A trio of Russian military satellites (Kosmos 2581, 2582, and 2583) released a mystery object into orbit, sparking concerns that Russia is developing space-based missiles or nuclear weapons. The United States Space Force believes the object may have separated from Kosmos 2583 on March 18, possibly for military experiments, satellite inspection, or target practice.

The government is not taking action to resolve the Birmingham bin strike, according to Unite general secretary Sharon Graham. She claims that "false narratives" have been used in government statements on the dispute and that the government-appointed commissioner Max Caller is making decisions without union involvement. Graham says that the council's proposals would see 50 workers lose £8,000 a year and about 20 lose £2,000 per annum. The local authority rejects this claim, saying only 17 workers would face up to a £6,000 loss per year.

Guernsey's new bank notes, set to enter circulation in 2027, will feature images of the island's natural and built landscape, without a portrait of the King. The designs were selected from 26 submissions and will be created by artist Hayley Mallett and photographer Rachael de la Mare for the front of the notes, while urban architect Natasha K.HE designed the back. The notes' last redesign in the 1990s featured Queen Elizabeth II's portrait, but this new design focuses on Guernsey itself, aiming to evoke pride and joy among islanders.

Marine Le Pen has been banned from running for public office for five years and fined €100,000 after being found guilty of embezzling EU funds. She was sentenced to four years in prison, with two suspended. The ruling means she will likely not be able to run in the 2027 presidential election unless her sentence is overturned before then. Le Pen plans to appeal against the verdict and has criticized the court's decision as a "political" one.