Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-03-28

Vice President JD Vance tops CPAC’s straw poll to be US president in 2028

Secretary of State Marco Rubio, however, made advances in this year's informal poll about who might succeed Trump.

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Woodland in pole position ahead of Hojgaard heading into Houston Open final round

Gary Woodland will take a one‑shot lead over Nicolai Hojgaard into the final round of the Texas Children's Houston Open after a composed five‑under 65 moved him to 18 under.

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Bluesky leans into AI with Attie, an app for building custom feeds

Bluesky’s new app Attie uses AI to help people build custom feeds the open social networking protocol atproto.

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Key moments in first month of US-Israeli war on Iran

One month after US and Israel launched strikes on Iran, the conflict has escalated across the Middle East.

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Air strikes in Iraq kill three PMF fighters, two police

Iraq turning into 'expanding battleground' in war, which began on February 28 with US-Israeli strikes on Iran.

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Fear and Gibson miss out on medal after penalty

Britain's Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson finish fourth in the ice dance at the World Championships after being given two-point penalty.

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Here’s What Happened in the War in the Middle East on Saturday

Emergency responders at the site of a strike in Eshtaol, Israel on Saturday.

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GB's Gibson & Fear miss out on medal after deductions

GB's Lewis Gibson and Lilah Fear miss out on a second world medal by less than a fifth of a point after having two points deducted for an "illegal element".

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Reza Pahlavi pledges to ‘make Iran great again’ at 2026 CPAC conference

Iranian opposition leader calls on Trump administration to 'stay the course' as the US and Israel wage war on Iran.

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Watch: Iconic global landmarks turn off lights for Earth Hour

France's Eiffel Tower and Barcelona's Sagrada Família Basilica were among the famous global landmarks that went dark for an hour on Saturday night.

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Badenoch criticised for ‘peddling dangerous fantasy’ about North Sea oil drilling

Conservative leader expected to call for government to lift suspension on licences in drive to reduce energy pricesKemi Badenoch is “peddling a dangerous fantasy” about North Sea energy in her atte...

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Pakistan secures Iran deal to send 20 ships through Strait of Hormuz

Islamabad's diplomatic push bears fruit as the world watches for signs of a broader breakthrough.

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Sabalenka beats Gauff to complete 'Sunshine Double'

World number one Aryna Sabalenka follows her success at Indian Wells by retaining her Miami Open title, beating Coco Gauff in the final.

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Henry C. Lee Dies at 87; Forensic Scientist Testified in Defense of O.J. Simpson

Henry C. Lee in 2011 at the University of New Haven in Connecticut, where he was a professor for more than 50 years. He had many high-profile cases, but none drew more attention than the 1995 murde...

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'Scotland's Hampden warriors return to reserved selves'

Scotland were too flat and timid in defeat by Japan as the clock ticks towards their World Cup return, writes Tom English.

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Americans take to streets in ‘No Kings’ day protests against Trump

Latest series of marches comes against backdrop of president’s unpopular war in Iran

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Support for JD Vance slips in straw poll of Republican candidates in 2028

US vice-president still favourite to succeed Donald Trump but secretary of state Marco Rubio is gaining ground

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Kuwait airport hit by Iranian drone strikes

Thick, black smoke rose from Kuwait International Airport Saturday after suspected Iranian drone strikes caused damage.

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Could Ukraine’s drone expertise serve Gulf countries?

Gulf nations seek new defence partnerships as Iran war escalates.

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Stanford study outlines dangers of asking AI chatbots for personal advice

While there’s been plenty of debate about AI sycophancy, a new study by Stanford computer scientists attempts to measure how harmful that tendency might be.

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Tuchel names four centre-backs ahead of Maguire in pecking order

England boss Thomas Tuchel has appeared to deliver a big blow to Harry Maguire's World Cup chances by insisting he is still at least the fifth-choice centre-back.

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Airstrikes batter a university and residential zones in Tehran.

