AI ‘actor’ Tilly Norwood put out the worst song I’ve ever heard
This song is an AI actor's rallying cry to other AI actors, urging them to keep going despite the naysayers who doubt their humanity. Literally no one can relate to this.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-03-11
Countries Scramble to Shore Up Global Oil Supplies as Ships Are Attacked
A navy ship from the United Arab Emirates sailed next to a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday.
nytimes.com
US launches new trade probes into a string of countries and the EU
Investigations are precursor to fresh tariffs after previous levies were struck down by the Supreme Court
ft.com
New files show British PM warned of ‘reputational risks’ with Mandelson
More than 100 pages of documents were published which covered the process of Peter Mandelson’s appointment as US envoy.
aljazeera.com
Two People Die After Paid Plasma Donation at Clinics in Canada
The plasma clinics were operated by Grifols, a Spanish health care company.
nytimes.com
Nuro is testing its autonomous vehicle tech on Tokyo’s streets
Nuro began testing its self-driving software on public roads in Tokyo, marking the first international expansion for the AV startup.
techcrunch.com
Google Play is adding new paid and PC games, game trials, community posts, and more
The updates indicate that Google is focused on transforming Google Play into an enhanced gaming hub.
techcrunch.com
What Happened in the U.S.-Israeli War on Iran on Wednesday
The aftermath of an Israeli airstrike on Wednesday in Ruwais, a neighborhood in the southern suburbs of Beirut, Lebanon.
nytimes.com
Ford’s new AI assistant will help fleet owners know if seatbelts are being used
Ford rolled out an AI assistant this week that can monitor and analyze millions of data points to help its Ford Pro commercial customers boost their bottom line. The bet, and one that most other au...
techcrunch.com
Trump: ‘I don’t know’ about report US at fault in school strike
Donald Trump denied knowledge of a military investigation finding the US responsible for the Minab girls' school strike.
aljazeera.com
Arsenal undone by own set-piece weapon as 100% record ends
"You do it too, eh?". Those were the words from Arsenal's set-piece coach Nicolas Jover to Bayer Leverkusen manager Kasper Hjulmand after the German side scored from a corner in the 1-1 Champions L...
bbc.com
South Africa summons new US ambassador over ‘undiplomatic remarks’
US President Trump has claimed South Africa is engaged in a campaign of white persecution, which Pretoria denies.
aljazeera.com
Iran-linked hackers hit medical giant Stryker in retaliatory cyberattack
Group claims to have seized 50 terabytes of data in response to deadly US-Israeli strikes on Iranian school.
aljazeera.com
Trump’s Iran war pushes petrol past $3.50 in test of US voter patience
Administration has failed to douse surge in fuel prices as Middle East turmoil deepens
ft.com
The South Carolina Measles Outbreak Is Slowing Down
The biggest US measles outbreak in decades may be over sooner than expected.
wired.com
Netflix may have paid $600 million for Ben Affleck’s AI startup
This deal could rank as among the streaming giant's largest acquisitions ever.
techcrunch.com
How the Iran War Could Jack Up Prices on Store Shelves
The Strait of Hormuz, a busy waterway off the coast of Iran, has come to a near standstill. If the war drags on much longer, it could mean higher prices for consumer goods around the world.
wired.com
McIlroy set for 'game-time decision' after revealing back injury update
Rory McIlroy said his back injury is "a lot better" but confirmed he will make a "game-time" decision on whether to defend his title at The Players.
skysports.com
Charlton stun Middlesbrough in race for automatic promotion
Highlights of the Sky Bet Championship match between Middlesbrough and Charlton.
skysports.com
McIlroy responds to injury concern | ‘Proabably a game-time decision’
Rory McIlroy gives an update on his injury and says he is improving, but will decide shortly before tee-off whether he is fit enough to play.
skysports.com
McIlroy hopeful on Sawgrass defence after injury
Rory McIlroy says he hopes to be able to defend his Players Championship title at TPC Sawgrass after withdrawing from a tournament through injury last week.
bbc.com
New US ambassador to South Africa summoned over 'undiplomatic remarks'
Leo Brent Bozell apologises after weighing in on a dispute rooted in the country's apartheid past.
bbc.com
Stephen Koch, 84, Dies; Champion of a Belatedly Hailed Photographer
A writer and critic, Mr. Koch struggled for years to shepherd his friend Peter Hujar’s underappreciated artwork to posthumous glory.
nytimes.com
Will Trump TACO on Iran?
President Trump and his aides have given conflicting indications on how long the U.S. intends the war to last.
nytimes.com
Swiaket demolishes Muchova to reach quarter-finals
Highlights of the Indian Wells match between Karolina Muchova and Iga Swiatek
skysports.com
Peter Schneider Dies at 85; His Novels Explored a Divided Germany
Peter Schneider in 1994. He was considered one of the most important literary figures of his generation, in part because his life was so intertwined with the postwar German experience.
nytimes.com
Grammarly Is Facing a Class Action Lawsuit Over Its AI ‘Expert Review’ Feature
The feature, which Grammarly shut down Wednesday, presented editing suggestions as if they came from established authors and academics—without their consent.
wired.com
'Not sure it's a good sign' - Rory takes early break from first practice since injury
Rory McIlroy has his first practice session at The Players Championship following his back injury, but takes an early break, leaving commentators unsure if it's a good sign or not.
skysports.com
Why does Iran war pose more dilemmas for Europe?
Europe faces stiff competition with Asia for energy supplies as Russia profits.
aljazeera.com
First Week of Iran War Cost More Than $11 Billion, Pentagon Tells Congress
A closed-door briefing at the Capitol with Pentagon officials discussed the cost of the war.
nytimes.com
Two killed as tornadoes sweep across US Midwest in latest extreme weather
'Supercell' thunderstorms hit Illinois and Indiana, after eight people killed by tornadoes in US Midwest last week.
aljazeera.com
2026 William T. Pecora Award Nominations Now Being Accepted
The William T. Pecora Award is presented annually to individuals or teams using satellite or aerial remote sensing that make outstanding contributions toward understanding the Earth (land, oceans,...
nasa.gov
UN’s failure to stop Iranian attacks sending ‘dangerous signal’: Qatar
Qatar's envoy to UN condemns Iranian drone, missile strikes across the Gulf as 'clear violation of international law'.
aljazeera.com
Starmer overruled warning of ‘reputational risk’ over Mandelson appointment, files show
Newly released documents also show Peter Mandelson was offered highly classified briefings before formal vetting was completeKeir Starmer overruled officials who warned of a “reputational risk” in...
theguardian.com
Norrie wins and may face Alcaraz in quarter-final
Great Britain's Cameron Norrie beats qualifier Rinky Hijikata at Indian Wells, with world number one Carlos Alcaraz a possible quarter-final opponent.
bbc.com
Investors demand steep concessions in Salesforce’s $25bn bond deal
Software group sold debt at significant premium in borrowing costs in sign of Wall Street jitters over AI disruption
ft.com
Classy Norrie defeats Hijikata in straight sets to reach quarter-finals
Highlights of the Indian Wells match between Rinky Hijikata and Cameron Norrie.
skysports.com
Three brothers arrested in Norway over bomb attack on US embassy in Oslo
Three Norwegian citizens with Iraqi heritage arrested as investigators probe possible foreign state involvement.
