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Iran has launched missile attacks against Israel and Gulf states including Kuwait and the UAE, while the US and Israel conduct ongoing military strikes against Iranian targets including infrastructure and military facilities. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has dismissed Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George amid the conflict. The fighting has been ongoing for approximately five weeks according to multiple sources, with both sides maintaining significant military capabilities despite sustained bombardment.

The United States and Israel are conducting ongoing military strikes against Iran, with the conflict having lasted approximately one month according to multiple sources. Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, prompting international diplomatic efforts involving over 40 countries to address the waterway's reopening. President Trump has threatened continued strikes against Iran while also expressing openness to diplomatic solutions.

Iran has launched missiles at Israel and Gulf nations while explosions have been reported around Tehran and Isfahan. The conflict is approaching its fifth week with continued military actions from both sides affecting regional stability. The UN Security Council is scheduled to vote on a proposal regarding the Strait of Hormuz amid Iran's control over this critical waterway.

NASA's Artemis II crew successfully completed a translunar injection burn to exit Earth's orbit and head toward the moon, marking the first crewed lunar mission since the Apollo era of the 1970s. The four-person crew aboard the Orion spacecraft launched from Kennedy Space Center and are now officially on their way to the moon. The mission experienced a toilet malfunction shortly after reaching orbit, which was subsequently resolved with guidance from Mission Control.

A US fighter jet was shot down over Iranian territory, with multiple sources confirming the incident occurred. One crew member has been rescued according to US and Israeli officials, while reports indicate at least one crew member ejected from the aircraft. Iranian state media has released what they claim are photos of debris from the downed aircraft.

Fuel shortages and price increases linked to war involving Iran are affecting multiple countries across Asia and beyond. The crisis has led to violence at gas stations in Bangladesh, Pakistan and India, with workers being killed over fuel access. Australia faces particular vulnerability due to its reliance on imported jet fuel from Asian countries that depend on Middle Eastern crude oil.

Iran has fired missiles at Israel and Gulf states while explosions were heard around Tehran and Isfahan. The conflict has led to a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, causing significant disruptions to global oil shipments and fuel price increases worldwide. Diplomatic efforts are underway between France and South Korea to help reopen the strategic waterway, while the UN Security Council is set to vote on naval action in the strait.

President Donald Trump has removed Attorney General Pam Bondi from her position and named Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche as acting attorney general. Blanche previously served as Trump's lead defense attorney in legal cases before joining the Justice Department as deputy. According to sources, Trump had privately discussed the possibility of firing Bondi and also considered EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin as a potential replacement.

President Trump has requested a record $1.5 trillion defense budget from Congress. The budget proposal includes significant cuts to domestic spending programs. This defense spending request represents the largest such request in decades.

Israeli strikes and evacuation warnings have displaced more than a million people in Lebanon during the ongoing Israel-Hezbollah conflict over the past four weeks. Shiite Muslim families among the displaced report facing challenges and feeling unwelcome in some areas where they have sought refuge. In West Africa, Burkina Faso's military leader Traore has abandoned promises to hold elections and has dissolved political parties in the country.

Oil prices have surged significantly due to an ongoing war involving Iran, with benchmark U.S. crude rising 11.4% to $111.54 a barrel and Brent crude jumping 7.8%. The price increases are causing widespread economic impacts including fuel surcharges, supply shortages, and market volatility. Multiple countries and regions are experiencing disruptions to their energy supplies and economic concerns as a result of the conflict.

NASA's Artemis II mission successfully launched with four astronauts aboard, marking the first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years. The crew performed a 6-minute engine burn to put the spacecraft on its trajectory toward the moon for a circumnavigation mission. The astronauts encountered and resolved a toilet malfunction shortly after reaching orbit on Wednesday evening.

Donald Trump is facing midterm elections while serving as a wartime president during an ongoing conflict with Iran, with consideration being given to deploying U.S. ground troops. The president is experiencing some of his lowest approval ratings seven months before the midterm elections, with the Iran war proving unpopular among the American public. Military veteran candidates running for Congress have adapted their campaign messaging to address the wartime context, while Democrats have launched advertising campaigns targeting vulnerable Republican seats over the war.

Westpac's chief executive Anthony Miller has warned that Australia faces a growing risk of recession. The warning comes amid a fuel crisis linked to the Iran war and rising interest rates. The fuel crisis is having ripple effects on small-town Australian communities.

President Donald Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi and named Todd Blanche, who was previously deputy attorney general and Trump's former defense attorney, as acting replacement. Trump had privately discussed the possibility of firing Bondi and replacing her with EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin according to sources familiar with the matter. The firing comes amid criticism over the Department of Justice's handling of Jeffrey Epstein files during Bondi's tenure.

