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• Bangladesh defeated Pakistan in the 2nd Test match of Pakistan's 2026 tour of Bangladesh. • Bangladesh posted scores of 278 and 390, while Pakistan managed 232 and 358 in their respective innings. • The result highlights Bangladesh's dominance in the series, securing a victory through superior batting and bowling performances.

Wealth tax criticized by billionaires and Gavin Newsom would levy a one-time 5% tax on residents worth over $1bnA controversial proposal in California to issue a wealth tax on billionaires has gained enough signatures to qualify for the ballot in November, state officials announced on Wednesday.The news is set to intensify an already heated debate around the tax, which has pitted tech moguls and the state’s governor, Gavin Newsom, against the labor unions backing the measure. Continue reading...

Funds meant for Secret Service were transferred to project president promised would be financed by private donationsUS politics live – latest updatesDonald Trump’s administration has quietly redirected $352m in federal funds designated for the Secret Service toward the president’s controversial White House ballroom project, despite repeated promises by Trump that the construction would be financed by private donationsThe funds were drawn from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, Trump’s signature tax legislation passed last summer on Republican-only votes. The law stipulates the money may only be spent on Secret Service personnel, training facilities, technology and related costs, not construction. Continue reading...

• Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Indian Premier League 2026 Final, posting 161/5 in 18 overs against GT's 155/8. • Virat Kohli played a pivotal role in the victory, scoring 75 runs off 42 balls and achieving his fastest IPL fifty of his 19-season career. • The win secures the championship for RCB, marking a historic milestone for the franchise and Kohli.

• England secured a victory over Pakistan in the 45th match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 Group 2, finishing with 166/8 after 19.1 overs. • Pakistan posted a total of 164/9, but England's batting effort, highlighted by a critical knock under pressure, overcame the target despite Harry Brook being dismissed by Afridi on the final ball of his spell. • This win is significant as England becomes the first team in the tournament to officially secure a place in the semi-finals.

• The West Indies secured a victory against Sri Lanka in the 1st T20I of the 2026 tour, reaching 149/3 in 19.2 overs. • Sri Lanka struggled to keep pace, finishing their innings at 147/9, with Shai Hope contributing a significant 65 runs off 54 balls. • This result gives the West Indies an early lead in the series, demonstrating their dominance in the opening match.

• South Africa Women (RSAW) have reached a score of 127/8 after 16.5 overs in their Group A clash against Pakistan Women (PAKW) during the 11th match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026. • Pakistan Women previously posted a total of 126/9, leaving South Africa needing only a few more runs to secure a victory. • The match is currently in its final stages, with Ayabonga Khaka and Shabnim Ismail at the crease for South Africa.

Dig at Boston site reveals ammunition intriguing finds from 1775 clash that launched revolutionary war in earnestGenerations of Boston families played and picnicked on the grassy, sloping lawns of the Bunker Hill Monument.Musket balls and other artifacts from one of the American Revolution’s most consequential battles were buried just below their feet the whole time. Continue reading...

• India defeated England in the second semi-final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, scoring 253/7 to surpass England's total of 246/7. • Key contributors for England included Jofra Archer, who scored 19 runs off 4 balls, and Jamie Overton, who added 2 runs off 3 balls. • The result is significant as it eliminates England from the tournament and secures India's place in the World Cup final.

• Global trust in news has reached its lowest point since the Reuters Institute began its annual research in 2015. • Online news video has become a mainstream medium, with 77% of people globally consuming it on a weekly basis. • Digital video now surpasses broadcast TV news in popularity across almost every market, with the exceptions of Denmark, Germany, and the Netherlands.

• India has emerged as a global leader in AI-driven marketing, with Chief Marketing Officers (CMOs) projecting the highest AI-led revenue growth worldwide. • According to a new Boston Consulting Group (BCG) report, Indian marketing leaders are prioritizing the adoption of Generative AI, personalization, and agentic commerce. • This shift matters as it transforms how brands engage customers and manage digital commerce through more autonomous, AI-driven interactions.

• Arsenal and Liverpool are both showing strong interest in signing Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi. • Roma is preparing a £35 million bid for 24-year-old England striker Mason Greenwood, which will include a sell-on clause to entice Marseille. • Manchester City is reportedly targeting Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite as a potential addition to their squad.

• The Korea Republic and Czechia are scheduled to face each other in Match 2 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on June 12, 2026. • This high-stakes international fixture will take place at the Guadalajara Stadium in Guadalajara. • Additionally, Sporting CP is set to play FK Bodo/Glimt in Match 169 of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League on March 17, 2026.

Geochronologists say Antrim coastline’s basalt columns developed over 5.5m years – 8m less than thoughtFor centuries, the tale has been passed from generation to generation: how the Irish giant Finn McCool built the Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland to fight Benandonner, his Scottish rival, by hurling chunks of the Antrim coastline into the sea.Now, scientists have revealed it was intense volcanic activity during a “major globally impacting volcanic event” – and not a legendary battle between two destructive giants – that led to the formation of the coastline’s 40,000 distinctive interlocking basalt columns about 60m years ago. Continue reading...

