Lisa Kudrow Is Finally Watching ‘Friends’ Because She ‘Ran Out’ of Sitcoms

"Everyone's hilarious and I'm laughing out loud," the actress admitted on Jimmy Kimmel Live

Iran war expected to dominate US-Japan talks as Takaichi heads to Washington

The Japanese prime minister will be the first major ally to hold face-to-face talks with United States President Donald Trump since he urged several countries to deploy warships to the Strait of Hormuz.

Newsletter: Iran war and Druzhba dispute to dominate EU leaders’ summit

Also in this newsletter: how the 50th anniversary celebration of the centre-right European People's Party (EPP) was overshadowed by allegations of coordinated collaboration with anti-EU forces; and Iceland's Foreign Minister speaks to Europe Today.

Seoul’s Incheon Airport gears up for surge of BTS fans this week

The airport has deployed extra staff and expanded passport control capacity ahead of the expected surge.

Johor transport body to monitor 33 accident ‘black spots’ during festive Hari Raya period

The operation is aimed at reducing road accidents and fatalities during the busy travel period.

Taiwan rejects China’s energy security ‘reunification’ offer amid Middle East war

Taiwan's government referred to China's offer as "cognitive warfare".

Pay growth at lowest rate in more than five years

Annual earnings grew at an annual rate of 3.8% in the November to January period, the Office for National Statistics says.

LIV Golf South Africa 2026: Where to Watch the Golf Tournament Live Online

With the first tournament in Africa of the season, the 2026 LIV Golf South Africa tees off starting on Thursday, Mar. 19 and goes until Sunday, Mar. 22 at Club at Steyn City in Midrand, South Africa. In its inaugural year of play in South Africa, the pro golf season extends

UK to cut climate aid to developing countries by 14% to £2bn a year in ‘refocus’

Move will put national security and lives overseas at risk, critics say, as overall UK aid budget is slashed to 0.3% of gross national income Climate aid to developing countries from the UK will be cut by about 14% to roughly £2bn a year under government plans, in a move

Tropical Cyclone Narelle to make landfall in far north Qld on Friday as category four storm, bringing 200km/h winds

Massive storm tracking a path to Queensland coast, which intensified offshore Thursday morning to category 5, fuelled by warm waters in Coral Sea Cyclone Narelle path tracker map Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle is

Europe Today: EU leaders meet in Brussels for a tense, crucial EU summit

Tune in to Euronews' new 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.

There’s a new way to see the Eiffel Tower: A suspension bridge 60m above the ground

The mesh bridge is found between the monument’s east and west pillars.

Students today, masters tomorrow: Sony World Photography Awards celebrate young talent across Europe

Photographs from young talent submitted to the Sony World Photography Awards navigate themes like femininity and individuality, the aftermath of environmental disasters, and friendship.

Afroman Triumphs in Wild ‘Lemon Pound Cake’ Lawsuit Filed by Cops

Police officers had sued the "Because I Got High" rapper after he turned footage of their botched raid on his home into music videos

S’porean man charged in Phuket after crashing into barricades that hit a police officer

The man was charged with reckless driving, causing injury, and failing to stop to provide assistance.

Olympic cyclist who ran over wife under fire over Porsche post

The post was criticised for being "deeply offensive" by a victims' rights commissioner.

Independent Hong Kong panel starts hearing into devastating inferno

HONG KONG, March 19 - Human factors rendered ineffective almost all the fire safety measures at the site of a Hong Kong blaze that killed 168 people in November, the lead lawyer for a panel led by a judge that is investigating the inferno said on Thursday.

Iran seeks compensation from UAE over US strikes on its territory, UN ambassador letter says

DUBAI, March 19 (Reuters) - Iran seeks compensation from the United Arab Emirates, accusing it of enabling U.S. attacks against Iranian territory, Iran's U.N. Ambassador told the UN Secretary General in a letter according to a Nournews report published on Thursday. In the

You don’t need to lose weight to reverse prediabetes, study finds

For years, people with prediabetes have been told the same thing: lose weight or risk developing diabetes. But new research flips that idea on its head, showing that blood sugar can return to normal even without shedding pounds. The key isn’t just how much fat you carry—it’s

EU summit: Leaders set to challenge Orbán's veto on €90bn Ukraine loan

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has enraged his fellow leaders by backtracking on the deal they reached in December to provide Ukraine with a €90 billion loan. The pent-up exasperation will be laid bare on Thursday.

In Seoul square of protest and history, BTS fans welcome grand comeback

The South Korean landmark, built in 1395, has weathered centuries of destruction and restoration.

Commission seeks feedback on revision of criteria for sustainable economic activities

The European Commission is seeking feedback on possible revisions to the criteria of the EU taxonomy, the classification system for sustainable economic activities. The goal of the revision is to make the framework simpler and easier to use. The EU Taxonomy Regulation is a

Africa: Progress in Reducing Child Deaths Slows As 4.9 Million Children Under Five Die in 2024

[Unicef] Geneva/New York -- New UN report on child mortality fully assess leading causes of under five deaths for first time

Mount Fuji viewing train for inbound tourists starts operation

The tour will be held on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays through Dec 22.

