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New urban air quality modelling of ‘road dust’ and ‘street canyons’ could help address harmful impacts of road traffic, says Polish study
To tackle urban air pollution, we need to understand the sources of harmful emissions. A new modelling approach tested in Warsaw could help better distinguish between emissions from traffic and heating. Urban air quality is a considerable global concern due to population
Clothing bank faces closure as donations fall
Clothing Coventry has been operating since 2020, and needs £50,000 a year to keep the doors open.
CK Hutchison says Panama Canal port workers removed after court-ordered takeover
HONG KONG/PANAMA CITY, Feb 24 - Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison said on Tuesday Panama authorities had threatened its employees with criminal prosecution if they defied orders to leave two strategic canal ports at the centre of a legal battle that has embroiled Beijing and
Japan’s ‘Traitor Takaichi’ hit with online smear campaign using fake accounts
Using AI-generated images and simplified Chinese characters, a network of 3,000 fake accounts reportedly tried to sway Japan’s election.
Trump’s controversial pick for Malaysia envoy ousted – a career diplomat is coming instead
Critics say Mr Adams’ exit clears the way for an envoy who understands Malaysia’s cultural complexities.
Robert Carradine, ‘Revenge of the Nerds’ and ‘Lizzie McGuire’ Star, Dies at 71
Robert Carradine, an American actor best known for his roles in the 1984 comedy film “Revenge of the Nerds” and the 2001 Disney Channel original series “Lizzie McGuire,” has died. He was 71. Hilary Duff, who played Carradine’s titular on-screen daughter in “Lizzie McGuire,”
US ‘leading the fight’ against South-east Asian scam compounds, FBI official says
He said Chinese organised crime syndicates are targeting Americans with scams “every day”.
Bowen: Why Ukraine remains defiant and does not feel close to defeat
This month marks four gruelling years since the full‑scale invasion began and a genuine ceasefire still feels far from assured
Russian soldiers tell BBC they saw fellow troops executed on commanders' orders
Four men expose the horror and brutality of conditions in the Ukraine war, with two saying they saw soldiers being shot for refusing orders.
Number of zero-hours contracts hits record high ahead of crackdown
There has been a 181,000 increase in the number of zero-hours contracts since Labour was elected.
Would you ride in a driverless taxi? AI-powered robotaxis are being tested in London
Supporters of the tech argue that autonomous vehicles could help reduce accidents caused by human error, but London’s iconic black cab drivers remain sceptical.
Latest news bulletin | February 24th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 24th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
'Groundbreaking' model can calculate true impact of climate change and it’s bad news for Europe
Researchers have created a new mathematical solution to analyse how emission-intensive actors are responsible for increasing climate damage.
Looking to book a multi-city break in Scandinavia? This new rail route will link Malmö to Oslo
This summer, rail operator Snälltåget will launch a daily daytime service between Sweden and Norway, with on-board dining and onward links to Berlin.
From NASA to the rugby pitch: Could this new material make contact sport safer for young players?
The material stays soft and flexible during normal play but stiffens instantly on impact to absorb energy, potentially lowering the force transferred to the brain.
Reform mayor courted US oil and gas executive about fracking in UK
Exclusive: Documents show Andrea Jenkyns asked how she could help firm after major gas find in Lincolnshire Lincolnshire’s Reform party mayor, Dame Andrea Jenkyns, has courted the head of an American oil and gas dynasty in the hope of bringing fracking to the county, the
What do Europeans think about taxing the rich and large multinational companies?
Euronews Business takes a closer look at what Europeans think about a minimum wealth tax on the richest individuals, and a minimum tax on large multinationals in the countries where they operate.
Norway study reveals how hospital sewage is spreading antimicrobial resistance
Researchers use genetic techniques to analyze sewage samples from hospitals in the Scandinavian country, demonstrating that effluent contains both known and previously unknown antibiotic-resistant genes. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when microorganisms – bacteria,
Thousands of troops deployed to end clashes in Mexico over death of drug lord 'El Mencho'
Mexican security forces kept up their battle with cartel gunmen following the killing of the country's most powerful drug lord, which sparked a surge in violence and left more than 70 people dead.
Russia investigating Telegram founder Durov as part of criminal case, Rossiyskaya Gazeta reports
MOSCOW, Feb 24 - Russia is investigating Telegram founder Pavel Durov as part of a criminal case on the \"facilitation of terrorist activities\", state-run newspaper Rossiyskaya Gazeta reported, citing the Federal Security Service (FSB).
After China, India is next on Canada’s foreign policy reset agenda
Ottawa is seeking deeper engagement with key regional powers amid a shifting geopolitical landscape.
Malaysian actress Amyza Aznan loses son to cancer; second child also battling disease
Her eldest son died after a year-long battle with stage three lung cancer.
Taiwan rattled by 5.6 magnitude quake, no reports of damage
The quake briefly shook buildings in the capital, Taipei. According to Taiwan's weather administration, the quake had a depth of 66.8km.
Various foreign ministers condemn Israel over West Bank moves, statement says
ISTANBUL, Feb 24 (Reuters) - The foreign ministers of Brazil, France, Spain, Turkey and various other states condemned Israeli decisions that they said introduce sweeping extensions to unlawful Israeli control over the West Bank. "Changes are wide-ranging, reclassifying
Australian gynaecologist accused of unneeded surgeries on women
Complaints about the doctor had been lodged by patients and clinicians over five years.
