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Iran war could pave the way for a former fan-favorite track to rejoin the Formula 1 calendar
The conflict involving Iran has disrupted Formula 1’s early-season calendar, with the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix affected. ESPN reports that Malaysia’s Sepang Circuit, a former fan favourite, could return as a replacement if Formula 1 cannot arrange a new date for Bahrain. Sepang last hosted Formula 1’s Malaysian Grand Prix and is being…
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Top House Democrat says anti-Israel activists’ threats kept him from town halls for a year
US Representative Adam Smith, the senior Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee, said he has been unable to hold an in-person town hall for more than a year because of threats and harassment from anti-Israel activists. Speaking to the programme Breaking Points, he described the issue as his main concern with parts of the…
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‘What’s happened there?!’ – Buttler and Dawson’s moment to forget
Manchester Super Giants fielders Jos Buttler and Liam Dawson missed a straightforward catch during their men’s Hundred match against London Spirit after a communication mix-up. The error allowed London Spirit batter Kiran Carlson to remain at the crease, underlining the importance of clear calling between fielders. The incident occurred in the London Spirit v Manchester…
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UK armed forces ‘ready to defend country’ following Iran warning over US bombers
The UK government says its armed forces are prepared to defend the country against Iranian missile attacks after Tehran warned that RAF Fairford could be targeted. The warning follows the use of the Gloucestershire base by US bombers during strikes on Iran, increasing concern that British facilities could become involved in the wider conflict. Ministers…
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Chilling text reality TV star and former IDF soldier sent to friends waiting for him in lobby of posh Miami hotel moments before he plunged from 28th floor
Israeli reality television figure and former Israel Defence Forces soldier Yakir Levi died after falling from the 28th floor of a luxury hotel in Miami. The report focuses on a text message he allegedly sent shortly before the fall, while friends were waiting for him in the hotel lobby. The article title does not provide…
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‘BMF’ Star Da’Vinchi Joins ‘Chicago Fire’ For Season 15
Da’Vinchi, known for playing Terry Flenory in Starz’s BMF, has joined NBC’s Chicago Fire as a series regular for its 15th season. He will play Marcus Burke, a firefighter candidate at Firehouse 51, adding a new character as the long-running procedural enters a period of cast continuity and leadership change. Season 15 premieres on 7…
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Dubai offering £600 rewards to residents who convince friends to visit after Iran war saw tourist numbers plummet
Dubai is reportedly offering residents rewards of up to £600 for persuading friends to visit, following a sharp fall in tourist numbers linked to the Iran war. The initiative appears intended to revive visitor confidence and support Dubai’s tourism-dependent economy during a period of regional instability. The article’s headline does not specify how the scheme…
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EU gives antritrust approval to the Saudi-led $55 billion takeover of EA
The European Commission has approved the Saudi-led $55 billion takeover of Electronic Arts on antitrust grounds, finding it is unlikely to harm competition in gaming and esports markets. The decision is an important advance for what could become the largest leveraged buyout in history, although the transaction still needs further regulatory clearance. The EU is…
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EA’s $55B Saudi Arabian buyout just got one step closer thanks to the EU
The European Commission has approved Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund-led $55 billion acquisition of Electronic Arts, finding that the deal is unlikely to harm competition in relevant gaming and esports markets. The approval removes one of the last major regulatory obstacles, bringing the proposed takeover closer to completion and potentially making it the largest private…
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For a 2nd time, House approves resolution to end the war in Iran in a rebuke to Trump
The US House of Representatives has again approved a resolution calling for American forces to be removed from hostilities with Iran, signalling growing congressional opposition to the war and to President Trump’s handling of it. Although the measure is not legally binding, it is a second symbolic rebuke of a conflict that Congress did not…