Electric tricycles in Havana: an alternative to Cuba’s energy crisis

People travel on electric tricycles on March 31, 2026 in Havana, Cuba issued April 04, 2026. EFE/Ernesto Mastrascusa

By Claudia Dupeiron Havana, Apr 4 (EFE).- Havana’s streets are undergoing a transformation characterized by a surge in creative electric vehicles, such as passenger-adapted cargo tricycles. This shift provides a vital alternative to gasoline vehicles, driven by the island’s severe energy crisis. «These tricycles resolve the transportation situation quite a bit. The only downside is … Leer más

Italy’s help to rebuild Qatar’s energy sector

JEDDAH, April 4, 2026 — Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni departs Saudi Arabia following a surprise visit to address the economic consequences of the war in Iran. EFE / Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs. — EDITORIAL USE ONLY / AVAILABLE SOLELY TO ILLUSTRATE THE ACCOMPANYING NEWS STORY (MANDATORY CREDIT)

Rome/Doha, Apr 4 (EFE).- Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Saturday offered Italy’s industrial support to help rehabilitate Qatar’s energy infrastructure following Iranian attacks, during a visit to Doha aimed at addressing the regional crisis and strengthening strategic energy ties. After visiting the Saudi city of Jeddah, where she met Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, … Leer más

Zelenskyy makes surprise trip to Turkey for talks

A handout photo made available by the Ukrainian Presidential Press Service shows Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky (C) and First Lady Olena Zelenska (L) holding candles during a memorial for the residents killed during the Russian occupation of Bucha, near Kyiv, Ukraine, 31 March 2026, amid the Russian invasion. EFE-EPA/UKRAINIAN PRESIDENTIAL PRESS SERVICE HANDOUT -- MANDATORY CREDIT: UKRAINIAN PRESIDENTIAL PRESS SERVICE -- HANDOUT EDITORIAL USE ONLY/NO SALES

Istanbul, Apr 4 (EFE).- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Istanbul on Saturday for an unannounced visit to meet Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, with talks expected to focus on ceasefire efforts and regional security. “Arrived in Istanbul, where important meetings are scheduled. Substantive talks have been prepared with the President of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip … Leer más

How Hindu devotees navigate Ukraine’s frontlines

KYIV, April 4, 2026.— Image of one of the ceremonies at the Hare Krishna temple in Kyiv. EFE/Marcel Gascón

By Marcel Gascón Kyiv, Apr 4 (EFE).- The war in Ukraine has reduced the public presence of devotees of the Hindu Krishna movement, known globally for their colorful festivals and chanting rituals, but many continue to pray for peace, provide humanitarian aid and, in some cases, even serve in the Ukrainian Army. “In our philosophy, … Leer más

Imagine Dragons members launch ‘Last Flag’ game

MADRID, April 4, 2026.— Image from the video game 'Last Flag'. Imagine Dragons—one of the most renowned rock bands on the international stage—possesses talent that extends beyond the stage; two of its members—lead vocalist Dan Reynolds and his brother and band manager, Mac Reynolds—are venturing into the world of video games with 'Last Flag', a multiplayer "capture the flag" game. EFE/ Night Street Games. EDITORIAL USE ONLY / AVAILABLE SOLELY TO ILLUSTRATE THE ACCOMPANYING NEWS STORY (MANDATORY CREDIT)

By Javier Picazo Feliú Madrid, Apr 4 (EFE).- Members of the globally recognized rock band ‘Imagine Dragons’ are stepping beyond the music stage and into the gaming world. Lead vocalist Dan Reynolds and his brother, band manager Mac Reynolds, are launching «Last Flag,» a fast-paced multiplayer capture-the-flag game developed by their independent studio, Night Street … Leer más

How Iranians seek normalcy amid endless war

Iranians celebrate Iranian Nature's Day, called 'Sizdah be Dar,' the thirteenth day of Nowruz (Persian New Year), in a park in Tehran, Iran, 02 April 2026. EFE/EPA/ABEDIN TAHERKENAREH

By Jaime Leon Tehran, Apr 3 (EFE).- In Tehran’s Pardisan Park, parents played football with their children, families held barbecues and groups of friends sat down to play cards – scenes that would make it hard to believe that Iran has been at war with the United States and Israel for over a month. While … Leer más

5 killed in massive Russian daytime Assault

(FILE) Unidentified armed men in military uniform stand in front of stationed army trucks, as they block Ukrainian military base in the village of Perevalnoye outside Simferopol, Crimea, Ukraine. EPA/ARTUR SHVARTS

Kyiv, Apr 3 (EFE).- At least five people were killed Friday in a large-scale Russian missile and drone attack across Ukraine, officials said, in a rare daytime assault aimed at disrupting normal life and causing civilian casualties. Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Sviridenko said two people were killed in the northeastern Sumy region, while more casualties … Leer más

Gattuso resigns after Italy’s World Cup debacle

Head coach of Italy Gennaro Gattuso gestures on the touchline during the FIFA World Cup 2026 European playoff match between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Italy in Zenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina, 31 March 2026. EFE-EPA/NIDAL SALJIC

Rome, Apr 3 (EFE).- Gennaro Gattuso resigned as Italy’s national team coach on Friday after failing to qualify the Azzurri for the 2026 World Cup, a decision that follows the resignations of federation president Gabriele Gravina and delegation chief Gianluigi Buffon. “With pain in my heart, not having achieved the goal we had set ourselves, … Leer más

Faith Amid Fire: Holy Week in southern Lebanon

QLAYAA (LEBANON), April 3, 2026 — The Christian town of Qlayaa, in southern Lebanon, continues to celebrate Holy Week despite the intense fighting raging in the town's surroundings between the Shiite group Hezbollah and the Israeli army. EFE / Edgar Gutiérrez

By Noemí Jabois Qlayaa, Lebanon, Apr 3 (EFE).- In the Christian village of Qlayaa in southern Lebanon, church bells calling the faithful to Holy Week services ring alongside the sound of bombardments, as residents cling to faith and remain determined to celebrate despite the escalating conflict. Residents say they want to reaffirm their belief that … Leer más

El primer viacrucis de León XIV: Una reflexión desde Tierra Santa sobre la guerra y poder

Participantes asisten a la 'Vía Crucis', la procesión con antorchas del 'Camino de la Cruz', el Viernes Santo

Ciudad del Vaticano (EFE).- El papa León XIV preside esta noche su primer Viacrucis de Viernes Santo en el Coliseo de Roma, un acto de gran simbolismo que estará guiado por unas «meditaciones» escritas por un fraile de Tierra Santa y que advertirán al mundo sobre la guerra y los abusos del poder, entre otras … Leer más

Suicide attack on Pakistan police station kills 5

People survey the scene of a suicide car bomb attack in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan, 03 April 2026. EFE-EPA/GHULAM AKBAR

Islamabad, Apr 3 (EFE).- At least five people were killed and 12 injured after a suspected suicide bomber targeted a police station in Pakistan’s northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, damaging nearby homes and shops, police said Friday. A Bannu police officer told EFE that the Domel police station was targeted in the attack, which also destroyed … Leer más