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Kenya fuel prices rise sharply despite reduction in tax due to Iran war
Diesel prices rise by a record margin despite a reduction in value added tax.
Supporting humanitarian mine action efforts around the world
The European Commission’s Service for Foreign Policy Instruments (FPI) is a major supporter of humanitarian mine action worldwide, helping communities recover from conflict by reducing the threat posed by mines and explosive remnants of war. Globally, FPI has mobilised over
Indonesia orders food companies to label products high in sugar, salt, fat
Items high in fat, salt and sugar content have to be labelled with a red sticker.
Australian pleads guilty to creating deepfake porn in landmark case
The 19-year-old is the first person to be charged under a new national law.
Billy Crystal Announces Broadway Play About the Loss of His Home in L.A. Fires
The one-man show, 860 , will begin previews at the Shubert Theater in October
Papua New Guinea moves to quell soldiers’ protest over alleged corruption
Disgruntled soldiers had set up road blocks in the capital to protest alleged government corruption.
Kanye West postpones France gig until further notice
It comes a week after the UK announced it would block the rapper from entering the country, where he was due to headline a music festival in summer.
Cannes Sets Japan IP Market in Collaboration With Tokyo International Film Festival Content Market
Cannes is set to welcome a Japan IP market at this year’s festival. Cannes market, the film festival’s business hub, is collaborating with Tokyo International Film Festival Content Market (TIFFCOM) on the strategic gathering, which will run from May 15 to 17. The news comes as
Lee Pace reveals how he got into character as Invincible season 4's big villain
The star of Pushing Daisies and Foundation discusses how he prepared to the role and the Viltrumite's similarities to his past roles.
AA and BSM ordered to refund learner drivers for hidden fees
The owner of the driving schools has been fined for failing to disclose fees upfront online.
More than half of Britain’s butterfly species in decline, monitoring scheme shows
Warmer weather has benefited some species in Britain, but others that rely on specific plants or habitats have struggled “Insectageddon” has not occurred, but there has been a loss of butterfly diversity over the past half a century, according to the world’s largest insect
Commission calls for organizations to join Zero Pollution Stakeholder Platform
Applications must be completed by 5 May. The Commission has opened a call for new experts to apply to join the Zero Pollution Stakeholder Platform. The renewed platform will continue to work to achieve the Commission’s zero pollution ambition. Earlier this year, the European
Peru election dispute deepens amid slow ballot count
Peru saw hundreds of protesters gather outside the Electoral Tribunal in Lima on Tuesday 15 April 2026, demanding a rerun of the presidential election after voting disruptions delayed the process.
'A glimer of hope' for Lebanon after talks with Israel, says former French minister
"This is maybe our last chance to start in a good path," says Rima Abdul Malak, the Lebanese-born former France Culture minister. On Tuesday, Lebanon and Israel held first talks in 30 years. The now executive director of L'Orient-Le Jour asks the international community to
A 58-year-old Parisian engineer wins €1m Picasso after buying €100 raffle ticket
Several million euros raised will be donated to the Alzheimer's Research Foundation.
Vietnamese Romance ‘Meet Me at the Eclipse’ Sets North American Theatrical Release After Record Home Box Office (EXCLUSIVE)
Vietnamese romantic drama “Meet Me at the Eclipse” (Hẹn Em Ngày Nhật Thực) will open theatrically across North America on May 8, distributed worldwide by Mockingbird Pictures, following a dominant run at the Vietnamese local box office that has seen it clear $4 million and
Crowds in Bratislava reject Fico plan to scrap overseas voting
Thousands rallied in Bratislava and other cities on Tuesday, 14 April 2026, to oppose Prime Minister Robert Fico’s plan to scrap mail voting for Slovaks abroad, warning it could undermine democratic participation.
We want peace with Israel, Lebanon's economy minister tells Euronews
Lebanon's Economy and Trade Minister, Amer Bisat, told Euronews that his country is tired of war and wants peace with Israel, as direct talks between the two sides took place for the first time in decades.
Hungary's Magyar promises to suspend state media broadcasts, ensure press freedom
BUDAPEST, April 15 - Hungary's election winner Peter Magyar said on Wednesday his government will suspend state media broadcasts, pass a new media law and ensure press freedom after his cabinet takes power.
Oscar-Shortlisted ‘Last Film Show’ Lines Up French Theatrical Run (EXCLUSIVE)
Pan Nalin’s award-winning Gujarati-language drama “Last Film Show” will open in French cinemas on June 10, with Friday Entertainment bringing the picture to more than 100 screens under its French-language title “La Dernière Séance,” following an acquisition from Studiocanal.
