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Experts warn to expect months of disruption to global air travel
Global air traffic is not as adaptable as you might think, aviation experts say — and it will likely take months to deal with the backlog of delayed flights even as restrictions in the Middle East slowly lift.
WATCH: 'Michelle,' Israel’s Eurovision song, revealed in a performance by Noam Bettan
The song includes lyrics in Hebrew, French, and English. The lyrics were written by Nadav Aharoni, Tzlil Kalifi, and Yuval Raphael. Aharoni and Kalifi composed the music, and Aharoni is the producer.
Team Israel sharp in tune-up wins as Ausmus eyes WBC statement in Miami
Symbolically, a Zoom interview conducted from Israel to Ausmus in Florida was briefly interrupted by Iranian missile attacks, underscoring the gravity of the moment.
Donald Trump fires Kristi Noem as Homeland Security chief, taps Senator Mullin as replacement
Noem, a former governor of South Dakota, became one of Trump's most high-profile Cabinet secretaries with social media posts that portrayed immigrants in harsh terms
Intesa Sanpaolo premia a Brescia le Imprese Vincenti del territorio
Quarta tappa del tour che valorizza le eccellenze imprenditoriali italiane
British MPs raise concerns about London Al Quds march over Iran, terrorism links
The Al Quds Day Rally, organized by the Islamic Human Rights Commission, is set to take place on Sunday, 15th March, during Ramadan.
A 'party' in emergency was how some Iranians found out about the war
Many Iranians feel like they are on the cusp of freedom after the US and Israel launched strikes on Saturday. But some also distrust the motives of both countries and are calling for an immediate end to the war.
Polls close in Nepal's first election since deadly uprising forced out government
Helicopters will be used to collect ballot boxes from snowbound mountain regions across Nepal, home to eight of the world's 10 highest peaks, including Mount Everest.
Trump claims Iran wants to 'make a deal' as Hegseth flags 'accelerating' war
Israel threatens further strikes in Lebanon, pulling its northern neighbour deeper into the widening conflict as the US surges its military operations inside Iran.
House Republican leaders urge Tony Gonzales to end reelection bid after admitting to affair with aide
GOP leaders notably did not call for Gonzales to resign as they struggle to maintain their slim majority in the House, which they hold by only a handful of seats.
Trump says he wants to be involved in picking Iran's next leader
President Donald Trump's comments were likely to renew questions about whether the U.S. and Israel seek the overthrow of the Islamic Republic or just a change in its policies.
Israel, US intensify Iran strikes, targeting homes, hospitals, stadium
Strikes target hospitals, schools, and cultural sites across Iran, disrupting daily life particularly in Tehran.
Time to strike a political blow against Hezbollah after Khamenei's death - opinion
Circumstances have created an unprecedented situation in which Israel is capable of conducting a campaign against a sworn enemy while the Lebanese state joins it.
Trump replacing Noem as Homeland Security secretary
Trump, who said he would nominate Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin in her place, made the announcement on social media after Noem faced a two-day grilling on Capitol Hill this week from GOP members as well as De
4 firsthand stories of travelers getting stranded due to the Iran war
In a matter of days, the conflict has continued to escalate — particularly with strikes in the Gulf states where, beyond the Middle East, airports serve as critical hubs connecting travelers going to Europe, Africa and A
Israel kills more than 100 Lebanese as it commands Beirut residents to flee
More than 38,000 Syrians flee Lebanon for Syria, as mounting violence causes displacement across the Middle East and beyond.
India beat England to reach T20 World Cup final as Sanju stars again
Sanju Samson hit 89 for India as they posted 253-6 and beat England by 7 runs in second semifinal of 2026 T20 World Cup.
Israel’s Smotrich threatens Beirut suburbs amid evacuation orders
Israel issues forced evacuation order for entire Dahiyeh area of Lebanon's capital, home to hundreds of thousands.
