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Why and how is the US blockading Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz? Oil prices have risen to their highest level since 2022, following reports that US President Donald Trump is due to be briefed by his military on plans for further strikes on Iran. Brent crude rose to more than $126 (£94) a […]
Continue Reading The threat to ships carrying oil in the Middle East is at its worst since the Iran war began, experts have said, following a spate of attacks on another key shipping route in the region. The warning comes after a number of attacks on vessels in the Red Sea, an alternative waterway that some tankers […]
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Iran has denied Donald Trump’s claim that new talks on ending the conflict would begin on Monday, after the US president called off what he said would have been “massive” strikes on the country. Speaking aboard Air Force One on Sunday, he said Iran “knew the extent of the attack because they saw it […]
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Why Your Hairbrush Matters More Than You Think The right hairbrush doesn’t just detangle your hair; it can directly impact breakage, shine, scalp health and even how long your style lasts. Using the wrong brush can cause unnecessary tension, frizz and long-term damage to the hair cuticle. On the other hand, the right tool can […]
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UK drivers have stolen almost £200,000 worth of fuel from petrol stations every day on average since the Iran war broke out and sent prices soaring, according to industry analysis. Incidents of fuel being taken from forecourts without payment have risen by a fifth in the five months since 28 February, according to figures from […]
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The boss of a company recently hacked by an out-of-control artificial intelligence (AI) system says developers of AI bots must be held accountable for cyber attacks carried out by their creations. Clement Delangue’s company, Hugging Face, was breached by a rogue OpenAI bot that escaped from a test environment and autonomously attacked the firm earlier […]
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Two crew members have been killed after two helicopters collided mid-air in Greece while taking part in efforts to tackle wildfires. The victims were a Danish pilot and a Greek fire service liaison officer. A British pilot and another Greek coordinator, who were aboard the second helicopter, survived the collision. Video of the incident, which […]
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What to Look for in a Pair of Running Shoes Choosing your first pair of running shoes doesn’t have to be overwhelming. While there are countless models and price points, most running shoes share the same basic design: a cushioned foam midsole to absorb impact and a lightweight, breathable upper that keeps your foot secure […]
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Hundreds of thousands of women in England have used a free morning-after pill service since it was introduced in high street pharmacies last October, according to new NHS figures. The scheme was launched to make emergency contraception easier to access, removing the need for women to book appointments with a GP or sexual health clinic. […]
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A week is a long time in politics. Football politics. On Tuesday morning, Gianni Infantino looked untouchable. As Fifa president, he occupied the most powerful position in world football. Just days later, that authority has been severely undermined. After attempting to sell stakes in Fifa competitions to private investment firms — apparently without the knowledge […]
Continue Reading Donald Trump says he has cancelled planned strikes against Iran, provided a deal can be reached “rapidly” with Tehran. In a post on Truth Social, the US president said he had decided to “cancel the attack, subject to being able to rapidly make a DEAL” that would include the immediate reopening of the Strait of […]
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At first glance, Iran’s surprise missile strike on a US base in Jordan earlier this week appeared puzzling. The attack ended the fragile pause in direct US-Iran hostilities and prompted Washington to resume strikes inside Iran. It was an unusual move. If Tehran’s priority had been to secure a ceasefire, the strike makes little sense. […]
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