Rohingya survivor recounts ordeal as 250 missing in Andaman sea tragedy
DHAKA, April 15 - A Rohingya survivor has recounted a harrowing journey at sea after an overcrowded boat carrying refugees and Bangladeshi nationals capsized in the Andaman Sea, leaving around 250 people missing.
In Annaba, Pope Leo XIV hails Algeria’s small Catholic flock and Saint Augustine
Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass at Annaba’s Basilica of Saint Augustine, highlighting Algeria’s small Catholic community during his symbolic visit.
God in the machine: Would you take advice from an AI Jesus?
From Jesus avatars to Buddhist assistants, AI apps offering spiritual guidance and interaction are gaining popularity, but questions remain over their use and ethics.
Russia ready to help China with energy ahead of Putin's visit, foreign minister says
MOSCOW, April 15 (Reuters) - Russia is ready to increase energy supplies to China ahead of an expected visit by President Vladimir Putin, Russian news agencies quoted Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov as saying on Wednesday at a news conference in Beijing. The agencies quoted
Philippines' national security adviser has resigned, official says
MANILA, April 15 (Reuters) - Philippine National Security Adviser Eduardo Ano has resigned, a Palace official said on Wednesday, and will be replaced by former military chief Eduardo Oban. "The President has accepted the resignation of National Security Adviser Eduardo Ano.
Satellites that breathe? The Spanish space startup that won over NATO
NATO has just invested in Kreios Space, a Spanish startup founded in 2021 by six recent graduates with a single, formerly impossible ambition: to have satellites orbit closer to Earth than ever before.
‘Industrial’ clickbait disinformation targets Australian politics
The accounts publishing AI-generated news are run by mainly users in Vietnam.
Aviation Inclusion Event to mark IDAHOBIT, 18 May 2026
Join the Aviation Inclusion Event to mark IDAHOBIT on 18 May 2026 at 10:00 CEST! On 18 May 2026, EUROCONTROL and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) will co-organise an Aviation Inclusion Event at EUROCONTROL’s headquarters in Brussels, in recognition of the
Giving Graveyard Keeper away for free apparently earned its publisher 'almost 250k'
This is why games have so much DLC.
US Navy leaning on AI to sweep Iran’s Hormuz mines
US military officials said the Navy has begun the process of clearing mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical choke point for global shipping. Iranian forces have deployed a small number of mines in the strait. The move gave the Iranians a means, along with missiles and
Chinese robotaxi companies forge ahead with UAE expansion despite Iran war
Ride-hailing company Didi plans to begin its first overseas robotaxi test in the United Arab Emirates later this year.
Lorne Michaels Wants ‘SNL U.K.’ to Be ‘Smarter and Funnier’ Than U.S. Version: It Should Be the ‘Cooler of the Two Shows’
“Saturday Night Live” creator and longtime producer Lorne Michaels may be involved with recently launched U.K. version of the sketch comedy show, but he insists he’s not too hands-on. “My design for it was that it would be the cooler of the two shows, and it would be the thing
How China’s weapons transfers to Iran have evolved over decades
Chinese arms sales to Iran exploded in the 1980s and have all but vanished in the past decade.
Pakistan PM Sharif to visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkey this week
ISLAMABAD, April 15 (Reuters) - Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkey from April 15 to 18, Islamabad said on Wednesday. (Reporting by Mubasher Bukhari; Editing by Sonali Paul)
Iranian crew members return home from Sri Lanka
COLOMBO, April 15 (Reuters) - Over 200 Iranian crew members from two warships who were rescued by Sri Lanka have been sent back to their homeland, a top official said on Wednesday. Sri Lanka rescued 32 Iranian crew from the warship IRIS Dena on March 4 after it was hit by a
Pact for the Mediterranean delivers as EU unveils first digital initiative for the region
As part of the ongoing strengthened engagement with the Southern Mediterranean partners, the European Commission has launched a digital transformation programme covering North Africa and the Middle East countries. It is the first deliverable in the digital domain under the Pact
Indonesia, France agree to boost defence industry ties
Jakarta had just concluded a defence pact with the US and an oil deal with Russia too.
Europe Today: After historic Israel–Lebanon talks, is a ceasefire within reach?
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.
Thailand expects $1.2 billion revenue as tourists flock to Songkran festival
In Bangkok and central areas, more than 558,000 visitors were recorded at six venues as at April 12.
Trump vs Pope: A US-Vatican rift centuries in the making
Cuba’s deepening crisis has once again pulled the Vatican into a familiar role. In March, it was revealed that Cuban officials turned to the Holy See to help persuade US President Donald Trump to ease the US oil embargo, underscoring the Church’s position as one of the few
UN watchdog says North Korea is boosting nuclear weapons capacity
Pyongyang’s nuclear programme said to be estimated at a few dozen warheads.