Cuba’s economy on edge: Fuel shortages and rising hardship
Havana's streets have changed as a US fuel blockade restricts the movements of vehicles and people and hits businesses.
Traffic chaos in Beirut as Israel issues forced evacuation order
Beirut’s roads are blocked with heavy traffic after Israel issued a forced evacuation order for hundreds of thousands.
War in the Middle East: Global reactions and military deployments
Six days after the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran, the conflict is widening. Israel has carried out strikes in Lebanon, while Washington is asking Iraq’s Kurds for support. FRANCE 24's Catherine Viette
Nepalese vote in general election months after Gen Z uprising
Complete results might not be known for a week, but trends expected to begin emerging on Friday.
Iranians ‘ready to disgrace’ US troops if they invade, top official says
Amid ongoing war with Iran, Trump says he aims to be 'involved in the appointment' of the country's next supreme leader.
Emotional turmoil grips Iranians watching conflict unfold overseas
As conflict engulfs Iran, its diaspora feels anguish, reflecting on memories of home and uncertainty about the future.
Could Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the former supreme leader, take power in Iran?
The death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in an Israeli strike on Saturday sparked the search for a successor that has seen the former leader’s son, Mojtaba, emerge as the front runner. Although a secreti
War in the Middle East: Iranian artists react to current events
Reactions to developments in Iran have not been limited to politicians and diplomats – many Iranian artists have spoken out since the outbreak of war, especially those in the diaspora, including those living here in Fran
Lebanon: Tens of thousands of residents displaced ahead of fresh Israeli strikes
FRANCE 24's spoke to residents from southern #Lebanon, the Bekaa, and the southern suburbs of #Beirut who were forced to evacuate their homes as intense #Israeli strikes on Lebanon resumed in response to #Hezbollah rocke
Bombing rages in Iran as war widens in Middle East
The US and Israeli bombardment of Iran has sent smoke plumes rising above Tehran and left buildings in ruins. An Iranian state-owned newspaper called Iran reported bombings at a police station and even a gym in Tehran, a
Israel orders people to leave swathe of Beirut
Israel warned residents to leave Beirut's southern suburbs, including Hezbollah-controlled areas, on Thursday, prompting an exodus from a swathe of the capital, which a far-right Israeli minister said would soon resemble
Israel's Lebanon offensive 'may ultimately legitimise Hezbollah, reinforce narrative of resistance'
As the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah intensifies, Oliver Farry is pleased to welcome Dr Filippo Dionigi, Senior Lecturer in Politics & International Relations at the University of Bristol. The fragile process aim
Iranian warship was sailing home from India exhibition when U.S. sank it
The sinking underscored the scope of the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran and its spread in the Middle East and beyond. It also ignited a debate in India about maritime security in the Indian Ocean.
Iran conflict is 'not a justified war': Former US special envoy for Iran Robert Malley
Robert Malley, former US special envoy for Iran under Joe Biden and a key negotiator of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, told FRANCE 24 that the US-Israeli war against Iran is "not a justified war, not a necessary war and not
Pummeled by airstrikes, Iran launches new wave of attacks against Israel and U.S. bases
The war has escalated each day, affecting an additional 14 countries across the Middle East and beyond.
‘Panic and fear’: Iran’s political prisoners face increasing danger amid US-Israel war
Rights groups warned this week that prisoners in Iran – thousands of whom were detained during recent anti-government protests – are being refused shelter during US and Israeli strikes and face increased risk of forced d
War in the Middle East: Iran under heavy attack
The United States and Israel have launched nationwide strikes on Iran, targeting military sites as well as civilian infrastructure. The war has killed at least 1,230 people in Iran, more than 70 in Lebanon and around a d
Ghana to grow its local therapeutic cannabis industry
The Ghanaian government is moving ahead with plans to grow its local therapeutic cannabis industry. Authorities are set to begin issuing licenses for the cultivation of cannabis strictly for medicinal and industrial purp
Videos show destruction after US and Israeli strikes on Iran
New videos show destruction across Iran after US and Israeli air strikes.
