Asia Thailand Thailand Social Security Fund has gone beyond its allowed investment risk limit, prompting concerns about how funds are being managed; Authorities are reviewing the situation and will adjust investments to bring risk levels within rules, protecting savers
Oceania Vanuatu A photograph by Elle Leontiev featuring self-taught vulcanologist Philip, taken on the ash plains of active Mt Yasur in Tanna has won the Portraiture Category at the Sony World Photography Awards 2026, bringing global attention to Vanuatu after winning
Africa Zambia Traditional leader Chief Mpezeni has warned against circulating claims that women are being asked to provide sexual favours in exchange for political adoption to stand in elections, triggering public concern over the fairness of candidate selection
Asia Israel Citizens demonstrated in Tel Aviv demanding an end to war with Iran and conflict with Hezbollah, as millions shelter from ongoing attacks, with 18 victims and over 3.000 injured; protesters accuse of prolonging the conflict with no clear timeline or goals
Asia Tajikistan 3.610 tonnes of humanitarian aid, including 45 tonnes of medicine, has been shipped to Iran in a convoy counting 110 cargo trucks, as regional countries respond to growing humanitarian needs inside Iran following weeks of conflict
Europe Norway The leaders of all five Nordic nations and Canada’s Prime Minister were hosted in Oslo by Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre to discuss intensification of their cooperation within defense and security and to contribute to reshape future world order
Europe United Kingdom An outbreak of meningococcal disease in Kent, with 27 reported cases and two victims, has prompted an immediate response including screening, preventative antibiotic treatment and vaccines; NHS has raised a national alert asking to report any symptoms
Asia Vietnam A revised energy plan to 2030 has been approved, expanding solar, wind and LNG and reducing dependence on coal and imports; The strategy prioritises grid upgrades, diversified supply sources, energy storage to meet rising demand and strengthen security
Africa Sudan Public divisions emerged within Sudan’s Freedom and Change – Democratic Bloc as the organizations held unauthorized meetings with international mediators in Ethiopia; African Union, IGAD, UN, Arab League, EU are seeking to launch a process on Sudan future
America Bahamas Traces of cocaine, caffeine and common painkillers have been found in sharks off the coast of the island of Eleuthera; results of the new study highlight the deepening impact of human pollution on Bahamian marine life
Asia Oman Central Fish Wholesale Market will resume regular operations on 23 March; the 4-days temporary suspension of activities has started yesterday providing clear timelines for fisheries traders and stakeholders in observance of national holiday Eid al-Fitr
Africa Ethiopia National Election Board reports over 9 million voters registered within a week for June general elections; Around 6.400 polling stations will remain inactive due to security and logistical issues amid ongoing instability
Asia Philippines Planned fare hikes for jeepneys, buses and ride-hailing vehicles have been suspended to ease pressure on commuters, amid rising global oil prices surges driven by the conflict involving Iran which has disrupted supply and pushed up transport expenses
Asia Georgia Georgian Orthodox Church leader Ilia II died at 93, after serving nearly five decades in one of the country's most powerful institutions; funeral will take place on 22 March and Patriarch Ilia will be buried in Sioni Cathedral in Tbilisi as per his wish