Iran says deal still 'far off' as Hormuz Strait remains shut

Amid stalled US-Iran negotiations, Iranian officials warning the crucial shipping lane will remain shut until the US lifts its blockade of Iranian ports.

Indonesia rights body probing civilian killings in Papua

Can AI robots work alongside humans? Siemens and NVIDIA trial a humanoid robot

Siemens and Nvidia said the successful test advances their push to build factories where AI-powered machines can adapt and work with human staff

Mandatory pre-arrival declaration rolled out for entrants into Vietnam

Foreign nationals entering Vietnam and overseas Vietnamese using visas must complete an online declaration before arrival.

Australia's most-decorated soldier vows to 'fight' war crime charges

Ben Roberts-Smith has given his first statement since he was charged with five counts of the war crime of murder last week.

Almost 28 years later, the mystery of what's under women's skirts in Elder Scrolls spin-off Redguard has finally been solved

I know you've all been dying to find out.

Fire in Malaysia's Sabah destroys 200 homes, hundreds displaced

Former Australian soldier speaks out against allegations of Afghan war crimes

(Corrects day to Sunday in first paragraph) SYDNEY, April 19 (Reuters) - Australia's most decorated soldier, charged with ​war crimes related to Afghanistan deployments more than a decade ago, on Sunday publicly denied the allegations against him and said he was proud of his

Latest news bulletin | April 19th, 2026 – Morning

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

Too hot for solar and too much wind for turbines: Can renewables withstand our worsening climate?

Renewables have been touted as the silver bullet to tackling climate change, but can they withstand our warming planet?

Travel smart: Must-have gadgets and accessories for summer holidays in 2026

From power banks to travel pillows, these are the essential items you need to pack for smoother trips around Europe this summer.

Which European countries will be the richest by 2030?

IMF projections show significant increases in GDP per capita in euro terms across Europe by 2030, but the rankings do not change significantly in terms of purchasing power.

Malaysian transport minister orders review after KLIA T1 baggage system breakdown delays passengers

The breakdown caused delays of two to four hours.

Hours-long baggage delays at Malaysia’s KLIA as transport minister warns against lapses

The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia has been directed to investigate the incident and determine whether punitive action should be taken against airport operator Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd.

What travelers can do as the Iran war impacts flight costs and availability

Travelers are wondering how to plan their upcoming vacations as the cost and availability of flights are up in the air amid the war against Iran.

Australian soldier charged with war crimes vows to clear his name

Ben Roberts-Smith's reputation was called into question after a series of news reports in 2018.

China seeks to rein in risks from AI ‘digital humans’

Videos featuring AI digital humans are ubiquitous on Chinese social media.

Scientists say this type of olive oil could boost brain power

Extra virgin olive oil might help protect your brain by working through your gut. A two-year study found that people who consumed it had better cognitive performance and more diverse gut bacteria than those using refined olive oil. Researchers even identified specific microbes

Massive blaze razes 200 homes in Sabah water village

No casualties had been reported at the time of writing.

French peacekeeper killed in southern Lebanon

President Macron blames the attack on Hezbollah. The Iran-backed armed group denies "any connection" to the incident.

Owlcat reveals two new 40K companions, one for Rogue Trader and one for the upcoming Dark Heresy

I'll be honest, one of these seems much cooler than the other.

Trump continues to strong-arm Netanyahu into cease-fires he is unprepared to accept

After backing Israeli escalation in Lebanon and Iran, the U.S. president is now forcing pauses and declaring victory – leaving Netanyahu to defend campaigns that fell short of their promised outcomes

Jessica Chastain Says Apple TV Will Finally Release ‘The Savant’ After Postponement Following Charlie Kirk Assassination: ‘We’re Going to See It’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Jessica Chastain says Apple TV is finally going to release her political thriller series “The Savant.” It was supposed to premiere in September 2025 but was postponed following the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The Oscar winner stars in the series as an investigator who goes

Obama and Mamdani meet for the first time, read to New York City preschoolers

A group of preschoolers in the Bronx received a visit from former President Obama and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) on Saturday, the first meeting between the two men coming just over a week after Mamdani marked his 100th day in office. The pair read to children at

Bangladesh raises fuel prices as Iran war drives up costs

The rising fuel bill is putting pressure on Bangladesh's strained foreign exchange reserves.

Changpeng Zhao’s memoir is key to understanding the future of crypto

The controversial crypto mogul better known as CZ, has published a new book called “Freedom of Money” — a narrative of his life and career.

