Lunar crater named after Artemis commander's deceased wife

Artemis astronauts at the outer edge of human space travel had an emotional moment Monday as they proposed to name a crater in honor of the deceased wife of mission commander Reid Wiseman.

As solar costs plummet, fossil fuels are fast becoming the more expensive option

Electrotech has for a long time been out of reach for low-income countries due to higher upfront costs.

Nap like a pro: Sleeping contest at Seoul’s Han River park returns in May

About 170 participants will be chosen through an application process.

Indonesia baby trafficking case: Prosecutors say syndicate sold 34 babies, including 10 to Singapore for up to US$14,000 each

According to court documents, Singaporean adoption papers were prepared for at least 10 babies using fake identities and forged birth certificates.

Russian drone strike on bus stop in central Ukraine kills three and injures 12

The Russian drone targeted a moving bus deliberately as it was pulling in to a stop to allow waiting passengers on board, officials said.

Artemis astronauts pass behind moon, expected communications cut starts

The four Artemis astronauts on a lunar flyby are now unreachable by NASA scientists on Earth, an expected communications blackout anticipated to last some 40 minutes as their spacecraft passes behind the moon.

Laughter, tears: Historic day for astronaut Jenni Gibbons in Houston

Canadian astronaut Jenni Gibbons was at the heart of NASA's control room in Houston on Monday, supporting her Artemis II crewmates remotely during their flight around the moon.

Iran war jeopardizes U.S. global leadership, warns Italian minister

ROME, April 7 (Reuters) - The Iran war has put U.S. global leadership on the line, Italy's Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said, expressing fear about the "madness" of nuclear escalation. Like some other NATO allies reluctant to join U.S. President Donald Trump's attacks on

Between Budapest and Brussels: Péter Magyar’s political tightrope

The leader of Hungary’s opposition Tisza party has prioritised domestic campaigning over his parliamentary duties, at times defying his European Parliament group to appeal to voters while distancing himself from EU figures like Ursula von der Leyen.

Discover Gadsby: The 50,000-Word Novel Written Without Using the Letter E (1939)

“If Youth, throughout all history, had had a champion to stand up for it; to show a doubting world that a child can think; and, possibly, do it practically; you wouldn’t constantly run across folks today who claim that ‘a child don’t know anything.’ ” Ranked alongside the other

Russian strike on Odesa kills three, including child

A Russian overnight attack on Ukraine’s port city of Odesa killed three people, including a child, and left several others injured, authorities said.

Minnie Driver, Luca Pasqualino and Louisa Harland to Lead Heist Thriller Series ‘The Day’ for Paramount+ (EXCLUSIVE)

Paramount+ is adding a heist thriller series to its upcoming British slate and has ordered “The Day” (working title), to be led by Minnie Driver (“Good Will Hunting,” “Emily in Paris”), Luca Pasqualino (“Rivals,” “The Musketeers”) and Louisa Harland (“Renegade Nell,” “Derry

Nepal vows action against trekker rescue scam

Police say some operators have for years orchestrated fraudulent evacuations for insurance payouts.

Scientists say 7 days of meditation can rewire your brain

A single week of intensive meditation and mind-body practices led to measurable changes across the brain and body. Researchers observed improved brain efficiency, boosted immune signaling, and increased natural pain relief chemicals in participants’ blood. The effects even

Thai police seize 1,600kg of drugs hidden under cabbages

The drug trafficking charges carry a maximum sentence of 15 years to life in prison.

Is AGILE, the EU's new pilot, the answer to boosting defence innovation?

AI, drones, cyber tools. The wars in Ukraine and the Middle East show that modern conflict runs on software-driven systems developed in weeks, not years. Can the EU's AGILE programme scale up fast enough to keep pace?

Indonesian couple get 100 lashes each for sex outside marriage

They were caned in a public park with dozens of people watching.

10 Heavily Undervalued Stocks Trading Just Above Their 200-Day Moving Average

Sex and the City Star Kristin Davis urges more empathy for Sudan

American actress Kristin Davis, known for her role as Charlotte in “Sex and the City” tells Euronews' flagship morning show Europe Today about her recent trip to Sudan to mark three years since the beginning of the conflict.

Newsletter: Trump sharpens threatening rhetoric over the Strait of Hormuz

Also in this newsletter: US President JD Vance travels to Hungary to support Viktor Orbán for the general elections. UN Goodwill Ambassador and actress Kristin Davis talks about the war in Sudan.

War in the Middle East: latest developments

The latest developments in the Middle East war: - 'Critical' stage - Iran's ambassador to Pakistan, which is mediating between Iran and the United States, said Tuesday that efforts to end the war were approaching a "critical" stage. "Positive and productive endeavours in Good

Commissioner Dombrovskis hosts Implementation Dialogue on agricultural farm statistics

The Implementation Dialogue on agricultural farm statistics took place in Brussels on 24 March 2026. It featured an open discussion with farmers’ representatives, agricultural businesses and business associations, social partners and national statistical authorities. The aim

Hungarian Easter tradition sees women doused with water in Hollókő

A centuries-old Easter tradition continues in a Hungarian village, where men pour water over women in a ritual rooted in folklore and springtime customs.

This diet could slash cholera infections by up to 100x

A surprising new study reveals that what you eat could play a powerful role in fighting cholera, a deadly diarrheal disease. Researchers found that diets rich in certain proteins—especially casein from dairy and wheat gluten—can dramatically reduce the ability of cholera

Australia's most-decorated living soldier charged over alleged war crimes

Ben Roberts-Smith, who denies all wrongdoing, previously lost a landmark defamation case over the alleged murders.

