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The “biggest strike in NHS history” is due to hit “hundreds of thousands of patients” as junior doctors launch a four-day walkout, the Metro reports. The paper says GPs are expected to be hit as well and 250,000 operations are expected to be cancelled.
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EU road fatalities decline by 2% as rural areas remain most dangerous
March 28, 2026
11:00 pm
Road fatalities in the EU saw a modest decline of 2% in 2024, but challenges remain significant. Rural roads accounted for over half of the 20,000 deaths, highlighting persistent safety imbalances. Disparities across Member States also persist, with some countries exhibiting up to four times higher fatality rates.
Houthis Launch Missile Attack on Israel Amid Ongoing Iran Conflict
March 28, 2026
9:02 pm
What’s going on?
Iran-backed Houthis launched a missile attack against Israel from Yemen. This action marks their entry into the ongoing conflict involving Iran and Israel. The strike heightens tensions in the region.
CNN and The Times of Israel present contrasting perspectives on the incident. CNN reports, “Live updates: Houthis enter Iran war with missile strike against Israel,” emphasising the immediate event. In contrast, The Times of Israel states, “Houthi missile attack on Israel stokes fears of renewed strikes on Red Sea shipping,” focusing on potential broader implications for maritime security.
Coverage analysed: CNN | The Times of Israel
Nestlé reports theft of over 400,000 KitKat bars from lorry in Europe
March 28, 2026
8:00 pm
More than 400,000 KitKat bars have been stolen from a lorry in Europe, as confirmed by Nestlé. The truck, carrying 12 tons of the chocolate snack from its Perugia factory, was hijacked en route to Poland. Investigations are ongoing; consumers can report information to authorities.
Everything Donald Trump Has Affixed His Name To – From Towers to Warships
March 28, 2026
7:00 pm
The US Treasury will feature Donald Trump’s name on all new paper currency, marking a historic first as detailed in All the things Donald Trump has put his name on.
Luís Montenegro announces new economic support measures for Portugal
March 28, 2026
6:00 pm
Luís Montenegro announced new economic measures for Portugal following a Council of Ministers meeting, targeting professional sectors in crisis, including fuel and housing. The initiatives, costing approximately €150 million monthly, aim to alleviate pressures while maintaining fiscal stability and include support for agriculture and exemptions on capital gains tax for rental properties.
Pope Leo XIV urges Monaco’s wealthy to aid those in need during visit
March 28, 2026
5:00 pm
Pope Leo XIV urged Monaco’s billionaires to utilise their wealth for the needy during his historic visit, the first papal trip in nearly 500 years. Emphasising the duty to address inequality, he called on locals to leverage their unique influence for good.
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