Iranian regime faces existential threat after 2026 unrest
Experts dissect the 2026 Iranian uprising's impact on the regime's future. Is this the beginning of the end for Tehran's theocratic rule? Explore the analysis.
Experts dissect the 2026 Iranian uprising's impact on the regime's future. Is this the beginning of the end for Tehran's theocratic rule? Explore the analysis.
Analysis: Iran's leadership faces a perfect storm of economic collapse, military humiliation, and mass protests. Could this be the end for the ayatollahs? Read our full report.
British-Iranians in London protest against Tehran's brutal crackdown, fearing for relatives' lives. They urge UK and US support as death toll rises. Read their courageous stories.
A U-Haul truck sped through a Los Angeles march supporting the Iranian people. One person was hit but not seriously hurt. Police detained the driver. Read the full report.
As Trump weighs military action against Iran, UK security analysts warn it could unite Iranians against the US and lead to a dangerous power vacuum. Discover the potential consequences.
A powerful photo essay features seven Afghan women who escaped the Taliban and rebuilt their lives in the UK. Their stories highlight resilience and the ongoing fight for women's rights in Afghanistan.
UK ministers call for an end to violence in Iran and discuss regime change as protests defy a severe crackdown. Over 60 reported dead and thousands detained.
Analysis: Iran's theocracy faces unprecedented vulnerability amid protests, but the regime's honed playbook of internet blackouts and force shows no sign of weakening. Read the latest.
A protester scaled the Iranian embassy in London, replacing its flag with a pre-revolution symbol. The Met Police reported two arrests as global demonstrations challenge Tehran's regime.
A demonstrator scaled the Iranian embassy in London, tearing down the national flag. The act comes amid widespread anti-regime protests in Iran and a violent crackdown. Read the full story.
Iran's supreme leader signals crackdown as nationwide protests continue. At least 50 killed and over 2,270 detained. Read the latest on the regime's response.
New data reveals the world's oceans absorbed record heat in 2025, intensifying hurricanes, floods, and marine heatwaves. Scientists call for urgent emission cuts to safeguard our future.
US forces seized a Russian-flagged tanker in the Atlantic and intercepted another in the Caribbean, escalating tensions over Venezuela sanctions. Read the latest on this dramatic military operation.
Deep-sea explorers capture eerie footage of a rare 10-metre giant phantom jellyfish. Discover the secrets of this elusive deep-sea predator, seen only 100 times since 1899.
US military forces are reportedly attempting to seize the Russian-flagged oil tanker Marinera in the Atlantic Ocean. The vessel is part of the so-called 'Ghost Armada' linked to Russia and Venezuela. Get the latest updates here.
The FTSE 100 surged to a record close above 10,122. Analysts now predict a 2026 IPO revival in London, spurred by Chancellor Reeves's stamp duty reforms. Read the full market analysis.
Delcy Rodriguez, Venezuela's new interim president, remains on the UK sanctions list for undermining democracy. Discover the details of the asset freeze and travel ban.
From Venezuela to the Soviet collapse, experts consistently fail to predict major political shifts. Paul Ormerod examines the limits of forecasting for 2026. Read the analysis.
Claire Keenan shares her journey learning to ocean swim in Sydney, from jellyfish stings to swimming with blue gropers. Discover how she built an enjoyable routine by the sea.
Analysis: Donald Trump's regime-change strike in Caracas marks a perilous shift in US strategy, raising fears of further interventions across the Americas. What are the global consequences?
The US has launched a large-scale military operation inside Venezuela, striking Caracas. President Maduro declares a national emergency. Follow the latest developments and analysis here.
A major search operation is underway in the remote Pacific after a vessel strike. The US Coast Guard is leading efforts to find survivors. Get the latest updates.
The search for missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 has restarted in the Indian Ocean with autonomous underwater vehicles. Read the latest on the 11-year mystery.
The US military has confirmed a lethal strike on a suspected narcotics vessel in the Pacific, raising the death toll to at least 107. Read the full details and analysis.
A new search for missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 is set to begin on 30 December. The 55-day operation by Ocean Infinity offers a final hope to solve aviation's greatest mystery. Read the latest.
Ocean Infinity launches a new search for missing flight MH370 using advanced Hugin robots capable of mapping the seabed at 6,000 metres. Will the decade-old mystery finally be solved?
A 5,700 sq km area in Brazil's north-east is now classified as arid, the country's first. Climate change is accelerating desertification, devastating goat herders' livelihoods. Read the full report.
The 2025 Sydney to Hobart yacht race sees a fierce battle for line honours as brutal conditions force a quarter of the fleet to retire, with crews reporting injuries and damage. Follow the gripping finale.
A huge fire has gutted an amusement arcade at Ocean Beach Pleasure Park in South Shields. Police are treating it as the second suspected arson at the site in a month. Read the latest updates.
Meet the Australians who spend Christmas Day on the job. From emergency nurses to pilots and zookeepers, discover how they bring festive cheer to their essential roles.