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Local officials in Cap‑Haïtien said severe overcrowding during traditional Easter festivities at the Citadelle Laferrière triggered the incident, causing asphyxiation and trampling. At least 30 people were reported killed, and dozens were injured, with around 30 patients still in hospital on Sunday, while others remained unaccounted for, raising concerns about crowd safety at large public gatherings. Authorities said autopsies began on 12 April as the Haitian National Police opened an investigation into the causes of the disaster. The Citadelle Laferrière, a UNESCO‑listed fortress visited by thousands each year, was hosting a school outing and cultural celebrations near the entrance when…
Markets face a sobering Monday after weekend optimism over a peace talks breakthrough faded. Investors are bracing for a high-impact week shaped by geopolitics, inflation data and the start of earnings season. Oil prices resumed their climb, with international benchmark Brent crude and the US benchmark WTI trading above $100 a barrel. On Monday morning in Europe, Brent front-month futures were up 7%, trading at nearly $102 a barrel, while WTI gained nearly 8% and surged to $104. This comes as the US military prepares to blockade ships entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz, where much of the shipping…
Updated: 13/04/2026 – 9:59 GMT+2 Two rare works by French Impressionist Claude Monet will be auctioned this week at Sotheby’s. The paintings, “Îles de Port-Villez” from 1883 and “Vétheuil, effet du matin” from 1901, highlight Monet’s obsession with the River Seine in Paris and until recently were only known through photographs. … More
Listen on Spotify Apple Music Amazon Music Sky News What is the prime minister’s top priority as he faces down a critical month? He has a busy basket of problems on the domestic and foreign front – all set on the backdrop of a crucial set of elections. In the Middle East, with no peace deal between the U.S. and Iran and the Strait of Hormuz still blocked, a leading think tank issues some stark warnings about the impact on British households. In Parliament, as the session draws to a close, MPs face the mammoth task of sifting through 17…
The victory of Péter Magyar and his Tisza party is a “very important moment” for the EU and Hungary and a “historic moment” for Hungary, former European Council President Charles Michel said on Monday. The arrival of the Magyar, after securing a two-thirds majority in the Hungarian elections, will prompt a change within the European Council and allow the EU to be “more integrated” and “ambitious,” Michel, who is also the former Belgian prime minister, told Euronews’ flagship morning show, Europe Today. “This is an important step for EU unity,” stated Michel. Yet the fact that outgoing Premier Viktor Orbán…
Viktor Orbán was ousted as prime minister of Hungary after Péter Magyar won a stunning victory in the national election on Sunday. Longtime leader Orbán, Europe’s most prominent populist-nationalist politician, had frustrated Brussels’ agenda on multiple files, including a €90B loan to help Ukraine in its fight against Russia. After 16 years in power, Orbán’s exit is set to change EU dynamics. Follow all the reaction below to Orbán’s loss, as Brussels gears up for the new reality in Budapest.
The disruption has sparked protests across the country, as many voters point to irregularities and question the credibility of the process, despite repeated assurances from electoral authorities that the outcome will reflect the popular will. Officials said more than 63,000 voters in Lima and other areas, including some abroad, would be given a second chance to vote on Monday, 13 April, after ballot papers failed to reach dozens of polling stations. The delay means results are unlikely before at least 14 April, fuelling concerns over transparency and turnout in what is already a tightly contested race with 35 candidates. The…
It’s the end of an era: Hungary’s Viktor Orbán is on the way out after suffering a crushing defeat in Hungary’s general election.Péter Magyar, who will take his place as prime minister, is on course to win a supermajority in parliament. In this election special, host Ian Wishart speaks with reporter Max Griera who’s been at the victorious Tisza watch party in Budapest and Jamie Dettmer, our foreign affairs columnist, who’s also in the Hungarian capital. They discuss what Magyar’s victory means for the country following years of democratic backsliding and illiberal democracy. Plus, how this new leader might mend Budapest’s…
Updated: 13/04/2026 – 7:00 GMT+2 Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this April 13th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. … More
The best part about reading a book is that it can transport you to a place you’ve never been, and one that only exists in your imagination. The best part about watching film and TV is that it takes you somewhere you can actually visit. Set-jetting, aka visiting locations you’ve seen while watching a movie, is still a huge trend in 2026 and shows no signs of slowing down. While most people will travel to a specific destination after seeing it on screen, some people take it a step further by following in the footsteps of their favourite characters. Plenty…