On March 14, 2026, the US embassy in Baghdad's Green Zone was struck by a missile and a suicide drone, targeting the helipad and radar systems following U.S. strikes on Iranian oil infrastructure.
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President Trump warns of major strikes against Iran within the next week following explosions in Tehran and a US plane crash in Iraq. The crisis has triggered a massive rescue mission and heightened security risks for regional hubs like Dubai.
A US military KC-135 Stratotanker crashed in western Iraq on March 12, 2026. Rescue operations are currently underway as regional tensions escalate.
On the 30th anniversary of the Dunblane massacre, the UK honors the 16 children and teacher lost in 1996 while reflecting on the landmark gun control laws that followed.
A comprehensive factual overview of the 30th anniversary of the Dunblane Primary School shooting, detailing the 1996 event, the subsequent handgun ban, and current commemorations.
The UK Home Secretary has officially banned the 2026 Al Quds Day march in London following police warnings of severe public disorder risks. While the procession is prohibited, organizers may still attempt a static assembly.
A comprehensive summary of the UK State Pension and Pension Credit increases set for April 2026, detailing the triple lock impact and new weekly rates.
Former PM Tony Blair has sparked a row by calling for the UK to back US strikes on Iran, a stance rejected by Home Secretary Yvette Cooper and Foreign Secretary David Lammy as the government prioritizes a 'cool-headed' approach.
Iranian drone and missile strikes have hit critical infrastructure in Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain, targeting desalination plants and airports, signaling a major shift in regional conflict and potential force majeure risks for energy markets.
Israel has issued a direct warning to target the next Supreme Leader of Iran as Tehran's Assembly of Experts reaches a consensus on a successor. The announcement coincides with a wave of Iranian air strikes across the Gulf, including a drone strike that set a government tower in Kuwait City on fire.
An updated look at the rising costs of childcare in Great Britain and how new government subsidies and nursery fee increases are affecting families in 2026.
The 2026 International Women's Day Influence List recognizes the 50 most impactful women in the UK, highlighting leaders such as Chloe Kelly across sports, politics, and activism.











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