On March 7, Manitoba RCMP executed a search warrant at a residence in Erickson targeting a 55-year-old male suspected of illegal firearm possession. The search uncovered 12 firearms and approximately 2,000 rounds of ammunition despite the resident being legally barred from owning weapons. This finding led to multiple charges including unauthorized possession and unsafe storage of firearms. The suspect was released on an undertaking and is scheduled to appear in court in May. The investigation is ongoing, with more charges anticipated based on evidence gathered by Manitoba’s Integrated Law Enforcement Team West and Yellowhead RCMP. This case underscores the persistent... [Continue Reading]
The United Nations launched a $308.3 million flash appeal to assist Lebanon amid escalating violence between Israel and Hezbollah. Israeli strikes targeting Hezbollah rocket launches have led to the internal displacement of approximately 816,000 Lebanese civilians, placing tremendous strain on already fragile local infrastructures. The conflict has caused extensive damage to homes and public services, leaving large populations without access to essential food, water, healthcare, and education. This intensifying military confrontation has resulted in numerous civilian casualties, including children, further deepening the humanitarian crisis. Entire communities have been uprooted, compounding the challenges faced by an already vulnerable population. The UN... [Continue Reading]
Myanmar remains trapped in a deepening crisis five years after the military’s seizure of power. Violence has escalated across the country, driving millions more civilians into hardship and displacement. Humanitarian needs are growing rapidly, affecting approximately 100,000 people as armed conflict continues to disrupt daily life and restrict access to aid. Tom Andrews, the United Nations’ independent human rights expert in Myanmar, presented his final report to the UN Human Rights Council, urging the international community not to relent in holding Myanmar’s military junta accountable. He emphasized that the deteriorating geopolitical environment is hindering efforts to improve human rights and... [Continue Reading]
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The Syrian government has opened broader access for the Independent International Commission of Inquiry to conduct investigations into human rights violations within the country. This move allows the commission to collect evidence and provide technical assistance aimed at promoting justice and accountability. Qatar, speaking at the United Nations in Geneva, praised Syria's cooperation as a positive development that could enhance collaboration between international and national efforts to address human rights abuses. The ongoing conflict in Syria has seen widespread violations, and greater transparency could lead to increased global scrutiny and pressure on the government. The expanded access affects Syrians directly... [Continue Reading]
The Health and Safety Authority has launched an investigation following the death of a man in his 40s at a meat processing factory in Roscrea in Co Tipperary on Monday. [Continue Reading]
The US military said today it has elevated the investigation into a devastating strike on 28 February on an Iranian girls' school after media reports revealed the probe shows US forces were likely responsible. [Continue Reading]
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Bolivian interior ministry says Sebastián Marset is being extradited to US, where he’s wanted for money launderingSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxSebastián Marset, an alleged Uruguayan drug trafficker and one of South America’s most wanted criminals, has been arrested in Bolivia.Marset, 34, is accused of trafficking tonnes of cocaine from South America to Europe, and also of having ordered the murder of a Paraguayan prosecutor who was shot dead as he honeymooned on a Colombian beach in 2022. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Iran has allowed two Indian-flagged liquefied petroleum gas carriers to sail through the Strait of Hormuz, four sources with direct knowledge of the matter said, a rare exception to the Iranian blockade that has disrupted global energy supplies. The Indian-flagged LPG tanker Shivalik crossed the Strait under escort from the Indian Navy, said two of the sources, and the second vessel, Nanda Devi, was expected to clear in the next few hours. Since the United States and Israel launched a... [Continue Reading]
Exclusive: Chancellor plans help for vulnerable and low-income customers due to conflict in Middle East Rachel Reeves will set out extra support next week for households across the UK facing a surge in the cost of heating oil due to the conflict in the Middle East.The chancellor is expected to set out plans to assist those on low incomes or with other vulnerabilities, particularly in rural areas. The help will be delivered in England via councils using the new crisis and resilience fund. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
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Mercedes has once again dominated the Formula 1 field, qualifying their cars first and second for Saturday's sprint race in China. [Continue Reading]
A man charged with the murder of his partner who was found with "catastrophic" injuries at a burning apartment in Co Cork told gardaí that he was "replaying a nightmare" having lost his "soulmate" and "best friend". [Continue Reading]
Israel seizes more territory in southern Lebanon and threatens to keep holding it. [Continue Reading]
Late on March 11, Swan River RCMP responded to a disturbing home invasion involving a couple in their mid-60s. Two masked suspects, one male and one female, forcibly entered the residence. The female suspect brandished a firearm and threatened to shoot the homeowners if they did not comply. She stole the female homeowner’s wallet along with acetaminophen before both suspects fled. Authorities quickly apprehended a 41-year-old female suspect nearby, who is now facing criminal charges. The male accomplice remains at large as the investigation continues. Residents of Swan River are affected by the alarming nature of this armed break-in, raising... [Continue Reading]
Bombing continues as tensions rise in the Middle East. [Continue Reading]
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva says Darren Beattie was 'prohibited from visiting' Bolsonaro in prison. [Continue Reading]