Iraq fish die-off leaves farmers mourning lost livelihoods

On the banks of Iraq's Tigris River, Haidar Kazem mourned 300 tonnes of the fish he had carefully raised in ponds wiped out by a flood of polluted water. Water supplies in Iraq, the eastern half of what is known as the region's fertile crescent and which the United Nations

Who is behind the Israel-Lebanon cease-fire and will talks manage to disarm Hezbollah?

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a cease-fire had been reached between Israel and Lebanon and the two countries' leaders were invited to the White House to start a peace process. What conditions are at the base of the cease-fire and is it even possible to disarm Hezbollah?

Nadia Farès, ‘The Crimson Rivers’ Actress, Dies at 57

Farès was found unconscious in a swimming pool in Paris last week and had been in a coma since, suffering a cardiac arrest, her daughters told Agence France-Presse.

HydroGraphNet boosts watershed predictions of daily flow and nitrogen in sparse data regions

Spatially distributed prediction of streamflow and nitrogen (N) export dynamics is essential for precision management of agricultural watersheds. While temporal deep learning models have shown strong basin-scale performance, their ability to generalize spatially is limited,

A war in the Persian Gulf is plunging Pakistan into darkness

Asia’s emerging economies have borne the brunt of the global energy crisis.

Trump, Iran cite progress in talks as uncertainty hangs over Strait

By Trevor Hunnicutt, Ariba Shahid and Muhammad Al Gebaly WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD, April 19 - Iran's top negotiator said recent talks with the U.S. had made progress but gaps remained over nuclear issues and theStrait of Hormuz, while President Donald Trump cited "very good

Olivia Rodrigo Joins Addison Rae at Coachella for ‘Headphones On’ and Live Debut of New Single ‘Drop Dead’

As she reached the end of her Coachella weekend two set, Addison Rae paused to ask the audience if they had heard “any new music this week.” On cue, Olivia Rodrigo emerged from the back of the stage, joining the pop singer for a pair of duets. Rodrigo first sang with Rae on the

North Korea fires ballistic missiles again, flexing muscle amid Iran war

The incident marks Pyongyang's seventh ballistic missile launch this year and its fourth in April.

Vance says he's 'grateful' for Pope Leo's statement on not wanting public debate with Trump

Vice President JD Vance thanked Pope Leo XIV on Saturday after the pontiff sought to downplay a days-long clash with President Trump and said he didn't want to engage in a public debate with the president. The pope said earlier on Saturday that some of the coverage of his

New Zealand’s capital Wellington begins clean-up after flash floods

The nation’s weather forecaster predicted more thunderstorm for parts of North Island.

New Zealand's capital Wellington begins clean-up after flash floods

SYDNEY, April 19 - A clean-up began in New Zealand's capital Wellington after flash flooding, sparked by heavy rain, hit the nation's North Island, authorities said on Sunday.

North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles towards sea off its east coast

SEOUL, April 19 (Reuters) - North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles towards the sea off its east coast, South Korea and Japan said on Sunday, marking the latest in a flurry of launches by Pyongyang to accelerate efforts to boost its military capabilities. The incident

Africa: IGAD Envoy to Sudan - 'Quintet to Convene Meeting for Those Absent From Berlin Conf'

[Dabanga] Ammsterdam / Berlin -- The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) envoy to Sudan, has said that the 'quintet' group -- comprising the African Union, IGAD, the United Nations, the European Union, and the League of Arab States -- will organise more advanced

Pokémon Pokopia Bulbasaur's jump rope contest event guide

Bulbasaur's jump rope contest is a new event in Pokémon Pokopia where you receive shiny rewards depending on your scores in the minigame.

Charlize Theron Jabs at Timothée Chalamet’s Ballet, Opera Remarks: “AI Is Going to Be Able to Do His Job in 10 Years”

"That was a very reckless comment on an art form, two art forms, that we need to lift up constantly because, yes, they do have a hard time," the Oscar winner told the New York Times.

How to feed your garden birds without spreading disease

The outbreak of a mysterious and deadly disease in finches in British gardens in 2005 set alarm bells ringing for conservationists. A decade later, the extent of that disease in greenfinches and chaffinches was reported. And now, bird scientists are beginning to understand how

'Are monitors anti-inflation?': AOC argues monitors are a better upgrade than graphics cards or memory right now, which seems like the kind of thing a monitor manufacturer would say

Even if it's kinda true, it still feels strange to say it.

Majority of Cubans, Cuban Americans in South Florida disapprove of deportations: Poll

Many Cubans and Cuban Americans in South Florida are unhappy with the Trump administration over its treatment of migrants from the Caribbean island, according to a new Miami Herald poll. The poll, released Thursday, found that 68 percent of Cubans strongly or somewhat

Harry and Meghan's trip felt like a royal tour - except many Aussies weren't interested

The Sussexes' four-day tour of Australia appears to have fallen flat with some.