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2026-03-25 21:05:39 UTC

Good evening. It's 9PM, Wednesday, 25th March. The headlines: #Meta and #Google were deemed responsible in a pivotal social media addiction case. Iran dismissed a US peace proposal, its foreign minister signalling no current plans to negotiate. Dame Sarah Mullally has made history as the first woman appointed Archbishop of Canterbury. Ex-Google executive Matt Brittin is poised to take over as BBC director-general. #BBC #News
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2026-03-25 15:18:58 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 3PM, Wednesday, 25th March. The headlines: Dame Sarah Mullally is set to become the first woman enthroned as Archbishop of Canterbury. An Israeli minister is sceptical about Iran agreeing to #Trump's peace proposal, with Iran's military suggesting the US is in effect 'negotiating with itself'. Reports indicate Saudi Arabia has asked Trump to persist with the conflict, whereas Tehran insists on concluding it independently. #BBC #News
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2026-03-25 12:06:10 UTC

News at 12PM: The Church of #England is set to enthrone its first female Archbishop of Canterbury. The head of BlackRock has given an interview to the BBC, and Newsnight has spoken with victims of Jeffrey Epstein. Oil prices have dipped under $100 per barrel amid a potential US peace proposal for Iran. Two arrests have been made over the Golders Green arson case. Former President #Trump claims to be in discussions with key figures in Iran. #BBC #News
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2026-03-25 09:12:01 UTC

Good morning. It's 9AM, Wednesday, 25th March. The headlines: BlackRock's chief executive shares market worries in a BBC interview. Former President #Trump engages with Iran on peace negotiations. US peace proposal prompts a drop in oil prices. British teenagers start a social media abstinence trial. Newsnight speaks to survivors of Epstein's abuse. The Philippines declares a state of emergency amid an energy shortfall. #BBC #News
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2026-03-25 06:15:08 UTC

News at 6AM: Donald #Trump is negotiating with Iran, as the US suggests a 15-point peace proposal. Oil prices drop and fertiliser expenses climb amid the Iran strife. Private credit funds limit withdrawals. #Russia escalates its #Ukraine offensive with a significant drone strike. Markwayne Mullin is appointed head of DHS during #immigration policy disagreements. #Meta is set to incur a substantial penalty for breaching New Mexico legislation. #NewMexico #BBC #News
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2026-03-24 21:06:54 UTC

News at 9PM: President #Trump has announced ongoing negotiations with Iran to conclude the conflict, with details yet to be finalised. Mullin has been inaugurated as the new Homeland #Security Secretary. Tensions persist between #Israel and Iran, as Israel intends to establish a buffer zone in southern Lebanon following recent strikes. In Britain, Chancellor Reeves pledges aid for individuals struggling with surging energy costs linked to the Iranian conflict. #BBC #News
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2026-03-24 18:11:31 UTC

Good evening. It's 6PM, Tuesday, 24th March. The headlines: Uncertainty clouds US-Iran discussions, as Qatar refutes claims of mediating. #Israel escalates actions in Lebanon, eyeing a buffer zone creation. The Philippines grapples with an #energy crisis. 'Married at First Sight's' Mel Schilling dies aged 54. Iran persists with missile attacks on Israel, triggering emergency measures in Tel Aviv. #BBC #News
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2026-03-24 15:17:32 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 3PM, Tuesday, 24th March. The headlines: Qatar has refuted claims it is mediating between the US and Iran. #Israel intensifies its assaults in Lebanon, and #Ukraine reports over five deaths from bombardments. Oil prices have soared amid an Iranian blockade, while the Philippines confronts an #energy crisis. 'Married at First Sight' expert Mel Schilling has died aged 54. #BBC #News
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2026-03-24 12:06:25 UTC

News at 12PM: The countdown to NASA's Artemis lunar mission has started. Oil prices have soared following a blockade by Iran. Missile strikes from Iran on #Israel have escalated, leading to emergency responses in Tel Aviv. #Markets have rebounded after President #Trump postponed military action against Iran. In #Denmark's elections, Greenland and a proposed wealth tax are central topics. The #EU and #Australia have concluded negotiations on a fresh #trade deal.
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2026-03-24 09:11:53 UTC

