Trump Threatens Strait of Hormuz Control, Iran Blockade
Donald Trump threatens to take control of the Strait of Hormuz, reimposes naval blockade on Iran, and demands 20% tariff on ships, causing oil price spike.
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Fans travel to Melbourne for rare IMAX Odyssey screening
Only 41 cinemas worldwide can project IMAX 1570 film; Melbourne's IMAX is the sole southern hemisphere venue. Fans fly from Turkey, Germany, and LA to see The Odyssey as Nolan intended.
Sudoku 7381 Medium: July 14 Puzzle Solution
Solve Sudoku 7381, a medium-level puzzle from July 14, 2026. Get step-by-step solution and strategies for completing the grid.
World Cup and heatwave boost UK pub spending by 500%
England's World Cup win over Panama made June the busiest day for pubs in 2026, with takings five times higher than average, as sunshine and football drove consumer spending.
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Experts share summer etiquette rules: when to go shirtless, drink early, split costs, and more. A guide to navigating social norms in hot weather.
Oil surge raises odds of fourth Australian rate rise
Renewed US strikes on Iran and a maritime blockade have pushed oil to its highest since June's peace deal, increasing the likelihood of another RBA interest rate rise, economists warn.
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North Sea oil lobby appeals to prospective PM Andy Burnham's reindustrialisation agenda, pushing for approval of Rosebank and Jackdaw projects.
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Analysis of nearly 2,500 articles from nine major UK newspapers reveals almost three-quarters failed to mention global heating during the record June heatwave.
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Courttia Newland's essay collection urges artists of colour to reclaim agency and resist mainstream pressures, offering a vital counter to cultural gatekeepers.
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Microsoft's Surface Laptop 8 offers snappy performance, excellent battery life, and a new haptic touchpad with haptic signals, but a steep price increase due to RAM costs may deter buyers.
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US Refunds $81B in Trump Tariffs After Supreme Court Ruling
The US has refunded $81 billion in tariffs collected under Donald Trump after the Supreme Court ruled them illegal, budget figures show.
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Oil and gas prices jumped after US strikes on Iran, then eased as Trump abandoned a 20% Strait of Hormuz levy, raising rate hike expectations.
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