Portugal defeat Denmark in extra time to reach Nations League semifinals
Portugal overturn a 1-0 first-leg deficit to beat Denmark 5-2 after extra time, setting up a semifinal with Germany.
Frank Gardner: Ukraine upbeat and Russia in no rush at truce talks in Saudi Arabia
US negotiators held talks in Saudi Arabia with Ukraine on Sunday, and separately with Russia on Monday.
Second lady Usha Vance to visit Greenland as Trump continues threats – The Washington Post
- Second lady Usha Vance to visit Greenland as Trump continues threats The Washington Post
- Latest Trump Administration News: Live Updates The New York Times
- Greenland slams ‘highly aggressive’ visits by Usha Vance and Trump nat sec advisor The Independent
- Trump officials to take ‘private visit’ to US space base in Greenland Financial Times
- US ramps up Greenland charm offensive with high-profile visit EURACTIV
Paris residents vote in favour of making 500 more streets pedestrian – Reuters
It’s official – the 2025 cherry blossom season in Tokyo has now begun – Time Out
- It's official – the 2025 cherry blossom season in Tokyo has now begun Time Out
- Japan's weather agency declares flowering of Tokyo's cherry blossoms as the festive season begins The Associated Press
- This Mountain National Park Is Japan's Best Cherry Blossom Destination—With 30,000 Trees, Gorgeous Hiking Trails, and Ancient Shrines Travel + Leisure
- 1st cherry blossom bloom of 2025 confirmed in Kochi, Kumamoto Kyodo News Plus
- Google Doodle celebrates the cherry blossom. Festivals set in Ohio, Washington DC and more Yahoo Life
Israel kills Hamas official being treated at Gaza hospital
Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry said medical staff had been injured and some of the hospital destroyed.
Eli Sharabi tells NY synagoge will fight until all hostages are freed – Ynetnews
- Eli Sharabi tells NY synagoge will fight until all hostages are freed Ynetnews
- Israeli hostage freed after 491 days asks: Where was the United Nations, the Red Cross, the world? The Associated Press
- Freed Israeli hostage tells UN, 'No more excuses,' says aid is feeding terrorists Fox News
- The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question - Security Council, 9882nd meeting Welcome to the United Nations
- Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question United States Mission to the United Nations
Gulf in US and Russian expectations marks start of latest ceasefire talks
As Washington signals hope for ‘real progress’, Moscow warns ‘difficult negotiations’ lie ahead
US and Ukrainian officials have met for further talks aimed at hammering out a ceasefire in Russia’s war in Ukraine, with Washington signalling its hope for “real progress” even as Moscow warned that “difficult negotiations” lie ahead.
The gulf in expectations marked the start of the latest round of negotiations in Saudi Arabia, which was set to follow with a meeting between American officials and Russia on Monday. The US is pushing for a broad ceasefire in Russia’s war in Ukraine by 20 April, according to Bloomberg, though sources said the timeline may slip given the wide gap that exists between Kyiv and Moscow’s positions.
Continue reading...Israel strikes southern Gaza hospital as it targets Hamas operative in escalation of renewed offensive – CNN
- Israel strikes southern Gaza hospital as it targets Hamas operative in escalation of renewed offensive CNN
- Israeli strike at Gaza hospital kills five including Hamas political leader The Guardian
- Israel blows up Gaza’s only specialised cancer hospital in massive blast Al Jazeera English
- IDF targets terrorist within Khan Yunis hospital The Jerusalem Post
- Israel air strike hits hospital in Gaza as death toll passes 50,000, Palestinian health ministry says ABC News
Gaza relocation plan begins: 70 Gazans depart for Europe – The Jerusalem Post
- Gaza relocation plan begins: 70 Gazans depart for Europe The Jerusalem Post
- Israeli Government Approves Bureau for 'Voluntary Emigration' of Palestinians From Gaza Haaretz
- Security cabinet approves new directorate to enable 'voluntary' departure of Palestinians from Gaza The Times of Israel
- Israel establishes new body to assist Gazans seeking to emigrate JNS.org
- Israel creates department for ‘voluntary transfer’ of people out of Gaza Yahoo
Turkey jails Istanbul mayor before trial, stoking opposition anger – Reuters
- Turkey jails Istanbul mayor before trial, stoking opposition anger Reuters
- Istanbul mayor jailed as protesters across Turkey defy ban on gatherings CNN International
- President Erdogan jails his rival, and endangers Turkey’s democracy The Economist
- Why are there protests in Turkiye? What to know Al Jazeera English
- Prosecutors request formal arrest of Istanbul mayor and top challenger to Turkey’s Erdogan The Associated Press
How Israel plans to escalate its war on Hamas in Gaza – The Washington Post
- How Israel plans to escalate its war on Hamas in Gaza The Washington Post
- The Israeli government's destructive recipe Israel Hayom
- Netanyahu and Top Aides Think Israel Must Beat Hamas on the Battlefield The Wall Street Journal
- Netanyahu’s difficulties are behind the return of war in Gaza Vatican News - English
- Can Israel take more war? The Spectator
South African ambassador expelled from US welcomed home by supporters
Ebrahim Rasool, declared persona non grata by Washington, was surrounded by crowds at Cape Town airport
The South African ambassador who was expelled from the US and declared persona non grata by the Trump administration was welcomed home on Sunday by hundreds of supporters who sang songs praising him.
Crowds at Cape Town International airport surrounded Ebrahim Rasool and his wife Rosieda as they emerged in the arrivals terminal in their home town, and they needed a police escort to help them navigate their way through the building.
Continue reading...Israeli cabinet casts no-confidence vote against attorney general
Critics see the no-confidence vote as part of broader moves to weaken judicial checks on Netanyahu's government.
Max Frankel, Top Times Editor Who Led a Newspaper in Transition, Dies at 94 – The New York Times
Could Israeli violence ignite a wider conflict in the Middle East?
Gaza and Lebanon are under attack while the US bombs Yemen.
Analysis: Israelis protest as Netanyahu focuses on securing political power
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu fights over removing senior officials and budget, as protests against him continue.
Hallelujah! A day to celebrate the Pope’s release from the hospital — and his beloved gelato – The Associated Press
- Hallelujah! A day to celebrate the Pope’s release from the hospital — and his beloved gelato The Associated Press
- Pope Francis Makes Public Appearance in Rome The New York Times
- Pope Francis appears frail as he’s discharged from hospital to continue recovery at Vatican CNN
- Pope Francis returns to Vatican, but remains out of public view Yahoo
- Pope Francis makes 1st public appearance in five weeks, returns to the Vatican Fox News
Starmer is warned against ‘appeasing’ Trump with tax cut for US tech firms
Labour MP and Lib Dem leader express concern social media companies could be let off hook just as benefits are cut
Keir Starmer has been warned against “appeasing” Donald Trump as he considers reducing a major tax for US tech companies while cutting disability benefits and public sector jobs.
His chancellor, Rachel Reeves, confirmed on Sunday that there were “ongoing” discussions about the UK’s £1bn-a-year digital services tax that affects companies including Meta and Amazon.
Continue reading...Education secretary orders inquiry into allegations of student loan fraud
Bridget Phillipson instructs Public Sector Fraud Authority to look into whether millions of pounds falsely claimed
Fraud experts will investigate the university loans system amid concerns that students are falsely claiming millions of pounds without intending to study, the education secretary has announced.
Bridget Phillipson has instructed the Public Sector Fraud Authority to coordinate the response to allegations that individuals with no genuine academic intent are enrolling in degree courses to secure loans.
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