aljazeera.com
Havertz penalty rescues draw for Arsenal against Bayer Leverkusen
Kai Havertz scored an 89th-minute penalty against his former side Bayer Leverkusen to rescue a 1-1 draw for Arsenal in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie at the BayArena.
skysports.com
Golf leaderboards: Latest scores from around the world
All the latest golf scores and results from around the world, including The Players and the LIV Golf League.
skysports.com
Miller better for Udinese move and targets World Cup
Scotland midfielder Lennon Miller believes he has "definitely got better" as a player since his move to Udinese.
bbc.com
Drivers in fatal Ford BlueCruise crashes were likely distracted before impact
The National Transportation Safety Board released documents ahead of a March 31 hearing that help show how and why two drivers crashed into stationary vehicles in 2024, leading to three deaths.
techcrunch.com
‘Inconceivable’ Gerry Adams was not involved in IRA bombings, claims former British army commander
Richard Kemp tells high court former Sinn Féin leader would have authorised attacks carried out in EnglandA former British army commander has told the high court it is “inconceivable” that Gerry Ad...
theguardian.com
Hurley out after 11 seasons at Arizona State
Arizona State will not renew the contract of men's basketball coach Bobby Hurley, the school announced on Wednesday, hours after it was eliminated from the Big 12 tournament in a 91-42 blowout to I...
espn.com
Replit snags $9B valuation 6 months after hitting $3B
Replit raised a new $400 million round and said it hopes to have $1B in ARR by year's end.
techcrunch.com
Six die in Swiss bus fire after man thought to have set himself alight
Fribourg canton's public prosecutor Raphael Bourquin said the man allegedly responsible for the fire likely died.
aljazeera.com
Sources: Cowboys trade DT Odighizuwa to 49ers
The Cowboys have traded defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa to the 49ers in exchange for a 2026 third-round draft pick, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter and Todd Archer.
espn.com
The hidden battlefield: Censorship in the Israel–Iran war
Missiles fly between Israel and Iran, but censorship and access limits mean much of the war remains hidden from view.
aljazeera.com
McIlroy FINALLY makes it to The Players after back injury
Rory McIlroy arrives at TPC Sawgrass ahead of The Players Championship - this follows prior doubts around his participation at the tournament due to injury.
skysports.com
Iran Warns US Tech Firms Could Become Targets as War Expands
Companies including Google, Microsoft, and Palantir were listed as targets by Iranian media as the conflict with Israel and the US spills into digital infrastructure.
wired.com
Pro-Iran hacktivist group says it is behind attack on medical tech giant Stryker
The hacktivist group claimed the attack was in retaliation for a U.S. strike on a Tehran school that killed more than 175 people, most of them children.
techcrunch.com
The Guardian view on Kemi Badenoch and the Iran war: confusion reveals a lack of serious thinking | Editorial
The Tories and Reform UK have abandoned British interests to become ideological satellites of radical US conservatismBritain is one of many countries that would benefit from the replacement of brut...
theguardian.com
The Guardian view on Adam Smith: he deserves rescuing from the free-market myth | Editorial
On the 250th anniversary of The Wealth of Nations, the Scottish philospher is still invoked by the right. Yet he worried about inequality, monopoly and the power of wealthThis week 250 years ago, A...
theguardian.com
Three brothers arrested after explosion at US embassy in Oslo
Norway's police attorney says the authorities are investigating whether a foreign state actor was involved.
bbc.com
Ship crew film drone strike on oil facility at Oman’s Salalah port
Crew on-board a nearby vessel at Oman’s Salalah port filmed the moment a drone struck the oil facility.
aljazeera.com
Court filing: Jackson feared Pearce 'will kill me'
WNBA player Rickea Jackson filed a petition for protection against her ex-boyfriend, Falcons LB James Pearce Jr., saying she was "in fear of my life" and, if the court didn't intervene, she believe...
espn.com
Litter warns rivals: 'I'm back to my best after dry spell'
World champion Luke Littler has fired an ominous warning to the rest of the darting world by saying he is winning major titles without playing his best.
skysports.com
Banks in Gulf Evacuate Their Offices
Citi, the global bank, told its staff to immediately depart what had been its longtime regional headquarters in the Dubai International Financial Center.
nytimes.com
Jan Timman Dies at 74; Fearless Chess Grandmaster and ‘Bon Vivant’
Jan Timman in 1982. Unlike most top players of his time, he used a variety of opening strategies, letting his opponents steer the game and fighting them on their own terms, a risky strategy that of...
nytimes.com
Breakout Ventures raises $114M fund to back AI science startups
Breakout Ventures is finding growing success by backing early-stage startups in scientific fields such as biology and chemistry.
techcrunch.com
Almost 40 new unicorns have been minted so far this year — here they are
Almost 40 new unicorns have been minted so far this year — here they are
techcrunch.com
Nvidia Will Spend $26 Billion to Build Open-Weight AI Models, Filings Show
The move could position the AI infrastructure powerhouse to quickly compete with OpenAI, Anthropic, and DeepSeek.
wired.com
Angelika Saleh, the Angelika of Angelika Film Center, Dies at 90
After making the journey from prewar Germany to Madison Avenue opulence, she gave her name to one of New York’s most influential indie cinemas.
nytimes.com
Lebanese residents left in shock and fear as Israeli strikes reach center of Beirut.
The recent Israeli strike killed four people according the Lebanese health ministry.
nytimes.com
Poppi founder on TikTok, Super Bowl ads, and her return to Shark Tank
For years, venture capitalists have been skeptical of beverage startups, citing thin margins and brutal distribution as reasons most brands never break out. But a new wave of “functional soda”...
techcrunch.com
UK court rejects bid to reinstate ‘terrorism’ charge against Kneecap rapper
Rapper Liam O'Hanna welcomes ruling in case he says was 'never about any threat to the public, never about terrorism'.
aljazeera.com
Ravens sign Hendrickson on four-year $112m contract
Four-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Trey Hendrickson has agreed on a four-year, $112m contract with the Baltimore Ravens, though the contract can't be finalised until the s...
skysports.com
FIFA World Cup: US war on Iran, Mexico violence, visa bans, Iraq qualifier
The FIFA World Cup 2026 was billed as one of the easiest to organise, but challenges still lie in wait.
aljazeera.com
Trump says Iran war to end ‘soon’ as Israel claims no time limit
US president hails war progress as Iran continues to block Hormuz Strait and launch attacks across the region.
aljazeera.com
U.S. at Fault in Strike on School in Iran, Preliminary Inquiry Says
Outdated targeting data may have resulted in a mistaken missile strike, according to the military investigation, which undercuts President Trump’s assertion that Iran could be to blame.
nytimes.com
Anthony J. Leggett Dies at 87; Won Nobel for Theories on Superfluids
When scientists unwittingly turned helium into a superfluid — a feat many thought was impossible — Dr. Leggett not only recognized what had happened but also explained how.
nytimes.com
About University Innovation Project (UI)
NASA’s University Innovation (UI) project funds university-led innovation to address the agency’s Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate’s system-level challenges via independen...
nasa.gov
Chile’s new president has praised Pinochet, a dictator. What does it mean?