Good morning. It's 9AM, Tuesday, 24th March. The headlines: NASA's Artemis lunar mission nears lift-off. #Markets surged after President #Trump delayed action against Iran, causing oil prices to rise amid conflict fears. The #EU and #Australia have sealed a trade agreement. The US and Iran offer differing accounts on talks prospects. Travel trends are changing due to escalating costs. #BBC #News
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2026-03-24 06:14:39 UTC

Good morning. It's 6AM, Tuesday, 24th March. The headlines: US #airports are experiencing disruptions amid a partial government shutdown, with ICE agents present. Oil prices have soared amid fears of conflict with Iran. Following an Iranian attack on #Israel, search and rescue efforts are in progress. #Australia and the #EU have concluded a new trade deal. The US and Iran have issued contradictory remarks on potential talks. #BBC #News
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2026-03-23 18:08:52 UTC

News at 6PM: President #Trump has announced significant areas of consensus in discussions with #Iran, possibly reducing hostilities. A plane #crash involving a fire engine at New York's #LaGuardia #Airport has resulted in the deaths of two pilots. In an apparent antisemitic incident, four ambulances belonging to the Jewish community were torched. Following remarks by Trump on Iran, oil prices have dropped. Keir Starmer was scrutinised by the Liaison Committee. #BBC #News
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2026-03-23 15:15:49 UTC

News at 3PM: Donald #Trump has indicated 'significant areas of consensus' in discussions with #Iran, suggesting a potential end to hostilities. Oil prices dropped after his statement. Israeli air raids have targeted Lebanese facilities. In Britain, Keir Starmer appeared before the Liaison Committee and denounced the arson attack on Jewish ambulances as a hate crime. #BBC #News
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2026-03-23 12:05:54 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 12PM, Monday, 23rd March. The headlines: Oil prices surged after Iran threatened to shut the Strait of Hormuz. The International Energy Agency cautions this could trigger a crisis surpassing the 1970s oil shock. The Prime Minister has denounced the arson attack on four Jewish community ambulances as 'deeply shocking'. The incident is being investigated as a hate #crime by police. #BBC #News
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2026-03-23 09:14:41 UTC

Good morning. It's 9AM, Monday, 23rd March. The headlines: Oil prices have surged after Iran threatened to shut the Strait of Hormuz. Keir Starmer has held urgent talks with Donald #Trump on the matter. The IEA cautions that this oil crisis may surpass the severity of the 1970s. A suspected antisemitic arson attack targeting ambulances in north London is under police investigation. #BBC #News
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2026-03-23 06:17:19 UTC

Good morning. It's 6AM, Monday, 23rd March. The headlines: #Iran heightens tensions, warning it may completely shut the Strait of Hormuz and strike US-affiliated Gulf energy locations. Energy costs rocket due to the blockade. Starmer calls an urgent meeting in reply, as #Trump imposes a deadline on Iran to unblock the strait. #France continues with its local election run-offs. The Met probes a suspected arson as an antisemitic hate #crime. A fresh UN #climate alert is issued. #BBC #News
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2026-03-22 21:00:18 UTC

Good evening. It's 9PM, Sunday, 22nd March. The headlines: Iran fired missiles at a US-UK facility in Diego Garcia and targeted Israeli urban areas, heightening strains. #Trump imposed a deadline on Iran to unblock the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran vows to shut if its energy installations are hit. Cuba is experiencing another widespread power outage. The use of #AI in military 'kill chains' is being examined. #BBC #News
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2026-03-22 18:01:53 UTC

Good evening. It's 6PM, Sunday, 22nd March. The headlines: Donald #Trump has given Iran a deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has attacked Israeli cities Dimona and Arad, and targeted the US-UK base at Diego Garcia with missiles. Cuba is grappling with another widespread power outage. #France is gearing up for the next stage of local elections. In Sudan, a drone strike on a hospital has claimed 64 lives. #BBC #News
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2026-03-22 15:00:14 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 3PM, Sunday, 22nd March. The headlines: Donald #Trump gives Iran a deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iran strikes Israeli cities, heightening tensions. #France moves into its local election's second phase, while Cuba faces another blackout. In Iran, the regime escalates its suppression of dissenters. The #UK Minister insists Britain will avoid conflict with Iran. #BBC #News
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2026-03-22 11:58:29 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 12PM, Sunday, 22nd March. The headlines: Donald #Trump gives #Iran a deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Strikes in Iran injure over 100 in Dimona and Arad, #Israel. #France moves to local election run-offs. Cuba faces another blackout. LeBron James breaks the NBA games record. Iran escalates its suppression of dissenters. #BBC #News
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2026-03-22 09:03:01 UTC

