Thursday, June 11, 2026

World Affairs

Iran announces closure of Strait of Hormuz following US strikes | Military News

NewsFeedIranian officials say the Strait of Hormuz has been closed in response to US strikes. Tehran says any vessel attempting to cross the strategic waterway would be targeted,...

Iran says it struck ships in Strait of Hormuz after US launches new strikes

US Central Command said its latest airstrikes were responding to "unwarranted and continued aggression" from Iran.

Trial begins for man accused of sparking Palisades Fire in California | Courts News

Prosecutors say man deliberately started blaze that became one of the most destructive wildfires in Los Angeles...

Trump directs interim US intelligence chief Bill Pulte to downsize agency | Donald Trump News

Interim ODNI chief Bill Pulte has been slammed by Democrats as a Trump loyalist with no intelligence...

Bill Gates says Epstein wanted personal relationship, but he 'never reciprocated'

The Microsoft co-founder spent hours talking to lawmakers behind closed doors, where he also said Epstein used...
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DR Congo declares national holiday after reaching World Cup for first time in 52 years

This is just the second time that DR Congo have reached the World Cup finals, sparking celebrations in Kinshasa.

Iraq celebrates qualification for FIFA World Cup 2026 | Football News

Published On 1 Apr 20261 Apr 2026Fireworks, sporadic gunfire and music filled the air across Baghdad as Iraq’s national football team qualified for...

Israel intensifies Lebanon attacks and hits areas not in Hezbollah's control

Attacks have continued, as Israel has announced its intention to control swathes of south Lebanon.

Cape Town’s Housing Problem – The New York Times

new video loaded: Cape Town’s Housing ProblemThe rise of tourist rentals in Cape Town is driving up housing costs, deepening the inequality in...

War on Iran: Three key takeaways from Araghchi’s interview with Al Jazeera | US-Israel war on Iran News

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has confirmed direct contact with United States President Donald Trump’s top envoy Steve Witkoff amid the ongoing war,...

China is trying to play peacemaker in the Iran war

His efforts appear to have worked. China's Foreign Ministry said the two were making "new efforts towards advocating for peace." The joint statement...
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