Global Holy Week Celebrations in Photo Gallery
A curated AP photo gallery showcases Christians worldwide observing Holy Week through processions and reenactments, marking the sacred period from Palm Sunday to Easter.
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Beirut Overwhelmed by War Displacement into Makeshift Shelters
Hundreds of thousands of Lebanese displaced by the escalating Israel-Hezbollah conflict are sheltering in Beirut's public spaces, straining resources and transforming the capital.
Schwarzenegger Tells Belfast Students: Don't Limit Yourself
Arnold Schwarzenegger received an honorary doctorate from Ulster University and inspired students with his message of relentless pursuit of big goals, drawing from his journey from Austria to Hollywood stardom.
Zelensky Calls for Energy Ceasefire as Russia-Ukraine War Intensifies
Ukrainian President Zelensky urges an 'energy ceasefire' with Russia to halt infrastructure strikes, as global oil prices surge due to Middle East tensions and brutal attacks escalate.
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US Iran Strategy and Afghanistan Floods: Global Crises
Trump avoids questions on Iran invasion as experts warn of risks in seizing Kharg Island. Meanwhile, Afghanistan faces deadly flooding with 28 deaths, and UN peacekeepers are killed in Lebanon.
Cuba to Receive Sanctioned Russian Oil Tanker
Cuba prepares for its first sanctioned Russian oil tanker delivery this year, carrying 730,000 barrels to ease energy shortages under a US blockade.
India Begins Year-Long Census of 1.4 Billion Population
India has started a monumental census, deploying over three million officials to count its 1.4 billion people, with data on castes and demographics to shape policy.
UN Peacekeepers Killed in Southern Lebanon Explosion
Two Indonesian UN peacekeepers were killed in a projectile explosion in southern Lebanon, with UNIFIL launching an investigation amid intense clashes between Israel and Hezbollah.
Myanmar Coup Leader's Presidency Bid Sparks Legitimacy Crisis
General Min Aung Hlaing's nomination for Myanmar's presidency by a military-controlled parliament raises severe human rights and geopolitical concerns, as UN reports warn of escalating atrocities and international inaction.
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South Sudan Gold Mine Massacre: Over 70 Killed Near Juba
Gunmen have killed more than 70 people at a gold mining site near South Sudan's capital Juba following a dispute, with opposition groups blaming government forces for the massacre.
Iran's UNESCO Sites at Risk from US-Israeli Airstrikes
British scholars and archaeologists have issued a stark warning that Iran's ancient cultural heritage, including UNESCO-listed sites, faces severe damage from ongoing US and Israeli airstrikes.
UK Scholars: US-Israeli Bombing Threatens Iran's Heritage
British academics warn that US and Israeli airstrikes are damaging Iran's UNESCO World Heritage sites, including Golestan Palace and Chehel Sotoun, with four already affected.
Passover 2026: Jewish Observance Amidst Conflict
Passover, a major Jewish holiday commemorating the Exodus from Egypt, is celebrated worldwide with family Seders and communal gatherings. This year's observance occurs against a backdrop of Middle East conflict, rising antisemitism, and community division
Air China Resumes Direct Flights to North Korea Post-Covid
Air China has resumed direct flights between Beijing and Pyongyang, marking the first passenger air service to North Korea since the Covid-19 pandemic began in 2020.
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Edinburgh University Staff Strike Over Job Cuts
University and College Union members at the University of Edinburgh have initiated strike action, alleging management breached a December agreement on compulsory redundancies amid budget cuts.
Iranian Plots, Bethlehem Siege and Papal Transition
Explore pivotal historical events from 30 March to 5 April as documented by The Independent's front pages, including Iranian assassination plots, Middle East conflicts, and global leadership changes.
War Disrupts Iraq-Iran Border Life, Isolating Families and Halting Trade
Intensified conflict and heavy Iranian security along the Kurdish border between Iraq and Iran are severing family connections and crippling daily life, according to firsthand accounts gathered by The Associated Press.
China-North Korea Flights Resume After Six-Year Suspension
Direct flights between Beijing and Pyongyang have resumed, following the restoration of passenger train services, ending a six-year suspension imposed during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Sacred Stick Fuels South Sudan's Political Power Struggle
Ngundeng Bong's sacred stick, a relic from 1878, now fuels political rivalry between President Kiir and opposition leader Machar, driving ethnic violence in South Sudan.
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Tate Lends LS Lowry Painting to Salford School in Historic First
The Tate has loaned LS Lowry's 'Dwelling, Ordsall Lane, Salford' to the Lowry Academy in Salford, marking its first-ever school loan to encourage gallery visits and arts careers among children.
Gaza's Dire Reality: Ceasefire Fails to Halt Suffering
Five months after a ceasefire announcement, Gaza's humanitarian crisis deepens with ongoing airstrikes, food shortages, and overwhelmed healthcare. Residents describe life stripped of hope as global attention turns elsewhere.
Global Weekend in Pictures: Palm Sunday to Protests and Surf
A visual journey across the world this weekend, capturing Palm Sunday observances, hazardous surf in Sydney, F1 triumph in Japan, and widespread protests against political policies.
First Nations Commissioner's Reluctant Leadership Drives Change
Sue-Anne Hunter, the inaugural First Nations children's commissioner, shares her journey from high school dropout to Harvard graduate, driven by a boy's tragic story to hold governments accountable for Indigenous treatment.
UN Urged to Recognise Slave Trade as Crime Against Humanity
Ghana's President Mahama calls for UN recognition of transatlantic slave trade as crime against humanity, with experts arguing for reparative justice.
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Childminders: Overlooked Lifeline in Childcare Crisis for Poor Families
Brett Wigdortz argues that framing nurseries as the default childcare option disadvantages low-income families, as childminders offer affordable, flexible care in deprived areas but are often ignored in policy discussions.
Myanmar's Military Stages Sham Election Amid Conflict
Five years after the coup, Myanmar's junta cosplays democracy with a sham election while intensifying war crimes. Opposition boycotts as China backs the regime and civilians suffer.
Houthi Militants: Iran-Backed Force in Red Sea Conflict
The Houthis, a Yemeni militant group with 20,000 fighters backed by Iran, have caused major disruption to international shipping in the Red Sea, impacting global supply chains amid regional conflicts.
Student's £26 Weekend Food Shop Sparks Cost of Living Debate
A university student's photo of a £26 weekend food haul of processed snacks has gone viral, highlighting the stark reality of food prices amid the ongoing cost of living crisis in the UK.
China Resumes Direct Flights to North Korea After 6 Years
China's flag carrier Air China has restarted direct flights between Beijing and Pyongyang, following the recent restoration of passenger train services between the two capitals.
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Bird Vendors' Annual Pilgrimage to Basilica of Guadalupe
During Palm Sunday, pajareros from across Mexico travel to Mexico City, decorating tall cages with flowers and images of the Virgin of Guadalupe for a pilgrimage to the basilica.
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