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Iran negotiating with FIFA to move World Cup 2026 matches from USTRANSLATED
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Iranian football president Mehdi Taj confirmed on Monday that his federation is in discussions with FIFA regarding relocating group stage games for their upcoming match against Uruguay, citing ongoing safety threats linked to tensions between Iran and Israel as a primary concern while President Trump previously stated he could not guarantee player security during these matches due to the current war.
Los Angeles, Iran CROATIA UPDATE
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Iran seeks to move all World Cup matches from US venues
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The Iranian Football Federation is actively negotiating with FIFA and has requested that every match of its 2026 Copa do Mundo campaign be played exclusively within Mexican territory, citing severe safety concerns arising from recent regional tensions linked to a late-February US-Israel airstrike on Iran's nuclear facilities in the United States.
Los Angeles, Iran BRAZIL UPDATE
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META PLANNING SWEEPING LAYOFFS AS AI COST MOUNT TO AFFECT UP
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Meta Platforms is planning sweeping layoffs that could impact up to 20 percent of its nearly 79,000-strong workforce as the company ramps up spending on AI infrastructure and talent costs drive aggressive headcount trimming across Big Tech according to multiple reports from March 14. Three sources familiar with matters told Reuters no date has been set for these cuts yet managers are...
New York, China ASIA
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Israeli forces kill top Iran official, Ayatollah's deputy: Regime says no such thing happened at all (10/29) - Israel confirms the killing of former Supreme Leader KhameneiTRANSLATED
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Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz confirmed on Tuesday that Iran's security chief Ali Larijani was killed in an airstrike, marking a significant escalation as the regime remains silent. The operation targeted senior Iranian officials overnight and resulted in death for 67-year-old Larijani who served as secretary of the Supreme National Security Council while acting under Israeli military...
Tehran, Israel BRAZIL
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Israeli PM Debunks Death Rumours with 'I'm Dead for Coffee' Video
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On March 15 evening following viral social media claims that he was killed in an alleged Iran missile strike and his speech contained AI, Benjamin Netanyahu released a light-hearted video from Tel Aviv mocking the rumors. In the clip posted to X (formerly Twitter), Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu humorously responds by stating "I am dead...
Jerusalem, Iran INDIA
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US Forces Report 200 Wounded in Conflict with Iran Across Seven Countries
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The United States confirmed on March 17 that approximately 200 soldiers have been injured following attacks against Iranian forces. These casualties occurred across seven different countries since the conflict began, according to reports from CENTCOM and other military sources released throughout late night into early morning hours in Athens time zone (UTC+3). While specific names of...
USA GREECE
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Kouri Richins Convicted After Poisoning Husband With Fentanyl While Writing Grief Book
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A Salt Lake City jury found Utah mother and children's book author Kouri Richins guilty of aggravated murder on Monday after convicting her in all counts. Prosecutors stated that she fatally poisoned her husband with fentanyletting five times the lethal dose into a cocktail he consumed, an act committed during March 2025 while she was self-publishing a children's book about coping with grief...
Utah, USA CROATIA UPDATE
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Identity of street artist Banksy revealed as David Jones following long-standing speculation
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A comprehensive international news report on March 14th confirmed that British graffiti mastermind known globally under his pseudonym is actually a man named "David Jones." This revelation came after an extensive investigation by major media outlets including the BBC and Reuters which had been tracking rumors for decades since Banksy's work first appeared in the early nineteen nineties.
New York, Ukraine CROATIA UPDATE
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U.S.-China Summit May Be Delayed as Washington Pressures Both Nations
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President Donald Trump has signaled that his planned summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping could be delayed if Beijing fails to assist in securing safe passage for ships through the Strait of Hormuz. In an interview published by The Financial Times, Mr. Trump emphasized a renewed demand on both China and NATO allies regarding maritime security concerns at this critical chokepoint.
Beijing, China ASIA UPDATE
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Scientists repurpose discarded PET plastics into Parkinson's treatment drug via bacterial conversion.
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Researchers from Scotland have discovered that used plastic bottles can be converted directly into L-DOPA medication for treating over 165,000 UK patients with Parkinson’s disease using a novel method involving bacteria to break down waste materials and extract the active compound required by human cells; this breakthrough demonstrates how discarded plastics could serve as valuable resources...
Edinburgh, UK
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Israel confirms killing of Basij leader Gholamreza Soleimani
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On March 17, the IDF confirmed via social media and official statements on X that Iranian Revolutionary Guards commander Gholamreza "Soleiman" was killed in a strike targeting his residence near Tehran. The operation also reportedly targeted senior cleric Ali Larijani during an attack by Basij forces at their headquarters; emergency personnel were seen working the scene as Iran did not...
Tehran, Israel NORWAY UPDATE
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Jane Fonda Asks Why Barbra Streisand Did Oscars Tribute to Robert Redford and Quips: ‘She Only Made One Movie With Him. I Made Four! I Have More to Say’
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At last week's 98th Academy Awards in Los Angeles, Barbra Streisand delivered a moving tribute to late actor Robert Redford during the In Memoriam segment following his death at age 89. While Jane Fonda expressed disappointment and confusion about not being chosen for this honor—quipping that she deserves it because "I have more to say" regarding their shared career, noting specifically that...
