Global Briefing: Data Centers in the Crosshairs, Goldman Watched in Paris, Seoul Stocks Surge, K‑pop’s Mark Lee Exits SM—Plus Darts Drama, Marathon & Easter Travel Picks, Hungary Election Podcast, and April 3 History/Birthdays

How Military Attacks on Data Centers Could Affect Business Continuity
Recent targeting of commercial cloud data centers in the Middle East highlights that geopolitics and armed conflict can directly threaten critical technology infrastructure. CIOs and enterprise leaders are being urged to reassess cloud dependencies, redundancy, and disaster recovery plans to ensure their organizations can withstand disruptions.
Luke Littler responds after heated Premier League Darts dispute with Gian van Veen
Luke Littler responded on Instagram after a tense exchange with Gian van Veen during night nine of the Premier League Darts in Manchester, where Littler lost 6–5. Van Veen said he was angered by Littler celebrating his missed double and making a crying gesture, calling him a poor loser despite praising his talent. Littler later posted a message referencing his achievements and shared a screenshot of Van Veen’s comments with laughing emojis, as pundit Wayne Mardle suggested Van Veen handled the confrontation better.
Goldman Sachs’ U.S. Bank Unit Placed Under Police Surveillance in Paris
Police in Paris have put Goldman Sachs under surveillance amid heightened security concerns, days after authorities foiled an attack on a Bank of America branch. Four people, including three minors, have been placed under formal investigation in connection with the attempted attack.
K-pop Singer Mark Lee to Leave SM Entertainment and NCT Units NCT 127 and NCT Dream
K-pop star Mark Lee is departing SM Entertainment and will leave NCT, including its subunits NCT 127 and NCT Dream, in a surprise move set to take effect next week.
Seoul Stocks Rebound Nearly 3% on Hopes of Strait of Hormuz Reopening
South Korean shares jumped nearly 3% on Friday after reports that Iran is discussing with Oman a protocol to monitor traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, raising expectations of fewer oil supply disruptions.
The Best Once-in-a-Lifetime Marathons Around the World
A selection of extraordinary marathons that take runners through striking settings, from volcanic landscapes to Antarctic ice fields, and past historic landmarks, with routes in places such as St. Helena, Antarctica, and China.
Podcast: Key facts about Hungary’s parliamentary election
Everything you need to know about the Hungarian elections: After 16 years in power, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán faces a parliamentary election on April 12, challenged by an opposition alliance led by Péter Magyar.
Belgium Showcases Giant Edible Chocolate Sculptures for Easter
Belgium is marking Easter with oversized edible chocolate sculptures, as nearly 40 chocolatiers from across the country display their creations in Brussels at the fourth Bel’Oeuf exhibition.
Icelandair offers a paid trip to Iceland for amateur photographers
Icelandair is offering a 10-day trip to Iceland and paying participants to take photos, aiming to show that even inexperienced photographers can capture striking images of the country.
April 3: Police Arrest Theodore Kaczynski, Known as the Unabomber
On April 3, 1996, the FBI raided a cabin in Montana and arrested former college professor Theodore Kaczynski, accusing him of being the Unabomber whose mail bombs had killed three people and injured 23 since the 1970s.
Notable birthdays on April 3: Sarah Jeffery and Jennie Garth
Notable birthdays for April 3 include actor Sarah Jeffery turning 30 and actor Jennie Garth turning 54.
Easter 2026: Family activities in Kent, from egg hunts to countryside walks
Kent is offering a range of family-friendly Easter 2026 outings, including egg hunts and countryside walks, with plenty of activities aimed at keeping children entertained across the county.