
The UK Security Minister has updated Parliament on enhanced government actions tackling harassment and intimidation directed at elected officials. This renewed focus is aimed at securing the safety of public servants, especially as local and devolved elections scheduled for May draw near. The move underscores increased alarm over violent incidents targeting politicians, with the minister referencing the murders of MPs Jo Cox and Sir David Amess in the last decade. Their deaths serve as stark reminders of the risks faced by public representatives and the necessity of protective measures. The Defending Democracy Taskforce spearheads this effort, tasked with implementing strategies... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 14:33
Strictly live tour announces pro dancer ‘has decided not to take part’
It comes amid a reported major overhaul of pro dancers on the BBC series. [Continue Reading]
Man Dies in Fatal ATV Crash in Remote Nova Scotia Area
On March 10, 2026, a fatal ATV accident occurred in a remote area near Middle Settlement Rd in Lovat, Nova Scotia. Emergency responders discovered an overturned ATV with a single adult male driver suffering from severe injuries. The 67-year-old man, identified as a Salt Springs resident, was transported to hospital but died shortly after arrival. The incident remains under investigation by the Pictou County District RCMP. Law enforcement is appealing to local residents and visitors to come forward with any information related to the crash or sightings of an older model ATV in the vicinity around the time of the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 14:24
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang snubs Arsenal stars when naming best ever team-mate
One player stands out above the rest. [Continue Reading]
Israel pounds Beirut suburbs after Hezbollah launches rocket barrage
Some Israeli strikes also hit other parts of the Lebanese capital, with eight people reportedly killed along the seafront. [Continue Reading]
UK Updates Russia Sanctions List with New Designations and Revocations
Between February and early March 2026, the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office released several extensive updates to its sanctions list concerning Russia. The sanctions target individuals, companies, and ships linked to the Russian government and its activities in Ukraine. These include new listings, removals, and corrections to the list. This ongoing expansion and refinement of sanctions form part of the UK’s strategy to apply economic and political pressure on Russia amid its invasion of Ukraine, aiming to disrupt funding and logistical support to the Russian military. The measures also intend to signal the UK's continued commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 14:21
US Justice Department Sues to Block California's Electric Vehicle Mandate
The US Justice Department has filed a lawsuit targeting California’s recently imposed electric vehicle (EV) mandate, which requires car manufacturers to meet state-specific mileage standards. The federal government asserts that the mandate violates federal law barring states from independently regulating fuel economy, as such rules fall under federal jurisdiction. This legal challenge directly conflicts with California’s push to accelerate the adoption of zero-emission vehicles through strict production mandates. California’s mandate, if upheld, would compel carmakers across the country to revamp manufacturing lines to comply with the state's standards, potentially increasing vehicle costs nationwide. The Trump administration and Transportation Secretary Sean... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 14:18
Pakistan's Abrar signed by IPL-linked Sunrisers
Abrar Ahmed is bought by Sunrisers Leeds in the men’s Hundred auction to allay concerns Pakistan players would be ignored by franchises affiliated to the IPL. [Continue Reading]
Concerns for Scotland’s fire service after no high ladder engine available at blaze
Glasgow’s only fire engine with a high-reach ladder was unavailable on Sunday as an office block was guttedConcerns have been raised about the capacity of Scotland’s fire service to deal with large fires like the one that gutted a Victorian office block in Glasgow as it emerged that the city’s only remaining fire engine with a high-reach ladder was unavailable on Sunday.The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that, while standard city-based fire engines were on the scene within minutes of the first 999 call, the nearest available high-reach appliance – which adds vital additional capacity to tackle a large... [Continue Reading]
Enoch Burke transferred to Castlerea for safety - court
The High Court has heard that teacher Enoch Burke was transferred to Castlerea Prison because he could not be safely housed in the general population at Mountjoy after having his enhanced prisoner status removed due to his behaviour. [Continue Reading]
Israel pounds Lebanon: Grieving border village calls for peace
In the south Lebanon border village of Qlayaa, hundreds mourn parish priest Father Pierre al-Rai two days after he was killed by Israeli shelling while inspecting the site of an earlier attack. Amid the funeral procession, residents implore the army for protection from the latest war between Israel and Hezbollah, but pledge to stay no matter what. [Continue Reading]
Iran new supreme leader Khamenei's wealth estimated at more than $100 billion
According to an investigation by the Bloomberg news organisation, Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of late Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei who has been appointed as the new head of the Islamic republic, has amassed wealth estimated at more than $100 billion. Money from oil sales has been channelled into investments in luxury British real estate, hotels in Europe and property in Dubai. [Continue Reading]
Strait of Hormuz should remain shut: Iran’s new leader Mojtaba Khamenei
Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Thursday called on regional countries to shut down any US bases that they host. “I recommend that they close those bases as soon as possible, because they must have realised by now that the claim of establishing security and peace by America was nothing more than a lie,” Khamenei said. Khamenei’s first statement since his appointment was read on state television on Thursday by a news anchor. He also said that his country’s forces must keep the... [Continue Reading]
Why Does Oil Matter So Much to the Global Economy?
