Here’s What Happened in the War in the Middle East on Thursday
A bedroom in ruins after a missile attack in Kafr Qasim, Israel, on Thursday.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-03-26
As Markets Revolt in the Face of War, Trump Extends Iran Deadline
Traders working on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange in New York City, on Wednesday.
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Tonali and Kean end Northern Ireland's World Cup dreams
Northern Ireland's hopes of reaching the 2026 World Cup are brought to an end, as they're beaten 2-0 by Italy in their World Cup play-off semi-final in Bergamo, as the home side close in on qualify...
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Wales' World Cup hopes ended after shootout defeat to Bosnia
Wales suffered a penalty shootout defeat to Bosnia and Herzegovina in Cardiff to end their 2026 World Cup dreams.
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O'Neill positive about Northern Ireland future despite Italy defeat
Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill insists the future is bright for his side after they lose their World Cup play-off semi-final against Italy, as they're beaten 2-0 in Bergamo.
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Irish heartbreak as Czech Republic win on penalties
Republic of Ireland's World Cup hopes were cruelly and heartbreakingly dashed as Czech Republic came from 2-0 down - to then beat them on penalties.
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Mbappe nets for 10-man France in win against Brazil in World Cup warm-up
France beat Brazil 2-1 in a friendly in United States, in what was a potential dress rehearsal for World Cup 2026 final.
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Why Iraq is the most fragile front in the US-Israel war on Iran
Iraq is under attack from all sides as militias and foreign powers clash.
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Will the UK ban social media for under 16s?
As a US trial finds Meta and Google intentionally built addictive social media platforms, will the UK change its rules?
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Police fire water cannons at Chile student protest
Police in Chile fired water cannons at students gathering in central Santiago to protest education policies.
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Trump extends Iran talks deadline after sell-off on Wall Street
US stocks post worst day since Middle East crisis began as fresh inflation fears send Treasury yields higher
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Argentina declares Jalisco New Generation Cartel a ‘terrorist’ group
President Javier Milei's office said the designation is meant to 'strengthens international cooperation' against crime.
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What are the red lines for Iran and the US in the war?
Tehran says US list of 15 demands does not reflect reality.
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Gyokeres scores hat-trick for Sweden as World Cup play-off finals set
Arsenal's Viktor Gyokeres scored a hat-trick as Sweden beat Ukraine 3-1 to book a World Cup play-off final against Poland.
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Dolphins, stingers and ‘salt tongue’: an epic ocean swim around New Zealand’s east coast
Jono Ridler has battled loneliness and fatigue as he aims to break the record for the longest unassisted staged swim – and raise awareness about fragile marine lifeFirst he hears a faint chatter co...
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Gyokeres hat-trick lifts Sweden as Kosovo keep dream alive
Graham Potter's Sweden are one win from qualifying for the World Cup after Viktor Gyokeres scores a hat-trick in their 3-1 play-off semi-final win over Ukraine.
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Tonali strike puts Italy ahead against Northern Ireland
Watch as Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali gives Italy the lead against Northern Ireland in their World Cup play-off semi-final in Bergamo.
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WTO holds crunch meeting amid growing uncertainty over multilateral system
Tariff wars smashed old system, but failure to agree on reforms could see ‘some people writing a new rulebook’.
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Putin asks oligarchs to donate to budget as cost of Ukraine war soars
Russian president’s demand shows intention to pursue campaign until all of neighbour’s Donbas region is captured
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Wikipedia cracks down on the use of AI in article writing
The site, whose policies are subject to change, has struggled with the issue of AI-generated writing.
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'What a way for Wales to take the lead!' - James' 31-yard, 64mph screamer
Dan James scores a stunning long-range effort to give Wales a crucial lead in their World Cup Play-off semi-final against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Cardiff.
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'Stunning, breathtaking, glorious!' James gives Wales lead against Bosnia
Dan James scores a stunning long-range effort to give Wales a crucial lead in their World Cup Play-off semi-final against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Cardiff.
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Al Jazeera visits Iran’s UNESCO-listed palace damaged by war
Al Jazeera visited Tehran's UNESCO-listed Golestan Palace, which Iran says was damaged by US-Israeli strikes.
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Displaced by War, Many Seek Shelter in Beirut
Zouheir Chahine fled his hometown in southern Lebanon and now lives at a temporary shelter at a local school in the capital, Beirut.
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Sam Kieth, Creator of Surreal Comic Book Series The Maxx, Dies at 63
A cocreator of Neil Gaiman’s Sandman series, he dreamed up a character who is homeless in the real world and a superhero in a subconscious realm. It was adapted for an MTV series.
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Italy end Northern Ireland’s World Cup dream
Northern Ireland had their World Cup dream ended with a 2-0 defeat to Italy in their play-off semi-final.
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Gauff reaches first Miami Open final
American Coco Gauff cruises past 13th seed Karolina Muchova in straight sets to reach her first Miami Open final.
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Will the UK ban social media for under 16s?
As a US trial finds Meta and Google intentionally built addictive social media platforms, will the UK change its rules?
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Israeli military doubts war will topple Iranian regime
Prevailing view within IDF intelligence is that aerial campaign has yet to erode Islamic republic’s hold on power
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Iran placing messages on missiles as war of narratives intensifies
Iran’s military has released a video showing a message being placed on a missile ahead of launch.
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What’s Up: April 2026 Skywatching Tips from NASA
Mercury shines at its brightest for the year, the Lyrid meteor shower peaks, and a bright new comet makes an appearance in April’s night sky.
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La NASA presentará el telescopio Roman completo y ofrecerá una conferencia de prensa
Se invita a los medios de comunicación el martes 21 de abril al Centro de Vuelo Espacial Goddard de la NASA en Greenbelt, Maryland, para conocer el telescopio espacial Nancy Grace Roman de la agenc...
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US bond market shows signs of strain as Iran war sparks Treasury tumult
Ease of trading in world’s most important debt has worsened in recent weeks, banks and investors say
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Standoff With Iran Raises Fresh Doubts About Trump’s Freestyle Diplomacy
As the war stretches on, President Trump appears to be casting about for a diplomatic offramp even as he threatens an escalation.
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Protests erupt outside US court over Maduro case
Supporters and opponents of Nicolas Maduro gathered outside a New York court.
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Netflix confirms it’s raising prices again
The standard plan without ads now costs $19.99 per month, a $2 increase from the previous $17.99 subscription fee, while the premium plan is also going up by $2 and will now cost $26.99 per month.
