Women secretly filmed, then ridiculed and abused online

Women in Kenya and Ghana tell the BBC about being approached by a Russian man who later posts videos of them without their consent.

Transgender women athletes banned from competing in female Olympic events in new IOC policy

The IOC announced the ban on Thursday after its executives voted to adopt the new policy. The ruling now means transgender women, as well as women with select rare medical conditions, are no longer eligible to compete in female categories, effective from the 2028 LA games.

'It is likely that we will return to Spain in two years': Latin Grammy Awards prepares to return

In an interview with Euronews, Manuel Abud, director of the Latin Recording Academy predicts the award show will be held in Spain again in the next two years discusses his belief that Latin artists no longer need to sing in English to succeed.

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TaiwanPlus Strikes U.S. Distribution Deal With GoldenTV (EXCLUSIVE)

TaiwanPlus and GoldenTV have entered a programming partnership that will see Taiwanese content made available through GoldenTV’s cable and streaming operations in the U.S. TaiwanPlus will supply a selection of its programming to GoldenTV’s distribution network, with the aim of

How country music has hit the right note as an international travel trend

‘Music City’ Nashville will soon welcome a new Dolly Parton hotel while a country music-themed cruise will set sail in Europe next year.

Ex-rapper Shah sworn in as Nepal prime minister after sweeping election win

KATHMANDU, March 27 - Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah was sworn in as prime minister of Nepal on Friday, tasked with restoring political stability and creating jobs in the poor Himalayan nation long troubled by fragile governments and weak growth prospects.

Will the energy crisis hit global economy harder than Covid?

Despite reports of negotiations between the US and the Iranian regime, the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed to most oil tankers, with only a small number of vessels being allowed to pass. The result is a loss of roughly 11 million barrels per day (mbd) of oil and

Commission chief hails ‘mateship’ with Australia

A new trade deal between the EU and Australia has been hailed as an “important” step towards strengthening economic ties between the two sides. MEPs say the trade agreement with a like-minded partner “reinforces” Europe’s global trade network. The deal was welcomed by The

Belarus's Lukashenko gifts assault rifle to North Korea's Kim Jong Un

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un exchange gifts during Lukashenko's visit to Pyongyang. Lukashenko presents an assault rifle and traditional Belarusian products, while Kim Jong Un gifts a sabre, an ornate vase, and a gold

How Hezbollah could exploit the Iran-Lebanon rift to regain influence

The decision to expel Iran's ambassador in Beirut threatens to create a crisis in Tehran's regional 'ring of fire' and paralyze the already weak Lebanese government. As long as diplomatic steps are frozen, Hezbollah can again dictate moves by force of arms

Nepal’s first woman PM Sushila Karki returns to retirement

Picking up Nepal in tumultuous times, Ms Sushila Karki became its first female prime minister.

Europe Today: Rubio joins crucial G7 talks in France as Iran war set to dominate second day

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.

Dubai hit by heavy overnight rain as floods snarl traffic and flights

Heavy overnight rain flooded Dubai roads, stranding cars and disrupting commutes, as authorities warn of more storms and airport delays in the UAE.

Sri Lanka jails man for hoarding four litres of fuel

He was charged with hoarding petrol and trying to sell it on the black market.

Singapore denies Malaysian scholar entry, calling her 'undesirable visitor'

Fadiah Nadwa Fikri urged some in Singapore to "adopt her brand of radical advocacy", authorities say.

Senate agrees to end shutdown for most of DHS

The House could act as soon as Friday to reopen most parts of the sprawling agency.

UAE willing to join international force to reopen Strait of Hormuz, FT reports

March 27 (Reuters) - The United Arab Emirates has told the U.S. and other Western allies it would participate in a multinational maritime taskforce to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the Financial Times reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter. The UAE is trying

Panic buying prompts PM to reassure Australians over fuel supply

Anthony Albanese says nation's supply remains "secure" amid reports of panic buying and shortages.

Cryptocurrencies aiding Iran during war

Since the start of the Middle East conflict, Iran has witnessed massive cryptocurrency flows. Experts say they are being used to circumvent sanctions placed on Iran's Revolutionary Guards as well as a financial safe haven by civilians hit by soaring inflation. AFP examines how

From infrastructure to impact: How data centres power jobs, skills, and tax revenues

There is a growing tension at the heart of Europe’s data centre investment strategy. Across the EU, governments at the local, national, and supranational levels are keen to attract investment and to create the essential computing and storage capacity to drive digitalization and

Russia's Lavrov says US wants to take over Nord Stream gas pipelines

MOSCOW, March 27 - Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said the U.S. has been seeking control over the Nord Stream gas pipelines in the Baltic Sea, which were damaged by mysterious blast in September 2022.