Experts say the views of newly inaugurated president Jose Antonio Kast reflect deep dissatisfaction with the status quo.
aljazeera.com
Bangladesh demolish Pakistan who suffer record low score in contest
Pakistan bowled out for the lowest total in a match against Bangladesh as the latter claim 8-wicket win to open series.
aljazeera.com
A clever person knows their limitations … Kemi believes she has none | John Crace
There was time for Kemi to embarrass herself again as she explained how we were both at war and not at warTaxi for Kemi. It’s only a matter of time before Tory MPs start thinking the unthinkable an...
theguardian.com
Bowen: Trump has called for an Iran uprising but the lessons from Iraq in 1991 loom large
The US president might learn that starting wars is much easier than ending them, writes the BBC's international editor.
bbc.com
WordPress debuts a private workspace that runs in your browser via a new service, my.WordPress.net
WordPress’s new browser-based service lets users create private sites without hosting or signup, turning the platform into a personal workspace for writing, research, and AI tools.
techcrunch.com
IEA recommends record 400M barrel oil release amid Iran war
The International Energy Agency has agreed to release a record 400 million barrels of oil.
aljazeera.com
A 'weirdly rushed' appointment - and other key takeaways from Mandelson files
A batch of documents has revealed new details about the appointment of Lord Mandelson as ambassador.
bbc.com
Shell declares force majeure on LNG contracts from Qatar
Qatar announced a production halt at a facility last week and declared force majeure on LNG shipments.
aljazeera.com
Iranian minister says country will not play in World Cup
Iran is not in a position to participate in the 2026 World Cup, says the country's Minister of Sports and Youth.
bbc.com
Rivian spin-out Mind Robotics raises $500M for industrial AI-powered robots
The startup, which was created by Rivian founder RJ Scaringe, is looking to train on data from, and deploy in, Rivian's factory.
techcrunch.com
Iran’s Retaliatory Strikes Appear to Be Slowing
A missile was unveiled at a march to commemorate the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution in Tehran last month, before the war.
nytimes.com
'Hiding in plain sight' - but why have Aberdeen moved for Robinson now?
All the signs were Aberdeen would wait until the summer to appoint a new manager - so why have they moved for Stephen Robinson now?
bbc.com
'Even under missiles we carry on living' - how young Iranians are coping with war
Iranians say they are sheltering at home and rarely venturing out on near-empty streets as the US-Israeli bombing campaign continues.
bbc.com
Telescopes Team Up for New View of Cat’s Eye Nebula
This March 3, 2026, image combines views from ESA’s (European Space Agency) Euclid and NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope to feature one of the most visually intricate remnants of a dying st...
nasa.gov
Bristol Bears' Capon to stand trial over rape charge
Will Capon, 26, denied the charge when he appeared at court on Friday.
bbc.com
ASU suffers historic blowout as Hurley awaits fate
Iowa State pounded Arizona State 91-42 on Wednesday in the largest win in Big 12 tournament history.
espn.com
Not ‘a litre of oil’ to pass Strait of Hormuz, expect $200 price tag: Iran
Warning comes as 400 million barrels of oil are being released from global reserves during waterway's closure.
aljazeera.com
Goldman executive says private markets clients ‘glad’ for Iran war ‘distraction’
Kunal Shah, co-head of the US bank’s international business, made comments on call about the conflict
ft.com
Is Iran in or out of World Cup? What is Iraq's status for playoffs in Mexico?
The ongoing conflict in Iran and neighboring countries has put their participation in the 2026 World Cup in doubt, while Iraq's ability to get to the intercontinental playoff is also in doubt. Here...
espn.com
Pentagon probe points to U.S. missile hitting Iranian school
A military assessment suggests a U.S. Tomahawk cruise missile was responsible for at least 165 deaths at an Iranian girls' school, according to a U.S. official who was not authorized to speak publi...
npr.org
Israel sends an extra infantry battalion to Lebanon’s border.
Israeli artillery equipment deployed near the country’s border with Lebanon.
nytimes.com
US military confirms use of ‘advanced AI tools’ in war against Iran
Admiral Brad Cooper says artificial intelligence is helping process data, but humans are making final decisions.
aljazeera.com
EV startup Harbinger reveals a smaller work truck with electric and hybrid variants
The LA-based startup is trying to corner the commercial truck market with its electric and hybrid trucks that offer a lower cost of ownership and a better driving experience.
techcrunch.com
Iran Has Fired Widely Banned Cluster Munitions at Israel
Accounts from Israeli officials and footage verified by The New York Times show that Iran has targeted Israel with the weapons. Experts say this has exposed civilians to indiscriminate attacks.
nytimes.com
Oil facilities in Oman’s Salalah port ablaze after drone strikes
Drones struck oil storage facilities in Oman’s Salalah port, as local authorities say they're responding to a big fire.
aljazeera.com
Union cuts Labour funding by 40% over bin strike
The union votes in favour of an "unprecedented" £580,000 cut, due to anger over ongoing action.
bbc.com
Meta didn’t buy Moltbook for bots — it bought into the agentic web
Meta’s Moltbook acquisition may look odd at first, but the deal could signal how Meta sees AI agents shaping future advertising and commerce on an agentic web.
techcrunch.com
Meta’s Moltbook deal points to a future built around AI agents
Meta’s Moltbook acquisition may look odd at first, but the deal could signal how Meta sees AI agents shaping future advertising and commerce on an agentic web.
techcrunch.com
Kneecap rapper will not face terrorism trial after high court rejects CPS appeal
Judges uphold decision to dismiss case against Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh for allegedly displaying Hezbollah flag at gigThe Kneecap rapper Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh will not face a terrorism charge over allegedly...
theguardian.com
Five questions hanging over F1's new regulations ahead of China
The debut of F1's new regulations at the season opener in Australia raised questions, and ESPN answers the five biggest ahead of Sunday's Chinese GP.
espn.com
IEA launches record release of oil reserves to counter energy shock
Unprecedented move underscores fears of threat to global economy from the Middle East war
ft.com
With its fluorescent characters and ASCII text, Marathon is a masterclass in 90s nostalgia
The revival of this 90s favourite is a retro-futuristic fever dream that is first incomprehensible, then thrillingly evocative. Plus, Donald Glover’s Yoshi debutBack in the mid-1990s, when I was a...
theguardian.com
Ferrari boss ‘very pleased’ with Hamilton's 2026 start
Frederic Vasseur says Ferrari still have "tonnes of things to improve" in order to build on their competitive opening to F1's new era and that he was "very pleased" with Lewis Hamilton's start to h...
skysports.com
UK companies struggling to hire young people amid cost pressures, MPs told
Business lobby groups say firms less likely to take on staff with few qualifications or who have gaps in their CVsBritish companies are struggling to afford to hire young people after a long period...
theguardian.com
Why has one of the world’s great conductors been shown the door?
Andris Nelsons is to leave the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The shock decision is strongly opposed by the players. What is going on, and what, should a music director’s role be? Plus: why Timothee Ch...
theguardian.com
See where U.S. installations have been damaged in the war with Iran.
nytimes.com
Becky the dog steals the show: John Dean’s best photograph
‘In 1976, Nottingham’s Victorian buildings were being torn down to make way for newer council housing. I’d go to the park and regularly bump into this man. To me, this picture seems very English’Th...
theguardian.com
Could the US deploy troops to Iran, and how could that play out?