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Robert Fox, Acclaimed Producer in Britain and on Broadway, Dies at 73
Robert Fox in 2014. “Great actors felt safe in his hands because he took the weight on his shoulders,” the playwright David Hare said.
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NASA to Unveil Complete Roman Telescope, Host Media Briefing
Media are invited Tuesday, April 21, to NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, for a look at the agency’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, which recently completed constructio...
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NHS bosses say resident doctors’ strike will cause ‘maximum harm’
BMA’s decision to withdraw from talks with government and NHS chiefs has sparked a war of wordsNHS bosses have accused resident doctors of seeking to cause “maximum harm” to patients by striking fo...
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NASA Releases Artemis II Moon Mission Launch Countdown
Before NASA sends its astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut Jeremy Hansen on their Artemis II mission around the Moon, the launch team at...
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Israel sends more troops into southern Lebanon as ground invasion expands
Lebanon's PM warns Israeli actions and statements threaten Lebanese sovereignty and violate international law.
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Rachel Reeves urged to raise taxes on companies profiting from war on Iran
Charities say taxes should rise for banks, defence and energy companies which stand to make windfall profitsMiddle East crisis liveRachel Reeves is being urged to raise taxes on businesses generati...
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Gauff dismantles Muchova to reach Miami final as Sinner sweeps past Tiafoe
Coco Gauff ruthlessly dismantled Karolina Muchova to reach the final of the Miami Open.
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Trump Aims New Threats at Iran, as Israel Says It Killed Naval Commander
President Trump, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, left, and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, on Thursday at the White House. Mr. Trump said if Iran did not negotiate, “we’ll just keep blowing...
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After Wooing Trump With Deals, Pakistan Gets a Seat at the Table
The Roosevelt Hotel in New York, which is owned by Pakistan, in 2023.
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Dutch court bans xAI’s Grok from generating nonconsensual nude images
Court dismissed xAI claim that measures were taken after plaintiff produced video of nude person shortly before hearing.
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Station Nation: Aaron Rose, Cold Stowage Mission Manager
As a member of the Crew and Thermal Systems Division, Aaron Rose supports critical cargo resupply missions to the International Space Station. In this role, he works with payload dev...
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Misiorowski, Brewers tie MLB record with 20 K's
Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski and four relievers buried the White Sox in an avalanche of 20 strikeouts, the first time a team has recorded that many in nine innings on Opening Day.
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Key takeaways from Trump’s war on Iran meeting
US President Donald Trump held a cabinet meeting where he discussed the war on Iran with senior officials.
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Trump says officials who opened probe into Powell showed ‘courage’
President’s remarks come after judge called the investigation an attempt to coerce Fed chair to lower interest rates
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Labour failing to live up to ambition to overhaul public services, analysis finds
Ministers not on course to meet their objectives, including to shift power from Whitehall to local areas, says IfGKeir Starmer’s drive to overhaul public services is failing to live up to its aims...
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Trump says Iran ‘begging’ for deal to end war as Tehran issues new demands
Trump says US, Israel wiped out navy and air force, as Iran lawmakers plan to collect tolls for transiting ships.
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The Guardian view on a recovering NHS: public confidence has risen, but not enough | Editorial
Wes Streeting pronounced the UK’s health system ‘broken’. An upbeat survey does not mean that it is fixedFor the government, news that public satisfaction with the NHS has increased for the first t...
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Spanish woman to die by euthanasia after long legal battle with father
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) ruled in Noelia Castillo's favour earlier this week.
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‘Best man won!’ | HUGE celebrations as Rock wins first Premier League match
Josh Rock drops to the floor following his first ever Premier League match win as he topples Jonny Clayton 6-3.
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OpenAI abandons yet another side quest: ChatGPT’s erotic mode
It's only the latest of several side project that the AI startup has ditched over the past week.
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Winter Sea Ice in the Arctic Ties a Record Low
The disappearing ice also affects wildlife habitat. A polar bear on Norwegian sea ice last April.
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Data centers get ready — the Senate wants to see your power bills
Sens. Josh Hawley and Elizabeth Warren want the Energy Information Administration to gather more details about how data centers use power — and how that affects the grid.
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Hodgkinson mocks West Ham as she backs Worlds at London Stadium
GB track stars Keely Hodgkinson and Dina Asher-Smith have made jovial criticisms of West Ham after it emerged the club could prevent the 2029 World Athletics Championships from taking place in London.
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Farage says local elections are referendum on Starmer, as he launches campaign
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is launching his party's push to take control of more councils at a rally in Sunderland.
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British teenager Lloyd takes first World Tour win
British teenager Carys Lloyd holds off former world champion Elisa Balsamo to claim her first ever professional victory in a sprint finish at the Tour of Brugge.
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Guthrie on missing mother: 'We cannot be at peace without knowing'
In her first interview since the disappearance, Savannah Guthrie recounts the moment she learned her mother was missing and wrestles with the idea that her fame may have made her mother a target.
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These 35 Amazon Spring Sale Tech Deals Are Actually Good. We Checked the Price History (2026)
This sale spans almost an entire week, and it’s full of fake “deals.” We hunted to find truly good prices on gear we’ve tested.
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Defense startup Shield AI lands $12.7B valuation, up 140%, after U.S. Air Force deal
In one year, Shield AI's value has leaped 140%. This after it won a contract to be the software provider to Anduril's Fury fighter jet for the U.S. Air Force.
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Scientists Filmed a Whale Birth. The Surprise: Mom Had Many Helpers.
The episode, involving a group of sperm whales, adds to evidence that humans aren’t the only species that gets some form of assistance during and after delivery.
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Meet the Tech Reporters Using AI to Help Write and Edit Their Stories
Independent writers are using AI agents all throughout their reporting process. What’s the value of a human journalist, anyway?
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Iranian missiles cause widespread damage across Israel in latest wave
Iranian missiles have caused widespread damage across Israel in the latest wave of attacks.
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Rationing power and diluting petrol - how African countries are coping with effects of Iran war
The disruption in oil supplies has caused shortages and concerns in several African countries.
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Tonali, Keane goals send Italy to WC playoff final
Türkiye beat Romania 1-0 and will face either Slovakia or Kosovo for a spot at its first World Cup since a third-place run in 2002.
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Judge told Maduro 'plundered' Venezuelan wealth in court battle over legal fees
A judge said the right to defence was paramount as prosecutors argued the couple should not be able to use Venezuelan government funds to pay their lawyers.
