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UK to provide over $6 million in emergency funding for Lebanon aid
March 15 (Reuters) - British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper on Sunday said the UK will provide over 5 million pounds ($6.62 million) of emergency funding to support humanitarian work of the Lebanese government amid conflict in the region."Today, I am mobilising over 5 million pounds in emergenc...Reuters
Mon, Mar 16
Trump demands other countries help protect Strait of Hormuz
AIR FORCE ONE, March 15 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday he is demanding that other countries help protect the Strait of Hormuz, adding that Washington is in talks with several nations about policing the critical shipping lane for oil and gas.Reuters
Mon, Mar 16
Australia will not send naval ships to help reopen Strait of Hormuz
By Alasdair Pal SYDNEY, March 16 (Reuters) - Australia will not send naval ships to assist in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a government minister said on Monday. "We won't be sending a ship to the Strait of Hormuz. We know how incredibly important that is, but that's not something ...Reuters
Sun, Mar 15
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ wins best animated feature Oscar
By Danielle BroadwayLOS ANGELES, March 15 (Reuters) - “KPop Demon Hunters” won the Oscar for best animated feature on Sunday, capping a record-breaking run after becoming Netflix’s most‑watched film ever on its 2025 debut."For those of you who look like me, I'm so sorry that it took us so lo...Reuters
Sun, Mar 15
UK to provide over $6 million in emergency funding for Lebanon aid
March 15 (Reuters) - British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper on Sunday said the UK will provide over 5 million pounds ($6.62 million) of emergency funding to support humanitarian work of the Lebanese government amid conflict in the region.Cooper also condemned Hezbollah's attacks against Israel ...Reuters
Sun, Mar 15
China argues US 'abusing' Section 301 again
BEIJING, March 16 (Reuters) - China has made representations to the United States against its unfair trade investigation looking into forced labour, saying the Trump administration has abused the legislation, the Chinese commerce ministry said on Monday.U.S. Trade Representative's office said la...Reuters
Sun, Mar 15
Tennis-Sinner triumphs over Medvedev to secure first Indian Wells title
INDIAN WELLS, California, March 15 (Reuters) - Jannik Sinner claimed his maiden Indian Wells title on Sunday, defeating Daniil Medvedev 7-6(6) 7-6(4) in a polished display of hard-court excellence under the California desert sun.The Italian was imperious throughout, finishing with 28 winners, 10 ace...Reuters
Sun, Mar 15
RPT-‘KPop Demon Hunters’ wins best animated feature Oscar
By Danielle BroadwayLOS ANGELES, March 15 (Reuters) - “KPop Demon Hunters” won the Oscar for best animated feature on Sunday, capping a record-breaking run after becoming Netflix’s most‑watched film ever upon its 2025 debut. The action‑packed feature was also nominated for best original song for “Go...Reuters
Sun, Mar 15
Saudi crown prince, UAE president say continued Iranian attacks on GCC states threaten regional security
March 16 (Reuters) - Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan affirmed in a phone call that continued Iranian attacks on Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries represent a dangerous escalation threatening regional security and sta...Reuters
Sun, Mar 15
France's Macron urges Iran to cease regional attacks, restore Hormuz navigation
March 15 (Reuters) - French President Emmanuel Macron said on Sunday he had asked Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to put an immediate end to attacks against countries in the Middle East whether directly or through proxies, including in Lebanon and Iraq. "I reminded him that France is acting ...Reuters
Sun, Mar 15
Soccer-Mexico breaks Guinness World Record for largest soccer class ahead of World Cup
9,500 participants break previous record of 1,038 in SeattleEvent part of "Social World Cup" campaign, promotes soccer as universal languageCelebration amid national tension due to recent cartel violenceBy Angelica Medina MEXICO CITY, March 15 (Reuters) - Thousands of Mexicans packed ...Reuters
Sun, Mar 15
France's Macron urges Iran to cease attacks against Middle East countries
March 15 (Reuters) - French President Emmanuel Macron has asked Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to put an immediate end to the attacks Iran is carrying out against countries in the region, whether directly or through proxies, including in Lebanon and Iraq, Macron said in an X post on Sunday.Reuters
Sun, Mar 15
North Korea holds Supreme People's Assembly election, KCNA reports
By Jack Kim and Heejin KimSEOUL, March 16 (Reuters) - North Korea held an election for the Supreme People's Assembly on Sunday, state media KCNA said, to select delegates to the legislature that formally approves state policy and appoints the country's top officials.Nearly 99.99% of eligible...Reuters
Sun, Mar 15
RPT-ANALYSIS-Honda's $15.7 billion EV writedown is painful, but China challenges loom down the road
By Daniel Leussink TOKYO, March 13 (Reuters) - Honda's 7267.T $15.7 billion writedown of its electric vehicle business is not just a painful reversal of its strategy for the U.S.; it also highlights more challenges to come from China, where it faces a widening technological gap.On Thursday, J...Reuters
Sun, Mar 15
Tennis-Sabalenka ends Indian Wells hoodoo with epic three-set victory over Rybakina
March 15 (Reuters) - World number one Aryna Sabalenka finally conquered her Indian Wells demons on Sunday, defeating Elena Rybakina 3-6 6-3 7-6(6) in a breathless final to claim the desert title for the first time and secure her 23rd career crown.The victory was sweet redemption for the Belarusian, ...Reuters
Sun, Mar 15
North Korea holds Supreme People's Assembly election, KCNA reports
SEOUL, March 16 (Reuters) - North Korea held an election for the Supreme People's Assembly on Sunday, state media KCNA said, to select delegates to the legislature that formally approves state policy and appoints the country's top officials.Nearly 99.99% of eligible voters had cast their bal...Reuters
Sun, Mar 15