‘Our children were sold off’: The South Africans sent to fight Russia’s war
Men 'lured' into fighting in the Ukraine war say Africans were subjected to worse treatment on the front lines.
Russian teacher’s undercover film on school indoctrination wins BAFTA award
Exiled teacher Pavel Talankin’s "Mr. Nobody Against Putin" won a BAFTA for exposing the militarization of Russian schools. The film uses secret footage to show child indoctrination.
South Africa army deployment in crime hotspots to last a year
South Africa will deploy soldiers for a year to provinces struggling to quell rampant crime and illegal mining, according to a mission plan presented to parliament on Wednesday. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the de
US reaches out to Iran’s Kurds, but will they also be ‘hung out to dry’?
The US has made an outreach to Iranian Kurdish dissident groups as "Operation Epic Fury" rattles the pieces of the Middle East geostrategic chess game. The Kurds in other countries have a history of being pawns in Washin
REPLAY: UK PM Starmer holds press conference on Middle East war
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer held a press conference on Thursday afternoon to give an update on the escalating conflict in the Middle East. Britain's cautious response to the Iran crisis and a drone attack on
A turning point in Iran: Why the US and Israel must recognize Pahlavi’s leadership - opinion
For the first time, Washington is aligning its posture with the idea of regime change in Iran.
Iran women’s football team salute, sing national anthem in Asian Cup match
Players chose to sing the anthem before their game against Australia, in contrast to their silence during the previous tie.
US Senate rejects war powers bill to halt attacks against Iran
As the US-Israeli war on Iran spirals, US Senate Republicans rejected a war powers measure demanding congressional approval before further attacks. A twin House bill faces the same long odds in the Republican-controlled
War in the Middle East: Where does France stand?
Since US-Israeli strikes against Iran began last Saturday, France has taken what President Emmanuel Macron calls a “strictly defensive” posture. On Tuesday, Macron said the US-Israel operations in Iran were conducted
Azerbaijan's President Aliyev vows retaliation after 'terrorist' drone strike blamed on Iran
Baku has vowed to retaliate against what it described as "a terrorist act" allegedly carried out by Tehran after two drones hit an airport and narrowly missed a school building in Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan exclave on the b
Russian Ka-27 helicopter destroyed over Black Sea, Ukraine's Navy says
The latest report brings up the number of Russian helicopters Ukraine says it has destroyed to 349 since the beginning of the full-scale invasion.
Iran war is now 'a logistical battle': Former head of the French military mission to the UN
The former head of the French military mission to the UN has spoken to FRANCE 24 about how long the war in the Middle East could go on. General Dominique Trinquand says the war is now a logistics battle, which depends en
While US encourages Kurds to attack Iran, history serves darker warning
Kurds weigh Washington's push for a rebellion on Iranian soil against a history of betrayals and pragmatic alliances.
Israel puts a target on the back of the rules-based order
Israel suggests those seeking to enforce international law on Gaza will meet the fate of a destroyed Iranian warship.
Iraqi-based Kurdish groups a ‘long-running threat’ to Tehran
Fresh blasts were reported in Iran's capital on Thursday as Tehran said it had targeted Kurdish groups in Iraq and warned "separatist groups" against action in the widening war. FRANCE 24's Reza Sayah reports from Tehran
Israel keeps up Lebanon strikes, more than 83,000 people displaced
Israel's attacks on Lebanon entered a fourth day on Thursday, killing at least two according to state media, after Israeli forces pushed into border towns and conducted air strikes targeting Iran-backed militant group He
Iran pummeled by intensive airstrikes as war enters day six
The US-Israeli campaign against Iran entered its sixth day on Thursday with what residents described as even more intensive bombing, while Iran vowed to retaliate anywhere for a US attack on a ship thousands of miles fr
'No to Israel': US veteran violently dragged from Senate during protest
Footage posted by the anti-war women’s group Code Pink and verified by Reuters shows US Marine veteran Brian McGinnis shouting slogans such as “no one wants to fight for Israel” as he interrupts a Senate Armed Services s
Finalissima, F1 races: Middle East conflict disrupts global sports events
With tournaments postponed and players stranded away from home, major sport events have been struck by crisis and chaos.