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Trump describes UK aircraft carriers as ‘toys’ in latest anti-Nato jibe
US president says he is ‘very disappointed’ as he again lashes out at allies’ lack of involvement in Iran warMiddle East crisis – live updatesUK politics live – latest updatesDonald Trump has dismi...
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Iran’s hardline new leaders take control
US-Israeli assassinations have left a regime that looks more hawkish at home and abroad
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London police officer filmed in crowd intimidating Al Jazeera journalists
Metropolitan Police says reviewing footage of incident, reporters must be able to work 'without intimidation'.
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Orban's Hungarian government accused of mass voter intimidation ahead of election
A film quoting voters, mayors and a police officer alleges money and drugs are being offered to pressure people to back the ruling party.
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European Allies Worry Russia Is Preparing to Deliver Drones to Iran
Ukrainian war crimes prosecutors with a Russian Shahed-style drone, in the Kharkiv region of Ukraine last year. While Iran initially supplied hundreds of drones in 2022, Russia then built its own p...
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LIVE: Brazil vs France – FIFA World Cup 2026 warm up
Follow our live build-up, with full team news coverage, before our comprehensive text commentary stream.
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Arctic Winter Sea Ice Ties Record Low, NASA, NSIDC Scientists Find
For the second consecutive year, winter sea ice in the Arctic reached a level that matches the lowest peak observed since satellite monitoring began in 1979. On March 15, Arctic sea ice extent reac...
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Arctic Winter Sea Ice Ties Record Low, NASA, NSIDC Scientists Find
For the second consecutive year, winter sea ice in the Arctic reached a level that matches the lowest peak observed since satellite monitoring began in 1979. On March 15, Arctic sea ice extent reac...
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Lawsuit accuses sportsbooks of addictive tech use
A lawsuit against DraftKings and FanDuel accuses the sportsbooks of using addictive technology and features to keep customers betting.
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NASA’s IXPE Gets Fresh Look at Supernova
NASA’s IXPE (Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer) mission has taken a new observation of a supernova, RCW 86, seen here in an image released on March 24, 2026. This observation helps fill in a fulle...
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Odey fired executives for telling him to ‘sit in dungeons’ to protect women
Financier told court he objected to safeguarding measures, including sitting on a lower floor, firm imposed after misconduct claims
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Details revealed of Board of Peace plan for Gaza disarmament
Plan, submitted by Board of Peace head Nikolay Mladenov, calls for gradual disarmament over eight months.
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More than 13 million living in poverty, new figures show
The level rose slightly on the previous year while the number of children living in poverty has remained steady.
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Pentagon boss claims Iran now has ‘no navy, no navy leader’
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has said that Iran war is 'stuff for the history books'.
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Parties launch Holyrood campaigns against backdrop of voter indecision
Change is on offer across the political spectrum, but no one knows whether apathy or tactical voting will prevailUK politics live – latest updatesHope, change, progressive change, change with fairn...
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Olympics align with Trump as transgender athletes banned from women’s games
Transgender athletes banned from women's Olympic events by new IOC policy aiming for 'fairness, safety and integrity'.
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Hook, line and cinema: why boxing films are still a knockout
The BFI’s new season, The Cinematic Life of Boxing, shows how this captivating genre has endured for more than a century and celebrates its ability to inspire generationsAlmost as soon as film was...
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Dash Crofts, of the Soft-Rock Duo That Sang ‘Summer Breeze,’ Dies at 87
Dash Crofts performing with Seals & Crofts in Atlanta in 1977. The duo had a string of hits in the ’70s, including “Diamond Girl,” “Get Closer” and “We May Never Pass This Way Again.”
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Alexander Kluge, author and key film-maker in the New German Cinema movement, dies aged 94
A winner of the Golden Lion at Venice, Kluge was a committed pacifist and one of the last living torchbearers of the Frankfurt school of neo-Marxist cultural criticismAlexander Kluge, a German film...
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Silicon Valley’s two biggest dramas have intersected: LiteLLM and Delve
LiteLLM offers an AI open source project used by millions that was infected by credential harvesting malware.
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Bama's Oats on UNC job: 'No reason to leave'
Alabama coach Nate Oats has "absolutely no reason to leave" his current role, despite being mentioned for other opportunities, and said he has had initial discussions with the school about a new co...
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DJ Ahmet review – totally charming tale of teen travails in North Macedonia
A young shepherd besotted with his neigbour rigs up his tractor to play music from so she can practise dance routines in a story that remains sunny without hiding hardship‘You’re the first celebrit...
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Tehran’s’tollbooth’: How Iran picks who to let through Strait of Hormuz
Iran has blocked the passage of vessels carrying 20 percent of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas supplies.
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Pakistan says it is mediating US-Iran talks
Pakistan says it is mediating indirect talks between the US and Iran aimed at ending the war.
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WTO says world experiencing worst trade disruption in 80 years
WTO chief Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala says the global trade order has ‘irrevocably changed’.
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ByteDance’s new AI video generation model, Dreamina Seedance 2.0, comes to CapCut
The new model in CapCut will have built-in protections for making video from real faces or unauthorized intellectual property.
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A $20 Billion Crypto Scam Market Faces a New Government Crackdown
The Telegram-based Xinbi Guarantee black market sells services that help prop up scam operations. British officials just hit the highly lucrative marketplace with sweeping sanctions.
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The unexpected path that led Morgan and Frankie Price to Arkansas
The Price sisters have led the Arkansas gymnastics team in their final season of the sport -- and they hope it ends with an NCAA championship berth.
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Frank Bowling: Seeking the Sublime review – shipwrecked Ophelia points the path to freedom
Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge This illuminating exhibition traces the British Guyanan’s faltering first steps of painting with a social conscience to his escape from London to New York and abstract...
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Dash Crofts of Summer Breeze rock duo Seals and Crofts dies aged 85
Crofts helped define the sound of yacht rock with 1970s hits such as Summer Breeze and Diamond GirlDash Crofts, the yacht rock musician who helped craft 70s hits such as Summer Breeze and Diamond G...
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Anne-Sophie Mutter: East Meets West album review – diverse, bold and brand new
Mutter/Zhou/LSO/Adès(Alpha)A varied and engaging collection of four works written for the star violinist features music by Jörg Widmann, Unsuk Chin, Thomas Adès and Aftab DarvishAnne-Sophie Mutter’...
