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Iran issues strong cautioning to United States after Donald Trump threatens to bomb country over nuclear deal
Iran&s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said yesterday the US would receive a strong blow if it acts on president Donald Trump&s threat to bomb unless Tehran reaches a new nuclear deal with Washington.
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Iran issues strong warning to US after Donald Trump threatens to bomb country over nuclear deal
Iran&s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said yesterday the US would receive a strong blow if it acts on president Donald Trump&s threat to bomb unless Tehran reaches a new nuclear deal with Washington.
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Iran warns US through Swiss embassy it will act swiftly to aggression
TEHRAN - Given the ongoing malicious acts of the Zionist regime aimed at creating insecurity in the region coupled with U.S
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Chinese citizen killed in Myanmar earthquake
A Chinese citizen has been confirmed dead following a powerful earthquake in Myanmar, the Chinese Embassy in Myanmar reported on Monday.
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Israeli military orders the evacuation of Gaza s southern city of Rafah
Israels military on Monday issued sweeping evacuation orders covering Rafah and nearby areas, indicating it could soon launch another major ground operation in the Gaza Strips southernmost city.Israel ended its ceasefire with the Hamas militant group and renewed its air and ground war earlier this month
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Israel strikes target Hezbollah in Beirut, kill 3
BEIRUT, Lebanon - An Israeli strike on Beirut killed at least three people on Tuesday, Lebanon's health ministry said after Israel announced its second strike on the country's capital in a fragile four-month truce.
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[Thailand] - Myanmar participation 'unpredictable' at Bimstec Summit
Myanmar's junta leader's participation in the Bimstec (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) summit in Bangkok this week is uncertain following a 7.7-magnitude earthquake last week, according to host Thailand.
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Another Chinese rescue team leaves for earthquake-hit Myanmar
China has dispatched a rescue team known as the China International Search and Rescue (CISAR) to assist in disaster relief efforts following a devastating magnitude-7.7 earthquake that jolted Myanmar on Friday, causing severe casualties and infrastructure damage.On Sunday evening, the 118-member Chinese rescue team, carrying rescue equipment and supplies, departed from Beijing for Nay Pyi Taw, according to the Ministry of Emergency Management.Founded in 2001, the Chinese rescue team has participated in more than 20 international rescue operations and was certified by the United Nations as a heavy Urban Search and Rescue team.
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Chinese teams rescue 6 people in quake-hit Myanmar
Chinese rescuers have so far saved six lives in earthquake-rattled Myanmar, Guo Jiakun, a spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry, said on Monday at a news briefing
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Myanmar earthquake: Rescuers race to find people alive in debris as 'survival window' closes
Rescuers in Myanmar and Thailand are now in a desperate race against time to save anyone who may still be buried alive after Friday&s earthquake.
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Lessons from the Myanmar earthquake: Disaster preparedness
The 7.7 Myanmar temblor raises questions about earthquake preparedness in Southeast Asia — and California
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Marine Le Pen Convicted of Embezzlement, Barred from Office in Political Earthquake
Marine Le Pen, leader of Frances National Rally party, faces the most significant setback of her political career after a Paris court convicted her of embezzling European Union funds.The ruling bars her from holding public office for five years, effectively excluding her from the 2027 presidential race, where she was a leading contender.The court also sentenced her to four years in prisontwo suspended and two under house arrestand fined her 100,000
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National emergency situation levels lowered
The National Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Command lowered the level of national emergency response from Level 3 to Level 2 on Sunday night, following an assessment that the situation in the country is under control after Friday's earthquake, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said.
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[China] - Batch of disaster relief supplies from China shows up in Myanmar
The first batch of disaster relief materials provided by the Chinese government arrived at Yangon International Airport in Myanmar on Monday.
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Tense employees flee buildings in Bangkok
Fearful workers fled buildings across Bangkok yesterday morning following reports of vibrations and cracks in building structures
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Govt credit plan to boost pickup sales
Deputy government spokeswoman Sasikarn Wattanachan said yesterday that many Thais face challenges obtaining loans from financial institutions due to concerns about repayment risks during the launch of a government programme aimed at boosting pickup truck sales.
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Court hands Sira one-year jail term for election run
Former Bangkok MP Sira Jenjaka has been sentenced to a year in prison for contesting the 2019 general election despite knowing he was not qualified to do so.
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Gambling establishment push is too fast, critics say
Casino-entertainment complex opponents voiced concern over the way the government was pushing the scheme, saying it appeared to be rushed without sufficient public scrutiny or a proper feasibility study.
