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Barca must 'make the impossible possible': coach Flick on Atletico cup challenge
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick insisted Monday his team could turn around a 4-0 deficit in the Copa del Rey semi-final tie against Atletico Madrid.
Culture
Furry, frayed & freezing on Milan catwalks: the fashion trends
As the attention of the world's fashionistas moves from Milan to Paris on the final day of the Italian city's Fashion Week Monday, a roundup of Italy's runway style is due.
Culture
Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum discovers new Rembrandt
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam said Monday it had uncovered a new painting by Rembrandt, using advanced scanning technology and stylistic analysis to confirm it was crafted by the Dutch master.
Sports
Olympic comeback queen Brignone ends ski season
Italian ski great Federica Brignone, who came back from injury to win two gold medals at last month's Winter Olympics, announced on Monday she had ended her campaign for this season.
Politics
Key Gulf air hubs caught up in Iran conflict
Thriving thanks to their strategic geographical position, strong state backing and leading carriers, huge air hubs in the Gulf oil kingdoms have been shaken by the conflict over Iran.
Technology
Middle East fighting overshadows world telecom show
Fighting over Iran impacted the start on Monday of the Mobile World Congress (MWC) telecoms trade fair thousands of miles away in Barcelona, with Israeli firms absent and activists demonstrating for a boycott of the country's pavilion.
Sports
South Korea outclass Iran in Asian Women's Cup opener
South Korea went to the top of Pool A in the Women's Asian Cup after overcoming a dogged Iran 3-0 in their tournament opener on Queensland's Gold Coast on Monday.
Sports
Liverpool's Slot says his 'football heart' does not like set-piece trend
Liverpool boss Arne Slot said Monday that the growing reliance on set pieces in the Premier League has sucked some of the joy out of football but accepts it is the new reality.
Politics
Israel aims fresh attack at Tehran: latest developments in US-Iran war
Israel traded fire with Hezbollah in Lebanon on Monday and continued attacks on Iran as the fallout from two days of US-Israeli strikes widened, with Iranian counterattacks hitting Gulf states and a British base in Cyprus.
Politics
At least 25 killed at Pakistan's weekend pro-Iran protests
The death toll from Pakistan's violent weekend protests over the killing of Iran's supreme leader in US-Israeli strikes has reached at least 25, according to an AFP tally on Monday.
Economy
Energy prices soar, stock markets slide on Iran war fallout
Oil and gas prices soared, stock markets slid and the dollar firmed on Monday as the widening Iran war shook financial markets across the globe.
Economy
'No indication' Iran nuclear installations hit: IAEA
The head of the UN's nuclear watchdog said on Monday his agency has "no indication" that any nuclear installations have been damaged or hit in Iran following US and Israeli strikes on the country.
Economy
Showdown looms between Tesla and German union
An industrial relations showdown looms this week as Germany's powerful IG Metall union is seeking to gain control of the works council at US billionaire Elon Musk's Tesla plant outside Berlin.
Politics
Israel vows intensified attacks: latest developments in US-Iran war
Israel traded fire with Hezbollah in Lebanon on Monday and continued attacks on Iran as the fallout from two days of US-Israeli strikes widened, with Iranian counterattacks in Gulf states and a British base in Cyprus.
Economy
France arrests activists blocking ship over alleged Russia uranium links
Police arrested four Greenpeace activists on Monday for blocking a cargo ship in France that they alleged was transporting uranium from Russia for the country's nuclear power plants.
Technology
Tech sovereignty and AI networks set to dominate mobile meet
Tens of thousands flocked to the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona Monday, with this year's edition of the telecoms trade fair marked by efforts to integrate AI into networks.
Politics
Indian police clash with pro-Khamenei protesters in Kashmir
Police in Indian-administered Kashmir fired teargas on Monday during clashes with thousands of demonstrators protesting the killing of Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei for a second day in a row.
Israel targets Hezbollah, Iran: latest developments in US-Iran war
Israel and Hezbollah traded fire on Monday as the fallout from US-Israeli strikes on Iran widened, with attacks in Gulf states and a British base in Cyprus.
Economy
Canada and India strike agreements on rare earth, uranium
India and Canada on Monday reached a string of agreements, including on critical mineral cooperation and a "landmark" uranium supply deal for nuclear power, the countries' leaders said in New Delhi.
Economy
Crude, gas prices soar and stocks drop after US strikes on Iran
Oil and gas prices soared while stocks fell in Asia on Monday after US-Israeli strikes on Iran sent investors fleeing the prospect of an extended conflict in the crude-rich Middle East.
Sports
A rough guide to F1 rule changes for 2026
The 2026 Formula One season has been flagged up as revolutionary because of the sweeping changes to chassis and power unit regulations, designed to create more overtaking opportunities and improve the sport's eco-sustainability.
Politics
At least 25 killed at Pakistan's pro-Iran weekend protests
The death toll from Pakistan's violent weekend protests over the killing of Iran's supreme leader has reached at least 25, according to an AFP tally on Monday.
Israel kills 31 in Lebanon, vows to expand strikes after Hezbollah fire
Israeli strikes on Lebanon killed at least 31 people on Monday, authorities said, following rocket fire from Tehran-backed militant group Hezbollah after the killing of Iran's supreme leader.
Politics
Myanmar grants amnesty to over 7,000 convicted of 'terrorist group' support
Myanmar's military junta granted amnesty on Monday to more than 7,000 prisoners convicted of financing or sheltering a "terrorist group", a designation it has used to outlaw pro-democracy factions opposing its rule.
Sports
Riyadh's King Fahd stadium to host 2027 Asian Cup final
Riyadh's King Fahd Sport City Stadium will host the opening and closing matches of next year's Asian Cup, officials announced Monday, the football showpiece seen as a precursor for the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia.
Sports
'Superman Sanju' toast of India after T20 World Cup heroics
India on Monday hailed Sanju Samson as a "game-changer" after the opener's batting masterclass in Kolkata took the defending champions into the T20 World Cup semi-finals.
Sports
Travel chaos, but F1 season-opener in Australia 'ready to go'
Australian Formula One chief Travis Auld said Monday travel chaos due to US-Israeli strikes on Iran is not expected to impact the season-opening Grand Prix, but some 1,000 race staff have had to scramble and change flights.
Sports
Lunar New Year heartache for Chinese team at Women's Asian Cup
Skipper Wu Haiyan said Monday the Chinese team was trying not to dwell on missing Lunar New Year celebrations with family as they prepare to defend their Women's Asian Cup title.
Nature
El Nino may return in 2026 and make planet even hotter
The warming El Nino weather phenomenon could form later this year, potentially pushing global temperatures to record heights.
Politics
Somaliland's Israel deal could put Berbera port at risk
Somaliland says its recognition by Israel could be a boon for its Berbera port. But with missiles flying across the region, it could also be a target.
Politics
Texas primaries launch midterm battle with Trump agenda at stake
The US primary season launches on Tuesday, setting the stage for midterm elections that could reshape Washington's balance of power -- and determine the trajectory of President Donald Trump's remaining time in office.
Politics
How a Syrian refugee chef met Britain's King Charles
Pots clanged and oil sizzled inside the London kitchen of Syrian chef Imad Alarnab, as the former refugee who fled his country's civil war recalled hosting King Charles III.