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US Airstrikes in Northern Yemen Escalate Tensions Amid Ongoing Conflict

On March 25, US warplanes reportedly launched around two dozen airstrikes across several areas of northern Yemen, according to Yemeni media outlets. Al-Masirah TV reported that 17 airstrikes targeted Saada Governorate, with additional strikes hitting the Sufyan district and at least five more aimed at the Sahar district. Notably, earlier on Tuesday, US airstrikes struck […]

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

Brazil Supreme Court allows charges against former President Bolsonaro for alleged coup plan

They have ordered the former leader to stand trial. Brazil's prosecutor general has charged Bolsonaro and 33 others of attempting a coup that included a plan to poison his successor and current President Luiz InΓ‘cio Lula da Silva and kill a Supreme Court judge.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Subsea sabotage puts European power at risk

Interconnectors, which transmit electricity between countries, are even more difficult to repair than fibre optic cables

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Russia says sanctions must be lifted before Ukraine maritime ceasefire can start

Moscow and Kyiv appear at odds over when and how the US-brokered deal will come into effect.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Ambassador to US: Washington can wait for pragmatic Ramaphosa

The president’s choice in selecting a new ambassador amid a historic downturn in diplomatic relations also speaks to an existential dilemma for his party This content is restricted to subscribers only. Join the M&G Community Our commitment at the Mail & Guardian is to ensure every reader enjoys the finest experience. Join the M&G community and support us in delivering in-depth news to you consistently....

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

How the discovery of a mass grave sparked uproar over the missing in Mexico

In Jalisco, volunteers found an β€˜extermination site’. Now, critics are asking why the government did not find it first.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Al Jazeera Middle East favicon Al Jazeera Middle East

Trump says tariffs coming in April will 'probably be more lenient than reciprocal'

The comments come as investors worry that a more severe approach signaled by the Trump administration would dampen sentiment enough to slow down the economy.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Ethiopia PM seeks new Tigray leader amid fears of war

Ethiopia's prime minister asks Tigrayans to email him with suggestions for a new leader.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

The Atlantic publishes full Signal thread with Hegseth, Waltz after Trump says texts not classified

The Signal thread included President Donald Trump's national security advisor Michael Waltz, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Vice President JD Vance and others.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: CNBC International favicon CNBC International

Environmental Disaster Due to Oil Spill Worsens in Ecuador

A precarious dam collapsed, allowing the oil spill to continue unstoppable toward the Pacific Ocean. On Tuesday afternoon, an improvised containment dike on the Caple River collapsed due to the heavy rains that continue to batter the province of Esmeraldas. As a result, thousands of barrels of oil continue to flow through Ecuadorian rivers toward […]

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Telesur English favicon Telesur English

South Africa sweat over potential 2026 World Cup sanction

South Africa could face a sanction, including a points deduction, after fielding an ineligible player against Lesotho in qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

Fact check: Audio of JD Vance criticizing Elon Musk real?

An audio recording on social media claims to feature US Vice President JD Vance criticizing Elon Musk, stating that he is "making us look bad." Vance claims the clip was AI-generated. But what's the truth?

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Hamas says Netanyahu responsible for collapse of Gaza ceasefire

Hamas says Netanyahu responsible for collapse of Gaza ceasefire Hamas on Wednesday said Israel's decision to resume its war on Gaza was a "premeditated" decision by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to sabotage the January ceasefire and win support from far-right lawmaker Itamar Ben Gvir. "Netanyahu bears full responsibility for the failure of the agreement. The international community and mediators must...

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Biden rule requiring serial numbers and background checks for ghost guns upheld by Supreme Court

Since the rule was finalized in 2022, ghost gun numbers have flattened out or declined in several major cities, including New York, Los Angeles, Philadelphia and Baltimore.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Brazil’s Bolsonaro to stand trial over alleged coup plot

Hard-right populist denies claims he sought to prevent leftwing rival Lula taking office

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Trump and Putin: A Massive Change of Heart and What It Means for Central Asia

Now that the U.S. is siding with Russia, where does that leave Central Asia?

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

How Germany's Bundeswehr could spend billions of euros

Germany has paved the way a massive increase in defense spending. What does the Bundeswehr need most urgently?

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

How the Bundeswehr will spend hundreds of billions of euros

Germany has paved the way for massive defense spending. What does the Bundeswehr need most urgently?