Good morning. It's 9AM, Sunday, 22nd March. The headlines: Donald #Trump has called on #Iran to ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains open. LeBron James breaks the NBA record for most games played. #Cuba faces another power outage as aid arrives. Strikes in southern #Israel leave over 100 wounded. #France proceeds with its local election runoffs. Iran has executed three demonstrators amid rising unrest. #BBC #News
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2026-03-22 06:10:04 UTC

News at 6AM: LeBron James achieves a new NBA milestone for most matches played. #Iran executes three demonstrators amid tensions over a Trump-set deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The US Senate meets at the weekend to tackle the government shutdown. Globally, WHO cites 64 deaths in a Sudanese hospital assault, and Iranian attacks wound 80 in #Israel. Ex-FBI director Robert #Mueller dies aged 81. #RobertMueller #Trump #BBC #News
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2026-03-21 20:59:49 UTC

Good evening. It's 9PM, Saturday, 21st March. The headlines: The US may scale back military operations. Ex-FBI chief Robert #Mueller has died, aged 81. The #UK's Diego Garcia facility was hit by two missiles. #India confronts a gas shortfall, prompting reliance on less clean fuels. #AI is becoming more prevalent in military 'kill chains'. #Cuba is poised to receive humanitarian assistance. #RobertMueller #BBC #News
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2026-03-21 17:59:31 UTC

Good evening. It's 6PM, Saturday, 21st March. The headlines: The #UK's Diego Garcia facility was targeted with two ballistic missiles. #Australia has introduced a ban on social media for those under 16. The US received approval to utilise British bases near the Hormuz Strait. #India is grappling with a gas shortfall, prompting a turn to less clean fuels. Former President #Trump suggests the US may scale back military operations. #BBC #News
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2026-03-21 14:59:57 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 3PM, Saturday, 21st March. The headlines: #Australia has prohibited under-16s from using social media. In Jerusalem's Old City, a missile shard hit. The #UK's Diego Garcia base was the aim of two ballistic missiles. Sarah Ferguson is urged to submit evidence in the Epstein case. The UK allows US forces to use its bases for Hormuz missions. #Israel launches fresh attacks on Tehran and Beirut. #BBC #News
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2026-03-21 11:58:35 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 12PM, Saturday, 21st March. The headlines: The US contemplates ending its military engagement but plans for deploying troops in Iran. Missile debris hit Jerusalem's historic quarter as #Israel targeted Tehran and Beirut. #Australia prohibits social media use for those under 16. Sarah Ferguson faces increasing calls to present evidence concerning Epstein. #BBC #News
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2026-03-21 09:02:14 UTC

Good morning. It's 9AM, Saturday, 21st March. The headlines: The US is considering scaling back its role in the Iran conflict. #Israel has launched strikes on Tehran and Beirut, with debris hitting Jerusalem's Old City. #Australia prohibits social media use for those under 16. Actor Chuck Norris has died aged 86. #BBC #News
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2026-03-21 06:04:50 UTC

Good morning. It's 6AM, Saturday, 21st March. The headlines: The #UK will permit US forces to utilise British bases for Hormuz missions. President #Trump suggests the US may scale back its conflict with Iran, asserting near achievement of goals. Brent Crude prices fell following the announcement. Actor and martial artist Chuck Norris has died aged 86. Kent is tackling a meningitis outbreak, with plans to vaccinate 5,000 students. #ChuckNorris #BBC #News
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2026-03-20 21:02:24 UTC

News at 9PM: Oil and gas supplies face major disruptions globally. Ex-President #Trump has labelled NATO allies as 'cowards'. The #UK has allowed the US to utilise bases for operations in the Hormuz Strait during a three-week conflict between the US and #Israel with Iran. NASA is gearing up for an April launch of Artemis II. In Nigeria, a military offensive has led to numerous insurgent fatalities. #BBC #News
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2026-03-20 18:04:41 UTC

Good evening. It's 6PM, Friday, 20th March. The headlines: The US is intent on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. An #EU financial aid package for #Ukraine hits a snag. Norway's crown princess addresses her connections with Epstein. NASA gears up for an April launch of Artemis II. #Trump brands Nato allies as 'cowards'. The IEA suggests measures to save energy, such as remote working and fewer flights. #BBC #News
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2026-03-20 15:16:03 UTC

