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17 killed at pro-Iran protests across Pakistan
What future for Iranian leadership after Khamenei's death?
What future for Iranian leadership after Khamenei's death?

The killing of Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and the ongoing US-Israeli bombing campaign have ushered in a period of uncertainty for the country's leadership.

March 01, 2026

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'Scream 7' makes a killing at N. America box office
'Scream 7' makes a killing at N. America box office

"Scream 7" slayed the competition at the North American box office, setting a franchise record with $64.1 million in its opening weekend, industry estimates showed Sunday.

March 01, 2026

Thousands stranded as Iran conflict shuts Mideast hubs
Thousands stranded as Iran conflict shuts Mideast hubs

The biggest disruption to global air transport since the Covid pandemic snarled travel for a second day on Sunday, with thousands of flights affected and busy Gulf hubs including Dubai and Doha shuttered as Iran lashed out after US-Israeli strikes.

March 01, 2026

Samson's 97 puts India into T20 World Cup semi-final against England
Samson's 97 puts India into T20 World Cup semi-final against England

Sanju Samson's sparkling unbeaten 97 kept alive India's dream of retaining the T20 World Cup at home as they knocked out the West Indies with a five-wicket win in Kolkata on Sunday to set up a semi-final against England.

March 01, 2026

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Man Utd climb to third, Fulham sink sorry Spurs
Man Utd climb to third, Fulham sink sorry Spurs

Benjamin Sesko stretched his hot streak with the winning goal as Manchester United beat Crystal Palace 2-1 to go third in the Premier League, while Tottenham failed to dispel relegation fears after defeat at Fulham.

March 01, 2026

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Blasts in Kabul as Afghan govt says responding to Pakistan attacks
Blasts in Kabul as Afghan govt says responding to Pakistan attacks

Explosions were heard in the Afghan capital Kabul Sunday, AFP journalists said, with the Taliban government saying they were responding to aerial Pakistan attacks.

March 01, 2026