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๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Namibia: Namibia Ranks 108 in World Happiness Report

Namibia's ranking in the World Happiness Report has dropped to 108th place out of 147 countries, down from 103rd in the previous year.

Mar 23 โ€ข 05:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
Sports

Tennis player Ostapenko surpasses world number seven Paolini in performance

Latvian tennis player Jelena Ostapenko wins against world number seven Martina Paolini, advancing to the round of 16 in a prestigious tournament and earning 120 ranking points.

Mar 22 โ€ข 17:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

They chose the 100 best airports in the world in 2026

An international ranking identified the top 100 airports worldwide for 2026, with Argentina not making the list.

Mar 22 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
Sports

Latvian tennis player Ozoliล†ลก wins his third title and approaches his career record in the world rankings

Latvian tennis player Ozoliล†ลก secured his third title, rising in the world rankings and nearing his career-best position.

Mar 22 โ€ข 11:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Sports

When is Ronnie O'Sullivan playing in World Open snooker final? First and second session times

Ronnie O'Sullivan is nearing his first ranking title in two years as he prepares for the World Open final against Thepchaiya Un-Nooh.

Mar 21 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Sports

Vytautas Strolia Secured World Cup Points and Responded to Questions About the Future

Lithuanian biathlete Vytautas Strolia improved his ranking in a recent sprint competition, reflecting on his performance and the impact of a teammate's death.

Mar 21 โ€ข 18:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

'Decapitation' of the regime: Israel killed more than 20 Iranian leaders since the start of the war; see the main losses

Israel has reportedly killed over 20 high-ranking Iranian leaders since the onset of the conflict, including the supreme leader Ali Khamenei and influential figure Ali Larijani, suggesting a strategy aimed at decapitating Iran's leadership.

Mar 21 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Sports

Estonian skiers finished in the top 30 at the World Cup stage

Three Estonian skiers competed today in Lake Placid, USA, at the Cross-Country Skiing World Cup stage, successfully ranking in the top 30.

Mar 20 โ€ข 20:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Ecuador is among the three South American countries that rise in the world happiness ranking

Ecuador has improved its position in the World Happiness Report, climbing from 62nd to 59th place between 2024 and 2025.

Mar 20 โ€ข 20:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Cuba: Havana 'does not negotiate' its political system, nor the departure of President Dรญaz-Canel

A high-ranking Cuban official stated that the political system and President Miguel Dรญaz-Canel's tenure are not subjects of negotiation in talks with the United States.

Mar 20 โ€ข 18:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

The happiest countries in the world in 2026 and what they are doing right for that

For the first time in 14 years, a Latin American country, Costa Rica, reached the top 5 in the World Happiness Report, ranking fourth in 2026.

Mar 20 โ€ข 18:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

The high-ranking Iranians who have been killed in attacks by Israel and the United States

Israel and the United States have significantly impacted Iran's political and military leadership during the ongoing conflict, with notable casualties being termed martyrs by the Iranian government.

Mar 20 โ€ข 16:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
World

Iran announces the death of two more high-ranking officials in Israeli attacks

Iran reports the deaths of two high-ranking officials during Israeli airstrikes, escalating tensions in the region.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
World

Iranian leaders killed in Israeli-US war

US-Israeli airstrikes have reportedly killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and several high-ranking officials during ongoing conflict.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
World

A 'House of Cards That Is Collapsing': Who Are the Iranian Leaders Killed in Three Weeks of War in Iran?

In three weeks of war, American-Israeli strikes have killed several high-ranking Iranian officials, significantly weakening the leadership of the Islamic Republic.

Mar 20 โ€ข 13:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Israel: The attack targeting the leadership of Basij also killed the intelligence chief of the paramilitary force

An Israeli airstrike in Tehran has killed high-ranking Basij officials, including the intelligence chief, according to the Israeli Defense Forces.

Mar 20 โ€ข 13:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Iran promises to hunt down US and Israeli officials and states that civilian areas may be targeted for attack

Iran threatens to target US and Israeli officials following the killing of a high-ranking Iranian general by Israeli forces.