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Expecting to live past 100? Then this show, with its rotten fruit and robot companions, is for you
The Coming of Age, a new exhibition about ageing, features the sake cup for centenarians in Japan, Darwin’s skull-tipped walking stick and Sam Taylor-Johnson’s decaying still lifeThe first object v...
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Paul McCartney announces 18th solo album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane, promising introspection and revelation
The new album draws from the musician’s early childhood memories of growing up in Liverpool and his relationship with Lennon, with musical styles that span his entire career• Alexis Petridis on sin...
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Hair compost, sugar waxes and refillable shampoo: inside a California low-waste salon
Scisters Salon & Apothecary in the San Diego area is committed to sustainable beauty and going low-wasteThe first thing you notice when you walk into Scisters Salon & Apothecary is what isn...
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Pirates pull shaky Skenes in 1st amid OF miscues
Paul Skenes recorded just two outs before being pulled from the Pirates' season opener, the shortest outing of his MLB career.
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La NASA anuncia la cobertura de la de la primera misión tripulada Artemis alrededor de la Luna
Diversos eventos previos al lanzamiento, del lanzamiento y de la misión Artemis II de la NASA alrededor de la Luna se transmitirán en línea. La agencia tiene como fecha objetivo no antes del miérco...
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Orgreave inquiry formally under way into policing during miners’ strike
Terms of reference are to seek fullest disclosure of information and to produce a report by spring 2028UK politics live – latest updatesThe government has announced the formal start of the promised...
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King's Speech to take place days after key May elections
King Charles III will attend Parliament to read out the government's legislative agenda for the coming months.
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Rodri open to Real Madrid move despite Atletico past
Manchester City midfielder Rodri says "you can't turn down the best clubs in the world" as he refuses to rule out a move to Real Madrid.
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French court hands Islam scholar Tariq Ramadan 18-year jail term for rape
Ramadan, a 63-year-old former Oxford professor, denied the charges but his lawyers said he was too ill to attend the trial.
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Daunting, inspiring, comforting, terrifying: the writers who can make silence as eloquent as words
From the hush of medieval lullabies to striking poems about Grenfell, great authors know how to deploy the power of silenceOn a snowy Sunday morning in February 1808, the poet William Wordsworth wa...
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IU's Cignetti rips transfer Marsh for gold cleats
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti ripped transfer wide receiver Nick Marsh for wearing gold cleats on the first day of spring practice for the defending national champs.
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Treatment of my players wasn't good enough - Scotland captain Malcolm
Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm says it was a "hard read" when BBC Sport laid out the struggles of some players at last year's Women's Rugby World Cup.
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Boom Box: Beats and Betrayal review – the most astonishing British TV
Try not to Google this true story of a London record shop used by undercover police to ensnare teens. As the astonishing details of what really happened unfold, you will pray for more fantastic tel...
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Brendan Gleeson wins best actor as Critics’ Circle theatre awards toasts The Weir
Other winners include Inter Alia’s Rosamund Pike, Ivo van Hove for All My Sons and Hayley Atwell who beat her Much Ado co-star Tom Hiddleston to best Shakespearean performanceBrendan Gleeson has be...
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NASA’s Hubble Detects First-Ever Spin Reversal of Tiny Comet
Astronomers using NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope have found evidence that the spinning of a small comet slowed and then reversed its direction of rotation, offering a dramatic example of how volatil...
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Ministers vow to spend record £8.4bn on road maintenance in England
Move is part of £27bn five-year investment plan for A-roads and motorways, with almost a third going on work such as resurfacingMinisters have pledged to spend record amounts on road maintenance as...
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Conntour raises $7M from General Catalyst, YC to build an AI search engine for security video systems
Conntour uses AI models to let security teams query camera feeds using natural language to find any object, person, or situation.
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Russian officials meet US counterparts as Moscow denies aiding Iran
Kremlin spokesperson says talks are part of 'necessary dialogue' with Washington as war in Ukraine continues.
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Olympic women's sport to be for biological females only
The women's category of Olympic sports will be limited to biological females from 2028, says the International Olympic Committee.
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Starmer vows to tackle social media’s ‘addictive features’ to protect children
Prime minister says UK must do more to regulate against potential harms after landmark ruling in US courtSir Keir Starmer has said he will tackle “addictive features” in social media amid increasin...
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Iranian naval chief killed in attack, Israel says
Israel says it has killed IRGC naval commander Alireza Tangsiri in a strike near Bandar Abbas by the Strait of Hormuz.
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Olympic Committee Announces a Broad Ban of Transgender Athletes in Women’s Events
Kirsty Coventry, president of the International Olympic Committee and a former Olympic swimmer from Zimbabwe.
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Rigoletto review – strong revival of Mears’s violent take, with Elder revelatory in the pit
Royal Opera House, LondonThere is a touch of the Tony Sopranos about George Petean’s Rigoletto, in Oliver Mears’ 2021 staging that evokes a world of privilege, misogyny and abuse. Aida Garifullina...
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Teen volunteer paramedic killed in Israeli strike in Lebanon
This 15-year-old volunteer paramedic was killed alongside a colleague in an Israeli strike on Lebanon.
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Transgender women athletes banned from Olympics
The International Olympic Committee is banning transgender women from competing in all female events.
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Russia bans Oscar-winning film 'Mr Nobody Against Putin'
A court alleges that the documentary promoted "negative attitudes" about the Russian government and the war in Ukraine.
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Sky Sports receives five nominations for SJA Sports Journalism awards
Sky Sports have picked up five nominations at this year's SJA British Sports Journalism awards with Kaveh Solhekol, Craig Slater, Adam Bate and Megan Wellens all in contention.
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You saw me standin’ alone: songs about the moon – ranked!
As the Artemis II crew prepare for the first moon mission since 1972, we select the best songs about our lunar neighbour, from Ella Fitzgerald’s romance to Gil Scott-Heron’s social commentaryThis t...
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WhatsApp can now draft AI-generated responses based on your conversations
The Meta-owned messaging platform is also launching a way to free up space, the ability to touch up photos with Meta AI, and more.
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Army commander convicted of Guinea stadium massacre dies in prison
Aboubacar Sidiki Diakité was convicted over the 2009 massacre in which killed more than 150 people were killed.
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Video: GCC chief says Iran charging for ships to pass Strait of Hormuz
GCC Secretary-General Jasem al-Budaiwi has accused Iran of imposing fees for ships to pass via the Strait of Hormuz.
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Quad God rebounds from Olympics, leads worlds
Ilia Malinin bounced back from misfiring at the Milan Cortina Olympics by leading after the short program at the figure skating world championships.
