Pentagon considers diverting Ukraine military aid to the Middle East

A shift would highlight the growing trade-offs required for the U.S. to sustain its war with Iran as the conflict depletes the military’s critical munitions.

'Ghost forests' could be key to understanding coastal resilience to climate change

Rising sea levels are contributing to a phenomenon called "ghost forests," which are groups of dead and dying standing trees that have been drowned by intruding saltwater. And all along the eastern U.S. where there used to be vibrant green trees, clusters of bare gray trunks

Nitrile and latex gloves may cause overestimation of microplastics in the lab

Nitrile and latex gloves that scientists wear while they are measuring microplastics may lead to a potential overestimation of the tiny pollutants, according to a University of Michigan study, published in Analytical Methods.

Indian Actor Sayani Gupta Makes Directorial Debut With Short Film ‘Aasmani,’ Starring Revathi (EXCLUSIVE)

Indian actor Sayani Gupta is stepping behind the camera for the first time with “Aasmani,” a short film she has written, directed and produced. The project marks a milestone the Film and Television Institute of India alumna has been working toward for 17 years. Gupta has built

Gulf countries want Trump to end Iran war — but not yet, officials say

The Saudis and Emiratis fear a deal that leaves the region less stable, and they have indicated support for an escalated campaign to force concessions from Tehran.

HBO Max-Domingo Corral Deal: What It Could Mean for Spain

Early last May, nearly 150 of the good and great in Spain’s film and TV industries led by Pedro and Agustín Almodóvar, Javier Bardem, Penélope Cruz, and Alejandro Amenábar signed a joint open letter expressing their gratitude to Domingo Corral, who has just been removed by

Niall Horan Says There Are Plans To Bring His ‘Dinner Party’ Tour to the U.S.

The former One Direction member will release his fourth solo album, Dinner Party , in June

Iran is what happens when leaders ignore their spies

Intelligence agencies are often blamed when the use of military force has an unexpected or negative outcome. Pundits often argue leaders end up in difficult situations because they are not fully informed, or intelligence agencies got it wrong. Of course, analysis is sometimes

TIFF Builds Out Inaugural Market Programming With Development Labs, Dealmaking Hub and IP Exchange (EXCLUSIVE)

TIFF has revealed the outline of its inaugural market programming which will boast several initiatives aimed at jumpstarting film and series projects from development through financing and sales. Called TIFF: The Market, the seven-day industry sidebar is set to run Sept 10-16,

Former Taipei mayor sentenced to 17 years in corruption case

TAIPEI, March 26 - A Taipei court on Thursday sentenced former city mayor and one-time presidential candidate Ko Wen-je to 17 years in jail after finding him guilty of corruption and misuse of political donations, the official Central News Agency said.

‘You lose your credibility’: Democrats warn against turning a blind eye to a colleague’s misconduct

The House Ethics Committee is about to embark on a rare trial to determine Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick’s political future.

‘I just want to go home’: Despair settles over the Capitol as DHS deal hopes evaporate

Raw feelings have replaced the optimism that sprouted up around bipartisan talks earlier this week.

Langkawi ferry trips cut 40% as diesel prices soar

Ferry rides to the archipelago have been reduced from five to three trips a day.

Reality check meeting with National Promotional Banks and state aid rules – ensuring access to finance to support the Clean Industrial Deal

DG Competition will hold a “Reality Check” to identify good practices on the activities of National Promotional Banks and potential bottlenecks caused by state aid rules. The objective of the meeting is in particular to better understand activities of National Promotional and

Gaza: Strike near Deir al‑Balāḥ tents kills at least one

Video from the scene shows a blast landing close to the camp, sending smoke into the air and triggering a fire as residents and medics rushed to carry away the wounded.

Watch the video: Pole and Hungarian, brothers be?

Donald Tusk has publicly called Budapest's alleged handling of EU secrets a "disgrace” and strongly condemned its growing loyalty to Moscow. This is no longer just a political disagreement; it is a full-blown fracture built up over the years. Let’s take a look at the timeline.

China bans runner after mid-marathon splits goes viral

Woman pleads not guilty to attempted murder of Rihanna

The 35-year-old woman alleged to have shot at Rihanna's Los Angeles home has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder. Rihanna and her family were in the house during the shooting on 8 March 2026.

Mexico races to clean crude from Veracruz coastline

Cleanup crews and navy personnel remained deployed along Mexico’s Gulf coast on 26 March after crude oil polluted beaches in Veracruz and Tabasco. Authorities said 128 tonnes of contaminated waste had been removed, while the source remains under investigation.

Ex-Taipei mayor jailed 17 years for corruption

Ko Wen-je was also banned from running for public office for six years.

Watch BTS Perform ‘Swim’ in the Guggenheim Museum on ‘Fallon’

The reunited group took over The Tonight Show for a performance and extensive interview about their career and new album, Arirang

Meet the “Telharmonium,” the First Synthesizer (and Predecessor to Muzak), Invented in 1897

Before the New Year, we brought you footage of Russian polymathic inventor Léon Theremin demonstrating the strange instrument that bears his surname, and we noted that the Theremin was the first electronic instrument. This is not strictly true, though it is the first electronic

Venezuela deploys robotic dogs for patrols in Caracas

Two robotic dogs are now patrolling public spaces in one of Caracas’s wealthiest districts. Officials say the technology is meant to support, not replace, police officers on the ground.