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Sky offers 120 saving for broadband and TV billpayers ahead of April price hike
As April price hikes fall this week, Sky has taken 120 off the price of its popular TV and broadband plans - but there's still a catch
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Wordle today: Answer and hints for popular word game on Tuesday April 1, 2025
Here are some tips and tricks to help you find the answer to the Wordle edition of Tuesday April 1, 2025 - the popular word game was played some 4.8 billion times in 2023 alone
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UK WhatsApp users put on red alert and ignoring new advice could be 'devastating'
UK WhatsApp users must be high alert as scams are growing problem for this hugely popular chat platform.
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[China] - China's manufacturing PMI at 50.5 in March
The purchasing managers' index (PMI) for China's manufacturing sector came in at 50.5 in March, official data showed on Monday.
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A Shortcut to ASEAN
The Pinglu Canal, a key project of China's new land-sea corridor, provides a direct route from inland Guangxi to the Beibu Gulf, a shortcut to ASEAN.
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Malaysian durians gain popularity in China
Malaysian durians are popular with Chinese consumers for their good quality
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Trump and Starmer agree to keep pressure on Putin after US president says he is p***ed off as Ukraine peace talks drag on
British prime minister Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump have agreed on the need to &keep up the collective pressure on Putin& during a phone call, Downing Street said.
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Explorer (32) ends up being very first woman to solo traverse Baffin Island: 'I'm feeling pretty tired'
A British explorer has become the first woman to solo traverse across Canada&s freezing Baffin Island a day earlier than expected.
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Elon Musk hands over million-dollar cheques to citizens at rally
Billionaire Elon Musk on Sunday handed out million-dollar cheques to two voters in Wisconsin and promised smaller payments to others who help elect a conservative candidate to the state's top court in a closely watched election.
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Israel issues fresh evacuation notices in Rafah, proposes hostage deal as fighting continues in Gaza
Israel has proposed an extended truce in Gaza in exchange for the return of about half the remaining hostages, Israeli officials said on Monday, as the military issued new evacuation orders and said "intense operations" were planned in the south of the enclave.
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Female arrested after newborn discovered dead inside M S bag outside London church
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of concealing a birth, neglect and infanticide after her newborn baby boy was found dead inside a Marks - Spencer bag outside a church in west London.
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Virginia Giuffre, who claimed abuse by Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein, says she has only days to live
Virginia Giuffre, who accused Jeffrey Epstein and Britain&s Prince Andrew of sexual abuse, has said she has only four days to live after a brutal car crash.
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Fake undertaker detained after police find drug worth EUR17m in caskets
Prosecutors are seeking a six-year sentence for a bogus undertaker caught with two cocaine filled coffins.
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Kremlin says it's working on Ukraine peace after Trump says he's ‘p***ed off& with Putin
The Kremlin said today that Russia and the US were working on ideas for a possible peace settlement in Ukraine and on building bilateral ties despite US president Donald Trump saying that he was "p****d off" with Vladimir Putin.
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'Violation of human dignity': Bodies of Palestinian volunteer medics found in mass tomb in Gaza
The bodies of eight Red Crescent medics and other Palestinian rescue workers who came under fire more than a week ago have been recovered from a grave in the sand in the south of the Gaza Strip, UN officials said.
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Fears of new Gaza offensive as Israel orders evacuation of Rafah city
Israel has issued sweeping evacuation orders covering most of the southern Gaza city of Rafah, indicating it could soon launch another major ground operation.
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Starmer angry about illegal migration
Keir Starmer has said he is &angry& at the number of migrants crossing the English Channel as he revealed deportations under Labour have topped 24,000 since the general election.
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Three missing United States soldiers found dead after lorry pulled from Lithuanian swamp
Three of the US army soldiers who went missing in Lithuania have been found dead in their armoured vehicle that was pulled from a swampy area early yesterday, according to US Army Europe and Africa Command
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Israel issues fresh evacuation notifications in Rafah, proposes captive deal as fighting continues in Gaza
Israel has proposed an extended truce in Gaza in exchange for the return of about half the remaining hostages, Israeli officials said on Monday, as the military issued new evacuation orders and said "intense operations" were planned in the south of the enclave.
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'Violation of human self-respect': Bodies of Palestinian volunteer medics discovered in mass grave in Gaza
The bodies of eight Red Crescent medics and other Palestinian rescue workers who came under fire more than a week ago have been recovered from a grave in the sand in the south of the Gaza Strip, UN officials said.
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Fears of new Gaza offensive as Israel orders evacuation of Rafah city
Israel has issued sweeping evacuation orders covering most of the southern Gaza city of Rafah, indicating it could soon launch another major ground operation.
