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Live - U.S. finishes 7th straight night of Iran strikes as Strait of Hormuz freezes up - As the U.S. and Iran escalate attacks 140 days into the war, an industry analyst says "nobody is willing to move" through the Strait of Hormuz. 8H ago

CBS News - 1 minute ago

Kuwait condemns 'heinous' Iranian attacks

Aljazeera - 1 minute ago

Gulgee Museum: The Handbook gives readers rare insight into Ismail Gulgee beyond his art

Dawn - 1 minute ago

DFAT making urgent inquiries after Australian tackled and handcuffed by ICE at US airport

SBS - 3 minutes ago

6 historic colonial-era homes in India that stand as timeless architectural treasures

Times of India - 7 minutes ago

The source of a diarrhea-causing outbreak in the U.S. has been found. Now what? News - | 12 hours ago

CBC News - 7 minutes ago

UAE condemns Iranian attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan -- m read

Gulf News - 8 minutes ago

Flights Suspended, Power & Desalination Plants Hit After Iran Missiles...

Deccan Chronicle - 9 minutes ago

Rescuers race to find survivors in the rain after a landslide in China kills at least 8

Lancaster Online - 10 minutes ago

Nine Cuban canoe team members defect during Canada competition

UPI - 10 minutes ago

Man accused in Toronto nightclub shooting is wanted in the U.S. for trafficking 100 guns into Canada — 'Just chaos,' witness says

Toronto Star - 10 minutes ago

8 killed and more than 60 wounded in Ukrainian drone attack on Russian regions

ABC News - 10 minutes ago

US strikes hit Iran for seventh consecutive night - Iran has retaliated against US allies in the region, with Kuwait reporting that a power and water plant had been hit. 4 hrs ago - World

BBC News - 10 minutes ago

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Aljazeera - 12 minutes ago

Pakistan's Ground Zero

Dawn - 12 minutes ago

'Bringing Buhari back to power worst thing done to Nigeria' - Sam Amadi

Daily Post Nigeria - 15 minutes ago

Danish police officer and 2 others shot, including suspected perpetrator

ABC News - 15 minutes ago

China goingMars mission Tianwen-3

The Globe and Mail - 15 minutes ago

Seven Killed, Dozens Injured in Ukraine Drone Strikes Across Russia

Breitbart - 15 minutes ago

Laos says it can't determine cause of tourist deaths linked to methanol -- Officials say they have no evidence of poisoning over the 2024 deaths because autopsies were not conducted.

BBC News - 16 minutes ago

Quote of the day by Salvador Dali: 'Have no fear of perfection...' - How a Spanish painter's simple advice helps everyday people beat self-doubt and just get things done!

Times of India - 16 minutes ago

WILDFIRES - Trump threatens increased tariffs for wildfire smoke that has 'unnecessarily invaded' U.S. News - | 12 hours ago

CBC News - 16 minutes ago

WATCH: Can the US and Iran reach a lasting deal to end the conflict?

Aljazeera - 18 minutes ago

The U.S. and Iran blow past red lines as they lurch back toward all-out war

NPR - 18 minutes ago

Watch: India's first private orbital rocket blasts off - 2 - m read

Gulf News - 18 minutes ago

Israeli forces destroy 3 schools in southern Lebanon

Mehr News Agency - 20 minutes ago

Paris' Grand Mosque celebrates its 100th anniversary and interfaith dialogue

Toronto Star - 22 minutes ago

8 killed and more than 60 wounded in Ukrainian drone attack on Russian regions

NPR - 27 minutes ago

Ship at centre of record cocaine seizure finally leaves Cork -- Managing and maintaining the MV Matthew since September 2023 cost the Irish state around €17m.

BBC News - 29 minutes ago

Three shot as police descend on major city after fire erupts -- Upon arriving at the scene of the reported fire, officers were met with gunshots, police said.

