Weather tracker: heavy snowfall and freezing rain sweep across US and Canada
Parts of US face another winter storm with severe conditions also pushing into Ontario, Quebec, and NewfoundlandNearly two months since a major storm brought widespread heavy snow and freezing rain to eastern parts of the US, a new winter storm is sweeping across north-eastern US states and south-eastern Canada.An area of low pressure, which first developed in north-western parts of the US late last week, intensified rapidly as it pushed north-east through central parts of the US. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Hong Kong businessman expected to take loss on Peak properties he bought for US$255m
Luxury residential property on Hong Kong’s Peak Road owned by businessman Chan King-wai has been put up for sale by public tender, several years after he acquired it from companies linked to CK group. Marketing agent JLL said on Monday that the adjoining sites at 86, 88 and 90 Peak Road are being offered for joint sale by tender. The residential lots have a combined area of about 28,620 sq ft. The site could attract bids of about HK$70,000 (US$8,939) to HK$100,000 per square foot, said Joseph... [Continue Reading]
UK will not be drawn into wider war in Middle East, says Keir Starmer
PM’s comments come as he announces support for households reliant on heating oil amid surging costsUK politics live – latest updatesThe UK will not be drawn into the wider war in the Middle East, Keir Starmer has said, as he announced that households reliant on heating oil to warm their homes would receive £53m of government support to help with their bills.After costs surged following the outbreak of the Iran conflict, lower-income households will get targeted support, while heating oil suppliers engaged in price gouging will face legal action and future market regulation, he warned. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Arrest of stateless teen in Malaysia highlights plight of Sabah’s 1 million non-citizens
The arrest of a 17-year-old stateless teenager during a school outing to buy Eid clothes at a Sabah mall for allegedly failing to show valid residence papers, has returned scrutiny to Malaysia’s treatment of undocumented people. Niko Ansboy, a student at Borneo Komrad, an alternative school for stateless children, was waiting outside a store during a school trip to the 1Borneo Hypermall when police detained him on Sunday. He was stopped by officers patrolling after the Kota Kinabalu District... [Continue Reading]
Katie Price backtracks claim husband Lee Andrews has Cambridge PhD
'He hasn’t got a PhD in Cambridge at all.' [Continue Reading]
Emmerdale favourite back after year’s absence as star returns to filming
Fans have been waiting for her return. [Continue Reading]
Sorry Coronation Street and Emmerdale fans – ITV is pulling the soaps again
More bad news! [Continue Reading]
Despite growing opposition, closing the UK military bases in Cyprus would not be easy
Cypriots have long felt that , far from providing protection from the tribulations of their geographical neighbourhood , the existence of two British sovereign base areas on the island effectively placed a target on the back of Cyprus and therefore of Cypriots. [Continue Reading]
McGovern admits directing crime gang over murder of man
One of the most senior figures in the Kinahan Organised Crime Group has pleaded guilty at the Special Criminal Court to directing a criminal gang in relation to the murder of one man and the surveillance of another. [Continue Reading]
Papers please: China raises pressure on Panama amid canal row with ship inspection wave
Beijing has increased its inspections on Panama-flagged vessels entering Chinese ports, a source from the shipping industry said, an action intended to raise the Latin American country’s stress level after its courts voided the operating rights of Hong Kong-based conglomerate CK Hutchison in the Panama Canal. Port state control (PSC) – the inspection regime countries may deploy to verify the compliance of foreign ships with various international standards – was being used as a form of leverage... [Continue Reading]
Nursery worker jailed for 24 years for raping and abusing children in his care
The judge called him an 'incorrigible and dangerous paedophile'. [Continue Reading]
Trump’s Threat to Delay Summit With Xi Casts New Shadow Over China Relations
President Trump warned that he could postpone a meeting set to begin in just over two weeks if China refuses to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz. [Continue Reading]
‘He’s definitely no Walter White’: former US academic charged with dealing meth
