Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-04-11

'Optimal performance' - Haye & Lewis react to Fury win

Ex-world heavyweight champion David Haye describes Tyson Fury's win over Arslanbek Makhmudov in his comeback fight as an "optimal performance".

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Young moves into joint lead after super third round at Augusta

Cameron Young moves into the joint lead of the of the Masters with Rory McIlroy after a super round of seven-under on day three at Augusta.

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Iran war lands 'triple blow' to flood-ravaged Sri Lankans

The Iran war could not have come at a worse time for Sri Lanka, reeling from devastating floods and an economic crisis.

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McIlroy loses lead after disaster at Amen Corner!

Rory McIlroy made a double-bogey at hole 11 and followed it up with a bogey at 12 during his third round of The Masters.

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Kent trail to Northants as Crawley continues to struggle

Zak Crawley made his third successive sub-30 County Championship score for Kent after Northamptonshire ran up a record 684 for two declared at Canterbury.

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Bayern interest in Newcastle's Gordon - Sunday's gossip

Bayern Munich express interest in Anthony Gordon, Manchester United hope to beat their rivals to Elliot Anderson, Liverpool consider Brighton's Yankuba Minteh, plus more.

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Papers: Rogers sale could yield a world record sell-on fee for Boro

The top stories and transfer rumours from Sunday's newspapers...

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Scotland hold out to claim hard-fought win over Wales

Scotland begin a new era under Sione Fukofuka with a narrow victory over Wales in the opening round of the Women's Six Nations.

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Kalshi wins temporary pause in Arizona criminal case

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission announced Friday that it has won a temporary restraining order preventing Arizona from pursuing its criminal case against Kalshi.

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Prosecutor probes abuse claims against California governor candidate Swalwell

The high-profile Democrat, a leading contender in California's governor race, has firmly denied the accusations.

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Bloodied Benn cruises to points win over Prograis

Conor Benn continued his march towards a world title shot with a points victory over a faded Regis Prograis at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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Dragons beat Zebre to set up Montpellier semi-final

Dragons reach a European Challenge Cup semi-final for the first time in 10 years by defeating Zebre 35-32 in the quarter-final in Parma.

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Pope Leo urges world leaders to reject war and negotiate peace

Pope Leo XIV on Saturday called on world leaders to reject war as a means of settling their differences, urging peace.

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Iraqi parliament elects new president

Iraq’s parliament has elected Kurdish politician Nizar Amedi as president after months of political deadlock.

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Has Israeli society become conditioned to permament war?

Opinion polls indicate opposition to ending war against Iran.

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Andreeva books spot in Linz final against Potapova

Mirra Andreeva advanced to her second WTA Tour final of the year on Saturday after beating Elena-Gabriela Ruse 6-4, 6-1 in the last four of the Linz Open. 

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Israeli strikes kill at least 18 people across southern Lebanon

Lebanon's Health Ministry says more than 2,000 people have been killed in Israeli attacks since March 2.

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Iran’s deputy FM says Tehran has ‘upper hand’ in talks with US

Iran’s Gharibabadi says Tehran has entered negotiations from a position of strength and the war on Iran has failed.

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Pakistan sends fighter jets to Saudi Arabia amid fragile US-Iran ceasefire

Deployment under mutual defence pact comes as Islamabad hosts US-Iran ceasefire talks.

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David Sklansky, ‘Mathematician’ of High-Stakes Poker, Dies at 78

As “the first nerd to enter poker,” he helped transform a game long ruled by intuition into one based on game theory, probability and logic.

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US appeals court extends deadline to halt White House ballroom construction

Judges, however, raise questions about Trump arguments that completing the ballroom is necessary for national security.

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Alcaraz to face Sinner in the Monte-Carlo final after beating Vacherot

Highlights of the Monte Carlo Masters match between Carlos Alcaraz and Valentin Vacherot

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Warrington secure semi-final spot by beating Leigh

Warrington Wolves come from behind to beat Leigh Leopards and secure their place in the Challenge Cup semi-final.

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Leinster book home semi-final with big win over Sale

Leinster shook off a lacklustre first half to comfortably beat Sale Sharks and book a home Champions Cup semi-final against Toulon.

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Germany's far-right AfD adopts 'radical' manifesto ahead of key polls

The far-right party is riding high in the opinion polls in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt.