Daily Express - 30 minutes ago

Troops rescue kidnap victims in Abia, recover hijacked truck

Daily Post Nigeria - 31 minutes ago

US lawmakers warn against Russia sanctions bill

Russia Today - 32 minutes ago

09:02 - US war secy Pete Hegseth shares photo of Chabahar port tower collapsing amid strikes in Iran

Times of India - 32 minutes ago

LIVE - Iran attacks oil site in Kuwait, injuries reported - Iran reports casualties from US strikes; retaliation hits military sites in Kuwait, Jordan - Just now - 9 - m read

Gulf News - 36 minutes ago

US embassy in Beirut issues new security alerts

Aljazeera - 36 minutes ago

Dogs dominating tame Tigers after Warriors survive almighty Dragons scare

Australian Broadcasting Corp - 37 minutes ago

Oil facility hit by repeated Iranian attacks, causing injuries, major material losses: KPC

Peninsula Qatar - 37 minutes ago

US Lawmaker Seeks Congress to Reassess Arms Sales to India

Deccan Chronicle - 42 minutes ago

PM Modi promoted these 15 local and indigenous foods in the first six months of 2026

Times of India - 42 minutes ago

8 killed and more than 60 wounded in Ukrainian drone attack on Russian regions

Toronto Star - 42 minutes ago

Iranian parliament speaker declares "Existential War" with America

Albawaba - 44 minutes ago

Germany upgrades security stance to 'high threat level', says interior minister

The Straits Times - 45 minutes ago

How a woman was tricked in Embakasi and her baby stolen as police arrest 4 suspects involved in child theft syndicate (PHOTOs)

Daily Post Kenya - 47 minutes ago

Canada wildfire smoke engulfs Washington as it spreads across US

Daily Sabah - 48 minutes ago

I will reverse naming of public assets after Tinubu if elected President - Sowore vows

Daily Post Nigeria - 49 minutes ago

Blues hit with injury blow in pulsating Magpies grudge match, Eagles host Lions

Australian Broadcasting Corp - 49 minutes ago

Inmates' products for sale through Sooum App: MOI

Peninsula Qatar - 55 minutes ago

US embassy in Kuwait urges reconsidering Mideast travel -- m read

Gulf News - 56 minutes ago

India successfully launches nation's first private orbital rocket

Australian Broadcasting Corp - 56 minutes ago

Eight killed in Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian warehouses

Apple Valley News Now - 57 minutes ago

Moscow region burns after huge drone attack in 'terrible night for Russia'

Daily Express - 59 minutes ago

EFCC probes alleged visa overstay racketeering in Nigeria Immigration Service

Daily Post Nigeria - 1 hour ago

Jewish Krakow: Tips for a city tour

Deutsche Welle - 1 hour ago

Journalist known as "The Jaguar" shot dead in Mexico -- The state government condemned the murder of Josue Martinez, and called on prosecutors to launch a probe in order to find those responsible. -- Jul 17

CBS News - 1 hour ago

Notorious bandit kingpin, Sani Yellow turns charm seller on TikTok [VIDEO]

Daily Post Nigeria - 1 hour ago

Veteran striker Aubameyang joins Deportivo A Coruna

Peninsula Qatar - 1 hour ago

Algeria investigates Mohammadia orphanage fire that killed 11 people - Algeria is probing a deadly orphanage fire near Algiers, early on 16 July, that killed at least 11, injured 19 and struck amid a heatwave and nearly 1,000 recent blazes. 16/07/2026

Euronews - 1 hour ago

India launches first private rocket into space

Deutsche Welle - 1 hour ago

This is how Tennessee tries to woo Paramount and other companies away from California

Los Angeles Times - 1 hour ago

Israel Is Hosting Dozens Of US Warplanes As Clashes With Iran Continue. Washington Is Reportedly Sending Many More

International Business Times - 1 hour ago

Did recent storm damage in Manheim Township warrant disaster declaration? [Lancaster Watchdog]

Lancaster Online - 1 hour ago

7 killed as Ukrainian drones hit Russian warehouses, oil depot near Moscow

Times of India - 1 hour ago

Calgary artist with autism finds self-expression through painting

CTV News - 1 hour ago

Mount Olympus, home of ancient Greek gods, is a candidate for the World Heritage List - Mount Olympus, the mythological home of ancient Greece's 12 Olympian gods, may soon join UNESCO's World Heritage List