A Red Crescent Society worker at an auto service center targeted by U.S.-Israeli airstrikes in Tehran on Saturday.

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Dr. Judith L. Rapoport, Pioneer in Understanding O.C.D., Dies at 92

Her best-selling 1989 book, “The Boy Who Couldn’t Stop Washing,” based on her groundbreaking research, brought public awareness to obsessive-compulsive disorder.

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‘No Kings’ Protests Decry Trump and His Agenda

Thousands of organized demonstrations stretched across the country. Minnesota was a focal point of the protests after a tumultuous immigration crackdown.

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‘No Kings’ Protests Decry Trump and His Agenda

Thousands of organized demonstrations stretched across the country. Minnesota was a focal point of the protests after a tumultuous immigration crackdown.

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Palestine Action supporters arrested as London’s Met Police reverse policy

Arrests come days after force announced U-turn, saying that despite High Court ruling, 'terror' ban remains in place.

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James Tolkan, a Tough-Talking Actor in ‘Back to the Future’ and ‘Top Gun,’ Dies at 94

James Tolkan in 2019. Following his roles in blockbusters in the 1980s, he remained a prolific character actor in film and television.

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In Dubai, a famed horse race goes on, despite the war.

The start of a race at Meydan Racecourse in Dubai, on Saturday.

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GB's Kerr to target mile world record in London

Great Britain's Josh Kerr says the world mile record is "a career goal" and "it's time to bring the record home" at the London Diamond League meeting in July.

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Scotland's World Cup build-up begins with narrow Japan loss

Watch the best of the action from Hampden as Junya Ito's 84th-minute strike consigns Scotland to defeat in their first World Cup warm-up friendly.

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Potential Houthi threat to Red Sea shipping could further damage global economy

The Iran-backed group could bring a second crucial waterway to a standstill, writes Sebastian Usher.

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USMNT handed reality check by Doku, Belgium ahead of World Cup

Belgium provided a sobering assessment of where the USMNT currently stands, doling out a heavy 5-2 defeat that will leave Mauricio Pochettino with plenty to ponder.

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We’ve been coming to this waterhole for 30 years. Like the creek we’ve been rearranged – ravaged by time but still shining | Jessie Cole

When we strip off, it is all there on our bodies: scars mixed in with the ordinary wear and tear. It’s bolstering – this evidence of life livedMost waterholes in the northern rivers of New South Wa...

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Kerr ready to attempt world mile record this year

Great Britain's 1500m Olympic silver medallist Josh Kerr says he is ready to attempt to beat the world mile record this year at the London Diamond League event in July.

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No Kings protests across the US rally against Donald Trump

The demonstrations against the Trump administration are set to sweep cities across the US on Saturday.

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Scotland beaten by Japan at home in friendly

Junya Ito's late goal gave Japan a 1-0 win over Scotland in Steve Clarke's side's first 2026 World Cup warm-up game.

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Ukraine Finalizes Air Defense Deals With Gulf Nations Amid War in Mideast

In a photo released by the Ukrainian Presidential Press Service, President Volodymyr Zelensky, in black, and Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani of Qatar, center left, walk together during their m...

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Man in Paris Accused of Attempted Attack on Bank of America

Police officials outside Bank of America site in Paris on Saturday.

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Hundreds of thousands march through London in stand against the far right

Crowds gather in London for what organisers say is the largest anti-far-right march in British history.

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Doncic hit with 1-game suspension for 16th tech

Lakers star Luka Doncic will be suspended for Monday's game against the Wizards after receiving his 16th technical foul on Friday.

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Magnitude wins Dubai World Cup after Calandagan and Ombudsman triumph

Steve Asmussen's Magnitude won the 30th Dubai World Cup to give the trainer a second win in the race after Curlin's success in 2008.

