Boat trip blunder as SA premier passes through sanctuary zone
An election campaign boat trip involving the SA premier has faced criticism after the state's peak recreational fishing body , which says it organised the trip , admitted it breached marine regulations by towing lures in a sanctuary zone. [Continue Reading]
Is an end to health insurance price hikes in sight?
A trend of multi-annual increases for health insurance policy holders is leading many to question how high policy prices can go and whether the costs are sustainable. [Continue Reading]
Tired skin? These top‑rated sheet masks deliver smoother texture and instant glow
We're obsessed with sheet masks RN. [Continue Reading]
Undercover officer deceived women with ‘grotesque and cruel’ lies, spycops inquiry told
Carlo Soracchi admits exploiting empathy of woman who had abusive father by claiming his father abused his sister An undercover police officer told “grotesque and cruel” lies while emotionally manipulating two women he had deceived into long-term sexual relationships, the spycops public inquiry has heard.Carlo Soracchi admitted he sought to elicit the empathy of one of the women by claiming that his sister had been abused by his father. He also told her that his father had died when he was actually alive. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
The best button-up long-sleeved pyjama sets you can shop right now
You just can’t beat waking up in a gorgeous pair of pyjamas. [Continue Reading]
The Capture season 2 ending explained as BBC thriller returns after four years
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What everyone misunderstands about Iran
The story of modern Iran begins with a CIA coup in 1953 - and its lessons should haunt Donald Trump, writes Deputy Foreign Editor Edmund Heaphy. [Continue Reading]
Pay up: The return of Irish bankers' bumper pay packets
Bankers' pay is rising again, and while they may not be earning anywhere near the excesses seen in the Celtic Tiger years, the scale of their compensation packages is sure to cause plenty of irritation, writes Adam Maguire. [Continue Reading]
US, Israel strikes hit oil depot in Tehran
The US and Israel struck an oil depot in Tehran on Saturday. After attacking the regime's defence systems, the Israelins and Americans are attacking the regime's production sites and logistics. Satellite images show the extent of the devastation to port infrastructure. FRANCE 24's Olivier Faissolle and Daniel Quinlan have more. [Continue Reading]
Kuwait City tower on fire as Iranian air strikes continue across Gulf countries
With the war in its ninth day, Sunday began with reports of explosions in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Qatar with smoke also seen above Tehran. [Continue Reading]
Sri Lanka hospital discharges 22 Iranian sailors rescued after warship sinking
Sri Lanka discharged from hospital 22 Iranian sailors who were plucked from life rafts after their warship was sunk by a US submarine, officials said on Sunday. The sailors were treated at Karapitiya Hospital in the southern port city of Galle since Wednesday after the IRIS Dena was torpedoed just outside Sri Lanka’s territorial waters. “Another 10 are still undergoing treatment,” said a medical officer at the hospital. He said the bodies of 84 Iranians retrieved from the Indian Ocean were also... [Continue Reading]
Quantum tech breakthrough: China’s double-photon device breaks efficiency ceiling
Chinese scientists have cracked a long-standing puzzle in quantum optics, creating a tiny device that spits out pairs of light particles on demand with unprecedented purity and efficiency that could upend the quantum race. Single-photon devices are maturing rapidly, but the field is now pursuing efficient two-photon sources that can pave the way for sharper medical imaging, unbreakable encryption and next-generation sensors. In precision measurement, for instance, using two photons can double... [Continue Reading]
Govt-chartered flight arrives in Dublin from Oman
The first Government chartered flight to bring people stranded in the Middle East home to Ireland arrived at Dublin Airport from Oman just before 5am. [Continue Reading]
Russell wins first race of new F1 era in Australia
George Russell takes a comfortable victory in the Australian Grand Prix at the start of a new F1 era after an early scrap with Charles Leclerc. [Continue Reading]
US embassy in Norway’s Oslo hit by explosion but no injuries, police say
The US embassy in Oslo was hit by an explosion in the early hours of Sunday but no one was injured, police in the Norwegian capital said, adding the cause was not immediately known. The blast occurred around 1am local time and caused only “minor material damage” to one of the building’s entrances, Oslo police said in a statement. Investigators were examining the scene, while dogs, drones, and helicopters were involved in the search “for one or more potential perpetrators”, it said. “Police view... [Continue Reading]
Hong Kong considers raising MPF contributions after 13-year freeze on thresholds
Hong Kong’s workers and employers may have to pay more into the Mandatory Provident Fund, as the pension regulator considers calls to raise the contribution threshold, which has remained unchanged for 13 years. Ayesha Macpherson Lau, chairwoman of the Mandatory Provident Fund Authority (MPFA), said in her blog on Sunday that the body had consulted various stakeholder groups since February on adjusting the minimum and maximum income levels used to determine contributions. She hinted at a possible... [Continue Reading]
Palestinians risk life and limb to fish in Gaza’s Israeli-controlled sea
Gaza's fishing industry collapses under Israeli blockade, leaving fishermen risking their lives for minimal catches. [Continue Reading]
Balendra Shah's Rastriya Swatantra Party achieves significant victory in Nepal's parliamentary elections
Nepal's political landscape has seen a remarkable shift with rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah's Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) poised for a significant victory in the direct parliamentary elections, as confirmed by official results and trends from the election commission. Shah, widely known as "Balen," has led his party to a landslide victory following the election held on Thursday, which was held to select members for the 275-seat House of Representatives. Reports indicate that Shah's RSP secured a commanding majority in the direct elections, while also leading in the proportional representation category. This electoral success marks the first election in Nepal since last... [Continue Reading]
