A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck southern Ibaraki, shaking Tokyo and eastern Japan, while authorities said no tsunami warning was issued.
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A new child online safety rule in Indonesia now blocks under-16 users from accounts on low-risk social platforms, while rollout questions remain.
A strong Papua earthquake near Yalimo hit early Friday, with BMKG and GFZ issuing different readings while confirming no tsunami threat in Indonesia.
JD Vance welcomed Sultan Al Jaber to the White House as US and UAE officials focused on energy security, Hormuz transit and broader bilateral ties.
Brazil opened CMS COP15 in Campo Grande as governments pressed for urgent action to protect migratory species facing habitat loss, pollution and decline.
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Travel
Yas Waterworld Yas Island Abu Dhabi will open its latest expansion on April 4, adding 11 new attractions and lifting the waterpark to more than 70 experiences.
Emirates says it expects to restore its full flight network within days as regional airspace reopens, expanding services from Dubai on a phased schedule.
Etihad Airways resumed a limited flight schedule from Abu Dhabi on March 6, restoring select international routes through March 19 and issuing travel guidance.
Air Arabia will launch daily non-stop flights between Sharjah and Rome Fiumicino on July 1, 2026, using Airbus A320neo aircraft, with tickets on sale.
Health
UNICEF, MBRGI and CIFF launched a $300m partnership in Dubai to help save 3 million children from malnutrition through the Child Nutrition Fund and Edge of Life.
Technology
Jensen Huang says companies will favor workers who use AI well, as Nvidia pushes a broader message that AI fluency is becoming a workplace advantage.
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Automotive
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class adds an illuminated grille, optional lit hood star, and DIGITAL LIGHT headlamps, pairing new styling cues with flagship cabin tech and comfort features.