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[China] - China is dealing with oncolytic infection therapies. They might be 'next frontier' for cancer
Research into the low-cost treatments has shown promise, with around 60 clinical trials currently under way.
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Chinese half-marathoner loses out on win after commemorating too early
The woman was leading the race and broke her personal record.
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[China] - Lao Airlines cruising to first C909-- a milestone for the China-made airplane
China&s aircraft manufacturer continues spreading its wings abroad with fresh deals to supply passenger jets to Asian neighbours.
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Beijing bids adieu to 'fundamental' farmland with strategy to supercharge soil, upgrade farming
When it&s basic farmland vs ‘well-facilitated& farmland, the latter considerably outperforms in cost and yield.
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Apple chip engineer returns to China, joins Fudan University amid push for talent
Kong Long left Apple after seven years, following the recent return of M4 CPU engineer Wang Huanyu to China.
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[China] - How AI transformation is making a Chinese coal mine turn more earnings than an investment bank
China&s Dahaize Mine is rewriting the playbook on how a coalfield operates as automation takes centre stage.
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Hu Dehua, son of former liberal Chinese leader Hu Yaobang, dies at 76
The younger Hu is remembered as an outspoken proponent of political reform and press freedom & rare among China&s princelings.
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China Initiative 2.0 Raids on scientist Wang Xiaofeng revive spectre from first Trump era
Two Indiana homes of cybersecurity researcher and professor raided by FBI and Homeland Security but no reason cited, local media report.
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Extension for TikTok sale winding down, but deadline may not matter: analysts
US President Donald Trump might ignore the law Congress passed and use the app as a bargaining chip in trade talks with Beijing.
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[China] - European management in particle physics threatened by China, CERN chief says
‘There is real competition& from China in particular, Fabiola Gianotti said, adding the giant FCC project is ‘absolutely on the good track&.
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US agency reports to lay out justification for Trumps reciprocal tariffs
On Tuesday, ahead of ‘Liberation Day& tariff announcement, numerous departments are to release reviews supporting US president&s strategy.
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United States sanctions Hong Kong authorities chief, 5 others, for 'freedoms' abuse
Raymond Siu Chak-yee, who retires on Tuesday, is among officials alleged to undercut Hongkongers& rights or commit transnational repression.
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With Labubu, Molly, Chinas Pop Mart gives Hong Kong creativity a broader audience
The blind-box retailer&s mass-market toys based on cute Hong Kong designs are fuelling its international rise & and setting a template.
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BlackRock, at centre of Hutchison's Panama ports row, has about US$ 16 bn in Chinese stocks
World&s largest money manager has at least seven funds dedicated to Chinese stocks; five are passive ETFs and two are actively managed.
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Beijing moves drills closer to Taiwan, with Shandong carrier in response zone
The PLA Eastern Theatre Command&s exercises are advancing on the self-ruled island ‘step-by-step&, one analyst observed.
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[China] - China chooses Zou Jiayi to be the next president of the AIIB
The 61-year-old former vice-minister of finance would be the development bank&s first female leader.
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TSMC affirms commitment to Taiwan with new domestic fab amid overseas expansion
‘We&ll continue to look for space to expand investments in Taiwan,& TSMC executive Y.P
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Giving machines a heart: China urged to dig deeper in AI development
Top Chinese scientist Zhu Songchun calls on Beijing to go beyond ‘surface-level& achievements to advance theory and philosophy of AI.
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Artemis II Core Stage Integration Complete!
Teams with NASAs Exploration Ground Systems and primary contractor Amentum integrate the SLS (Space Launch System) Moon rocket with the solid rocket boosters onto mobile launcher 1 inside High Bay 3 of the Vehicle Assembly Building at NASAs Kennedy Space Center on Sunday, March 23, 2025
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'Inbox from hell': Environmental groups outraged after EPA states polluters can email for exemptions
Donald Trump's EPA says coal plants and other industrial polluters can ask to bypass provisions of the Clean Air Act by sending the agency an email.
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Will Trump kill programs that help drug users? L.A. harm reduction groups await fate
Programs that offer services to support drug users and decrease overdose deaths worry the Trump administration's sweeping federal overhaul will have far-reaching ramifications for their work.