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Northern Ireland's McCann out of Italy semi-final
Ali McCann has been ruled out of Northern Ireland's World Cup play-off semi-final against Italy in Bergamo.
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North Korea’s Kim meets Lukashenko, slams ‘pressure on Belarus from West’
Putin's allies mark a 'fundamentally new stage' in relations with a friendship treaty during Pyongyang meeting.
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Forget URC - Scarlets face a Test match in Dublin
Scarlets make five changes to their side as they prepare to face Leinster at Dublin's Aviva Stadium in the United Rugby Championship.
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U.S. Military Kills 4 People in Boat Strike in Caribbean
The Pentagon said it blew up a boat in the Caribbean on Wednesday, the 47th such attack since the campaign started in early September.
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'Me, but less weird' - Jones on Red Roses' captaincy
New Red Roses skipper Meg Jones admits she may tone down parts of her character after her promotion to lead the side
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Fcukers: Ö review | Alexis Petridis's album of the week
(Ninja Tune)The duo’s snotty nonchalance may capture the post-Brat zeitgeist, but their true appeal lies in a talent for turning vintage dance influences into pointed modern popThose who suggest th...
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Church leaders criticise Christian owner of GB News over channel’s climate attacks
Exclusive: Paul Marshall also challenged over his own ‘misleading’ statements and £1.8bn of fossil fuel investments in his hedge fundThe co-owner of GB News and “committed” Christian Sir Paul Marsh...
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‘Black music is not a subculture – it is the engine’: Why the Mobo awards matter more than ever, 30 years on
Three decades after launching the awards, founder Kanya King reflects on being ahead of the crowd and why Mobo has always been more than musicFor the audience watching performances by twentysomethi...
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After ‘Sausage Making,’ European Lawmakers Approve U.S. Trade Deal
President Trump and Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission, at the Trump Turnberry golf course in Scotland, where a U.S.-E.U. trade deal was signed last July.
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A ‘pound of flesh’ from data centers: one senator’s answer to AI job losses
Fears of AI-driven job loss are growing fast, and they’re fueling backlash against data centers. Sen. Mark Warner suggests taxing them to help workers survive the transition.
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Senators Demand to Know How Much Energy Data Centers Use
In a letter sent Thursday morning, Elizabeth Warren and Josh Hawley press the Energy Information Agency to mandate annual electricity disclosure for data centers.
wired.com
Venezuela’s Maduro set to again appear in US court: How strong is the case?
March 26 hearing will be second court appearance since Maduro's January 3 abduction by US military.
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'Cannot turn down best clubs in the world' - Rodri comments on Real Madrid links
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has admitted "you cannot turn down the best clubs in the world" when questioned about a potential move to Real Madrid in the future.
skysports.com
Octopus reports sharp rise in solar panel sales since start of Iran war
Firm’s sales up 54% this month and Good Energy reports doubling of interest in solar after latest oil price shockSolar panel sales have risen sharply since the start of the Iran war, according to O...
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Sewage released into England’s rivers and seas nearly 300,000 times last year
Campaigners criticise frequent use of storm overflows when parts of the country were in drought for monthsRaw sewage was discharged into rivers and seas almost 300,000 times last year after the dri...
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Iran to Lebanon: Four million people displaced by US-Israeli war
Three million Iranians and at least a million Lebanese have been forced from their homes because of US-Israeli attacks.
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World Series of Poker returning to ESPN in July
The World Series of Poker is returning to ESPN for the first time since 2021, with coverage of this year's main event from Las Vegas beginning July 2.
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What does the Iran war mean for clean energy transition?
Here’s what to know about how the current crisis could shape the expansion of renewable energyAs the deadly war in Iran triggers what the International Energy Agency has described as the worst oil...
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Mistral releases a new open-source model for speech generation
Mistral's new speech model can run on a smartwatch or a smartphone.
techcrunch.com
How to Buy Ethical and Eco-Friendly Electronics (2026)
Electronic waste, conflict minerals, and poor labor conditions are just a few issues blighting the tech industry. Here’s how to shop more sustainably.
wired.com
Hodgkinson pokes fun at West Ham amid London 2029 Worlds bid
Keely Hodgkinson pokes fun at West Ham by claiming Great Britain will win more medals than the Hammers have ever if the 2029 World Championships are held at London Stadium.
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Germany warns of world economic ‘catastrophe’; OECD cuts UK growth forecast
European powers and bodies warn of economic collapse as the war on Iran nears one-month mark.
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Iranian naval commander Alireza Tangsiri killed in attack, says Israel
Defence Minister claims Israel killed Alireza Tangsiri, citing his role in blocking the Strait of Hormuz.
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William Shakespeare’s Romeo+Juliet review – Baz Luhrmann’s joyful tragedy is still extravagantly full of life
The 1990s love tragedy starring a young Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes is a tonic and a delightThirty years ago, Baz Luhrmann reinvented Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet as a gangbanger love trag...
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Rave Culture: A New Era review – high energy testimonial to the UK’s dance revolution
It could do with more robust political context, but this Spanish-made documentary is still a loving, insightful delve into rave’s lasting influence and lost-weekend logisticsThis Spanish documentar...
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Video: Storms wash away vehicles and flood homes across Middle East
Vehicles were washed away in floods in Oman and homes were flooded in Syria as storms brought floods across the region.
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Oil prices could hit $120 as war risks escalate, analyst warns
“We think oil prices will continue to stay elevated.”
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‘She’s Never Going to Age’: Porn Stars Are Embracing AI Clones to Stay Forever Young
AI companion platforms like OhChat and SinfulX are offering adult creators digital twins, who are always at their peak and stay monetizing.
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UK forecast to face weaker growth and higher inflation from Iran war
The OECD downgrades forecasts for many of the world's biggest economies due to the US-Israel war with Iran.
bbc.com
Which players will seize their chance to impress Tuchel?
England's friendly against Uruguay is an invaluable opportunity for players pushing for a place in Thomas Tuchel's World Cup squad.
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'AI means you can play the game a million times before kick-off'
Could data, powered by AI, help bring about a revolution in football? BBC Sport investigates the technological advances that could change the game.
bbc.com
They Will Kill You review – satanic beat-’em-up offers gore, bad jokes and deja vu
A housekeeping role turns into a fight for survival in a derivative cocktail of action, comedy and horror that doesn’t go down all that well Come find your new home at the Virgil, one of New York’s...
