Thailand could become as hot as the Sahara by 2070, research shows

The concern is what happens when the mean annual temperature rises above 29 deg C

Pakistan military chief, PM head home after Iran war diplomacy blitz

Field Marshall Asim Munir met Iran’s top leadership and peace negotiators during a three-day visit to Tehran.

UK’s Cooper urges full resumption of shipping through Hormuz Strait

ANTALYA, April 18 (Reuters) - British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said on Saturday the Strait of Hormuz had yet to return to normal operations despite a ceasefire in the Iran war, and urged Tehran to allow global shipping to resume fully. "We are at a critical diplomatic

Founding treaty of EU’s predecessor turns 75

On April 18 we celebrate 75 years since the signing of the Treaty of Paris establishing the European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC), the first Treaty that led to the creation of the European Union. Signed by Belgium, the Federal Republic of Germany, France, Italy, Luxembourg

Grammy-winning producer Swizz Beatz: Tech is changing the game but originality still rules

Grammy-winning music producer and entrepreneur Swizz Beatz tells Euronews Culture how technology is reshaping creativity, why originality still stands out, and what keeps drawing him back to the Middle East.

Hishammuddin vows loyalty after Umno lifts suspension, Khairy says ‘I’m home’

Both were among the 6,252 former leaders and members readmitted under the party’s Rumah Bangsa initiative.

Starmer faces calls to step down after appointing Epstein associate

Opposition leaders demanded Starmer's resignation on Thursday after it emerged that US envoy Peter Mandelson was appointed despite having failed his security check.

Lunum Mines 100% sector walkthrough in Pragmata

In this walkthrough, we'll guide you through the Lunum Mines in Pragmata, while finding every safe box, REM, and more so you can 100% the sector.

Experimental Pragmatics walkthrough in Pragmata

In this walkthrough, we'll guide you through the Experimental Pragmatics sector in Pragmata.

Central Port 100% sector walkthrough in Pragmata

In this walkthrough, we'll be guiding you through the Central Port and also how to 100% the sector.

All Lunum Mines upgrade component locations in Pragmata

Here are all the upgrade components you can find in the Lunum Mines in Pragmata, which you use to level up Hugh and Diana's skills.

All Central Port upgrade component locations in Pragmata

In this guide you learn where to find all the upgrade components in Central Port, the final sector in the game.

Who’d have thought a fossil-fuel shill like Trump would be the one to spark a green revolution? | George Monbiot

The US attack on Iran has made the need for renewable energy inarguable. Environmentalists are now being seen for the pragmatists that they are Donald Trump has done more to accelerate the energy transition than anyone else alive. Fossil fuel companies bankrolled his

Madonna, Sabrina Carpenter Make Coachella History With Stunning ‘Vogue’ and ‘Like a Prayer’ Duets

Carpenter brought out the pop icon for a performance that ignited Weekend Two

PETRONAS to negotiate with Russia on oil deal: Malaysian Prime Minister

This is to ensure sufficient supplies for domestic use, he said.

Lebanon president says his country is in 'a new phase' after Israel truce

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun declared Friday that the newly brokered ceasefire marks the start of a "new phase" for Lebanon, vowing the country will move toward permanent agreements with Israel.

Iranians fear sharpening pressure after war and crackdown

By Parisa Hafezi and Angus McDowall DUBAI, April 18 - Iranians striving to maintain a semblance of normal life after weeks of U.S. and Israeli bombing and a deadly crackdown on protesters in January remain daunted by the future, as damage from airstrikes and internet cuts take

Convoy of tankers is seen leaving Gulf, vessel tracking data shows

April 18 (Reuters) - A convoy of tankers was seen departing the Gulf and transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, vessel-tracking data showed. The group comprised four liquefied petroleum gas carriers and several oil product and chemical tankers, with more tankers following

Myanmar release of Suu Kyi top ally spurs small democracy hope

But optimism remains low among citizens and analysts watching for a democracy comeback.

Myanmar release of Aung San Suu Kyi top ally spurs small democracy hope

Win Myint's pardon on Friday (Apr 17) was the biggest concession yet by the country's post-coup leadership. Analysts argue it is actually a sign of the unassailed strength of Min Aung Hlaing's leadership.

History and heritage: Vacheron Constantin look back in time to create new watchmaking marvels

New horizons, near and far. Wherever you set your sights on going the Swiss luxury firm Vacheron Constantin want to help you get there with its latest collection which is themed around elegant and stylistic travel.

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Smoothies, juice, or whole fruits. Which is the healthiest way to consume fruit?

Fruit is a key part of any healthy diet, but the way it is consumed matters as much as whether it is consumed at all.

Would you work with a joke-cracking robot? Japan tries to catch up with China’s humanoids

At Japan’s first robotics expo, Tokyo turns to ‘physical AI’ as China and the US dominate robot manufacturing

Stranded and dying, the German whale is a parable of our troubled relationship with these sea giants

Even as we empathise with these intelligent animals, our relentless push for resources kills them in their thousands, just as whalers once hunted them to the brink of extinction For weeks now, a humpback whale has been trying to die. Entangled in ropes, it had wandered into the

Iran says Strait of Hormuz will 'not remain open' if US blockade continues

A fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran showed signs of strain Saturday as Tehran threatened to re-close the Strait of Hormuz over an ongoing American naval blockade.