Experts say Iran’s vast, mountainous terrain would make invasion difficult but a small, precise mission is possible.
aljazeera.com
Meta rolls out new scam detection tools to Facebook, WhatsApp, and Messenger
The tech giant says the new features are designed to alert users before they engage with something suspicious.
techcrunch.com
‘I’ve always had this blind faith’: Morgan Nagler on writing with alt-rock’s biggest names – and making her solo debut at 47
After starting out as a child actor, the US artist found music. Now co-writing with Phoebe Bridgers, Haim and Kim Deal, her dogged, DIY career has been powered by convictionThe title of Morgan Nagl...
theguardian.com
Sudan’s devastating war rages on as regional rivalries deepen
Yet the fallout from the Iran war could push Gulf rivals to cooperate, opening space for diplomacy on Sudan.
aljazeera.com
French aid worker among three killed in drone strikes in rebel-held DR Congo city
Witnesses say drone strikes hit a residential building frequently occupied by expatriates and aid workers in Goma.
bbc.com
King Rasko Grey powers to Turners glory for Mullins
King Rasko Grey gained ample compensation for his near-miss at Leopardstown last month when handing Willie Mullins a record-extending eighth Turners Novices’ Hurdle at Cheltenham.
skysports.com
Meta Developed 4 New Chips to Power Its AI and Recommendation Systems
The MTIA processors are the tech giant’s latest attempt to build its own AI hardware, even as it continues spending billions on gear from industry leaders like Nvidia.
wired.com
IPL fixtures 2026: Defending champs RCB take on Sunrisers in opening match
The opening two weeks of the Indian Premier League (IPL) schedule have been announced, with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) taking on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the M. Chinn...
skysports.com
EU and UK demand Israel stop surge in West Bank settler violence since Iran war
Six Palestinians have been killed during attacks by settlers in the West Bank since the start of Israel's war, the UN says.
bbc.com
Iran can 'under no circumstances' participate in 2026 World Cup - sports minister
Iran's sport minister has ruled out participating in the men's football World Cup co-hosted by the US this summer.
skysports.com
Harold ‘the Kangaroo’ Thornton: the extraordinary, forgotten life of the ‘greatest genius who ever lived’
The Australian artist was a relentless self-promoter, prolific painter and pro wrestler. He loved a tall tale – but his true story was remarkableGet our weekend culture and lifestyle emailIf you ch...
theguardian.com
Former Apple engineer raises $5M for a note-taking pendant that only records your voice
Taya is trying to address privacy concerns around note-taking wearables with its device that can be worn as a pendant and records only the user's voice.
techcrunch.com
Canopii looks to succeed where past indoor farms have not
Canopii's robotic farms can autonomously grow 40,000 pounds of herbs and leafy greens a year while being the size of a basketball court.
techcrunch.com
Dan Simmons, Genre-Leaping Author of ‘The Terror,’ Dies at 77
Dan Simmons in 1996. “He said from the beginning that he wanted to write what he wanted to write,” his wife, Karen Simmons, said, “and if the publisher didn’t want him to go in that direction, he’d...
nytimes.com
Iran's World Cup participation latest – 'It's looking more unlikely than likely'
Sky Sports' Kaveh Solhekol reports on the latest from the World Cup and whether Iran will take part or not.
skysports.com
‘Nothing changes’: Four decades in power, Congo’s Nguesso seeks a new term
Is Brazzaville's stability a result of gradual democratic consolidation or carefully organised political continuity?
aljazeera.com
Rheinmetall investors to get bumper dividend from booming arms sales
German defence group has been one of the biggest corporate winners from the Ukraine war
ft.com
What happened in Ukraine missile attack in Russia’s Bryansk?
A Ukrainian missile attack on Russia’s Bryansk killed 6 civilians and injured 37 others, according to local officials.
aljazeera.com
Iran cannot participate in the FIFA World Cup, sports minister says
Iran says 'under no circumstances' will it participate following the US-Israeli attacks that killed its supreme leader.
aljazeera.com
Funeral held for top Iranian commanders killed in US-Israeli strikes
Thousands of people gathered in Tehran to mourn top Iranian military officials killed by US-Israeli strikes.
aljazeera.com
Starmer attacks Badenoch and Farage over Iran war support U-turns at raucous PMQs
Prime minister says UK would ‘be at war’ now if it were up to Tory and Reform leaders and accuses both of changing position on warUK politics live – latest updatesKeir Starmer has attacked Kemi Bad...
theguardian.com
World Heritage Sites Hit in Airstrikes on Iran
The Golestan Palace was damaged badly from an Israeli attack on a police station in Tehran last week.
nytimes.com
Gentleman Jack review – Northern Ballet’s stylish lesbian love story is super-sexy
Leeds Grand theatre Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s choreography keeps a tight hold on the narrative and the erotically charged pas de deux between the lovers packs real heatNorthern Ballet’s new show is b...
theguardian.com
Attacks from all sides: Why Iraq was dragged into US-Israel war on Iran
Iraq has seen attacks from both sides of the conflict: Iran and its proxies on the one side and the US on the other.
aljazeera.com
Turkish president urges end to Iran war
Turkiye’s president has urged a return to the negotiating table before the Iran war “sets the entire region on fire.”
aljazeera.com
How to Make a Killing review – one man on a bloody quest for his inheritance is a remake too far
Glen Powell tries his best as a desperate serial killer in this update of Kind Hearts and Coronets, but it’s a mere pretender to the original’s throne Remaking Robert Hamer’s 1949 British classic K...
theguardian.com
TikTok now lets Apple Music subscribers play full songs without leaving the app
TikTok, which is known for shaping music trends and viral songs, said the new feature is designed to make it easier to go from the moment of discovery to deeper listening.
techcrunch.com
This Digital Picture Frame Wants to Bring People Closer to a Holographic Future
Brooklyn-based Looking Glass has been dabbling in 3D screens for nearly a decade. It's finally launching Musubi, an AI-powered holographic frame to bring your photos and videos to life.
wired.com
F1 Academy is back! All you need to know about 2026 season
F1 Academy is back for a new season this weekend and you can watch every race in 2025 live on Sky Sports F1.
skysports.com
‘Nothing off the table’ as Rachel Reeves considers ‘targeted support’ over energy costs
Chancellor does not rule out ditching fuel duty rise but tells MPs it is too early to gauge if consumers need extra helpBusiness live – latest updatesRachel Reeves has refused to rule out ditching...
theguardian.com
Quentin Tarantino’s ‘swashbuckling epic’ The Popinjay Cavalier set for West End debut
The director’s first play – an 1830s ‘rambunctious comedy of deception and disguise’ – is planned for early 2027 opening in LondonSince Quentin Tarantino announced last year that he had written his...
theguardian.com
Spain removes ambassador from Israel in protest to Iran war, Gaza genocide
Madrid recalls ambassador amid rising diplomatic tensions and criticism of US-Israeli actions in Iran.
aljazeera.com
First Iraq footballers granted visas by Mexico for FIFA World Cup qualifier
Mexico issues visas to some Iraq footballers so they can play in FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier in Monterrey.
aljazeera.com
Trump Will Let Iran Play at 2026 World Cup in U.S., FIFA Chief Says
The Iranian national soccer team before a match against Uzbekistan in March 2025.
nytimes.com
Nearly 500 mortgage deals withdrawn by UK lenders in two days
The average rate on a two-year fix has climbed back above 5%
ft.com
David Hockney review – a 90-metre vision of nature that only looks great on your phone
Serpentine North, London The artist has stitched together 100 iPad paintings into a vast digital frieze – but the results risk undermining the pleasure in simple beauty which was his great gift to...
