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Europe Today: Iran war intensifies as Trump signals prolonged fight

Watch Europe Today as we bring you the latest developments and reactions to day four of the Iran war. Live from 8 am Brussels time.

Malaysia PM Anwar says panel probing graft chief will submit report soon

He said it too early to decide on the need for a Royal Commission of Inquiry into allegations.

Superintelligence is already here and now

People argue back and forth about when artificial superintelligence will arrive. The truth is that it’s already here. Go back a hundred years, and the popular notion of “intelligence” would probably include things like calculating speed and memorization. Then we invented

Trump hosts Germany's Merz against backdrop of Iran strikes, tariff threats

By Andrea Shalal and Andreas Rinke WASHINGTON, March 3 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump hosts German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the White House on Tuesday for talks on sensitive topics ranging from U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran to Trump's new tariff threats and the

Netanyahu says US-Israel war on Iran 'not going to take years'

March 3 (Reuters) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he expected the war against Iran was "not going to take years", as the conflict widened with Israel attacking Iran-backed Hezbollah targets in Lebanon and Iran hitting Gulf states that host U.S. bases. U.S.

Strong quake hits off Indonesia's Sumatra island

Setback for Anwar: Bid to separate powers of Attorney General and public prosecutor delayed

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim reform bid faces setbacks, including a bid to cap the prime minister's term to 10 years.

Airline ticket prices soar on Asia-Europe routes after Gulf airport closures

Airline websites showing tickets on many popular routes booked out for days.

Why the Middle East crisis will have a 'negligible' impact on the war in Ukraine

Russia has been wreaking havoc on Ukraine for years with the Iranian-designed Shahed kamikaze drone, but Iran's current troubles will not dent Moscow's ability to send barrages of the drone toward Ukrainian targets.

Commission opens in-depth state aid investigation into Romania's amended restructuring plan for CE Oltenia

The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation to assess whether Romania's proposed amendments to power company CE Oltenia's restructuring plan are in line with EU state aid rules. In January 2022 the Commission conditionally approved Romanian restructuring aid of

China votes to oust three generals from political advisory body

Helicopter crash kills two in Philippines

The helicopter was carrying five people, including two Malaysians.

Oil extends gains after new Iran threat to Gulf shipping

It comes after prices surged on Monday and as the US is set to announce plans to deal with the rising cost of energy.

‘Normal was left in the dust’: El Niño may return this year and make the planet even hotter

El Niño could fuel extreme weather and raise temperatures to record highs this year, but how sure can we be that it will return?

Latest news bulletin | March 3rd, 2026 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 3rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

One year after Northvolt’s bankruptcy, Swedish green tech says it isn’t dead yet

Europe is betting big on green tech for energy independence. But can the continent afford another Northvolt?

From New York basement to global success

They’re one of the most innovate bands around and, now, a Belgian audience will be treated to an all-too-rare appearance. Postmodern Jukebox has amassed over 2.2 billion YouTube views and 6.4 million YouTube subscribers since its launch in 2011. The band, also known as Scott

Anupam Kher Preps Varanasi-Set Film in Spirit of ‘Saaransh,’ Bows ‘Tanvi the Great’ on Prime Video (EXCLUSIVE)

Indian thespian Anupam Kher is developing a new film set in Varanasi that echoes the themes of his 1984 breakthrough “Saaransh” while unveiling his latest directorial effort “Tanvi the Great” for its global streaming premiere on Prime Video March 3. “I’m working on a story

Malaysia PM tells parliament of plot to destabilise government

KUALA LUMPUR, March 3 - Malaysia's prime minister said a suspect in an alleged plot to topple the government had engaged an international public relations firm to launch a coordinated attack aimed at undermining national institutions before the next election.

Malaysia PM Anwar tells parliament of plot to destabilise government

He said the plot began in August 2024 and was to run till the next general election, due by 2028.

Chinese social media giant bans female Uyghur comic over marriage jokes - sparks backlash

The female stand-up comedian "stirred up gender conflicts and created anxiety over marriage and childbirth … and was banned", read a statement by Chinese social media giant Weibo.

Know when to fold them: the tech inspired by origami

Origami techniques can add strength to structures without adding bulk.

Thailand seeks arrest of foreigner accused of $30m cross-border fraud

Thai authorities accused Ben Smith and his wife of “cross-border investment fraud” dating back to 2016.

Analysis-Attack on Iran could buoy Trump in talks with China's Xi

WASHINGTON/BEIJING, March 3 (Reuters) - The U.S. military campaign against Iran has put Chinese leader Xi Jinping on the back foot ahead of an expected summit with U.S. President Donald Trump, who for the second time in as many months has turned America's military against one

The little town making nearly all of China's lanterns

A remarkable 80% of the country's lanterns are still made by hand in one small town in Hebei Province.