Bahrain and Saudi Arabia F1 races unlikely to be rescheduled but WEC's Qatar round moved to October. [Continue Reading]
In a tragic incident reflecting the escalated violence in the region, a Lebanese father has buried his four daughters alongside other family members, including his mother, father, brother-in-law, and nephew, who were killed in an aerial attack. This incident is part of a heightened conflict that has seen over 770 fatalities across Lebanon due to Israeli operations directed at various targets. With mounting fatalities, around 750,000 people have also been forcibly displaced, further exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the region. The airstrike that led to this loss underscores the continued hostilities between Israel and various groups in Lebanon. Reports indicate... [Continue Reading]
MPs have voted against a proposal to ban social media for under-16s. The age limit, influenced by the Australian-style ban on sites like TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat, was supported by people arguing that parents are in ‘an impossible position’ over the online harms their children are being exposed to. [Continue Reading]
The American Heart Association advised changes to preventive cardiac care that it says could markedly reduce heart attacks and strokes. [Continue Reading]
If there ever was a strategy behind Donald Trump's decision to blow up the Middle East, it is lying in tatters as the second week of the Iran war draws to a close. [Continue Reading]
The war against Iran threatens to have a destabilising impact on this year's federal budget. [Continue Reading]
Conflict across the Middle East continues after the US and Israel launched large scale strikes on Iran, killing the country's leader on 28 February. [Continue Reading]
Fans have found evidence of a potential remaster for an obscure Lord Of The Rings game, which originally debuted on the Xbox 360. [Continue Reading]
Israeli attacks since early March have killed 773 in Lebanon as military expands assault to more Beirut neighbourhoods. [Continue Reading]
White House contends with reality of shoddy preparations for war and unclear conditions for victoryMiddle East crisis – live updatesSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailAs US and Israeli jets descended to deliver the opening salvos of the war in Iran, Donald Trump’s back-of-the-envelope plan for regime change in Tehran was about to run into the reality of the largest US intervention in the Middle East since the start of the Iraq war in 2003.That reality came quickly. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Iran’s leadership was “desperate and hiding,” after US-Israeli strikes. [Continue Reading]
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A formal tally on Friday showed Sam Page ahead of Phil Berger, the powerful longtime leader of the State Senate. A recount is expected but experts say that is unlikely to flip the results. [Continue Reading]
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With France preparing to vote in the first round of the municipal elections on Sunday, Paris has become a battleground between left- and right-wing forces fighting to shape the capital’s future. But while conservatives once fought tooth and nail against the left’s dream of a city of more trees and less traffic, a look through the rival programmes suggests a greener capital is here to stay. [Continue Reading]
In an interview, Trump acknowledged that the US is also helping Ukraine's government fight Russia. [Continue Reading]
Three days of mourning have been declared in Ethiopia after 80 people died in landslides triggered by heavy flooding. [Continue Reading]
Trump has warned that Cuba is next in line after Venezuela and Iran, saying that the Havana regime is in its “last moments of life.” [Continue Reading]
Envoi Allen, due to retire after this week, collapsed on the walk back to the stables. [Continue Reading]
A Lebanese father mourned the death of his four daughters, who were killed in an Israeli strike. [Continue Reading]
Kuwaiti defense forces identified a hostile ballistic missile outside the country's threat zone in the last 24 hours, confirming no damage or direct threat occurred. This detection is linked to broader regional instability attributed to Iranian military aggression near Kuwait. The missile’s trajectory kept it outside the range of causing harm but serves as a reminder of the persistent aerial security risks faced by Gulf states. The incident affects Kuwait's national security posture by maintaining heightened military alertness and defensive readiness. Kuwaiti forces continue active monitoring to counter potential future missile threats to their airspace. This vigilance is crucial as... [Continue Reading]
A teacher who repeatedly made false declarations about his teaching qualifications in job applications to Cork Education and Training Board has been struck off the Register of Teachers. [Continue Reading]
The Richmond RCMP have launched a public appeal to locate 23-year-old Gabriel Justice, who disappeared from Richmond Hospital on the evening of March 9, 2026. Gabriel was last seen around 6:48 p.m. wearing a black toque, green jacket, yellow hospital pants, and black sneakers. Authorities are worried for his safety given his unfamiliarity with the area and lack of phone access. Gabriel’s potential movement toward Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside raises additional concerns due to the area's known challenges. His disappearance poses risks not only to him but also highlights ongoing public safety concerns in the region. The RCMP have asked anyone... [Continue Reading]
On the evening of March 12, Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in Holyrood, Newfoundland and Labrador arrested Michael Howe, 32, after he fled from police during a dangerous high-speed chase. The incident started when officers responded to a report of a man making threats at a residence in Deer Park. Howe left the scene in a vehicle that was later spotted on Route 90. When police attempted a traffic stop, Howe evaded them at high speeds, driving recklessly. For safety reasons, officers chose not to pursue but later found his vehicle abandoned near a park in Holyrood. Howe was taken... [Continue Reading]
Israeli public overwhelmingly supports war with Iran, rallying behind Netanyahu despite political divisions. [Continue Reading]
The Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grands Prix scheduled for next month are set to be cancelled as a result of the Middle East war. [Continue Reading]