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- Russia earned €6bn from fossil fuel exports since start of Iran war, data suggests The Guardian
Two people die after donating plasma at Canadian clinics under federal investigation
Company that runs the sites says it has ‘no reason to believe there is a correlation between the donors’ passing and plasma donation’
Two people have died in Canada after donating plasma at a chain of clinics that has been under scrutiny by federal inspectors for failing to keep accurate records, screen donors or maintain its machines.
While experts say the deaths are exceedingly rare, critics say Canada’s embrace of private companies to handle blood products reflects a “slow collapse of a system that has been the envy of the world”.
Continue reading...Giant underground pipe mysteriously rises over 30 feet, bursting through road in Japan: “I can’t believe this” – CBS News
- Giant underground pipe mysteriously rises over 30 feet, bursting through road in Japan: "I can't believe this" CBS News
- Giant steel pipe’s mysterious overnight growth spurt baffles a Japanese city Yahoo
- Construction pipe suddenly rises 13 meters above ground in Osaka The Japan Times
- Large Underground Pipe Emerges from Ground in Osaka nippon.com
- Giant pipe rises about 13 meters from road in central Osaka | NHK WORLD-JAPAN News nhk.or.jp
Venice Biennale risks losing EU funding over planned Russia involvement
European Commission says it will suspend €2m grant if organisers of arts festival go ahead with proposals
The European Commission has warned it will cut funding for the Venice Biennale if organisers go ahead with plans to include Russia.
The commission reiterated that any breach of ethical standards by the art festival would be treated as a violation of contract, leading to suspension of the €2m (£1.7m) agreement.
Continue reading...Iraqi official urges Australia to take back alleged IS fighters during meeting with ambassador
Iraq’s national security adviser Qassim al-Araji says he told Australian ambassador that countries should repatriate prisoners
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A senior Iraqi government official has implored Australia to repatriate a group of suspected Islamic State fighters, raising the issue with Canberra’s top diplomat in Baghdad just weeks after the detainees were transferred out of Syria.
In a post on X, Iraq’s national security adviser, Qassim al-Araji, said he met with ambassador Glenn Miles last week, and told him that foreign detainees should be returned to their home countries. This is despite such a task being made more difficult by growing instability in the region, caused by the war in Iran.
Continue reading...How Iran war laid bare the world’s reliance on Gulf oil and gas
Countries around the world are feeling the impact of the conflict and the resulting energy price shock.
Cartoonist freed after 15 years in prison without charge in Eritrea
Biniam Solomon was known for his witty and critical cartoons before the free press was closed.
Unexplained Moscow internet blackouts spark fears of web censorship plan
Kremlin appearing to ramp up control over internet, as it tests new ‘whitelist’ restrictions and pushes people to state-owned app
Muscovites have been turning to walkie-talkies and pagers amid unexplained disruptions to internet services in the capital, as the Kremlin appears to ramp up control over online activity in Russia.
Users in central Moscow, as well as in St Petersburg, first reported difficulties accessing mobile internet about a week ago. Many said they were unable to load websites or apps, while some lost service altogether, leaving them unable to make phone calls.
Continue reading...Nineteen jailed over deadly Moscow concert attack
Gunmen opened fire at Crocus City Concert hall near Moscow in 2024, killing 149 and injuring more than 500.
Nineteen jailed over deadly Moscow concert attack
Gunmen opened fire at Crocus City Concert hall near Moscow in 2024, killing 149 and injuring more than 500.
Jo Malone sued for using her own name in collaboration with Zara
The perfumier sold the rights to her name in 1999 but has previously said she regretted the move.
Naples museum to allow visually impaired visitors to experience art through touch
Sansevero Chapel Museum will host day of guided tours where visitors will be able to feel marble sculptures
The Sansevero Chapel Museum in Naples will allow dozens of visually impaired visitors to take part in a rare tactile experience, letting them touch celebrated works of art including the Veiled Christ, which is widely regarded as one of the most striking masterpieces in the history of sculpture.
On 17 March, the museum will host an initiative called La meraviglia a portata di mano – Wonder within reach – organised in partnership with the Italian Union of the Blind and Visually Impaired of Naples, offering about 80 blind and partially sighted visitors a chance to encounter the marble masterpieces.
Continue reading...Deadly Attack on Oil Tankers Prompts Iraq to Close Oil Terminals – The New York Times
- Deadly Attack on Oil Tankers Prompts Iraq to Close Oil Terminals The New York Times
- 16 and Counting: Oil and Cargo Ships Are Growing Targets in War With Iran The New York Times
- Three more ships struck in the Persian Gulf as Iran warns of oil prices hitting $200 CNBC
- Six vessels attacked amid reports of Iranian drone boats, sea mines Al Jazeera
- Iran steps up attacks on energy targets as tankers hit BBC
UK government axes flagship global health project
Programme which supports schemes in six African countries was previously hailed as vital protection for Britain against future pandemics
A flagship health project in Africa, which UK ministers said would play a vital role in protecting Britain from future pandemic threats, is being axed due to aid cuts, the Guardian can reveal.
The Global Health Workforce Programme (GHWP) which supported development and training for healthcare staff in six African countries, will close at the end of the month, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) said.
Continue reading...‘What if we’re left with ruins?’: Doubts creep in for Iranians who supported war
Teachers, engineers and shopkeepers tell the BBC they fear Iran falling into chaos.
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- War Is Raging. Tankers Are Burning. Yet the Stock Market Isn’t Panicking—for Now. WSJ
- Petrol prices are rising. This map shows why ABC News
- ‘I Can’t Imagine If It Goes Another Month’ New York Magazine
How Iran’s women footballers took asylum in Australia and what happens next
Al Jazeera breaks down the events surrounding the Iranian team – from the national anthem row to the players' escape.
Iran’s Frantic Attempt to Save Its Ships Before Torpedo Attack – The New York Times
- Iran’s Frantic Attempt to Save Its Ships Before Torpedo Attack The New York Times
- The Final Days of an Iranian Navy Crew Before the U.S. Torpedoed Their Ship WSJ
- Australian submariners have a brush with Iran war Defense News
- Iranian warship sunk by the US was sailing home after taking part in an exhibition hosted by India AP News
- US, Iran spar over status of Iranian warship sunk by submarine Military Times
Questions mount for Hegseth over possible US involvement in strike on Iranian school
Democrats have written to ask the defence secretary whether the US was responsible, but he says the issue is being investigated.
At least 64 killed, dozens reported missing in Ethiopia landslides, floods
Authorities have said most of those who died were found buried in mud.