Mar 20 โ€ข 12:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

Israelis killed Iranian leaders - the regime took up a new tactic

Following the assassination of high-ranking officials in Iran, the regime appears to be adopting a new strategy regarding appointments and announcements.

Mar 20 โ€ข 12:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
World

Victory in the war is not Iran's goal: Tehran will demand the maximum price for peace

Iran has adapted to significant losses in recent weeks, countering expectations that the regime would collapse due to the deaths of high-ranking officials.

Mar 20 โ€ข 10:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Where is Latvia in the World Happiness Ranking for 2026?

The latest World Happiness Ranking reveals the status of Latvia in terms of citizens' happiness and the concerning satisfaction rates among young people.

Mar 20 โ€ข 06:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
Sports

TODAY LIVE | Roosleht ascended with a powerful shot put at the World Championships

Estonian athlete Rasmus Roosleht has competed in the World Indoor Athletics Championships in Toruล„, Poland, currently ranking eighth in the men's heptathlon after three events.

Mar 20 โ€ข 05:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

South Korea's Happiness Ranked 67th in the World, the Lowest Ever... Lower than China and Japan

South Korea's happiness ranking has dropped to its lowest ever position at 67th in the world, according to the 2026 World Happiness Report, published on March 20.

Mar 20 โ€ข 02:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

One country surprised: here are the reasons why people in Costa Rica are so happy

Costa Rica has made a significant leap in the World Happiness Report, now ranking fourth compared to its 23rd position in 2023, surpassing even Sweden.

Mar 19 โ€ข 16:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

"My and my loved ones' matters are in order" - 18 Finns share the grades they give to their lives

Eighteen Finns assessed their lives, contributing to Finland's ranking as the happiest country in the world according to the World Happiness Report, citing high life satisfaction and positive perceptions of personal circumstances.

Mar 19 โ€ข 16:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Poland Among the Happiest Countries in the World: One Key Factor Reported

Poland has improved its ranking in the World Happiness Report, moving into the top 25 happiest countries globally.

Mar 19 โ€ข 14:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The ranking of the happiest countries in the world for 2026 has been published: Argentina dropped two places and a country from Latin America entered the top 5

Argentina fell two spots in the latest World Happiness Report 2026, while a Latin American country made it into the top five.

Mar 19 โ€ข 13:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The world happiness ranking was released: what place does Argentina occupy?

Nordic countries top the world happiness ranking again, with Finland leading for the ninth consecutive year, while Argentina's position remains of interest.

Mar 19 โ€ข 11:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Iceland ranks second in the world's happiest nations

Iceland has moved up one position to become the second happiest country in the world, with Finland topping the list for the ninth consecutive year.

Mar 19 โ€ข 10:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Latvia has risen three positions in the World Happiness Index but falls behind Lithuania and Estonia

Latvia has improved its position in the World Happiness Index by three places, ranking significantly high in social support but lagging behind its Baltic neighbors.

Mar 19 โ€ข 07:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

The Guardian: The 'Decapitation' Strategy May Backfire in Iran

The article discusses concerns over Israel's decision to allow its military to assassinate high-ranking Iranian officials, suggesting that this 'decapitation strategy' could have unintended consequences.

Mar 19 โ€ข 01:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Finland โ€“ the world's happiest country

The latest World Happiness Report shows Finland ranking as the happiest country for the ninth consecutive year, while Sweden drops to fifth place and the USA ranks 23rd.

Mar 19 โ€ข 00:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Israel maintains strategy to target Iranian regime leadership

Israel continues its military strategy to target high-ranking officials in the Iranian regime, with a recent airstrike resulting in the death of Iran's intelligence minister.

Mar 18 โ€ข 23:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
World

Here are the Iranian leaders who have been killed

A number of high-ranking Iranian leaders have been killed in U.S. and Israeli strikes during the ongoing conflict, including Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Mar 18 โ€ข 22:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazil maintains 2nd place in the ranking of countries with the highest real interest rates

Despite a cut in the basic interest rate, Brazil has the second-highest real interest rates in the world, trailing only Turkey.