Malaysian ministry to ensure smooth haj pilgrimage amid crises

Global geopolitical developments will be closely monitored, said a minister.

La coup de Grasset: The exodus of authors and the choice of a collective response

Not wanting to drift with their publishing house after Olivier Nora's ouster, 170 authors have announced that they are leaving Grasset. Writer Oscar Coop-Phane reflects on his experience. Bookseller Gwilherm Perthuis denounces an ultra-concentrated publishing industry.

New Australia defense strategy ignores US elephant in the room

Sometimes new government strategies really aren’t newsworthy. The 2026 National Defence Strategy (NDS) is like that. The biggest headline from the document is the additional defense spending of A$53 billion (US$38 billion) over the next decade, which the government claims (with

Dylan Sprouse Tackled and Held Down Trespasser at L.A. Home Until Police Arrived

The actor reportedly held the trespasser at gunpoint prior to tackling him

Madonna Teams Up With Sabrina Carpenter at Coachella for Transcendent Duets: ‘Vogue,’ ‘Like a Prayer’ and New Song

After rumors swirled that she would appear at Coachella weekend one, Madonna made a cameo during Sabrina Carpenter’s headlining performance on Friday night, emerging near the end of the set to perform “Vogue,” “Like a Prayer” and a new duet. Carpenter was midway through “Juno”

Iran war sees holidaymakers stay closer to home

One man says he cancelled his holiday to Spain due to the rising costs and uncertainty.

Indonesian haj departures on track amid Middle East war

The first wave of pilgrims will depart for Medina starting April 22.

Hormuz standoff sets a tense tone for Trump-Xi meet

The Trump administration’s decision to carry out a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has raised tensions in the Persian Gulf to new and more perilous levels. The move was announced by the US president, Donald Trump, after negotiations over a ceasefire with Iran broke down

April 2026 Trading Outlook: Fiscal Flows, Oil, Bank Credit, And Fed Interest Rates

Hublot CEO Julien Tornare: 'Culture and emotion drives our creativity'

Music, art and sport are the source of powerful emotions which the Swiss luxury watchmaker Hublot is seeking to harness with its latest Big Bang Reloaded collection.

‘In accordance with international law’: New Zealand defends military patrol flight near China

Beijing had accused New Zealand of undermining its security interests.

New Zealand defends military patrol flight near China

April 18 - New Zealand on Saturday defended the actions of a military patrol aircraft flight near China after Beijing said it had undermined its security interests.

ATI Inc: Industry Tailwinds, Management Confidence, Growing Margins

Woman arrested at Haneda airport in record ‘zombie cigarette’ drug haul

She is suspected of smuggling about 4kg of etomidate

Strategic autonomy or ambiguity? India’s Gulf dilemma

There is a lively and, at times, sharply divided discourse in India today on its foreign policy choices over the Iranian crisis. At the center of this debate is a simple but uncomfortable question: Is India being prudently cautious, needlessly timid or has it devolved into

Sabrina Carpenter Goes Full ‘Thelma & Louise’ at Coachella Weekend Two With Geena Davis Monologue

Sabrina Carpenter leaned into a “Thelma & Louise” theme with her weekend-two Coachella appearance Friday by featuring Geena Davis reading the mid-show monologue as an older “Aunt Sabrina,” succeeding last weekend’s guest Susan Sarandon. The monologue was half the length of

Australia, Japan ink multibillion dollar warship deal

Japan agreed on Saturday (Apr 18) on a deal to provide Australia's navy with the first of almost a dozen stealth frigates.

5-magnitude earthquakes strike off mountainous Nagano in Japan: NHK

There were no reports so far of any damage.

Trump says he has 'good news' on Iran, no clarity on peace deal

By Trevor Hunnicutt and Ariba Shahid WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD, April 18 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said there had been "some pretty good news about Iran", suggesting optimism about peace talks to end the war on Iran, but he said a ceasefire in the conflict may not be

Trump brands UK ‘crazy’ for not drilling the North Sea. But would it actually lower energy bills?

Donald Trump’s latest attack on renewables has reignited calls to drill the North Sea for oil – despite research showing it won’t lower energy bills.

Latest news bulletin | April 18th, 2026 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Padel holidays: One of the world’s fastest-growing sports becomes a smash hit for travel

Hotels and resorts are turning padel into a travel draw, blending sport, luxury stays and social play across Europe and beyond.

The rapid ascent of Anthropic: Inside the strategy behind an $800 billion valuation

The AI firm Anthropic has emerged as a dominant force in the global technology sector, attracting investor interest that values the company at approximately $800 billion (€678.3bn), but what is behind the success?

Six great reads: Iran’s social media memes, an abandoned department store and a 1,200-year-old record of cherry blossoms

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