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Iran calls US demands 'irrational' ahead of Trump war speech
Iran calls US demands 'irrational' ahead of Trump war speech

Iran said Thursday that Washington's demands were "maximalist and irrational" and denied any negotiations were under way on a ceasefire to end the war in the Middle East, as President Donald Trump prepared to make a national address on the conflict.

April 01, 2026

Judge allows Woods to leave US for treatment, Ryder Cup captaincy off
Judge allows Woods to leave US for treatment, Ryder Cup captaincy off

A Florida judge ruled Wednesday that Tiger Woods can leave the United States to seek "comprehensive inpatient treatment" after his arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence.

April 01, 2026

Astronauts blast off for historic US lunar journey
Astronauts blast off for historic US lunar journey

Four astronauts blasted off aboard a massive NASA rocket Wednesday on a long-anticipated journey around the Moon, the first crewed lunar flyby in more than 50 years.

April 01, 2026

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Arsenal resist Chelsea rally to reach women's Champions League semis
Arsenal resist Chelsea rally to reach women's Champions League semis

Defending champions Arsenal withstood a late Chelsea onslaught to book their place in the women's Champions League semi-finals despite a 1-0 defeat at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday to progress 3-2 on aggregate.

April 01, 2026

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Tuchel casts doubt on Foden's World Cup chances
Tuchel casts doubt on Foden's World Cup chances

Thomas Tuchel said Phil Foden's place in England's World Cup squad is "not a guarantee" after failing once more to hit peak form for the Three Lions.

April 01, 2026