• Sporting CP is scheduled to face FK Bodo/Glimt in a UEFA Champions League match on March 17, 2026, at the Estádio José Alvalade. • In cricket news, India has handed out two debuts for an upcoming fixture, notably excluding batter Yashasvi Jaiswal from the squad. • The Women's T20 World Cup is generating significant interest with live streaming and squad reports available for the high-profile India vs. Pakistan clash.

• India and Pakistan are facing off in the final of the Asia Cup 2025. • The match is being broadcast with live scores, ball-by-ball commentary, and highlights for viewers in the USA and Canada. • This high-stakes clash represents the tournament's culmination and features one of cricket's most intense international rivalries.

• India A Women are currently leading Pakistan A Women in the 6th Match of Group A at the ACC Women's Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026. • Pakistan A Women were bowled out for 93 runs, while India A Women have reached 97/2 in 10.1 overs to take a commanding lead. • Key individual performances include Vrinda Dinesh scoring 55 off 29 balls and Tejal Hasabnis contributing 12 runs from 5 balls for India.

• Former Scotland international footballer Lou Macari and radio presenter George Bowie were among the Scots recognized in the King's Birthday Honours list. • The honors celebrate a diverse group of individuals who have worked tirelessly to improve society and contribute to their communities. • These awards highlight the achievements of public figures and unsung heroes across Scotland, acknowledging their long-term dedication and service.

Footy Addicts helps amateur players find a game at short notice – and tackles the problem of lonelinessCries of “Boss! Boss! Boss!” emerge from the pitch during a hard-fought game of football in a London park. There aren’t a lot of names used in this game, because most players only met just before kick-off. They were brought together by an app that’s injecting life into grassroots football.Footy Addicts was invented to solve an infuriating problem for amateur players – the late dropout, which can lead to unbalanced teams and ruined games. The app brings together strangers who are desperate to play football, and who can step in after a cancellation to make up the numbers at short notice. Continue reading...

• India chased down West Indies' total of 195/4, reaching 199/5 in 19.2 overs to win the 52nd match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. • Sanju Samson delivered a standout performance for the West Indies, scoring 97 runs off just 50 balls. • This victory secures India's progression to the semifinals, where they are scheduled to face England at the Wankhede Stadium.

The far-right proposal would require the government to put restrictions in place to limit the population by 2050 A national ballot on an unprecedented far-right proposal to limit Switzerland’s population to 10 million concludes this weekend, amid warnings of devastating consequences for the country’s economy if voters back the initiative.A “yes” vote would require the Swiss government to take steps to cap the population at 10 million by 2050, enacting tough restrictions on family reunification, residency permits and asylum if the number reaches 9.5 million before that date. Continue reading...

Jibril Rajoub attended opening match in Mexico but becomes latest football official hit by US visa issues, he saysThe head of the Palestinian Football Association has said he is unable to travel to the United States with other federation heads attending the 2026 Fifa World Cup because he has not been issued a visa.Jibril Rajoub went to the opening match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City on Thursday. But he is among several people accredited to attend the World Cup who have been denied visas or have yet to receive them from the United States. Continue reading...

• Chennai Super Kings defeated Kolkata Knight Riders in the 22nd match of the Indian Premier League 2026. • CSK posted a total of 192/5, featuring a contribution of 31 runs off 22 balls from Rovman Powell, while KKR was restricted to 160/7 in their 20 overs. • The victory strengthens CSK's position in the tournament standings through a dominant batting performance and effective bowling.

• The 2026 World Cup is preparing to kick off with an expanded tournament format, raising questions about how Asian teams will perform. • Previous success for Asian Football Confederation (AFC) teams included Saudi Arabia's 2-1 victory over Argentina and strong group stage performances by South Korea, Australia, and Japan. • This tournament matters as it tests whether AFC nations can translate past individual upsets into consistent deep runs within a larger competition.

• The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the largest and most complex edition of the tournament to date, promising an expanded scale of competition. • Diplomatic tensions between the United States and Iran have created significant logistical hurdles, leading the Iranian football federation to consider playing its matches in Mexico. • These concerns center on security, travel restrictions, and visa access for the Iranian team, casting a shadow over the event's preparations.

• Sri Lanka A and India A are facing off in the 4th match of the Tri Nation A Series 2026 held in Sri Lanka. • The event is being broadcast with live scores, ball-by-ball commentary, and highlights for viewers in the USA and Canada via Cricbuzz. • This match is part of a broader cricket schedule that includes several women's international fixtures involving teams from the UAE, Philippines, China, and Japan.

• Multiple international football matches are currently underway or completed, featuring teams from Europe and the Women's League A. • Key results include Sweden defeating Denmark 4-1, while Spain secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Iceland. • Ongoing matches show England leading Ukraine 2-0 and France leading Ireland 1-0, both around the 52nd to 53rd minute.

• Global conflicts have surged to their highest levels since World War II, according to data from the Uppsala Conflict Data Program. • Conflict-related fatalities reached a record high in 2025, with approximately 244,600 people killed. • This spike represents the deadliest year for conflict-related deaths since the program began tracking data in 1994.