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UK home secretary bans al-Quds march in London after Met Police request
The police requested the ban citing public disorder risks, while the organisers decide to hold a static protest instead.
aljazeera.com
Rolapp envisions ambitious changes for PGA Tour
CEO Brian Rolapp outlined a bold future for the PGA Tour on Wednesday, listing the possibility of relegation, a revamped schedule and match play in the playoffs among the changes being considered.
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G7 welcomes potential record release of oil reserves in bid to curb soaring prices
The group of nations welcomes the idea of releasing oil in response to the surge in prices since the US-Israel war with Iran began
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The skiing 'Von Trapp' family dominating the Paralympics
Meet Veronika and Johannes Aigner, the Austrian skiing siblings winning Paralympic medals and entertaining the athletes' village.
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‘Severe water stress’: why desalination plants are the Gulf’s greatest weakness
Recent attack on plants led to fears of escalating strikes, but Iran knows drought has left it equally vulnerableMiddle East crisis – live updatesIn 1983, the CIA determined that the most crucial c...
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Ukraine records first territorial gains since 2023 amid Russian army woes
As Kyiv liberates parts of Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhia, Zelenskyy says Russia losing up to 35,000 soldiers a month.
aljazeera.com
Edinburgh international festival will explore America’s creativity and cruelty, says director
August festival presents largest-ever jazz programme alongside full-scale operas and Scottish folk musicThis year’s Edinburgh international festival will showcase American art that celebrates the c...
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A surprise winner at The Players? Sky Sports' pundit predictions
Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy are the two pre-tournament favourites to win The Players, but a star-studded field will be aiming to stop either of the world's top two from winning at TPC Sawgrass.
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Sports minister: Iran can't compete at World Cup
Iran cannot participate in the 2026 World Cup following airstrikes against the country by the United States and Israel, the Iranian sports minister said Wednesday.
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How Toronto's snow mountains hide a toxic secret – video
The Guardian reporter Leyland Cecco visits an almost 100ft-tall snow mountain, one of six created in Toronto to store all the snow cleared from roads and paths across the city.Toronto has spent mor...
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Which countries have seen the highest petrol prices since the Iran war?
At least 85 countries have reported petrol price rises since the attacks on Iran by the US and Israel on February 28.
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Ponga defects from Australia to New Zealand ahead of RLWC after State of Origin shake-up
The International Rugby league Board has approved Kalyn Ponga's application to switch Tier 1 eligibility from Australia to New Zealand ahead of the Rugby League World Cup 2026.
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Iran security chief warns against anti-government protests
Anti-government protesters will be treated as an “enemy” as US-Israeli attacks continue, says Iran’s security chief.
aljazeera.com
How much a day of war on Iran costs the US
The US spent $3.7 billion in the first four days of bombing Iran. Here’s the bill.
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Jake Paul in war of words with Ngannou as rivalry reignited for potential fight
Jake Paul insists he would welcome a fight against Francis Ngannou after accusing the former UFC star of running "like a duck" from a deal before he faced Anthony Joshua.
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12 days: How 2025 Iran blueprint trapped US, Israel in longer war
Unlike the truce from last year's 12-day war, "decapitation" strikes have locked US and Israel in a war of attrition.
aljazeera.com
Why Black women playing villains on screen still feels controversial
In the wake of discourse surrounding Teyana Taylor’s Perfidia in One Battle After Another, a familiar debate has resurfaced about what happens when Black women play morally ambiguous characters on...
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Sheff Wed facing 15-point deduction as bidder confirmed
Sheffield Wednesday face a points deduction for next season if a deal with their new preferred bidder goes through.
bbc.com
Ukraine Says It Hit Key Russian Electronics Plant; Russia Reports Deaths
The attack highlighted how Ukraine remains capable of hitting high-value targets inside Russia.
nytimes.com
UN aid worker killed in DR Congo’s rebel-held Goma
France's president said a French aid worker with UNICEF was killed, after M23 rebels said 'combat drone' hit the city.
aljazeera.com
Redknapp's Jukebox Man confirmed for Gold Cup
Harry Redknapp's Jukebox Man joins 10 other horses in the field for Friday's Cheltenham Gold Cup.
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Live Updates: At Least 3 Ships Come Under Attack Near Key Oil Passage
The Strait of Hormuz, a conduit for a fifth of the world’s oil, is all but closed as war in the Middle East expands. A British agency said three ships were hit by unidentified projectiles in or nea...
nytimes.com
Iran declares US-Israeli economic, banking interests in region are targets
IRGC releases a list of offices run by top US companies with Israeli links whose technology has been used militarily.
aljazeera.com
A Trump-Xi Summit Nears, but China Doesn’t Know What Trump Wants
President Trump and Xi Jinping, China’s leader, meeting in Busan, South Korea, in October, where they announced a yearlong trade truce.
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Germans protest against Russia on Paralympic podium
German cross-country skiers turn their backs on the Russian gold medallists on the Winter Paralympics podium in protest against the nation's inclusion at the Games.
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Sources: Ravens rework Lamar deal for cap space
The Ravens have restructured quarterback Lamar Jackson's contract to create nearly $40 million in salary cap space, a source told ESPN.
espn.com
Hedge fund Caxton loses more than $600mn in Iran war fallout
Firm’s $9bn fund was down 7% last week as market upheaval hurt macro traders
ft.com
Toronto’s snow mountains: towering peaks that refuse to melt and leave a toxic trail
Reaching up to 100ft, these massive piles contain tonnes of salt that keep roads clear – but pose environmental risksMost mountains take tens of millions of years to form. Toronto’s newest mountain...
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One Last Deal review – Danny Dyer revs up phone-bound yarn about fast-talking football agent
Dyer is perfectly cast as the foul-mouthed agent whose fortunes are in jeopardy with his client facing jail. And Darth Vader’s on the blowerDanny Dyer is giving it loads, but this still feels like...
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Teens Are Using AI-Fueled ‘Slander Pages’ to Mock Their Teachers
Viral student-run TikTok and Instagram accounts are using AI to make memes of school faculty comparing them to figures like Jeffrey Epstein and Benjamin Netanyahu.
wired.com
UK Bans Al Quds Protest March That Critics Say Supports Iranian Regime
Anti-war activists in London earlier this month.
nytimes.com
Iran reports hospitals, civilians affected during war with US, Israel
The Iranian Red Crescent Society says nearly 20,000 civilian buildings affected, along with 77 healthcare facilities.
aljazeera.com
The V&A’s Gilbert Galleries review – a fabulous treasure trove that must be seen to be believed
Displayed in a redesigned space, Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert’s expansive collection of decorative items is not only gorgeous, at last it boldly tackles the question of where these valuables came f...
