‘Save this country’: Robert De Niro's passionate speech prior to Trump's State of the Union address

The Oscar winning actor shared his prediction that Donald Trump “will never leave” office and that it is up to Americans to “get rid of him”.

Hear Aldous Huxley Read Brave New World. Plus 84 Classic Radio Dramas from CBS Radio Workshop (1956–57)

We seem to be living through yet another major moment for podcasting. Over the past two decades, the medium has gone from niche experiment to mainstream habit, becoming a regular part of how we learn, entertain ourselves, and pass the time. The popularity of podcasts—in an age

Starbucks to launch Aerocano drink in South Korea on Feb 26

It is made by injecting air into iced espresso, creating a creamy texture and lighter mouthfeel.

Watch: Seagull rescued with CPR by Istanbul football captain after ball collision

Turkey witnessed an unusual scene during an amateur playoff in Istanbul when a seagull was hit by a clearance kick.

Kneecap Evoke ‘Revolutionary Times’ on Rousing Single ‘Smugglers & Scholars’

The Belfast rap group will release a new album, Fenian , on April 24

Thai poll body certifies most election results, say source and media reports

396 constituency seats in the 500-member Lower House have been reportedly been certified.

Sri Lanka arrests ex-spy chief over 2019 Easter bombings

The former head of intelligence allegedly allowed the attacks to happen with the intention of influencing the 2019 presidential election.

Trump makes little mention of China in the longest State of the Union speech

U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit Beijing from March 31 to April 2, after a year of heightened trade tensions between the two countries.

Watch the video: 'Friendship' pipeline is tearing Europe apart — but why?

In the 1960s, the Soviet Union built one of the longest oil pipelines in the world to supply Warsaw Pact states. It was called Druzhba, which translates to "friendship." Right now, that friendship pipeline is tearing Europe apart.

South Korea’s Lee calls for tourism overhaul, targets 30 million foreign visitors

The number of inbound foreign visitors was over 18 million in 2025, up 15.7 per cent from 2024.

Key figures on food chain – agriculture’s value added

Key figures on the European food chain - 2025 edition, published in December, traces the journey of our food from farm to fork. The publication covers the entire food chain, including production, processing, distribution, international trade, consumption and environmental

Brazil landslides: 43 missing after heavy rain hits state of Minas Gerais

Brazil is facing deadly floods in Minas Gerais after record rain hit Juiz de Fora and Uba.

Jimmy Kimmel, Stephen Colbert Respond to Trump’s State of the Union: ‘Nut Job Wannabe King’

"When you ramble incoherently for two hours is that technically still a speech or does it at some point become a conniption fit?"

Rubio heads to Caribbean as Trump’s Iran gambit nears tipping point

Marco Rubio is attending a regional summit to emphasize the Trump administration’s focus on the Western Hemisphere even as conflict in the Middle East looms.

Is this the future of train travel? Robot dogs and drones take over a metro station in China

China's first full-space "robot cluster" is designed to support staff, speed up important train inspections, and make metro travel safer.

Greece ranked the world’s top destination for ‘dock and dine’ tourism

A study by BoatBooker revealed that Greece is the number one country for gastronomic destinations accessible exclusively by sea.

Poland marks four years since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in Warsaw

Crowds in Warsaw marked four years since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, demanding continued Western support and affirming that Crimea is Ukraine.

Anwar aide dismisses minister’s call for royal inquiry into Malaysia’s anti-graft agency

The call for a royal inquiry must not be based on hearsay, says Kamil Munim, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's political secretary in the Finance Ministry.

Can Olympic skier Eileen Gu continue to walk the US-China tightrope?

Public reactions from the two nations were strikingly different after the US-born Chinese skier won an Olympic gold.

AI robot monk in Japan helps answer humans’ sensitive questions

Buddharoid can offer a sense of presence at religious sanctuaries in addition to voice communications.

‘Gone,’ From ‘Hijack’ and ‘Lupin’ Creator George Kay, Pre-Sold to BritBox for North America by All3Media International (EXCLUSIVE)

Identifying one of the hot tickets at this year’s London TV Screenings,’ “Gone,” from George Kay, creator or writer of “Hijack,” “The Long Shadow” and “Lupin,” has scored bullish pre-sales across four continents led by a BritBox deal for the U.S. and Canada. Other pre-sales on

Trump welcomes Olympic medal-winning hockey team during State of the Union address

US President Donald Trump welcomes the Olympic medal-winning men's hockey team during his State of the Union address at the Capitol.

Iran dismisses missile, nuclear claims after Trump alleges 'sinister ambitions'

Iran on Wednesday dismissed US claims about its missile programme as "big lies", after President Donald Trump said Tehran was developing missiles that could strike the United States. In his State of the Union address on Tuesday, Trump accused Tehran of "sinister nuclear

Updated Ukraine Recovery and Reconstruction Needs Assessment Released

Findings highlight the expanding footprint of destruction and the increasing complexity in restoring systems essential for economic recovery and social well‑being. Four years into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, an updated joint Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment (RDNA5) released

Don't break up NewJeans and I'll forgo $18m payout, says ex-K-pop boss

Min Hee-jin has said she "can no longer bear to watch" the group get "torn apart".

