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Hegseth says US sub sank Iranian warship off Sri Lanka
By Uditha Jayasinghe GALLE, Sri Lanka, March 4 (Reuters) - A U.S. submarine sank an Iranian warship off the southern coast of Sri Lanka, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Wednesday. Sri Lankan Foreign minister Vijitha Herath had earlier told parliament 180 people were on board the Iranian vessel, which he identified as the IRIS Dena. A ship named IRINS Dena was listed as taking part
Satellite images show Iranian navy and nuclear sites hit by US-Israeli strikes
US-Israeli strikes have destroyed at least 11 Iranian naval vessels, images reviewed by BBC Verify show.
US sinks Iranian warship as bombardment of Iran intensifies
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The U.S. sank an Iranian warship in international waters, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Wednesday, as it intensified its bombardment with Israel of Iran's security forces and other symbols of power. Tehran vowed to completely destroy the Middle East's military and economic infrastructure — signaling the war ...
Turkey says NATO defences destroyed incoming missile from Iran
By Tuvan Gumrukcu ANKARA, March 4 (Reuters) - Turkey said that NATO air defences destroyed a ballistic missile fired from Iran as it headed into Turkish airspace on Wednesday, marking the first time the alliance member has been drawn into the expanding Middle East conflict. It was unclear where the missile was headed, but a NATO spokesperson said the trans-Atlantic defence bloc condemned Iran's
Takeaways from the Texas and North Carolina primaries
Voters in three states headed to the polls for the first primary day of the 2026 midterm elections on Tuesday, with the big story being a pair of Texas Senate primaries that both seemed to break quite well for Democrats’ majority hopes.
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ATP cancels tournament in United Arab Emirates after drone strikes
A tennis tournament being played in the United Arab Emirates that saw players flee the court on Tuesday has now been cancelled.
Pedri sends out heartfelt message after Barcelona’s Copa del Rey exit
The midfielder says there’s plenty still to play for.
Men's college basketball games today: Schedule, times, how to watch for March 4
Here's the full NCAA men's basketball schedule, for March 4, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.
Ruud Gullit says modern football is 'garbage' - but Arsenal's success tells a different story
While critics call it ugly, Mikel Arteta's side may be showing the modern blueprint for winning titles.
Forget April! Mike Tyson vs. Floyd Mayweather loses date, Congo location in doubt
A Floyd Mayweather vs. Mike Tyson exhibition match is still in the works, but it won’t be happening on April 25th as planned. That’s according to veteran boxing reporter Dan Rafael, who shared an update on the fight via his socials. “Been much discussion about the Mike Tyson – Floyd Mayweather exhibition taking place April […]
SJSU volleyball scandal lawsuit could be impacted by Supreme Court trans athlete cases after judge's decision
Transgender athlete lawsuit against San Jose State moves forward as federal Judge Kato Crews defers Title IX ruling pending Supreme Court decision expected in June.
Yankees tabbed to trade 2024 Rookie of the Year Luis Gil for infield help
The New York Yankees are pushed to make one more trade before the 2026 MLB season, shipping out the 2024 Rookie of the Year.
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Is there any point in resisting face scanning? Yep. And you should
Police already use facial recognition to identify people. But refusing to opt in when there's a choice, in places like airports, can still matter.
This major US airline can now boot passengers who don't wear headphones
United Airlines added a new rule that could ban passengers who don't use headphones when listening to audio on their devices.
Steve Toth defeats Dan Crenshaw in Republican primary upset
Republican state Rep. Steve Toth insisted he is more MAGA than Crenshaw.
Tom Hanks' son Chet trapped in Medellin after using Greek passport for Colombia trip goes wrong
Tom Hanks' son Chet Hanks stranded in Medellin, Colombia due to passport mix-up, shares predicament on Instagram while fans joke about situation.
'Sinners' takes top prize at the Actor Awards, setting up an Oscar showdown
After a near awards-season sweep by “One Battle After Another,” “Sinners” won best ensemble at the Screen Actors Guild’s 32nd Actor Awards on Sunday, shaking up the Oscar race and setting up a potential nail-biter finale in two weeks at the Academy Awards. The guild’s awards, formerly known as the SAG Awards, are one of the most closely watched Osc...
Where Trump appears vulnerable on the Iran war
Plus, Cornyn and Paxton are headed to a runoff in their heated Republican Senate primary in Texas as Democrat Talarico beat Crockett.
Woody Harrelson roasts Harrison Ford during Life Achievement Award, scolds audience for not laughing enough
The "Cheers" star's friend faced a tough crowd, which he joked was by design.
Live updates: Cornyn, Paxton move to runoff; Texas Supreme Court order complicates Dallas vote count
Sen. John Cornyn (R) is headed for a May 26 Texas Senate runoff against Attorney General Ken Paxton after neither candidate got the necessary 50-percent-plus-one support they needed in Tuesday’s GOP primary. Democratic candidate James Talarico has taken a slim lead in the Texas Senate primary against Rep. Jasmine Crockett. But a Texas Supreme Court order halting a Dallas…