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Declare Readiness for Extended Conflict with US and Israel Amid Escalating Military Actions
As the current conflict reaches another critical phase, Iran's Revolutionary Guards have declared that the nation is prepared to engage in an intense war lasting up to six months against both the United States and Israel. This statement follows a series of escalating military actions that include Israeli strikes targeting Iranian commanders in Beirut and attacks on Iranian oil infrastructure. Recent developments indicate that the conflict, which has reportedly entered its second week, has extended beyond Iranian borders. Notably, Saudi Arabia has successfully intercepted drone attacks aimed at various targets, including sensitive locations within the capital, Riyadh. These actions underscore... [Continue Reading]
Latest news bulletin | March 8th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 8th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. [Continue Reading]
China Qing era saw rise in female authors, poets, despite broad restrictions on women in arts
From the 18th century onwards, female authors gained unprecedented prominence, from Jane Austen and the Brontë sisters in the West to the rise of significant women writers in Qing-era China (1644–1912). The increasing prominence of female Chinese authors was driven by Dream of the Red Chamber, an 18th-century masterpiece by Cao Xueqin, widely considered the pinnacle of Chinese fiction and one of the four great classical novels of Chinese history. Cao’s book was so important that a cottage... [Continue Reading]
Survivors of Ireland’s mother and baby homes face benefit cuts in UK after accepting compensation
Exclusive: Campaigners urge Keir Starmer to back ‘Philomena’s Law’ to protect payments for up to 13,000 survivors living in BritainSurvivors of Ireland’s mother and baby homes have started to have benefits cut in Britain because they accepted compensation from the Irish government.The cuts to the means-tested benefits of survivors in Britain come as campaigners including the actors Siobhán McSweeney and Steve Coogan called on Keir Starmer to back a bill known as Philomena’s Law, which would ringfence survivors’ benefits. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
German grandmaster’s vast collection of chess memorabilia to be sold in London
Artefacts include souvenirs from 1972 ‘Match of the Century’ between Boris Spassky and Bobby FischerA vast collection of chess memorabilia, including souvenirs from the 1972 “Match of the Century” and considered to be the largest and most important of its kind in private hands, is to be auctioned at Sotheby’s in London next month.The collection belonged to the German grandmaster Lothar Schmid, whose passion for the sport extended way beyond the board. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Why Vietnam’s landmark AI law is first major regulatory test for Southeast Asia
Vietnam’s new law regulating artificial intelligence could become Southeast Asia’s first real test of whether governments in the region are ready to move from voluntary guidelines to binding regulation, a shift analysts say could reshape how companies deploy AI across the region. The legislation, which took effect on Sunday, introduces a risk-tiered model where AI providers – both local organisations and foreign entities with a presence in the country – must classify their systems as low, medium... [Continue Reading]
The Badlands Hold Me as I Grieve
I imagine the birds I see are the family members I’ve lost. [Continue Reading]
Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown reader review – Reader’s Feature
There’s never been a truly great Star Trek game, but one reader is impressed by this new roguelike and management sim based on the Voyager TV show. [Continue Reading]
When my little girl asked where all the ‘& Daughters’ business were, I knew what I had to do
'& Daughter' businesses are on the rise in 2026 [Continue Reading]
‘Big, bold, brash’ new sci-fi film tops Netflix charts in just one day
Fans have called it one of the best films so far of 2026. [Continue Reading]
Jessie Buckley: Ireland's star making waves worldwide
Jessie Buckley is one of Ireland and Hollywood's brightest talents, with all eyes on her right now. [Continue Reading]
Nationals select former military commander Brad Robertson to contest Farrer
The National Party's candidate for the Farrer by-election, Brad Robertson, says the people of Farrer have been "waiting" for the Nationals to come back. [Continue Reading]
Iran says it can fight 'intense war' for six months
Iran's Revolutionary Guards has said that the country's forces could fight an intense war for six months against the United States and Israel - which said it struck Tehran's commanders at a seaside hotel in the heart of Beirut. [Continue Reading]
OpenAI robotics chief quits over AI’s potential use for war and surveillance
A top robotics executive at OpenAI said Saturday she had resigned over the company’s deal with the US Department of Defense to allow its artificial intelligence to be used for war and potential domestic surveillance. [Continue Reading]
Explosion reported outside US embassy in Oslo, police say
No injuries are reported after the blast in the Norwegian capital in the early hours on Sunday. [Continue Reading]
Boom times for India’s economy but opportunities remain uneven
For years India’s economy was driven by its vast services sector that saw millions of people working away in low-cost back offices providing consultancy for predominantly Western companies. But over the past decade they have given way to centres that allow firms to tap top-tier talent and technology, where white-collar staff perform tasks ranging from IT and data analytics to innovation and design. Today, these centres are the shiniest parts of India’s red-hot economy but not everyone has been... [Continue Reading]
Could Western Sydney get its own film studio?