Axon Earnings: The Panic Ends

Malaysian university student arrested for posting photo of foot on Quran

He has since removed the posts, but they have already been widely circulated.

Mandarin Oriental to launch luxury river cruise along the Nile

The hotel group is also taking over two properties in Egypt, including the Old Cataract hotel where Agatha Christie is said to have penned Death on the Nile.

Commission seeks feedback on new initiative on coastal communities

The Commission has launched a call for evidence to shape the EU strategy for coastal communities. Announced in the European Ocean Pact, the strategy aims at promoting resilience, economic growth, and tackle unique challenges faced by the coastal regions. Have your say The

Indonesia’s carrier dream risks becoming a port queen

Indonesia’s bid to acquire the retired Italian carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi is being pitched as a step toward greater maritime resilience. But it may instead expose a widening gap between ambition and the hard realities of doctrine, budgets and fleet readiness. This month,

‘Buoyant’ Hong Kong economy spurs fiscal deficit turnaround, budget shows

The buoyant economy will help the city return to a budget surplus after several years of deficits.

Modi's Israel visit to test India's priorities in the Middle East

India and Israel's relations have expanded since Modi came to power more than a decade ago.

Suspect discovered inside garbage bin following police chase in Ohio

In Ohio, a sanitation worker got a shock after finding a man hiding in a trash can during his route. The suspect had fled a traffic stop earlier and was hiding from police. Dashcam video shows him jumping out and running as officers chase, losing his shoes during the pursuit.

China sanctions hit back hard at Japan’s remilitarization drive

China has ramped up its retaliation against Japan’s accelerating military build-up under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. On Tuesday, February 24, China’s Ministry of Commerce banned the export of dual-use items — goods with both civilian and military applications — to 20

Africa: All of Africa Today - February 25, 2026

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Gen Z influencers trade Europe for Dubai’s booming content economy

Young Europeans are increasingly looking beyond the continent to work, create and build careers, with Dubai emerging as a primary destination for Gen Z talent.

Europe’s climate policy turning into lobbyists’ playground, watchdog says

New research reveals that the EU’s Clean Industrial Deal has been transformed into a corporate-driven policy project dominated by heavy industry lobbying, resulting in a shift away from real decarbonisation toward deregulation and weakened climate rules.

One Europe, one market’ and ‘buy European’ push to boost competitiveness

Ursula Von der Leyen’s ‘one Europe, one market’ plan and calls from EU countries for stricter ‘buy European’ rules are central to the new competitiveness strategy. Watch the video for more details.

Red Sea: Council extends the mandate of Operation ASPIDES to safeguard freedom of navigation

The Council has decided to extend the European Union’s maritime security operation to safeguard freedom of navigation in relation to the Red Sea crisis (EUNAVFOR ASPIDES) until 28 February 2027, following the strategic review of the operation. As part of the extension, the

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Key partner in Malaysia’s ruling coalition calls for royal inquiry into anti-graft agency

The agency has been accused of misconduct and breaching public service laws, among other allegations.

Key partner in Malaysia's ruling coalition calls for royal inquiry into anti-graft agency

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 - A key party in Malaysia's ruling coalition called on Wednesday for a royal commission of inquiry (RCI) to be formed to investigate misconduct allegations against the country's anti-graft agency.

Retired Myanmar general set for powerful role in new parliament, sources say

Feb 25 - A retired general from an army-backed party that swept Myanmar's election is set to take the powerful role of speaker of parliament, party sources said, which could help the military cement control of government after a return to democratic rule.

Retired Myanmar general set for powerful role in new Parliament, sources say

Khin Yi is tipped to take the pivotal post of Lower House Speaker, sources say.

Europe Today: Trump's State of the Union; EU leaders weigh options on Ukraine

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.

South Korea and the US to conduct Freedom Shield military drills in March

SEOUL, Feb 25 - South Korea and the United States will conduct major joint military drills known as Freedom Shield from March 9 to 19, military officials from the countries said on Wednesday.

India's Modi visits Israel as US-Iran tensions mount

By Alexander Cornwell JERUSALEM, Feb 25 (Reuters) - India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Israel on Wednesday for a two-day visit that both countries have cast as a chance to deepen relations, as regional concerns mount over the risk of military conflict between the

New computation method for climate extremes: Researchers at the University of Graz reveal tenfold increase of heat over Europe

How much will heat, flooding, drought and storms increase as a result of human-induced climate change? In a groundbreaking study, climate researcher Gottfried Kirchengast and his team at the University of Graz have developed a new method for computing the hazards from extreme