Crimson Desert aspires to be Breath of the Wild, but doesn't understand it

Crimson Desert is clearly inspired by The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild, but Pearl Abyss's new game misses the point.

Trying your best in a second language? Here's why native speakers seem so rude

Rudeness, whether real or perceived, can deeply affect cooperation, trust, and workplace culture. But judgments of what we consider rude aren't confined to specific disrespectful words or phrases—they are shaped by the listener's emotional processing, attention to non-verbal

Iran missiles and drones target Saudi Arabia, UAE; Riyadh expels Iranian diplomats

No damage was reported following the attacks. Meanwhile, it was reported on Saturday that a U.S.-operated Patriot air defense battery likely fired the interceptor missile involved in the March 9 explosion, which injured over 30

Chicago transit sues Trump administration over funding freeze

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) sued the Trump administration on Friday for freezing $2.1 billion in funding for multiple infrastructure projects. In a 51-page complaint, the plaintiffs argued the funding pause amounted to “political retaliation” in order to punish

Russia launches first rocket from repaired Baikonur launch pad

MOSCOW, March 22 - Russia launched a Soyuz rocket from a repaired launch pad at its Baikonur cosmodrome in Kazakhstan on Sunday, restoring its capability to fly to the International Space Station for the first time since the launch pad was damaged last year.

The true story of Candy Land and its creator Eleanor Abbott

Candy Land was imagined in a polio ward by Eleanor Abbott and became one of the best-selling board games ever.

Novel approach allows studying the DNA of otters without disturbing them

Studying endangered animal species without disturbing them and disrupting their natural habitat could be highly advantageous, as it would contribute to their protection and prevent unnecessary stress. Conventional methods for studying endangered species and their DNA, however,

Pauline Hanson’s party is ‘here to stay’ after stunning South Australia election showing

One Nation took the second-highest share of votes, but may struggle to translate that into Lower House seats.

Scores hurt after Iranian missiles hit Israeli desert towns

By Alexander Cornwell and Dedi Hayun TEL AVIV/ARAD March 22 (Reuters) - Southern Israeli towns woke to widespread damage on Sunday after air defences failed to intercept two Iranian missiles overnight that injured scores of civilians in one of the worst attacks of the war so

Pope Leo calls war in Middle East a 'scandal' to humanity

VATICAN CITY, March 22 (Reuters) - Pope Leo on Sunday said death and suffering caused by the war in the Middle East are a "scandal to the whole human family", renewing his plea for an immediate ceasefire. As the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran enters its fourth week, the first U.S.

South Korean military halts small firearms drills after stray bullet strikes young girl on playground

Disasters and accidents Related articles 16 March 2026: Boats carrying Kyoto students capsize off Okinawa, fatalities reported 3 January 2026: Residents shelter in place for hours after gas leak outside of Los Angeles 26 December 2025: Mexican Navy medical plane with

War in the Middle East: latest developments

Here are the latest developments in the Middle East war on Sunday: - Netanyahu vow - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to pursue senior commanders of Iran's Revolutionary Guards "personally", during a visit to an Israeli town struck by an Iranian missile the

Belgium remembers Brussels jihadist attacks 10 years on

Belgium on Sunday marked 10 years since 2016 jihadist bombings in Brussels, a trauma that still scars the country and that authorities say sharpened focus on intelligence and counterterrorism. The March 22, 2016 attacks claimed by the Islamic State group left 32 people dead and

Fez 2 was never meant to be, but we didn't need it anyway

Indie sensation Fez was supposed to get a sequel, but it was abruptly canned. Other developers have since stepped in to carry on its legacy.

New metabolic atlas maps how plants take up and process selenium

An estimated 500 million to 1 billion people worldwide are affected by selenium deficiency, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Researchers at Wageningen University & Research (WUR), working with the University of Turin in Italy, have developed a metabolic map

Altered colony chemistry reveals a process that destroys termite societies

Several insect species, including ants, honeybees and termites, live in highly organized societies, also known as social insect colonies. Insects living in these colonies can take on different roles, such as reproducing, maintaining the nest, gathering food or caring for other

Sudan drone attack on key hospital killed 64 people during Eid, WHO says

The strike killed 64 people, including 13 children, two nurses and a doctor, according to the WHO head.

Weight loss drug Ozempic cuts depression, anxiety, and addiction risk

GLP-1 medications like semaglutide (Ozempic) may offer unexpected mental health benefits alongside weight loss. A large study found major drops in depression, anxiety, and psychiatric-related hospital visits among users. Even substance use disorders were significantly lower

12 killed in Bangladesh as train hits bus at unmanned crossing

Five people died on the spot, according to a police official.