Vietnam police bust multi-billion dollar crypto scam

Trump taps David Sacks for powerful new White House AI, crypto role

President Donald Trump established PCAST through an executive order on Wednesday, aimed at bringing together leading figures in science and technology to advise the president and strengthen US leadership in those fields.

Myanmar travellers ride the rails as fuel prices rise

First class train tickets now cost less than the cheapest bus ticket.

One day a year, pilgrims crowd remote Taiwan temple to dream of divine answers

Pilgrims hope the deities will send them a dream that might offer answers the waking life cannot.

Is Europe sleepwalking into its worst gas crisis since 2022?

European gas prices have surged 70% and storage is running low. Supply disruptions, rising inflation and the prospect of ECB tightening are raising fears of a repeat of the 2022 energy crisis.

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AI tools risk distorting users’ judgment by agreeing too often with them, researchers say

Even a brief interaction with a flattering chatbot could “skew an individual’s judgment,” making people less likely to apologise or attempt to repair relationships, the study found.

This residential cruise allows passengers to live onboard – and bring their furry friends

Fabled Voyages is addressing a ‘key barrier’ to long-term travel, especially as interest in residential cruising grows among retirees, remote workers and long-stay travellers.

Beavers ‘breathe new life’ into Dorset as dams built and biodiversity returns

National Trust says one year after reintroduction they are enriching habitats and may be having kits this summer They were released this time last year with fanfare, much hope and also, perhaps, a little trepidation. Twelve months on, there have been ups and downs for the first

More than 6m vapes and pods discarded weekly in UK despite single-use ban, study finds

Number fell 23% year on year in 2025 but waste companies say recycling systems still under strain from sheer volume More than 6m vapes and vape pods are still being discarded every week in the UK, with waste management companies warning the sheer volume continues to strain

Plastic is Fantastic expands its global movement

The Plastic is Fantastic Association (PiFA) is intensifying its engagement in Asia, strengthening its position as an international platform for fact-based dialogue about plastics. Sandy Lin will take on the role of Cluster Director and will be responsible for the strategic

European country vows to give homeowners ‘free electricity' instead of switching off wind turbines

Europe’s outdated and under-invested energy grid means huge amounts of renewable energy are wasted every year.

How Russia's threat forced Germany to radically rethink its military

Germany once terrorised Europe, but now Europe is welcoming a resurgent German military.

Drought is fuelling antibiotic resistance worldwide, study finds

Drought concentrates antibiotic-resistant microorganisms in soil, raising concerns about the impact of climate change on public health, according to a new study.

Why did China make an unusual abstention from UNSC vote condemning Iran’s Gulf strikes?

China, alongside Russia, abstained from a Mar 11 United Nations Security Council resolution condemning Iran’s strikes on Gulf countries. It had previously backed four rounds of UN sanctions over the Islamic Republic’s nuclear programme between 2006 and 2010.

US boots on the ground looming darkly over Iran

Wars often begin with confidence in distance — through precision strikes, remote control and minimal personnel exposure. It is a familiar American instinct, visible from the early days of the Gulf War to the opening phases of the campaign against ISIS. Air power promises

Miley Cyrus’s ‘Younger You’ Video Hits Hannah Montana Fans With Wave of Nostalgia

"I know your story isn't done, but do you love who you've become?" the star sings on the soaring track

Acid attack on activist becomes battleground in Indonesia’s military-police rivalry

This bodes poorly for the investigation and the future of Indonesia’s democracy.

Japan to double residency period for foreigners seeking citizenship from April 1

The changes were included in comprehensive measures on foreign resident policy compiled in January.

Philippine President Marcos says ASEAN summit will be bare-bones, focus on Middle East war impacts

The meeting will revolve around the issues of oil, food and migration, he said.

Five Guys CEO rewards workers with $1.5M after anniversary deal chaos: ‘We really screwed it up’

The company noted some locations ran out of food, closed early and experienced online ordering issues.

Tech-equipped Indigenous firefighters protect Thai forests

Internet-connected video cameras and drones are used to monitor the area.

This dangerous combo in your body could raise death risk by 83%

Having both excess belly fat and low muscle mass isn’t just unhealthy—it’s potentially deadly, raising the risk of death by 83%. This condition, called sarcopenic obesity, creates a vicious cycle where fat accelerates muscle breakdown and inflammation. Researchers found it can

China stations jets-turned-drones at bases near Taiwan Strait, report says

HONG KONG, March 27 - China has stationed obsolete supersonic fighters converted to attack drones at six air bases close to the Taiwan Strait, according to a new report by the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies.