Israeli soldiers shot a Palestinian boy and stood around as he bled to death, video shows

Israeli forces blocked Palestinian ambulances while a 14-year-old lay bleeding for at least 45 minutes.

The AI Cold War? US tech companies accuse China’s AI firms of stealing billions in research

So-called distillation attacks gather responses from AI models to teach smaller ones.

Latest news bulletin | February 26th, 2026 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 26th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Four years after Russia's invasion: How have electricity and gas prices changed across Europe?

Residential electricity and gas prices in the EU remain above the levels seen before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Compared to the highly volatile years of the energy crisis, prices have largely stabilised as of 2026.

These are the best airports for customer experience in Europe

Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport and Rome Fiumicino Airport were among those recognised in the 2025 Airport Service Quality (ASQ) Customer Experience Awards.

Commission welcomes start of trilogue negotiations on steel measure

EU Trade and Economic Security Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič represented the European Commission in the first trilogue negotiations on the upcoming steel measure addressing the negative effects of global overcapacity. The new EU regulation will provide effective protection to the

UN’s cash crisis is a collective security emergency

Liquidity issues at the United Nations are often dismissed as a technical budgetary complication. But the reality is that funding shortfalls undermine collective global security. The UN’s regular budget for peace and security, sustainable development and human rights promotion

How China is masking drone flights in potential Taiwan rehearsal

The operations represent a new element in China's expanding presence across the South China Sea and around Taiwan.

Father of Hong Kong activist sentenced to eight months in prison

Kwok Yin-sang is the first family member of an activist to be convicted of a national security offence.

Locked doors trapped driver in fatal Xiaomi car crash, investigation shows

The impact damaged the low-voltage system that powered the door handles, rendering them inoperable.

Australian snowboarder who died in Japan was pulled along on ski lift for 17m while in midair

The woman suffered a cardiac arrest after hanging in midair.

Africa: Artificial Intelligence - Africa Governments Must Adopt, Adapt, and Indigenise, but Do Not Copy and Paste

[MFWA] An African aphorism says "When elders sit together, words are weighed, not counted." "And when value circulates locally, trust deepens and community stability holds."

North Korea could 'get along' with US, says Kim Jong Un

Kim said they could get along if the US accepts that Pyongyang's nuclear weapons are here to stay.

Africa: Obasanjo, Falola Endorse Oyeyinka's New Book As Roadmap for Africa's Industrialisation

[This Day] Funmi Ogundare Former President Olusegun Obasanjo and renowned historian, Toyin Falola, have hailed a new book written by Development Economist, Prof. Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka, describing it as a practical blueprint for Africa's long-awaited industrial renaissance.

From the Late Bronze Age to today, the old Irish goat carries 3,000 years of Irish history

New research has revealed that the old Irish goat shares a 3,000-year genetic link with goats living in Ireland during the Late Bronze Age. The findings suggest that the rare indigenous breed represents a continuous Irish lineage stretching back millennia. The work appears in

Africa: Herzog Meets Abiy As Horn of Africa Diplomacy Shifts

[Horn Diplomat] Addis Ababa -- Israeli President Isaac Herzog met Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Wednesday during his official visit to Ethiopia, with both leaders pledging to deepen cooperation across key economic, technological and regional sectors.

‘A devastating force’: how recent Mediterranean storms turned to tragedies

Atmospheric machine-gun has fired storm after deadly storm at the region this year, leaving a trail of widespread destruction For Andrés Sánchez Barea, in Spain, it was the fear that arose when water started to spurt from plug sockets. For Nelson Duarte, in Portugal, it was the

Why are young adults in Europe facing greater mental health challenges than older generations?

Young adults are facing worse mental health and daily life challenges, driven by weak family bonds, low spirituality, early smartphone use, and high ultra-processed food consumption.

‘Dangerous disasters’: How human-made climate change ‘intensified’ Europe’s winter downpours

Previously "manageable" storms are transforming into “dangerous disasters” due to human-generated emissions, a new report warns.

Where artificial intelligence lives: South-east Asia’s data centre boom

Data centre capacity in the region is projected to triple from 2025 levels by 2030.

Africa: Africa and the New World Order - Actor or Arena?

[New Times] Much of the cobalt in a European electric vehicle battery, the lithium powering a Chinese storage plant, and the platinum in a hydrogen fuel cell begins its journey in Africa. The shipping lanes connecting Asia to Europe pass along African shores.

Dressed for succession? Kim Jong Un, daughter fuel speculation with matching coats

Australian PM apologises after calling child sex abuse survivor and advocate 'difficult'

Former Australian of the Year Grace Tame said the word was a "misogynist's code for a woman who won't comply".

Africa: Over a Billion Fear Losing Land and Homes Within Five Years

[UN News] Despite global progress in strengthening land tenure and governance, more than a billion people worldwide - nearly one in four adults - fear they could lose the rights to some or all of their land and housing within the next five years.

Africa: Disability and Access to Justice in Four African Countries - Strong Laws, Weak in Practice

[The Conversation Africa] South Africa has a reputation as one of the most progressive countries on the African continent when it comes to disability rights.

Australian ex-PM Malcolm Turnbull says ‘more important than ever’ to ditch British monarchy

Mr Turnbull told AFP that an elected head of state could heal Australia’s “tribal” politics.

North Korea shuns relations with South as Kim Jong-un says it could 'get along' with US

Kim Jong-un said North Korea could "get along well" with the United States if Washington acknowledges its nuclear status, but dashed hopes of a diplomatic thaw with Seoul.

China holiday spending sends a strong signal on consumer stimulus plans

China's nine-day Lunar New Year holiday showed consumers were eager to travel, while remaining price-conscious.

Network maintenance during off-peak hours at JB checkpoint to affect border crossers from Feb 27

Disruptions from 12.30am to 3.30am are expected until March 14.

Who is contesting Nepal's polls and what is at stake?

Feb 25 - Nepal will hold a national election next month, its first since deadly youth-led anti-graft protests toppled the government of then-Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli in September.

‘Will it give me a job?’: Nepal’s election promises don’t stop youth exodus

Nepal’s youth unemployment rate is the highest among all of South and South-east Asian nations.

'Will it give me a job?': Nepal's election promises don't stop youth exodus

KATHMANDU, Feb 26 - At a training centre in Nepal's capital Kathmandu, Rahul Pariyar carefully hooks his harness to a rope, learning the basic skills he will need for painting walls, cleaning high rises and other construction work in the United Arab Emirates.

Orbán accuses Ukraine of disrupting oil supplies to Hungary

Ukraine says a critical pipeline was closed after Russian strikes.

Father of Hong Kong activist sentenced to 8 months in jail under national security law

Kwok Yin-sang is the first person to be charged and convicted of dealing with funds belonging to an "absconder" under the city's national security law.

Whitmer defends trans rights after Trump SOTU: ‘No matter who comes after you, I'll stand in the way’

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) on Wednesday defended transgender rights in her State of the State address, a day after President Trump criticized gender transition in his State of the Union address. “In Michigan, everyone deserves to be who they are and love who they love.

Park Chan-wook is the 2026 Cannes Jury President

The acclaimed South Korean director of 'Oldboy,' 'The Handmaiden' and 'No Other Choice' will head up the international jury that picks this year's Palme d'Or.

Park Chan-Wook to Preside Over 79th Cannes Film Festival Jury

Park Chan-wook will preside over the jury of the 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival. The celebrated South Korean director, screenwriter and producer will succeed French actor Juliette Binoche, whose jury handed the Palme d’Or to Jafar Panahi’s Iranian drama “It Was Just

Adult Swim’s ‘Smiling Friends’ to End After Season 3

Adult Swim’s animated comedy “Smiling Friends” is ending after its third season. Creators and stars Michael Cusack and Zach Hadel revealed the news in a video posted to Adult Swim’s X account. “I’m gonna cut right to the chase,” Hadel said at the top of the message. “This is

Trump’s Golden Dome is a destabilizing pipe dream

The Trump administration’s recently released National Defense Strategy reaffirmed its commitment to building a “Golden Dome” capable of stopping any “advanced aerial attacks” on the US, including conventional and nuclear-armed cruise, ballistic, and hypersonic missiles, as well

Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai wins appeal against fraud conviction

The 78-year-old Lai, however, remains detained for a separate national security case.

Kanye West Allegedly Ordered Man to Live at Beach House Amid Demolition: ‘You Can’t Leave’

Tony Saxon walked jurors through pages of text messages exchanged with the music mogul now known as Ye

Protestors Gather at ‘Scream 7’ Premiere After Melissa Barrera Fired: ‘Stand For Free Speech’ and ‘Cancel Paramount+’

Protestors gathered outside of Wednesday night’s “Scream 7” premiere at the Paramount Studios lot in Los Angeles, calling for a boycott of the horror film in a show of support for Palestine. About 25 demonstrators were seen positioned around the lot with flags, drums and

‘Latent threat’: Russia-South Korea rift deepens as Seoul mulls over support for Ukraine

Seoul is considering joining a NATO initiative to help finance weapons purchases for Ukraine.

‘Scream 7’ Director Kevin Williamson Reacts to Pro-Palestine Protesters Marching Outside L.A. Premiere

The demonstration was also in response to Melissa Barrera's firing from the film in November 2023 after she expressed support for Palestine.

New Zealand ex-PM Jacinda Ardern joins Kiwi exodus to Australia

Ms Ardern, 45, and her family were seen house hunting in Sydney’s Northern Beaches.

In South Korea, what you ask AI could land you in court

AI’s conversational structure can reveal a user’s internal reasoning and intentions.

Tokyo Skytree tower’s operations resume after elevator trouble

The elevator carrying the 20 visitors stopped about 30m above the ground.