Mar 18 โ€ข 21:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Iran's Intelligence Minister Ismail Khatib killed in Israeli attack, confirmed by Pagehskian

Iran's Intelligence Minister Ismail Khatib has been confirmed dead following an Israeli airstrike, marking the loss of three high-ranking Iranian officials within 24 hours.

Mar 18 โ€ข 15:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Enel is the first Italian brand in the world for value

Enel has topped the prestigious 'Most Valuable Italian Brands 2026' ranking for the first time, achieving a brand value of $18 billion following a 17% growth in one year.

Mar 18 โ€ข 15:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

Israel kills Iranian Intelligence Minister and bombs with the US the world's largest gas field

Israel has escalated its military actions against Iran by killing high-ranking officials, including the Iranian Intelligence Minister, and targeting the world's largest gas field with US assistance.

Mar 18 โ€ข 14:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

Israel announces the death of Iranian minister and gives a green light for more

Israel has announced the killing of Iranian intelligence minister Esmail Khatib and has empowered its military to eliminate other high-ranking Iranian officials without prior approval.

Mar 18 โ€ข 12:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
World

Iran seeks revenge against Israel for the killing of Tehran's security council chief

Iranian leaders indicate a readiness to respond to Israel's attack that resulted in the death of high-ranking official Laridลพani, hinting at a sustained conflict ahead.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

Israel allows military to target high-ranking Iranian officials without further coordination

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has authorized the Israeli Defense Forces to eliminate any high-ranking Iranian official once intelligence and operational assessments are closed, without needing further approval.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
World

Another high-ranking member of the Iranian authorities killed by Israel? 'Eliminated in Tehran'

Reports suggest that Israeli forces may have killed a high-ranking Iranian official in Tehran, though Iranian authorities have not confirmed these claims.

Mar 18 โ€ข 10:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
World

Another high-ranking member of the Iranian government is dead. "Eliminated"

An Israeli official has authorized military actions against high-ranking Iranian officials, following the confirmed death of a prominent Iranian political figure.

Mar 18 โ€ข 10:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

Israel declares it has killed Iran's intelligence minister

Israel announced the killing of Iran's intelligence minister, E. Khatib, along with two other high-ranking officials.

Mar 18 โ€ข 10:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
World

TEXT LIVE: Iran promises to avenge the death of the Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council

Iran has vowed to retaliate for the death of a high-ranking official amidst escalating tensions with the US and Israel, as the newly appointed leader takes charge.

Mar 18 โ€ข 04:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
World

A missile attack struck Tel Aviv following the death of Iran's top security chief: 'Revenge for the blood of the martyr'

Iran launched a missile attack on Tel Aviv in retaliation for the deaths of two high-ranking officials following an Israeli operation.

Mar 18 โ€ข 04:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Iran launches cluster bombs towards Tel Aviv

Iran has once again used cluster munitions, targeting Tel Aviv in retaliation for the death of Ali Larijani, a high-ranking Iranian official.

Mar 18 โ€ข 01:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

Ali Larijani dead: Iran's most senior security chief killed by airstrike

Ali Larijani, a high-ranking Iranian security official, has died following an Israeli airstrike, marking a significant shift in Iran's power dynamics.

Mar 17 โ€ข 23:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
World

Hid in Tent Area - Killed by Israel

Several high-ranking Iranian officials have been killed by Israel in recent attacks, including the notable death of Ali Larijani, head of Iran's national security council.

Mar 17 โ€ข 22:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
World

Israel killed senior Iranians in airstrike

Israel conducted an airstrike that resulted in the deaths of high-ranking Iranian officials.

Mar 17 โ€ข 21:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Iran confirms the death of Ali Larijani, effective leader of the regime since the beginning of the war, in an Israeli attack

Iran has confirmed the death of Ali Larijani, a high-ranking official in the Iranian regime, in an Israeli airstrike.

Mar 17 โ€ข 20:57 UTC

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