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Israeli settlers kill Palestinian during raid on occupied West Bank village

The raid comes just days after Israel approved 34 new illegal settlements in the West Bank.

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Scheffler fires Masters career-low 65, back in mix

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler shot a 7-under 65 -- his career-best round at Augusta National -- to climb back into contention entering the final round of the Masters.

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England begin Six Nations title defence with victory over Ireland

England begin their Women's Six Nations title defence with a 33-12 victory over Ireland in front of a record crowd at the Allianz Stadium.

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'The older I get, the more I enjoy it' - Mullins etches name in Aintree folklore

It is a Grand National to savour for Irish trainer Willie Mullins as he celebrates his third consecutive victory in the race at Aintree - equalling the record set by legendary trainer Vincent O'Brien.

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Benn grinds out unanimous decision victory over Prograis

Conor Benn defeated former world champion Regis Prograis on the undercard of Tyson Fury’s comeback bout at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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England far from perfect but Red Roses machine marches on

England star Ellie Kildunne says a record Women's Six Nations crowd of 77,120 at Allianz Stadium against Ireland is now becoming "the norm".

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Scotland celebrate hard-fought victory over Wales

Scotland begin a new era under Sione Fukofuka with a 24-19 victory over Wales in Cardiff in the opening round of the Women's Six Nations.

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Gaza families mourn loved ones killed in overnight Israeli air strikes

Families gather over bodies outside a Gaza hospital after overnight Israeli air strikes killed seven people.

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'Not perfect' - England's Jones and Bern eye improvement despite win

Megan Jones and Sarah Bern admitted England have work to do despite the world champions starting their Women's Six Nations campaign with a convincing 33-12 win over Ireland.

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Ceasefire brings some relief for Iranians but economic outlook remains grim

Activity picks up in Tehran's Grand Bazaar compared with before the ceasefire, but vendors say sales remain slow.

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Glasgow's Champions Cup dream ends in quarter-final defeat to Toulon

Glasgow Warriors' dream of reaching their first-ever Investec Champions Cup semi-final ended in disappointment as they were beaten 22-19 by RC Toulon at Scotstoun.

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Iraq parliament elects Kurdish politician Nizar Amedi as president

New president pledges 'Iraq First' after securing 227 votes, ending five months of political deadlock.

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Alcaraz faces Sinner in Monte Carlo final

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz will face Jannik Sinner in the final of the Monte Carlo Masters, with the winner taking the world number one spot.

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Sam Altman responds to ‘incendiary’ New Yorker article after attack on his home

The OpenAI CEO's new blog post responds to both an apparent attack on his home and an in-depth New Yorker profile raising questions about his trustworthiness.

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Everton snatch late point from Brentford despite record-breaking Thiago

Igor Thiago made history by scoring his 21st goal of the Premier League season but it wasn't enough as Everton snatched a stoppage-time point from Brentford.

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Memorable 1: Lowry gets 2nd career Masters ace

Shane Lowry became the first golfer to record multiple holes-in-one in his Masters career on Saturday.

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Pearl Fryar, a Picasso of Plants, Dies at 86

Mr. Fryar in 2005. He began landscaping his yard more than four decades ago in an effort to win an award from the local garden club.

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'She kicked me in the head' - Moloney-MacDonald's on facing each other for the first time

Married couple Claudia Moloney-MacDonald and Cliodhna Moloney-MacDonald react to facing each other for the first time as England beat Ireland 33-12 in the Women's Six Nations in front of a record c...

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Russia-Ukraine Orthodox Easter ceasefire begins

Both sides have agreed to observe the temporary truce, as US-led diplomatic efforts to end the war continue to stall.

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Machete-wielding man shot by police in New York City Grand Central station

Three elderly victims were wounded at the transit hub, and the alleged attacker is in critical condition, police said.

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May agrees to new deal, Michigan AD Manuel says

Michigan coach Dusty May has agreed to a new deal that will have him continuing to lead the Wolverines "for many years to come," athletic director Warde Manuel said Saturday.

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Bayern Munich smashes Bundesliga goal record

Bayern Munich have set a new Bundesliga record with their 102nd league goal of the season against St. Pauli on Saturday.

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England beat Ireland in front of record Women's Six Nations crowd

England open title defence with comfortable win over Ireland in front of a record Women's Six Nations crowd of 77,120 at Allianz Stadium.

