NASA Artemis II launch on April 1: Here's how you can watch the Moon mission live
NASA has announced detailed plans to provide live coverage of its upcoming Artemis II mission, marking the agency's first crewed flight under the Artemis programme. The mission is scheduled for launch no earlier than 6.24 pm EDT on Wednesday, April 1, with a two-hour launch window. Backup launch opportunities extend through April 6. Read the full story here.
2026-03-26 15:20Who is Alireza Tangsiri? Israeli media claims top IRGC commander killed
Amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, Israeli media outlets on Thursday reported that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Naval Commander, Alireza Tangsiri, has been killed. The reports, citing officials, claim he was targeted in a strike, though there has been no official confirmation from either Iran or Israel so far. Read the full story here.
2026-03-26 15:19Iran signals possible chokehold on 4th largest shipping route if war escalates
Iran has issued a fresh warning that it could block the Bab al-Mandeb Strait if the United States and Israel escalate military action, particularly by targeting Iranian islands such as Kharg. The narrow waterway is a crucial global trade route, connecting the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and leading towards the Suez Canal. Read the full story here.
2026-03-26 15:19Bangladesh ferry horror: At least 23 dead as bus plunges into Padma River
At least 23 people lost their lives in Bangladesh's Rajbari district on Wednesday after a passenger bus plunged into the Padma River while attempting to board a ferry. Several others remain missing, and rescue teams continue to search the area. Read the full story here.
2026-03-26 15:18US-Iran conflict: What do both sides demand as peace talks remain uncertain?
The tension in the West Asian region has not yet subsided as the United States and Iran are engaging in a war of words on the possibility of holding talks, with no breakthrough in the near future. While the United States has claimed that the talks are on, the Iranian government has denied the news, fueling speculation on the possibility of a ceasefire. Read the full story here.
