- New boss takes over at the Louvre four months after audacious jewelry heist NBC News
- Behind the Chaos at the Louvre, a French Leader’s Legacy Hangs in the Balance The New York Times
- Louvre museum director resigns in wake of ‘heist of the century’ CNN
- Macron appoints new head of crisis-hit Louvre after jewellery heist The Guardian
- Embattled Louvre Director Laurence des Cars Resigns Artnet News
Pope Leo to tour four African countries in first major overseas trip of 2026 – Reuters
- Pope Leo to tour four African countries in first major overseas trip of 2026 Reuters
- Pope Leo XIV to make Apostolic Journeys to Africa, Spain and Monaco Vatican News
- Pope Leo to tour Algeria, Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea BBC
- Breaking: Vatican announces Pope Leo XIV's 11-Day pastoral visit to 4 African countries in April EWTN News
- Pope Leo to Visit Africa, Signaling Continent’s Importance to Catholicism The New York Times
Ugandan police detain two women for allegedly kissing in public under strict anti‑gay law – BBC
- Ugandan police detain two women for allegedly kissing in public under strict anti‑gay law BBC
- Two women arrested in Uganda for allegedly kissing in public could face life sentence The Guardian
- Arrests in Uganda Spotlight Harsh Anti-Homosexuality Law Devdiscourse
- Uganda LGBTQ Arrests GazetteXtra
- Violation of homosexuality law | Uganda police arrest 2 women accused of kissing in public Deccan Herald
Trump’s theatrical State of the Union address offers little hint of any change in course
The BBC's Anthony Zurcher says the US president appealed to his base and taunted his opponents in a marathon speech.
ETA: What is the UK’s new travel system and how are dual nationals affected? – BBC
- ETA: What is the UK's new travel system and how are dual nationals affected? BBC
- British dual nationals risk imminent refusal of travel to UK, Home Office affirms The Guardian
- Dual nationals who don't have British passport could be denied UK entry Sky News
- UK enforces digital permission to travel GOV.UK
- UK to enforce electronic travel permit for visitors from 85 countries or face travel ban France 24
Chronic ocean heating fuels ‘staggering’ loss of marine life, study finds – The Guardian
- Chronic ocean heating fuels ‘staggering’ loss of marine life, study finds The Guardian
- Long-term warming reduces fish biomass, but heatwaves shift it Nature
- Ocean warming drives a nearly 20% annual decline in fish biomass, research confirms Phys.org
- Recent report show high temperatures and a decreasing fish stock The Barents Observer
- Study: Ocean Warming Puts "Constant Negative Pressure" on Fish Populations The Maritime Executive
What happened after Elon Musk took the Russian army offline – Politico
- What happened after Elon Musk took the Russian army offline Politico
- Musk cutting Starlink to Russia’s drones has delivered ‘enormous’ boost to Ukraine, says frontline general The Independent
- Elon Musk flipped a switch. Now, Russia is desperately sending men up towers to die Scripps News
- Russian Artillery In Ukraine Severely Disrupted By Starlink Cutoff Forbes
- Musk cuts Starlink access for Russian forces - giving Ukraine an edge at the front BBC
Ukraine Wants to Join the E.U. to Secure Peace. Here’s What to Know. – The New York Times – The New York Times
- Ukraine Wants to Join the E.U. to Secure Peace. Here’s What to Know. - The New York Times The New York Times
- Zelenskyy pushes for Ukraine’s 2027 EU accession as Europe marks four years of war – as it happened The Guardian
- Ukraine eyes gap between Hungarian and French elections to secure EU membership politico.eu
- Zelensky Receives Standing Ovation After Address to European Parliament on War Anniversary Kyiv Post
- EU pitches its own Board of Peace Euractiv
Brown specks on satellite image spark warning of ‘catastrophic consequences’ for beloved species – Yahoo News Australia
- Brown specks on satellite image spark warning of 'catastrophic consequences' for beloved species Yahoo News Australia
- Why scientists fear Emperor penguins' annual moult may be killing them BBC
- Satellites Reveal New Climate Threat to Emperor Penguins Inside Climate News
- Penguins dying as Antarctic ice melts too early The Telegraph
- Emperor penguins are on the pathway to EXTINCTION: Satellite images reveal how shrinking sea ice is forcing birds into crowded groups - with potentially 'catastrophic' consequences Daily Mail
Members of Iran’s elite accused of hypocrisy over children’s lives in west
Opposition campaigners claim top figures in regime use state wealth to fund lifestyles counter to those they preach
Members of Iran’s ruling elite have been accused of brazen hypocrisy by allegedly using the state’s wealth to help to fund their adult children’s lives in the west while presiding over growing economic misery and repression at home.
Opposition campaigners made the accusation against some of the clerical regime’s most powerful figures as a military confrontation with the US appears increasingly likely. Donald Trump has deployed a vast armada in the Middle East and confirmed he is considering strikes.
Continue reading...Lenten Retreat: Bishop Varden on ‘the fall of thousands’ – Vatican News
- Lenten Retreat: Bishop Varden on 'the fall of thousands' Vatican News
- Lenten Retreat: Bishop Varden reflects on 'Glory' Vatican News
- Dust Called to Glory Commonweal Magazine
- Vatican Retreat: Varden on St. Bernard ‘the Idealist’ EWTN Vatican
- Leo’s Lenten Retreat Provides Further Insight Into His Pontificate National Catholic Register
Senegal prime minister decries Morocco’s jailing of fans after AFCON final
Morocco sentenced 18 Senegalese football fans last Thursday following disturbances at the Africa Cup of Nations final.
Syria faces twin battles as Assad loyalists and ISIL attack in west, east
A shadowy armed group linked to regime remnants launched an attack on security positions in Latakia.
Rescuers search for missing after storm deluge kills 30 in Brazil
Record rains trigger floods and landslides in Brazil, killing 30 as rescuers search for dozens missing.
Fact-checking Donald Trump’s State of the Union address
The US president exaggerates on economy and immigration amid sagging popularity before the crucial midterm elections.
Australian leader evacuated from residence following bomb threat linked to opponents of group banned in China – CNN
- Australian leader evacuated from residence following bomb threat linked to opponents of group banned in China CNN
- Chinese dance group's tour triggers bomb threat against Australian PM BBC
- Bomb threat against Australia PM linked to banned Chinese dance group Reuters
- Federal politics: Anthony Albanese urges country to 'turn the heat down' after bomb threat — as it happened Australian Broadcasting Corporation
- What is Shen Yun – the Chinese dance troupe that received a bomb threat causing the evacuation of the Lodge? The Guardian
South Africa secures return of 11 men ‘lured’ into Russia-Ukraine war
South African President Ramaphosa expresses 'heartfelt gratitude' to Russia's Putin for support in repatriating men.
Bodo/Glimt knock out Inter Milan, continue fairytale Champions League run
The Norwegian team of no stars with a tiny budget have moved onto the last 16 of the world's biggest club competition.
Chinese dance group’s tour triggers bomb threat against Australian PM
The group was told to cancel its performances or explosives would be set off at Anthony Albanese's house.
Germany’s Merz arrives in China for two-day visit with focus on trade
Merz says he wants to deepen trade relationship while making it fairer during visit where several agreements are signed.