Government to Discuss Request to Challenge Parliament Decision on Measures Against Energy Price Shock
The Council of Ministers is set to discuss at its regular meeting on Wednesday a draft decision approving a request to establish the unconstitutionality of a National Assembly decision adopted on March 13, 2026, concerning measures to address the price shock caused by high crude oil and natural gas»»»
Denmark votes in close election overshadowed by Trump's Greenland threats
Denmark votes in early general elections on Tuesday with centre-left Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen hoping her staunch line against US President Donald Trump's push to annex Greenland will carry her to a third term in office. Overseas seats held by Denmark's autonomous territories, incl»»»
Press Review - The end of Meloni's invincibility? Italian papers react to her failed referendum
PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, March 24, 2026: First, French papers are dedicating their front pages to former prime minister Lionel Jospin, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 88. Next, Italian front pages discuss the results of Monday's failed referendum. Also, the Financial Times looks into the mis»»»
Far-right MEP faces crimes against humanity probe over interceptions of migrant boats
A French judge is set to investigate former Frontex chief Fabrice Leggeri, now a member of the European Parliament for Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally, over allegations he encouraged staff to facilitate the interception of migrant boats in the Mediterranean Sea. A French judge will investi»»»
Thousands flock to see Greece’s annual 'pink veil' of peach blossoms
Visitors from across Greece but increasingly from across Europe as well are flocking to see the blossoming peach trees in the Veria region, located roughly 72km west of the country's second city Thessaloniki. The growing popularity of the annual spring celebrations organised around the blooms is pr»»»
EU and Australia sign free trade deal and boost defence cooperation
The European Union and Australia struck a long-awaited free-trade deal on March 24. The two countries have also agreed to boost defence cooperation and access to crucial rare-earth minerals in the face of global uncertainty over trade. Speaking while visiting Australia, EU chief Ursula von der Leye»»»
Russia rains drones on Ukraine, killing eight, hitting UNESCO site in Lviv
Russia fired almost 1,000 drones at Ukraine over the last 24-hours, unleashing one of its largest-ever daytime attacks, killing at least eight people and hitting the UNESCO-protected city centre of Lviv, officials said Tuesday. FRANCE 24's Eliza Herbert reports.»»»
What to know about the sweeping new EU-Australia trade agreement
The European Union and Australia struck a long-awaited free-trade deal on Tuesday as the bloc seeks to diversify its export markets and expand beyond its traditional partners. The deal, however, has drawn stern criticism from European farmers' groups that called concessions on exports of Australia»»»
Spotlight - 'We need a more European NATO': Rasmussen warns the US is 'turning its back on Europe'
François Picard is pleased to welcome former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen. According to NATO's Secretary General, Europe is entering a decisive strategic rupture, one that forces a long-delayed reckoning with its own dependency structures and security assumptions. The erosion of Ame»»»
Russia fires nearly 1,000 drones at Ukraine in 24 hours, killing at least eight
Moscow launched nearly 1,000 drones at Ukraine within 24 hours in one of its biggest-ever daytime attacks, killing at least eight people and damaging a UNESCO heritage site in Lviv. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday slammed Moscow's "absolute depravity" and said Russia "ha»»»
Why Filipinos stay: Bayanihan and the strength of community in the UAE
Dubai: Long before careers and opportunities, it is “bayanihan,” the Filipino value of collective help and unity, that defines the experience of many expatriates in the UAE. For community leaders and residents alike, bayanihan is not just a tradition carried from home, but a way of life adapted to »»»
15-volume history of Kyrgyz people project approved - | 24.KG
A project to produce a fundamental 15-volume work on the history of the Kyrgyz people has been approved in Kyrgyzstan. The decision was made at a meeting of the commission on the development of historical science under the President. The meeting was chaired by State Secretary Arslan Koichiev. Durin»»»
Implementation of new technologies in Kyrgyzstan requires qualified personnel - | 24.KG
The rollout of new technologies in Kyrgyzstan is facing a shortage of skilled personnel. Talant Amanov, Acting Chairman of the Board of Tunduk JSC, announced on Birinchi Radio. According to him, the implementation of new technologies is accompanied by a number of challenges, primarily related to pe»»»
The Observers - When AI 'enhances' or 'improves' an image
Using AI to "enhance" or "upscale" an image can make it look sharper. But it can also be dangerous. Several pieces of misinformation have recently circulated using these kinds of images. In the US city of Minneapolis in January, a woman named Renée Good was shot and killed by an agent from the»»»
Business - Oil plunges, stocks surge on Trump's Iran reprieve
Global crude oil prices fell about 10 percent and Wall Street stocks rallied after Donald Trump said he was holding off military strikes on Iran's power plants. The US president made the announcement following what he called "constructive talks" with Tehran, despite Iran denying it was negotiating »»»
Business - EU, Australia seal free trade deal eight years in the making