Jon Stewart Calls FBI Director Kash Patel a ‘Make-a-Wish Man’ for Celebrating Gold Medal Win With USA Hockey Team
On this week’s episode of “The Daily Show,” Jon Stewart covered the Right’s enthusiastic response to the United States’ hockey victory over Canada at the Olympics and poked fun at FBI Director Kash Patel for joining Team USA in the locker room for the celebration. At the top of
5.6-magnitude earthquake rattles Taiwan, no reports of damage
The quake had a depth of 66.8km, with the epicentre located 16.9km from Taipei.
Japan seeks to minimise impact of new US tariffs, officials say
Tokyo does not want to rock the boat ahead of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s US visit in March.
Russia supplying Iran new missile might for a US war
Having seen its high-end air defenses shredded in last year’s war, Iran is now signaling a shift toward a cheaper, more survivable way of blunting future US and Israeli pressure. This month, the Financial Times reported that Iran has secretly agreed to a roughly US$591 million
U.S. Olympic Hockey Heroics Spurring Tickets Sales for NHL Games Online
There was more than a gold medal on the line following Team USA’s overtime win over Canada in the 2026 Winter Olympics hockey final: new data shows the U.S.’ historic hockey victory also led to a spike in ticket sales for regular season hockey games online. Team USA defeated
Giant tortoises are returning to this Galápagos island nearly 150 years after they went extinct
Rangers have released 158 juvenile hybrid tortoises on Floreana to restore the island's ecosystem.
Africa: Can African Penguins Be Brought Back From the Brink? Better Designed No-Fishing Zones Could Help
[The Conversation Africa] South Africa is home to 88% of the world's colonies of African penguins (Spheniscus demersus). The species is classified as Critically Endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. This means there is a high risk the birds could go
US ambassador to France barred from government access after failing to show up for summons
France's Foreign Ministry had summoned US Ambassador Charles Kushner to explain comments made by the Trump administration about the killed far-right activist Quentin Deranque.
Seven killed in air ambulance crash in India's Jharkhand state
NEW DELHI, Feb 24 - All seven people on board a Beechcraft air ambulance that crashed in the Indian state of Jharkhand on Monday were killed, officials said on Tuesday, including two crew members, the patient and his relatives.
Warner Bros. Discovery Likely to Take New Paramount Skydance Offer Under Review While Still Recommending Netflix Pact to Shareholders
Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance leaders spent a busy week in negotiations, and now the WBD board is likely to tell shareholders before the market opens on Tuesday that it is taking the bid under review while still recommending the Netflix transaction that is up
Taiwan parliament to discuss stalled special defence budget next week
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te last year proposed the budget to counter China, which has ramped up military pressure to force the island to accept its claim of sovereignty.
Yen to decide if Japan’s ‘iron lady’ is steely or rusty
When handling domestic political affairs, it can be harder for a prime minister to govern with a large parliamentary majority than with a small one, because discipline becomes difficult to impose on one’s own party. But when it comes to foreign affairs, there can be no doubt
Taiwan Parliament to discuss stalled special defence budget next week
There is now an agreement to schedule discussion on the government’s proposal on March 6.
French airports call for suspension of EES rollout to avoid ‘risky’ summer travel chaos
Airline groups say immediate action is required to combat 'chronic border control understaffing' and 'unresolved technology issues'.
State Department receives hundreds of calls on 24/7 crisis hotline for US citizens in Mexico
The State Department said it received hundreds of calls from U.S. citizens in Mexico to its 24/7 crisis hotline after the government killed a cartel leader known as “El Mencho,” CNN reported Monday. Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel,
Scientists reverse muscle aging in mice and discover a surprising catch
A UCLA study in mice reveals that aging muscle stem cells accumulate a protein that slows repair but boosts survival. This protein, NDRG1, acts like a brake, preventing cells from activating quickly after injury. When researchers blocked it in older mice, muscle healing sped up
Malaysia cracks down on unsafe express buses, including to Singapore. Is it enough?
After a string of serious crashes involving long-distance buses in recent years, Malaysia is pulling out the stops to improve safety and convenience for passengers.
Adam Pally to Star as ‘Eccentric American Billionaire’ in New Zealand-Based Comedy Series ‘The Sanctuary’
“Happy Endings” and “The Mindy Project” star Adam Pally has been cast as the lead in “The Sanctuary,” an upcoming comedy series from L.A.-based producers Happy Accidents and New Zealand’s Kevin & Co., as well as Warner Bros. Discovery’s New Zealand division. In “The Sanctuary,”
Malaysian actress Amyza Aznan's eldest son dies at 23 one year after lung cancer diagnosis
Andre Mikhail died on Monday (Feb 23) evening, days after the Malaysian actress shared that her second son, Adrian Adam, had been diagnosed with bone cancer.
Probe under way after illness kills 72 tigers in Thai tourist park
Authorities said samples showed canine distemper virus, but have not confirmed where it came from.
Jillian Michaels on Trump, RFK Jr. defense of pesticide: 'Devastating'
Health and wellness expert Jillian Michaels on Monday rebuked President Trump’s executive order approving the use of a controversial pesticide, describing the move as "devastating." "This is actually devastating; it is not a conspiracy theory that glyphosate is linked to
Taiwan seeks US assurances tariff deal terms will not change
Preferential tariff treatment for Taiwan’s semiconductor exports already agreed with the US will not change.
Trump Organization unveils plan for 'Australia's tallest building'
The tower will be built on Queensland's Gold Coast and be 335 metres high, taller than the Shard in London.