Barrage of Iranian missiles target Qatar
A wave of loud missile explosions was heard over the skies of Doha on Thursday.
West African states to create anti-jihadist force
In tonight's edition: ECOWAS eyes up forming a regional force to combat rising jihadist violence. Also, Ghanaian authorities are set to begin issuing licenses for the cultivation of cannabis. Plus South Africa's Presiden
200 Ukrainian POWs return home in latest exchange, Zelensky says
The Russian Defense Ministry confirmed releasing 200 Ukrainian POWs in exchange for the same number of Russian soldiers captured by Ukraine, in a swap brokered by the U.S. and the United Arab Emirates.
Russia denies accepting security guarantees for Kyiv, contradicts Ukrainian official
Kyrylo Budanov, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's chief of staff, said on Feb. 28 that Russia would accept U.S.-backed security guarantees for Ukraine.
Nepal elections frame new era after youth protests toppled leaders
Six months after youth-led protests ousted Nepal’s prime minister, people in Kathmandu have been voting in election.
Iranians get by as US, Israeli bombs rain down, internet blocked
Officials say some water, electricity facilities damaged amid US-Israel bombing, but no widespread outages reported yet.
US Senate blocks resolution that would stop attacks in Iran
US senators narrowly blocked the so-called "#war powers resolution", which would require congressional approval for any future strikes in #Iran. A similar vote is expected on March 5 in the #US House of Representatives,
Iran, The US, and the World Cup
The 2026 World Cup is nearly here, but Iran’s spot in the tournament may be in doubt. Can sport ever be neutral?
Morti in ambulanza, al vaglio i rapporti dell'indagato con un'agenzia funebre
La società di Meldola: "È solo un amico di famiglia"
European states move to secure Red Sea navigation, protect Cyprus
European powers said on Thursday they would work together to safeguard shipping in the Red Sea and send naval and other assets to protect Cyprus as the expanding US-Iran war entered its sixth day. The conflict – which h
China sets lowest economic growth target since 1991
China's annual parliamentary session kicks off with a growth downgrade as leaders target technology dominance in the manufacturing field. We take a closer look. Also in this edition: South Korean markets bounce back from
‘It’s up to the United States Congress, not any president, to declare war’
'It's up to the United States Congress, not any president, to declare war’
European countries to deploy military assets to Cyprus after drone attack on UK base
Italy, France, Spain and the Netherlands will send naval assets to Cyprus after an Iranian-made drone struck a British base there, Italy's defence minister said Thursday. France also said it would allow US aircraft to ac
A long and troubled trail: Qatar’s IRGC cell arrests strain Iran relations
Arrests will cause deep rift in Iran's relationship with Qatar, one of its closest interlocutors in Gulf, analysts say.
Customs seizes record HK$233 million in gold and silver hidden in air cargo
Hong Kong customs officers have discovered HK$233 million (US$29.81 million) worth of gold and silver hidden in two air cargo shipments of household cleaning machines destined for Japan, making the largest seizure of pre
Hong Kong lawmaker Judy Chan charged over driving against traffic in Wan Chai
A Hong Kong lawmaker has been charged with a traffic offence after she was filmed driving on the wrong side of a road in Wan Chai more than a month ago. A police source said on Thursday that the force had earlier served
91 Ukrainians face deportation after Poland's nationwide police raid
The Ukrainian citizens are among the 147 foreigners wanted by Polish law enforcement who were detained during the raid carried out on March 2 and 3, "primarily aimed at verifying the legality of foreigners' stay."
