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Boyband drops album that speaks to its Korean roots ahead of Seoul comeback concert, with more than a quarter of a million fans expected to attendK-pop stars BTS released a new album on Friday billed as reflecting the maturing boy band's Korean roots and identity, as buzz built ahead of their open-air comeback concert in the heart of Seoul.The...
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Kuwait's Mina Al-Ahmadi oil refinery faced another Iranian drone attack on Friday. Fires erupted at several units. This follows a similar incident a day earlier. Firefighters are working to control the blaze. The attacks are part of a wider escalation in the Gulf region. Energy supplies and global markets are affected.
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Michael Kenny's daughter Juliette, a sixth-former at a school in Kent, died one day after showing symptomsThe father of an 18-year-old school pupil who died after the meningitis outbreak in Kent said his family's devastation is "immeasurable” as he called for better protection for young people.Juliette Kenny died last Saturday, one day after...
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Archivist Jo Klett says the 40 boxes of material will provide 'a full picture of Roger's entire working career'"It's a joy to be old,” wrote Roger McGough, one of Britain's most popular, prolific and funniest poets. "The dog dead and the car sold.”Another joy might be decluttering. After the departure of dozens of boxes of notebooks,...
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Palestinians say the move is part of a wider Israeli strategy to leverage security tensions to tighten restrictionsFor the first time since 1967, al-Aqsa mosque – Jerusalem's most sensitive holy site – will be closed at the end of Ramadan on Friday, with tensions rising among Palestinians as Israeli authorities keep the complex shut, forcing...
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US forces struck an Iranian missile manufacturing facility in Karaj as part of "Operation Epic Fury," causing extensive damage and rendering the site inoperable. This action is part of a broader US campaign to counter Iran's proliferation and maritime threats. Military assessments indicate a significant decline in Iran's missile launch capacity,...
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Prime minister makes hasty exit after people heard yelling phrases including 'disgrace', 'shame' and 'genocide supporters' Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAnthony Albanese has claimed he was heckled by people at one of Australia's largest mosques because they were...
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Government faces political fight as industry says mooted 25% levy on exports would hurt Australia's economy and energy securityGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGas giants will lobby against any federal government moves to introduce a 25% export levy on windfall profits, as crossbenchers pressure the prime minister to...
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Samoa and Tonga raise supply concerns with foreign partners as businesses and residents in Papua New Guinea grapple with higher fuel prices amid the Iran warThe leaders of some Pacific countries have appealed for help with oil supplies while others urge against "panic buying” as the import-reliant nations grapple with fears over possible fuel...
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Flight 41 from Los Angeles encountered patch of rough air shortly before landing in Sydney, leaving four crew injuredFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThree flight attendants were taken to hospital from Sydney airport on Friday morning after their plane hit a bad patch...
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Colombia-born Estefany Rodríguez, whose detention had alarmed press freedom advocates, freed on $10,000 bondThe Nashville journalist who was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) earlier this month was released from a Louisiana detention center on Thursday after spending 15 days in custody.Estefany Rodríguez, who covers...
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Minns Labor government criticised over strategy as no new mines have been proposed for several yearsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe New South Wales government will continue to green-light coalmine expansions, effectively rejecting a warning from its climate agency...
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As other Asian economies race to conserve energy, China has huge reserves of oil and gas as well as alternative energy sources like wind and solarMiddle East crisis – live updatesXi Jinping has been preparing for a crisis like this for years. China must secure its energy supply "in its own hands”, its president was reported to have said during...
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Arab and Muslim nations convened in Riyadh, issuing a unified call to condemn escalating attacks and defend sovereignty amid the Iran vs US-Israel conflict. Ministers stressed de-escalation and protecting energy infrastructure, signalling a collective desire to avert a wider war. The gathering highlighted a delicate regional balance, prioritising...
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Scott Bessent says actions will increase oil supply and bring down prices, but long-term effects in questionMiddle East crisis – live updates The US may soon remove sanctions on Iranian oil stranded on tankers at sea, the treasury secretary, Scott Bessent, said on Thursday as Washington seeks to curb prices soaring over Iran's closure of the...
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Reform, Tory and some media rhetoric runs contrary to poll showing far more voters for net zero than against itPolitical elites are out of step with the public appetite for net zero, according to analysis that identifies rightwing media narratives as fuelling a false backlash against climate action.Media coverage of net zero is more than twice as...
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London museum defies drop in numbers seen elsewhere, attributed to cost of living and fall in international touristsLondon's Natural History Museum (NHM) was the most popular attraction in the UK during 2025, with its renovated gardens, new climate gallery and lack of entry fee leading to record-breaking numbers of visitors.More than 7.1 million...
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The price of popular branded eggs has risen by over 40% in some cases while some have also shrunk in sizeShoppers are shelling out for smaller eggs again this Easter as shrinkflation takes another bite out of the favourite seasonal treat.The price of popular branded chocolate eggs has risen by more than 40% in some cases while some have also shrunk...
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Mother and child held in notorious Rio Grande Valley detention centre despite presenting visa, family saysA Canadian mother and her seven-year-old daughter, who has autism, have been detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Texas since Saturday, family members have said.Relatives of Tania Warner and her daughter Ayla Lucas say...