News at 3PM: Nowruz festivities have been overshadowed by regional strife. The US is working to ensure the Strait of Hormuz remains open. #EU assistance for #Ukraine hits a snag. Norway's crown princess addresses her connection with Epstein. The IEA suggests ways to conserve energy. NASA reveals plans for Artemis II's April launch. A meningitis surge in Kent triggers a health warning, with over 2,360 jabs given and the Health Secretary touring clinics. #BBC #News
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2026-03-20 12:00:35 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 12PM, Friday, 20th March. The headlines: Nowruz festivities are overshadowed by conflict. Missile and drone strikes target Gulf states, affecting a Kuwaiti oil facility. Netanyahu claims Iran's uranium enrichment is hindered, softening oil costs. NASA prepares for Artemis II's April lift-off. #India sanctions generic obesity drugs akin to Ozempic and Wegovy. A meningitis surge in Kent leads to long vaccine lines and a broader jab campaign. #BBC #News
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2026-03-20 09:06:56 UTC

Good morning. It's 9AM, Friday, 20th March. The headlines: Gulf states react to missile and drone strikes. #India sanctions generic diabetes treatments akin to Ozempic, Wegovy. K-pop sensation BTS releases fresh album. Nowruz festivities overshadowed by strife. Shipping through Strait of Hormuz dips 95%. Netanyahu claims Iran at its most vulnerable. #BBC #News
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2026-03-20 06:09:46 UTC

News at 6AM: Israeli strikes have claimed over a thousand lives in Lebanon, displacing over a million. PM Netanyahu insists #Israel acted independently on the gas compound assault. President #Trump commends #Japan's increased Middle East role. The US deems Iran's regime 'intact but degraded'. Gulf states address missile and drone threats. K-pop sensation BTS releases a new album. In the #UK, two individuals are charged with espionage for Iran. #BBC #News
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2026-03-19 21:05:58 UTC

Good evening. It's 9PM, Thursday, 19th March. The headlines: President #Trump has stated that no US forces will be deployed to Iran, suggesting a change in its leadership. #Israel's Prime Minister has rejected the idea of involving the US in conflict, noting unfinished business with Iran. Fuel costs have soared in the #UK and Europe due to rising tensions. The Israeli leader is expected to speak on these matters at a forthcoming press briefing. #BBC #News
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2026-03-19 18:08:14 UTC

Good evening. It's 6PM, Thursday, 19th March. The headlines: Gas prices in the #UK and Europe have soared after attacks on key gas centres. Iran targeted #Qatar's hub twice, and former US President #Trump has threatened to destroy the world's biggest gas field. Hegseth pledges to cease hostilities with Iran but without a set timeframe. Qatar has extinguished all blazes at its affected site. #BBC #News
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2026-03-19 15:09:47 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 3PM, Thursday, 19th March. The headlines: Gas prices in the #UK and Europe have soared by over 20% and 30% respectively after Iran targeted a key Qatari gas facility twice. #Qatar has now contained the blazes. Kent faces a meningitis scare with 27 cases confirmed or suspected. Hegseth has vowed to halt the conflict with Iran, citing humanitarian concerns in Lebanon. #BBC #News
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2026-03-19 09:08:10 UTC

Good morning. It's 9AM, Thursday, 19th March. The headlines: Donald #Trump has warned he could target a significant Iranian gas field. The #UK is set to boost steel output. Middle East unrest impacts Asian markets and oil costs. #Japan's Prime Minister is in the US for talks with Trump. A meningitis outbreak in Kent triggers a health warning. #BBC #News
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2026-03-19 06:13:16 UTC

Good morning. It's 6AM, Thursday, 19th March. The headlines: Oil prices soared following Iranian attacks on crucial energy sites, such as #Qatar's significant gas centre. The hike in oil costs is impacting Asian markets. Iran announced the death of its intelligence chief. In the US, extreme weather conditions, including blizzards and storms, precede a looming heatwave. #BBC #News
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2026-03-17 12:05:46 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 12PM, Tuesday, 17th March. The headlines: #Israel has confirmed it targeted Iran's security chief, Ali Larijani. European leaders have rejected President #Trump's strategy for the Hormuz Strait. In Kent, an outbreak of meningitis has resulted in the deaths of two children. #Israel's latest airstrikes on Lebanon have caused significant internal displacement. #BBC #News
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2026-03-16 12:06:26 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 12PM, Monday, 16th March. The headlines: Drones from Iran have targeted Gulf nations. 'One Battle After Another' dominated the #Oscars with six awards, as Michael B Jordan and Jessie Buckley secured top acting honours. #Israel has declared a 'limited' foray into Lebanon and persists with its bombardment in Iran. The #UK's Prime Minister asserts that ceasing hostilities is key to reducing living expenses. #Trump calls on #NATO to guarantee the Hormuz Strait's openness. #BBC
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2026-03-15 09:04:16 UTC

