A small town in Spain is home to a 3,000-year-old space treasure

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Image Credit: Wikipedia Nestled in the sun-drenched plains of Alicante province, the quaint Spanish town of Villena guards a secret that bridges earth and sky. Back in 1963, workers digging a gravel pit stumbled upon the Treasure of Villena, a dazzling hoard of over 60 Bronze Age artefacts weighing nearly 10 kilograms, mostly gleaming gold bowls, bracelets, and bottles. What makes this find truly extraordinary is that two pieces, an iron bracelet and a sword hilt pommel, were forged from meteoritic iron, a rare metal fallen from space around a million years ago. Dated to 1400-1200 BC, this collection hints at ancient people's awe for cosmic gifts, long before iron smelting was known on Earth. Today, these treasures shine in Villena's Archaeological Museum, drawing visitors to ponder how Bronze Age craftsmen turned stardust into jewellery. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Saudi intercepts drone headed to Shaybah oil field; Israeli strikes 10 Hezbollah targe..

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More Hong Kong drivers head to mainland China to refuel amid surging oil prices

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AdvertisementHong Kong transportHong KongHong Kong EconomyMore Hong Kong drivers head to mainland China to refuel amid surging oil prices‘Even after a slight price increase on the mainland, fuel there remains roughly one-third the cost in Hong Kong,’ says automobile association’s Ringo Lee
3-MIN READ3-MINKevin LiandVivian AuPublished: 7:44pm, 12 Mar 2026Hong Kong drivers are increasingly crossing the border to mainland China to replenish their tanks, as authorities crack down on a case of an illegal filling operation amid the surge in global oil prices.
Motorists are exploring different ways to mitigate the rising fuel cost after the ongoing conflict in the Middle East pushed up oil prices.
Ringo Lee Yiu-pui, governor and honorary life president of the Hong Kong, China Automobile Association, on Thursday highlighted a sharp rise in local drivers crossing into the mainland to refuel due to the widening price gap.
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Iran-US war latest: World facing ‘worst oil supply crisis in history’ as Iraqi tankers attacked

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Fuel tankers erupt in flames after Iranian boat attacks in GulfThe International Energy Agency warned on Thursday that the world is facing the worst oil supply disruption in history.
Oil prices have surged past $100 a barrel again after more fuel tankers were struck by explosive-laden boats in a suspected Iranian attack this morning.
Two tankers were ablaze in Iraqi waters on Thursday after what appeared to be Iranian strikes, as Iran warned the world should be ready for oil to hit $200 a barrel.
An Iraqi official told state media that its oil ports “have completely stopped operations.” Other countries have moved vessels out of the area as a precaution.
Three crew members are still believed to be trapped on a Thai-flagged bulk carrier hit in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday.
As oil markets felt the impact of the war on global trade, Donald Trump insisted that the US had won the war but didn’t want to have to go back every two years.
“We don’t want to leave early do we?” he said on W..

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Health risk alert as weight-loss jab manufacturer warns over impurity in drug ‘knockoffs’

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US drugmaker Eli Lilly has issued a public warning about potential health risks from compounded weight-loss drugs containing vitamin B12 and the active ingredient in its medication, Zepbound. The company stated on Thursday that a previously unidentified impurity, arising during preparation, could pose dangers to consumers.
This alert marks the latest move in Lilly's ongoing efforts against drug compounders, which it accuses of marketing illicit versions of Zepbound and its diabetes treatment, Mounjaro. Both drugs share the same key ingredient, tirzepatide. Lilly has initiated legal proceedings against various compounders, wellness centres, and other entities for selling products claiming to contain tirzepatide.
Conversely, compounders maintain their offerings are legitimate under a specific federal law. This provision permits compounding when patients require tailored medications due to medical concerns, such as the inclusion of vitamins or dosages not available in branded product..