ABC News - 1 hour ago

US strikes leave 10,000 Iranians without water as Kuwait desalination plant burns

Middle East Eye - 1 hour ago

Why India is reopening a nuclear power plant built in the 1960s

Australian Broadcasting Corp - 1 hour ago

The Bitter Paradox of German Racism

The Nation - 1 hour ago

Iran attack sparks two fires in Kuwait, firefighters injured

Peninsula Qatar - 1 hour ago

'2-3 Days Left': IRGC Warns Trump & US Allies Of Total Destruction; 'No Border Is Safe'

Times of India - 1 hour ago

The US and Iran have blown past red lines as they lurch back toward all-out war

Toronto Star - 1 hour ago

Leather jacket worn by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang auctions for over $1 million

The Straits Times - 1 hour ago

Meet Anniqa Jamal Iqbal, Pakistan's Miss World entry -- m read

Gulf News - 1 hour ago

Little Argentina to Little Bangladesh: La Albiceleste's NYC fans share hope

Aljazeera - 1 hour ago

Egypt: How 'Garbage City' is profiting from the Iran war's plastic squeeze

International The News - 1 hour ago

19th century letter from garage sale offers glimpse into 'gramma's' past [I Know a Story column]

Lancaster Online - 1 hour ago

Japan votes to keep emperor succession male-only, blocking Princess Aiko from throne

New York Post - 1 hour ago

Russian strike kills one in Odesa as Ukraine's drones hit deep inside Russia

Times of India - 1 hour ago

From Nepalese goddess to normal teen

Deutsche Welle - 1 hour ago

Boom at the front, bust at home: Russia's war economy is holding but its people are cracking

Times of India - 1 hour ago

Shock as hackers take over President RUTO's official website, threaten to leak State secrets and demand millions in ransom

Daily Post Kenya - 1 hour ago

Laos says lack of autopsies means cause of tourist deaths cannot be proven as methanol

SBS - 1 hour ago

For painter Alex Katz, less is more

Deutsche Welle - 1 hour ago

Massive fire destroys 100 homes in Norway and forces hundreds to evacuate

Bay to Bay News - 1 hour ago

Why is Trump risking midterm disaster by resuming an already unpopular war with Iran?

Guardian UK - 1 hour ago

Firing defence minister exposes Zelenskiy flaw

Irish Times - 2 hours ago

Actor Stanley Tucci is raising money for children in war zones 'from Gaza, to Ukraine, to Sudan'

Dawn - 2 hours ago

Planting hope on Ireland's edge

Irish Post - 2 hours ago

Massive fire destroys 100 homes in Norway and forces hundreds to evacuate

Toronto Star - 2 hours ago

Indian activist taken to hospital on 21st day of hunger strike

Daily Sabah - 2 hours ago

WAFCON 2026: Malawi captain begs Super Falcons for mercy ahead Group C clash

Daily Post Nigeria - 2 hours ago

Iran attacks Gulf allies as US strikes enter 7th straight night

Daily Sabah - 2 hours ago

China landslide kills at least 8 as rescuers race to find survivors in rain

New York Post - 2 hours ago

Horror moment £22m cruise ship topples over during terrifying storm -- An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the incident.

Daily Express - 2 hours ago

Iran's hardliners warn of a 'coup' as US truce comes under pressure

Apple Valley News Now - 2 hours ago

Smucker comfortably ahead of Democratic challenger in money chase; sends checks to GOP candidates elsewhere

Lancaster Online - 2 hours ago

Could Canada do more to support workers experiencing menopause?

CTV News - 2 hours ago

In California's Shasta Reservoir, young winter-run Chinook salmon find more food in spring but face higher predation risk in autumn, shaping reintroduction plans

Times of India - 2 hours ago

Strait of Hormuz-style crisis looms for Russia as Ukraine forces shutdown of a key waterway

Apple Valley News Now - 2 hours ago

Today in History: July 18, Harlem riots after fatal police shooting of Black teen

The Mercury News - 2 hours ago

Transfer: Super Eagles defender nears Fulham switch

Daily Post Nigeria - 2 hours ago