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Peru holds presidential election amid a decade of political tumult

In the span of a decade, Peru has seen nine presidents come and go. How has that affected this year's presidential race?

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Longhorns land Buffs freshman transfer Johnson

Colorado freshman transfer Isaiah Johnson, one of the best guards in the portal, has committed to Texas. He averaged 16.9 points and 3.0 assists this season.

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US and Iran begin highest-level talks in five decades

Delegations will discuss ending a war that has spread across the Gulf and stoked a global energy crisis

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Police begin arrests at UK protest against Palestine Action ban

Hundreds of people gather in Trafalgar Square for demonstration, as elderly woman with cane is escorted away by police.

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La NASA da la bienvenida a la Tierra a los exploradores lunares de Artemis II, quienes batieron récords

Los primeros astronautas en viajar a la Luna en más de medio siglo han regresado a la Tierra tras una misión que ha establecido nuevos récords a bordo del vuelo de prueba Artemis II de la NASA...

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Sinner makes Monte-Carlo Masters final where he could face Alcaraz with No 1 on line

Jannik Sinner cruised into his maiden Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters final, where he could face old foe and defending champion Carlos Alcaraz for the first time in 2026 on Sunday.

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Nearly 400 sentenced in Nigeria for links to militant Islamists

Judges handed down sentences ranging from five years to life imprisonment following mass trials.

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US-Iran ceasefire: Can pressure, incentives, and risks deliver a final deal

Can US‑Iran ceasefire hold for talks? Vance team, midterm politics, energy risks, Tehran seeks relief.

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Lebanon mourns security forces killed in Israeli strike

Lebanon held funeral ceremonies for 13 members of the country’s State Security agency killed in an Israeli strike.

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Nvidia-backed SiFive hits $3.65 billion valuation for open AI chips

The deal is interesting for a number of reasons, including that SiFive's chip designs are based on RISC-V, not x86 or ARM.

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Ipswich win at Norwich for first time in 20 years to retake second

Ipswich gave their hopes of automatic promotion from the Championship a massive boost by recording a hard-fought 2-0 win over Norwich at Carrow Road.

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NASA Science, Cargo Launch Aboard Northrop Grumman CRS-24

NASA is sending more science, technology demonstrations, and crew supplies to the International Space Station following the successful launch of the agency’s Northrop Grumman Commercial Resupply Se...

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Irish police push back fuel protesters at oil refinery

Demonstrations due to high prices caused by the US-Israeli war against Iran are affecting traffic on several roads.

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US-Iran talks on ending war begin in Pakistan

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Tories would reinstate two-child benefit cap to fund defence, says Badenoch

Conservative leader promises biggest peacetime rearmament effort in UK history if her party is re-electedThe Conservatives would reinstate the two-child benefit cap and use the savings for a wide-r...

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Sabally agrees to multiyear deal with Liberty

Satou Sabally has agreed to sign a multiyear deal with the New York Liberty, her agent Zack Miller of WME Basketball told ESPN's Shams Charania, Alexa Philippou and Kendra Andrews.

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Alcaraz, Sinner win, set up Monte Carlo title clash

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will meet for the eight time in a tournament final when the pair squares off in Sunday's Monte Carlo Masters final with the No. 1 ranking also at stake.

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Hungary’s Viktor Orban struggling for political survival ahead of vote

Hungarian prime minister and his Fidesz party ‌face first closely contested polls in Sunday's parliamentary election.

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Could monster Makhmudov 'retire' Fury? 'He's the best in history'

No build-up to a Tyson Fury or Anthony Joshua fight comes without the other's name featuring with stern persistence. But as the world waits on their historic clash, Fury must first slay a 'monster'...

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Draper to face Etcheverry in first clay-court match of season in Barcelona

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Artemis II Splashes Down

This image from April 10, 2026, captures NASA’s Orion spacecraft, with its parachutes deployed, seconds before splashdown in the Pacific Ocean. The Artemis II crew accomplished many milestone...

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Panel rules NFL teams didn't collude on QB deals

An appeals panel upheld a decision that there wasn't sufficient evidence of collusion by teams when negotiating the contracts of Kyler Murray, Lamar Jackson and Russell Wilson in 2022, according to...

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Cowboys S Bell arrested, facing drug charges

Cowboys safety Markquese Bell was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance and marijuana on Friday, according to Collin County jail records.

