2016-03-26

World News

Is charged Brussels suspect Fayçal C mystery airport 'man in the hat'?

Is the man charged in Belgium on Saturday with “terrorist murder” the “man in the hat” filmed at Brussels airport with the two suicide bombers

26/03/2016

World News

Ireland marks centenary of 1916 Easter Uprising

Ireland has been commemorating the centenary of the 1916 Easter Uprising. While the revolt against British rule failed – it was quashed within days

26/03/2016

World News

Greece steps up efforts to clear Idomeni camp, but many reluctant to leave

The Greek authorities on Friday evening began transporting refugees and migrants from the sprawling settlement in the border town of Idomeni to

26/03/2016

World News

Cygnus spacecraft reaches ISS

The Cygnus capsule, developed by Orbital ATK, is delivering 8,000 pounds of groceries and gear.

26/03/2016

Sport

Tbilisi judo Grand Prix: Tatalashvili leads strong home showing on day two

The Tbilisi Grand Prix is well underway now and day two saw the home contingent scoop up a few medals – one of which was gold. But they all came from

26/03/2016

Sport

Video: Italian duo break speed skiing world records

Italian speed skiers Ivan Origone and Valentina Greggio on Saturday set new men’s and women’s world records at the French Alps resort of Vars

26/03/2016

Syria

JUST IN: Palmyra 'recaptured' from ISIL, military source

JUST IN: Syrian government forces have retaken Palmyra from ISIL militants, according to a military source. More details to follow. Syrian

26/03/2016

Belgium

Brussels March Against Fear is called off over security concerns

The March Against Fear scheduled to take place in Brussels has been called off. The rally due to be held Sunday was organised to encourage solidarity

26/03/2016

Sport

Fencing: Dershwitz claims sabre title at Seoul Grand Prix

American fencer Eli Dershwitz won the men’s sabre title at the Seoul Grand Prix on Saturday after seeing off the challenge Iran’s Mojtaba Abedini in

26/03/2016

Sport

New Zealand smash Bangladesh to reach World Twenty20 semis

New Zealand have booked their place in the World Twenty20 semi-finals with a stunning 75-run win over Bangladesh at Eden Gardens in Kolkata Saturday

26/03/2016

Yemen

Yemen: One year on

Casualties stretch into the thousands and a humanitarian crisis is being exacerbated by the conflict. A ceasefire will precede peace talks, although there have already been several failed attempts to

26/03/2016

Belgium

Belgian prosecutors charge three men with terrorist offences following the Brussels attacks

The suspect was named as Faycal C but no further information was given. However, Belgian media are reporting that he is the third man seen on CCTV at the airport seen alongside the two suspected suici

26/03/2016

Cuba

'Please allow me to introduce myself' - Rolling Stones 1st-ever gig in Cuba

26/03/2016

Belgium

Belgium's infrastructure at risk of cyber attack, EU counter-terrorism chief

Belgian federal prosecutors said a man named Faycal C had been charged with participation in a terrorist group, terrorist killings and attempted terrorist killings.

26/03/2016

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26/03/2016

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Remembering Argentina's 1976 coup

Tens of thousands of Argentines marched in Buenos Aires on Thursday (24 March) to mark the 40th anniversary of the coup that overthrew Isabel Peron

26/03/2016

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Crucifixion in the Philippines

A group Catholics in the Philippines marked Good Friday (25 March) with re-enactments of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Devotees take part in such

26/03/2016

Iraq

Video footage of suicide bomb attack on Iraq football match

Amateur footage captures the moment a suicide bomber struck a football match in a town south of Baghdad. The game had just finished and trophies were

26/03/2016

Korea

Seoul responds to North Korea threats

As Pyongyang carries out military exercises simulating an attack on the presidential palace, South Korea warns the North to ends its provocations.

26/03/2016

Cuba

Cubans get satisfaction as Rolling Stones rock Havana

They’ve jumped around to “Jumpin’ Jack Flash” for decades – but never before in Cuba. The Rolling Stones staged their free concert in Havana on

26/03/2016

Belgium

ISIL release propaganda video celebrating Brussels bombings

Self-styled Islamic State militants have followed up their initial claims of responsibility for the Brussels bombings with videos gloating over the

26/03/2016

Vatican

Pope Francis condemns 'unprecedented' terrorist violence in Good Friday speech

Pope Francis has used his Good Friday address to condemn Europe’s reaction to the migrant crisis, which he said had been blunted by our “indifferent

26/03/2016

Iraq

Iraq: ISIL suicide bomber strikes amateur football match near Baghdad

The self-proclaimed Islamic State has claimed responsiblity for a suicide bomb attack on an amateur football match near Baghdad, reportedly killing

26/03/2016