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South Africa score 5-wicket win over Zimbabwe, will face New Zealand in semis
South Africa survived a brilliant all-round show by Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza to record a five-wicket win Sunday that means they remained unbeaten at the T20 World Cup ahead of a semifinal against New Zealand on Wednesday.
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March 02, 2026
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Samson helps India advance to T20 World Cup semi-finals
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 semifinal against England.
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March 02, 2026
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Belgium seizes Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker
Belgium said Sunday its special forces had boarded and seized an oil tanker from the “shadow fleet” Russia uses to circumvent Western sanctions over the war in Ukraine, in an overnight operation.
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March 02, 2026
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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.
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March 02, 2026
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Blackpink returns with new release after more than 3 years
K-pop superstars Blackpink released their new EP, titled DEADLINE, the first release from the group in more than three years since their second full-length album in 2022.
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March 02, 2026
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Travellers delay bookings, seek refundable fares
Travellers in the UAE and Gulf countries are rebooking, prioritising refundable fares, and looking at alternative destinations and routes amid the ongoing military conflict in the region, according to travel agents.
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March 02, 2026
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Cheers, music, anger: World reacts as Khamenei is killed
Cheers and mourning in Iran.
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March 02, 2026
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Bitcoin tumbles below $63,000 as war risk aversion sweeps markets
Bitcoin slid sharply over the weekend, dropping below $63,000 after news of a joint US-Israel military strike against Iran rattled global markets and triggered a broad risk-off move across digital assets.
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March 02, 2026
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Neil Sedaka, US singer and songwriter, dies at 86
American singer and songwriter Neil Sedaka, who had a string of chart-topping hits in the 1960s and 1970s with songs like Laughter in the Rain, has died at age 86, his family said.
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March 02, 2026
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Gold price may jump to Dh650 in Dubai today
Gold and silver prices are likely to jump up to five per cent when markets open in Dubai and globally on Monday as demand for safe-haven assets picks up amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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March 02, 2026
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Iran conflict disrupts thousands of flights as travel chaos deepens
• Middle Eastern airport hubs remain closed or restricted; • Airlines reroute or cancel flights, affecting global schedules; • Risk of prolonged disruption from regional conflicts
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March 02, 2026
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Ministry denies links to scam numbers
The Ministry of Interior firmly denied any association between itself or its affiliated agencies and communications made from the number (70614213) or similar numbers, confirming that such calls are fraudulent attempts involving impersonation and electronic fraud.
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March 02, 2026
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UAE retailers assure no food shortages and price changes
Some retailers in the UAE have reiterated that they have enough supplies to cater to the needs of the public, amidst the ongoing regional unrest and closure of airspace.
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March 02, 2026
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Drug-related killings continue after Duterte
Drug-related killings continue in the Philippines even as a seemingly soft-spoken president has replaced the one who is facing accusations at the International Criminal Court (ICC) of ordering the deaths of tens of thousands of suspected narcotic dependents.
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March 02, 2026
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Iran conflict may trigger unprecedented cyberattacks
Geopolitical conflicts in the past two decades have normalised the use of cyber warfare, where digital strikes are integrated into broader military strategies.
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March 02, 2026
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More than 1,500 flights cancelled across GCC, Middle East countries
More than 1,500 inbound flights were cancelled across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Middle Eastern countries as of 4 pm UAE time on Sunday, according to Cirium.
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March 02, 2026
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The Iran Conflict
Impact will depend on duration of conflict
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March 02, 2026
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Residents can now keep passports as per new UK eVisa system
UAE residents applying for a UK visa will now be able to hold on to their passports while their applications are being processed.
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March 02, 2026
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Indian Consulate to assist nationals stranded in UAE
Embassy had issued an advisory asking Indians to avoid unnecessary travel
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March 02, 2026
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UAE bourses to remain closed till March 3 amid regional tensions
The UAE bourses Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and Dubai Financial Market will remain closed on Monday and Tuesday due to the ongoing tensions in the region, the regulatory authority said on Sunday.
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March 02, 2026
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Pop-soul star Olivia Dean sweeps Brit Awards
British singer-songwriter Olivia Dean triumphed at the Brit Awards, claiming four prizes at the UK’s biggest annual music celebration held for the first time in Manchester, northwest England.
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March 02, 2026
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Iran's supreme leader Khamenei in dates
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been Iran's hardline spiritual guide and top political authority since 1989, when he succeeded Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini as supreme leader.
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March 02, 2026
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Indian govt urged to repatriate students stuck in Tehran
Leaders of Jammu & Kashmir students' groups are urging the Indian government to help in the eventual evacuation of about 1,200 Kashmiri students who are studying in Iran.
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March 02, 2026
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Saudi intercepts missile attacks
Saudi Arabia on Sunday intercepted Iranian missiles targeting Riyadh's international airport and the Prince Sultan Airbase, which houses US military personnel, a Gulf source briefed on the matter told AFP.
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March 02, 2026
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Khamenei killed
UAE warns Iran its retaliatory actions have further isolated it at a critical time
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March 02, 2026
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Some 60 French-owned or -flagged commercial ships blocked in Gulf
Some 60 French-owned or -flagged commercial vessels are currently blocked in the Gulf, because of threats in the Strait of Hormuz related to the Iran war, a French shipping executive told AFP.
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March 02, 2026
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Pacquiao-Mayweather 2: Fight is real, not an exhibition, promoters say
Days after the official announcement, the buzz around the rematch between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather is still not dying —after all, this has been more than a decade in the making.
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March 02, 2026
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GCC condemns brutal Iranian attack on Duqm Port, oil tanker off the coast of Oman
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) strongly condemned the Iran attack on Duqm Port and an oil tanker off the coast of Oman.
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March 02, 2026
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GCC faces 'unjustified' strikes, Gargash says
Gulf countries are working to contain a fast-moving regional escalation after recent attacks targeted cities and facilities across the region, according to Dr Anwar Gargash, the Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President.
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March 02, 2026
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Careem says customers may see delivery delays
The CEO of Dubai-based Careem, a food delivery and ride-hailing app, said it prioritises rider safety among recent regional developments.
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