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The European Union imposes sanctions against 16 Iranian individuals and three entities for their role in

International sanctions against Iran — The European Union imposes sanctions against 16 Iranian individuals and three entities for their role in suppressing protests earlier this year. [https://shafaq.com/amp/en/Middle-E

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Kuwaiti authorities arrest 16 people, including two Lebanese nationals, on suspicion of links to Hezbollah

Terrorism in Kuwait — Kuwaiti authorities arrest 16 people, including two Lebanese nationals, on suspicion of links to Hezbollah and involvement in a planned sabotage operation, with weapons, drones, an

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Eleven people are killed and ten others are injured in a massive fire at the Srirama Chandra Bhanja Medical

2024–2026 Cuba blackouts — Eleven people are killed and ten others are injured in a massive fire at the Srirama Chandra Bhanja Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack, Odisha, India. [https://www.hindustanti

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Nepalese activist and Rastriya Swatantra Party member Bhumika Shrestha is confirmed by the Nepalese Election

2026 Nepalese general election — Nepalese activist and Rastriya Swatantra Party member Bhumika Shrestha is confirmed by the Nepalese Election Commission, becoming the first transgender lawmaker elected in Nepal. [

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Modeling suggests the presence of a volatile-rich magma ocean on the exoplanet L 98-59 d, a planet orbiting L

Discoveries of exoplanets — Modeling suggests the presence of a volatile-rich magma ocean on the exoplanet L 98-59 d, a planet orbiting L 98-59, a red dwarf star 35 light-years away from Earth. [https://www.o

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In association football, the Premier League fines Chelsea F.C.

2025–26 Premier League — In association football, the Premier League fines Chelsea F.C. £10.75 million and gives them a two-year suspended transfer ban for making secret payments worth £47 million to unreg

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Several NATO allies of the United States, including Germany, Italy, and Spain, rule out sending warships to

2026 Iran war — Several NATO allies of the United States, including Germany, Italy, and Spain, rule out sending warships to lift the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following a request from U.S.

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The death toll from Lassa fever in Nigeria this year rises to 109.

Vaccination policy of the United States — The death toll from Lassa fever in Nigeria this year rises to 109. [https://punchng.com/lassa-fever-bauchi-ondo-hardest-hit-death-toll-now-109/ ( The Punch )]

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India holds its first phase of elections for 37 seats of the Rajya Sabha.

2026 Rajya Sabha elections — India holds its first phase of elections for 37 seats of the Rajya Sabha. [https://www.cnbctv18.com/india/politics/rajya-sabha-elections-2026-full-list-of-winners-on-37-seats-acros

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Israeli incursions in the West Bank during the Gaza war

Israeli–Palestinian conflict — Israeli incursions in the West Bank during the Gaza war

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Japan announces it will start releasing 80 million barrels of oil from its reserves, the largest such release

Economic impact of the 2026 Iran war — Japan announces it will start releasing 80 million barrels of oil from its reserves, the largest such release in the country's history, in response to disruptions in the oil supply

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At the Academy Awards, One Battle After Another wins six Academy Awards, including Best Picture and the

98th Academy Awards — At the Academy Awards, One Battle After Another wins six Academy Awards, including Best Picture and the inaugural Achievement in Casting award. [https://apnews.com/live/oscars-2026

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The death toll from severe flooding in Kenya rises to 66, according to the Kenya Red Cross Society.

2026 Kenya floods — The death toll from severe flooding in Kenya rises to 66, according to the Kenya Red Cross Society. [https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cz6e5eng03yo (BBC News)]

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Two people are killed and eleven others are hospitalized in serious condition following a meningitis outbreak

2026 Kent meningitis outbreak — Two people are killed and eleven others are hospitalized in serious condition following a meningitis outbreak at the University of Kent in Canterbury, Kent, England. [https://www.b

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The first round of municipal elections takes place in France.

2026 French municipal elections — The first round of municipal elections takes place in France. [https://www.reutersconnect.com/item/the-first-round-of-municipal-elections-in-france/dGFnOnJldXRlcnMuY29tLDIwMjY6bmV3

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The Winter Paralympics conclude in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, with China as the highest-ranked team in the

2026 Winter Paralympics closing ceremony — The Winter Paralympics conclude in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, with China as the highest-ranked team in the medal table. The Paralympic flag is handed over to the organizers of the 2

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Sinners wins four Academy Awards following a record 16 nominations, with Ryan Coogler for original

98th Academy Awards — Sinners wins four Academy Awards following a record 16 nominations, with Ryan Coogler for original screenplay, Michael B. Jordan for lead actor, Autumn Durald Arkapaw for cinematog

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Kazakhstanis vote in a referendum to approve a new constitution.

2026 Kazakh constitutional referendum — Kazakhstanis vote in a referendum to approve a new constitution. [https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/kazakhs-vote-new-constitution-referendum-sunday-2026-03-13/ (Reuters)]

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In para ice hockey, the United States defeats Canada 6–2, completing the three-peat of hockey championships

2026 Winter Paralympics closing ceremony — In para ice hockey, the United States defeats Canada 6–2, completing the three-peat of hockey championships at the Winter Olympics and Paralympics in Italy. [https://apnews.com/art

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North Koreans vote to elect the 687 members of the 15th Supreme People's Assembly.

2026 North Korean parliamentary election — North Koreans vote to elect the 687 members of the 15th Supreme People's Assembly. [https://thediplomat.com/2026/03/a-primer-on-north-koreas-upcoming-parliamentary-election/ ( The

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In auto racing, Mercedes-Benz driver Kimi Antonelli wins his first Formula One Grand Prix after also setting

2026 Chinese Grand Prix — In auto racing, Mercedes-Benz driver Kimi Antonelli wins his first Formula One Grand Prix after also setting his maiden pole position at the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix. He becomes the

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Eight police officers, including the police chief of the Deir al-Balah Governorate, are killed by an Israeli

Israeli–Palestinian conflict — Eight police officers, including the police chief of the Deir al-Balah Governorate, are killed by an Israeli attack on a police vehicle in Az-Zawayda, Palestine. [https://www.breco

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Four people are killed and two others are injured when Israel Defense Forces soldiers open fire on a civilian

Israeli–Palestinian conflict — Four people are killed and two others are injured when Israel Defense Forces soldiers open fire on a civilian car in northern Israeli-occupied West Bank. [https://www.hindustantime

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Five U.S. warplanes are damaged in an Iranian drone strike on Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia.

2026 Iran war — Five U.S. warplanes are damaged in an Iranian drone strike on Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia. [https://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/us-israel-iran-war-news-2026/card/five-air-for

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Seven Indian pilgrims are killed and eight others are injured when a minibus returning from the Manakamana

2026 Afghanistan–Pakistan war — Seven Indian pilgrims are killed and eight others are injured when a minibus returning from the Manakamana Temple veers off a road and plunges down a slope in Gandaki Province, Nep