India blocks release of film on Palestinian girl’s killing
New Delhi: India has blocked the release of ‘The Voice of Hind Rajab’, a film about the killing of a five-year-old Palestinian girl by Israeli forces, the movie's distributor told AFP on Saturday. The Oscar-nominated docudrama by French-Tunisian director Kaouther Ben Hania recounts the real-life de»»»
Barefoot and beaming: Cricket unites Uganda’s grandmothers
Jinja: Giggles and songs ripple across a field in rural eastern Uganda where elderly women swing cricket bats as a way to reshape what ageing, health and sports can look like in later life. The so-called "cricket grannies" are bound together by a growing love of a game they initially knew nothing a»»»
Taiwan leader says two nuclear power plants 'meet conditions' to restart
Taipei: Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te said Saturday two nuclear power plants "meet the conditions for reactivation", as the energy import-dependent island moves to strengthen its domestic power generation capacity. Taiwan relies almost entirely on imported fossil fuels to meet its energy needs, i»»»
Cabinet Chairman congratulates people of Kyrgyzstan on Nooruz - | 24.KG
A festive celebration of Nooruz was held on the country’s main Ala-Too Square in Bishkek. The Cabinet of Ministers’ press service reported. On behalf of the President, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev congratulated the people of Kyrgyzstan and visitors to the capital on the s»»»
Southeast England sees surge in nightclub-linked meningitis
London: The number of meningitis cases reported in a deadly outbreak linked to a nightclub in southeast England rose from 29 to 34, including 23 confirmed cases, UK health officials announced Saturday. Hundreds of students queued for meningitis B vaccines at the University of Kent - where several o»»»
UK meningitis outbreak cases rise to 34: official
London: The number of meningitis cases reported in a deadly outbreak linked to a nightclub in southeast England rose from 29 to 34, including 23 confirmed cases, UK health officials announced Saturday. Hundreds of students queued for meningitis B vaccines at the University of Kent -- where several »»»
Czech global arms company CSG signs agreement to acquire DOMAR MS in Poland
Czech-based defense group CSG has signed a preliminary agreement to acquire Polish company DOMAR MS through its subsidiary CSG Polska. The firm produces cable harnesses, electrical systems, and components used in defense, aviation, and specialized applications. The deal is expected to close within »»»
Iran launched unsuccesful attack on Diego Garcia, BBC understands
Iran launched an unsuccessful attack on Diego Garcia, the joint US-UK military base in the Chagos Islands, the BBC understands. Iran fired two ballistic missiles at the British Indian Ocean Territory, the Wall Street Journal and CNN reported overnight into Saturday, citing unnamed US officials, but»»»
Mbappe 100 percent, Bellingham fit, says Real Madrid's Arbeloa
Madrid: Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa said Saturday he has "maximum confidence" in French superstar Kylian Mbappe ahead of the derby clash against Atletico Madrid. Mbappe returned from a knee sprain as a substitute against Manchester City on Tuesday after missing five games and Arbeloa said he w»»»
French navy boards Russia-linked tanker in Mediterranean
The French navy has boarded and seized an oil tanker sailing in the Western Mediterranean from the Russian port of Murmansk accused of belonging to what has been dubbed Moscow's "shadow fleet", vessels of opaque ownership suspected of dodging Western sanctions on the country's crude oil exports. T»»»
The beauty icon still inspires the world!