Millions left without power after major blackout hits Cuba
A blackout left millions of people without power in Havana and the rest of western Cuba on Wednesday in the latest outage on an island struggling with dwindling oil reserves and a crumbling electric grid. Government radi
China pledges ‘iron discipline’ to tackle debt risks as US borrowing under Trump surges
As the United States grapples with mounting debt, China is doubling down on efforts to clean up its own balance sheet, vowing to tackle risks with “iron discipline”. The pledge came as the world’s second-largest economy
What does Marco Rubio’s ‘unleash Chiang’ threat against Iran actually mean?
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has stirred unexpected debate in Taiwan after invoking the phrase “unleash Chiang” while warning that Washington would intensify its strikes against Iran. Speaking to reporters on Tuesda
China and Hong Kong should relax biotech listing rules, venture capitalist says
Mainland China and Hong Kong should ease listing rules for biotechnology companies and lower takeover thresholds for listed firms to capitalise on renewed foreign interest in the healthcare sector, venture capitalist Nis
Israel launches new strikes on Lebanon, at least 72 killed in 4 days
Israel's attacks on Lebanon entered a fourth day on Thursday, after Israeli forces pushed into several border towns and conducted air strikes targeting Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah. AFPTV footage showed smoke ris
Iran thanks Chinese public after US-Israeli air strikes prompt online wave of sympathy
The deadly US-Israeli military strikes on Iran have triggered an outpouring of public sympathy and support in China, with many social media users condemning the attacks and discussing ways to help. The Iranian embassy in
Amid relentless US and Israeli strikes, Iran seeks to 'wreak havoc across the region'
As the US war on Iran rages, Angela Diffley welcomes Dr Renad Mansour, Senior Research Fellow on the Middle East and North Africa program at Chatham House. Iran is operating in “survival mode,” explains Mr. Mansour. For
China is world’s billionaire capital again as Hurun Rich List swells on stock surge
More of the world’s billionaires live in China than anywhere else, after stock market gains and artificial intelligence generated a record number of billionaires globally, according to the latest Hurun Global Rich List.
French policeman to be tried over 2023 killing of teen Nahel
A French appeals court ruled Thursday that a policeman who shot and killed a teenager in 2023 in a Paris suburb, sparking protests, should be tried for violence that led to death.
Hong Kong Baptist University may issue bonds to finance development
Hong Kong Baptist University is “actively considering” issuing bonds to finance its future development, including campus redevelopment and its new Chinese medicine hospital, according to its president. But Professor Alex
US sinking of Iranian warship near Sri Lanka sparks regional anxiety, pressure on India
The sinking of an Iranian warship by a US submarine off Sri Lanka’s coast has raised concerns across South and Southeast Asia that the Middle East conflict may be expanding into the Indian Ocean, while also intensifying
Taiwan actress, 58, praised for ‘youthful’ looks advocates against ‘female competition’
Famous Taiwan singer and actress Annie Yi has called for an end to “female competition”, saying that “being 58 years old is nothing to be ashamed of”. The comments have won her widespread praise online. On February 26, Y
New Iranian attacks target Israel as war enters sixth day
Iran launched more missiles at Israel and U.S. bases as war in the Middle East enters a sixth day. Israel announced multiple incoming attacks early Thursday and said it was intercepting the missiles. FRANCE 24's Noga Tar
Iran hits Kurdish groups in Iraq as conflict widens
On Thursday, Tehran said it had hit Iraq-based Kurdish groups "opposed to the revolution", as reports said the United States was looking to arm Kurdish guerillas to infiltrate Iran. The conflict that began Saturday with
US Senate backs Trump on Iran strikes, blocks bid to limit his war powers
US Senate Republicans backed President Donald Trump's military campaign against Iran on Wednesday, voting to block a bipartisan resolution aiming to stop the air war and require that any hostilities against Iran be auth
Sky-high jump in airfares from Hong Kong to Europe, Americas – even Asian cities
Airfares from Hong Kong to European, South American and even some Asian destinations have surged amid the latest geopolitical tensions, according to industry insiders, especially on routes that typically transit through
Iranian drones hit airport in Azerbaijan as Middle East war escalates
The Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry said one drone hit the terminal building at Nakhchivan International Airport, while another landed near a school in Shakarabad, a village near the airport, at around midday local time.