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UK faces biggest hit to growth from Middle East war, OECD warns
Outlook underscores economy’s exposure to conflict through reliance on energy imports
ft.com
US inflation will surge to 4.2% on energy shock, warns OECD
Middle East war to push American price growth to ‘highest in G7’
ft.com
Anduril’s Real War Is With Itself
From drones to missiles to submarines, the $30.5 billion defense startup wants to transform how the tools of war are made. It’s not all going as planned.
wired.com
Israel hinders repair of damaged water infra deepening Gaza’s health crisis
Palestinian engineers struggle to repair Gaza's water system, which has been contaminated, posing a health risk.
aljazeera.com
Starmer tells Travelodge boss to engage with MPs over sexual assault case
PM tells Jo Boydell of concerns about her lack of availability to discuss how staff gave man access to victim’s room• UK politics live – latest updatesKeir Starmer has written to the chief executiv...
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Amid US-Israel war, Iran football team trains in Turkiye before World Cup
Iran will play two friendly matches in Turkiye as they prepare for the FIFA World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico.
aljazeera.com
Formula 1 now 'much more fun' - Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton says the new Formula 1 this year is "much more fun" than any other time in his career.
bbc.com
'A game-changing moment for social media' - what next for big tech after landmark addiction verdict?
The ruling could be the beginning of the end of social media as we know it, writes the BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman.
bbc.com
UK CO2 plant to reopen amid fears Iran war could lead to shortage
Teesside site mothballed in September given £100m by government to restart production for at least three monthsA shuttered carbon dioxide plant on Teesside is to reopen with £100m of government inv...
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Starmer promises to tackle ‘addictive’ social media platforms after peers inflict fresh defeat on government – UK politics live
The government has launched a consultation on banning social media for under-16s but peers voted to move fasterHouse of Lords pushes for Australian-style social media ban for under-16sKeir Starmer...
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IOC bans transgender women from Olympics
Transgender women athletes are now excluded from the Olympics after the IOC agreed to a new eligibility policy on Thursday which aligns with U.S. President Donald Trump's executive order on women's...
espn.com
Doctors waiting on asylum decisions can work in NHS as Home Office lifts ban
Rule change follows high court challenge brought by two doctors prevented from working in specialist fieldsDoctors who have been prevented from working in the NHS while they wait for asylum decisio...
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Arrests of Palestine Action protesters to resume, Met says
The Met says it remains a criminal offence to support the banned group and it "must enforce the law".
bbc.com
Brazil vs France: When and where is the match? Will Mbappe, Vinicius play?
French and Brazilian stars in focus as former title holders meet in a glamour friendly in Boston, US, before World Cup.
aljazeera.com
Saints relish 'finals vibe' at Tottenham Stadium
Northampton Saints will treat playing Saracens at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as if it was a cup final, according to prop Manny Iyogun.
bbc.com
Cuban Patients Are Dying Because of U.S. Blockade, Doctors Say
Cuban health care was once the pride of the island. Now the U.S. oil blockade is upending even basic medical care.
nytimes.com
In Rural Ukraine, Basic Health Care Is a Casualty of War
Elderly people in isolated villages are going without medicine. One woman said she hadn’t seen a doctor in four years.
nytimes.com
New India bill to amend transgender rights sparks protests
The bill seeks to change how transgender people are legally recognised and their right to self-identify.
bbc.com
A Mirrored Monet review – painter reflects on his past in a musical with heart and humour
Charing Cross theatre, London Carmel Owen’s ambitious musical follows the impressionist’s regrets back to his early adventures in art and his first marriageAs its title suggests, this musical about...
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Country star Ty Herndon: ‘The drugs could be forgiven. Being gay definitely could not’
In an honest new memoir, the musician opens up about being closeted in country, sexual assault, and finding love in his 60sOn 14 June 1995, Nashville singer Ty Herndon was riding high with a No 1 s...
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Conway determined to achieve World Cup dream after Scotland recall
Tommy Conway is determined to make the most of his Scotland recall and secure a place in Steve Clarke's World Cup squad.
skysports.com
Venezuela’s Maduro set to appear in US court months after abduction
The Venezuelan leader, who is accused of plotting to traffic cocaine, denies all charges as part of an imperialist plot.
aljazeera.com
Helium hitch: Why US-Israel war on Iran could cause MRI scan delays
Shortage of helium will have ripple effects across medical and other industries.
aljazeera.com
US seeks Hamas ‘political surrender’ in new Gaza plan
Analysts say a new US disarmament proposal exploits the regional war to enforce inequitable plan for Gaza.
aljazeera.com
German minister calls Iran war an ‘economic catastrophe’
Germany’s defence minister, Boris Pistorius, says the economic impact of the war is "absolutely evident".
aljazeera.com
UCLA coach Kelly Inouye-Perez breaking records amid changing landscape
Last month, Inouye-Perez became the winningest coach for the winningest program in softball history.
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Fears net zero is ‘next Brexit’ as oil crisis fuels political climate divide
Rising energy bills give Reform and Tories opening to attack net zero while government hesitant to make case for clean energyCould net zero become “the next Brexit”? That is the fear stalking clima...
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Resistance movement: how a play about penicillin brought the arts, science and politics together
Championed by a former chief medical officer, Lifeline is both a musical following Alexander Fleming’s discovery of the first antibiotic and a warning about the threat of superbugs in the present d...
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New NBA rookie rankings: Has Kon Knueppel already clinched the ROY race?
Where do the NBA's top rookies stack up with a few weeks left in the regular season? We stacked the top 10.
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Iran War Live Updates: Israel Launches New Strikes on Iran
The United States and Iran have struggled to begin negotiations to end the war, after nearly four weeks of fighting. There were more drone and missile attacks on U.S. allies in the Persian Gulf on...
nytimes.com
Weekly sports quiz: How many Premier League Golden Boots has Salah won?
How much attention have you paid to what's happened in the world of sport over the past seven days?
bbc.com
Ranking the 25 best players in the women's Sweet 16
Kymora Johnson from 10-seed Virginia is one of seven new players in our Sweet 16 ranking.
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'It's all or nothing': UCLA veterans ready for final NCAA title run
Lauren Betts and her teammates have unfinished business since falling short at the Final Four a year ago.
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Two teenagers killed in Shiraz, two dead in Abu Dhabi as Iran war expands
Deadly attacks rise as Israel announces strikes on Isfahan and as Trump and Tehran debate ceasefire terms.
aljazeera.com
Ranking coaches and which teams are likely to improve in 2026
Curt Cignetti reset how we view coaching turnarounds while Oklahoma State, with a new coach, has nowhere to go but up.