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South Africa will mark Eid ul Fitr on Saturday, March 21, 2026, a day after many Gulf nations and countries in the West, due to local moon-sighting traditions and astronomical data. This highlights the global diversity in determining Islamic festival dates, influenced by regional interpretations and scientific calculations, creating a familiar...
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Spiders progress through three stages—egg, spiderling, and adult—without metamorphosis, growing instead through moulting, a process that leaves them briefly vulnerable. Spiderlings disperse through remarkable methods like ballooning, while adulthood brings reproduction and, often, death for males. This biological cycle, grounded in real...
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In a dramatic escalation, Iran launched a strike on the world's largest liquified natural gas plant in Qatar and oil refineries in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. It was in retaliation for an Israeli attack against the world's largest gas field in Iran. Charlie D'Agata has more.
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Federal law says living presidents can't appear on currency, but commission approves design for US's 250th birthdayA federal arts commission on Thursday approved the final design for a 24-karat gold commemorative coin bearing Donald Trump's image to help celebrate the US's 250th birthday on 4 July.The vote by the US Commission of Fine Arts, whose...
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If prosecuted, case against 31-year-old would be one of first in Georgia since it passed 2019 law banning most abortionsSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxA 31-year-old Georgia woman has been charged with murder by police who say she took pills to induce an illegal abortion.If state prosecutors decide to...
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Akrotiri and Dhekelia bases have become targets for Iran after outbreak of Middle East crisisEU leaders have pledged to stand behind Cyprus as it seeks "an open and frank discussion” on the future of the British bases on the island, which have become a target after the outbreak of the latest Middle East crisis.Ahead of an EU summit on Thursday,...
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Eid ul Fitr 2026 will be celebrated on Friday, March 20, by millions across North Africa, the Middle East and Europe, marking a rare global alignment. This synchronised observance highlights evolving religious practices in an interconnected world, though some nations like India will celebrate a day later due to local moon-sighting traditions.
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Devastating news in the search for 20-year-old Jimmy Gracey, who went missing early Tuesday morning after a night out with friends in Barcelona. Family and friends have been desperately searching for clues but today, his body was found by the popular beach where he was last seen. NBC News' Molly Hunter is in Barcelona.
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Piers Morgan walked off his show after a heated clash with Harrison Sullivan turned personal. The situation escalated when Sullivan mentioned Celia Walden, leading to Morgan ending the interview. Soon after, Walden's old 2021 quote asking for her husband to return to work went viral again, adding another layer to the already widely shared moment.
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As Eid ul Fitr nears, UAE workers can be asked to work but are entitled to either a compensatory day off or at least 50% extra pay on top of their regular wage. This ensures businesses can operate during peak periods while protecting employee rights. Uncompensated work is a violation, with recourse through the Ministry of Human Resources and...
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James 'Jimmy' Gracey was at nightclub in Spanish city for spring break when he separated from friends at about 3amThe body of James "Jimmy” Gracey, a 20-year-old college student from Illinois, was found Thursday in the water off a Barcelona beach, police in Spain said.Gracey's body was found by police divers and positively identified, the press...
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Authorities warn of strong winds, heavy rain, flooding and coastal storm surges as cyclone makes landfall in far north QueenslandLive updates: Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle – latest newsCyclone Narelle path tracking mapHow did global heating fuel Tropical Cyclone Narelle?Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSevere Tropical...
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NT coroner ends inquest into Murdoch's death, which heard the outback killer refused to reveal where he hid Falconio's body right up until his deathFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNotorious outback killer Bradley John Murdoch yelled at police to "get out” as he lay...
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Eleven presumed gunmen were killed in an anti-cartel military operation in northwestern Mexico, officials said on Thursday. Mexico has increased arrests of drug traffickers and drug seizures as US President Donald Trump pressures Mexican authorities to crack down on cartels. bur-jpo/des
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Nowruz, the ancient Persian festival celebrating the vernal equinox, arrives on March 20, 2026, amidst geopolitical turmoil. Despite historical attempts to suppress it, from Arab conquests to the Islamic Republic, the festival endures, symbolizing resilience and cultural identity. Families worldwide observe its traditions, a testament to its deep...
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Cuba is preparing to receive its first shipment of Russian oil this year, just days after the government announced it was operating on natural gas, solar power and thermoelectric plants as severe power outages continue to hit an island whose power grid...
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Lawsuit says rescission of endangerment finding – which ruled greenhouse gases threaten public health – was illegalSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxA coalition of 24 states, alongside a dozen cities and counties, has sued the Trump administration over its decision to revoke the bedrock scientific...
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Fuel retailers put on notice as watchdog promises to come down hard on those doing the wrong thingFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe competition watchdog has received more than 500 reports of possible price-gouging at petrol stations since the breakout of war in Iran,...
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The anonymous leaflets display pictures of LGBTIQ+ people along with accusations of crimes such as drug trafficking and paedophiliaFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPolice in Western Australia are investigating flyers distributed to homes across Perth targeting members...
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