Iran strikes highlight Dubai influencers' free speech limits
Dubai influencers are accused of generating "tone-deaf" social media posts as they react — or avoid reacting — to the …
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Starmer says he would't have appointed Mandelson as US envoy if he'd known he failed vetting process
Under-fire Prime Minister Keir Starmer told the House of Commons that neither he nor his ministers were told that the …
EU weighs giving US data for fewer travel restrictions
The European Union is negotiating a framework that could allow US authorities to search national databases across much of the …
Slovenia election a battle for country's 'identity'
Sunday's parliamentary election in Slovenia is shaping up to be a tight race between the governing center-left GS and the …
Warships passed Hormuz amid ongoing talks with Iran
The two US warships are set to begin clearing mines from the Strait of Hormuz, the US military said. Meanwhile, …
Trump extends deadline in Iran ultimatum
US President Donald Trump announced a five-day postponement of military strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure on Monday after previously threatening …
Iranians and Israelis united through music
The Berlin-based music ensemble Sistanagila brings together musicians from Iran and Israel who offer a message of hope for a …
‘Can it run Doom?’ — why scientists got brain cells and a satellite to play the classic game
Nature, Published online: 13 March 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-00845-wNature staff discuss some of the week's top science news.
WHO approves first Malaria drug for babies
Children under five account for more than two-thirds of malaria deaths. A new drug offers hope for this vulnerable group.
Using mosquitoes to vaccinate bats could curb the spread of deadly diseases
Nature, Published online: 11 March 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-00795-3But scientists say there are practical and ethical challenges to overcome before the strategy …
Germany, others partially release oil reserves amid Iran war
Germany, Austria, Japan, Spain and France have all indicated plans to release some of their oil reserves, a day after …
Russian students duped into signing contracts with military
University students are being recruited to serve in drone units fighting Ukraine. They are offered lucrative contracts and promised they …
Knock knock, no one’s there. Study finds scientists’ jokes mostly fall flat
Nature, Published online: 18 March 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-00854-9Survey examines how often academics attempt jokes during conference talks — and how these …
Major Turing computing award goes to quantum science for first time
Nature, Published online: 18 March 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-00818-zTuring Award winners Gilles Brassard and Charles Bennett pioneered ideas that are now foundational …
Is VW eyeing Iron Dome parts production at German plant?
A report in the Financial Times says Volkswagen is considering producing defense components for Israel. A VW spokesperson told DW …
Two new arrests over foiled Bank of America attack
French police arrested two more suspects over a foiled attack on Bank of America's Paris offices. The custody of the …
Voting closes in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry
It's election season in India with voters in two states and a union territory headed to polls. Meanwhile, Dhaka has …
Musk vs. OpenAI trial gets underway
Two giants in the AI sector are set for a courtroom battle: Elon Musk (xAI) is taking on Sam Altmann …
China's Xi hosts Taiwan opposition leader in Beijing
Chinese leader Xi Jinping is courting Taiwan's China-friendly opposition leader as Beijing seeks to reframe the cross-strait narrative.
Artemis II crew emotional as mission prepares for reentry
In less than 48 hours, the Orion spacecraft is due to splash down in the Pacific Ocean. Crew members have …