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[Russia] - After Losing Limbs to War, Russian Amputee Veterans Come To Grips With Officials' Empty Promises
If there are no disability payments or awards, can I at least get a parrot on my shoulder to fit the image? says Konstantin, a former Russian soldier who lost his leg during the war in Ukraine, in a discuss social media.Konstantin is attending to the state-run Defenders of the Fatherland Foundation, which helps Russian veterans reintegrate into civilian life including those who lost arms or legs in the full-scale invasion.According to Russias Labor Ministry, a minimum of 54% of soldiers who have disabilities after fighting in Ukraine are amputees
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Milei and Macri Clash, Splintering Argentina's Right Wing
Argentinas political right faces a defining moment as President Javier Milei and former President Mauricio Macri engage in a bitter rivalry that threatens to fracture their shared conservative base.The fallout from this power struggle could reshape the countrys political landscape ahead of crucial legislative elections
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Chicago PMI Rises to 47.6, Defying Expectations Amid Ongoing Contraction
The Chicago Purchasing Managers Index (PMI), reported by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM), rose to 47.6 in March from 45.5 in February.This unexpected increase defied analysts forecasts of a decline to 44.1, signaling some stabilization in regional manufacturing activity despite ongoing contraction.The index remains below the 50-point threshold, which separates economic expansion from contraction
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PicPay Soars: Brazils Fintech Giant Reports Record Profits and Wins Best Digital Bank Award
PicPay, Brazils leading fintech company, has reported exceptional financial results for 2024 and secured the prestigious iBest Award for Best Digital Bank.According to the companys latest earnings release, PicPay achieved a net income of R$252 million ($44.2 million) in 2024, a sevenfold increase from the previous year.The companys revenue grew by an impressive 61% to R$5.6 billion ($982.5 million) in 2024
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Steel Prices Soar as U.S. Tariffs Disrupt Mexico's Export Market
The Mexican steel industry is under pressure as the United States reinstates a 25% tariff on steel imports, effective March 12, 2025
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A.I.-Powered Brain Implant Restores Speech for Paralyzed Woman in Real Time
Researchers in California have developed a groundbreaking brain implant that uses artificial intelligence to transform thoughts into speech almost instantly.This innovation marks a significant leap in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology, offering hope to individuals who have lost their ability to communicate due to neurological conditions.The device was tested on Ann, a 47-year-old woman who became paralyzed and unable to speak after a stroke 18 years ago
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TSMC Fortifies Taiwans Semiconductor Leadership with $45 Billion Kaohsiung Mega-Fab
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) solidified its commitment to domestic advanced chip production on March 31, 2025, hosting a ceremony for its NT$1.5 trillion ($45.2 billion) Kaohsiung fabrication complex.The facility, set to begin 2nm chip mass production in late 2025, underscores Taiwans strategic role in global tech supply chains amid geopolitical tensions and U.S
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Chile Pushes Magallanes as Hydrogen Hub Amid Challenges
Chile aims to transform Magallanes, its windswept southern region, into a global green hydrogen hub, President Gabriel Boric announced at an international investment forum in Punta Arenas on March 24, 2025.Green hydrogen, a fuel made by splitting water with renewable energy, promises zero carbon emissions and excites businesses seeking sustainable alternatives to fossil fuels.Yet, high costs and environmental concerns now challenge this bold vision
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Laugfs treks LP gas rates
Laugfs Gas PLC, one of the two largest liquefied petroleum (LP) gas suppliers in the country, has decided to increase its domestic LP gas cylinder prices.Accordingly, the price of a 12.5 kg cylinder has been increased by Rs
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Heavy rainfalls expected in parts of the island today
The Department of Meteorology says that the atmospheric conditions are getting favorable for afternoon thundershowers in the most parts of the island for next few days from today (01).In its latest weather forecast, the Met
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Price of milk tea increased
The price of a cup of milk tea has been increase by Rs
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[Sri Lanka] - New tax guidelines work from today
The Inland Revenue Department has announced that individuals earning less than Rs
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Second phase of first school term begins
The Ministry of Education says that the second phase of the first school term of academic year 2025 in all government schools and government-approved private schools will commence today (01).The first phase of the first school term ended on the 14 March 2025.However, the Ministry of Education had decided to grant a holiday for Muslim schools today in observance of the Ramadan festival.Meanwhile, the health sector is requesting parents to pay attention to the spread of chickenpox among children these days.
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MP Chamara Sampath brought to court
Parliamentarian Chamara Sampath Dassanayake was brought before the Colombo Magistrates Court today (01) in connection with three corruption-related cases.Dassanayake, who was taken into custody on March 27, was granted bail in two of the cases but was ordered to remain in remand custody over the third charge
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Fars province leads in culture tourism during Nowruz holidays
TEHRAN The province of Fars has emerged as the leading destination for culture tourism in Iran during the Nowruz holidays, with historical and cultural landmarks attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors
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Iran champions of Asian U20 Water Polo Championships
TEHRAN Iran won the title of the 2025 Asian U20 Water Polo Championships on Sunday.The Iranian team defeated China 15-11 to win the title.Iran also qualified for the World U20 Water Polo Championships as one of top four teams.The world championships will be held in Zagreb, Croatia, from June 14-21.