The war in the Middle East has sent oil and gas prices soaring. Our energy reporter Rebecca F. Elliott breaks down how much the world continues to depend on reliable sources of oil. [Continue Reading]
Strategic Strait of Hormuz at the heart of conflicts over the years
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei said Thursday that the leverage of closing the Strait of Hormuz should be used and that Iran’s attacks on Gulf Arab neighbors will continue. The Strait of Hormuz has been at the heart of several conflicts over the years. Here's a closer look at events that have shaken the region, and the world, over the past four decades. [Continue Reading]
Ryan ruled out of Six Nations finale against Scotland
Ireland have been dealt a huge blow ahead of Saturday's Guinness Six Nations finale with Scotland, with James Ryan ruled out due to a calf injury. [Continue Reading]
Israel army says Hezbollah fired 200 rockets in 'biggest barrage' of war
Israel's military said Thursday that Hezbollah had fired around 200 rockets at Israel the night before, in what it described as the Lebanese armed group's "biggest barrage" since the war began. FRANCE 24's Olivia Bizot reports from Jerusalem. [Continue Reading]
UK Advises Against All Travel to Iraq Amid Rising Regional Conflict
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its guidance advising British citizens against all travel to Federal Iraq and the Kurdistan Region. This move follows a surge in violence and a volatile security environment fueled by escalating regional conflicts. The advisory stresses that these conditions are unpredictable and may deteriorate further. British nationals in Iraq face limited access to consular support as a result of the unstable situation, which could complicate evacuation or assistance during an emergency. The travel advisory also warns that visitors who travel against recommendations risk invalidating their travel insurance. This guidance reflects growing... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 14:03
Iran steps up attacks on energy targets as tankers hit
Iranian attacks are reported in Bahrain and Oman as two foreign fuel tankers are hit near Iraq. [Continue Reading]
Venice Biennale risks losing EU funding over planned Russia involvement
European Commission says it will suspend €2m grant if organisers of arts festival go ahead with proposalsThe European Commission has warned it will cut funding for the Venice Biennale if organisers go ahead with plans to include Russia.The commission reiterated that any breach of ethical standards by the art festival would be treated as a violation of contract, leading to suspension of the €2m (£1.7m) agreement. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Iraqi official urges Australia to take back alleged IS fighters during meeting with ambassador
Iraq’s national security adviser Qassim al-Araji says he told Australian ambassador that countries should repatriate prisonersGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA senior Iraqi government official has implored Australia to repatriate a group of suspected Islamic State fighters, raising the issue with Canberra’s top diplomat in Baghdad just weeks after the detainees were transferred out of Syria.In a post on X, Iraq’s national security adviser, Qassim al-Araji, said he met with ambassador Glenn Miles last week, and told him that foreign detainees should be returned to their home countries. This is despite such a task being... [Continue Reading]
Capital gains tax discount ‘overwhelmingly’ benefits investors in Australia’s richest electorates, analysis shows
Chief executive of Acoss, who undertook the study, says ‘it’s clear this tax break funnels billions into the wealthiest parts of our country’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastInvestors who live in the wealthy electorate of Wentworth in Sydney’s eastern suburbs claimed about $1.8bn from the 50% capital gains tax discount, according to new research. It reveals how a handful of rich enclaves in Australia’s two biggest cities account for a fifth of the annual benefit from the tax break.The Australian Council of Social Services is lobbying for a halving of the CGT discount and has... [Continue Reading]
NSW minister ‘not going anywhere’ as calls mount for independent inquiry into children living with convicted killer
Child welfare advocates demand accountability after revelations two children in care of state lived with triple killer Regina ArthurellFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA New South Wales minister says she is “not going anywhere” amid mounting calls for an independent review into why the state government allowed a convicted triple killer to live in a home with two foster children.The NSW minister for families and communities, Kate Washington, apologised on 2GB radio on Wednesday morning after confirming that Regina Arthurell had been removed from a home on... [Continue Reading]
I Went to Florida to See the 31-Year-Old Candidate Thrilling Gen Z. We’re in Trouble.