Indonesia detains four soldiers over acid attack on activist

Andrie Yunus, who criticised the army's role in government, suffered burns to 20% of his body.

Hong Kong fire: Panel hears safety measures failed on day of deadly blaze

The judge-led committee will investigate whether fire safety standards were inadequate.

Camden pregnancy payment to continue after trial

The scheme provides £500 to support low-income families welcoming a new baby in the London borough.

'Our heating oil's doubled in price in two weeks'

Lawrence Salvoni worries not only about the price he has to pay, but the security of his supply.

Horses 'whinny' to find new friends and celebrate. This unique sound has been a mystery – until now

How horses make their unusual combination of both high and low pitched sounds has long eluded scientists.

Africa: Africa's Minerals Boon, Cautious Optimism Amid Geopolitical Disruptions

[IPS] Bulawayo, Zimbabwe -- Africa's eye on minerals as the be-all-and-cure-all for the continent's development agenda is being tested by geopolitical gamesmanship as global superpowers jostle to carve new spheres of influence.

South Africans say criminal gangs are exploiting the water crisis

Residents of some areas have been without mains water for weeks.

Europe's central banks are no longer in a 'good place' as Iran war upends forecasts

The war in Iran has upset the economic equilibrium Europe threatening energy supplies, growth and the outlook for consumer prices, upsetting economic forecasts.

Latest news bulletin | March 19th, 2026 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Africa: Mining Companies and Land Rights in South Africa - How Environmentalists Have Used the Law to Defend Communities

[The Conversation Africa] Environmental activists in South Africa have been waging legal battles against the state and mining companies for years. This is often on the grounds that communities haven't been consulted before mines were given permission to start digging and

Africa: Climate Change Could Pose a Major Risk to Cassava in Africa - Study Sets Out What Can Be Done Now

[The Conversation Africa] Cassava is a starchy, tuberous root, introduced to sub-Saharan Africa by Portuguese traders centuries ago. It is a nutrition lifeboat for over 800 million people worldwide.

Weight-loss drugs may lower the risk of depression, anxiety, and self-harm, study finds

GLP-1 weight-loss drugs with semaglutide were associated with a lower risk of depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and self-harm, according to a new study.

Croatia unveils its latest protected national park – here’s what travellers can do there

This newest national park in Croatia offers access to stunning historic castles, oak forests, medieval towns and prehistoric caves, as well as extensive hiking and cycling trails.

AI use at work in Europe: Which countries use generative AI tools most, and why?

A third of people in the EU used generative AI tools overall in 2025, and fewer than half of them used them for work purposes, bringing the share to 15%. AI use at work varies widely across Europe, with clear regional patterns.

We need to be honest about Iran – and how our rampant greed for oil is causing mayhem | George Monbiot

Oil has empowered capitalism, and some of the world’s most exploitative regimes. Move away from it and we can solve some of the key issues we face I realise this is a serious breach of etiquette. But could we perhaps abandon good manners and contextualise Donald Trump’s attack

Stopping gas dictating UK energy price could cut bills by £200, thinktank says

Iran war has increased gas price, with effects on UK energy bills that could be avoided, Common Wealth says Household energy bills could be reduced by up to £203 a year by stopping expensive fossil gas setting the price of energy in the UK, according to a report. Under the

BLUE PORTS: Sustainable Solutions for Greener Ports

The BLUE PORTS project, supported by the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF) is helping small and medium-sized ports reduce their environmental footprint while remaining competitive. It does so by providing targeted upskilling and reskilling opportunities

How the Iran war has left Europe facing yet another energy crisis

It is not the first time that there has been deep energy-linked frustration in the heart of Europe.

Wild possum shelters with plush toys in Australian airport shop

Airport employees were returned the animal to its rightful place in the great outdoors.

CoreWeave: Deeply Undervalued Against Peers

Ukraine peace talks paused amid Iran war, Russia's Izvestia says

MOSCOW, March 19 (Reuters) - Peace talks between the United States, Russia and Ukraine are on pause amid the Iran war, Izvestia reported on Thursday, citing Russian officials. Izvestia said the Kremlin had confirmed the pause and that the Iran war could push Kyiv towards

Trump may push Japan for help with Iran war in White House meeting

By Trevor Hunnicutt and David Brunnstrom WASHINGTON, March 19 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump may use a White House meeting with Japan’s prime minister on Thursday to press for help in the war on Iran, placing Sanae Takaichi in an awkward position as Tokyo weighs how much

What Today's Market Decline Portends

Trump threatens to destroy Iran's largest gas field

US President Donald Trump threatened to "massively blow up" a vast Iranian gas field unless Tehran stops striking Qatari energy facilities, which sustained extensive damage Thursday. Crude oil prices surged five percent as the latest strikes fed fears that the nearly