A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck southern Ibaraki, shaking Tokyo and eastern Japan, while authorities said no tsunami warning was issued.
Ethiopia begins three days of national mourning after rain-triggered landslides in Gamo Zone killed at least 80 people and displaced more than 3,400.
Floods and landslides in Ethiopia’s Gamo Zone have killed 70 people, officials say, with more than 120 still missing as rescue and aid operations continue.
Brazil opened CMS COP15 in Campo Grande as governments pressed for urgent action to protect migratory species facing habitat loss, pollution and decline.
Colombia is investigating a military plane crash in Putumayo that killed at least 66 people, injured dozens and left four missing.
Dubai World Cup night at Meydan brings Forever Young and a strong international field into focus ahead of the March 28 feature race in Dubai.
UAE and Egypt leaders held talks in Abu Dhabi focusing on economic cooperation and regional tensions, emphasizing diplomacy and stability in Middle East affairs.
Asia Rugby ratified a Dubai operations office while keeping its legal headquarters in Hong Kong, formalizing the regional body’s dual-base structure.
UAE astronomers expect Eid Al Fitr on March 20, 2026 as Ramadan reaches 30 days; federal holiday March 19-22, private sector March 19-21.
Business
South Korea exports hit a record $86.1 billion in March, the first time monthly shipments topped $80 billion, driven by surging semiconductor demand.
News
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck southern Ibaraki, shaking Tokyo and eastern Japan, while authorities said no tsunami warning was issued.
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and Qatar Emir Sheikh Tamim held talks in Abu Dhabi on regional developments, security, maritime risks and stability.
WTO ministers ended talks without renewing the digital tariff moratorium, leaving e-commerce duties unresolved and reform work unfinished.
A new child online safety rule in Indonesia now blocks under-16 users from accounts on low-risk social platforms, while rollout questions remain.
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck southern Ibaraki, shaking Tokyo and eastern Japan, while authorities said no tsunami warning was issued.
Health
Technology
Jensen Huang says companies will favor workers who use AI well, as Nvidia pushes a broader message that AI fluency is becoming a workplace advantage.
Travel
Yas Waterworld Yas Island Abu Dhabi will open its latest expansion on April 4, adding 11 new attractions and lifting the waterpark to more than 70 experiences.
China plans visa-free entry for British travelers for trips up to 30 days, the UK says, after Prime Minister Keir Starmer met President Xi Jinping in Beijing Friday.
U.S. international arrivals eased in 2025, with Canada and main overseas markets off as Commerce data showed monthly declines while global tourism rose overall.
A CAE forecast says airlines and business aviation must add 300,000 pilots by 2034, alongside 416,000 technicians and 678,000 cabin crew to staff global growth.
Sports
Magnitude wins Dubai World Cup 2026 at Meydan Racecourse, securing $6.96 million prize and delivering United States its ninth victory in the prestigious race.
Automotive
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class adds an illuminated grille, optional lit hood star, and DIGITAL LIGHT headlamps, pairing new styling cues with flagship cabin tech and comfort features.
Entertainment
Ben Affleck calls AI a support tool, but critics say generative systems already shape film and TV workflows, costs and labor demand.
The investigation into Matthew Perry’s tragic overdose has resulted in charges against five individuals, including three medical professionals and one…