Good morning. It's 9AM, Sunday, 15th March. The headlines: President #Trump has stated he is 'not prepared' to negotiate with #Iran amid escalating tensions. Iran has launched attacks on Gulf states, prompting Trump to urge allies to deploy naval vessels to the Strait of Hormuz. An Israeli attack in Lebanon has claimed the lives of 12 medical staff. Additional Iranian footballers are expected to return home. #BBC #News
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2026-03-13 12:00:48 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 12PM, Friday, 13th March. The headlines: Gulf nations confront a rise in missile and drone strikes. Iran is adamant about obstructing the Strait of Hormuz. The US allows sales of some Russian oil shipments. #Israel escalates attacks on Hezbollah in Beirut. A #UK couple's son lobbies in America for their freedom from Iranian custody. A US aircraft accident in #Iraq results in four fatalities. #BBC #News
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2026-03-10 21:02:30 UTC

Good evening. It's 9PM, Tuesday, 10th March. The headlines: The US and #Israel continue to target Iran, as #Trump warns about tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Surveys indicate a majority of Americans oppose these strikes. The Royal Navy's HMS Dragon has set sail from Portsmouth bound for Cyprus, while the US Navy has not accompanied any oil tankers through the strait. BBC Verify covers an educational strike in Iran. #BBC #News
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2026-03-10 18:07:40 UTC

News at 6PM: US and Israeli forces have escalated their strikes on Iran, with Hegseth labelling them the 'most intense' to date, claiming a significant triumph. #Trump has issued warnings concerning the Strait of Hormuz. HMS Dragon has set sail from Portsmouth bound for Cyprus. Iranian schools are on strike due to rising tensions. Lebanon is under evacuation orders following strikes, resulting in over 100,000 people being displaced within a day. #BBC #News
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2026-03-10 15:13:21 UTC

News at 3PM: US and Israeli forces have stepped up operations against Iran. President #Trump has warned of potential action in the Strait of Hormuz, anticipating a quick resolution to the tensions. The Pentagon is issuing regular briefings, while Hegseth asserts that US-Israeli efforts are decisively successful. Concerns over worldwide inflation grow amid the Iran crisis, prompting a meeting of the International Atomic Energy Agency in Paris. #BBC #News
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2026-03-10 12:01:16 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 12PM, Tuesday, 10th March. The headlines: The US and #Israel persist with operations against Iran. President #Trump claims progress, anticipating a swift conclusion and warns of potential action concerning the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's missile attacks on Gulf states fuel worldwide inflation worries and affect oil costs. Lebanon faces 500 fatalities from recent bombardments. #BBC #News
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2026-03-10 09:08:21 UTC

Good morning. It's 9AM, Tuesday, 10th March. The headlines: President #Trump says the conflict with Iran is progressing faster than planned, resulting in falling oil prices due to his forecast of a quick resolution. Rising jet fuel costs are pressuring airlines. The situation in Iran, marked by missile strikes on nearby Gulf states and continued US and Israeli operations, is fuelling worldwide inflation worries. #BBC #News
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2026-03-10 06:06:34 UTC

Good morning. It's 6AM, Tuesday, 10th March. The headlines: Oil prices are volatile due to tensions with Iran. President #Trump suggests the conflict might soon ease, yet warns of tough reprisals. The crisis stokes worldwide inflation worries and tighter security in the US. Iranian footballers receive asylum in #Australia. #BBC #News
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2026-03-09 21:02:55 UTC

Good evening. It's 9PM, Monday, 9th March. The headlines: Mojtaba Khamenei has become Iran's supreme leader. As the US and #Israel conflict with Iran escalates, targeting Tehran's #economy, oil prices soar. Donald #Trump describes the situation as 'very complete'. BBC Verify looks into a bombing at an Iranian school. Worldwide inflation concerns mount alongside rising oil prices, affecting airfares. Desalination facilities in Iran and Bahrain have also come under attack. #MojtabaKhamenei #BBC
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2026-03-09 18:07:25 UTC