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Maguire confirms Man Utd contract talks and opens up about Amorim
Harry Maguire has confirmed talks have taken place with Manchester United over a new deal and adds that whether he stays or leaves Old Trafford will be revealed in the next few weeks.
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Scientists discover “overflow valve” in cells linked to Parkinson’s Disease
Researchers have identified a crucial ion channel, TMEM175, that acts like an overflow valve in the cell’s recycling system. It regulates acidity inside lysosomes, ensuring they function properly....
sciencedaily.com
Trump confirms May meeting with Xi Jinping as Iran war forces postponement
Trump's delayed meeting with Xi Jinping will be the first visit to China by a US president since 2017.
bbc.com
'Changing of the guard': Cole Hutson poised to take big role in next wave for the Capitals
When the new era of Caps hockey begins, the young defenseman will be at the forefront.
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What you do in midlife could reveal how long you’ll live
By closely monitoring fish throughout their lives, researchers found that simple behaviors in midlife—like movement and sleep—can predict lifespan. Fish that stayed active and slept mostly at night...
sciencedaily.com
Wolves post largest OT comeback on record
With a game-closing 15-0 run, the Timberwolves came back from 13 points down for a 110-108 victory over the Rockets on Wednesday night.
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Will there be an upset? Northern Ireland look to stun Italy
Ahead of Thursday's World Cup play-off, Italy manager Gennaro Gattuso and Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill give their thoughts on the game.
bbc.com
Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen review – so scary it will send you hysterical
Abandoned babies, pink Barbie shoes and throat-slitting serial killers? This wedding horror from the makers of Stranger Things is so hellish I may never sleep againPersonally, I have always broken...
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‘A toxic punch’: fears Russia’s war is pushing the Black Sea and its dolphins past tipping point
As species vanish and the unique ecosystem radically changes, Ukrainian scientists can only wait until it is safe to properly assess the damageIn the embattled harbours of Odesa, a scientific vesse...
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Permanence by Sophie Mackintosh review – high-concept adultery fable
Unfaithful lovers escape to an uncanny alternate world, in this compelling allegory for infidelity and desireSophie Mackintosh has established a reputation for speculative literary fiction about yo...
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Orwell: 2+2=5 review – documentary portrait doesn’t wholly add up
Raoul Peck’s film about the Nineteen Eighty-Four novelist makes a compelling case for its continuing relevance but could ask more searching questions about its authorRaoul Peck’s documentary about...
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Protect ya neck! Wu-Tang Clan as they’ve never been seen before – in pictures
Eddie Otchere spent 10 years photographing the New York hip-hop stars and other musicians. Here are the highlights of his thrilling new photozine Continue reading...
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Wilson key for Wales, NI aim for big upset while history beckons for ROI
Sky Sports assesses Thursday's 2026 World Cup play-off semi-finals as Wales host Bosnia-Herzegovina, Northern Ireland go to four-time winners Italy and the Republic of Ireland face Czech Republic i...
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Wales targeting more World Cup play-off success to earn history
Four years ago, Wales followed a similar path to the one they are treading now as they qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar via the play-offs.
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US-Israel war on Iran: What’s happening on day 27 of attacks?
The US and Israel’s war on Iran is intensifying, as Trump again claims Iranian leaders want to 'make a deal'.
aljazeera.com
In U-turn, UK police say Palestine Action protesters will be arrested again
London's Met Police had eased arrests following the High Court ruling that the ban on Palestine Action was unlawful.
aljazeera.com
Deepfake X-rays are so real even doctors can’t tell the difference
Deepfake X-rays created by AI are now convincing enough to fool both doctors and AI models. In tests, radiologists had limited success identifying fake images, especially when they didn’t know they...
sciencedaily.com
Deaths and debts: Missiles in Gulf shake millions of South Asian families
Most people killed in Iran's Gulf attacks have been from South Asia. And entire economies back home are on edge.
aljazeera.com
Health, education, tax and more - Has the SNP delivered on its promises at Holyrood?
As parties draw up their election manifestos, has the SNP ticked off the goals it set out in 2021?
bbc.com
TV tonight: Martin Lewis on how the new tax year will affect you
The money-saving expert unpicks the upcoming financial changes. Plus: a grim look inside Britain’s steroid boom. Here’s what to watch this evening9pm, ITV1Martin Lewis has been dishing up savings t...
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NBA owners vote to explore Seattle, Las Vegas expansion bids
All 30 owners voted to explore the two city bids, according to ESPN, with the 2028-29 season the entry point.
aljazeera.com
What to look out for in European World Cup play-offs
The World Cup play-offs start on Thursday with four European spaces up for grabs for this summer's tournament.
bbc.com
How coded wartime forecasts kept intelligence out of enemy hands
During the second world war, farmers received forecasts in code and railway announcers were banned from blaming delays on fog or snowData security is not just a modern issue. The BBC stopped its da...
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‘Give the guy a chance’: Wes Streeting says he does not want Starmer ousted
Exclusive: health secretary says he does not think PM will face challenge after May elections, as public doesn’t want ‘chaos’Wes Streeting has said he does not want Keir Starmer to be challenged as...
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Benn wants Garcia fight in UK stadium next after Prograis
Conor Benn wants an immediate world title shot if he defeats Regis Prograis in their April 11 bout.
skysports.com
Australia's sunscreen regulator wants new rules after recent product scandal
The medicines regulator is proposing stricter rules after more than a dozen products were recalled.
bbc.com
Why transport workers are protesting in the Philippines
BBC News Asia Business Correspondent Suranajana Tewari spoke to people taking to the streets of Manila.
bbc.com
Oil prices rise higher as Iran denies US talks, dimming deescalation hopes
Brent crude tops $104 a barrel as hopes fade for deescalation in US-Israel war on Iran.
aljazeera.com
The Pitt review – ER fans have been waiting for a brilliant show like this
Noah Wyle is back on our screens as a lovable doctor in the punchy, gory and totally addictive series that has taken the US by storm. Believe the hype!It’s here at last. The medical drama that took...
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Parents of Send pupils without EHCPs are least satisfied with schools, survey in England finds
Only 38% of parents without care plans felt teachers in mainstream schools had the tools to deal with special needsParents of children with special needs in England feel alienated from their school...