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Israeli Strike Kills 3 Journalists in Southern Lebanon, Officials Say

A police officer checks a charred car in the town of Jezzine in southern Lebanon on Saturday, after an Israeli strike that killed three Lebanese journalists.

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Iran-backed Houthis join war with attack against Israel

There are fears the Iranian proxy may attack shipping in the Red Sea, adding to global economic woes.

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Photos: ‘No Kings’ protests erupt across the US, with a Minnesota focus

Saturday's rallies mark the third round of 'No Kings' protests since President Trump took office for a second term.

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Bucks eliminated from playoffs with blowout loss

The Bucks were officially eliminated from playoff contention with a blowout loss to the Spurs, ending the second-longest active playoff streak.

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As war rages, Iranian politicians push for exit from nuclear weapons treaty

While US-Israeli attacks hit key infrastructure, hardliners demand withdrawal from Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.

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Three Lebanese journalists killed in Israeli strike, say broadcasters

The Israeli military confirms it killed Ali Shoeib from the Hezbollah-affiliated Al Manar TV.

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USMNT routed by Belgium in blow to WCup prep

The USMNT suffered a setback in its preparations for the World Cup as Belgium ran rampant in the second half to emerge emphatic 5-2 winners at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday.

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Ilia Malinin leaves Milan Cortina Olympics behind with world championship

After a disappointing performance in the 2026 Winter Olympics, Ilia Malinin looked every bit the best men's figure skater alive at the world championships in Prague.

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Ethics committee finds Florida Democratic representative guilty of violations

The House Ethics Committee found Rep. Shelia Cherfilus-McCormick guilty of ethics violations after a rare public hearing on allegations of financial crimes.

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UK and Singapore press ahead with digital deal as WTO remains deadlocked

Ministers are struggling to thrash out reforms at the global body that has been buffeted by Trump’s tariffs

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Reform UK’s ‘pro-family’ policies are an exclusionary sham, minister says

Olivia Bailey says she wants Sure Start-style hubs that will be rolled out in England on Monday to be inclusive for allReform UK’s “pro-family” policies are a sham and exclude non-traditional famil...

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Thousands march against far right in London in biggest ever multicultural protest

More than 100 charities, campaign groups and trade unions marched in a show of unity against far right politicsTogether Alliance march – live updatesTens of thousands of people have gathered in Lon...

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Malinin wins third straight world figure skating title

American figure skater Ilia Malinin finds redemption after his shock Winter Olympics loss by winning his third straight world title.

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'Give him a gold medal!' | Salt dives for a sensational catch in the IPL

Phil Salt dives for a sensational catch in the IPL for Royal Challengers Bengaluru against the Sunrisers Hyderabad.

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Three journalists killed in Israeli strike on marked press car in Lebanon

Lebanon's president condemns 'blatant crime', as Israeli strikes kill more journalists.

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One month in, disapproval high but US lawmakers take no action on Iran war

Republicans and Democrats remain entrenched despite public polling showing dismay over war, petrol prices.

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Britain's Muir wins historic World Cup ski titles

Kirsty Muir becomes the first British woman to win both the slopestyle and overall World Cup titles by finishing second in the season finale in Switzerland.

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Denver sets NWSL attendance record at Mile High

Denver Summit set the NWSL attendance record in their inaugural home game, brining in a crowd of 63,004 against the Washington Spirit.

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Bank of America to pay out $72.5m over Epstein lawsuit

The settlement comes after a lawsuit accused the bank of facilitating Epstein's sex trafficking operation

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Twenty-two migrants die off Greek coast after six days at sea

Poor weather and a lack of food and water contributed to the deaths, the Greek coastguard says.

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Early tries help Tigers beat Gloucester

Leicester's early four-try burst lays the foundations for a fourth successive Prem victory as they overcome Gloucester at Villa Park.

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Semenya shapes up for new battle with International Olympic Committee

For Caster Semenya, the new Olympics rules are not about providing clarity and protecting women's sport but caving into political pressure, and discriminatory.

