Oil rises and stock markets under pressure as Middle East conflict steps up

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A 7.8 magnitude earthquake rocks the southern Philippines, causing some damage and a tsunami warning
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake has shaken part of the southern Philippines, and a tsunami was possible on some regional coas
Three killed and tsunami alert issued after 7.8-magnitude earthquake rocks southern Philippines
At least four people injured in southern city of General Santos
Iran launches missiles toward Israel for first time since April ceasefire
Iran launches missiles toward Israel for first time since April ceasefire
Vulnerable women lured by illegal sperm donor services on social media
A BBC investigation paid £100 for one donor’s “baby batter” delivered by post with a carton of passata.
Ariana Grande shades failed marriage with savage move during ‘Eternal Sunshine’ tour
The "7 Rings" singer poked fun at her divorce from Dalton Gomez while performing "Thank U, Next" at her tour's opening s