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Iran claims attacks in strait of Hormuz; Houthis announce blockade of Red Sea shipping route – Middle East crisis live

Revolutionary Guard claims attack on oil tanker and two other ships; Houthis in Yemen say they are imposing an immediate maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia in the Red SeaFull report: Almost 100 troops injured in recent weeks, Pentagon admits, as Iran launches reprisals on US alliesWelcome to our live coverage of the latest developments in the Middle East crisis.Iran attacked a tanker in the strait of Hormuz early on Tuesday, forcing its crew to abandon the ship, as Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis ann...

Many Christian voters in the US see Trump as ‘chosen’ by God to lead

Many white evangelical Christians view Donald Trump as chosen by God to lead despite not seeing him as personally devout

Canadian PM says US-proposed tariffs violate trilateral trade deal

GB News Daily Reflection — Tuesday 21st July 2026

In today's GB News Daily Reflection, we remember Jesus Christ’s parable of the wheat and the weeds argues that while evil may appear to go unpunished for a time, God allows a season of grace before a final judgment in which justice will ultimately be done.“People often ask me that big theological question: why does evil seemingly go unpunished so often? Where's the justice? “There is, of course, an ultimate answer to that question, which is that in the end, when Jesus returns, there will be just...

'Freedom of navigation' cannot stand above the law

For decades, "freedom of navigation" has been one of the most frequently invoked phrases in discussions about the South China Sea, but the principles are interpreted so differently.The debate is no longer simply about whether commercial shipping can move safely through one of the world's busiest waterways. The increasingly contentious question is whether the same principle should also justify expanding military operations by countries located far beyond the region.The South China Sea needs great...

Mum of two Vicky baked her neighbour cupcakes. Then he brutally killed her in a Satanic frenzy in front of her kids

Mum of two Vicky baked her neighbour cupcakes. Then he brutally killed her in a Satanic frenzy in front of her kidsMum Vicky Van Aken, 51, killed in front of three teens Neighbour Milorad Zaric pleaded guilty to her murder See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy WAYNE FLOWER, SENIOR NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 05:54, 21 July 2026 | Updated: 05:56, 21 July 2026 e-mail View comments

Nicaragua's Ortega says country will 'never again' hold elections, shutting out opposition

Nicaraguan leader Daniel Ortega said the Central American country would no longer hold elections, further closing off any potential path for the opposition to challenge the government he leads with his wife, Rosario Murillo.Ortega, Nicaragua’s longest-serving leader, has remained in power since 2007 after previously governing during the 1980s. His current presidential term is scheduled to run through 2027."There won't be any more elections here for them to try to seize the government and seize p...

Kumanjayi Little Baby’s mother was not supported to protect her children while escaping domestic violence, review finds

Interim report not able to draw ‘nexus’ between matters referred to child protection and circumstances leading to five-year-old’s alleged murder•Warning: This story contains references to Indigenous Australians who have diedFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastKumanjayi Little Baby’s mother was “effectively” left alone to protect her children while also experiencing domestic violence, because child protection authorities...

Argentina players receive heroes’ welcome home despite World Cup defeat

Argentina’s players were welcomed home by fans lining the streets as the team travelled from the airport.

Burnham to set out cost of living support as his Cabinet meets for first time

Burnham to set out cost of living supportImage source, EPA/ShutterstockByTabby Wilson and Jack Fenwick and Richard WheelerPublished5 minutes agoAndy Burnham is set to announce new support to help people with the cost of living crisis as his cabinet meets for the first time. The new prime minister vowed to provide "breathing space" for households struggling with the cost of living as he stood on the steps of No 10, pledging to set out details on Tuesday. Late on Monday night Burnham finished maki...

Climate and rock art advocates take on Woodside’s ‘carbon bomb’ WA gas project in federal court

Albanese government’s approval of North West Shelf gas extension being challenged by the Australian Conservation Foundation and Friends of Australian Rock ArtThe Albanese government’s decision to approve one of the world’s largest gas projects in Western Australia is being challenged in the federal court, setting up a significant test of how Australia’s environment law deals with the threat of climate change.The Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) and Friends of Australian Rock Art (Fara) a...

Flying taxis could rocket around Britain's skies in just two years as firm secures 'major vote of confidence'

Flying taxis could soar around British skies within the next two years after their British manufacturer secured a "major vote of confidence" from the Government. Bristol-based Vertical Aerospace said it is in advanced discussions with ministers over a support package to help manufacture the futuristic vehicles. The firm said the deal would include up to £10million of additional funding for the daring proposal. The full package is said to include a host of other benefits, including “confirmed int...

Almost 100 troops injured in recent weeks, Pentagon admits, as Iran launches reprisals on US allies

Iran has attacked a tanker in the strait of Hormuz, forcing its crew to abandon the ship, after the US launched a tenth consecutive night of strikesMiddle East crisis live: follow latest updatesNearly 100 US service members have been injured over the last two weeks of escalating strikes on Iran, the Pentagon has said, as Tehran launched a wave of reprisals to the tenth consecutive night of attacks.Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said on Tuesday they had targeted US military sites including air defen...

NSW land-clearing up 16% in 2024 as conservation groups say Minns government failing to rein in habitat loss

Decline in clearing of trees and shrubs offset by sharp jump in clearing of non-woody vegetationFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAlmost 90 rugby league fields’ worth of woody habitat were bulldozed in New South Wales every day in 2024, according to new government data which shows the state has failed to rein in high rates of clearing.Clearing of vegetation across the state increased by 16% in 2024, reaching 81,293 he...

Israeli passenger planes 'maliciously damaged' at Luton Airport sparking UK aviation watchdog probe

Britain's aviation watchdog has launched a probe after three Israeli passenger jets were "maliciously" damaged at Luton Airport.Passengers on an Israir jet were forced to disembark after it collided with a towing vehicle on Thursday.It marked the third time this year a flight operated by the airline had been disrupted at the airport.Israir flight 116 was scheduled to take off at 5pm and arrive at Ben Gurion Airport at 12.05am on Friday. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say According to a messag...

Tensions rise as US-Iran trade fire, Houthis threaten Saudi shipping

Tensions across the Middle East intensified on Monday as Iran and the United States exchanged fresh attacks, while Yemen

Mum is killed in Perth home - as her 16-year-old son is arrested by police

Mum is killed in Perth home - as her 16-year-old son is arrested by policeSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy KYLIE STEVENS, SENIOR BREAKING NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 05:02, 21 July 2026 | Updated: 05:02, 21 July 2026 e-mail View comments

Satisfying moment Aussie tourist unloads at a tosser for dumping rubbish at a world-famous lookout: 'Shame on you'

Aussies accused tourist of littering See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy JOANNA HYNDS FOR DAILY MAIL Published: 05:00, 21 July 2026 | Updated: 05:00, 21 July 2026 e-mail View comments

Not enough water for UK’s datacentre plans, trade body says

Industry says government’s failure to address cooling demands means AI growth plans are ‘fatally flawed’The UK will not have enough water for future datacentres, the water industry has said in stark criticism of the government’s AI growth plans.Datacentres rely on large amounts of water to manage the heat generated by densely packed servers. Cooling towers, chillers and humidification systems make direct use of this water, with large volumes also consumed indirectly through high electrical power...

China and Philippines trade accusations after sailor injured at sea

Dispute erupts in South China Sea after incident near Second Thomas Shoal involving Chinese and Philippine vessels.