European Commission presents intergenerational fairness strategy
"We must not leave any generation behind", European Commissioner Glenn Micallef said.
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EU health chief warns obesity is a growing threat to Europe’s health care systems
Marking World Obesity Day, European Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare Olivér Várhelyi warned that rising obesity rates are becoming a major challenge for Europe’s health systems, economies and societies. In a message shared on social media, Várhelyi stressed that
US and Venezuela to reestablish diplomatic relations after Maduro's ouster
The US and Venezuela have decided to restore diplomatic ties after nearly a decade, aiming for a peaceful democratic transition and closer cooperation on mining and oil, according to the US State Department.
Epstein files: Why does the Dalai Lama's name appear 169 times?
The internationally sensational Epstein scandal continues to unfold, with an increasing number of political and business figures, including religious leaders, appearing on the list – writes Vincent Verdonck. Recently, several international media outlets, including India's
Azerbaijan says it is evacuating its diplomats from Iran for their own safety
BAKU, March 6 - Azerbaijan is evacuating its diplomats from Iran for their own safety, Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov said on Friday, a day after Baku said four Iranian drones had crossed its border and injured four people in the Nakhchivan exclave.
Honor’s new ‘robot phone’ wants to be your best AI friend and dance with you
Honor unveils a phone with a robotic arm — and a humanoid robot to match at MWC 2026.
Lack of notice about Iran strikes and defense help frustrates some Gulf nations, AP sources say
State officials have said their leadership is growing discontent about the way the Trump administration is handling the war effort, particularly its preferential defense of Israel relative to its allies in the Gulf
US labels Anthropic a supply chain risk in clash over military AI use
The Trump administration’s unprecedented move against Anthropic over AI safeguards is forcing government contractors to reconsider their use of the company’s chatbot Claude.
Europe must urgently boost missile production, EU defence chief warn, as global demand soars
Some 800 US-made missiles have been used in three days across the Middle East, more than Ukraine has made use of over the four winter months.
Blanket evacuation orders in Lebanon raise international law concerns, says UN human rights chief
By Olivia Le Poidevin GENEVA, March 6 (Reuters) - Large-scale evacuation orders issued by the Israeli army for southern Lebanon and Beirut's southern suburbs raise serious concerns under international law, the U.N. human rights chief said on Friday. "These blanket, massive
Africa: Serec Warns of Risk Posed By Us-Iran Tension for African Maritime
[Vanguard] The Sea Empowerment and Research Center, SEREC, has warned that African maritime nations face heightened economic and security challenge due to the escalating tensions between the United States and Iran.
The 'Great Texas Freeze' killed thousands of purple martins: Biologists worry recovery could take decades
Thousands of birds, including beloved purple martins, died in "The Great Texas Freeze" of 2021. A study published in Nature Ecology & Evolution led by biologists at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, reveals not only the extent of the die-off—up to 27% of the birds'
‘Hex’ Appeal: Doc Brings the Noise, Following the Rise of Female Black Metal Band Witch Club Satan
Maja Holand's doc, getting its international premiere at Thessaloniki on Friday before heading to Copenhagen, shows three Norwegian women, who don't know how to play music, form a coven and scream their way to major festivals.
Trump Press Sec Tirade Takes Truly Weird Turn as GOP Iran Angst Spikes
This week, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt lashed out at a reporter and accused the media of trying to make Donald Trump “look bad.” The occasion was a question about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who had previously accused the media of the same. What’s truly
Tim Sweeney muzzled, Highguard crumbles, and the slow demise of Bluepoint - Patch Notes #43
Plus: Unity blocks asset publishers in China and Paramount (sort of) acknowledges WB Games.
Putrajaya 30 years on: The capital that never quite replaced Kuala Lumpur
Find out why Putrajaya has become a paradox decades after its founding.
Brit YouTuber KSI Making Docuseries About Takeover of Lower League Soccer Club Dagenham & Redbridge FC (EXCLUSIVE)
British YouTuber KSI is taking a leaf out of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s book and making a docuseries charting his purchase of a struggling lower league U.K. soccer club. Earlier this week, the influencer and “Britain’s Got Talent” judge — real name Olajide Olatunji —
Five EU countries team up to build return hubs outside Europe
Germany, the Netherlands, Austria, Denmark and Greece are working together to build so-called facilities outside Europe to host irregular migrants who arrive in their territory, a sign of growing momentum for a contentious project.
Lenders lift mortgage rates as Iran war hits borrowing costs
Nationwide, HSBC and Coventry Building Society are all putting some mortgage rates up.
Republicans confront the massive cost of Trump’s Middle East war
The prospect of a ballooning new spending bill has GOP leaders bracing for a messy internal fight.
How a woman got a sexist Malaysian billboard taken down – and how to stop more from appearing
A doctor's viral post shows one complaint can work. Here's how to file one.