Alan Jay White, nicknamed ‘the professor’, arrested after raid of Indiana home found 78 grams of suspected methIn a case that calls to mind the plot of the fictional crime show Breaking Bad, a former US educator with the last name White is faced with charges of illicitly dealing methamphetamine.A 12 March statement from police in the town of Clarksville, Indiana, said officers searched the home of Alan Jay White five days earlier, finding 78 grams of suspected meth and counterfeit cash. They contended that the amount was too big for personal use, booking him with illegally peddling meth, counterfeiting... [Continue Reading]
Paris looks at five-way race for new mayor
In Paris, the much anticipated results from the first round of the municipal election are in, with Socialist Emmanuel Grégoire in the lead. Reflecting the importance of the election, voter turnout in the capital exceeded the national average, reaching 58.8%. [Continue Reading]
Israel expands its ground operation in southern Lebanon
The Israeli army says it has begun limited targeted ground operations against Hezbollah in South Lebanon. It comes three weeks after the US and Israel began carrying out strikes in Iran, a war that has since escalated throughout the Middle East, and beyond. Since the start of the war, over 800,000 people have been displaced and at least 800 killed. [Continue Reading]
PLA ramps up Taiwan patrols after lull as Beijing slams Lai’s ‘independence confession’
The People’s Liberation Army ramped up aircraft sorties near Taiwan over the weekend, ending two weeks of relative calm just as a defiant speech by Taiwanese leader William Lai Ching-te drew a strong rebuke from Beijing. From 6am on Saturday to 6am on Sunday, Taiwan detected 26 PLA aircraft sorties operating around the island. Sixteen of these entered the island’s air defence identification zone (ADIZ), according to data released by Taiwan’s defence ministry on Sunday. The 26 sorties marked a... [Continue Reading]
#QuitGPT: Can an AI boycott really change big tech?
It started quietly, with a handful of posts on tech forums and Reddit explaining why and how you should uninstall and unsubscribe from ChatGPT. Now the campaign #QuitGPT has more than 4 million participants worldwide, and the numbers are still climbing. FRANCE 24 tech journalist Charlotte Lam tells us more. [Continue Reading]
Michael B. Jordan Wins Best Actor at 98th Academy Awards
The 98th Academy Awards held recently has become a landmark event in Hollywood, marked by a series of notable achievements and accolades. Chief among them is the recognition of Michael B. Jordan as the winner of the best actor Oscar, a culmination of over two decades of performances leading to this momentous occasion. The event, brimming with excitement, featured Jordan receiving what was described as the "most thunderous applause of the night" during the ceremony, celebrating his remarkable performance in the film Sinners. This recognition reflects both Jordan's talent and the audience's strong connection to his work. Alongside Jordan, Jessie... [Continue Reading]
Creed to Sinners: Michael B Jordan's road to Oscars recognition
The 39-year-old has spent more than two decades acting and picked up the award for best actor at the Oscars. [Continue Reading]
Fire in SCB Medical College and Hospital in Odisha kills at least 10, likely caused by short circuit
A tragic fire in the trauma care unit of the SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack, located in the eastern Indian state of Odisha, has resulted in at least 10 fatalities. The incident occurred early on Monday on the first floor of the facility, with officials attributing the blaze to a likely short circuit, a common occurrence in India often linked to poorly maintained electrical wiring. Odisha's Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi confirmed the toll during a visit to the hospital, where he expressed condolences and interest in the rescue efforts that took place amid the chaos. Reports indicate... [Continue Reading]
No, MAGA is not divided on the Iran war
Trump’s supporters remain loyal, even if there are a few loud dissenting voices. [Continue Reading]
GCC and UK Condemn Iran’s Attacks on Gulf States in UN Resolution
The Gulf Cooperation Council and the United Kingdom have jointly condemned a series of attacks launched by Iran against the GCC member states and Jordan. These strikes targeted civilian infrastructure including oil and service facilities, as well as residential areas, causing civilian casualties and extensive damage. The condemnation was formalized in UN Security Council Resolution 2817, adopted in March 2026. The attacks not only violate international law but also undermine regional peace and security. GCC countries, heavily reliant on oil exports, face significant risks to their economic stability as vital energy infrastructure is threatened. The civilian population suffers from the... [Continue Reading]
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War on Iran: Can fuel rationing, remote work, short sleeves ease oil woes?
