Ex-Nato commander defends Starmer after Trump’s ‘no Winston Churchill’ jibe Gen Sir Richard Shirreff says US president has launched war of choice in Iran with no clear grasp of how it will end The Guardian - UK · Mar 4
US submarine sinks Iranian warship off Sri Lanka killing at least 80 and leaving dozens more injured US defence secretary confirms America launched attack that reportedly left at least 100 people missing The Independent UK · Mar 4
US troops say Iran war briefings invoked Armageddon, the return of Jesus: Report Driving the news The Times of India · Mar 4
With or without Lionel Messi, Inter Miami’s Trump visit means something The MLS Cup champions’ players are put in a conundrum: lend credence to a problematic administration, or sit out and draw heat The Guardian - US · Mar 4
Anthropic ban may threaten the military's AI advantage over China The international race for AI advantage is not measured in years, but weeks and days. Axios · Mar 4
'I'll act with a cool head,' says Keir Starmer rejecting Donald Trump's repeated attacks on him over Iran war The US president took a brutal swipe at the Prime Minister: ‘This is not Winston Churchill that we’re dealing with’ Evening Standard · Mar 4
South Korean stocks suffer worst day on record amid Iran war shocks Asian markets suffered heavy losses on Wednesday, with South Korea’s main index (Kospi) plunging more than 12%, recording its worst single-day decline in history as the widening conflict in Iran continues to disrupt global markets. Euronews · Mar 4
Labour MP says she had no reason to suspect her husband may have broken law after his arrest on suspicion of spying for China – as it happened Joani Reid asks for privacy after it was revealed her husband David Taylor was one of the three men arrested The Guardian - UK · Mar 4
Commander claimed Trump was ‘anointed by Jesus to cause Armageddon’ to justify Iran strikes: Complaint Military leader told NCOs that assault on Tehran was ‘all part of God’s divine plan,’ complaint alleges The Independent UK · Mar 4
Calm returns to markets in Europe but oil prices climb higher on Iran war Brent crude lifted another 3% at 84.5 US dollars a barrel at one stage – its highest level since July 2024. Evening Standard · Mar 4
Attacking Iran’s nuclear programme could drive it towards a bomb, experts warn Fears US-Israeli onslaught could lead regime to push for bomb or embolden other groups to steal uranium stockpile The Guardian - UK · Mar 4
Starmer to face Commons grilling amid Trump fallout over Iran Donald Trump unleashed fresh criticism of Sir Keir Starmer in remarks on Tuesday. Evening Standard · Mar 4
Who is Chris Kempczinski? Inside the McDonald's CEO's Controversial Big Arch Burger Video McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski sparks online debate after tasting the Big Arch burger in viral Instagram video footage. International Business Times UK · Mar 4
Why Khamenei’s death could become Trump’s most expensive victory President Trump's decision to eliminate Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has dramatically altered the Middle East. While a tactical victory, the move has triggered regional missile exchanges and rising oil prices. Analysts warn that removing Khamenei, who controlled escalation, may lead to a more unpredictable and volatile Iran, posing… The Times of India · Mar 4
The Guardian - US · Mar 4 How Trump officials created ‘nuclear option’ against protesters in church Critics say administration has overstepped authority in using 1994 law to prosecute protesters and journalists
The Independent UK · Mar 4 Republican rebel Dan Crenshaw defeated in Texas primary election Republican challenger Steve Toth has defeated U.S. Representative Dan Crenshaw in a primary election in Texas. Crenshaw was the only House Republican in Texas not endorsed by President Donald Trump and faced significant opposition from the party's hard right. Toth, a state representative, received a crucial endorsement from Republican Senator…
The Independent UK · Mar 4 Public lash out at Trump’s ‘hideous’ $400M White House ballroom plans IN FULL
The Independent UK · Mar 4 I really don’t care – Donald Trump shrugs off Iran’s presence at 2026 World Cup Iran are due to play all their three group matches in the United States.
The Independent UK · Mar 4 UK energy bills could soar by £500 over Iran-US war, think tank warns The economic impacts of the Iran war are set to be felt across the world, including in UK households
The Independent UK · Mar 4 Tributes paid to six US troops killed in Iran drone strike including mother who was days away from returning home Grieving families mourn loss of troops killed in airstrike on Kuwait base, the first U.S. casualties of the conflict
The Texas Tribune · Mar 4 Big money moved the needle and down-ballot chaos reigned in Texas’ action-packed primaries Two blockbuster Senate primaries dominated attention, chaos reigned in down-ballot races and an intense runoff season looms.
Fortune · Mar 4 Trump promised lower drug prices. Here's how Congress virtually guaranteed the opposite Mark Cuban says we wouldn't pay for potato chips like this. Congress is complicating things even more.
Evening Standard · Mar 4 Donald Trump 'does not care' if Iran play at World Cup FIFA Peace Prize winner has approved strikes on Iran, alongside Israel
International Business Times UK · Mar 4 Twin of US Congressman Agrees To Run After Brother Said He Wants To Retire - Trump Gives His Blessing Trever Nehls wins the Republican nomination for Texas's 22nd Congressional District, aiming to succeed his twin brother, Troy Nehls.
The Independent UK · Mar 4 Trump says Keir Starmer is ‘no Winston Churchill’. Here’s what he meant Winston Churchill was the prime minister who led Britain to victory in the Second World War