James Fishback has managed to bring the paranoid, transgressive, meme-drunk spirit of the right-wing internet into the real world. [Continue Reading]
Arab Parliament Backs UN Resolution Condemning Iranian Attacks on Gulf States and Jordan
The Arab Parliament has welcomed the UN Security Council's Resolution 2817, which categorically condemns Iranian attacks targeting Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states and Jordan. These attacks, which have included strikes on civilian infrastructure and residential areas, are condemned as violations of international law and the UN Charter. The Arab Parliament’s president, Mohamed Al Yammahi, called these acts a direct threat to regional and international peace. The countries most affected by these attacks include members of the GCC and Jordan, whose sovereignty and security have come under repeated threat. The resolution and Arab Parliament’s statement highlight the growing tensions in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 13:57
Can Iran’s asymmetric warfare hold US-Israeli military power at bay?
Iran has resorted to unconventional tactics in its retaliatory strikes against the US and Israel. [Continue Reading]
Man charged with Enniskillen murder remanded in custody
A man has appeared in court charged with the murder of a 23-year-old woman in Co Fermanagh last weekend. [Continue Reading]
In a new age of disorder, is it time for China to rethink non-intervention?
With the Strait of Hormuz effectively weaponised as part of the Iran crisis, Beijing should move beyond rigid non-intervention to take targeted action to defend its massive interests abroad, according to a leading Chinese government adviser. In an interview published on Monday, Zheng Yongnian called for a more assertive “intervention 2.0” while avoiding US-style hegemonic overreach or “strong-arm” tactics. He argued that China’s commitment to “absolute non-intervention” was becoming increasingly... [Continue Reading]
How Iran's attacks on oil and energy sites in the Gulf aim to shape decision-making in Washington
Sparking turmoil in global energy markets and undermining Gulf countries’ reputations for economic stability is all part of the Iranian regime’s strategy, according to a Middle East analyst. Speaking to FRANCE 24, Paymon Azmoudeh, senior consultant in the risk and compliance practice at Forward Global, explains that Tehran hopes to pressure Washington to end the war. Iran, he says, is very aware of the political risks for Donald Trump if the global – and US – economy takes a hit, especially with mid-term elections later this year. “When you have Abbas Araghchi, for example, the foreign minister, going on Fox... [Continue Reading]
Iran’s Mojtaba Khamenei issues first statement as Supreme Leader amid war
The newly appointed supreme leader delivers a defiant speech, pledging that Iran will keep fighting. [Continue Reading]
How corporations have collaborated with US military over the decades
The US military is using AI tools during Iran war. But Pentagon's collaboration with tech companies goes back decades. [Continue Reading]
German President Condemns Iranian Aggression, Supports Qatar in Urgent Call
Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a phone call from German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, who conveyed Germany’s strong condemnation of the severe Iranian aggression against Qatar. The German President acknowledged the threat to Qatar’s stability and reaffirmed German support amid mounting regional tensions. During the call, President Steinmeier praised Qatar for its efforts to protect German nationals residing in the country, highlighting Qatar’s commitment to ensuring their safety amid the crisis. Both leaders discussed the escalating situation in the Gulf and agreed on the necessity of reducing tensions through dialogue and diplomatic means. They underscored the importance of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 13:45
‘A massive headache’: Russians move to walkie-talkies as internet blackouts hit Moscow
Kremlin appearing to ramp up control over internet, as it tests new ‘whitelist’ restrictions and pushes people to state-owned appMuscovites have been turning to walkie-talkies and pagers amid unexplained disruptions to internet services in the capital, as the Kremlin appears to ramp up control over online activity in Russia.Users in central Moscow, as well as in St Petersburg, first reported difficulties accessing mobile internet about a week ago. Many said they were unable to load websites or apps, while some lost service altogether, leaving them unable to make phone calls. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Man injured after lithium battery catches fire on Hong Kong bus