The EU and Australia have signed a sweeping free trade agreement that will eliminate tariffs on nearly all trade between them as global economies seek to hedge against chaotic US tariff policies. Also in this edition: crude oil prices rise again as traders remain sceptical of signals that Washingto»»»
Gold jumps in Dubai after 15-day fall, buyers caught off guard
Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai rose on Wednesday morning, marking the first gain in over two weeks and breaking a steady downward trend that had weighed on retail sentiment. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and India.) Sign up for our »»»
What we know and don't know about the US-Israel-Iran war negotiations
U.S. President Donald Trump's surprising claim this week that talks with Iran were yielding great progress has only raised more confusion over a war whose goals were already unclear. The most basic question: What talks? A 15-point plan from the Trump administration offering a potential pathway to a»»»
Several residential areas and districts of Bishkek to have no water on March 26 - | 24.KG
Drinking water supply will be shut off in some districts and residential areas of the capital from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on March 26. The press service of Bishkek City Hall reported. Residential buildings, schools, preschool, healthcare facilities, and other social and industrial facilities will have no»»»
Iran Informs IAEA of New Strike Near Bushehr NPP - Agency
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said on Tuesday that it had been informed by Iran of a new strike near the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant. Earlier in the day, the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran reported another missile strike near the plant, adding that there were no casualties or da»»»
Which countries in Europe and Asia have the most reserve coal-fired generating capacity in reserve?
Natural gas prices have already doubled since the start of the war in the Middle East and are expected to rise higher as the last of Qatar’s LNG exports arrive at their destinations. That has left countries around the worl»»»
Which countries in Europe and Asia have the most reserve coal-fired generating capacity in reserve?
Natural gas prices have already doubled since the start of the war in the Middle East and are expected to rise higher as the last of Qatar’s LNG exports arrive at their destinations. That has left countries around the worl»»»
INTERVIEW: Corazon Avecilla-Padiernos, the Philippines' representative to Taiwan
Corazon Avecilla-Padiernos is the Chairperson and Resident Representative at the Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO) to Taiwan. A long term former MECO director and advocate for women and girls' rights, the de facto ambassador of the Philippines as many see her recently took time o»»»
Which countries in Europe and Asia have the most reserve coal-fired generating capacity in reserve?
Natural gas prices have already doubled since the start of the war in the Middle East and are expected to rise higher as the last of Qatar’s LNG exports arrive at their destinations. That has left countries around the worl»»»
Which countries in Europe and Asia have the most reserve coal-fired generating capacity in reserve?
Natural gas prices have already doubled since the start of the war in the Middle East and are expected to rise higher as the last of Qatar’s LNG exports arrive at their destinations. That has left countries around the worl»»»
Pakistan offers Islamabad as venue for US-Iran peace talks
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has offered Islamabad as a venue for direct negotiations between the United States and Iran, as Pakistan joins Turkey and Egypt in acting as intermediaries in what has become the most significant diplomatic push since the conflict began four weeks ago. »»»
Which countries in Europe and Asia have the most reserve coal-fired generating capacity in reserve?
Natural gas prices have already doubled since the start of the war in the Middle East and are expected to rise higher as the last of Qatar’s LNG exports arrive at their destinations. That has left countries around the worl»»»
INTERVIEW: Corazon Avecilla-Padiernos, the Philippines' representative to Taiwan
Corazon Avecilla-Padiernos is the Chairperson and Resident Representative at the Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO) to Taiwan. A long term former MECO director and advocate for women and girls' rights, the de facto ambassador of the Philippines as many see her recently took time o»»»
Which countries in Europe and Asia have the most reserve coal-fired generating capacity in reserve?
Natural gas prices have already doubled since the start of the war in the Middle East and are expected to rise higher as the last of Qatar’s LNG exports arrive at their destinations. That has left countries around the worl»»»
Which countries in Europe and Asia have the most reserve coal-fired generating capacity in reserve?
Natural gas prices have already doubled since the start of the war in the Middle East and are expected to rise higher as the last of Qatar’s LNG exports arrive at their destinations. That has left countries around the worl»»»
INTERVIEW: Corazon Avecilla-Padiernos, the Philippines' representative to Taiwan
Corazon Avecilla-Padiernos is the Chairperson and Resident Representative at the Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO) to Taiwan. A long term former MECO director and advocate for women and girls' rights, the de facto ambassador of the Philippines as many see her recently took time o»»»
Which countries in Europe and Asia have the most reserve coal-fired generating capacity in reserve?