Her iconic beauty inspired the world for many years; her missed body astonished many experts and left them wondering about the place of her tomb until today. This is Queen Nefertiti one of the most beautiful and powerful Egyptian Queens in ancient Egypt. Her name means “a beautiful woman has come,”»»»
Talking Europe - 'Polish populists have decided to turn anti-European': Warsaw mayor Rafal Trzaskowski
Talking Europe travels to Warsaw to meet the mayor of the city and former presidential candidate Rafal Trzaskowski, just as the political temperature rises ahead of high-stakes parliamentary elections scheduled for next year. Trzaskowski argues that a long-standing consensus in Polish politics »»»
Fries are much more than a side - here’s how to turn them into dinner
About halfway down Shop Street in downtown Galway, Ireland, there’s often a crowd outside Chipeen, where they serve hundreds of pounds each day of what they call "proper Irish chips” - chunky peeled potato batons cut thicker than a typical American fry. Crispy and golden outside, with a fluffy inte»»»
From bats to bonds: Uganda's 'cricket grannies'
Jinja, Uganda: Giggles and songs ripple across a field in rural eastern Uganda where elderly women swing cricket bats as a way to reshape what ageing, health and sports can look like in later life. The so-called "cricket grannies" are bound together by a growing love of a game they initially knew n»»»
QNB expects the US Fed to cut twice in 2026
Doha, Qatar: QNB said Saturday that it expects the US Federal Reserve to continue gradually easing its monetary policy and to implement two additional interest rate cuts this year, bringing the rate down to 3.25%. In its weekly note, QNB said that the impact of geopolitical tensions and commodity p»»»
Dortmund extend injured captain Can's contract
Berlin: Borussia Dortmund have made good on their promise to support captain Emre Can as he recovers from an ACL injury, extending his deal by one season until 2027 on Saturday. Can suffered the season-ending knee injury in Dortmund's 3-2 home loss to Bayern Munich in February after slipping on adv»»»
President Saïed receives phone call from Macron on 70th independence anniversary [update1]
Tunis, March 21 (TAP)- President of the Republic Kais Saïd Friday received a phone call from French president Emmanuel Macron who congratuated him on Tunisia's 70th independence anniversary. The Head of State and the French president...»»»
Healthcare: Door2Door professional meetings to be held next April in Abidjan
Tunis, March 21 (TAP) - Door2Door professional meetings on healthcare products will be held next April 23-25 in Abidjan, at the initiative of the Export Promotion Centre (French: CEPEX) in collaboration with the Tunisian Embassy in Abidjan. This...»»»
President Saïed receives phone call from Macron on 70th independence anniversary
Tunis, March 21 (TAP)- President of the Republic Kais Saïd Friday received a phone call from French president Emmanuel Macron who congratuated him on Tunisia's 70th independence anniversary. The Head of State and the French president...»»»
Burhan Rejects Ceasefire Before RSF Surrender as Drone Strike Hits Power Station in Northern Sudan
A drone attack blamed on the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) struck the town of Al-Dabba in northern Sudan, targeting a power station and the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Dongola, officials said Friday. The strike cut electricity to the town and left at least three people inj»»»
How this Filipino group in Dubai celebrates Eid by supporting mothers
Dubai: The Filipino Social Club (Filsoc) in Dubai is set to host a special gift-giving programme on March 22. Titled as “Filsoc Free Diaper Gifts,” the initiative aims to recognise the everyday sacrifices of mothers within the community. “It is a time to honour the incredible strength of mothers. W»»»
Venezuela Reshapes Military in Shift Toward Washington
A sweeping overhaul of Venezuela's top brass is designed to remake the armed forces and draw them closer to Washington, multiple military and political sources told AFP. Delcy Rodriguez has been in power for less than three months, but has already taken major steps to overhaul Venezuela's economy a»»»
Israel, Iran Trade Attacks as US Sends Marines to Middle East
Israel and Iran attacked each other on Saturday as the US was sending thousands more Marines to the Middle East and President Donald Trump accused NATO allies of cowardice over their reluctance to help open the Strait of Hormuz. Israel also attacked Beirut, saying it was targeting Hezbollah as it s»»»
‘Reliance on official, verified news crucial during regional tensions’