Rising oil prices amid the US-Israel war on Iran are pushing nations to readjust their energy policies. [Continue Reading]
Police Investigate Discovery of Man's Body in Wheelie Bin in Coventry Park
Police in Coventry are urgently working to identify a man discovered dead in a wheelie bin in Cash's Park, off Daimler Road. The body was located at approximately 5:00 PM GMT on Friday, prompting immediate action from the West Midlands Police. The victim is believed to be a man aged between 40 and 50, and police have launched a detailed investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. The deceased was found in a green-topped Coventry City Council wheelie bin, raising questions about how he ended up there and where the bin had been prior to its discovery. The police stated... [Continue Reading]
UK won't commit soldiers to a war without 'legal basis' amid Trump threats
US President Donald Trump has warned allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, and that refusal would mean NAto would face a 'very bad' future. Addressing the war, the British Prime Minister point blank rejected the threat, saying the UK would not commit to a war unless it had a clear objective and a strong lega basis. FRANCE 24 's Angela Diffley breaks it down for us. [Continue Reading]
Two young individuals die from meningitis outbreak in Canterbury, UK, as 13 cases reported by UK Health Security Agency
Two young individuals have tragically succumbed to an outbreak of meningitis in the Canterbury region of Kent, UK. The outbreak has been significant enough to prompt the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) to announce that it has been notified of 13 cases displaying symptoms indicative of meningitis. This alarming rise in cases occurred from Friday until the reporting on Sunday. The fatalities have heightened concerns about the spread of this serious illness within the local community, particularly among young people. The victims are reported to be aged between 18 and 21, with one confirmed as a student at the University... [Continue Reading]
Drone incident sparks fire near Dubai International Airport
The incident comes as Iran continues attacks in the Gulf region, raising concerns about security and the safety of key infrastructure. [Continue Reading]
Is it safe to travel to Turkey? Latest UK Foreign Office advice ahead of Easter holidays
Some 63 million tourists visited Turkey in 2025. [Continue Reading]
Replay: UK PM Keir Starmer addresses Middle East war following Trump threats
Rewatch as British Prime Minister Keir Starmer addresses the war in the Middle East following Trump's threat that lack of ally help would mean 'very bad' future for NATO. [Continue Reading]
Who did the Oscars 2026 reward and honour?
The politically charged action comedy “One Battle After Another” just managed to outmuscle Ryan Coogler’s musically driven vampire thriller “Sinners." in the 2026 Oscars Ceremony. But Michael B. Jordan still won best actor for “Sinners” and Jessie Buckley won for “Hamnet,” making her the first Irish performer to ever win in the category. [Continue Reading]
Javier Bardem leads Hollywood stars advocating for peace at politically-charged Oscars
Stars at the 2026 Oscars called for end to war. [Continue Reading]
Far-right and left make major gains across France in mayoral election
French municipal elections on March 15 gave political parties an early test of their electoral machines before next year’s presidential race, with a first round of voting for mayors and their teams across France. Although largely focused on grassroots concerns, the voting was being scrutinized for hints of whether the far-right National Rally party of Marine Le Pen is continuing to gain ground. [Continue Reading]
Are 'immature men' to blame for decreasing birth rates in the UK?