Natural gas prices have already doubled since the start of the war in the Middle East and are expected to rise higher as the last of Qatar’s LNG exports arrive at their destinations. That has left countries around the worl»»»
Clean energy stocks outperform oil majors as investors anticipate long-term switch to renewables due to Iran war
Shares in clean energy companies have outpaced oil majors since the outbreak of conflict involving Iran, as investors bet that higher fossil fuel prices will accelerate the shift towards renewables, the Financial Times reports. »»»
INTERVIEW: Corazon Avecilla-Padiernos, the Philippines' representative to Taiwan
Corazon Avecilla-Padiernos is the Chairperson and Resident Representative at the Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO) to Taiwan. A long term former MECO director and advocate for women and girls' rights, the de facto ambassador of the Philippines as many see her recently took time o»»»
Which countries in Europe and Asia have the most reserve coal-fired generating capacity in reserve?
Natural gas prices have already doubled since the start of the war in the Middle East and are expected to rise higher as the last of Qatar’s LNG exports arrive at their destinations. That has left countries around the worl»»»
Which countries in Europe and Asia have the most reserve coal-fired generating capacity in reserve?
Natural gas prices have already doubled since the start of the war in the Middle East and are expected to rise higher as the last of Qatar’s LNG exports arrive at their destinations. That has left countries around the worl»»»
Bangladesh nears launch of first nuclear power plant
Bangladesh is set to bring its first nuclear reactor online within months, marking a long-delayed milestone as the country struggles with severe energy shortages linked to disruptions in the Middle East, Bloomberg reported. »»»
Which countries in Europe and Asia have the most reserve coal-fired generating capacity in reserve?
Natural gas prices have already doubled since the start of the war in the Middle East and are expected to rise higher as the last of Qatar’s LNG exports arrive at their destinations. That has left countries around the worl»»»
Colombia military plane crash kills 69 exposing bases where cows roam runways
Colombia's deadliest military aviation disaster in decades claimed at least 69 lives on March 23 when an Aerospace Force C-130H Hercules crashed seconds after takeoff from Caucayá Airport in Puerto Leguízamo, Putumayo, according to a joint statement by armed forces commander General »»»
Clean energy stocks outperform oil majors as investors anticipate long-term switch to renewables due to Iran war
Shares in clean energy companies have outpaced oil majors since the outbreak of conflict involving Iran, as investors bet that higher fossil fuel prices will accelerate the shift towards renewables, the Financial Times reports. »»»
Argentina marks 50 years since coup amid renewed tensions over memory and justice
Argentina marked on March 24 the 50th anniversary of the 1976 military coup that ushered in one of the country’s darkest periods, with tens of thousands marching in Buenos Aires and across the country to honour victims of the dictatorship while human rights groups and international experts warned o»»»
Colombia military plane crash kills 69 exposing bases where cows roam runways
Colombia's deadliest military aviation disaster in decades claimed at least 69 lives on March 23 when an Aerospace Force C-130H Hercules crashed seconds after takeoff from Caucayá Airport in Puerto Leguízamo, Putumayo, according to a joint statement by armed forces commander General »»»
Argentina marks 50 years since coup amid renewed tensions over memory and justice
Argentina marked on March 24 the 50th anniversary of the 1976 military coup that ushered in one of the country’s darkest periods, with tens of thousands marching in Buenos Aires and across the country to honour victims of the dictatorship while human rights groups and international experts warned o»»»
Bangladesh nears launch of first nuclear power plant
Bangladesh is set to bring its first nuclear reactor online within months, marking a long-delayed milestone as the country struggles with severe energy shortages linked to disruptions in the Middle East, Bloomberg reported. »»»
Saudi Fund for Development signs $75mn Cameroon road loan
The Saudi Fund for Development has signed a $75mn loan agreement with Cameroon to finance the rehabilitation of the Sorawel-Dourbeye Road, strengthening a transport corridor linking the country with Nigeria and Chad. The a»»»
UAE restarts key gas plant as Hormuz disruption curbs LNG exports
The United Arab Emirates has resumed operations at its largest gas processing facility following an attack that halted output, even as exports of liquefied natural gas remain severely constrained by disruption in the Strait of Hormuz. »»»
Iranians freeze gas supplies to Turkey following Israeli strike on South Pars
Iran reportedly put a freeze on its natural gas exports to Turkey following last week’s Israeli strike on its biggest gas field, South Pars in the Persian Gulf. Citing people familiar with the matter, Bloomberg on Mar»»»
Number of ships passing through Hormuz rising after toll system established
The number of ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz is increasing as after a $2mn fee was established and the inform permits-for-passage system is smoothed by use. Commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is i»»»