‘Ondel-ondel’ poised to disappear from Jakarta streets
The idea of controlling the use of ondel-ondel in street performances has been floated since 2014.
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235 key cross-border energy projects to boost Europe’s interconnectivity
The second list of Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) and Projects of Mutual Interest (PMIs) has been published in the Official Journal of the European Union. It outlines 235 selected cross-border energy infrastructure projects that will strengthen energy connectivity across
China model gains appeal in Vietnam as police expand power
The two Communist neighbours have swung between conflict and cooperation over centuries.
The EU is boosting drone production - is it ready for war?
Is the European Union doing as much as it can to protect its citizens?
Britney Spears enters rehab facility weeks after alleged DUI arrest
Britney Spears has voluntarily entered a rehab clinic following her alleged DUI (Drinking Under the Influence) arrest on 4 March.
Africa: Checkmating Traoré's Anti-Democracy Incitement in Africa
[Premium Times] Enthroning the popular will is essential for staunching democratic reversal in the continent, and stemming the tide of military dictatorship.
Hormuz blockade could deepen world’s worst energy crisis — and risk a dangerous misstep
The U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz threatens to halt more tanker traffic, sending oil surging and risks drawing China into a widening confrontation with Washington.
Karol G’s Historic Coachella Set Included Becky G, Wisin, and Tons of Latin Genres
The Colombian superstar paid tribute to Latin classics, brought out friends and a reggaeton OG, and premiered a song with Cigarettes After Sex
New energy market integrity and transparency rules
Two important sets of rules aimed at making energy markets more transparent and fairer have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union. One set of rules, a Delegated Regulation on inside information platforms and registered reporting mechanisms, relates to the
US, Indonesia discuss allowing US military overflight in Indonesian airspace
The US is reportedly seeking “blanket overnight access” for its military aircraft.
Peru faces protests as election delays fuel doubts over vote integrity
Peru’s presidential election on Sunday, 12 April 2026, was thrown into uncertainty after widespread logistical failures prevented thousands of voters from casting their ballots, delaying the outcome.
Iconic Bollywood singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92
Asha Bhosle, one of the most celebrated Indian singers of all time and one the most versatile Bollywood artists, has died.
Malaysia catches 34 students using illegal crossing along Thai border to attend Kelantan school
Earlier reports identified the students as being Thai nationals but initial investigations found that the 34 were Malaysians residing in Thailand, said Kelantan’s police chief.
Hungary: jubilant scenes across Budapest follow Magyar’s victory
Hungary saw large crowds take to the streets on Sunday, 12 April 2026, after Prime Minister Viktor Orbán conceded defeat, ending 16 years in power.
Newsletter: Cautious optimism in Brussels as Orbán ousted in landslide Hungarian opposition win
Péter Magyar's stunning electoral win is instilling hope that critical EU support to Ukraine blocked by the Orbán government could be unlocked. But officials also warn the new government faces a huge challenge in undoing democratic backsliding and tapping into frozen EU funds.
Leaders' statement on the two-week ceasefire concluded between the United States and Iran
This statement has been endorsed by President Macron, Prime Minister Meloni, Chancellor Merz, Prime Minister Starmer, Prime Minister Albanese, Prime Minister Carney, President Dan, acting Prime Minister Frederiksen, Prime Minister Frostadóttir, Prime Minister Jetten, Prime
Watch Offset Return to the Stage for the First Time After Being Shot
The rapper sustained non-life-threatening injuries during an incident outside of Florida's Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood last week
No Doubt’s Tom Dumont Reveals He Has Parkinson’s Disease: ‘It’s a Struggle Every Day’ — but ‘I Can Still Play Guitar’
Headed into an upcoming residency at Las Vegas’ Sphere, No Doubt guitarist Tom Dumont revealed in a video statement over the weekend that he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease years ago, but noted that he can still play guitar and will be performing in the group’s imminent
Africa: Pope Leo Sets Off on African Tour Focused on Peace and Unity
[RFI] Pope Leo XIV on Monday begins his most ambitious trip since becoming head of the Catholic Church, travelling across four African countries with a focus on peace, inequality and interfaith dialogue.
Galician genes: New study suggest Christopher Columbus was from Spanish nobility
For the first time, a new scientific study has provided genetic evidence that points to Christopher Columbus having descended from Galician nobility in Spain and specifically from the Sotomayor lineage.
Philippines accuses China of poisoning disputed waters
Filipino troops seized 10 bottles of cyanide from boats launched from Chinese fishing ships in February, July and October 2025, said Philippine Navy spokesman Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad.
Can Europe boost its drone defence? Ask the Euronews chatbot
Russia has violated NATO airspace approximately 37 times since 2022. The EU wants to accelerate the bloc’s drone production and boost its defence strategy against hybrid threats. Can Europe ramp up its hybrid-detection system? Ask the Euronews chatbot.
Rail leads Europe towards energy independence
Amid the latest energy crisis, the Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies (CER) has reiterated the key role rail transport plays in keeping citizens and goods moving across the Single Market while reducing Europe’s fossil fuel dependence. CER calls on the
Europe Today Special: Orbán ousted after 16 years as Magyar wins election — what now for Hungary?
Tune in to our Europe Today's special edition on the Hungarian elections, live from Brussels and Budapest with top interview guests and in-depth analysis of Péter Magyar’s landslide victory over Viktor Orbán.
Tributes pour in for legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle
The singer, who died at the age of 92, will be cremated with full state honours on Monday.
Strikes on alleged drug boats kill 5 in eastern Pacific, U.S. military says
The U.S. military said Sunday that it blew up two boats accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, as the Trump administration pursues its campaign against alleged traffickers in Latin America.
Korea Box Office: ‘Salmokji : Whispering Water’ Dominates Weekend
The local horror-thriller “Salmokji : Whispering Water” claimed the top position at the South Korean box office during the weekend of Apr. 10–12. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, the film earned $3.7 million from 536,451
Elephant in Sabah tramples man to death as son escapes at palm oil plantation
The animal was believed to be a solitary bull and was not moving with a herd.
Dueling Hormuz blockades push world to the brink
US President Donald Trump’s announcement that the US Navy would impose a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, announced after failed face-to-face talks in Islamabad, signals a perilous new phase of the Iran war, one that threatens to prolong the oil shock’s impact on the global
Is the UK about to rejoin the EU?
No one should be surprised by the growing number of voices calling for Britain to return to the EU, or at least to accelerate and deepen the “reset” currently underway. There are four sets of reasons for this, writes Richard Corbett, former UK MEP: Economic: Brexit has turned
Rising fuel costs puts strain on transport charity
A charity in Gloucestershire says it will have to find an extra £20k to cover increased fuel costs.
Black British music, Beef and bandaged terror: What's to see, do or hear this week in Europe
Netflix's hit series Beef returns for season 2 while London's V&A East celebrates British Black music in a landmark new exhibition. Here's what else to look out for this week.
A stampede at a Haitian mountaintop fortress kills at least 25 people and injures dozens
A stampede at a mountaintop fortress popular with tourists in northern Haiti has killed at least 25 people and injured dozens of others, authorities said.
'School breakfast club has best toast in the world'
Up to 120 pupils go to the free club at Lawley Primary and say it helps get them ready to learn.
Peru election results delayed after thousands get a one-day voting extension
Voters will have to wait until at least Monday to learn the outcome of Sunday's presidential election after the process was mired with logistical issues that left thousands unable to cast ballots.
‘Mezcal is a way of life’ for Mexican communities – but its popularity is costing the earth
Mezcal production in Mexico has gone from about 1 million litres in 2010 to more than 11 million in 2024.
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Iconic hotels made famous by film and TV shows
From obvious scene stealers in The White Lotus to the unexpected gem in David Lynch’s Twin Peaks, these properties are well worth checking into for cinephiles.
AI is already in British classrooms and policy needs to catch up
Artificial intelligence has moved well beyond the experimental phase in education. By 2026, it is no longer something schools approach cautiously or debate in the abstract, but a technology embedded in daily practice, shaping how lessons are planned, how students engage with
South Korea and Poland to upgrade ties as Tusk calls Seoul key ally after US
The leaders agreed to upgrade ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership.
Watch Young Thug Perform With Camila Cabello, Ty Dolla $ign at Coachella
The rapper also welcomed NAV, ran through years of hits, and called out Teyana Taylor for dodging his emails
Philippines says Chinese boats’ use of cyanide threatens outpost in disputed waters
Manila and Beijing are locked in a territorial dispute in the South China Sea.
China Box Office: ‘It’s OK’ Claims Top Spot on Slow Weekend
The local drama “It’s OK” ascended to the number one position at the China box office during the April 10–12 weekend, earning RMB31.0 million ($4.6 million) in its second full weekend, according to data from Artisan Gateway. Produced by China Film and directed by Yang Lina, the
Spanish premier urges China to take bigger role in multipolar order
Pedro Sanchez also called China's trade imbalance with the European Union "unsustainable" and called on Beijing to open its market to European imports.
High diesel prices will impact roadworks nationwide, says Malaysian lawmaker
He estimated that over a third of the 855 ongoing projects under his ministry would face delays.