Berlin jails man for 13 years over stabbing at Holocaust memorial
A Berlin court on Thursday jailed a Syrian man for 13 years for a jihadist-inspired knife attack on a Spanish tourist at the German capital’s Holocaust memorial. The 20-year-old suspect, named only as Wassim Al M., was c
Pentagon releases footage of US strikes against Iran
Images from the US Department of Defense show the destroyer USS Bainbridge launching Tomahawk cruise missiles, while the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford conducts military aircraft take-offs as part of “Epic Fury” ope
Canada PM unable to rule out military involvement in Iran war
Mark Carney said he wants de-escalation of the Iran attacks but said he couldn’t rule out military participation.
Toulouse knock Marseille out of French Cup on penalties
Marseille's disastrous year continues. After being eliminated from the Champions League on the last day of the league stage, suffering a 5-0 loss to rivals PSG, and firing their coach a few days later, Marseille hit a ne
🔴 Live: Azerbaijan summons Iran ambassador after drone strike on airport wounds two
Hong Kong man freed after court finds pastor forced confession in poisoning case
A Hong Kong man jailed for allegedly poisoning a pastor’s daughter he was infatuated with was freed on Thursday after a judge overturned his conviction, ruling that his recorded confession had been coerced under threat.
Where are Iran’s allies? Why Moscow, Beijing are keeping their distance
Russia and China have condemned the US-Israeli attack on Iran but stopped short of offering military support.
At least 7 killed, 25 injured in Russian attacks on Ukraine over past day
Russian forces launched 155 different types of drones against Ukraine overnight, of which roughly 100 were Shahed, the Air Force said on March 5. It reported downing 136 of them.
Hezbollah leader pledges to continue fight against Israel
Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem has pledged to continue the group’s fight against Israel, which continues to bomb Lebanon.
LIVE: India vs England – T20 World Cup semifinal
Follow our live build up, with full toss and team news coverage, ahead of our live text commentary stream.
Iran war shows markets can’t ignore every geopolitical shock
For sheer escalatory potential, look no further than the speed at which the six-day-old war in Iran has drawn in countries across the Middle East, causing the biggest energy shock since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Uk
Vast majority of Jewish Israelis support Operation Roaring Lion, Arab-Israelis skeptical - poll
The survey broke down Jewish responses by political affiliation, revealing that, while respondents all possessed a majority in favor of the operation, the majority was smaller among the Left.
Middle East conflict threatens Iraq’s participation in World Cup playoffs
Iraq are scheduled to play in the playoff final on March 31 in Mexico but the team's participation remains uncertain.
General Staff: Russia has lost 1,270,400 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022
The number includes 900 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.
Israeli attacks kill 8 in Lebanon amid threats on Iranian officials
Israeli forces pound Beirut's southern suburbs as Iran warns against targeting embassy.
Hong Kong man denies intent to kill girlfriend, says ‘she was an alien’
A Hong Kong man on trial for allegedly murdering his live-in girlfriend four years ago has said he thought she was an alien because she did not bear his child. A High Court jury of four men and three women heard on Thurs
Singapore police seize yacht, cars, properties worth US$390 million in Prince Group probe
Singapore police have announced arrests of three Singaporeans as part of investigations into alleged transnational scam syndicate Prince Group and its founder and chairman, Chen Zhi, who is in Chinese detention. Police
Hong Kong seeks to secure seats on flights from Dubai for residents stranded by war
Hong Kong authorities are trying to reserve seats for residents on weekend flights leaving Dubai, with some of those stranded in the Middle East having exhausted all options to secure tickets to get back home amid the es
Iran denies firing missile towards Turkiye after NATO interception
Turkiye's Defence Ministry had said a ballistic missile was destroyed by NATO over the eastern Mediterranean.