Sydney, Australia MOVIES
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Email-gate prosecution launched against Anna-Misel Asimakopoulou and three others
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A criminal investigation into the "email gate" leak scandal has officially commenced, with prosecutors targeting former Interior Minister Anna-Mesel (Anna) Michel Assimakiopolous alongside two other current officials who are now charged along her name and three additional suspects as well first witness testimony was given by a key source.
GREECE
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US President demands 7 nations patrol Strait of Hormuz; Allies refuse
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U.S. President Donald Trump has demanded that approximately seven countries deploy warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz following his recent military strikes against Iranian forces with Israel's support. While he specifically targeted China, France, Japan, South Korea, and other allies in this call for international naval intervention, most nations have publicly rebuffed these requests or...
Washington D.C., China ASIA
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Former world No.39 Marinko Matosevic banned for four yearsTRANSLATED
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Australian tennis coach former world No.39 Marinko Matosevic has been handed a four-year ban for breaching anti-doping rules, specifically admitted blood transfusions used by himself or others between 2018 and early-2020 that led to his suspension until at least the end of this decade according to international tennis authorities.
Sydney, Australia AUSTRALIA
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Trump Declares U.S. Unwilling and Unable to Rely on NATOTRANSLATED
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Donald Trump stated that the United States no longer needs or wants assistance from its allies in an operation targeting Iran, following a refusal by several nations including Greece's PM Kyriakos Akis Kyrkoulas. He criticized members of both Western and Eastern blocs for their lackluster support regarding control over strategic chokepoints like Ormuz Strait while emphasizing that the U.S., as...
Washington D.C., Australia PORTUGAL
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Mexico opens door for Iran World Cup matches after US refusal cited
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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed on March 17 that her nation is willing to host the Iranian team's FIFA World Cup 2026 games following their decision not to play in the United States due to regional tensions. While Mexico expressed readiness, she emphasized this arrangement remains contingent upon approval from football governing body FIFA and logistical feasibility regarding...
Washington D.C., Iran MEXICO
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Two Iran Women Soccer Players Begin Training with Brisbane Roar
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Fatemeh Pasandideh and Atefeh Ramezanisadeh have joined training sessions for Australian club Brisbane Roar following the granting of asylum to them in Australia. While their fellow teammates departed from Malaysia heading toward Oman, these two players chose to remain behind as they started a new life under Queensland jerseys with local squad members on March 17 reports stated that this marks...
Brisbane, Iran AUSTRALIA
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Pakistan Air Strike on Kabul Rehabilitation Center Kills at Least 400TRANSLATED
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Pakistan launched an airstrike on a rehabilitation center in Kabul, Afghanistan, killing at least 400 people and injuring approximately 25 others. The attack occurred early Wednesday morning as Afghan authorities confirmed the devastating loss of life within medical facilities intended for patient care reports from multiple sources including Milliyet.com.tr Star.com.tr Cnnturk Halktv Birgun...
Pakistan TURKEY
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Samsung ends sales and production of foldable flagship after three months due
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On Tuesday March 17 South Korea's Yonap reported that the Galaxy Z TriFold has been discontinued in its home market following a brief but successful run. Industry sources attribute this decision primarily to exorbitant production expenses rather than weak sales, noting Samsung sold out every restock despite ending domestic availability early on reports suggest it will be final shipment before...
Dubai, South Korea GOOGLE
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UEFA Reveals €1K Tickets for Champions League Finals in Budapest and Oslo
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UEFA has officially revealed the ticket prices for its three upcoming club finals in Budapest and Oslo on March 16, with costs ranging from €83.2 to a staggering record high of over $475 per seat depending on location and seating tier. This pricing structure applies across all men's title games this spring as fans prepare to purchase access before the final draw for women's finals takes place...
Budapest, Hungary CROATIA UPDATE
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Europe and NATO allies reject US demand
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European countries, including Germany which ruled out any military activity in response to President Trump's threats of a "very bad future" for the alliance if they fail to comply. Several nations have explicitly rejected requests from Donald Trump that NATO members send warships into the Strait of Hormuz as Iran effectively closed this vital oil shipping channel during its third week with...
Brussels, UK ISRAEL
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Sri Lanka shifts public sector on 4-day work week
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To conserve scarce fuel reserves threatened by disruptions to global energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, officials in Colombo have announced a four-day working week for government institutions starting March 20. The measure follows warnings that ongoing Middle East tensions could trigger severe shortages across South Asia as nations struggle with dwindling LPG and gasoline stocks.
Sri Lanka ASIA
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Doug Armstrong Steps Down as Team Canada GM
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St. Louis Blues general manager and Hockey Canada executiveDougArmstronghas officially stepped down from his role leading the Canadian men's Olympic hockey team, citing a need to move forward after their heartbreaking 2-1 overtime loss in gold-medal match against Team USA atthe recent Winter Olympics.In an interview with Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic,Armstrong stated that it is time for...
Beijing, Canada NHL