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Morocco claims AFCON case closed, despite Senegal appeals to CAF and CAS

Morocco believe their successful appeal against their 1-0 defeat by Senegal means the case of the AFCON crown is closed.

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Geno takes aim at NCAA tournament setup, prep

UConn women's basketball coach Geno Auriemma has questions about the NCAA's decisions on its tournament and seeks more input for coaches and players into tournament matters.

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The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) review – this brevity is the soul of wit

Bristol Old VicThe Reduced Shakespeare Company returns with a frantic mix of pratfalls, audience participation and lightning-flash characterisationsA classical actor who appeared in a recent produc...

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At least 22 migrants die off Greece after 6 days at sea

Survivors tell authorities the bodies of those who died were thrown overboard by people smugglers.

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Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff meet in Miami Open final

Sabalenka seeks tennis's 'Sunshine Double', while Florida's own Gauff has reached the final for the first time.

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Iran warns neighbours not to let ‘enemies run the war’ from their land

President Pezeshkian's warning is the latest by Tehran to neighbours not to allow their territory to be used in the war.

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Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular arrested on battery charge in Florida

Peters is accused of instigating a fight between two women and then posting a video of it on social media, authorities told the BBC.

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World indoor champion Hunter Bell beaten in Melbourne

Great Britain's Georgia Hunter Bell is beaten in the 1500m in Melbourne in her first race since she was crowned women's world indoor champion.

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What will power the grid in 2035? The race is wide open

Fusion, fission, and even natural gas are appeared tied in the race to deliver new power to the grid in the early 2030s.

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Let’s take a look at the retro tech making a comeback

Boomboxes, instant cameras, and even landlines are making a comeback. Here are the coolest retro-inspired devices available.

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LeBron to LeBron Jr.: James duo makes history as first father-son teammates to record assist to each other

The father-son duo etched their names in the history books after the elder James found his son for a 3-pointer.

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'Beautiful finish!' | Holland finds top corner after rapid counter to make it 3-0 in derby

Holland finds the top corner after a rapid counter-attack to make it 3-0 before half-time in the Merseyside derby.

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Pakistan Set to Host Top Regional Diplomats for Talks on Iran War

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan at the United Nations last year. The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt are set to meet with him and other Pakistani officials to discuss...

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Iran footballers pay tribute to victims of school strike at start of war

The Iran national team played for the first time since the Middle East conflict began, losing 2-1 to Nigeria.

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Former US defence chief says more war won’t bring peace to Middle East

Leon Panetta, former US Secretary of Defence, says that there is no clear end to the war in Iran.

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After Olympic pain, Malinin wins third world title

Six weeks after a disastrous skate knocked Olympic gold medal favorite Ilia Malinin off the podium, the "Quad God" reeled off one huge jump after another, and a backflip for good measure, to retain...

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Mary Rand - the trailblazing Olympic champion who captured Mick Jagger's eye

Mary Rand, the first British woman to win athletics gold at the Olympics, was described as "Marilyn Monroe on spikes".

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What now for Woods after latest arrest?

BBC golf correspondent Iain Carter assesses where Tiger Woods' latest arrest leaves his legacy.

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Protests in Yemen against US-Israeli attacks as Houthis warn of action

Protesters in Yemen took to the streets to voice support for Iran, Palestine, and Lebanon amid US and Israeli attacks.

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How the US and Israel are making the Islamic republic stronger

The war is feeding into a theological narrative of martyrdom and sacrifice that is helping maintain the Islamic Republic

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Russian strikes on Ukraine cities kill 4 as deal to end war dims

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio voices openness to diverting weapons to Kyiv to support the US attack on Iran.

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The Best Pixel 10 Cases and Accessories (2026): We’ve Tested Dozens

Slap a case on your shiny new Pixel, whether you have the Pixel 10a, Pixel 10, or Pixel 10 Pro XL. We also have recommendations for Qi2 chargers and other accessories.