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‘My family was threatened multiple times’: Arab-American rockers Prostitute on confronting an Islamophobic US
The Michigan band satirically adopt Muslim stereotypes in their songs, pushing back against post-9/11 hate. As their incendiary debut is reissued, they explain their ‘evil’ music‘I’m the motherfuck...
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Iran welcome to compete in FIFA World Cup, Trump tells Infantino
FIFA's Infantino says US president 'reiterates that the Iranian team is welcome' to participate in the tournament.
aljazeera.com
India’s Supreme Court allows first-ever passive euthanasia death
Withdrawal of life support granted to family of 32-year-old man who has been in vegetative state for more than 12 years.
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Why Did the UK Police Repeatedly Decline to Investigate Claims About Epstein and Prince Andrew?
Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell in New York in 2005. Ms. Maxwell is serving a 20-year sentence for her role in Mr. Epstein’s sex-trafficking operation.
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Stubbs: Portrait of a Horse review – this magnificent nag deserves a longer canter
National Gallery, London Britain’s greatest painter of animal anatomy receives a tiny survey in a single room, while his masterpiece remains on show elsewhere in the building. Why, when he’s as goo...
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Nick Clegg Doesn’t Want to Talk About Superintelligence
After leaving Meta last year, the former deputy prime minister of the UK is charting a new path in the AI industry that has nothing to do with AGI.
wired.com
World Baseball Classic tiebreaker scenarios: How can Team USA advance?
The United States' WBC fate is now out of its hands. Here's how the U.S. can move on -- or be sent packing.
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Iran’s strategic patience tactic failed, what comes next could be far worse
Restraint didn't prevent war; new Iranian leadership may now look to much more dangerous approach to build a deterrent.
aljazeera.com
Health insurance startup Alan reaches €5B valuation
French health insurance startup Alan is now valued at €5 billion — approximately $5.83 billion, up from $4.5 billion in 2024.
techcrunch.com
Inside OpenAI’s Race to Catch Up to Claude Code
Why is the biggest name in AI late to the AI coding revolution?
wired.com
Pulling Espresso by Hand Is More Fun Than Pushing a Button
A manual espresso machine proves the best coffee-brewing tech is sometimes analog.
wired.com
What is London’s al-Quds Day march and why has the event been banned?
Annual demonstration in support of Palestinian rights especially sensitive in light of US-Israel war on IranOn Sunday, thousands of demonstrators were expected to march through London for al-Quds D...
theguardian.com
Rally Orbital Massager Review: The Oscillating Revolution
There are some minor drawbacks, but the Rally massager stands out as the lone circular massager in a sea of percussive heads.
wired.com
India's top court allows removal of life support of man in vegetative state
Harish Rana has been in a vegetative state since 2013, when he fell from a balcony and suffered head injuries.
bbc.com
How gen Z women are conquering country music: ‘Fans are speaking louder than gatekeepers’
This month, Ella Langley and Megan Moroney became the first pair of women in country music to top both the US albums and singles chartsCountry radio still has a gender parity problem. That hasn’t s...
theguardian.com
How Trump’s War With Iran Changed the World in a Week
Smoke rising from oil storage in Tehran on Sunday.
nytimes.com
Russia kills two in Ukraine’s Kharkiv; war grinds on, focus on Middle East
At least seven injured in the northeastern city of Kharkiv after a drone hit a 'civilian enterprise', officials say.
aljazeera.com
World Heritage Sites Hit in Airstrikes on Iran
The Golestan Palace was damaged badly from an Israeli attack on a police station in Tehran last week.
nytimes.com
A Dublin Pub-Crawl, but Hold the Booze
A wander through some famed watering holes in Ireland’s capital reveals a booming alcohol-free scene and a cultural shift.
nytimes.com
Do Not Go Gentle by Kathleen Stock review – the case against euthanasia
The philosopher offers a measured and reasonable argument against assisted dyingIn this admirably clear and cogent book, the philosopher Kathleen Stock sets out the case against state-sanctioned as...
theguardian.com
A Pale View of Hills review – two-stranded adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro novel in the shadow of the A-bomb
Kei Ishikawa’s take on Ishiguro’s first published work is frustrating and bland, undermining its fascinating characters’ emotional truthsKazuo Ishiguro has long been a subtle and potent figure in t...
theguardian.com
Video: North Korea conducts cruise missile test for destroyer
Cruise missiles were seen launching into the sky as North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw naval tests.
aljazeera.com
Porsche explores new premium models to drive turnaround
New chief Michael Leiters is seeking ways to revive carmaker after 93% plunge in profits last year
ft.com
ICC rejects bias claims as West Indies, South Africa stranded after World Cup
The International Cricket Council has denied accusations of preferential treatment towards England after it emerged that the West Indies have had to source commercial flights home following their T...
skysports.com
IEA preparing record release of oil reserves
Plan underlines fears for the global economy from energy shock triggered by the Middle East war
ft.com
Mandelson documents to be released after PMQs – UK politics live
Hundreds of papers relating to his appointment as ambassador to the US to be put into public domain todayGood morning and welcome to our coverage of UK politics with the news that the government is...
theguardian.com
Europe’s hard right fractures over US-Israel war on Iran
Splits expose divisions over nationalism, foreign policy and ties to US President Donald Trump.
aljazeera.com
Why F1 the Movie should win the best picture Oscar
It may not be in pole position, but Brad Pitt and director Joseph Kosinski’s sleek, technically inventive ode to motor racing definitely qualifies for the Academy podiumCould, should, would F1 the...
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Technology Is Reshaping Sleep Apnea Treatment
For decades, cumbersome CPAP machines have been the primary way to help people with sleep apnea. A range of new options has recently come into focus.
wired.com
Men's basketball coaching carousel buzz: Latest on Georgia Tech, Kansas State, more
Candidates have emerged for the Yellow Jackets and Wildcats, plus intel on which positions could open next.
espn.com
The ACC's most important newcomers and what their teams are saying
Which new faces in the league will make the biggest impact for each school?
espn.com
Trump will welcome Iran at World Cup - Infantino
US President Donald Trump has said Iran are "welcome" to take part in this summer's World Cup despite the countries being at war, according to Fifa president Gianni Infantino.
bbc.com
Updated 2026 NBA mock draft: Who's rising and falling ahead of March Madness?
Who's rising and falling in Jeremy Woo's updated 2026 NBA mock draft ahead of March Madness?
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Chelsea transfer 'like being new kid at school' - Walsh
England midfielder Keira Walsh says adjusting to life at Chelsea after arriving in January 2025 was the "worst feeling".
bbc.com
Ravens pull plug on blockbuster Crosby trade after medical issues
The Baltimore Ravens have pulled the plug on a blockbuster trade for Las Vegas Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby.
skysports.com
Adebayo scores 83 points, second-highest tally in NBA history
Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, the second-highest scoring effort in NBA history, to carry the Miami Heat to a 150-129 win over the Washington Wizards on Tuesday.
skysports.com
30 MLB teams, 30 breakout stars: The players who will make the biggest leap in 2026
From veterans in new roles to former top prospects ready to reach new heights, here's who we expect to level up.
espn.com
Damage caused to buildings in Tehran following US-Israeli strikes
Video shows the destruction caused to buildings in Iran’s capital after a reported strike near Mehrabad airport.
aljazeera.com
Let's give out NFL free agency awards: Solak on big-money positions, trends and intriguing landing spots
The edge rush market exploded, the Titans called on old friends, Mike Evans landed in a new place, and two players were very particular about their contract numbers.