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The spectre of stagflation
War in Iran threatens to hit growth and confidence, deepen governments’ unpopularity and hurt public finances
ft.com
Lenovo Coupon Codes and Deals: $5,000+ Off
Whether you’re shopping for a ThinkPad, Yoga laptop, or Legion gaming PC, these Lenovo discount codes and promotions can help you save big on your next tech upgrade.
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Hulu Promo Codes & Discounts: 20% Off in March
Students can get a Hulu plan for $1.99 per month. Get more details on this and other great deals below.
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60% HP Discount Codes & Coupons March 2026
Save up to 60%, plus an extra 20% with HP promo codes for laptops, printers, PCs, and more tech.
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Hoping to unseat Collins, Maine Democrats battle it out in an expensive US Senate primary
As June's primary election nears, Democratic Gov. Janet Mills and combat veteran Graham Platner are effectively engaged in a proxy battle between factions in their own party.
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Dem Emily Gregory on flipping Florida House seat that includes Trump's Mar-a-Lago
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with state Representative-elect Emily Gregory who won a special legislative election in Florida's 87th District, home to President Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort.
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Malaysia’s prime minister says Iran talks should end war
Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said any talks with Iran must aim to end the war.
aljazeera.com
What Wales must do to keep World Cup dream alive
As Wales host Bosnia-Herzegovina in a World Cup play-off semi-final, head coach Craig Bellamy explains what his side must do to win.
bbc.com
Chinese Education Influencer’s Sudden Death Prompts Grief, and Reflection
Zhang Xuefeng during a lecture at a university in the central city of Zhengzhou in 2017. He rose to fame for his advice on how to succeed in a hypercompetitive environment.
nytimes.com
Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal in for PSG star Kvaratskhelia
Arsenal are exploring an approach for Paris Saint-Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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Rescuers Work to Save a 32-Foot Humpback Whale Trapped in the Baltic Sea
A photograph released by Sea Shepherd Deutschland showing a stranded humpback whale off the Baltic Sea coast of Timmendorfer Strand near Lübeck, northern Germany, on Tuesday.
nytimes.com
A Hot Start to Spring in the Southwest
Temperatures in several states climbed over 100 degrees Fahrenheit in March 2026, which in some places was the highest March temperature on record.
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FIA tweaks rules for Japan qualifying - what will the impact be?
A rule change introduced for qualifying at the Japanese Grand Prix aimed at reducing the amount of ‘lifting and coasting’ required on a fast lap has been largely welcomed by drivers.
skysports.com
Chris Mason: How will the UK respond to US court ruling on social media?
Will the decision of a Los Angeles jury have an impact on the UK government as it considers potential future regulations on social media, writes the BBC's political editor.
bbc.com
US lawmakers push for pause in data centres until AI safeguards in place
Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez introduce bill to pause AI rollout amid growing backlash to technology.
aljazeera.com
Russia slams second US-Israeli strike at Iran’s Bushehr nuclear reactor
Russia’s foreign ministry has accused the US and Israel of trying to spark a nuclear disaster after a strike at Bushehr.
aljazeera.com
Australia bans visitors from Iran amid war in the Middle East
Australia's Home Affairs Department said decision to ban Iranian visitors amid the war was in the 'national interest'.
aljazeera.com
US jury finds Meta, Google, liable in social media addiction trial
A Los Angeles jury has found Alphabet's Google and Meta liable for $6 million in a landmark social media addiction case.
aljazeera.com
Chip Taylor, Writer of ‘Wild Thing’ and Other Classic Rock Hits, Dies at 86
Chip Taylor in 2003. “I wasn’t sure about ‘Wild Thing’ at first,” Mr. Taylor recalled in an interview in 1999. “On the demo I told the sound engineer to turn off the lights in the studio, and I jus...
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Trump Draws Bipartisan Backlash for Easing Oil Sanctions on Russia and Iran
A tanker carrying Russian oil in Gujarat, India, earlier this month. The Trump administration has defended the lifting of restrictions on Russia and Iran as necessary to prevent further spikes in e...
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Melania Trump shares the spotlight with a robot at an education and technology event
The robot accompanied the first lady to the White House East Room for the final day of a summit she had convened with counterparts from around the world through her Fostering the Future Together gl...
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Scientists found a bug that generates its own heat in freezing cold
Snow flies have an unexpected way of surviving freezing temperatures. They produce antifreeze proteins to block ice formation and can even generate their own heat. Scientists also found that their...
sciencedaily.com
Tehran issues warning to regional neighbour if Iranian island occupied
Iran's parliament speaker issues threat as US administration talks peace while committing more troops to conflict.
aljazeera.com
The rise of China’s hottest new commodity: AI tokens
Chinese AI models made by groups such as DeepSeek and MiniMax have overtaken US rivals in token consumption
ft.com
House of Lords push for Australian-style social media ban for under-16s
Peers, in vote of 266 to 141, reject Keir Starmer’s proposals for public consultation to decide if social media ban should be introduced in UKThe House of Lords has backed an Australian-style socia...
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Scientists open a million-year-old time capsule beneath New Zealand
Deep inside a cave, scientists uncovered fossils from 16 species, including a newfound kākāpō ancestor that may have been able to fly. These remains reveal that New Zealand’s ecosystems were consta...
sciencedaily.com
Mercor competitor Deccan AI raises $25M, sources experts from India
Deccan AI concentrates its workforce in India to manage quality in a fast-growing but fragmented AI training market.
techcrunch.com
Delve did the security compliance on LiteLLM, an AI project hit by malware
LiteLLM offers an AI open source project used by millions that was infected by credential harvesting malware.
techcrunch.com
Teeth ’n’ Smiles review – Self Esteem makes a mesmeric rock star but the drama doesn’t dazzle
Duke of York’s theatre, LondonFifty years since David Hare’s play was first staged, Rebecca Lucy Taylor is inspired casting as a singer who refuses to go out without a bangDavid Hare’s 1975 play Te...
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Ministers consider charging tourists to access UK national museum collections
Government says proposed levy for international tourists is part of initiative to improve arts fundingMinisters are considering charging international tourists to access permanent collections at na...
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England set to charge foreign tourists for entry to major museums
Move would affect British Museum and National Gallery, but could depend on success of government ID card roll-out
ft.com
Iran war live: US demands Tehran accept defeat; Israel pounds Lebanon
Iranian official describes US's 15-point plan as 'maximalist' as state television outlines five conditions for peace.
aljazeera.com
The False Promise of “Flexible Realism”
Trump’s war on Iran reveals a foreign policy without principles.