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Hong Kong’s Wealth for Good Summit to highlight AI, robotics, biotech opportunities

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AdvertisementBanking & financeBusinessHong Kong’s Wealth for Good Summit to highlight AI, robotics, biotech opportunitiesFourth edition of summit comes as Hong Kong pursues goal of attracting 220 additional family offices by 2028
2-MIN READ2-MIN ListenCao LiPublished: 7:33pm, 12 Mar 2026As innovations arise from the artificial intelligence, robotics and biotechnology sectors, holders of family capital from around the world will convene in Hong Kong to discuss such investment opportunities at the city’s fourth annual Wealth for Good Summit on March 23 and 24.
Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury Christopher Hui Ching-yu said the summit would showcase Hong Kong’s position as a premier hub for family capital seeking long-term growth and multigenerational legacy.
Launched in March 2023 to attract global family offices and high-net-worth individuals, the event this year would bring together top family office leaders and next-generation wealth successors to discuss intergenerati..

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‘Fingers on the trigger’: Deadly warnings for Iranians being urged to take action

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'Fingers on the trigger': Deadly warnings for Iranians being urged to take action2 hours agoShareSaveMasoud AzarBBC PersianShareSaveAFPWhen US President Donald Trump began strikes on Iran, killing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in the process, he told Iranians to “take over your government”.
“It will be yours to take,” Trump said. “This will be probably your only chance for generations.”
But as the war between the US and Israel and Iran has deepened over the past two weeks, Iranians have received sharply different messages about what may happen if they do take action.
Encouragement from figures outside Iran has come as reports have emerged of an increased security and police presence in cities across the country, with officials of the Islamic Republic warning against any possible gatherings or protests.
'We will come after you'Earlier this week, Iran's Police Chief, Brigadier General Ahmadreza Radan, warned that his forces would treat anyone who takes to..

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China approves ‘ethnic unity’ law requiring minorities to learn Mandarin

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China approves 'ethnic unity' law requiring minorities to learn Mandarin3 hours agoShareSaveLaura BickerChina CorrespondentShareSaveGetty ImagesBeijing has long been accused of restricting the rights of minority ethnic groups in regions like TibetChina has approved a sweeping new law which claims to help promote “ethnic unity” – but critics say it will further erode the rights of minority groups.
On paper, it aims to promote integration among the 56 officially recognised ethnic groups, dominated by the Han Chinese, through education and housing. But critics say it cuts people off from their language and culture.
It mandates that all children should be taught Mandarin before kindergarten and up until the end of high school. Previously students could study most of the curriculum in their native language such as Tibetan, Uyghur or Mongolian.
The law was approved on Thursday as the annual rubber-stamp parliamentary session drew to an end.
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Run over by a car and still alive? The strange physics behind the ironclad beetle

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Image Credit: Canva Ever squashed a bug underfoot and wondered why it just keeps buzzing? Now, picture a car tyre rolling right over it; most critters would be crushed, but not this diabolical ironclad beetle. Research published in Nature has found this unusual desert dweller from the US southwest shrugs off forces that would flatten other insects, thanks to an exoskeleton tougher than steel. Scientists only recently cracked the code, running this little beast over and peering inside with high-tech scans. Their findings reveal a jigsaw-like armour that laughs in the face of crushing pressure, inspiring future; everything from bike parts to aircraft. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: UAE embassy in Iraq attacked, Hezbollah drones target IsraelIran launches fresh strike on UAE: Two drones hit near Dubai airport; Indian among 4 injuredMiddle East war enters day 12 as US, Israel unleash 'heaviest strikes' on Iran as Tehran rules out ceasefireWhy the ironclad be..

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“Charlie was likely sacrificed”: Candace Owens revisits Charlie Kirk’s death with controversial Freemasonry angle

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Political commentator Candace Owens stirred controversy after suggesting that Charlie Kirk may have been “sacrificed,” linking her theory to research into Freemasonry. During her series, Owens said a Freemason Bible sent to her offered insight into the organization’s beliefs. Her remarks quickly spread online, sparking heated debate between supporters and critics over the claim. Controversy quickly followed after political commentator Candace Owens shared a striking theory about the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Speaking during her online series, Owens suggested she believes Kirk may have been “sacrificed,” a claim that immediately stirred intense reactions across political and media circles.The remarks came as Owens discussed research she says she has been doing on Freemasonry. Her comments, delivered during an episode of her series, added a dramatic new angle to ongoing discussions about Kirk’s sudden passing. While critics have dismissed the theory as speculation, the..

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