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Avalanche now unbeatable? East contenders whiffed big-time? Judging NHL trade deadline overreactions
The final week resulted in a last flurry of trades -- and many hot takes. We identify which takeaways are legit and which are way off base.
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Playoff watch: Projecting the Eastern wild-card teams
Montreal, Ottawa, Washington and Philadelphia will play on Wednesday. Here are playoff projections and more.
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83 points! Adebayo scores second-highest total in NBA history 🤯
Highlights of the NBA game between the Miami Heat and the Washington Wizards, where Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, claiming the second-highest total in NBA history.
skysports.com
Iran fires missiles, drones at Gulf nations as ship hit in Strait of Hormuz
Tehran keeps up daily pressure as UNSC readies vote on GCC bid urging Iran to halt attacks on neighbours.
aljazeera.com
Anduril snaps up space surveillance firm ExoAnalytic Solutions
The deal could give Anduril a better shot at lucrative missile defense contracts through the "Golden Dome" system.
techcrunch.com
He shoots, he scores! Basketball as you’ve never seen it before – in pictures
In 2019, Austin Bell embarked on a wild quest to photograph all 2,549 of Hong Kong’s outdoor basketball courts using drone cameras and Google Maps. The results offer a fresh perspective on the city...
theguardian.com
This is the story of Weda Bay – and how nature is being sacrificed for mining
Analysis has found more than 3,000 mining operations within the most naturally precious areas of the planet, a much bigger footprint than previously thoughtWeda Bay is just one example of a global...
theguardian.com
The Tasters review – wartime historical drama about Hitler’s Wolf’s Lair food samplers
A shallow, unconvincing storyline and deeply uncomfortable scenes as starving women, unaware of why they are there, are fed titbitsDid Hitler really have food tasters? Was his inner circle so paran...
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The Iran oil crisis has proved Ed Miliband right on green energy. But households still need more help | Mathew Lawrence
Britain’s whole energy economy needs to be reformed – decarbonising the grid is only part of the mixBritain is once again paying the price of an energy system that is more effective at extracting p...
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No defence for Tudor as inept Tottenham hit new low in Madrid
Only Tottenham could turn what hapless coach Igor Tudor had agreed was a free hit into one of the more embarrassing nights in the club's history, a first half so inept that it stands out even in a...
skysports.com
Iran war: What is happening on day 12 of US-Israel attacks?
Iran says more than 1,300 civilians have been killed and nearly 10,000 civilian sites have been hit by Israel and US.
aljazeera.com
WNBA, union log marathon talks without deal
The WNBA and its players' union did not reach a deal on a new collective bargaining agreement after a marathon, 12-hour bargaining session.
espn.com
Sinner battles into Indian Wells quarter-finals as Mboko sets up Sabalenka match
Jannik Sinner advanced to the quarter-finals at Indian Wells with a thrilling win over Joao Fonesca at the BNP Paribas Open.
skysports.com
MP reveals rape ordeal during court reform debate
Charlotte Nichols tells her fellow MPs about the "agony" of having to wait 1,088 days to go to court.
bbc.com
TV tonight: Brenda Blethyn’s wonderful, horny revenge drama
A new retelling of Barbara Taylor Bradford’s hit novel A Woman of Substance. Plus, cracking comedy We Might Regret This. Here’s what to watch this evening 9pm, Channel 4Forty years after the Emmy-n...
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Scientists discover tiny plant trick that could supercharge crop yields
Researchers have uncovered a molecular trick used by hornwort plants that could help future crops capture carbon dioxide more efficiently. A unique protein feature called RbcS-STAR causes the key p...
sciencedaily.com
Reaching net zero by 2050 ‘cheaper for UK than one fossil fuel crisis’
Climate change committee finds move to renewable energy would also bring health, economic and security benefitsAchieving the UK’s net zero target by 2050 will cost less than a single oil shock and...
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Ultrasound repellers could keep hedgehogs off roads, scientists hope
Study shows animals hear very high frequencies, making it possible to design a deterrent to cut deathsHedgehogs have been discovered to hear high-frequency ultrasound, raising hopes that they could...
theguardian.com
'A completely different story!' - what next for F1's new era in China?
Formula 1's new era of rules and racing is back in immediate action this weekend for the season's second round in China as both the sport's participants and fans continue to get to grips with the w...
skysports.com
Itauma one of the world's best heavyweights: 'I just have to prove it'
Moses Itauma is gearing up for what could be a landmark year. He wants to establish himself as one of the very best heavyweights in the world.
skysports.com
Scheffler dismisses suggestion of form slump: 'I'm my biggest critic'
Scottie Scheffler has hit back at suggestions a supposed slump in form to start 2026, as the world No 1 looks to win The Players Championship for a third time in four years.
skysports.com
Sky Sports' ultimate quiz on The Players! Test your knowledge
With the world's top players heading to TPC Sawgrass this week for The Players, put your knowledge about one of golf's biggest events to the test!
skysports.com
Arrests, accusations and arguments - the Mugabe family after losing power
With Bellarmine Mugabe due in court we look at what has happened to Zimbabwe's ex-first family.
bbc.com
‘The other side’ of IITs: Student suicides haunt India’s top tech schools
Nearly 160 deaths recorded across the premier engineering colleges in past two decades - 69 of them in last five years.
aljazeera.com
Country diary: The art of noticing rewards with a mini glittering web | Jeni Bell
Knightwood Inclosure, New Forest: I realise my knowledge of my favourite haunt is the size of the spidery-speck hanging in the heatherIn soft sunlight the woodland wakes. Brimstone butterflies boas...
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Curiosity Blog, Sols 4825-4831: Exploring the Borderlands
Written by William Farrand, Senior Research Scientist, Space Science Institute Earth planning date: Friday, March 6, 2026 Curiosity is in the last stage of its exploration of the spiderweb-like box...
nasa.gov
Transfer rumors, news: Bernardo Silva could join Messi at Inter Miami
Manchester City's Bernardo Silva could be joining Lionel Messi at Inter Miami. Transfer Talk has the latest.
espn.com
Middle East war costs regional tourism industry $600mn a day
Thousands of travellers cancel trips after cities such as Dubai are targeted by Iranian strikes
ft.com
Gulf disruption chokes sulphur flows supporting swaths of global industry
Shortage spurs surge in prices and threatens sectors from fertiliser to microchips as impact of war in Iran widens
ft.com
The economic consequences of war with Iran
There are lasting lessons about energy resilience to be learnt from this conflict
ft.com
Lasers, radars and drones: Middle East war spurs hunt for cheaper air defence
Complex systems built to counter enemy aircraft and large missiles are not cost effective for modern warfare
ft.com
Iranians rethink the price of regime change
Destructive US and Israeli war and Islamic republic’s resilience have alarmed even those who supported foreign intervention
ft.com
Scarpetta review – this Nicole Kidman show is a dire mess … with an AI chatbot as a main character
Nicole Kidman and Jamie Lee Curtis – who exec produced this adaptation of Patricia Cornwell’s novels – have terrific chemistry. But this trashy drama is just weirdScarpetta has been a rather long t...
theguardian.com
Trump’s ego-trip war has collided with economic reality but he can’t undo the damage | Rafael Behr
The US president’s doctrine of lawless military adventures harms American interests and boosts Vladimir PutinWaging war with no fixed purpose means victory can be declared at any point. Donald Trum...
theguardian.com
Americans are split on wanting the National Guard to monitor voting, a new poll finds
Nearly half of Americans support the National Guard monitoring November's elections, potentially signaling an openness to the sort of nationalizing of elections that President Trump says he wants.
npr.org
NEWSBRIEF: IRAN LATEST, NEW POLL: TRUMP AND MIDTERMS, GA SPECIAL ELECTION
U.S. strikes on Tehran intensify, Americans' views on Iran war, and Georgia special election heads to runoff.