Is looming Xi-Trump summit behind the PLA’s break in air sorties near Taiwan?
Over six consecutive days since Friday, for the first time in at least three years, Beijing dispatched no warplanes near Taiwan, a pause which analysts say reflects deliberate caution ahead of this month’s Xi–Trump s
Alibaba sets up new task force, led by CEO Eddie Wu, to focus on AI model development
Alibaba Group Holding is forming a dedicated internal task force headed by CEO Eddie Wu Yongming in a bid to funnel greater resources into its foundational AI model development efforts. On Thursday, Wu said in a letter t
‘War can be so close’: China newlyweds separated by US strikes on Iran during Doha honeymoon
A honeymooning Chinese couple have been separated by the US-Israel strikes on Iran, which caused airspace closures across the Middle East and reportedly affected more than a million passengers. The newlywed couple, from
Kim tests missile from new destroyer as North Korea draws lessons from Iran conflict
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un inspected a newly built destroyer and oversaw a test launch of what state media called a “strategic cruise missile” this week, casting the navy’s build-up as a key part of Pyongyang’s evol
China to step up tech, energy and decarbonisation efforts in next 5-year plan
China will set priorities for technological innovation, economic security, public well-being and carbon reduction over the next five years, vowing to lay a solid foundation for its 2035 target of doubling per capita gros
Pakistani man says Iran forced him into plot to kill Trump, media say
The suspect claimed that in addition to Trump, his Iranian handler also named Biden and Haley as possible targets.
Video: Intense US-Israeli bombardment across Iran
Intense US-Israeli bombardment sent flames and plumes of smoke into the night sky across Iran.
Beijing tasks Hong Kong with enhancing role as an international finance centre
Hong Kong should enhance its role as an international financial hub by strengthening its offshore renminbi business and supply chain services, and speed up the Northern Metropolis megaproject, according to the nation’s n
Asian airlines emerge on top as travellers fight for flights out of Middle East
Asian carriers like Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines (SIA) are among the best positioned airlines to weather the war in the Middle East as travellers scramble for flights – and pay huge premiums – to escape the conf
China keeps defence spending high in drive to modernise
China will boost defence spending by 7 per cent in 2026, still outpacing wider economic growth targets at a time of growing regional tension, including over Taiwan.
Texan James Talarico: is he the face of Democrats’ 2026 US midterm hopes?
James Talarico barely mentioned Donald Trump when he finally got to give his victory speech on Wednesday night as Democrats’ nominee for US Senate in Texas. But the 36-year-old state lawmaker is now a frontman for the le
Curated Trends
hand-picked • grounded sources
AI
AI acceleration continues
- • Capabilities improve faster than regulation
- • Deployment moves from pilots to operations
- • Tooling becomes invisible infrastructure
JOBS
Labor market pressure points
- • Hiring slows unevenly across sectors
- • Re-skilling demand accelerates
- • Productivity becomes the main narrative
CONFLICT
Geopolitical friction remains elevated
- • Regional conflicts create global spillovers
- • Trade routes and energy flows stay volatile
- • Insurance and logistics costs matter
Today’s Focus
2026-03-06
Amazon confirms major corporate job cuts
Amazon confirms ~16,000 corporate role reductions as it continues restructuring and efficiency push. Watch: which orgs shrink, what gets automated, and the impact on tech hiring sentiment.
DW: Unpacking Rubio’s Munich Security Conference speech
Rubio strikes a different tone in Munich, but the key themes (migration, alliances, order) remain sharp. Watch: Europe’s response and what changes (or doesn’t) in policy.
Amazon organizational update on reductions
Official note from Amazon on the ~16,000 role impact, internal transition window, and support details. Use this as the “primary source” link.
Full transcript: Rubio at the Munich Security Conference
Primary source transcript. Useful for quoting directly and keeping your curation grounded in original text, not reactions.