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Iran win 2025 AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup
TEHRAN - Iran reigned supreme again at the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup after they defended their title with an 8-1 win against Oman in the Thailand 2025 final on Sunday.It was a historic occasion for Iran as they not only emerged back-to-back champions for the first time but Sunday's triumph puts them ahead of Japan as the only four-time champions.The first period settled into a pattern from the opening whistle with Iran dominating possession while Oman looked to hit on the counter.Oman custodian Younis Al-Owaisi had to be alert to block efforts from Mahdi Shirmohammadi and Movahed Mohammapour before his opposite number Seyedmahdi Mirjalili pushed away an attempt from Nooh Al Zadjali.Iran found the breakthrough a minute before the end of the first period when Seyedmohammad Dastans long range effort was saved by Amjad Al-Hamdani but Shirmohammadi leaped high into the air to nod home the rebound.The defending champions stepped up another gear in the second half, doubling their lead in the 15th minute after Reza Amiri smashed a free-kick home with the final bounce off the sand taking the ball away from the gloves of Al-Owaisi.Iran made it 3-0 two minutes later, Movahed Mohammadpour with a beautifully executed overhead kick that ended up in the top corner of Omans goal.Despite holding a substantial lead, Iran were relentless in pursuing more and duly added to their advantage in the 18th minute when Seyed Nazem steered a first-time effort home before Ali Mirshekari blasted in two minutes later with a free-kick.Oman pulled a goal back seconds later after Sami Al Bulushi was left unmarked at the far post to sweep home but the 2015 champions conceded another in the 22nd minute with Mirshekari getting his second in the game.The final period saw a battling performance from Oman but it made little difference with Irans Mohammadali Mokhtari adding to the score in the 32nd and 36th minutes to cap the emphatic win.
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[Iran] - Eid al-Fitr prayers
Tehran Times - Eid al-Fitr prayers Mon 31, MarchTEHRAN - Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, led the Eid al-Fitr prayers this morning at Imam Khomeinis Musalla in Tehran, attended by a large congregation of the Iranian nation.
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Gilan sees surge in Nowruz tourism with over six million visitors
TEHRAN - Gilan province in northern Iran has experienced a considerable boost in tourism in line with the Nowruz holidays, with over six million travelers visiting the region.Gilan province in northern Iran has experienced a considerable boost in tourism in line with the Nowruz holidays, with over six million travelers visiting the region.According to Vali Jahani, Director-General of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts of Gilan, there has been a notable increase in visits to the province's historical sites and museums.Jahani on Sunday said that between March 13 and March 29, approximately 6.2 million travelers entered Gilan
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Punjab prohibits makeshift mechanical rides during Eid days
Kids enjoying rides at the a festival with their parents.
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Tight jail security prevents Imran Khan from offering Eid prayer
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder Imran Khan marked his third consecutive Eid ul Fitr behind bars at Adiala Jail, where heightened security measures prevented him from offering Eid prayers with other inmates.Khan, facing charges ranging from leaking state secrets to selling state...
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Musk releases wealth in bid to swing Wisconsin court vote
GREEN BAY (UNITED STATES) - The world's richest man took to the stage in the US state of Wisconsin on Sunday in a bid to swing the local supreme court to the right, with the help of two $1 million checks for voters.
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France's Le Pen faces verdict that could end presidential hopes
PARIS - A French court on Monday will rule in the trial of far-right leader Marine Le Pen over an alleged fake jobs scam at the EU parliament, a verdict which could ruin her chances of standing in the next presidential elections in two years.
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UK enforces travel permit on Europeans from Wednesday
LONDON - In a shake-up of long-standing travel rules, European nationals heading to the UK will from Wednesday need a mandatory entry permit, which the British government says will strengthen border security.
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SpaceX launches crewed polar spaceflight funded by crypto investor
MIAMI - Elon Musk&s SpaceX has launched the first human spaceflight mission to fly over the Earth&s polar regions, funded and commanded by cryptocurrency investor Chun Wang.
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South Korea president impeachment court ruling on Friday
SEOUL - South Korea's Constitutional Court will issue its long-awaited ruling on President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment Friday, months after he was suspended for declaring martial law.
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'Heartbreaking' floods swamp Australia's livestock country
SYDNEY — Whole herds of cattle have drowned in vast inland floods seeping across the Australian outback, officials said Tuesday as the muddy tide drenched an area the size of France.
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