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Elon Musk stated late Saturday that Dubai and the UAE are objectively safer and better run than many European areas, hours after Iran fired 137 missiles and 209 drones at UAE sites in retaliation for U.S. and Israeli strikes. UAE defenses intercepted most, but debris caused fires, one death in Abu Dhabi, injuries at Dubai airport, and flight suspensions. Videos showed lively night scenes in Dubai, backed by Numbeo data ranking Abu Dhabi (88.9 safety) and Dubai (83.9) far above London or Paris, though critics noted geopolitical risks, strict laws, and Europe's petty crime issues.

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As Iranian missiles lit up UAE skies, families strolled Dubai's streets past the Burj Khalifa, sharing videos of calm amid the alerts.

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The 31-year-old golfer fired a final-round 65 to finish at 22-under at the Visa Argentina Open in Buenos Aires, edging Seung-Yul Noh and Chris Korte by one stroke on the short par-4 18th. A fan's $15,000 donation from a 2020 fundraiser kept his dream alive during tough times, including a car crash last year and near-misses like a PGA Tour card last fall. The victory earns him a spot in The Open Championship at Royal Birkdale this summer, marking a hard-fought breakthrough after turning pro in 2016.

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Four years after nearly quitting golf and sleeping in his car, Alistair Docherty drained a birdie on the 72nd hole, tears in his eyes as champagne rained down.

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Aurélien Tchouaméni scored early for Real Madrid, but Borja Iglesias equalized before Valverde's clutch strike sealed a 2-1 win, pulling Los Blancos within one point of Barcelona after 27 La Liga games. Interim manager Álvaro Arbeloa took full blame for not playing left-back Ferland Mendy more this season, praising his shutdown defending and attacking contributions after a long injury layoff. Fans lit up with praise for Mendy as Madrid's top full-back when fit, while joking about Arbeloa's habit of owning every setback. The result eases pressure ahead of a Champions League clash with Manchester City.

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Federico Valverde unleashed a 94th-minute screamer to snatch victory for Real Madrid on the club's 124th birthday, with Ferland Mendy's commanding return stealing the show.

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Kieran Tierney opened the scoring in the fifth minute from Liam Scales' knockdown, only for Aberdeen's Kevin Nisbet to equalize from the penalty spot. Nygren restored Celtic's lead in the 67th minute off James Forrest's pass, a call upheld by VAR despite Aberdeen boss Peter Leven's protests over the single offside line used. Keeper Viljami Sinisalo's key saves secured the three points, lifting Celtic above Rangers and five behind leaders Hearts in a tense title chase.

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Celtic scraped a gritty 2-1 win at Pittodrie, but Benjamin Nygren's decisive goal ignited a heated VAR offside row that has fans and pundits divided.

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Mario Nawfal and Grit & Grace hosted an X Space discussion focusing on narratives about Iran, including potential war, avoiding conflict, and related global events involving Russia and Putin. Users promoted the live audio session and encouraged participation through reposts, joins, and debates.

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During Bridgerton Season 4 promotions at a Seoul event hosted by Fast Paper, Korean-Australian actress Yerin Ha, who plays Sophie Baek, struck playful poses in a flowing white dress alongside the cutout of Luke Thompson's character. She mimicked ballroom moves from the show, hugged it, and burst into laughter, delighting fans who shared the clip widely. Their real-life chemistry from interviews, like Ha shyly admitting she loves watching Thompson act, has fans shipping 'Lukerin' and joking the cutout was his stunt double since he skipped the Korea stop. Ha's bubbly energy and ethereal styling have won over Bridgerton fans as hype builds for the fairy-tale romance season.

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Yerin Ha couldn't contain her giggles in Seoul, high-fiving and twirling with a life-size cardboard cutout of her on-screen love, Benedict Bridgerton.

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The Croatian star earned an 8.4 Sofascore rating, creating two big chances, delivering four key passes including the assist for Strahinja Pavlović's 89th-minute goal, and completing 88% of his passes. Rafael Leão sealed the win in the 94th minute, keeping Milan second in Serie A with 57 points from 27 games. Since joining from Real Madrid last summer, Modrić has started nearly every match, leading the league in pass completion with two goals and three assists this season, proving his timeless class as Milan's heartbeat.

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At 40 years old, Luka Modrić still owns the midfield like it's his playground, dictating every move in AC Milan's gritty 2-0 victory over Cremonese.

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Former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton spoke out against Prime Minister Viktor Orbán days before Hungary's April 12 parliamentary elections, warning voters against backing a Trump ally. Orbán, who has led since 2010, recently hosted U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who praised strong bilateral ties and Trump's support. Critics dismissed Clinton's comment by noting Orbán's long career predates Trump, while polls show challenger Péter Magyar's Tisza party now leading in a tight race marked by debates over EU policies, migration, and national sovereignty.

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In a video clip shared online, Hillary Clinton urged Hungarians to pick leaders for their own country, not someone she labeled a 'puppet of Trump.' The remark lands as Orbán's party braces for its closest election fight yet.