Doha, Qatar: During times of regional geopolitical tension, relying on official and verified news sources becomes essential not only for personal awareness but also for maintaining public order and responsible civic engagement, according to Lecturer at the College of Law at Hamad Bin Khalifa Univer»»»
Macron slams ‘unacceptable’ Israeli attacks on Lebanon
Israel’s ongoing military operation in Lebanon violates international law, French President Emmanuel Macron has said. Speaking at a European Council press conference in Brussels on Thursday, Macron also criticized the attacks on Israel being carried out by Lebanese-based militant movement Hezbollah»»»
Orbán: “We do not negotiate while being threatened and blackmailed”
Prime Minister Orbán resumed his nationwide tour with a stop in Szentendre, where he delivered a sharp message on energy security, the war in Ukraine, and Hungary’s position within the European Union. Speaking to supporters, the prime minister framed the current geopolitical situation as a decisive»»»
Citizens and residents mark Eid with resilience and unity amid regional crisis
Doha, Qatar: Eid celebrations across Qatar are unfolding in a spirit of resilience and unity, as citizens and residents come together to observe the festive occasion despite the backdrop of ongoing regional tensions. Eid prayers, held indoors yesterday at designated venues such as the Education Cit»»»
Far from war, global fuel frustrations mount
LAGOS — Far from the Middle East war, fallout from oil disruptions is reverberating across the world, unsettling lives from Lagos to Manila as people adjust to fuel price hikes and gas shortages.Benchmark oil prices are hovering around $100, a surge of around 40 to 50 per cent since the war against»»»
The global economy is paying the price for Epic Fury
Three weeks after the outbreak of the US-Israeli war on Iran, the world has entered an exceptionally dangerous phase. The confrontation has expanded far beyond the bounds of a conventional military conflict. It has developed into a multi-layered war in which military fronts converge with immense ec»»»
Why modern-day wars can easily go regional
The world is now passing through an era of ‘strategic unravelling’, and its proportions are catastrophic. Conflicts no longer remain confined to their immediate geographies. With grim persistence, they expand into regional wars. Their prevalence stems from the breakdown of the post-1945 internation»»»
No, Iran didn't publish a 'list' of 11 American cities to target
A video claiming that Iran published a list of 11 American cities it plans to target has gone viral since it was first posted on Instagram on March 3. We found the origin of this list, and it turns out that it has nothing to do with Iran. Instagram user truecrimewithbella posted a video on Ma»»»
French jihadist sentenced to life in jail over IS group genocide of Iraq's Yazidis
A court in France has sentenced jihadist Sabri Essid for his part in "the genocide perpetrated by the Islamic State group" against Iraq's Yazidi minority, in the first French trial of its kind. Essid is presumed to have been killed in 2018, but without proof of his death he was tried and convicted »»»
Tête à tête - 'Trump could be ready to stop the war at almost any moment,' ex-adviser John Bolton says
In an interview with FRANCE 24, former US national security adviser John Bolton said US President Donald Trump "could be ready to stop the war at almost any moment". Bolton also said he remains mystified by Trump's reversal on regime change in Iran and warned that the Iranian opposition is not rece»»»
Buffy the Vampire Slayer actor Nicholas Brendon dies aged 54
US actor Nicholas Brendon, renowned for his starring role in the cult TV series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has died aged 54. Brendon's family confirmed in a statement on social media "he passed in his sleep of natural causes". His family added: "He was passionate, sensitive, and endlessly driven to »»»
Democracy fading as autocractic rulers gain ground – Statista
Released on March 19, the latest Freedom in the World 2026 report finds that global freedom declined for the 20th consecutive year in 2025, with more countries experiencing a deterioration in political rights and civil liberties than improvements, Statista reports. »»»
Iran's supreme leader issues Nowruz message, says unity has 'broken the enemy'
Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, issued a message marking the Persian New Year on March 20,in a written message following his appointment earlier in the month, following the death of his father. The younger K»»»
Iran's supreme leader issues Nowruz message, says unity has 'broken the enemy'
Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, issued a message marking the Persian New Year on March 20,in a written message following his appointment earlier in the month, following the death of his father. The younger K»»»
Iran's supreme leader issues Nowruz message, says unity has 'broken the enemy'
Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, issued a message marking the Persian New Year on March 20,in a written message following his appointment earlier in the month, following the death of his father. The younger K»»»
Georgians continue fight for democracy after almost 500 days of protest
It's Saturday night in Tbilisi. A crowd is gathering outside the city's State Concert Hall, chatting among themselves. For some, the gathering offers a brief respite from the exhaustion of prolonged demonstration. For others, it is an act of defiance against a government that opposition figures, We»»»
Belarus frees another 250 political prisoners as US eases sanctions
Belarus has released another 250 political prisoners, the largest single release to date, after cutting a new sanctions relief deal with the US, Associated Press reported on March 19. President Alexander Lukashenko ordered»»»
Ukraine risks aid shortfall as reform delays and EU divisions test financial lifeline
Ukraine faces a growing risk of losing critical international support in 2026-2027 as reform delays at home coincide with mounting political divisions within the EU over future financing for Kyiv, reported Ukraine Business News. »»»
Abu Dhabi Police warn of begging scams after 118 arrests
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Police said they had apprehended 118 beggars during the holy month of Ramadan as part of ongoing efforts to combat begging, enhance community safety and preserve the emirate’s public image. Authorities said the intensified inspection campaigns are part of proactive plans to cur»»»
Socialists battle to hold Paris in key mayoral elections across France
Mayors for France's major towns and cities will be chosen on Sunday, in the last vote before next year's presidential elections. Excitement is especially high in Paris and Nice. The capital could shift to the right after 25 years under a Socialist-led coalition, if Rachida Dati comes from behind in»»»
APIA approves 56 agricultural investments in Sousse
Tunis, March 20 (TAP) - The Regional Benefits-Granting Committee under the Agricultural Investment Promotion Agency (French: APIA) in Sousse, approved 56 agricultural investment operations this week, worth TND 1.939 million. Tthe committee approved...»»»
Türkiye condemns Israeli aggression on southern Syria as a “dangerous escalation”
Ankara, March 20 (SANA) The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a strong condemnation on Friday regarding the Israeli aggression that targeted military infrastructure in southern Syria earlier today, labeling the move a “dangerous escalation” in the region. In an official statement, the Turk»»»
White House releases AI laws framework to prevent state laws - UPI.com
The White House Friday released a legislative framework for artificial intelligence. File Photo by Fazry Ismail/EPA March 20 (UPI) -- The White House released a new legislative framework for artificial intelligence creating a federal policy to prevent states from making their own laws about it. "Th»»»
‘Ending Soon’: Netanyahu Shifts Iran War Goals
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is gradually scaling back his sweeping ambition to end the war with Iran by toppling its regime, bringing his rhetoric closer to that of US President Donald Trump. Netanyahu now speaks of “achieving tremendous gains” through three objectives: curbing Iran’s»»»
Israeli Army Advances into Lebanon on Four Axes
Israeli troops advanced from four directions on Friday into Lebanese territory, as attacks resumed along the Khiam and Taybeh axes, operations restarted on the Maroun al-Ras front, and a new axis was opened in the western sector toward the town of Naqoura. The push appears aimed at dispersing defen»»»
French foreign minister calls on Iran to make ‘major concessions’ – Ya Libnan
Share: French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said on a visit to Israel that Iran must make major concessions as part of any long-term political solution following the Middle East war. “Whatever the outcome of the ongoing military operations, it must be complemented by a political solution that p»»»
Italy in Talks with US, Azerbaijan, Algeria to Offset Loss of Gas from Qatar
Italy is talking to several countries, including the United States, Azerbaijan and Algeria, to secure gas supplies now that Iranian strikes on Qatar appear to have halted its exports for an extended period, Energy Minister Gilberto Pichetto Fratin said. Iranian attacks have knocked out 17% of Qatar»»»