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Your Vape Wants to Know How Old You Are

Companies hope that biometric age-verification tech in cartridges could put flavored vapes back in business. But it's unlikely to solve the real problems.

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Houthi missile attack signals a ‘serious’ escalation in Iran war

Rebels’ participation puts vital maritime routes at greater risk

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The war on Iran faces a MAGA backlash

A deep split in the MAGA movement threatens Trump’s Iran war.

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Stokes to miss first month of season due to cheek injury

England Test captain Ben Stokes is poised to miss the first month of the County Championship season with Durham as he continues to recover from facial surgery.

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Hundreds of thousands of people expected at London march against the far right – live

Together Alliance march begins in central London at midday; a separate event organised by the Palestine Coalition is also taking placeGood morning. Hundreds of thousands of people are to turn out i...

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Samsung Frame Pro Review: A Good TV for a Pretty Living Room

This is the first truly impressive art TV I’ve seen.

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Nepal’s ex-PM Oli detained over alleged role in deadly protest crackdown

New home minister says arrest of former leader is the 'beginning of justice'.

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Best 360 Cameras (2026): DJI, Insta360, GoPro

It’s a small world after all, and these cameras can capture all of it at once, giving you a 360-degree view.

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Sakamoto ends career with fourth world gold

Japan's Kaori Sakamoto says she "can say goodbye with this performance" after winning world gold in her final competition.

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Tiger Woods released on bail hours after arrest on suspicion of DUI

US golfer arrested in relation to rollover crash in Florida that did not ⁠cause any significant injuries.

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Castro Heirs Emerge Across Cuba’s Political Scene Amid Energy Crisis and Trump Threats

Honoring Fidel Castro in Santiago de Cuba after his death in 2016.

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‘A full-circle moment’: why Stephen Colbert is an enticing fit for Lord of the Rings

The Late Show host is co-writing a new JRR Tolkien adaptation to be produced by Peter JacksonTypically, when a famous comedian ventures into writing, it’s in service of a book of humorous essays or...

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US House passes bill funding Homeland Security amid shutdown

US House of Representatives passed a temporary bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security.

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US-Israel war on Iran: What’s happening on day 29 of attacks?

Tensions continue to rise with Iran warning a 'heavy price' will be paid after Israeli air attacks.

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'Big respect' for Coleman as World Cup dream dies

Republic of Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson says he has "big respect" for how veteran defender Seamus Coleman has "given everything" to his country's cause.

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Iran War Live Updates: Iranian Strike on Saudi Base Injures 12 U.S. Troops, Officials Say

The attack was one of the most serious breaches of American defenses since the war began on Feb. 28. Israel and Iran launched new strikes at each other on Saturday.

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Tommy Fury to return to ring against former World's Strongest Man

Tommy Fury will make his boxing return against former World's Strongest Man Eddie Hall in Manchester on June 13.

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This new carbon material could make carbon capture far more affordable

Scientists have created a new kind of carbon material that could make carbon capture much cheaper and more efficient. By carefully controlling how nitrogen atoms are arranged, they found certain st...

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Sinner closing in on 'Sunshine' Double after reaching Miami final

Jannik Sinner is one win away from becoming the first man since Roger Federer in 2017 to complete tennis' 'Sunshine Double' after a straight-sets victory over Alexander Zverev took the Italian into...

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Ranking Member of House Armed Services Committee David Smith discusses the war on Iran

NPR's Scott Simon talks with House Armed Service Committee ranking member Adam Smith, D-Wash., about the war on Iran, now a month old, and DHS funding.

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Week in Politics: The Iran war; high gas prices; Trump's approval ratings

The Iran war and high gas prices are weighing down President Trump's approval ratings.

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What we know: Woods charged with driving under the influence after car crash

Here's what we know about the incident involving Tiger Woods who has been released on bail after being charged with driving under the influence following his involvement in a car crash in Florida.