A man was injured on Thursday evening after a lithium battery he was carrying caught fire on a Hong Kong bus in Tsuen Wan, filling the vehicle with thick smoke. Police received a report at 7.21pm about the fire on the bus travelling on Citybus route E21, which was heading along Tsuen Wan Road towards Kowloon at the time. Smoke suddenly erupted in the front section of the upper deck as the vehicle passed Chun Shing Factory Estate in Kwai Chung. Firefighters arrived on the scene shortly after and... [Continue Reading]
Sly fox sneaks onto cargo ship in Southampton and arrives in New York
The animal that stowed away on the vessel is now in the care of the Bronx Zoo with veterinary staff. [Continue Reading]
Israeli Forces Maintain 13-Day Closure of Al-Aqsa Mosque Amid Rising Tensions
Israeli forces have extended the closure of Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem for a continuous 13 days, denying Muslim worshippers access under the stated pretext of heightened security related to the ongoing conflict involving Iran. The move follows a heavy deployment of Israeli troops surrounding the Old City, restricting entry to one of Islam’s holiest sites during the important Ramadan period. This closure has prevented key religious activities including Taraweeh prayers and Itikaf, affecting thousands of Palestinians and Muslims worldwide who regard the mosque as a vital spiritual center. The Jerusalem Governorate criticized extremist groups, describing their incitement against Al-Aqsa as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Mar 2026 13:42
Warning of scam messages offering people accommodation
The Department of Housing has warned about scam messages or online posts claiming to be from Housing for All or Ireland's Housing Plan, offering accommodation to people. [Continue Reading]
Lebanon: Israeli strikes Beirut in new 'lage-scale' attack
#Israel launched a new 'large-scale attack' against #Hezbollah targets late on March 11, following rocket fire from the militant group. It struck #Beirut's southern suburbs as well as the capital's city centre, for the second time in a day and the third time since the start of the #war. [Continue Reading]
Children among victims in Pakistan’s shelling in Afghanistan: Taliban
Cross-border clashes between the two countries intensified on February 26, two days before US, Israel attacked Iran. [Continue Reading]
Cash-strapped celebrities deserve your donations too, says GoFundMe
There has been backlash to fundraisers for the families of Hollywood stars in recent weeks. [Continue Reading]
Thinking à la française: How French intellectuals shaped the world
Nerd Alert! This week we focus on France’s contribution to knowledge and ideas. If French philosopher René Descartes famously said, “I think, therefore I am,” then “we think, therefore we are” could be said of the French. Over the years, France has produced a wide array of world-leading thinkers at the forefront of dazzling theories about knowledge, liberty, justice, the human condition – and, of course, the meaning of life. But ask people to name a French intellectual today, and chances are they’ll mention someone long deceased: Camus, Sartre, de Beauvoir, Foucault… It begs the question: where are the intellectuals... [Continue Reading]
Naples museum to allow visually impaired visitors to experience art through touch
Sansevero Chapel Museum will host day of guided tours where visitors will be able to feel marble sculptures The Sansevero Chapel Museum in Naples will allow dozens of visually impaired visitors to take part in a rare tactile experience, letting them touch the celebrated works of art including the Veiled Christ, which is widely regarded as one of the most striking masterpieces in the history of sculpture.On 17 March, the museum will host an initiative called La meraviglia a portata di mano – Wonder within reach – organised in partnership with the Italian Union of the Blind and Visually Impaired... [Continue Reading]
China’s nuclear warhead storage a ‘highly concentrated risk’, US report says
Most of China’s nuclear warheads are located at a single facility in the country’s northwest and could be vulnerable during a conflict, according to a US think tank. In a report published this month, the US Air University’s China Aerospace Studies Institute detailed the warhead management and logistical structure of the People’s Liberation Army Rocket Force. The report, based on open-source intelligence, said much of China’s nuclear stockpile was stored at a single, centralised facility known as... [Continue Reading]