The Trump administration continues immigration enforcement operations, with ICE arrests including individuals without criminal records despite signals of a more targeted approach. Chief Justice John Roberts has made public comments regarding Trump's efforts to end birthright citizenship. Trump has signed tariff policies affecting pharmaceutical companies, with rates varying based on production location and pricing commitments.

President Donald Trump removed Attorney General Pam Bondi from her position and elevated Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche to serve as acting attorney general. Blanche previously served as Trump's defense attorney before joining the Justice Department as deputy. According to sources, Trump had privately discussed the possibility of firing Bondi and potentially replacing her with EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin.

The Israel-Hezbollah conflict has displaced over one million people in Lebanon over the past four weeks due to Israeli strikes and evacuation warnings. Shiite families are among those displaced, with some reporting challenges finding welcome in certain areas. Israel has threatened to destroy additional bridges in Lebanon as its military operations in southern Lebanon continue to expand.

NASA's Artemis II mission is currently underway with four astronauts aboard the Orion capsule. The spacecraft successfully performed an engine firing maneuver that propelled it out of Earth's orbit toward the moon. NASA has released photographs from the mission showing both Earth and the crew.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked US Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George to step down and retire early. Pentagon officials confirmed that George was told to retire immediately as part of ongoing leadership changes. This action represents part of a broader shakeup of Pentagon leadership under Hegseth.

President Donald Trump announced new tariff policies on Thursday involving imported drugs and industrial metals. The drug tariffs are set at 100 percent and target companies that have not lowered their prices. Trump also made adjustments to existing tariffs on industrial metals.

NASA's Artemis II mission launched Wednesday evening and is continuing its journey toward the Moon. The crew experienced a toilet malfunction after reaching orbit, which has since been resolved with guidance from Mission Control. This mission represents the first time humans have left Earth's orbit bound for the Moon since 1972.

Polling data shows mixed political dynamics ahead of midterm elections, with some surveys indicating Democratic advantages among certain voter groups while Republicans face internal primary disputes in states like Georgia. Former politicians including Mark Sanford and Cori Bush are launching comeback campaigns for congressional seats. The Trump administration has created a mobile news app that delivers pro-Trump content and White House updates directly to users.

Pentagon Chief Hegseth has asked US Army Chief of Staff Gen Randy George to step down from his position. Gen George was nominated for the role in 2023 by former President Joe Biden. This action represents a clash between the Pentagon chief and senior military leadership.

Coral Springs Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen was found dead in her home following what police described as a domestic violence incident, with her husband Stephen Bowen taken into police custody. Three Massachusetts State Police officers were arraigned in connection with the 2024 death of a recruit who died following a boxing match during training. Several arrests were made, including rapper Pooh Shiesty, after Gucci Mane was allegedly robbed and kidnapped at a Dallas recording studio.

American journalist Shelly Kittleson was abducted in Baghdad, Iraq on Tuesday. Video footage shows her being forced into a car during the kidnapping. According to a colleague, Kittleson had recently received training on what to do if kidnapped.

Pam Bondi has departed her position as U.S. Attorney General under the Trump administration. President Trump has selected Todd Blanche, previously his deputy attorney general and former personal attorney, to serve as acting U.S. Attorney General. Blanche had previously represented Trump as a client before joining the Justice Department.

Average gas prices in the United States have surged to more than $4 per gallon following the US-Israeli conflict with Iran. Jet fuel prices have doubled in the last two months, though airfares have only increased modestly so far. Gas prices have jumped by more than $1 per gallon over the past month.

Recent polling shows Virginia voters narrowly support redistricting that would favor Democrats, while a CNN poll indicates Americans hold negative views of both major parties but Democrats maintain an early advantage among these "double haters." In Georgia, Republican infighting in the GOP Senate primary is causing concern among party members about their chances against Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff, while former Representative Mark Sanford has launched a comeback bid for his South Carolina House seat.

Tiger Woods was arrested following a rollover car crash in Florida, with authorities citing impairment as the reason for the arrest. Body camera footage from the incident has been released by Florida authorities, showing Woods' interactions with police and first responders. In the footage, Woods can be heard saying he was "talking to the president" after hanging up his cell phone.

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito was taken to a hospital after becoming ill on March 20 during a Federalist Society dinner in Philadelphia. The incident occurred at an event held in Alito's honor, according to sources with knowledge of the situation. The hospitalization was previously undisclosed until recent reporting brought it to public attention.

Federal officials have arrested eight people in California for alleged involvement in healthcare fraud schemes. The arrests were part of a federal crackdown targeting fraud in the Los Angeles area. The alleged schemes reportedly totaled $50 million according to federal authorities.

