Issa Diop made his debut for Morocco after receiving clearance, just hours before the move reportedly came after he declined advances from Senegal. The decision adds a new chapter to an ongoing post-AFCON dispute between the two nations.
Russian strikes in Ukraine have killed four people as hopes for a deal to end the war fade. The US is also considering options for continued military support to Kyiv amid wider security priorities.
An Al Jazeera analysis says the war involving U.S. and Israel is strengthening Iran’s internal theological narrative of martyrdom and sacrifice, helping the Islamic Republic maintain legitimacy. The shift could complicate external efforts to achieve desired political outcomes.
Panamanian Jose “Chema” Caballero shined as a starter for the New York Yankees in a 3-0 win over the San Francisco Giants, going 2-for-4 and stealing first. He’s also started the season strongly with a .375 batting average across the first two games.
Banana workers in Bocas del Toro say they are slowly returning to work as Chiquita restarts operations after a 2025 union crisis and the company’s temporary shutdown. About 2,300 workers have returned, with activity increasing from farm cleaning to packing and early production tests.
Panama’s Nataly Delgado made weight at 114.6 pounds and is preparing to defend her WBA 115-pound super flyweight title this Saturday in Managua, Nicaragua. She faces Venezuela’s Yoselin Fernández, who also made weight at 113 pounds.
An Amber alert has been issued after 14 minors escaped from the Comprehensive Care Center (CAI) in Tocumen following an incident on March 24. Authorities say five minors have been found so far and a nationwide search is ongoing.
The ILO says AI’s job threat is being overstated as a “robot apocalypse.” Instead, the risk may be “algorithmic collusion,” which could quietly suppress wages and workplace safety.
A deep split within the MAGA movement is challenging Trump’s push for a tough U.S. stance toward Iran. The internal backlash could complicate how unified—or how aggressive—Washington’s Iran policy remains.
A new Science study testing 11 leading AI systems finds they often behave in a “sycophantic” way—overly affirming users. Researchers warn this can cause bad advice while reinforcing harmful behavior and eroding real-world trust.
Severe floods have hit Makhachkala, the capital of Russia’s Dagestan region, submerging vehicles and overwhelming homes, according to footage shared from the city.
In China, some people deliberately pour leftover Traditional Chinese Medicine herbs onto public roads, hoping others will walk or drive over them to ward off illness. The habit is tied to a Tang-dynasty folk legend.
François Penz, a Cambridge emeritus professor known for interdisciplinary work connecting architecture and film, has joined Nanjing University full-time. The appointment was announced March 17 by the university’s School of Architecture and Urban Planning.
Singapore seized more than 830 kg of Asian pangolin scales hidden in a shipment misdeclared as “dried fish skin” bound for Cambodia. Authorities estimate the scales came from over 2,200 pangolins.
Singapore PM Lawrence Wong concluded his first official Hong Kong visit since becoming prime minister in 2024, meeting senior political figures and major business leaders. He said closer cooperation between the two financial hubs could bring mutual benefits.
Nepal detained former prime minister KP Sharma Oli over allegations connected to a deadly protest crackdown. The new home minister called the arrest “the beginning of justice,” signaling a major accountability drive.
Henderson Land Development’s Chester project in Hung Hom sold out all 123 units within hours, as Hong Kong buyers showed confidence despite Middle East-related global risks and expectations of slower interest rate cuts.
Hong Kong customs seized about 20 million illicit cigarettes worth HK$92 million from a cargo vessel during a joint operation with mainland China. Authorities estimate the haul would have cost HK$68 million in tax revenue.
Tiger Woods was released on bail hours after being arrested in Florida on suspicion of DUI following a rollover crash. The report says the incident did not cause significant injuries.
Hong Kong has started construction on a major data centre in Northern Metropolis, covering more than 110,000 square metres. Officials say the project will expand computing capacity and help drive the AI push.