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A non‑combat fire broke out aboard the USS Gerald R. Ford CVN‑78 aircraft carrier while it was deployed in the Red Sea as part of U.S. operations linked to the US‑Iran war. The blaze began in the ship’s laundry area and was quickly contained, and two U.S. sailors were injured with non‑life‑threatening wounds, according to U.S. military officials.

US President Trump warns Iranian footballers of "life-threatening risks" on US soil during the 2026 World Cup. As tensions escalate and a boycott looms, get the latest on the FIFA security crisis.

The countdown to the 2026 Oscars has already begun. With just a few days left until experiencing the big awards night, take a look at this year’s nominated movies that have kept their spark alive after months of their release.

Ahead of the release of its sequel, Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar is coming back to cinemas. The sequel, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, is set to release on March 19 worldwide.

Earlier on Thursday, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian outlined three conditions for ending the conflict with the US and Israel, stating that any resolution must recognise Iran’s legitimate rights and ensure the country is not subjected to future attacks.

Amid the ongoing US‑Iran war, US President Donald Trump has claimed that American forces effectively won the conflict within the first hour of “Operation Epic Fury”, saying the military dealt decisive blows to Iran’s capabilities early on.

60-year-old British tourist arrested in Dubai for filming missiles attack amid Iran war

Iran’s state media broadcast a written message from newly appointed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, marking his first public statement since succeeding his late father amid the ongoing US‑Israel‑Iran war. The message, read out on state television rather than delivered in person, urged unity at home and reaffirmed Iran’s stance in the conflict.

Rashmika Mandanna has reacted to a viral audio clip in which her mother allegedly talks about her break up with Rakshit Shetty. Rashmika has threatened to legal action against those circulating the clip.

It's only at crisis times like this that we wonder how LPG became India’s main cooking fuel. Once used mostly by urban and affluent households, LPG saw nationwide adoption through subsidies and schemes. Here is that story

The foundation of this conspiracy lies in the devastating February 28 US-Israeli airstrikes. The bombardment on the Supreme Leader's central Tehran compound didn't just kill his father. It also killed Mojtaba’s mother, his wife, one of his sons, and several other family members.

China has 56 officially recognised ethnic groups, dominated by the Han Chinese, who account for more than 91% of the country’s 1.4 billion people. The ethnic minority populations, like Tibetans, Mongols, Hui, Manchus, and Uyghurs, live in regions that cover roughly half of the country’s land.

As the US‑Iran war unfolds, the growing role of artificial intelligence in modern warfare is raising serious questions—especially after a deadly strike on a school in Iran that killed dozens of children. Advanced AI tools are being used to process battlefield data, identify targets and accelerate strikes far faster than traditional methods, prompting debates over accuracy, accountability, and potential civilian harm in future conflicts.

Breaking the standoff? Despite reported IPL-link tensions, SunRisers Leeds snaps up Pakistan’s Abrar Ahmed for £190,000. See the full The Hundred 2026 auction results and the IPL-Pakistan connection.

The disruption has affected both domestic households and commercial establishments, with restaurants and eateries in cities such as Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Mumbai warning that they may have to scale down operations if the situation persists.

Medtech giant Stryker faces a global crisis after an Iran-linked group wiped 200,000 devices on March 11, 2026. The attack impacts 56,000 staff and medical supply chains.

Two Indian teams at once? From the England tour to defending Gold in Japan, check the "non-stop" Indian cricket schedule after IPL 2026. No rest for the Men in Blue!

Mojtaba Khamenei vows revenge for ‘crimes’ against Iran, warns of more attacks on US bases

Amid the ongoing US‑Iran war, US President Donald Trump has sent mixed signals about when and how the conflict might end. At times he has hinted that the war could conclude “soon” because there is “practically nothing left to target,” suggesting a swift end, while at other moments he has insisted the military campaign must continue until all objectives are met.