Iranian students renew anti-government protests in Tehran amid a US military buildup
Videos geolocated at universities in Tehran show students chanting "bi sharaf," or "disgraceful" in Farsi, as clashes erupted against supporters of the government.
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American rights to free speech vs. European rights to set their own rules
Europeans and Americans talk past each other while rivals watch. The EU can set its own standards, but in an interconnected economy, decoupling fantasies and grandstanding won’t help.
Pet cats share key cancer genes with humans, study finds
Certain cancers in pet cats develop through genetic mutations very similar to those in humans, which could help improve treatments for both species, according to new research.
Finding Nemo, losing stripes: Baby clownfish shed bars to secure their social rank
Highly territorial, clownfish use colour patterns and size as markers of their social rank.
Milan-Cortina 2026: Can the Winter Olympics leave a sustainable legacy?
The 2026 Games have utilised upgraded venues and multi-use developments designed for long-term community use.
Latest news bulletin | February 22nd, 2026 – Morning
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The major hospitality brands opening new hotels in Europe in 2026
Nearly 124,000 new hotel rooms are projected across Europe this year, with global hospitality giants among the most anticipated openings.
Over 3,000 people march in France in honour of far-right activist
On Saturday, Macron called for calm ahead of a demonstration in tribute to Quentin Deranque, whose murder has sent shockwaves through the country.
Berlin Film Festival: Yellow Letters wins the Golden Bear award 2026
The political drama directed by Ilker Çatak won the top prize at the Berlin International Film Festival 2026. The German-Turkish filmmaker accepted the Golden Bear from jury president Wim Wenders. Other major winners included Salvation, Queen at Sea, and Rose.
The new space race: how satellites are reshaping Germany's defence
Germany is rearming — and not only on Earth. Last year, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius earmarked around €35 billion for space capabilities. Inspector Thomas Daum explains why space has become a new battlefield.
Latest news bulletin | February 21st, 2026 – Evening
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Divers recover bodies of seven Chinese tourists from bottom of Lake Baikal
A Russian driver also died when their mini-bus plunged under the ice to the bottom of the lake in Siberia.
Slovakia's Fico threatens to cut off electricity supply to Ukraine unless Russian oil flows resume
Prime Minister Robert Fico has said he will to cut off his country's emergency electricity supply to Ukraine unless Kyiv resumes pumping Russian oil to Slovakia.
Seven Chinese tourists drown after car falls through ice in Russia
The car went underwater after hitting a patch of thin ice. Seven Chinese tourists, including a couple with a 14-year-old boy, have died.
Six races, six golds - Klaebo's historic Olympics
Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo, Norway's king of cross-country skiing, breaks the record for the most gold medals won at a single Winter Olympics with his sixth of the Games.
Hezbollah says Israeli strikes on eastern Lebanon on Friday have killed eight of its members
Two Hezbollah have confirmed to the Associated Press that eight of their members, including local-level officials, were killed in Friday’s Israeli attacks on the eastern Baalbek region. The IDF says the strikes eliminated members planning operations against Israel.
Parliamentary election campaings begin in Hungary
Candidates and their supporting organisations have two weeks to collect the necessary signatures of support.
Fans flock to Japan zoo to see viral baby monkey Punch
The baby monkey, named "Punch", has drawn attention online and among visitors who have come to see him in person.
Latest news bulletin | February 21st, 2026 – Midday
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Women's rights documentary ‘River Dreams’ makes historic Berlinale premiere
For the first time in its history, a Kazakh documentary has premiered at the Berlinale’s Forum section — one of the world’s most influential film festivals. ‘River Dreams’, the debut feature by director Kristina Mikhailova, gives voice to women imagining life beyond male
Italian toddler dies after transplant with heart 'burned by frostbite'
The heart given to two-year-old Domenico was reportedly severely damaged during its transfer to hospital.
