European countries are being advised to lower gas storage filling targets and to start refilling gas stores early, as the conflict in Middle East drives up global energy prices. European Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen urged in a letter to national energy ministers, seen by POLITICO, that countries should be flexible in how they refill gas…
Month: March 2026
Furry Frenemies Turned Best Friends
Dog and Cat: Unexpected Best Friends It’s a truth universally acknowledged that dogs and cats are supposed to be natural enemies. Yet in one cozy household, that rule doesn’t apply. Here, a dog and a cat are not just roommates they’re the ultimate best friends, partners in crime, and sometimes chaos coordinators. Morning Adventures Their…
Latest news bulletin | March 21st, 2026 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 21st, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Egypt intensifies diplomacy as Iran war reshapes regional tensions
Egypt’s recent outreach comes as countries across the region try to contain the fallout from the war, with Gulf states under attack and leaders trying to avoid a wider conflict.
Russian tanker drifts into Libyan waters amid environmental warnings
The Russian sanctioned tanker was damaged by explosions and has been drifting unmanned in the Mediterranean for several weeks. Several EU leaders warned the vessel, carrying hazardous cargo, could pose a serious environmental risk.
Iran says Natanz nuclear site was struck, as Tehran launches ballistic missiles at US-UK base
US President Donald Trump said he was considering “winding down” military operations in the Middle East, even as the United States deploys more troops and warships to the region.
Latest news bulletin | March 21st, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 21st, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Two people arrested trying to access UK’s Faslane naval base
LONDON — Two people have been arrested after trying to get into the Faslane naval base, where the U.K.’s nuclear submarines are based. A 34-year-old man and a 31-year-old woman were detained after attempting to enter the base at around 5 p.m. on Thursday, Police Scotland said in a statement. A Royal Navy spokesperson acknowledged…
Strava fitness app reportedly reveals location of France aircraft carrier at sea
A French navy member was reportedly shown jogging in circles on a ship in the middle of the sea northwest of Cyprus, according to his public profile on the Strava fitness tracking app.
Nowruz in Tehran: Crowded markets dispte ongoing airstrikes
Iran’s capital Tehran showed signs of cautious activity on 19 March 2026 as residents prepared for Nowruz, despite ongoing US-Israeli strikes that have disrupted daily life since 28 February.