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Your Push Notifications Aren’t Safe From the FBI

Plus: Iran’s internet blackout hits the 1,000-hour mark, cryptocurrency scams result in a record amount of money stolen from Americans, and more.

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NASA hails success of Artemis moon mission but says more work to do

Scientists from NASA have hailed the Artemis II mission to send astronauts around the moon as a ‘fantastic feat’.

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When the Moon Met Canada

Jeremy Hansen of the Canadian Space Agency being escorted aboard the U.S.S. John P. Murtha on Friday after returning from a trip to the moon.

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Djibouti's president wins unprecedented sixth term with 97.8% of vote

Ismail Omar Guelleh, 78, has extended his already 27-year rule in a poll boycotted by the main opposition candidates.

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Premier League darts: Littler faces Price in Rotterdam with 6pm start

The latest fixtures and results from the 2026 Premier League Darts, where world No 1 Luke Littler and defending champion Luke Humphries are among those in action.

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How the Internet Broke Everyone’s Bullshit Detectors

From AI-generated images to restricted satellite data, the systems used to verify what’s real online are struggling to keep up.

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Two simple eating habits linked to lower weight, study finds

A major study suggests that when you eat could play a key role in staying lean. People who fast longer overnight and start their day with an early breakfast were more likely to have a lower BMI yea...

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Many Iranians Are Glad the Fighting Has Paused. Some Hard-liners Aren’t.

The most fervent backers of the Islamic republic believe pausing the war for negotiations risks squandering what they see as a hard-won upper hand.

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Iran War Live Updates: Vance Lands in Pakistan for Peace Talks With Iran

There was uncertainty about whether a cease-fire would hold and the two sides could reach a long-term deal. Vice President JD Vance struck an optimistic but cautious tone before he left for the talks.

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Iran Tries to Grasp Economic Devastation of War, and Find a Way Past It

Assessing the aftermath of a U.S.-Israeli airstrike this month on a bridge in Karaj, Iran.

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What’s at stake in Benin’s presidential election?

Finance minister is favourite to win on Sunday as incumbent Talon will step down after leading the country for 10 years.

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Killing of Masood Masjoody Exposes Deep Rifts in Canada’s Iranian Diaspora

A dance workshop last month in Vancouver, British Columbia, to celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year. Despite a shared cultural heritage, political divisions within the Iranian diaspora are deep,...

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Mexico’s Police Focus on World Cup While Thousands Remain Missing

Ana Hatsumi Muñoz, a member of the Guerreros Buscadores search collective, stands before an altar for four of her family members that have disappeared or been murdered in recent years.

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A 67-year-old “crazy” theory about vitamin B1 has finally been proven

Scientists have achieved the unthinkable by stabilizing a highly reactive molecule in water, confirming a decades-old theory about vitamin B1’s role in the body. The breakthrough not only solves a...

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UK forced to shelve legislation to return Chagos Islands to Mauritius

Officials accept that time has run out to pass law after US dropped its support for planThe UK government has been forced to shelve its legislation to hand the Chagos Islands back to Mauritius, aft...

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Your nose could detect Alzheimer’s years before symptoms begin

Losing your sense of smell might signal Alzheimer’s far earlier than expected. Scientists found that immune cells in the brain actively destroy smell-related nerve fibers after detecting abnormal s...

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From Peepo! to Middlemarch: 25 books to read before you turn 25

An unmissable book for every year of your early life – with recommendations from Jacqueline Wilson, Michael Rosen, Katherine Rundell and moreThe news about reading in general, and childhood reading...

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Who has the best Women’s Six Nations record?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains which nations have the best record in Women's Six Nations history.

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Peace talks between the US and Iran set to begin in Pakistan

Negotiations will be the first direct contact between the adversaries in more than four decades

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Israel rejects ceasefire with Hezbollah ahead of Lebanon talks next week

Talks due in Washington as Israeli attacks on Lebanon continue, Iran says ceasefire must include them.

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Israeli drone attack kills Palestinians near Gaza mosque

An Israeli drone attack near a mosque in central Gaza has killed at least 6 people.

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Week in Politics: Trump navigates ceasefire with Iran; division among his supporters

President Trump faces pressure to end the war with Iran both from Iran and from onetime political allies here at home.

