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Estonia and Latvia detect air threats near Russian borders; Finland probes drone

Stray drones put Baltic states in crossfire of Ukraine conflict

A part of a Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicle, which according to the Latvian National Armed Forces, flew into Latvian airspace and crashed in Kraslavas region.
A part of a Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicle, which according to the Latvian National Armed Forces, flew into Latvian airspace and crashed in Kraslavas region.

Stray Ukrainian drones hit Estonia, Latvia, including power station, officials say

A part of a Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicle, which according to the Latvian National Armed Forces, flew into Latvian airspace and crashed in Kraslavas region, Latvia, in this handout image obtained by Reuters on March 25, 2026.   Latvian Defence Forces/Handout via REUTERS
A part of a Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicle, which according to the Latvian National Armed Forces, flew into Latvian airspace and crashed in Kraslavas region, Latvia, in this handout image obtained by Reuters on March 25, 2026.   Latvian Defence Forces/Handout via REUTERS

Airlines cancel more flights as Middle East conflict escalates

FILE PHOTO: A Cathay Pacific aircraft taxis at Hong Kong International Airport on the day of the official launch of its third runway, in Hong Kong, China November 28, 2024. REUTERS/Tyrone Siu/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: A Cathay Pacific aircraft taxis at Hong Kong International Airport on the day of the official launch of its third runway, in Hong Kong, China November 28, 2024. REUTERS/Tyrone Siu/File Photo

Milano-Cortina Winter Paralympics end as a ‘beacon of unity’

Performers extinguishing the Paralympic flame during the closing ceremony of the 2026 Milano-Cortina Paralympic Winter Games in Cortina d'Ampezzo on March 15, 2026.
Performers extinguishing the Paralympic flame during the closing ceremony of the 2026 Milano-Cortina Paralympic Winter Games in Cortina d'Ampezzo on March 15, 2026.

Djokovic, Alcaraz battle on but fiery Andreeva’s Indian Wells defence ends

Mar 9, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Novak Djokovic (SRB) hits a shot during his third round match as he defeated Aleksandar Kovacevic (USA) during the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Mar 9, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA;  Novak Djokovic (SRB) hits a shot during his third round match as he defeated Aleksandar Kovacevic (USA) during the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Short track-Video playback helps Dutchman Van 't Wout claim second gold of Games

Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics - Short Track Speed Skating - Men's 1500m - Finals - Milano Ice Skating Arena, Milan, Italy - February 14, 2026. Jens van 't Wout of Netherlands celebrates as he crosses the finish line to win the gold medal. REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli
Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics - Short Track Speed Skating - Men's 1500m - Finals - Milano Ice Skating Arena, Milan, Italy - February 14, 2026. Jens van 't Wout of Netherlands celebrates as he crosses the finish line to win the gold medal. REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli

Ice hockey-Latvia's best ever team will keep getting better, says Girgensons

Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics - Ice Hockey - Men's Preliminary Round - Group C - Germany vs Latvia - Milano Rho Ice Hockey Arena, Milan, Italy - February 14, 2026. Dans Locmelis of Latvia celebrates scoring their second goal with Zemgus Girgensons and Roberts Bukarts REUTERS/David W Cerny
Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics - Ice Hockey - Men's Preliminary Round - Group C - Germany vs Latvia - Milano Rho Ice Hockey Arena, Milan, Italy - February 14, 2026. Dans Locmelis of Latvia celebrates scoring their second goal with Zemgus Girgensons and Roberts Bukarts REUTERS/David W Cerny

Ice hockey-US kept spirit up after goals called off, says coach

Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics - Ice Hockey - Men's - United States of America Training - Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena, Milan, Italy - February 08, 2026. Head coach, Mike Sullivan of United States during training REUTERS/Marton Monus
Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics - Ice Hockey - Men's - United States of America Training - Milano Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena, Milan, Italy - February 08, 2026. Head coach, Mike Sullivan of United States during training REUTERS/Marton Monus

Swiss golden boy Franjo von Allmen wins super-G to complete Olympic hat-trick

Gold medallist Franjo von Allmen (left) and bronze medallist Marco Odermatt, both of Switzerland, celebrating with team members after the men's super-G alpine skiing event during the 2026 Milano- Cortina Winter Olympic Games at the Stelvio Ski Centre in Bormio on Feb 11, 2026.
Gold medallist Franjo von Allmen (left) and bronze medallist Marco Odermatt, both of Switzerland, celebrating with team members after the men's super-G alpine skiing event during the 2026 Milano- Cortina Winter Olympic Games at the Stelvio Ski Centre in Bormio on Feb 11, 2026.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.