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Iran War Live Updates: U.S. and Tehran Agree on Framework for Peace

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-06-15T07:16:34+00:00

The deal was expected to open the Strait of Hormuz, lift the U.S. naval blockade on Iranian ports and pave the way for further talks. It did not address Iran’s nuclear program.

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Britain Announces Social Media Ban for Children

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-06-15T07:15:48+00:00

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said his government would introduce legislation to bar children under 16 from social media. The move follows similar policies in Australia and several other countries.

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Gina Rinehart makes ‘significant investment’ in Elon Musk’s SpaceX

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-06-15T07:07:35+00:00

The Australian billionaire said her investment reflected her confidence in the world’s first trillionaire following the record-breaking IPOGina Rinehart’s company has made a “significant investment” in Elon Musk’s SpaceX and said it hopes to collaborate on AI infrastructure.Hancock Prospecting secured shares as SpaceX began trading on sharemarkets on Friday, Rinehart said in a statement today. The figure, which Rinehart did not confirm, is reportedly at least $1.4bn. Continue reading...

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Trump heads to France amid past tensions with G7 leaders

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-06-15T07:07:17+00:00

The three-day meeting in the French Alps comes amid talks on the Iran conflict, China trade policy and the Russia-Ukraine war, underscoring rising diplomatic tensions among allies.

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World reacts as Iran and US reach deal

Source: Al Jazeera - World · Published: 2026-06-15T07:05:57+00:00

Pakistan, Qatar applaud agreement as a step towards peace and lasting tranquillity in the region.

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David Munk appointed editor of Guardian Australia

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-06-15T07:00:06+00:00

Former deputy editor steps up to replace Lenore Taylor, who resigned in FebruaryFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe former deputy editor of Guardian Australia David Munk has been appointed to lead the publication, Guardian News and Media has announced.Munk spent five years as international news editor in Australia and another five as deputy editor under Lenore Taylor, who resigned in February after a decade at the helm. Continue reading...

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Labour MPs urge Starmer to set targets to boost number of male teachers in England

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-06-15T07:00:05+00:00

Men and Boys group of MPs addresses ‘crisis of masculinity’ and joins campaign for longer paternity leaveGovernment ministers have been urged to set targets to boost the number of male teachers in England, as backbench MPs seek to capitalise on turbulence in the Labour party to influence government policy.With the government in disarray after the shock resignation of the defence secretary this week, MPs are seizing the moment to embark on a battle of ideas, including tackling toxic masculinity, which they argue has played a role in violent anti-immigrant disturbances. Continue reading...

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Ormuz, el gran interrogante del acuerdo de paz

Source: El País - Internacional · Published: 2026-06-15T06:58:09+00:00

La aparente reapertura del estrecho hunde el precio del petróleo e invita a pensar en una normalización de los suministros energéticos en todo el mundo

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Son of Norway’s crown princess convicted of rape and sentenced to four years in prison

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-06-15T06:57:14+00:00

Marius Borg Høiby found guilty of ⁠two ​counts of rape, one count of domestic violence and other ⁠crimesMarius Borg Høiby, the son of Norway’s crown princess, has been sentenced to four years in prison after being found guilty of several offences, including two counts of rape. He was also sentenced to a two-year restraining order against one of his alleged victims.The verdict was handed down by the Oslo district court on Monday morning, nearly three months since Høby’s closely watched six-week long trial. Continue reading...

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SBI shares rise, Jefferies sees 28% upside

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-06-15T06:56:22+00:00

The stock traded at ₹1,029.45 on the NSE at 12.15 pm, after hitting an intraday high of ₹1,034, compared with its previous close of ₹1,017.15

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Wholesale price inflation rises to 9.68% in May

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-06-15T06:55:05+00:00

This is the first print of the revised series with 2022-23 as the base year

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Australia’s Sigma drops out of talks to buy UK’s Boots

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-06-15T06:52:59+00:00

End of discussions on takeover estimated at $10bn extends uncertainty for 177-year-old British chainBusiness live – latest updatesThe Australian pharmaceutical group Sigma Healthcare has dropped its pursuit of the UK retail chain Boots, abandoning a takeover estimated to be worth $10bn (£7bn).Sigma, a wholesaler and retailer, said on Monday that a deal ​to by the high street pharmacy business – which has 1,800 UK stores – would not meet its strategic ‌and capital investment objectives. Continue reading...

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Keir Starmer set to announce under-16s social media ban – UK politics live

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-06-15T06:51:05+00:00

Prime minister expected to unveil ‘Australia plus’ ban for under-16s on apps such as TikTok, Instagram and SnapchatGood morning. In Downing Street officials reportedly refuse to talk about Keir Starmer wanting to establish a legacy. But it is hard for the rest of us to avoid the word, particularly on a morning particularly on a morning when he has summoned reporters to Downing Street for an 8am press conference on his plans for a social media ban. In lobby terms, this counts as unconscionably early. The announcement could easily wait. But Starmer is heading to France for the G7 summit later, t

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FM Sitharaman hints at more measures to boost foreign inflows

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-06-15T06:46:40+00:00

She highlighted RBI-backed measures to reduce hedging risks and boost inflows, while assuring preparedness to handle uncertainties such as monsoon and import pressures

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Australia news live: Rinehart buys ‘significant’ stake in Elon Musk’s SpaceX; family of Sydney shark attack victim say her injuries are ‘severe and life-threatening’

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-06-15T06:35:25+00:00

Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe prime minister and foreign minister have issued a lengthier statement welcoming the agreement made by the US and Iran, and called for continued restraint to avoid further escalation.President Donald Trump made the announcement he had signed a deal this morning, saying the strait of Hormuz would be reopened.Continued restraint and constructive engagement will be essential to prevent further escalation and secure a lasting agreement. We are pleased the agreement between the US and Iran includes steps to reopen

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La vera partita di Vannacci non è contro la sinistra

Source: Repubblica Homepage · Published: 2026-06-15T06:26:58+00:00

L’europarlamentare e il suo Futuro nazionale sono, in queste settimane, i veri protagonisti della politica italiana. E la crescita registrata nei sondaggi conferma il successo del neonato partito

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Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-06-15T06:23:51+00:00
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