Nine policemen in India found guilty of murdering father and son in custody

The victims were arrested for allegedly keeping their shop open beyond permitted hours during the pandemic.

Africa: All of Africa Today - April 7, 2026

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UAE tells Euronews ceasefire not enough for Iran war solution, says 'no trust' in Tehran regime

In a briefing to Euronews, the UAE president's diplomatic advisor called for a durable regional security solution beyond a ceasefire with the US as central to the Gulf’s security, as “there is no trust” in the current Iranian regime, but also sees a “more prominent Israeli

Tourism nights booked via platforms hit nearly 1 billion

Between October and December 2025, guests spent 172.3 million nights in short-term rental accommodation in the EU, booked through Airbnb, Booking or Expedia. The total number of guest nights in the last quarter of 2025 increased by 10.9% compared with the same quarter of 2024,

Kanye West backlash escalates in UK as festival organiser defends booking and more sponsors drop out

Wireless Festival organiser has defended the booking of Kanye 'Ye' West for this summer’s headline slot, while more sponsors drop out of the festival, following the example set by Pepsi and Diageo. Questions remain over whether the controversial rapper will be able to enter the

‘Beef’ Actor Hong Dao Leads Vietnamese Folklore Dark Comedy ‘A “Good” Best Luck’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Vietnam’s Mockingbird Pictures is heading to the Beijing International Film Festival with “A ‘Good’ Best Luck,” a dark comedy drama drawing on local spiritual folk traditions. Directed by Khương Ngọc and Tấn Hoàng Thông for VIC.N Studio, the film centers on Tâm, a young

Chinese pigs fed new menu as Beijing weans farmers off US soy

Beijing is moving faster than previously thought to deploy new tech for and promote fermented feed.

Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square Capital Unveils Takeover Bid for Universal Music Group

Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square Capital Management disclosed early Tuesday that a takeover bid for Universal Music Group has been submitted to UMG’s board. The offer includes about $10.9 billion in cash, plus additional stock that pushes the total consideration to about $35 a

India's top court hears challenges to ruling on women's entry into temple

Experts say the court's decision will have far-reaching consequences for women's religious freedoms in India.

Shorter petrol station operating hours among fuel-saving measures being prepped in Thailand

Thailand is eyeing measures to ensure the country retains sufficient oil for domestic use.

Exclusive-Russia supplies Iran with cyber support, spy imagery to hone attacks, Ukraine says

By Tom Balmforth and John Irish LONDON/PARIS, April 7 (Reuters) - Russian satellites have made dozens of detailed imagery surveys of military facilities and critical sites across the Middle East to help Iran strike U.S. forces and other targets, according to a Ukrainian

Part of Jakarta airport terminal’s ceiling caves in after heavy rain

The disruption lasted about five minutes and did not impact flight services.

‘Sholay’ 4K Restoration to Launch New York Indian Film Festival, BAFTA Winner ‘Boong’ Set as Opener (EXCLUSIVE)

BAFTA-winning Manipuri-language film “Boong” has been set as the opening night selection for the 2026 New York Indian Film Festival, which runs May 28–31 in New York City, with a 4K-restored presentation of Bollywood classic “Sholay” leading off the event at a gala preview

What’s on in April?

It is not an April’s Fools to say that in the coming month, Eurostat will release another issue of statistical literacy newsletter, take part in the European Youth Week and organise a mini-webinar on the youth labour market. Here’s what you can expect:   For more information

BNP reform betrayal brewing in Bangladesh

The deliberate lapse of major reform ordinances in Bangladesh may be packaged as procedural housekeeping, but what is unfolding under the newly elected Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government is essentially the dismantling of hard-won reforms meant to prevent the very

First of 7 stranded Malaysian vessels safely transits Strait of Hormuz, says foreign ministry

CNA has reached out to Malaysia’s foreign ministry on the status of the other six ships. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said on Tuesday (Apr 7) that Malaysia's energy supply is expected to be sufficient at least until June this year.

Taiwan opposition leader in China: What you need to know

KMT chairwoman Cheng Li-wun sees her visit as laying the foundation for “peace and stability” with Beijing.

Indian Film Festival of L.A. Reveals Industry Days Lineup, With Netflix, HBO, Universal Among Participating Companies (EXCLUSIVE)

The Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles has unveiled the full program for its third annual Industry Days forum, a two-day event designed to connect South Asian film and television creatives with Hollywood executives and companies. The forum runs April 24-25 at Landmark Sunset

Price of first class stamp rises to £1.80

The rise come as the postal service faces criticism over missing delivery targets.

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson resigns amid losses and regulatory scrutiny, source says

Two S’poreans fined $319 each, given community service orders for littering in JB

The two men disposed cigarette butts in a public area instead of designated bins.

AI, drones, quantum: the EU’s new AGILE plan targets future warfare

The Iran war has become the ultimate testbed for next-generation military technology. Russia’s war on Ukraine laid bare the deadly cost of obsolete arsenals. Artificial Intelligence, drone swarms, and precision systems dictate the outcome of conflicts. Technology is now the

Nature calling: Interest in camping and caravanning grows

As the weather improves and days get longer, the camping and caravanning season kicks off. In 2025, nights spent at camping grounds, recreational vehicle (RV) parks and trailer parks in the EU reached 413 million. While camping and caravanning accounted for just 13.4% of all

Europe Today: Vance rallies behind Orbán in Hungary election campaign’s final week

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