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Great Britain stun Australia to reach Billie Jean King Cup Finals

Jodie Burrage and Harriet Dart sealed a 3-0 victory for Great Britain in their Billie Jean King Cup qualifier against Australia as they won their doubles match in straight sets.

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Video: Vance arrives in Pakistan for talks with Iran

US Vice President JD Vance has landed in Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials on a deal to end the war on Iran.

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Artemis II marks historic lunar return with Pacific splashdown success

The mission unveils lunar mysteries, treats astronauts to a solar eclipse and sets records around the moon.

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'It's the new frontier': How AI is pushing NFL draft prep to 'a different level'

When a prospect skips NFL combine workouts, teams can use artificial intelligence to project his measurables.

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A big summer awaits Manchester United, where transfers take priority

Manchester United are making the final push to end the season on a high note, before an important summer of recruitment for players and coach alike.

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Djibouti’s President Guelleh claims sixth straight term in office

The longtime ruler, in power since 1999, has secured 97 percent of the vote, according to official results.

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Fury v Makhmudov - heavyweight predictions

Figures from the boxing world give their predictions for Saturday's heavyweight battle between Tyson Fury and Arslanbek Makhmudov.

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Dart and Burrage send GB to BJK Cup finals

Harriet Dart and Jodie Burrage win the decisive doubles match in straight-sets to send Great Britain through to September's Billie Jean King Cup finals with an impressive 3-0 win against Australia.

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Margo’s Got Money Troubles: Elle Fanning and Michelle Pfeiffer ace this taboo OnlyFans comedy

Fanning is a young single mother who makes adult content in this hilarious series. It is smart, sexy and bold – and Pfeiffer is unmissable as her ex-Hooters-waitress motherI promise, it’s the title...

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I swapped England for Seoul after watching a Korean teen drama – and found myself cast in a K-pop video

I was on the verge of failing Mandarin, when a last-second pivot caused me to utterly fall in love with Korean culture, and send me in a totally new directionThe first time I discovered South Korea...

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Iran Looks to Project Unity With Large Delegation to Peace Talks

A photograph released by Pakistan’s government showing the Iranian delegation led by the speaker of Iran’s parliament, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, second from right; and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghc...

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A tough season, playing angry, and messaging Michael Owen

Ollie Watkins speaks to Kelly Somers about Aston Villa, England and his World Cup dream.

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Secret Garden to Outcome: the week in rave reviews

David Attenborough celebrates the natural magic occurring close to home, and Keanu Reeves stars in Jonah Hill’s meta comedy-drama. Here’s the pick of the week’s culture, taken from the Guardian’s b...

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The war over Omagh’s gold: the £21bn mine plan tearing a community apart

On Monday, a public inquiry will reopen, nine years after the plan was proposed and a toxic local battle beganWhen Fidelma O’Kane retired more than a decade ago from her career as a social worker...

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‘I got everything I dreamed of - when I had no ability to handle it’: Lena Dunham on toxic fame, broken friendships and her ‘lost decade’

Stardom came fast and hard for the wunderkind who created the hit HBO series Girls aged just 23. Now she’s written a tell-all memoir about why she was forced to retreat from the spotlight• Lena Dun...

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From You, Me & Tuscany to Euphoria: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead

Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page star in a slinky new romcom, while the dissolute teens of the US drama are back in their 20sYou, Me & TuscanyOut now Where would the romcom be if everyone told...

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Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal eye summer move for Newcastle's Gordon

Arsenal are considering a summer move for Newcastle United's Anthony Gordon. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Iran war: What is happening on day 43 of the US-Iran conflict?

Senior Iranian officials arrive in Islamabad for ceasefire talks with the United States.

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Country diary: Cropping season this year brings a new worry – fuel prices | Colin Chappell

Brigg, Lincolnshire: The peas are in and next up are maize and wildflowers, but with our fuel use running to 50,000 litres a year, I have one eye on the newsSpring has sprung, and with warming soil...

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Growing List of Orban Loyalists Defecting Before Critical Election

Zalan Alkonyi in Budapest, Hungary’s capital. As a researcher focused on Russia, he says he has come under pressure to toe the government line.

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Iran Has Been Consistent in War. Will It Be Consistent in Peace Talks?

Pro-government demonstrators burning the American and Israeli flags on Wednesday in Tehran after a cease-fire was announced.

