Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this March 19th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Hungary: Wellness day for endangered tortoises at Nyíregyháza Zoo
Staff at Nyíregyháza Zoo carried out a wellness programme for resident tortoises on Wednesday 18 March, providing cleaning, grooming and veterinary checks.
Colombia: Baby grey titi monkey gets cuddly ‘mum’ ahead of return to wild
An orphaned grey titi monkey was released back into the wild after rehabilitation at a wildlife centre in Antioquia, authorities said on 18 March.
Iran: Mass funeral in Tehran for Larijani and other officials killed in strikes
Thousands gathered at Enghelab Square in Tehran on 18 March for the funeral procession of national security chief Ali Larijani, Basij commander Gholamreza Soleimani and dozens of sailors killed in recent strikes.
A ‘people’s republic’ on NATO’s edge: The Narva narrative testing Europe’s defences
A pro-Russian online campaign is casting the Estonian city of Narva as a “people’s republic”, spreading propaganda and at times calling for violence and sabotage.
Dire straits: The handful of marine choke points holding Europe’s economy hostage
From the Persian Gulf to the English Channel, a small number of narrow waterways carry the vast bulk of what Europeans eat, buy, and heat their homes with. When one of them is threatened the consequences ripple everywhere.
Former Tory MP Crispin Blunt charged with drug offenses
LONDON — Ex-Conservative MP Crispin Blunt was charged Wednesday with four drug offenses. Blunt, who served as MP for Reigate in Surrey between 1997 and 2024, faces one count of possessing a Class A drug — methylamphetamine — and three counts of possessing a Class B drug — GBL, cannabis and amphetamine. Malcolm McHaffie, who…
UN maritime body starts talks on Middle East shipping with Hormuz strait effectively closed
At least 21 ships have been hit, targeted or reported attacks since the start of the conflict, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations, a naval monitor.
Israel says Iran’s intelligence minister killed and authorises targeting of all officials
Israel killed top Iranian security official Ali Larijani and the head of the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard’s Basij force, Gholamreza Soleimani, on Tuesday.
How Does a Swimsuit and High Heels Transform a Beach Crawl into Fierce Fashion?
A Sand Runway: Fashion Meets Playful Drama The beach is usually a place for relaxing walks, gentle waves, and people peacefully lying on colorful towels under the sun. But every once in a while, something unusual happens that turns the ordinary into an extraordinary scene. On this bright and sunny day, the beach received exactly…