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Yemen’s Houthis claim responsibility for a missile attack on Israel

Rebels say they fired a barrage of ballistic missiles targeting 'sensitive Israeli military sites' in southern Israel.

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After 20 years, scientists finally explain the Crab Pulsar’s strange “zebra stripes”

For decades, astronomers have been puzzled by strange “zebra stripe” patterns in radio waves from the Crab Pulsar — bright bands separated by complete darkness. Now, new research suggests the answe...

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Diaz thrills L.A. with trumpet entrance, 1st save

Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz said it was "pretty fun" hearing his entrance music at Dodger Stadium for the first time before he locked down his first save with his new team in Friday night's 5-4 win o...

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Popular sugar substitute linked to brain damage and stroke risk

A widely used sugar substitute found in everything from keto snacks to diet drinks may not be as harmless as it seems. New research shows that erythritol can disrupt brain blood vessel cells, reduc...

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I thought I’d been coping with my sister’s death – a Taylor Swift song showed me I hadn’t

As I sat in a park during the pandemic, listening to the Evermore album on my headphones, one song finally released the grief that I’d pent up for five yearsWhen the pandemic hit in 2020, it had be...

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‘We’re quietly chirpy’: some Tories glimpse ray of hope, but others see abyss at May elections

Reform’s lead waning, Labour struggling and Badenoch doing well at PMQs all boost mood but is disaster inevitable?“The Conservative party is coming back,” Kemi Badenoch declared at her party’s loca...

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Portobello: how can this TV show about the mafia and a mind-controlled parrot be so wildly dull?

This HBO series about Italy’s top TV host (and his feathered friend) getting embroiled with the mob sounds genius … and yet it’s troublingly tediousHad a little wager with myself this week, regardi...

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‘The start of the healing process’: the vital work to restore Britain’s peatlands

A project on Dartmoor to reprofile the landscape aims to return the springy bog – and carbon store – to its natural conditionAt one of the most remote spots in southern England, Al West skilfully t...

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Sinner beats Zverev again to reach Miami final

World number two Jannik Sinner reaches a fourth Miami Open final thanks to a straight-sets win over Alexander Zverev.

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US Secretary of State says war could conclude in ‘weeks, not months’

US secretary of state Marco Rubio told reporters that the US is seeking to conclude the war in a matter of weeks.

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Doncic facing one-game ban after technical foul in Lakers win against Nets

Luka Doncic's 41 points against Nets was soured by his 16th technical foul of the season, resulting in a one-game ban.

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White is hero and villain on England return, Germany’s Wirtz destroys Swiss

Uruguay hold England at Wembley, Germany defeat Switzerland, and Netherlands beat Norway in pre-World Cup friendlies.

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The Pitt to Two Prosecutors: the week in rave reviews

John Wells’ stellar medical drama arrives on this side of the pond, while Sergei Loznitsa’s haunting film is a terrifying tale of bureaucratic evil. Here’s the pick of the week’s culture, taken fro...

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Gaza peace doubts deepen as attention shifts to Iran

With the world focused on the Iran war, there is increasing uncertainty about what happens next for Gaza.

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Pop maverick Robyn on sleaze, snobbery and dating during IVF: ‘When there isn’t as much at stake, sex becomes more fun’

The Swedish musician decided to pursue motherhood alone, and found it came with a surprising sexual awakening – a story she lays out on her new album, her first in eight yearsRobyn sits silently, e...

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Today on Sky Sports Racing: Lincoln and Dubai World Cup headline stellar Saturday

The Flat is well and truly back! The Lincoln Handicap tops the domestic billing as the turf season gets underway on the level, before Forever Young goes for Dubai World Cup glory.