Good evening. It's 6PM, Monday, 9th March. The headlines: Mojtaba #Khamenei has been appointed as Iran's supreme leader. Conflict in Iran pushes oil prices over $100 a barrel, fuelling worldwide inflation concerns. In Lebanon, Israeli air strikes have reportedly claimed nearly 400 lives. President Macron of #France asserts that an assault on Cyprus is an attack on Europe during his visit. BBC Verify probes a school bombing in Iran. #MojtabaKhamenei #BBC #News
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2026-03-09 15:25:42 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 3PM, Monday, 9th March. The headlines: Oil prices have surged past $100 per barrel amid the conflict in Iran. Mojtaba #Khamenei has been affirmed as the country's supreme leader. Keir Starmer has addressed the war's economic repercussions, and President Macron is in Cyprus to discuss responses to the hostilities. #MojtabaKhamenei #BBC #News
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2026-03-09 12:01:30 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 12PM, Monday, 9th March. The headlines: Oil prices soared past $100 per barrel amid the conflict in Iran. Mojtaba #Khamenei has been named Iran's supreme leader. As tensions escalate, Iran has attacked nearby Arab countries. Keir Starmer has spoken on the Iranian #crisis, and President Macron is in Cyprus for talks on the war. #MojtabaKhamenei #BBC #News
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2026-03-09 09:07:47 UTC

Good morning. It's 9AM, Monday, 9th March. The headlines: Mojtaba Khamenei has been appointed as #Iran's new Supreme Leader. As the conflict in Iran escalates, oil prices have soared past $100 a barrel, affecting gas costs across Europe. The turmoil in Iran is also spreading to neighbouring Arab nations. #BBC #News
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2026-03-09 06:13:17 UTC

Good morning. It's 6AM, Monday, 9th March. The headlines: Mojtaba Khamenei has been named #Iran's supreme leader. Amid ongoing conflicts, oil prices have surged beyond $100 a barrel, with Iran confronting Arab states and #Israel. Former US President #Trump believes a joint resolution with Israel is essential to halt the hostilities. #BBC #News
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2026-03-08 20:59:20 UTC

Good evening. It's 9PM, Sunday, 8th March. The headlines: Iranian outlets have reported the election of a new Supreme Leader. US-Israeli strikes have hit #Tehran's vital economic infrastructure, igniting fires in nearby residential zones. #Israel has intensified military operations in Lebanon, prompting evacuations in the south. The UN's humanitarian head discussed these events with the BBC. #BBC #News
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2026-03-08 17:58:31 UTC

Good evening. It's 6PM, Sunday, 8th March. The headlines: Iranian outlets report the election of a new Supreme Leader. US-Israeli airstrikes lead to explosions in #Iran, with reciprocal strikes on Arab states. The UN's humanitarian head underscores a civilian crisis in the Middle East. Cooper says Starmer is focusing on Britain's national interest. #BBC #News
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2026-03-08 14:59:10 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 3PM, Sunday, 8th March. The headlines: Iranian outlets announce the election of a new Supreme Leader. Airstrikes, attributed to the US and #Israel, hit Iranian urban areas as #Iran retaliates against nearby Arab states. The UN's top humanitarian official warns of a civilian crisis in the Middle East. In Britain, Cooper backs Starmer's actions as serving the national interest. #BBC #News
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2026-03-08 11:58:11 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 12PM, Sunday, 8th March. The headlines: Iranian outlets have announced the election of a successor to Ayatollah Khamenei. Over 1,300 fatalities are attributed to #Iran's offensives against Arab nations. President #Trump has proclaimed triumph, deeming #UK military aid redundant. US-Israeli air raids have led to extensive explosions in Iran, with Gulf states enduring more assaults overnight. #BBC #News
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2026-03-08 09:01:41 UTC

Good morning. It's 9AM, Sunday, 8th March. The headlines: Tensions in the Middle East intensify as #Iran's conflict with Gulf states escalates, including strikes on data centres. Donald #Trump warns of significant repercussions for Iran, downplaying the #UK's offer of an aircraft carrier. #Israel intensifies its military action in Lebanon, resulting in widespread displacement and casualties. The UK's aircraft carrier remains on standby amid growing regional unrest. #BBC #News
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2026-03-08 06:05:28 UTC