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Morning news brief
U.S. strikes on Tehran intensify, Americans' views on Iran war, and Georgia special election heads to runoff.
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Beirut building ablaze after apparent Israeli strike
A residential building in Beirut was seen with flames erupting from a hole in its side after an apparent Israeli strike.
aljazeera.com
New Iranian Leader Was Wounded Early in the War, Iranian and Israeli Officials Say
A rally in support of Iran’s new leader, Mojtaba Khamanei, in Tehran on Monday.
nytimes.com
Georgia special election raises questions over impact of Trump's endorsements
A special election to fill the seat vacated by Marjorie Taylor Greene brings renewed attention to the role President Trump's endorsement plays in deep-red districts and among his voters.
npr.org
Cook Political Report analyst on Georgia and Mississippi primaries
What do Tuesday's elections in Georgia and Mississippi signal about the future of Republicans and Democrats nationally? NPR asks Matthew Klein of Cook Political Report.
npr.org
New poll shows Americans are skeptical of Trump's Iran war
Americans are skeptical of the U.S. involvement in the war with Iran, and President Trump was already facing political challenges at home.
npr.org
Katy Perry loses trademark case against Australian designer Katie Perry
The US singer lost the case in 2023 and later won on appeal, but now judges have ruled against her.
bbc.com
Oil prices swing wildly amid mixed messages over Iran war
Crude oil prices fall sharply as energy markets remain on tenterhooks over effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
aljazeera.com
Iran war lifts K-defence company offering cheap Patriot rival
LIG Nex1’s Cheongung-II success in real-war situation set to foster demand for Korean security tech
ft.com
China and North Korea to reopen passenger train service after pandemic halt
Tickets for the first train departing on Thursday have reportedly sold out.
bbc.com
Bodies recovered after US-Israeli strikes hit Tehran
Video released by the Iranian Red Crescent show rescue teams retrieving bodies after US-Israeli strikes hit Tehran.
aljazeera.com
Georgia race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene heads to a runoff
Republican Clay Fuller is projected to face Democrat Shawn Harris in the 7 April runoff election.
bbc.com
Qatar warns Gulf security is tied to global stability
Qatar’s Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi warns that attacks on Gulf states risk escalation and threaten global energy security.
aljazeera.com
Ocean warming may supercharge a tiny microbe that controls marine nutrients
As deep-sea waters warm, scientists expected trouble for the microbes that help keep ocean chemistry in balance. Instead, researchers found that Nitrosopumilus maritimus can adapt to warmer, iron-l...
sciencedaily.com
How Trump and His Advisers Miscalculated Iran’s Response to War
In response to Iranian threats, commercial shipping has come to a standstill in the Gulf, and oil prices have spiked.
nytimes.com
Trump Administration Won’t Rule Out Further Action Against Anthropic
The White House is preparing an executive order targeting the AI startup, even as its earlier actions against the company face a major test in court.
wired.com
Barnwell makes sense of the called-off Maxx Crosby trade: What happens in the aftermath?
Four days after agreeing to trade for the Raiders edge rusher, the Ravens backed out. Will he still get dealt? Which teams might be in, and who else is affected here?
espn.com
A massive asteroid hit the North Sea and triggered a 330-foot tsunami
A long-running debate about the Silverpit Crater beneath the North Sea has finally been resolved. Scientists now confirm it formed when a roughly 160-meter asteroid struck the seabed about 43–46 mi...
sciencedaily.com
‘No endgame’: Why US Democrats say Iran war hearing has them worried
Lawmakers say the White House has not clearly explained why the US entered the conflict, or how long it may last.
aljazeera.com
Records fall as Dybantsa nets 40 in Big 12 opener
AJ Dybantsa poured in a Big 12 freshman-record 40 points, willing his No. 10-seeded Cougars to a 105-91 victory over No. 15 seed Kansas State in the first round of the conference tournament.
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‘My lovely distraction’: live stream of kākāpō – world’s fattest parrot – and her chicks captivates New Zealand
More than 100,000 people have tuned in to watch ‘kākāpō cam’, which captures a rare flightless bird sleeping, tidying her nest and fighting off intrudersOn an island in New Zealand’s remote souther...
theguardian.com
Missiles, Drones and Airstrikes Pound Middle East Into 12th Day of War
An airstrike in Beirut’s southern suburbs late Tuesday night.
nytimes.com
Cannabis study finds THC can create false memories
THC doesn’t just blur memories—it can create new ones that never happened. In a controlled experiment, cannabis users were much more likely to recall words that were never shown and struggled with...
sciencedaily.com
U.S. in jeopardy at WBC after upset loss to Italy
Italy stunned Team USA with an 8-6 victory in World Baseball Classic pool play Tuesday night, one of the biggest upsets in the tournament's 20-year history that puts the Americans in jeopardy of no...
espn.com
Trump administration’s mixed messaging sparks wild swings in oil markets
Confusion over US naval escorts in Strait of Hormuz exposes lack of clarity over war aims
ft.com
Iran launches wave of heavy, multi-warhead missiles
The Iranian military released footage of missile launches from what it described as a wave multi-warhead projectiles.
aljazeera.com
Jeffrey Epstein had two key aides - why do they still control his money and secrets?
Richard Kahn and Darren Indyke administer Epstein’s estate - court filings allege complicity in his crimes.
bbc.com
Press freedom declines in Americas, with US seeing sharpest drop: Report
A press freedom index has given the Americas its lowest ranking since it started recording results six years ago.
aljazeera.com
Shabana Mahmood approves police request to ban Al Quds march in London
Metropolitan police sought prohibition of demonstration planned for SundayShabana Mahmood has approved a request from the Metropolitan police to ban a pro-Palestinian march planned for Sunday “to p...
theguardian.com
Here’s What Happened in the War in the Middle East on Tuesday
From left, Gen. Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Vice President JD Vance at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware on Monday.
nytimes.com
Iran war live: Tehran says US, Israel have hit nearly 10,000 civilian sites
Iran accuses the US and Israel of targeting civilians, saying more than 1,300 have been killed across the country.
aljazeera.com
The Curse of Middle-Sized Wars
In Iran, Trump risks falling into a familiar trap.
foreignaffairs.com
America’s Endangered AI
How weak cyberdefenses threaten U.S. tech dominance.