Iran is targeting ships in response to US attacks — can the US stop them?
As the US-Israeli war against Iran continues, we look at a scenario reminiscent of the tanker war of the 1980s
LIVE: China vs Australia – Women’s Asian Cup 2026 semifinals
All the build-up and live updates from the first 2026 Women’s Asian Cup semifinal between China and Australia.
Israeli strikes target Beirut, southern Lebanon, one million displaced
Attacks hit three southern Beirut neighbourhoods, fighting in the south intensifies as Hezbollah engages Israeli army.
Iran war: What is happening on day 18 of US-Israel attacks?
The US-Israeli attacks target Iranian cities as the conflict spreads to the region and causes a global energy crisis.
Drone sparks fire at UAE oil site as Gulf takes more hits amid Iran war
The Fujairah oil hub has been hit repeatedly by Iranian drones as the US-Israeli war continues to ignite instability.
Japan begins release of oil reserves as Iran war sparks energy crisis
Tokyo’s move comes as oil prices remain elevated amid the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Madagascar names anticorruption chief as PM days after cabinet dissolved
President announces Mamitiana Rajaonarison as prime minister after Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo was dismissed.
Rafah crossing closure leaves Gaza patients trapped without treatment
Thousands face worsening illness after closure of key crossing halts medical evacuations.
One Battle After Another’s big night: Key takeaways from the 2026 Oscars
Paul Thomas Anderson’s political chase film earned six Oscars, beating the vampire thriller Sinners, which scored four.
Oscars 2026: Full list of winners
One Battle After Another wins six Oscars, while Sinners takes four awards.