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The FC Barcelona president, seeking re-election on March 15, drew a big crowd in the Catalan town by speaking from the tractor cab amid supporters. He's leading polls with 65% support among 500 socios surveyed, well ahead of rivals Víctor Font at 18% and Marc Ciria at 10%, with over 140,000 members eligible to vote. Fans enjoyed the stunt, joking about him mowing Camp Nou grass next, while Laporta's flair follows recent acts like cooking macaroni and riding a mechanical bull.

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Dressed in a sharp suit and tie, Joan Laporta gripped the wheel of a green tractor in Mollerussa, waving to cheering fans as he kicked off his final precampaign push.

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Wallace shared the photo Sunday during Torino's 2-0 victory over Lazio, captioning it with respect for Khamenei and criticism of Western imperialism and Zionism. Khamenei, who ruled Iran since 1989, died February 28 at age 86 in Tehran airstrikes amid U.S.-Israeli operations, prompting Iran's 40-day mourning period and varied reactions from grief to private celebrations. Critics quickly condemned Wallace for overlooking Khamenei's record, including harsh crackdowns like the January 2026 protests where thousands reportedly died, while he and ally Clare Daly have long defended Iran against Western policies.

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From the stands at a Torino soccer win, former Irish MEP Mick Wallace held up an Iranian flag to honor Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, moments after the leader's death in Israeli strikes.

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The FC Barcelona president, seeking re-election on March 15, drew a big crowd in the Catalan town by speaking from the tractor cab amid supporters. He's leading polls with 65% support among 500 socios surveyed, well ahead of rivals Víctor Font at 18% and Marc Ciria at 10%, with over 140,000 members eligible to vote. Fans enjoyed the stunt, joking about him mowing Camp Nou grass next, while Laporta's flair follows recent acts like cooking macaroni and riding a mechanical bull.

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Wicked: Part One became a box office hit in November 2024, and its sequel For Good opened to a record $147 million domestically in November 2025, totaling over $343 million in North America. Despite commercial success, Part Two drew mixed reviews for feeling overlong, earned no Oscar nominations unlike the first film's 10 nods and two wins, and faced online backlash including racist memes against Erivo and body-shaming of Grande. Amid the noise, the stars shared a Grammy for 'Defying Gravity' and Erivo's recent NAACP Image Award win, where she thanked Grande, highlighting their enduring friendship as Grande prepares for her tour.

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Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo built a deep bond bringing Glinda and Elphaba to life, but fans feel the franchise's promo run ended without a magical finale.

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The Catholic Church observes the memorial of Saints Cyril, monk, and Methodius, bishop, brothers from Thessalonica, Greece, known as the Apostles to the Slavs. They evangelized Slavic peoples, invented the Glagolitic alphabet, and translated liturgical texts into Old Church Slavonic. They are recognized as co-patrons of Europe alongside Saint Benedict.

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Country music stars Patsy Cline, Cowboy Copas, Hawkshaw Hawkins, and pilot Randy Hughes died in a plane crash near Camden, Tennessee, after encountering severe weather while returning from a benefit concert. Cline was 30 years old and known for hits like 'Crazy,' 'Sweet Dreams,' and 'I Fall to Pieces.' Posts mark the 63rd anniversary of the 1963 tragedy.

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Labour won the Murton by-election on Durham County Council with 50.6% of the vote, gaining the seat from Reform UK who received 39.6%, following the resignation of Councillor David Cumming due to overseas work. The result marks Reform UK's first loss defending a by-election seat.

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Fine particles from North Africa are drifting northward on southerly winds, already covering parts of Spain and France, and set to reach southern England and Wales by Thursday, March 5. Expect hazy conditions, striking amber sunsets on Thursday and Friday, and light residues on surfaces if rain mixes in—though Met Office calls 'blood rain' a misnomer since it's harmless and cosmetic. Air quality may turn moderate to high, especially in southeast England through Sunday, March 8, so those with asthma should check local forecasts and limit time outside during peak haze.

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Picture waking up to deep orange sunrises and cars dusted in a subtle yellowish film—that's what Saharan dust will bring to southern UK skies this week.

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The All-Ireland champions secured their first league win at the venue against Dublin since 2017, thanks to Tony Brosnan's key 57th-minute goal and late scores from Tom O'Sullivan and Seán O'Shea after Dublin's brief rally. Mark O'Shea earned man-of-the-match at midfield, with David Clifford and Seán O'Shea adding vital points from placed balls, while subs Paudie Clifford and Tom O'Sullivan provided fresh energy. Dublin struggled with a blunt attack and Con O'Callaghan's halftime hamstring injury, leaving fans calling the flat contest one of the dullest Kerry-Dublin games ever; now they face a relegation fight with just one win from four.

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Kerry held the lead from start to finish at Croke Park, but the 25,027 fans watched a gritty battle that never quite caught fire.

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Big Brother cuffed housemates Ilano and Matha together as a challenge in Big Brother Mzansi Season 6. The pairing required them to navigate daily activities jointly. It resulted in comedic interactions, arguments, and frustration among the housemates.

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