EU crisis reserve helps in Cyprus’ foot and mouth disease response

As Cyprus continues to fight the consequences of February's foot and mouth disease outbreak, the European Commission has mobilised its strategic stockpile of emergency supplies, rescEU, to support the ongoing response. The mobilization follows a request for assistance from the

Watch: Sarah Mullally becomes first woman to lead the Church of England

Sarah Mullally was installed as the first female Archbishop of Canterbury on 25 March 2026, marking a historic shift for the Church of England in its 1,400-year history amid ongoing internal divisions.

Cyprus: War-related tourism concerns and climate change efforts

Cypriot authorities stress that the country is safe, wanting to prevent a possible decrease in tourist flows due to the war in the Middle East.

Budapest's contact with Moscow during key EU meetings ‘greatly concerning,’ says Barroso

The former President of the European Commission believes Council President António Costa should exclude Hungary from confidential EU meetings if it fails to provide adequate clarifications over the incident.

New HBO Harry Potter series trailer released: Here’s everything you need to know

The first look at HBO’s big-budget TV reimagining of J.K. Rowling’s best-selling books also reveals that first season will premiere this Christmas – not in 2027 as previously expected.

Iran: U.S. cease-fire plans under review, no talks; Trump: Tehran wants deal

U.S. President Donald Trump says Iran wants a deal to end the war, while Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi denies talks. Tehran demands a cease-fire, compensation, and links any deal to halting attacks on Lebanon as a condition to end the war

Newsletter: Cut Hungary from EU talks unless it explains allegations of leaks to Russia - Barroso

Also in this neswsletter: The embattled EU-US trade deal is expected to clear the final hurdle in a vote in the European Parliament's plenary.

EU and Australia strengthen relations with Security and Defence Partnership and Trade Agreement

The EU and Australia have announced the adoption of a groundbreaking Security and Defence Partnership. They have also concluded negotiations for an ambitious and balanced free trade agreement (FTA) and agreed to launch formal negotiations for the association of Australia to

Asian Cup draw postponed as Middle East conflict continues

Myanmar’s rebuild stutters year after deadly quake

More than 3,800 people in Myanmar were killed in the 7.7-magnitude earthquake in March 2025.

Viva España! Madrid government to create body to promote Spanish music around the world

In cooperation with the Cervantes Institute and other bodies, Ernest Urtasun's Culture Ministry has revealed plans to promote Spain's music industry and ride the increasing wave of successful stars like Rosalía around the world.

South Korea’s population drop eases, raising hopes of reversal

South Korea’s population has been shrinking since hitting its peak at 51.84 million in 2019.

Netflix Wedding Horror Series ‘Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen’ Has a Great Hook, but Takes Too Long to Get There: TV Review

I have a pet theory that horror, as a genre, is an awkward fit for television. The tension necessary for effective scares is difficult to maintain over several hours; the mystery that creates suspense is hard to square with building characters and worlds through exposition.

Can modular construction solve Europe's housing shortages?

Europe has a housing crisis and a construction industry that can't keep up. Is modular construction, homes built in factories and assembled on-site, the fix to both?

The countries most vulnerable to a global energy crisis

A March 2026 report on power supply risks found that Singapore is the most vulnerable country if global energy markets collapse. With oil prices up nearly 20% following the US-Israeli joint strikes on Iran, a new study by the Energy World Mag reveals which nations would

Okada Junichi to Host Nippon TV’s ‘The Floor,’ Asia’s First Edition of Global Quiz Format (EXCLUSIVE)

Nippon TV has tapped top star Okada Junichi to front its Japanese adaptation of “The Floor,” the international quiz format from Talpa Studios, founded by John de Mol. The special will represent the format’s debut in Asia after roll-outs across more than 30 countries spanning

Air quality hits unhealthy levels in Seoul, other parts of South Korea

In Seoul, ultrafine dust levels have been particularly persistent.

Europe Today: G7 gathers in France as Iran rejects Trump's 15-point ceasefire plan

Tune in to Europe Today, Euronews' 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.

Cambodia court upholds 14 years’ jail sentences for journalists over border photo

They were convicted of “supplying a foreign state with information prejudicial to national defence”.

Africa: UN Votes to Declare Transatlantic Slave Trade Crime Against Humanity

[Premium Times] Only three countries voted against the resolution: Argentina, Israel, and the US.

Japan says it shares US view on Taiwan despite no mention after summit

Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi has struggled to stabilise ties with China since she took office in October.

Africa: Nigeria Remains Sub-Saharan Africa's Top Arms Importer, As Morocco Leads the Continent - Report

[This Day] Nigeria retained its position as the biggest arms importer in Sub-Saharan Africa, while Morocco overtook its North African neighbour, Algeria, to emerge overall importer of arms in Africa, according to new data released by Stockholm International Peace Research

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South Korea to raise fuel price cap but expand tax break to cushion blow from Iran conflict

It is set to unveil a new cap on fuel prices two weeks after introducing the ceiling.

Africa: Despite Africa's 4.7m Strong Developer Base, Gender Gap Still Limits Continent's Full Digital Potential - Report

[This Day] Boston Consulting Group (BCG), which empowers global organisations to grow and build sustainable competitive advantage, has released its latest report, revealing how Africa's software and applications developer community is scaling fast at 21 per cent annually.

Trump’s 15-point plan signals deep fear of losing the war

The language of power often reveals more than it intends. In a rare moment of candor on March 7, US President Donald Trump described the confrontation with Iran as “a big chess game at a very high level … I’m dealing with very smart players … high-level intellect. High, very

Philippines suspends spot sales of electricity due to Middle East conflict

The country’s Energy Regulatory Commission expects to finalise a modified pricing scheme by April.