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Lunar New Year heartache for Chinese team at Women's Asian Cup
Texas primaries launch midterm battle with Trump agenda at stake
Texas primaries launch midterm battle with Trump agenda at stake

The US primary season launches on Tuesday, setting the stage for midterm elections that could reshape Washington's balance of power -- and determine the trajectory of President Donald Trump's remaining time in office.

March 02, 2026

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How a Syrian refugee chef met Britain's King Charles
How a Syrian refugee chef met Britain's King Charles

Pots clanged and oil sizzled inside the London kitchen of Syrian chef Imad Alarnab, as the former refugee who fled his country's civil war recalled hosting King Charles III.

March 02, 2026

Bangladesh tackle gender barriers to reach Women's Asian Cup
Bangladesh tackle gender barriers to reach Women's Asian Cup

Bangladesh's national football team face daunting odds at their first-ever Women's Asian Cup, but have already scored a major victory by qualifying.

March 02, 2026

Iran war spreads across region as Israel strikes Hezbollah
Iran war spreads across region as Israel strikes Hezbollah

Israel bombarded Lebanon on Monday, expanding conflict across the region after the massive Israel-US attack on Iran that President Donald Trump launched to topple Tehran's ruling clerics.

March 02, 2026

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List of key Actor Award winners
List of key Actor Award winners

Here are the winners in key categories for the Actor Awards, which were handed out on Sunday.

March 02, 2026

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CBS in turmoil as US media feels pressure under Trump
CBS in turmoil as US media feels pressure under Trump

CBS, a mainstay of the broadcast television landscape, has been rattled by editorial changes that insiders fear are tied to President Donald Trump's influence, as concerns grow about a broader erosion of media independence in the United States.

March 02, 2026