Eid al-Fitr 2026: Global Celebrations and Challenges
Muslims worldwide prepare to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, marking Ramadan's end, but festivities are tempered by Middle East conflict and political tensions.
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UK's Lost Cooking Skills Harm Youth Health and Confidence
Over half of UK youth lack kitchen confidence as schools and parents fail to pass on cooking skills. Experts warn this impacts health, budgets, and social development.
Senegal's Anti-Gay Crackdown Intensifies, Sparking Widespread Fear
Senegal is moving to increase prison terms for homosexuality from five to ten years, with LGBTQ+ individuals reporting increased persecution, arrests, and mob violence in the conservative Muslim nation.
Iranian Americans Mark Nowruz with Solemnity Amid Conflict
Iranian Americans celebrate Persian New Year with subdued traditions and vigils, reflecting on recent violence in Iran and regional tensions.
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Danish Royals' Tasmanian Visit: Marine Life & Green Initiatives
King Frederik and Queen Mary concluded their Australian tour in Tasmania, engaging with marine researchers, exploring sustainable projects, and revisiting the Queen's home state after two decades.
Eid al-Fitr 2026 Begins Friday with Saudi Moon Sighting
Eid al-Fitr 2026 starts on Friday, March 20, after Saudi Arabia's moon-sighting announcement. Pakistan and Afghanistan announce a temporary truce for the holiday, with celebrations worldwide.
Dubai Airport Operates Amid Missile Strikes and Panic
Despite Iranian drone attacks near Dubai International Airport, flights continue as passengers scramble to leave. The UAE's media control and migrant worker plight reveal deeper tensions in the glittering city-state.
Social Media Harms Youth Well-Being, Finland Happiest Nation
The 2026 World Happiness Report reveals a stark decline in youth well-being linked to heavy social media use, especially among teenage girls. Finland ranks as the happiest country for the ninth consecutive year.
Vegas Teacher Faces Charges Over 'Gold Digger' Comments and Knife Game
A fifth-grade teacher in Las Vegas has been charged with multiple counts of child abuse after students reported he called girls 'gold diggers' and played a frightening pretend stabbing game in class.
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Eid al-Fitr 2026 Date Confirmed as Ramadan Ends
Eid al-Fitr 2026 begins on Friday, March 20, as Saudi Arabia announces the moon sighting, with celebrations and prayers scheduled globally, including in the UK, UAE, and Australia.
EU Leaders Seek Urgent Solution for Drifting Russian Tanker
Five southern European nations warn of imminent environmental catastrophe from damaged Russian LNG tanker drifting in Mediterranean, requesting EU civil protection activation.
Roman Artifact in Mexico Sparks Pre-Columbian Discovery Debate
Archaeologists are debating a Roman terracotta head found in a Mexican tomb, with scientific dating suggesting it predates Columbus by over 1,000 years, challenging traditional discovery narratives.
AP's Top Daily Photos Showcase Global Events and Stories
The Associated Press releases its daily selection of top photos, highlighting significant global events, cultural moments, and human-interest stories from around the world.
Israel-Hezbollah War Escalates: Beirut Hit, Ground Invasion Looms
The resurgent war between Israel and Hezbollah intensifies with Israeli strikes hitting central Beirut and troops massing for a potential major ground invasion in southern Lebanon.
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Cardiff University research reveals playing with dolls like Barbie and Ken enhances empathy and social understanding in children, offering benefits tablets cannot match.
Ukraine Advances as Russia Faces Disease Outbreaks and Diplomatic Hurdles
Ukrainian forces advance in Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk, while Zelensky warns Middle East crisis impacts diplomacy. Russia deals with cattle disease outbreaks, and NATO considers pipeline expansion.
Kent Student Slams University Over Meningitis Outbreak
A University of Kent student has criticised the institution's handling of a meningitis outbreak, calling for better hospital provisions in Canterbury.
WHO Prepares for Nuclear Incident in Iran Conflict
World Health Organization officials admit they are preparing for a worst-case scenario nuclear threat amid escalating US-Israeli military operations against Iran, with staff being trained on radiation response.
Kent Students Demand Campus Shutdown Over Meningitis Outbreak
Students at the University of Kent are calling for immediate campus closure after UKHSA declared a national meningitis incident, with 20 cases and two fatalities reported.
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Eid al-Fitr 2026 Date Confirmed for Friday Celebrations
Saudi Arabia announces Eid al-Fitr will begin on Friday, March 20, 2026, after moon-sighting. UK schools close and global preparations intensify for the end of Ramadan.
Holy Sepulchre Closure Sparks Prophecy Fears in Jerusalem
The unprecedented closure of Jerusalem's Church of the Holy Sepulchre during Holy Week due to Iranian missile debris has ignited fears about biblical prophecies and the Antichrist among some observers.
Eid al-Fitr 2026 Date Confirmed by Saudi Moonsighters
Saudi Arabia has declared Eid al-Fitr 2026 will start on Friday after the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted, with UK schools closing and global celebrations underway.
Trans Teacher Escapes Florida's Anti-LGBT+ Laws for Maryland
Saoirse Stone, a Florida native and English teacher, launches fundraiser to move to Maryland, citing oppressive state laws, book bans, and threats to her teaching career and healthcare access.
Inspirational School in Impossible Times: Parents' Fears
From the archives: A 2022 Guardian Long Read explores how austerity, the pandemic, and the cost of living crisis have pushed schools to the brink, highlighting the immense efforts of staff to provide opportunities for children.
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Israel's 'Gaza Model' Threatens Lebanon, World Response Lags
Israeli leaders plan to implement the devastating 'Gaza model' in Lebanon, with strikes killing hundreds and displacing millions, while genocide warnings go unheeded.
Tehran Residents Defy Bombing as War Enters Third Week
As the US-Israeli military campaign stretches into its third week, millions in Tehran remain in their homes despite constant airstrikes, with displaced figures rising and daily life profoundly disrupted.
Mother Sues Archdiocese Over Son's Suicide After Expulsion
A Louisiana mother files a wrongful death lawsuit against the New Orleans archdiocese, alleging negligence after her son's suicide following expulsion from a Catholic high school over a bullying incident.
Ancient Gaul Skeleton Found Sitting Upright in Dijon Dig
Archaeologists in Dijon, France, have unearthed another skeleton buried in a seated position, adding to a mysterious collection of Gaulish tombs that challenge historical understanding.
Evil Spirits and Police Homecomings in Global Photos
A visual journey across the world captures Kenyan police returning from Haiti, Balinese evil spirit parades, and scenes from Israel to Alaska in Wednesday's top images.
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Eid al-Fitr 2026 Date Awaits Moon Sighting Decision
Muslims worldwide prepare for Eid al-Fitr as Saudi Arabia and other nations conduct moon sightings to confirm the end of Ramadan, with celebrations expected on Thursday or Friday.
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