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Japan plays host to a clash of capital and culture

Activist investors are challenging a corporate model marked by underused assets and low returns on equity

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Financial Times - World favicon Financial Times - World

Trump administration invokes state secrets privilege in deportations case and refuses to give judge additional information

The declaration comes as U.S. District Judge James Boasberg weighs whether the government defied his order to turn around planes carrying migrants after he blocked deportations of people alleged to be gang members without due process.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: PBS NewsHour favicon PBS NewsHour

Lithuania suspects pilot error caused DHL cargo plane crash

Prosecutors say the pilot may have deactivated the plane's wing flaps and have called for him to be questioned. Initially, investigators suspected a hybrid Russian attack.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Government U-turn on cannabis food products ban after public outcry

The presidency intervened, saying there should be more stakeholder consultation and public participation in the formulation of new regulations

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Mail & Guardian Africa favicon Mail & Guardian Africa

UK halves 2025 growth forecast, confirms defence spending boost

The British economy will only grow by 1 per cent this year, half the rate previously anticipated, Treasury chief Rachel Reeves said.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: South China Morning Post favicon South China Morning Post

Nigeria/Lesotho: WC 2026 Qualifiers - Five Things That Cost Amavubi Vs Nigeria, Lesotho

[New Times] Rwanda failed to reap big from their recent Group C matches of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers as Tuesday's 1-1 draw against Lesotho summed up an unimpressive performance that they endured before their home supporters in Kigali.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Cote d'Ivoire: 'Afcon U-20 in Trouble As Ivorians Withdraw As Hosts' - Reports

[Capital FM] NAIROBI -- The Africa Cup of Nations Under 20 is in jeopardy following reports that Ivory Coast have withdrawn as hosts.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

US questioning academics in Finland and Netherlands on 'gender ideology'

The Trump administration has sent out politically-charged questionnaires demanding some European researchers receiving US funding if they have taken measures to defend against 'gender ideology'.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer

East Africa: MCB Appoints New Chief Representative Officer in East Africa

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Mauritius Commercial Bank (MCB) has appointed seasoned banker Felix Gichaga as its new Chief Representative Officer in East Africa.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

US Health Ministry plans to let bird flu spead 'nonsensical'

The US Health Secretary wants to let bird flu spread across the nation's farms without intervention, and then breed the chickens that survive. Is it science or small government ideology? Here’s what experts told DW.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Scholz: US risks missing economic gains from climate action

Amid rising geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty, climate diplomats are meeting in Berlin to shape the agenda for the COP30 climate summit in Brazil.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Petition urges UK government to launch inquiry into anti-Palestinian racism

Petition urges UK government to launch inquiry into anti-Palestinian racism Submitted by Imran Mulla on Wed, 03/26/2025 - 13:22 The petition calls for a working definition of anti-Palestinian racism Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer standing during the weekly session of Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) at the House of Commons in London on 19 March 2025 (AFP) Off A new parliamentary petition has been launched...

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Somalia: Somalia Extends Political Party Registration Deadline By 21 Days

[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- The Chairman of the National Election Commission, Abdikariin Ahmed Hassan, announced today that the deadline for political party registration has been extended by 21 days.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Uganda: Nalukoola Sworn in, Asks Speaker for Special Session to Brief Country About Kawempe

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The Kawempe North MP, Erias Nalukoola has asked Speaker Among to accord him some substantial time on the Order Paper to articulate the predicament in Kawempe North. He asked he be given an opportunity to inform the nation of the issues affecting Kawempe North. Photo by

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

At least 11 killed by Israeli strike on central Gaza: Report

At least 11 killed by Israeli strike on central Gaza: Report An Israeli attack on Wednesday on tents sheltering displaced people in central Gaza killed at least 11 people, according to Al Jazeera Arabic. The death toll has risen quickly.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: Middle East Eye favicon Middle East Eye

Uganda: Abakyala Ku Ntiiko - Women in Lira Challenged to Venture Into Social Media for Business Marketing

[Independent (Kampala)] Lira, Uganda -- It is not too late for women in Lira City to grasp digital marketing tools to help enhance their businesses, an expert has advised.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Liberia: Liberia Peacebuilding Office, With UNDP Support, Launches Peace and Reconciliation Dialogue in Grand Bassa, Lofa, Bong, and Grand Gedeh Counties

[FrontPageAfrica] Buchanan -- The Liberia Peacebuilding Office, under the Ministry of Internal Affairs, with support from the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), commenced a three-day Peace and Reconciliation Dialogue on Monday, March 24, 2025, in four electoral districts, beginning with Buchanan City, Grand Bassa County.

Published on: March 26, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica