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Trump Demands Iran Deal Before Lifting Strait of Hormuz Blockade

Donald Trump has stated that the United States will not end its embargo on Iranian ports until Tehran agrees to a deal, intensifying pressure as…

Apr 14, 2026 · Javen Norwick
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Louisiana shooting leaves eight children dead in domestic tragedy

A father has shot dead seven of his own children and an eighth unrelated child in a shooting spree in Shreveport, Louisiana, in what police…

Apr 13, 2026 · Javen Norwick
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Decorated Australian Soldier Faces War Crime Murder Charges

Australia’s most-decorated living soldier, Ben Roberts-Smith, has pledged to fight five war crime murder charges in his first public statement since being arrested the previous…

Apr 12, 2026 · Javen Norwick
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Oil prices tumble as Iran pledges Strait of Hormuz access

Oil prices have fallen sharply after Iran announced the Strait of Hormuz would remain “completely open” to trade vessels throughout the pause in hostilities in…

Apr 11, 2026 · Javen Norwick
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Unexpected Ceasefire Leaves Israel’s North Questioning Leadership

Israel’s communities in the north woke to an unexpected truce deal between Israel and Lebanon on Tuesday, negotiated by US President Donald Trump – but…

Apr 10, 2026 · Javen Norwick
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WHO Initiates Broad Effort To Combat Drug-Resistant Bacteria

In a major step to address one of modern medicine’s most critical challenges, the World Health Organisation has unveiled an comprehensive global initiative addressing antibiotic-resistant…

Apr 9, 2026 · Javen Norwick
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United Nations Peacekeeping Units Extend Deployment in Conflict Affected Regions

As conflict escalates across various regions of conflict, the United Nations has declared a significant expansion of its peacekeeping operations, dispatching additional troops and resources…

Apr 9, 2026 · Javen Norwick
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Iranians Hold Their Breath as Ceasefire Teeters on Diplomatic Edge

As a precarious ceasefire approaches collapse, Iranians are seized by uncertainty about whether diplomatic discussions can stop a return to devastating conflict. With the 14-day…

Apr 9, 2026 · Javen Norwick
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UNESCO has designated five new World Heritage locations throughout 3 continents

UNESCO has unveiled an impressive extension of its prestigious World Heritage Sites list, acknowledging five remarkable locations spanning three continents. This important achievement honours humanity’s…

Apr 9, 2026 · Javen Norwick
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Global Trade Tensions Escalate as Principal Markets Introduce Tit-for-Tat Tariffs

Global trade relations have reached a critical juncture as major economies escalate their trade barriers through reciprocal tariff impositions. This reciprocal strategy to cross-border trade…

Apr 8, 2026 · Javen Norwick