SNL UK roasts Trump, Starmer relationship in first episode

The debut episode of “Saturday Night Live U.K.” opened with a dig at the relationship between British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Trump. Starmer, played by George Fouracres, is visibly nervous at calling Trump. In recent days, the president has criticized his

‘She gave her life to protect the richness of Congo’: inside the deadly assault on Upemba wildlife park

Survivors describe how rangers and staff were targeted by an armed group during a raid on DRC’s national park earlier this month Nearby Congolese soldiers had received warnings of the attack in the morning. But the soldiers did not arrive until late in the evening, long after

Weather extremes gripping US bear climate crisis ‘fingerprint’, experts say

There are flooding rains in Hawaii, rare snow in Alabama and a severe heatwave in the west coast Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox The US is experiencing a striking mix of weather extremes this March. Flooding rains in Hawaii , rare

Iran missile hit rocks sense of security in Israel nuclear town

Galit Amir said she thought the presence of a key Israeli nuclear facility on the edge of her hometown Dimona meant it would be well-protected by air defences during the war with Iran. But that sense of security was torn apart Saturday evening when a direct strike by an Iranian

D&D challenge ratings don’t make sense in 5e, and this brutal adventure proved it

After running Faster, Purple Worm! Everybody Dies, one DM learned D&D 5e’s challenge ratings fall apart — even against a Duke of Hell.

Red-state speech laws pose an existential threat to academic freedom

If courts accept the views advanced by Florida and Indiana, legislators could dictate what faculty may say in public university classrooms.

How stress causes an eczema flare up

Scientists have identified the neurons that worsen the condition during stress

Energy bills rise 'inescapable' if prices stay high, says British Gas boss

The boss of Centrica says it is "too early" to speculate but if oil costs continue to rise, homes will be hit.

Why mosquitoes always find you and how they decide to attack

Scientists have finally cracked how mosquitoes decide where to fly—and it’s not by following each other. Instead, each insect independently reacts to visual cues and carbon dioxide, zeroing in on humans when both signals align. Dark colors and CO2 together create the strongest

‘SNL U.K.’ Premieres With Solid Overnight Ratings for Sky

The first-ever edition of “Saturday Night Live U.K.,” which aired from 10 p.m. on pay TV channel Sky One, drew a solid 226,000 viewers. The show, which starred Tina Fey, and also featured Graham Norton, and was overseen by executive producer Lorne Michaels, had a 3.2% share of

Italy votes on high-stakes justice referendum, a key test for Meloni's government

Polling stations opened Sunday in Italy for a two-day referendum on judicial reform.The vote is seen as a key test for Giorgia Meloni's government.

Seven killed in Qatar helicopter crash due to technical malfunction, Qatari and Turkish authorities say

CAIRO, March 22 - Seven people have been killed in a helicopter crash in Qatar's territorial waters, Qatar and Turkey said on Sunday.

Vietnam, Russia to sign energy deal: Hanoi

Vietnam has recently asked for fuel support from several countries.

The Market Has No Idea How Bullish This 'Run-It-Hot' Shift Is

The AI race between China and the U.S. heats up. These stocks could be winners, Bernstein says

Whether China or the U.S. wins the race for artificial intelligence ultimately relies on the ability to power the new technology, according to Bernstein.

Beavers are turning rivers into powerful carbon sinks

Beavers may be unlikely climate heroes, but new research suggests they could play a powerful role in fighting climate change. By building dams and transforming streams into wetlands, these industrious animals dramatically reshape how carbon moves and is stored in landscapes.

Philippines allows temporary use of dirtier fuel amid Middle East crisis

Only vehicles from model year 2015 and earlier, traditional jeepneys, power plants and generators, and the marine and shipping sectors would be allowed to use Euro-II compliant petroleum products.

Buy The Dip: Near 7%-Yielding Blue Chips Getting Way Too Cheap

Trump and Iran trade threats over energy targets as war escalates

By Maayan Lubell, Alexander Cornwell and Idrees Ali TEL AVIV/JERUSALEM/WASHINGTON, March 22 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump and Iran threatened to escalate their war by attacking energy facilities in the Gulf, a potential widening of hostilities which could deepen a

Push packs a rich superhero universe into a single film

The 2009 film starring Chris Evans and Dakota Fanning as psychics is well worth a watch for Stranger Things and X-Men fans

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Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 22nd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Screamer review

A battle cry against samey racers, but Screamer drifts wide of excellence

Obama-era DHS chief says ‘we’ve got to stop with these funding fights’

Former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson on Sunday urged lawmakers to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and pay its employees, which has been in a shutdown for over a month. Johnson, who served under former President Obama, said in an appearance on the “Cats

France local elections: a key test one year before the country's presidential election

One year before Emmanuel Macron’s term ends, parties will be able to gauge their strength in the second round of the local elections, with tight races in major cities, such as Paris, Marseille and Lyon.

Trump and Iran step up threats over energy targets as war escalates

TEL AVIV/JERUSALEM/WASHINGTON, March 22 - U.S. President Donald Trump and Iran threatened to escalate their war by attacking energy facilities in the Gulf, a potential widening of hostilities that could deepen a regional crisis and add to concerns in global markets.

Iran says Hormuz open to all but 'enemy-linked' ships amid U.S. threat

The threat of Iranian attacks during the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has kept most ships from passing through the strait, the conduit for around a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas supplies. Trump threatened to hit Iranian power plants if the strait wasn't opened

TEPCO nuclear plant in central Japan resumes generation, part replaced

Resumption of commercial operation has been postponed until April.

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Iran threatens Middle East infrastructure after Trump ultimatum

Iran threatened on Sunday to attack key infrastructure across the Middle East if US President Donald Trump follows through on his vow to "obliterate" the Islamic republic's power plants unless the Strait of Hormuz swiftly reopens. Iran's defiant response came after its missiles