PRESS REVIEW – Monday, March 16: French papers analyse the first round of the country's municipal elections. Next: Cubans protest amid worsening economic conditions. Also: The New York Times tells the story of a difficult recovery after an act of violence. Finally, researchers look into the delayed "maturation" of men and its effect on women's willingness to become mothers. [Continue Reading]
‘Attention will swing back’: Epstein outrage unlikely to subside despite Trump’s Iran war
Advocates say 24/7 coverage of US attacks will not last for ever – and spotlight will return to Epstein and his crimesAs the US woke to news that Donald Trump had bombed Iran, domestic discord was fast simmering.There was unrelenting outrage over ICE raids. There was frustration with the rising cost of living. There was fear over rocketing healthcare prices, mounting household debt, not to mention many Americans’ nagging sense of desperation in a country, some warned, where democracy itself was under threat. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Officials ‘missed 99% of data’ on Covid vaccines before making recommendation, memos reveal
US based Covid vaccine recommendations for children and pregnant people on ideology instead of evidence, critics saySign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxThere was scant data behind ending the Covid vaccine recommendation for pregnant people and children, according to internal memos made public because of a lawsuit against the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).The memos overlooked hundreds of studies on the benefits and safety of Covid vaccination and set the precedent for making changes to vaccine recommendations based on ideology instead of evidence, critics say. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Who wants what from the Iran war?
Most people, although not everybody, want this war to end as quickly as possible. But on what terms? [Continue Reading]
Myanmar parliament dominated by pro-military party convenes after 5 years
New parliament opens for the first time since the 2021 coup after elections that excluded major opposition parties. [Continue Reading]
Nintendo says Donkey Kong Bananza contains ‘hints’ to next 3D Mario
The next big Super Mario game will take some cues from Donkey Kong Bananza, but don't expect it to ape Nintendo's destruct-a-thon. [Continue Reading]
EastEnders star Rita Simons undergoing major operation amid agonising health battle
Rita's going under the knife. [Continue Reading]
Nicolas Sarkozy back in court for fresh trial over alleged Libya funding
Ex-French president, who was jailed last year for criminal conspiracy, to be tried at Paris appeal court on four counts Nicolas Sarkozy is due to appear at the Paris court of appeal to face a fresh trial over allegations he conspired to receive illegal election campaign funding from the regime of the late Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi.The former rightwing French president, who was in office between 2007 and 2012, denies any wrongdoing. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
UK police share Irish tattoo details of man found dead
Police in England seeking to identify a man whose body was found in a wheelie bin in a park have released details of his "distinctive" tattoos. [Continue Reading]
Mega new supermarket that’s like ‘Tesco and Amazon combined’ launches in UK
China's biggest retailer has launched in the UK to rival Tesco, M&S and more. [Continue Reading]
Keir Starmer announces £53,000,000 support for households hit by rising heating oil prices
About 1.5 million households relying on heating oil already face soaring costs, with the price per litre doubling since the start of the crisis. [Continue Reading]
Two young people die following UK meningitis outbreak
Two young people have died following an outbreak of meningitis in the UK. [Continue Reading]
Early meningitis symptoms all young people should look out for amid UK outbreak
Meningitis can be a deadly infection if left untreated. [Continue Reading]
European takeover battle hots up with UniCredit’s ‘unfriendly attack’ on Commerzbank
Milan-based bank plans to up its near-30% stake in German lender to trigger formal talks despite strong opposition from BerlinTwo European banking powerhouses have become embroiled in a €35bn (£30bn) takeover battle after Italy’s UniCredit stepped up its long-running pursuit of German lender Commerzbank, despite strong opposition from the German government.UniCredit first took a stake of 9% in Commerzbank in September 2024 and has since built up its holding to just under 30%. It said on Monday it was pushing to increase that holding further and push the rival lender into formal merger talks. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Far-left and far-right gains throw French mainstream parties into a quandary
Awkward choices emerge for mainstream parties after the first round of mayoral elections. [Continue Reading]
Upmarket London cafe is selling a pot of just six blueberries for £1.50
The posh London cafe, in the 62-storey skyscraper 22 Bishopsgate, offers blueberries as toppings for porridge. [Continue Reading]
