FOREIGN

Oil Prices Rise as Escalating US-Iran Conflict Sparks Fresh Supply Fears 0
- FOREIGN
- July 9, 2026
Oil prices edged higher on Thursday as investors assessed the impact of renewed military tensions between the United States and Iran on global energy supplies and the prospects for peace in the Middle East. Brent crude futures gained 53 cents, or 0.68%, to $78.55 per barrel by 1148 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI)
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Eight Killed, Hundreds Injured as Severe Storms Batter Central China 0
- FOREIGN
- July 7, 2026
At least eight people have been killed and 275 others injured after powerful thunderstorms, strong winds and tornadoes swept across central China’s Hubei Province. State media said the severe weather struck several cities, including Huangshi and Huanggang, on Monday, with one person still missing. Authorities also evacuated more than 400 residents to safer locations as
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Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 3,535 as Search Efforts Wind Down 0
- FOREIGN
- July 7, 2026
The death toll from the devastating twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 has risen to 3,535, while more than 16,700 people have been injured, according to updated official figures. The powerful earthquakes flattened entire communities in La Guaira State, leaving over 17,000 people homeless, with thousands still believed to be missing beneath the
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Russian Air Assault On Kyiv Leaves 10 Dead As Ukraine Strikes Back At Russian Energy Sites 0
- FOREIGN
- July 2, 2026
A large-scale overnight missile and drone offensive by Russia has left at least 10 people dead and 56 others injured in Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, according to Ukrainian officials. The attack caused widespread destruction across the city, damaging residential buildings and other infrastructure. One nine-storey apartment block suffered a direct strike, leading to the collapse of
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G7 Leaders Back Trump’s Iran Agreement, Shift Spotlight To China’s Control of Critical Minerals 0
- FOREIGN
- June 17, 2026
Leaders attending the G7 Summit have welcomed what they described as a significant diplomatic agreement brokered by US President Donald Trump with Iran, viewing the development as a positive step toward reducing tensions and promoting stability in the Middle East. Despite the focus on Iran, discussions quickly turned to growing concerns over China’s dominance in
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Investigative Journalism Pioneer Roger Cook Dies After Short Illness 0
- FOREIGN
- June 15, 2026
Award-winning British journalist Roger Cook has died following a short illness, according to a statement released by his family. Cook was widely regarded as one of the pioneers of modern investigative television journalism, earning recognition for his fearless reporting style and his willingness to confront individuals accused of wrongdoing directly. He became a household name
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