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The Strait of Hormuz is open to commercial shipping - at least for now.

Oil markets rattled as Hormuz instability deepens

Traders will be hoping US President Donald Trump strikes a permanent deal with Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open as the clock ticks on a fragile ceasefire.

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A fisherman has captured the terrifying moment he was surrounded by hundreds of sharks.

WATCH: Man caught in terrifying shark feeding frenzy

A man has captured the terrifying moment he found himself surrounded by sharks during a chaotic and unexpected ocean encounter.

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Richard Marles warned that the escalating Middle East tensions could disrupt critical energy supply chains.

Fuel supply fears grow as Marles responds to Hormuz crisis

Global fuel supply uncertainty has intensified after the Strait of Hormuz shut again, with Richard Marles warning tensions could disrupt energy markets.

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Fergie resurfaces after months in hiding as questions swirl.

‘Freeloader’ Fergie’s drastic bid to preserve luxe lifestyle

Sarah Ferguson may no longer hold royal titles, but has again been labelled the ‘Queen of freebies’ after being spotted in Austria following months out of sight.

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Tiger Woods talks to a sheriff deputy immediately after his car crash in Florida in March.

Tiger Woods reveals candid update on life inside rehab

New details have emerged about Tiger Woods’ recovery as he undergoes intensive treatment following his DUI arrest.

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Emmanuel Macron condemns attack after French UNIFIL soldier killed.

Macron says Hezbollah likely killed French UN soldier

A French soldier in a United Nations mission in Lebanon has been killed, with the Hezbollah militia likely responsible, French President Emmanuel Macron says.

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Strait of Hormuz shut again as Iran warns vessels and Donald Trump responds.

Strait of Hormuz shut as Trump rejects Iran ‘blackmail’

Iranian authorities have reversed a decision to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and reports say two Indian-flagged ships ‌came under fire in the waterway.

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Chris Bowen extends fuel standards as supply crisis fears grow.

Lower fuel standards extended as supply fears remain

Energy Minister Chris Bowen has extended temporary fuel quality changes to September as global supply pressures continue to create uncertainty.

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Anthony Albanese is among world leaders pushing to reopen shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

PM responds to Hormuz reopening, warns of uncertainty

Anthony Albanese has responded to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, warning that the economic impact of the conflict will continue to be felt worldwide.

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Questions on human rights records and Russian oil hang over Anthony Albanese's fuel supply deals.

Compromises mount in Albanese’s urgent global fuel hunt

As fuel supplies tighten, world leaders - including Australia's - are having to make uncomfortable choices about where they source their oil.

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Anthony Albanese is among world leaders pushing to reopen shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Albanese joins urgent talks after Iran declares Hormuz open

Australia has joined a meeting of about 50 world leaders to organise an international mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing trade disruptions.

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Disturbing twist as killer blames ‘alter ego’ in child murder.

Killer’s chilling claim as new evidence emerges in court

A shocking claim about an ‘alter ego’ surfaced in court as prosecutors outlined what they say is a web of lies surrounding the child’s murder. Warning: Disturbing content

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel agreed to a Lebanon truce at the request of the US.

Trump stuns Israel with abrupt Lebanon bombing halt

The US President has taken an unusually tough stance on Israel’s military campaign in Lebanon, while signalling progress toward a wider deal involving Iran.

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The world’s most critical oil chokepoint has reopened under a US-brokered ceasefire.

Iran declares Hormuz Strait 'completely open' for ships

Iran has declared the Strait of Hormuz open for commercial transit, as backchannel diplomacy points to a potential deal within weeks.

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Meghan and Prince Harry pose for a selfie with children and their families during a visit to the Royal Children's Hospital on April 14, 2026 in Melbourne.

Sussexes’ trip Down Under a ‘royal tour’ or money spinner?

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s Australian tour had everything expected in a royal visit except for the official label, making the trip controversial as they mixed charitable work with commercial interests. 

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