London’s Heathrow Airport remains closed after a fire at a nearby electrical substation caused a massive power outage. More than 1,300 flights and 200,000 passengers are affected, with disruptions expected to continue beyond 24 hours. The airport, which served 83.9 million passengers last year, has urged travelers to stay away until reopening at 11:59 p.m. local time. British Energy Secretary Ed Miliband called the incident "unprecedented," as the fire also impacted a backup generator. The cause remains under investigation, according to the London Fire Brigade. Airlines worldwide are bracing for cascading disruptions due to the closure.

Indonesia’s Lewotobi Laki-laki volcano erupted on March 21, 2025, sending ash clouds up to 8 kilometers high and prompting authorities to raise the alert to the highest level. The eruption followed several smaller ones since March 13. One person was injured during evacuations, though further details are unclear. Australian airline Jetstar canceled flights to Bali, while some international and domestic flights were disrupted. The Bali airport remains operational, though seven international flights were canceled. The eruption has raised concerns, as the volcano previously killed nine people and displaced thousands in November 2024.

A fire at the North Hyde Electricity Substation near Heathrow Airport, involving a transformer with 25,000 litres of cooling oil, continues to burn, with 10% still alight, according to London Fire Brigade Deputy Commissioner Jonathan Smith. The Met Police declared it a major incident as firefighters faced challenging conditions. Hillingdon Council confirmed the closure of six schools in Hayes, including Pinkwell Primary and The Global Academy, for safety reasons. Emergency services remain on-site, and authorities are monitoring the situation closely. Residents have been advised to avoid the area as efforts continue to fully extinguish the fire.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticized Tamil Nadu’s ruling DMK for using language issues to divert attention from corruption. In a Rajya Sabha address, he proposed the establishment of the Bharatiya Bhasha Abhiyan, a new department aimed at promoting all Indian languages. Shah announced plans to communicate in regional languages with state leaders and citizens from next year. He warned against using language to divide the country and emphasized that Hindi should be seen as a friend, not a rival to other languages. He also vowed to expose DMK’s alleged corruption.

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Investigators maintain there is no evidence of foul play in the Heathrow substation fire but stress inquiries remain at an early stage. Scotland Yard’s counter-terrorism command is involved as a routine precaution due to Heathrow’s status as critical national infrastructure. Officials say counter-terrorism detectives provide specialist expertise and security clearance for accessing sensitive information. Intelligence services are monitoring developments, but no indications of sabotage have emerged. The fire, which continues to burn partially, has left Terminals 2 and 4 without power, affecting thousands of travelers. Authorities are working to restore power and determine the exact cause.

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has ordered the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) to seize more territory in Gaza if Hamas refuses to release additional Israeli hostages. Katz announced plans for annexation of the seized land and directed the evacuation of Palestinian civilians. Israel has intensified military operations, including air, sea, and land strikes, to pressure Hamas. Since resuming operations, nearly 600 Palestinians have been killed. The ceasefire, which had allowed the release of hostages, was broken earlier this week, escalating the conflict and worsening humanitarian conditions in Gaza.

Heathrow Airport remains closed after a massive fire at a nearby substation left Terminals 2 and 4 without power. Counter-terrorism police are now leading the investigation, citing the impact on critical national infrastructure. The Met Police stated there is no indication of foul play but emphasized an "open mind" as inquiries continue. London Fire Brigade confirmed 10% of the fire is still burning, affecting 5,000 homes. Thousands of passengers face cancellations, with eyewitnesses calling the fire "apocalyptic." Authorities are working to restore power and minimize disruptions, but Heathrow warns delays could extend for days.

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz on Friday ordered the military to seize more territory in Gaza, threatening a partial annexation if Hamas does not release Israeli hostages. "The more Hamas refuses, the more land it will lose," Katz said. Israeli forces have resumed heavy bombardment, with over 500 killed, including 190 minors. Katz also warned of expanding buffer zones and hinted at implementing Donald Trump's proposal to relocate Palestinians. The renewed assault has drawn global condemnation. Israeli troops are advancing into Rafah, closing off Gaza’s main north-south route as they escalate ground operations. The crisis continues to deepen.

A fire at an electrical substation caused the shutdown of Heathrow Airport on Friday, triggering massive disruptions across the global aviation industry. British Airways, a key operator, has redirected inbound flights to other UK airports and advised passengers with cancelled flights not to travel. The closure could strand over 145,000 passengers and result in financial losses in the "hundreds of millions of pounds." The impact extends beyond airlines, affecting retailers, cargo firms, and local communities reliant on the airport. The disruption is expected to persist for days or even weeks.