In a first, the 2026 World Cup final will include a halftime show

Alexia Seabrook from Northamptonshire embarked on a transformative upskilling journey through apprenticeships, starting as a hospitality supervisor at Pizza Hut and later becoming an apprenticeship trainer. Similarly, Alan Gillingham took on a healthcare science diploma apprenticeship after 15 years in the industry, balancing work, study, and family commitments to advance his career. Both benefited from employer support, hands-on learning, and the opportunity to apply new skills directly to their roles, highlighting the rewards of investing...

A South Korean village near the North Korean border was mistakenly shelled by two fighter jets from the South’s own air force during a joint exercise with the United States military, injuring 15 people and damaging homes and a church. The jets dropped four bombs each, with inaccurate coordinates causing one of the pilots to hit the village instead of the intended range. The South Korean military suspended live-fire drills, with four seriously injured individuals...

Leaders from European countries are meeting in Brussels to discuss increasing defense spending and supporting Ukraine after Donald Trump suspends military assistance, leading to uncertainty about U.S. security. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will join the EU leaders to address the issue. EU members are expected to welcome proposals for increased defense spending and support for Ukraine, with some disagreements among nations on the specifics of the plan. Full Article

Martin Lewis warns savers of an urgent deadline to top up their pension by £50,000 by 5 April, emphasizing the importance of buying back missing national insurance years from 2006 to 2018 for a higher state pension payout. The government deadline aims to ensure individuals benefit from the state pension transitional arrangements and has seen over 10,000 payments totaling £12.5 million through HMRC's digital service since April 2024, with some flexibility for pensioners who request...

US President Donald Trump has issued a stern ultimatum to Hamas, threatening the end of Gaza if all remaining hostages are not released immediately. He promised unwavering support for Israel, pledging expedited weapons shipments to help "finish the job." Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also warned Hamas of severe consequences if hostages are not freed, emphasizing the need for their release without conditions. Full Article

Tropical Cyclone Alfred is forecast to hit south-east Queensland and north-east NSW on Saturday, causing concerns about flooding in the region. Sydney Roosters player Spencer Leniu addresses rumors of wanting to leave the club, reassuring teammates of his commitment. The NRL season opener between the Roosters and Broncos is underway as Brisbane prepares for the cyclone, with new faces in the Roosters lineup and concerns about potential impacts on the match. Full Article