The NSW government has earmarked three areas in Western Sydney as possible locations for the state's second film studio. [Continue Reading]
Israel strikes busy Beirut hotel in assassination attempt
Israel has claimed responsibility for an assassination attempt, which killed at least four people, at a Beirut hotel. [Continue Reading]
New search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 unsuccessful
A renewed deep-sea search for missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 has been unsuccessful. [Continue Reading]
Rapper-turned-politician defeats veteran leader in Nepal election upset
Shah's party represents a reformist wave reshaping the Himalayan nation's politics since last year’s youth-led uprising. [Continue Reading]
Iran Launches Missile Attacks on Türkiye Amid Escalating Middle East Tensions and US Submarine Sinks Iranian Naval Vessel
The complex situation in the Middle East continues to intensify with significant military actions reported, including missile attacks from Iran towards Türkiye and the sinking of an Iranian naval vessel by a United States submarine off the coast of Sri Lanka. These developments have escalated existing tensions in the region, with ripple effects likely to impact international relations and security dynamics. Recent confirmations indicate that Iran has launched missiles targeting locations in Türkiye, as the conflict takes a dangerous turn. This aggressive move comes amidst ongoing military operations where the United States and Israel are reportedly strategizing to deploy special... [Continue Reading]
In Russia’s Former Capital, Restoring the Past to Survive the Present
With political activism off-limits, residents of St. Petersburg are finding purpose and community in the “politics of small deeds,” repairing and cleaning architectural treasures. [Continue Reading]
Flames engulf Kuwaiti high-rise amid Iranian drone strikes
Flames engulfed Kuwait’s Public Institution for Social Security high-rise headquarters amid a wave of Iranian strikes. [Continue Reading]
Live: Healy to say farewell as Australia closes in on Test win in Perth
Alyssa Healy signs off her illustrious career in style as Australia wipes away India to claim an easy win in Perth. Follow live. [Continue Reading]
Rapper Backed by Gen Z Is Set for Landslide Win in Nepal Election
Balendra Shah, the onetime rap artist and former mayor of the country’s capital, is on course to become the country’s next prime minister. [Continue Reading]
Four killed in Israeli strike on Ramada hotel in central Beirut, Lebanon says
An Israeli air strike hit a hotel in central Beirut early Sunday, killing at least four people, Lebanon’s health ministry said, as Israel said it targeted commanders from Iran’s Revolutionary Guards. The strike comes amid escalating fighting after Hezbollah attacked Israel following the reported killing of Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US-Israeli strikes earlier this week. [Continue Reading]
Takeaways from Foreign Minister Wang Yi at China’s ‘two sessions’
Foreign Minister Wang Yi faced global media on Sunday morning to outline Beijing’s positions on key issues, ranging from the expanding crisis in Iran to China’s deepening dispute with Japan. The annual briefing, held as part of the annual “two sessions”, came as China sought to project its leadership and influence amid mounting global instability and manage its strategic rivalry with the US. This year, the top Chinese diplomat fielded 21 questions in a briefing that lasted nearly 90... [Continue Reading]
Live: NRL returns to Lang Park as police investigate Broncos-Panthers fan fight
The Rabbitohs take down the Dolphins in a 70-point clash at Lang Park, with South Sydney's Alex Johnston scoring his 211th career try to move within one of Ken Irvine's record. Follow live. [Continue Reading]
Australia and Canada share similar values. Remind us what they are again
When Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney visited Australia last week, he had a message about Australia's and Canada's shared values. He said they were worth defending and could be used to build a more prosperous future. [Continue Reading]
Reaction from the grid to Piastri's 'devastating' Australian GP crash
Oscar Piastri's crash before the Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix leaves the Albert Park crowd in stunned silence, with his McLaren team looking into exactly what happened. [Continue Reading]
‘There are crocs absolutely everywhere’: NT residents warned to stay out of flood waters as hundreds evacuated
Entire Daly River town evacuated as Bureau of Meteorology warns river levels expected to rise in coming weekFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastFlood-affected residents in the Northern Territory have been warned not to swim in crocodile-filled waters, as tropical lows continue to bring major flood warnings and heavy rains to the Top End and Queensland.Hundreds of people were evacuated over the weekend, with the entire town of Nauiyu/Daly River in the NT evacuated as of Sunday afternoon, the NT chief minister, Lia Finocchiaro, said. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
US judge voids actions by Voice of America acting CEO Kari Lake, including mass lay-offs
A federal judge ruled on Saturday that Kari Lake’s leadership of the US Agency for Global Media (USAGM) for much of last year violated federal law, invalidating a sweeping series of actions she took to cut staff and end many operations at its Voice of America (VOA) unit. In another blow to the Donald Trump administration’s attempts to diminish various government agencies, US District Judge Royce Lamberth granted a summary judgment in favour of plaintiffs – including VOA journalists and a... [Continue Reading]