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Transfer rumors, news: Salah eyes Roma after Liverpool exit

Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah is considering a return to Roma when he moves on in the summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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How Pakistan put itself in the middle of US-Iran peace talks

Islamabad seeks to capitalise on warming ties with both Trump and Tehran but has much to lose if efforts fail

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A ‘victim’ and a ‘dinosaur’: three days of Crispin Odey testimony

Financier’s cross-examination this week has been culmination of his legal challenge against regulatory ban and fine

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No BS: using corporate jargon is really giving you away

A new study suggests that buying into the blather reveals a credulous worker

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Social media is populist and polarising; AI may be the opposite

Large language models elevate expert consensus and moderate views, in sharp contrast to social platforms

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Meta Quest Promo Codes: $50 Off | March 2026

Experience cutting-edge VR and save up to 20% with coupons for the latest games, Meta Quest 3, Ray-Ban AI glasses, and more deals.

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Trump wants a deadlocked Congress to move on AI. Frustrated states say they already have

State lawmakers have been stepping in to regulate artificial intelligence, clashing with the federal government's inaction as concerns about oversight and safety grow.

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Israel’s unending attacks in Lebanon push country’s population to the brink

Four weeks into the US-Israeli war on Iran, many in Lebanon are suffering under yet another Israeli aggression.

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Uproar in Bahrain after detainee dies in police custody

Rights groups in Bahrain say a 32-year-old man, arrested for opposing the war on Iran, was killed in police custody.

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Scientists discover why your appetite suddenly disappears when you’re sick

Scientists have uncovered how your body actually tells your brain to stop eating when you’re sick. In a new study, researchers found that specialized cells in the gut detect parasites and send sign...

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Iranian strike wounds US troops at air base in Saudi Arabia

Marco Rubio says war to last another 2-4 weeks as oil benchmark closes at highest price since 2022

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How the US-Israel war on Iran unfolded in its first four weeks

Al Jazeera revisits major military, political and economic developments that took place in first month of the conflict.

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Nepal's ex-PM arrested over fatal protest crackdown

More than 70 people were killed during an uprising last year which ousted Oli's government.

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Whoop has LeBron – now it wants your mom

Whoop founder Will Ahmed has spent 14 years building a health wearable beloved by elite athletes, and is now racing Oura — and the FDA, and the limits of consumer medicine — to turn it into somethi...

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Intense bombing in Tehran, Isfahan

Black smoke is rising over Tehran and Isfahan after early morning US-Israeli airstrikes on the cities.

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Noah Wyle is back in A&E with new drama The Pitt: 'I hope people watch with empathy'

The former ER star is back playing a physician with PTSD in a new US medical drama.

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Tiger Woods arrested for suspected DUI after rolling his car

Police are charging professional golfer Tiger Woods with driving under the influence for a second time.

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Sinner reaches Miami Open final after overcoming Zverev challenge

Highlights of the Miami Open semi-final between Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev.

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'The gravest crime against humanity': What does the UN vote on slavery mean?

African and Caribbean nations want countries which benefited from slavery to pay compensation but it will not be straightforward.

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'We're having a moment' - fear and denial in Silicon Valley over social media addiction trial

The landmark decision in an LA court may go beyond immediate impacts on defendants Meta and YouTube.

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Iran war splits older and younger conservatives - as pressure builds for Trump to find exit ramp

More than a thousand miles from Washington, the conflict was a dominant topic of conversation at CPAC.

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Trump says US-Israeli war on Iran creating a new Middle East

Donald Trump told a Saudi investment conference that the Middle East will soon be free from Iranian “nuclear blackmail.”

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Here’s What Happened in the War in the Middle East on Friday

Israel on Friday launched airstrikes on Dahiya, an area on the outskirts of Lebanon’s capital that is a Hezbollah stronghold.

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Maldives tells UK it does not recognise Chagos Islands deal

The Maldives is threatening international legal action to press its claim for control of the Chagos Islands.

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Iran war live: Trump again slams NATO’s lack of support for war on Tehran

Iranian Red Crescent says more than 92,600 civilian units were damaged across the country in US-Israeli attacks.

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