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War in the Middle East has put a spotlight on the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow sea passage through which 20% of global oil supply is shipped.
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The U.S. on Wednesday (April 1, 2026) lifted sanctions on Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez, according to an Office of Foreign Assets Control entry on the Treasury Department website. The…
The war between the United States, Israel, and Iran is now into its second month. Despite spectacular early successes, the resilience of Iran’s government and military has meant the US and Israel…
The voyage should last approximately 10 days in total, and aims to pave the way for a Moon landing in 2028. Four astronauts embarked on a historic voyage towards the moon on Wednesday, the first…
Hong Kong’s property deals exceed 7,000 for 6 straight months in March Hong Kong’s property market remains strong, with transactions likely to reach 8,000 units in April, analyst says The value of…
Most of us still like to think of ourselves as people who can talk things through. We say we value openness, nuance and honest disagreement. We teach our children to use their words.
US lifts sanctions on Venezuela's acting President April 2, 2026The United States has lifted sanctions against Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez, a post on the US Treasury Department's…
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Estonian start-ups eye Singapore as ‘natural gateway’ to build digital trust in Asean Veriff and other unicorn companies are targeting Singapore for their regional headquarters, citing similarities…
When should offenders be sent to prison and when is it better to keep them in the community under close supervision? New Zealand confronted that choice in 2007 when it introduced home detention,…
Long weekends often bring family and friends together in a mix of generations. Somewhere between the egg hunt and hot cross buns this weekend, there might be a moment where another adult steps in to…
As the conflict in the Middle East disrupts fuel, shipping and food supplies, many are starting to ask if they will be still be able to get their medicines if the war drags on. Australia’s medicine…
US Supreme Court appears sceptical of US birthright citizenship challenge The Supreme Court has appeared sceptical of President Donald Trump's executive order limiting birthright citizenship, a sign…
By Renju Jose The support package comes as the Iran war disrupts global fuel supplies, driving up prices and fuelling concerns of availability as Australia imports more than 80% of its fuel.
Trump says Iran war objectives 'nearing completion' in address to nation President Donald Trump has told the nation in a televised speech that the US military has nearly completed its goals in the…
Donald Trump used a primetime address to the nation on Wednesday evening to declare the month-long war in Iran a success “nearing completion”, despite a spiraling conflict that has caused economic…