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Iran wary of diplomacy with the US amid reports of planned ground offensive
Iran's parliament speaker said on Sunday that the US is publicly engaging in diplomatic efforts while "secretly planning a ground attack". His comments came shortly after reports in US media that the Trump administration is planning a weeks-long ground offensive.
Mighty Aphrodite: Artist Jeff Koons on venerating Venus in Athens
The celebrated American artist has been in the Greek capital Athens to present his exhibition 'Jeff Koons: Aphrodite of Lespugue' at the Museum of Cycladic Art.
Paw Patrol, Pokémon and LEGO: The top toy tourism attractions opening in 2026
We look at the best places for toy enthusiasts to visit this year, from a gala celebration at LEGOLAND Windsor Resort in the UK to a new Pokémon park in Japan.
Robotics can improve musical timing between performers, new study shows
In the musical experiment, violinists wore lightweight robotic exoskeletons attached to their bow-playing arms, which delivered subtle changes to their natural movements.
A new way to measure poverty shows the US falling behind Europe
The time needed to get $1 in international dollars is 63 minutes in the US. This is about twice the average in Germany, France and the UK according to an Oxford University researcher. This suggests that average poverty is significantly higher in the US.
The 'hoax' of the Nazi time zone in Spain: it robs us of sleep but aligns us with Europe
Much has been written about the fact that Spain adheres to CET, rather than being on Greenwich Mean Time, the same zone as the United Kingdom and Portugal. It's widely believed to be the result of a gesture from Franco to Hitler. Although not true, Spain is still torn between
Is the DMA a chicken or a duck? Why the DMA predestines European companies and consumers to lose
If it looks like a duck, swims like a duck, and quacks like a duck, then it probably is a duck.” The DMA looks like a duck, swims like a duck, and quacks like a duck — yet many insist it is a chicken.
‘They made fun of us’: Meet the residents who won’t let Bonaire sink without a fight
Faced with the devastating wrath of climate change, these islanders have put up a victorious fight – and they’re not done yet.
Latest news bulletin | March 29th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 29th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
How deepfake porn scandal surrounding TV star rocked Germany
Collien Fernandes has accused her ex-husband of spreading images of her online, but he has categorically denied it.
Huge crowds protest against Trump on 'No Kings' day in the US and abroad
Organisers said the protests may add up to one of the largest demonstrations in US history, with more than 3,100 events taking place in major cities, suburbs and rural areas. They expect the total number of participants to be above nine million.
Iconic Greek singer Marinella dies aged 87
The singer, whose career has spanned over six decades, suffered a stroke during a performance at Athens' ancient Odeon theatre in 2024.
Israel assesses damage after missile strike near Jerusalem
An Iranian ballistic missile hit Eshtaol near Jerusalem on Saturday, injuring residents and damaging homes, vehicles, and nearby structures as the regional war entered its second month.
Latest news bulletin | March 28th, 2026 – Evening
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France hosts ‘No Kings’ march as anti-Trump protests spread
Hundreds rally in Paris’ Place de la Bastille for a “No Kings” protest against Donald Trump, denouncing authoritarianism and “endless wars”.
Pope Leo XIV decries the widening gap between the rich and poor in historic Monaco visit
Pope Leo XIV urged residents of the wealthy principality of Monaco to use their resources to promote good in the world. The pontiff became the first head of the Catholic church to visit the territory since Pope Paul III in the 16th century.
In historic Monaco visit, Pope Leo XIV calls for justice and peace
Pope Leo XIV makes first papal visit to Monaco since 1538, urging the wealthy microstate to use its influence for justice, peace and the common good.
Twenty-two migrants die off Greek coast after six days at sea
Poor weather and a lack of food and water contributed to the deaths, the Greek coastguard says.
22 migrants die off the coast of Crete after six days at sea
Survivors say the bodies of those who had died during the difficult journey were thrown into the sea on the orders of one of the smugglers aboard the ship.
French authorities foil bomb attack outside Bank of America branch in Paris
France's counter-terrorism prosecutor's office has taken over the investigation into a foiled bomb attack outside a Bank of America branch in central Paris.
French rapper Gims placed under investigation for 'aggravated money laundering'
Gims, one of France's most popular rappers, was placed under formal investigation and released under judicial supervision on Friday, in a sprawling international money-laundering case.
MEPs urge Commission leaders to stop Russia from returning to the Venice Biennale
MEPs have urged European Commission leaders to prevent Russia from participating in the Venice Biennale. The move has been backed by Ukraine's foreign policy chief who says "Russia rejects all proposals to end the war and rejects the dialogue that the organizers of the