'Resumption of hostilities': seized ship, vessel attacks push U.S.-Iran ceasefire toward brink
A U.S. seizure of an Iranian cargo ship and reports of vessels coming under fire in the Gulf have pushed a fragile ceasefire with Tehran to the brink.
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Anxiety lingers in divided Kashmir a year after shooting attack
The conflict in 2025 between nuclear-armed rivals India and Pakistan was their worst in decades.
Gulf poised to move closer to China after the war
The Iran war has delivered a profound and systemic shock to the Gulf, fundamentally challenging two assumptions that have underpinned regional stability for the better part of a century. For decades, the Gulf’s economic model thrived on a perception of stability, reinforced by
New approaches to tackling cervical cancer
More than 27,000 women in Europe die from cervical cancer each year. The human papillomavirus (HPV) is responsible for this disease and for at least five other cancers that affect both women and men. HPV vaccination is among the most effective tools available, yet its full
Europe Today: Russia-friendly Radev wins in Bulgaria as Orbán hints at lifting EU Ukraine loan veto
Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.
Farmer remanded for seven days over fatal shooting that killed three in Johor
The suspect was handcuffed as he was brought in by police officers to a court complex.
Indonesia rights body criticises military after 12 civilians killed in Papua
It is unsure whether the civilians were killed by Indonesian or rebel fire.
Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's Tuapse port kills one
MOSCOW, April 20 - A major Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's Black Sea port of Tuapse sparked a fire and killed at least one person, Russian officials said on Monday, just hours after a blaze was doused in the wake of a similar attack on April 16.
‘We are disruptors of the industry’: Can sustainable aviation fuel protect airlines from fuel shock?
As we head towards carbon-neutral aviation in 2050, the sustainable aviation fuel industry is set to boom. We spoke to a key innovator to learn more.
Europe must engage on the Iran issue, but not be misled by false alternatives
Europe stayed out of the recent confrontation between the United States and Iran. Yet the European Union remains a major stakeholder, for a simple and important reason: energy. Europe depends significantly on oil and gas produced in, or transported through, the Gulf region,
Oil prices climb as US-Iran stand-off keeps Strait of Hormuz in limbo
Oil prices climbed more than 5% while Asian shares also advanced on Monday morning as a stand-off between Iran and the US prevented tankers from using the Strait of Hormuz.
Jacqueline Zünd Explores Climate Inequality in ‘Heat,’ Premiering at Visions du Réel: ‘I Found Dystopia in Real Life’
“Heat is like a death sentence.” The line, spoken by a Kuwait-based meteorologist in Jacqueline Zünd’s “Heat,” anchors a film that examines global warming not through explanation but through what the Swiss filmmaker describes as “a sensory experience.” Premiering in the main
Debt problems in seaside town among UK's worst
A debt charity believes the town's seasonal job market is in part to blame.
Baby America’s hegemony is no match for old worlds
When US President Donald Trump said, “A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight,” he hardly knew the profundity of his words. Iran, formerly Persia, has a history that goes back at least 7,000 years, and has a long list of great contributions to the world. Among these
New Zealand declares state of emergency in Wellington as floods hit
Footage online shows vehicles submerged, trees uprooted and houses hit by landslides.
'You’re Not Alone': David Bowie immersive show invites fans inside the artist’s world in London
A new immersive exhibition, 'David Bowie: You’re Not Alone', is opening in London, inviting fans to step inside the world of the “Starman” himself.
Africa: Somaliland Welcomes Taiwan Leader's First Africa Visit
[Horn Diplomat] Hargeisa, April 19 (Horn Diplomat) -- The Government of the Republic of Somaliland on Sunday welcomed the upcoming official visit of Taiwan President Lai Ching-te to the Kingdom of Eswatini, describing it as a significant diplomatic step and his first visit to
After a decade Lisbon's Oceanarium says goodbye to 'Forests Underwater' exhibition
Eleven years after its inauguration, the exhibition 'Forests Underwater' by Takashi Amano' is ending its run at Lisbon's Oceanarium. This marks the end of an era for visitors and staff alike, who leave behind thousands of hours of work underwater that kept the Japanese artist's
Solar and wind outpace coal as energy crisis fails to spark fossil fuel revival
Fears of a ‘coal comeback’ triggered by the Iran war energy crisis are not supported by the data.
Empowering children online: the Council of Europe is sceptical of blanket social media bans
As politicians rush to impose blanket social media bans on minors, recent Council of Europe recommendations urge a smarter approach. They stress that online safety measures must protect children without sacrificing their freedom of expression or cutting off essential digital
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Longevity retreats: Life-enhancing escapes to book in Europe in 2026
From Swiss medical clinics to Mediterranean wellness resorts, these are the top longevity retreats in Europe where you can reset body and mind.
Carbon pricing waste won’t send Europe backwards
Bringing incineration into the EU’s carbon market could finally push Europe up the waste hierarchy - not back to landfill, writes Janek Vahk. As the EU considers bringing waste incineration into its Emissions Trading System (ETS), a familiar warning has resurfaced: put a price
EU population to fall by 12% by 2100: Which countries will decline the most?
Projected population changes across Europe vary significantly, with the EU population set to fall by 53 million by 2100. Experts point to the role of immigration in explaining differences between countries. By 2100, one in three Europeans will be over 65.
I thought this sci-fi mystery looked cool, but my interest dropped when I realized it's another multiplayer survival-crafting game
Blind Descent is aimed at people less miserable than me.
Korea Box Office: ‘Salmokji : Whispering Water’ Maintains Command in Second Weekend
The local horror-thriller “Salmokji : Whispering Water” retained its position at the top of the South Korean box office during the weekend of Apr. 17–19. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, the film earned $3.3 million from
US military strike on alleged drug boat kills at least three people in the Caribbean Sea
US strikes on drug boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean have so far killed a minimum of 181 people. Critics have slammed the Trump administration over the strikes, saying they constitute a violation of international law.
Taiwan business group urges Beijing, Taipei to keep politics out of trade
TAIPEI, April 20 - The head of one of Taiwan's top business groups said on Monday both Beijing and Taipei should leave politics out of resuming normal trade and tourism exchanges, after China unveiled new incentives for the island.
Saying no to ‘ponteng’: Malaysian activist starts petition against absenteeism in Parliament
Several senior politicians are among those with the worst attendance records
Over 200 Japanese firms paid ransomware attackers, 60% fail to recover data
But over 140 firms reported being hit by ransomware attacks but were able to restore their systems without paying.
Africa: The IMF Enjoys Preferred Creditor Status - Why It Shouldn't Be the Judge When It Comes to Other Lenders
[The Conversation Africa] The International Monetary Fund (IMF) should not be an arbiter of discussions about which other multilateral financial institutions should qualify for preferred creditor status. This is because the IMF is a direct beneficiary of the creditor hierarchy
Africa: Gender, Geography and Powerbroking in Play in Race for Next UN Chief
[UN News] The choice of the tenth UN Secretary-General, who will take office in January 2027, could shape global diplomacy, the response to crises across the world and the direction of the multilateral system for the next decade.
Japan PM Takaichi’s ratings stay high, with some wavering amid Iran impact
One poll noted a bigger drop in support among people aged 60 and over compared with those from younger generations.
Carney says Canada's economic ties with the US are 'weakness that must be corrected'
The Canadian leader stressed that his country cannot hinge its future on hope that the US will return to the partner it formerly was to his country and that active steps must be taken to protect Ottawa from the disruptions caused by the Trump administration.
Pill and pipeline: US drug supply needs a China reality check
A quiet vulnerability sits at the heart of American health care. The United States — home to the world’s most innovative pharmaceutical sector — depends heavily on China for the active pharmaceutical ingredients used to manufacture its medicines. How heavily is debated. Some
Fresh food prices in Thailand surge as cost pressures spread wider
Fresh protein products are leading the increase as producers struggle with energy price volatility.
Residents return to ravaged homes months after Hong Kong fire
Around 6,000 residents of Wang Fuk Court were given three-hour windows to retrieve their belongings for the first time since the fire.
‘The Moon and The Zoo’: Simon Armitage poem celebrates 200 years of ZSL
Zoological Society of London commissions poet laureate for animation to mark its 200th anniversary Over its two centuries, acclaimed writers and artists have found inspiration at London zoo, from Edwin Landseer’s Trafalgar Square lions, to AA Milne’s naming “Winnie” after
Ed Miliband to double down on net zero with measures to combat Iran energy shock
As fossil fuel prices soar ‘the era of clean energy security must come of age’, energy secretary will say Ed Miliband will double down on Labour’s commitment to net zero in the face of the Middle East conflict this week, insisting that as fossil fuel prices soar “the era of
Indian celebrity couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh expecting second child
In an Instagram post on Sunday (Apr 19), Indian actress Deepika Padukone revealed that she was expecting her second child with her husband, actor Ranveer Singh.
Magic: The Gathering's next wizard university set feels like going back to school, because we sure are going to have to learn a lot of mechanics
Secrets of Strixhaven is authentic to the educational experience. In a fun way.
Tehran vows swift response after US seizes Iranian-flagged vessel near the Strait of Hormuz
The US said its naval blockade of Iranian ports will continue despite the ongoing ceasefire, prompting Iran to U-turn on its reopening of the Strait of Hormuz just hours after it declared it open for maritime traffic, and firing at vessels trying to transit.
Stablecoins, RWAs and Hong Kong’s interface moment
Why the real contest is no longer about crypto enthusiasm, but about payment rails, trade finance and the architecture of cross-border liquidity The loudest reading of stablecoins is still the wrong one. They are not becoming important because cryptocurrency has finally won
Philo Pitches New Subscribers With $33 Live TV Package That Includes HBO Max, Discovery+ and AMC+
With its popular $25/month “Essential” package, Philo has long been one of the best values in streaming, when it comes to OTT television. Subscribers get access to more than 70 live TV channels and 130+ on-demand streaming channels for the under-$30 price point, with the
China’s clean tech exports jump as Iran war spurs demand
Manufacturers are seeking alternative sources amid a shortage of traditional supplies.
Hong Kong fire victims scour scorched homes for keepsakes
HONG KONG, April 20 - Victims of Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades began government-supervised visits to their ravaged former homes on Monday for the first time since the November blaze, looking to retrieve personal items that might have survived.
US begins Philippines war games in thick of Middle East conflict
They are joined for the first time by a significant contingent of Japanese forces.
Pope Leo, Vance seek to mend fences after Trump feud
Pope Leo XIV and Vice President Vance on Saturday both said the presumed feud with President Trump was misinterpreted. “There’s been a certain narrative that has not been accurate in all of its aspects, but because of the political situation created when, on the first day of