Iran war chokes aid corridors, obstructing global relief efforts
By Olivia Le Poidevin and Emma Farge GENEVA, March 6 (Reuters) - Key humanitarian air, sea and land routes are being constricted by disruption from the war in the Middle East, delaying life-saving shipments to some of the world's worst crises, 10 aid officials have told
Euronews Culture's Film of the Week: 'The Bride!’ - MOTHERF*%#ING geometry
Following Guillermo del Toro’s stunning take on Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” last year, here comes the bride...
Are European women closing the leadership gender gap?
Most EU countries have seen a rise in the number of women in managerial positions since 2014, but three states have registered a decrease.
Indonesia to restrict social media access for children under 16, minister says
JAKARTA, March 6 - Indonesia will restrict access to social media platforms for children under 16, its communications and digital ministry said on Friday, making it the latest country to install online guardrails to reduce the risks of addiction and cyberbullying.
Fluorescent imaging reveals how a global parasite develops, opening new paths for drug treatment
It infects nearly one-third of the global population, yet its microscopic size makes the parasite difficult for scientists to study. That parasite is Toxoplasma gondii, a widespread organism that infects humans and animals. To better understand how it functions, infectious
Japanese film director jailed for 8 years for sexual assualt
Hideo Sakaki pleaded not guilty and appealed the March 6 ruling.
Malaysia can maintain RON95 petrol price for up to two months, says PM Anwar
He noted that the 200 vessels currently stuck at the Strait of Hormuz will have an effect on trade.
Watch Jimmy Fallon Pay Tribute to Stephen Colbert Ahead of ‘Late Show’ Ending
"CBS, they said you're through/ And now it's down to just to two Jimmys," Fallon sang to his fellow host
US offers India 30-day waiver to buy stranded Russian oil amid Iran war shocks
The United States has issued a temporary 30-day waiver allowing Indian refiners to purchase Russian crude oil currently stranded at sea, as disruptions from the Iran conflict threaten global energy supplies.
€400 million in EU funding approved to help Greece achieve net zero emissions
The funding will support strategic investments that increase clean technology capacity.
Pakistani, Afghan border forces clash as UN says war displaces 100,000
KABUL, March 6 - Pakistani and Afghan troops exchanged fire at dozens of points along their border on Friday as the U.N. said their week-old conflict has forced the displacement of more than 100,000 people.
Extensive destruction in Beirut's southern suburbs following Israeli strikes
Israeli air strikes left behind massive destruction in Beirut's southern suburbs on Friday morning, with the Israeli military saying it had destroyed Hezbollah targets. The attacks came after the Israeli military issued an unprecedented evacuation warning for the area, which is
Indonesia to ban social media access for under-16s
The ban will be introduced in stages “until all platforms fulfil their compliance obligations”.
CK Hutchison steps up legal push as Panama moves to seize ports
March 6 - Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison said on Friday it has escalated its legal fight in Panama after the government seized its port operations, petitioning for a review of the decree behind the takeover.
Indonesia to ban social media access for under-16s: Minister
"The government is stepping in so that parents no longer have to fight alone against the giants of the algorithm," said Communications Minister Meutya Hafid.
Ukraine accuses Hungary of seizing bank convoy carrying gold, cash and staff
Kyiv accuses Hungarian authorities of kidnapping seven employees of Ukraine's Oschadbank, together with a large amount of cash and gold. A fresh escalation in a bitter diplomatic feud between Orbán and Zelenskyy.
UK: Crufts opens in Birmingham with more than 20,000 dogs
Crufts opens in Birmingham with more than 20,000 dogs and record overseas entries, as handlers compete for the coveted Best in Show title.
Late-Night Hosts Celebrate Trump’s Firing of Kristi Noem: ‘Deport Her to El Salvador’
"I think I speak for all of us when I say we wish Kristi luck in her brand new, completely made up job," Jimmy Kimmel said
India’s tech state Karnataka bans social media for children under 16
India is the world's second-biggest smartphone market with 750 million devices and a billion internet users.
Podcast: From Brussels to Iran — celebrations and struggles this International Women’s Day
How are Iranian women coping with the conflict? Is the EU doing enough for gender equality?
Union of Skills: One year of concrete action to keep Europe competitive
5 March 2026 marks the first anniversary of the Union of Skills, a flagship initiative to make Europe more competitive. As Europe’s economy transforms through the green and digital transitions, skills are a decisive factor for competitiveness, innovation and resilience. The
Berlinale crisis: Golden Bear winner İlker Çatak warns of possible German government ‘censorship'
İlker Çatak, who won this year's top prize at the Berlin Film Festival for this political drama 'Yellow Letters', warns of the consequences of adopting a potential code of conduct for the Berlinale. "We would have to call it what it is: censorship.”
Body parts found on Bali beach belonged to kidnapped Ukrainian tourist: Indonesian police
Police say the motive for the crime is still under investigation.
Hong Kong pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai will not appeal conviction
Lai was convicted and sentenced to 20 years in jail last month on charges for sedition and collusion with foreign forces.