Jon Stewart Slams Trump For Keeping Press in the Dark About Iran War: ‘Our Bombs Are Now Smarter Than Our President’

On this week’s episode of “The Daily Show,” Jon Stewart went after President Donald Trump for keeping the press in the dark about his goal with America’s newly started war with Iran. “Now, the interesting thing about this war, which just started, was that it was clearly a long

Africa: Housing Activist Killed in South Africa

[HRW] Conduct Prompt and Thorough Investigation; Ensure Accountability

Africa: East Africa Joins Forces to Bridge Vaccine Gap, Fortify Health Security

[New Times] Determined to reduce reliance on imported medicines and better prepare for future pandemics, East Africa is strengthening regional collaboration to boost health security and accelerate local production of vaccines and other critical health products.

Indian airlines to resume limited Middle East flights

Africa: Adwa Victory Marked As Day That 'Broke the Dark Sky Over Africa,' Says Prime Minister Abiy

[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has described the Victory of Adwa as the day "the sun broke through a sky that had been dark for all of Africa and Black people," underscoring its historic and symbolic significance.

Africa: Truecaller Rolls Out Advertising Services in Kenya, South Africa

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Global communications platform Truecaller has introduced advertising services in Kenya and South Africa as it expands its footprint across Africa.

Tiny Purgatorius fossils in Denver Basin hint at early primate spread southward

New minuscule fossils of Purgatorius, the earliest-known relative of all primates—including humans—have been unearthed in a more southern region of North America than ever before, and the breakthrough is providing paleontologists with fresh clues about evolution. The work

Blasts in Kabul amid Afghan border battles with Pakistan

The Afghan defence ministry said "the fighting is still ongoing" against Pakistani forces.

Attack on Iran could buoy Trump in talks with China's Xi

WASHINGTON/BEIJING, March 3 - The U.S. military campaign against Iran has put Chinese leader Xi Jinping on the back foot ahead of an expected summit with U.S. President Donald Trump, who for the second time in as many months has turned America's military against one of

Taiwan says it hopes Iran's people can soon enjoy freedom and democracy

TAIPEI, March 3 (Reuters) - Taiwan supports the international community's efforts to help Iran's people pursue freedom and democracy and hopes that they can enjoy these things soon, the island's foreign ministry said on Tuesday, offering its backing to the U.S. and Israel.

Pokémon Pokopia release time in your time zone on Switch 2

We break down Pokémon Pokopia Switch 2 release times around the world and explain what Pokopia pre-order bonuses you get if you purchase early.

Modern twist on wildfire management methods has a bonus feature that protects water supplies

Wildfires are among the most economically costly natural disasters and are becoming more severe and frequent due to global warming. The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction estimates that global damage from wildfires was on average $106 billion per year between

Taiwan says it hopes Iran’s people can soon enjoy freedom and democracy

Taiwan also condemns Iran’s recent “indiscriminate military attacks".

Africa: African Leaders Call for Restraint, Dialogue As Iran Crisis Intensifies

[RFI] Leaders on the African continent have called for "restraint" after the attacks launched by the United States and Israel on Iran at the weekend. While some support Tehran's right to self defence, others have denounced a violation of international law which threatens the

Africa: Biometric IDs Are Being Rolled Out in Africa. Study Reveals the Risks and Pitfalls

[The Conversation Africa] Across Africa, governments are introducing digital systems that use individuals' unique physical measurements to identify them. These systems collect citizens' biometric and personal data and use it to give people access to essential public services

Trump says Iran war could last four to five weeks, but could go 'far longer'

US President Donald Trump said the US campaign against Tehran has 'the capability to go far longer, as the Iran war entered its fourth day. Follow our live blog.

China’s overstretched healthcare looks to AI boom

Healthcare app AQ, or Afu in Chinese, now has more than 1,000 expert digital doubles.

Texas Gov. Abbott warns Iranian ‘sleeper cells’ must be taken ‘seriously’

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) on Monday warned that the possibility of Iranian “sleeper cells” is being “seriously” evaluated in the Lone Star state. Sleeper cells are foreign actors who live under the radar until called on to carry out a mission or attack. In Texas, federal

Spiders are ‘fundamental’ for planetary health – so why are they forgotten in conservation efforts?

Almost 90% of insects and arachnids lack conservation status in the US, a new study reveals.

Netanyahu says war against Iran may take 'some time', but not years

By Kanishka Singh and Ismail Shakil WASHINGTON, March 2 (Reuters) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday that the U.S. and Israel's war against Iran may take "some time" but it will not take years. The U.S. and Israeli air war ⁠against ​Iran began with