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In New War With Israel, Hezbollah Defies Notion That It Was Crippled

An Israeli soldier at the site of a Hezbollah missile strike in Haniel, Israel, last month.

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The damage wrought on the Middle East’s oil and gas supplies

Saudi Arabia and Qatar have both suffered significant damage to production capacity during the US-Israeli war against Iran

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The tragedy of leisure

The combination of AI and small families will create more free time than is good for us

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Mortgage borrowers seek shorter-term deals as market volatility saps confidence

Flexibility is the watchword among UK borrowers amid signs of slowing activity in the housing market

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American Classic review – I defy you not to fall in love with Kevin Kline and Laura Linney’s tender comedy

There are hints of Ted Lasso and Schitt’s Creek in this delightful series in which an unexpected death triggers all manner of fun and games. It’s lovely comfort TVAh, the roar of the greasepaint –...

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An environmental disaster in Moldova has Russia’s fingerprints all over it | Paula Erizanu

The Ukraine war on our doorstep is a constant threat. Contaminated drinking water is a dangerous new twistIn the second week of March, the nature vlogger Ilie Cojocari went out to film the arrival...

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Clients’ barrage of AI-generated queries risks pushing up lawyers’ fees

Firms may raise prices for fixed-fee contracts if clients keep sending flurries of emails and letters

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Fallout of War Piles Economic Pain Onto Europe’s Political Stress

A liquefied natural gas terminal in Germany. Most of that L.N.G. comes from the United States, underscoring Europe’s vulnerability to American supplies.

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Heathers the Musical review – dark teen comedy is hammy fun, if thoroughly defanged

Arts Centre Melbourne, then touring AustraliaThis candy coloured musical has a bombastic pop-rock score and great stage design, but it erases the grey that made Heathers such a strange and compelli...

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Pakistan hosts U.S.-Iran peace talks after weeks of frantic diplomacy

Pakistan's capital, Islamabad, is set to host peace talks today with leaders from Iran and the US, including Vice President J.D. Vance.

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NASA Welcomes Record-Setting Artemis II Moonfarers Back to Earth

The first astronauts to travel to the Moon in more than half a century are back on Earth after a record-setting mission aboard NASA’s Artemis II test flight. NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Gl...

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Trump administration unveils 250-foot 'Triumphal Arch' design

The new arch, if approved, would be taller than the US Capitol building and the Lincoln Memorial.

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Reid Wiseman, the astronaut hailing a new ‘golden age’ in space

As commander of Artemis II, he embodies the comradeship and ambition of the latest Moon mission

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'Don't protect it!' - McIlroy vows to 'keep swinging' with historic Masters lead

Rory McIlroy has vowed to not "get protective" of his record lead at the halfway stage of The Masters and "keep swinging" as he attempts to defend his title at the first major of the year.

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Trump has handed JD Vance his most difficult mission yet

As the US vice-president leads peace talks with Iran, he must balance warring factions, a demanding boss and his own political future.

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Record-breaking McIlroy plans to keep 'foot on gas'

Defending champion Rory McIlroy says he plans to keep "my foot on the gas" after building a record six-shot halfway lead with a devastating second-round 65 at the Masters.

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Historic Nasa Moon mission returns safely to Earth

Artemis voyage entranced world and highlighted space race between US and China

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Record halfway lead after NINE second round birdies! | Story of Rory's round

Rory McIlroy posted a stunning seven-under-par 65 at Augusta National to hold a record 36-hole lead at The Masters!

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Final push for votes as challenger to Hungary's Orbán scents victory

As Péter Magyar's opposition movement leads in the polls, tens of thousands of anti-Orbán supporters fill Heroes' Square in Budapest.

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Magical 90 minutes tightens McIlroy's grip on the Masters

Rory McIlroy opens up a six-shot lead at the Masters - a record after 36 holes - as he tightens grip on a rare back-to-back win.

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World Leaders Push to Save Iran Talks Amid Israel’s Attacks in Lebanon

A Lebanese man stood on a pile of debris in the Corniche El Mazraa area of Beirut after the Israeli bombardment of the capital on Wednesday.

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Iran war live: US negotiators due to arrive in Pakistan for ceasefire talks

Lebanese Health Ministry says people killed in Israeli attacks since March 2 rises to 1,953 with 6,303 wounded.

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