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Ann Widdecombe murder suspect arrested by police

Ann Widdecombe murder suspect arrested by police

Authorities have arrested a 28-year-old man following the death of former parliamentarian Ann Widdecombe at her home in Haytor. Police are investigating.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 04:31 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz after firing on vessel

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz after firing on vessel

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has closed the Strait of Hormuz indefinitely after firing warning shots at a vessel. This action follows the collapse of ceasefire negotiations and escalating military engagements in the region.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 03:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Ro Khanna detained by armed Israeli settlers during West Bank visit

Ro Khanna detained by armed Israeli settlers during West Bank visit

Representative Ro Khanna reported that he was detained for 90 minutes by armed settlers in the West Bank, prompting an investigation by the Israeli military.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 01:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran and Oman talks fail to resolve Strait of Hormuz transit dispute

Iran and Oman talks fail to resolve Strait of Hormuz transit dispute

Negotiations in Muscat failed to bridge the gap between U.S. and Iranian demands regarding maritime transit. As the ceasefire remains dissolved, the threat of further military escalation and economic disruption persists.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 22:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Mojtaba Khamenei vows revenge as Trump declares Iran ceasefire over

Mojtaba Khamenei vows revenge as Trump declares Iran ceasefire over

Following retaliatory strikes and a formal end to the ceasefire, the conflict has intensified, with new leader Mojtaba Khamenei calling for vengeance. Global energy markets face instability as regional mediators attempt to revive indirect discussions.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 21:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US seeks Iranian pledge to free up Strait of Hormuz

US seeks Iranian pledge to free up Strait of Hormuz

Washington is pushing for a public pledge from Tehran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open as mediation efforts begin in Oman following recent military strikes.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 19:31 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
New York Times journalists subpoenaed by DOJ over Air Force One leak report

New York Times journalists subpoenaed by DOJ over Air Force One leak report

Four New York Times reporters have been ordered to testify before a federal grand jury following their reporting on security vulnerabilities regarding the presidential aircraft.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 18:04 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Over 900,000 Flee Their Homes In China Ahead Of Typhoon

Over 900,000 Flee Their Homes In China Ahead Of Typhoon

Mass evacuations are underway in China as Typhoon Bavi brings severe weather threats, while Venezuela faces a mounting death toll following twin earthquakes.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 17:05 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Iran’s new supreme leader vows revenge for father’s death as Trump warns

Iran’s new supreme leader vows revenge for father’s death as Trump warns

New supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei has pledged to seek revenge following his father's death in a February airstrike. In response, President Trump has declared that military measures are prepared to target Iranian interests.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 16:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Mediators push to salvage Iran-US diplomacy after ceasefire collapse

Mediators push to salvage Iran-US diplomacy after ceasefire collapse

International mediators are working to restore talks as the US-Iran ceasefire dissolves following military strikes and disputes over the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 15:01 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump threatens to completely decimate Iran following assassination threats

Trump threatens to completely decimate Iran following assassination threats

President Donald Trump has declared the U.S.-Iran ceasefire over following renewed military engagements and ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 14:04 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump warns he has ordered US military to obliterate Iran if assassinated

Trump warns he has ordered US military to obliterate Iran if assassinated

President Trump has issued a warning that the U.S. military is prepared to strike Iran following alleged threats against his life. This escalation coincides with the breakdown of recent ceasefire agreements and heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 10:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Flamingo Air grounded after Bahamas plane crash kills all 10 on board

Flamingo Air grounded after Bahamas plane crash kills all 10 on board

The government suspended Flamingo Air after a fatal crash in North Andros and a separate fire incident. Investigations are underway.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 08:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US demands Iran guarantee Strait of Hormuz is open and stop attacks

US demands Iran guarantee Strait of Hormuz is open and stop attacks

Following the dissolution of an interim ceasefire, the U.S. has demanded that Iran guarantee the Strait of Hormuz remains open and halt all attacks on vessels.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 05:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump declares ceasefire with Iran over despite ongoing diplomatic talks

Trump declares ceasefire with Iran over despite ongoing diplomatic talks

President Trump has declared the end of the ceasefire agreement with Iran following a week of military strikes, though both nations continue diplomatic talks.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 03:31 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US continues Iran negotiations despite declared end to ceasefire

US continues Iran negotiations despite declared end to ceasefire

The Trump administration is pursuing private diplomatic channels with Tehran following recent military tensions while demanding public accountability for maritime attacks.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 02:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump threatens to bomb Iran if assassinated by Tehran

Trump threatens to bomb Iran if assassinated by Tehran

President Trump declared that the June ceasefire with Iran is no longer in effect while warning of military retaliation following threats to his life.

World ·11 Jul 2026, 01:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Who launched the latest airstrikes against Iran? Right now it's a mystery

Who launched the latest airstrikes against Iran? Right now it's a mystery

Unclaimed airstrikes have struck across Iran, deepening regional uncertainty as Tehran responds with missile volleys against neighboring nations.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 23:01 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US and Iran hold indirect talks via Qatar to revive stalled ceasefire

US and Iran hold indirect talks via Qatar to revive stalled ceasefire

The United States has declared a previous ceasefire void following recent military strikes, yet continues indirect communications with Iran via Qatar. Qatari mediators are working to stabilize the situation as tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz persist.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 22:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
ICE agent fatally shot man mistakenly identified as operation target

ICE agent fatally shot man mistakenly identified as operation target

Federal agents fatally shot Lorenzo Salgado Araujo during a traffic stop after misidentifying him as an immigration target. The incident has led to investigations and a diplomatic response from the Mexican government.

World ·10 Jul 2026, 20:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read