Pope Francis still critical but shows ‘slight improvement’: Vatican
Vatican says pope still receiving oxygen as hospitalisation for double pneumonia nears two-week mark.
Karla Sofía Gascón to attend Oscars despite tweet controversy
The Emilia Pérez best actress nominee will be at Sunday’s ceremony with Netflix paying for all expenses incurred
The Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón is reportedly set to attend this Sunday’s Oscars after controversy over bigoted tweets.
The Spanish actor, who is nominated for best actress, had been removed from the campaign trail by Netflix after resurfaced tweets led to a backlash.
Continue reading...As Trump touts his dealmaking ability on Ukraine, Macron warns against a ‘weak’ agreement – CNN
- As Trump touts his dealmaking ability on Ukraine, Macron warns against a ‘weak’ agreement CNN
- Macron interrupts Trump, clarifies how Europe gave money to Ukraine CNN
- Trump expresses hope Russia’s war in Ukraine is nearing an endgame as he meets with France’s Macron The Associated Press
- Trump Live Updates: Elon Musk's Federal Worker Ultimatum, Macron's White House Visit and More The New York Times
- Live updates: Trump and France's Macron discuss Russia, Ukraine, tariffs at the White House NBC News
As Israeli tanks roll into Jenin, Palestinians prepare for lengthy invasion
Residents of Jenin face an uncertain future as military attacks intensify, forcing families to flee their homes.
Clint Hill, Secret Service agent who leapt on to car after JFK was shot, dies aged 93
Hill received awards and was promoted for actions that day but for decades blamed himself for then president’s death
Clint Hill, the Secret Service agent who leapt on to the back of John F Kennedy’s limousine after the then president was shot, then was forced to retire early because he remained haunted by memories of the assassination, died on Friday. He was 93.
Hill died at home in Belvedere, California, according to his publisher, Gallery Books, an imprint of Simon & Schuster. A cause of death was not given.
Continue reading...Elon Musk Congratulates AfD Leader on Germany’s Election Results – The New York Times
- Elon Musk Congratulates AfD Leader on Germany’s Election Results The New York Times
- Elon Musk's X supported far-right German party celebrating historic election gains USA TODAY
- Germany election, Musk’s email and Ukraine anniversary Reuters.com
- Elon Musk puts his finger on the scale in German elections MSNBC
- Germany: Merz says it’s ‘five to midnight’ for Europe and calls for unity following CDU/CSU election success– live The Guardian
Trump has changed Ukraine debate ‘for the better’, says Downing Street
Starmer’s spokesperson says US intervention ‘could bring lasting peace’ as No 10 treads carefully before White House visit
Donald Trump has changed the global conversation around Ukraine “for the better”, Downing Street has said, as the UK imposed further sanctions on Russia in an effort to force Vladimir Putin to make concessions.
As world leaders marked the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Keir Starmer’s spokesperson said the US president had opened the door to talks that could bring lasting peace.
Continue reading...Trump says Putin will accept European peacekeepers in Ukraine – POLITICO Europe
Missing British businessman’s body found in Kenyan forest
Campbell Scott, a senior director at Fico, was reported missing while in Nairobi for a three-day conference
Police searching for a British businessman missing in Kenya have recovered a body, found in a sack in scrubland about 60 miles from Nairobi, reports said.
Campbell Scott, 58, a senior director at the data analytics company Fico, went missing on 16 February after arriving in the Kenyan capital to attend a conference at the JW Marriott hotel.
Continue reading...Germany election: Merz says it’s ‘five to midnight’ for Europe
Leader of victorious conservative alliance says continent must build defence capability as US moves towards ‘America alone’ motto
The man expected to be Germany’s next chancellor has said Europe must act swiftly to increase its defence capability in the face of a US administration whose motto is moving towards “America alone”, adding: “This is really five minutes to midnight for Europe.”
In a wide-ranging press conference after his conservative alliance’s victory in Sunday’s federal election, Friedrich Merz made it clear his focus was on the turbulent geopolitical landscape, saying that although he would seek good ties with the US he was also ready for “the worst-case scenario”.
Continue reading...After 9 Months on the Run, Fugitive ‘the Fly’ Faces Court – Newser
- After 9 Months on the Run, Fugitive 'the Fly' Faces Court Newser
- French fugitive 'The Fly' is being extradited from Romania to France, official says Yahoo
- French prisoner 'The Fly' arrested nine months after deadly van ambush BBC.com
- Nine-Month Manhunt for French Fugitive Finally Produces an Arrest The New York Times
- France says gangster ‘The Fly’ was arrested in Romania Voice of America
Special mass held for Pope Francis in Rome
A special mass was held for Pope Francis at the Vatican in Rome, where officials say he showed ‘slight improvement’.
Apple announces $500bn investment in the US
Move comes on heels of threats by US President Donald Trump to impose tariffs that would make iPhones more expensive.
Uefa president Ceferin makes outspoken intervention on European politics
- Slovenian opines about immigration and populism
- ‘We are all fed up with political correctness’
The president of Uefa, Aleksander Ceferin, has made an outspoken intervention in European politics, claiming “freedom of speech no longer exists” and “we are all fed up of political correctness”.
In a wide-ranging series of remarks Ceferin attacked European politicians over their handling of the Ukraine war and for “preaching to the world”. He even joked that the only “great thing” the EU has done is to mandate that bottle tops should not be detachable.
Continue reading...Can the US and Ukraine reach a minerals deal?
Washington is pressing Kyiv to sign away billions in mineral wealth for continued support.
US fossil fuel industry campaigns to kill policies that ban gas in new buildings
Oil and gas interests coordinate campaign to stop local and state policies, putting climate at risk, new report shows
Oil and gas interests have waged a coordinated campaign to kill pro-electrification policies that ban gas connections in new buildings, putting the climate at risk, according to a new report.
Since 2019, utilities and fossil fuel trade groups, including the American Gas Association (AGA) and National Propane Gas Association (NPGA), have worked together to successfully thwart various local and state efforts.
Continue reading...Macron tells Trump Europe wants to secure ‘solid peace’ in Ukraine
Donald Trump says French president agreed Europe must bear 'cost and burden of securing peace' amid push to end war.
Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid – Copa del Rey semifinal: Time, team updates
The Spanish football giants, one point apart in the LaLiga, face off in the first leg of the Spanish Cup semifinals.
Hamas official says Netanyahu ‘intentionally sabotaging’ Gaza ceasefire
Basem Naim says Israel must release 620 Palestinian prisoners as planned if ceasefire talks are to continue.
Champions Trophy: Ravindra’s ton guides New Zealand’s win over Bangladesh
Hosts Pakistan are ousted after Ravindra and Bracewell help New Zealand to a five-wicket win over Bangladesh in Group A.