Good morning. It's 6AM, Sunday, 8th March. The headlines: US and Israeli air strikes have triggered explosions in Iranian urban areas. The Israeli offensive in Lebanon has displaced more than 454,000 individuals. Britain's aircraft carrier is on high alert. Americans in Doha recount their stories to the BBC. Data centres come under attack during the #Iran conflict. #BBC #News
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2026-03-07 20:58:52 UTC

Good evening. It's 9PM, Saturday, 7th March. The headlines: Ian Huntley, the Soham killer, has passed away in hospital. The UAE has experienced fresh drone and missile strikes from #Iran, which has apologised to neighbouring countries. Britain's aircraft carrier is on heightened alert. Donald #Trump demands Iran's 'unconditional surrender' and has conversed with the Iranian ambassador on the BBC. #BBC #News
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2026-03-06 21:01:11 UTC

Good evening. It's 9PM, Friday, 6th March. The headlines: At a Chicago tribute, Barack Obama honoured civil rights icon Jesse Jackson. Donald #Trump demands 'unconditional surrender' in any #Iran agreement, amid intensified US-Israeli action against Iranian interests. Lebanon's Justice Minister addressed recent #Beirut blasts, attributed to Israeli assaults, in a BBC interview. #BBC #News
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2026-03-06 09:05:48 UTC

Good morning. It's 9AM, Friday, 6th March. The headlines: The US aims to calm fears about oil prices, allowing #India to buy Russian crude. The #UK's initial state flight from Muscat has touched down. Amidst #Israel's broad strikes on #Beirut and Tehran, the US bolsters its military presence near #Iran, heightening concerns of conflict that could unsettle the worldwide supply chain. #BBC #News
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2026-03-05 18:30:12 UTC

Good evening. It's 6PM, Thursday, 5th March. The headlines: Iran and #Israel continue to exchange missile fire, with Israel stepping up attacks on Iranian and Lebanese targets. The ongoing hostilities have prompted a spike in crude oil prices amid supply worries. Some Iranians are seeking refuge in Turkey, and the #UK has sent four fighter jets to Qatar. #BBC #News
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2026-03-05 15:10:12 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 3PM, Thursday, 5th March. The headlines: #Israel escalates its military action, launching fresh strikes on #Iran and hitting Hezbollah sites in Lebanon. In retaliation, Iran fires more missiles at Israel. The conflict surge sends crude oil prices higher amid supply worries. Some Iranians head to the Turkish border for refuge. #BBC #News
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2026-03-05 12:01:20 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 12PM, Thursday, 5th March. The headlines: #Israel escalates its military action, launching fresh strikes on Iranian and Hezbollah sites in Lebanon. Oil prices surge due to escalating supply worries. A British repatriation flight faces delays. Qatar moves residents from areas close to the US Embassy. #BBC #News
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2026-03-05 09:07:52 UTC

Good morning. It's 9AM, Thursday, 5th March. The headlines: Oil prices surge on supply concerns as the US sinks an Iranian vessel in the Indian Ocean, escalating the six-day conflict with Iran involving #Israel. #China lowers its growth outlook. British and American nationals are evacuating the Middle East, with BA flights from Muscat full and extra #UK government flights scheduled. #BBC #News
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2026-03-05 06:07:58 UTC

Good morning. It's 6AM, Thursday, 5th March. The headlines: On the sixth day of the US-Israel conflict with Iran, oil prices surge due to supply concerns. Equities recover following a sell-off. An Iranian warship is sunk by the US in the Indian Ocean. #China revises its growth forecast downwards. British nationals are being evacuated from the Middle East. #BBC #News
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2026-03-04 21:02:35 UTC

Good evening. It's 9PM, Wednesday, 4th March. The headlines: On day five of the US-Israel conflict with #Iran, #Israel signals possible strikes in south Lebanon. The clash stokes fears of rising fuel and food costs in Africa. The #UK is set to impose visa curbs on students from Sudan and Cameroon. Drone warfare's impact is underscored by a recent drone attack on the American consulate in Dubai. #BBC #News
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2026-03-04 18:06:14 UTC

Good evening. It's 6PM, Wednesday, 4th March. The headlines: On the fifth day of the US-Israel conflict with #Iran, a drone strike hit an Iranian vessel in the Indian Ocean. The use of drones is increasingly shaping modern warfare. As Iranians seek refuge from the turmoil, concerns over fuel and food prices mount in Africa. The US investigates an assault on a girls' school. Oil prices surge due to supply worries, as around 200 tankers are stranded in the Strait of Hormuz. #BBC #News
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2026-03-04 15:06:41 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 3PM, Wednesday, 4th March. The headlines: #Israel has launched major strikes in #Iran, prompting a mass exodus to #Turkey. Tehran has published new footage following the attacks. Lebanon reports numerous deaths. The #UK is dispatching HMS Dragon to protect its Cyprus base amid escalating tensions. #BBC #News
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2026-03-04 11:59:55 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 12PM, Wednesday, 4th March. The headlines: #Israel has initiated extensive air strikes in #Iran. Qatar experienced two ballistic missile attacks. Numerous Iranians have fled to Turkey amid unrest, and #Lebanon has reported multiple fatalities. The Royal Navy's HMS Dragon is preparing for deployment to the eastern Mediterranean. Donald #Trump has rebuked the #UK for its lack of cooperation. #BBC #News
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2026-03-04 09:07:46 UTC

Good morning. It's 9AM, Wednesday, 4th March. The headlines: An airstrike has hit #Hezbollah in southern Beirut amid escalating conflict, leading to a spike in shipping costs. Former US President #Trump has lambasted the #UK for a lack of cooperation. Britain's economic growth prediction for 2026 is now just 1.1%. The Royal Navy's HMS Dragon is poised for deployment to the eastern Mediterranean, while Qatar has been hit by two ballistic missiles. #BBC #News
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2026-03-04 06:06:17 UTC

Good morning. It's 6AM, Wednesday, 4th March. The headlines: Tensions between the US, #Israel and #Iran intensify amid continuing strikes. The #UK's economic growth forecast for 2026 is downgraded to 1.1%. Ex-President #Trump lambasts Britain's cooperation levels, vowing US naval intervention for maritime security if necessary. Surging energy costs unsettle markets. #BBC #News
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2026-03-03 21:02:44 UTC

Good evening. It's 9PM, Tuesday, 3rd March. The headlines: #Israel has stepped up its military action, targeting Beirut and Tehran. The clash with #Iran worsens as US President #Trump recognises the swift escalation and hints at influencing #Israel's moves. Air travel remains affected amid the strikes. Chancellor #Merz is in talks with #Trump as the #UK readies to send forces, such as HMS Dragon, to Cyprus.
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2026-03-03 18:06:57 UTC

Good evening. It's 6PM, Tuesday, 3rd March. The headlines: Israeli forces have struck Beirut and Tehran, with incursions into #Lebanon. President #Trump acknowledges the swift intensification of hostilities, hinting at US influence on #Israel's stance towards #Iran. The #UK plans to deploy a naval vessel to Cyprus amid escalating tensions. Chancellor #Merz is in talks with Trump. Britons Craig and Lindsay Foreman, jailed in Iran on espionage claims, maintain their innocence. #BBC #News
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2026-03-03 15:09:43 UTC

Good afternoon. It's 3PM, Tuesday, 3rd March. The headlines: #Israel has struck targets in Beirut and Tehran during the fourth day of US-Israeli hostilities with #Iran. Israeli forces have crossed into #Lebanon, prompting a surge in oil and gas prices over supply worries. The #UK is contemplating sending a Royal Navy vessel to Cyprus. #BBC #News
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2026-02-19 06:15:06 UTC

Good morning. It's 6AM, Thursday, 19th February. The headlines: The 'Board of Peace' aims to raise $5bn for #Gaza. Talks involving #Russia, #Ukraine and the US have ended in Geneva. Mark Zuckerberg has given evidence in a trial on social media addiction. Environmental organisations are taking legal action against #Trump for scrapping a #climate rule. London Fashion Week begins. There are reports from CBS that the US could act against Iran by Saturday. #BBC #News
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2025-03-07 05:57:19 UTC

Good morning. It's 6AM, Friday, 7th March. The headlines: Cyclone Alfred nears Queensland as President #Trump defers #tariffs on Mexico for a month. #Putin vows to keep Russian advances in #Ukraine. Hospitalised Pope Francis sends an audio message. #EU chiefs convene in Brussels to deliberate #Ukraine aid, with #Zelensky thanking Europe for its robust support.
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