ICE detention facilities continue to face safety violations according to inspectors, while various jurisdictions are taking different approaches to cooperation with immigration enforcement. A New York prosecutor coordinated with ICE to arrest a suspected child rapist, and Montana's Attorney General is challenging a county's refusal to recognize ICE as a criminal justice agency. The Trump administration is considering expanded worksite enforcement as part of mass deportation efforts.

A drone defense company called Powerus, which is backed by President Trump's two oldest sons, is seeking contracts with Gulf countries that face threats from Iranian drones. The company is conducting demonstrations of its drone interception technology in multiple Gulf nations. These potential contracts would involve countries that are currently protected by U.S. military forces under Trump's command as president.

The Department of Homeland Security shutdown has continued for 48 days, marking a record-breaking duration. The Senate has sent a DHS funding bill back to the House, but the House has not approved it and will not have another opportunity to vote until April 6. Trump has announced plans to sign an executive order to pay all DHS employees during the shutdown.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has requested that US Army Chief of Staff Gen Randy George step down from his position. Gen George was nominated to the role in 2023 by former President Joe Biden. This represents a change in military leadership under the Trump administration.

A judge has dismissed most of the claims in Blake Lively's sexual harassment and retaliation lawsuit against Justin Baldoni. The lawsuit was related to their work on the film 'It Ends With Us.' The trial had been scheduled to begin in New York on May 18.

A federal judge in New York dismissed Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni related to their work on the movie "It Ends With Us." The judge left intact certain retaliation claims that will proceed to trial. The trial is scheduled to begin in May 2024.

A French court has overturned a ban on a Muslim gathering that had been prohibited by Paris police. The Paris police department had imposed the ban citing security concerns, arguing the four-day event could be a target for terrorism. The court ruling allows the gathering to proceed despite the police department's objections.

Reports of crimes against UK Members of Parliament have more than doubled since 2019, reaching almost 1,000 incidents last year. Police are offering increased support to MPs in response to these rising security threats. The threats represent a significant escalation in security concerns for elected officials over the past several years.

Reports of crimes against MPs have more than doubled since 2019, reaching almost 1,000 last year, prompting police to offer increased support. M&S boss Thinus Keeve has called for more action on crime and abuse of retail staff following recent incidents. The calls for action come after an M&S store was targeted during disorder in south London.

Italy's Uffizi Gallery has acknowledged being targeted in a cyber attack on its IT systems. The gallery has confirmed the incident occurred but maintains that its art collection and works remain secure. Reports indicate hackers infiltrated the museum's information technology infrastructure.

Three separate criminal cases have emerged involving law enforcement and violent crimes. Massachusetts State Police supervisors and instructors were arraigned in connection with a recruit's death during a boxing match training exercise in 2024. In Florida, Coral Springs Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen was found dead in her home following what police described as a domestic violence incident, with her husband Stephen Bowen in custody, while separately a Florida man faces second-degree murder charges after human remains were discovered in two suitcases in a remote Palm Bay area.

A funeral director has pleaded guilty to preventing lawful and decent burial in connection with a scandal at Hull's Legacy funeral home. Police raided the facility, leading to the involvement of an international crisis team. The case has dominated UK newspaper coverage on Friday.

Britain will implement new food labeling rules as part of post-Brexit trade alignment with the EU. Marmalade will be legally renamed under these new regulations. The changes represent part of broader efforts to align UK food standards with European Union requirements.

A planning commission has approved President Trump's White House ballroom construction project despite ongoing legal challenges. A federal judge had previously ordered a halt to construction unless Congress approves the project. Records indicate that commission documents were modified at the White House's request during the approval process.

Phil Mickelson has withdrawn from the Masters tournament citing a family health matter, marking the first time in 32 years that both he and Tiger Woods will not participate. NFL quarterback Josh Allen and actress Hailee Steinfeld have announced the birth of their first child, nearly one year after their marriage in May 2025. Super Bowl champion cornerback Stephon Gilmore has announced his retirement from the NFL after 13 seasons at age 35.

A federal judge in New York dismissed Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni related to the movie 'It Ends With Us' but left intact claims for retaliation. The written ruling by Judge Lewis J. Liman in Manhattan was released late Thursday. The dismissal leaves only three claims against Baldoni standing, with the case proceeding weeks before a scheduled trial date.

Police raided Hull's Legacy funeral home, prompting the deployment of an international crisis team to address the situation. Robert Bush, associated with the funeral home, has been identified as having defrauded bereaved families. The crisis team discovered what has been described as an 'unforgivable scene' at the funeral home premises.