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The Taliban in Afghanistan claim that a Pakistani military airstrike on a drug rehabilitation hospital in Kabul has killed over 400 people, but Pakistan alleges the site was a weapons depot.

New York, March 17, 2026 — Bob Arum’s Top Rank Promotions has finalized a multi-year broadcast agreement with the global streaming service DAZN, marking the promotion’s return to a major platform after its high-profile partnership with ESPN concluded last year. The deal, first reported by Ring Magazine and confirmed across multiple outlets including Boxing Scene […]

Monday marked the first time three Israelis ever faced off in the NBA.

Legislation that would require proof of U.S. citizenship for new voters has become a rallying cry for President Donald Trump. The Senate will take up the bill this week. It would require voters to provide proof of citizenship when they register and to present approved identification when they go to the polls, among other new rules. Federal law already requires that voters in national elections be U.S. citizens. But the legislation would lay out strict new requirements for voters to prove their status. Читать дальше...

Sri Lanka has designated every Wednesday a public holiday to conserve fuel as the country confronts the risk of supply shortages.

Two Massachusetts brothers have built a fleet of tiny Irish pubs on wheels. They tow the miniature bars to backyards, weddings and neighborhood parties across New England. The business began during the pandemic when brothers from Reading started building an authentic-looking pub in a driveway. Now the Wee Irish Pubs travel from March through December, serving as the centerpiece of St. Patrick’s celebrations, bachelor parties and family gatherings. Inside, church pews, antique decorations and a bar... Читать дальше...

The average price of unleaded fuel in Perth reached 229 cents per litre, up from 155.8 cents per litre this time last month, and a station in Quinns Rocks became the first metro station to run out of fuel on Monday.

Illinois voters are deciding primaries for six open U.S. House and Senate seats that will spur a new generation of leadership in the state’s heavily Democratic congressional delegation. The retirement of Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin has triggered a competitive campaign to replace him. Among the candidates in Tuesday's Democratic primary are two sitting House members and the lieutenant governor. Furious fundraising and sharp elbows have marked the race. It is also a test of the influence of Democratic Gov. Читать дальше...

The winning numbers in Monday's drawing of the "Illinois HotWins" game were: 4, 8, 20, 24, 34, 37, 39, 42, 44, 46, 52, 57, 61, 62, 64, 67, 69, 72, 74, 80

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A wealthy shopping centre owner has donated a vacant block of land in Melbourne’s north for a badly needed women’s crisis shelter.

Arsenal got a Premier League title boost at the weekend but their focus will firmly be on Europe for their Champions League return leg at the Emirates Stadium

Harry Hill has revealed he 'went too far' with a joke about Jamie Oliver's TV show and was asked to apologise to the celebrity chef after he 'hit the roof'

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Toyota C-HR hybrid models have become one of the most stolen cars in the UK after a surge in thefts, with DVLA data showing a 28% rise in reported cases

The 2026 Democratic primary campaign for retiring Sen. Dick Durbin's Senate seat is largely a three-person race. Voters go to the polls Tuesday in Illinois.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers will speak to the media after the RBA chose to raise rates by a quarter of a percentage point.

The blasts triggered anti-aircraft fire as residents rushed for cover. The attack came shortly after people had gathered outside their homes following the daily breaking of the Ramadan fast.

Venezuela's bullpen dominated Italy in the semifinals, potentially leaving it shorthanded on Tuesday night.

The escalating Iran war is pushing parts of the world into energy triage. Governments are deciding where to cut demand or absorb higher costs, while prioritizing dwindling supplies. In places like Bangkok and Vietnam, people are being urged to work from home, take the stairs and keep air-conditioning above 24°C, while some businesses are preparing for disruptions. The conflict is disrupting critical oil and natural gas shipments from the Middle East, sending prices soaring and threatening global growth ... Читать дальше...