Four-time world champion continues criticism of regulations despite impressive Australian Grand Prix drive

https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/formula-one/max-verstappen-compares-f1-mario-kart-dig-new-rules-b1274019.html

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Both Australia and the Asian Football Confederation are being tested, not just on the pitch, but on whether they will protect the basic rights of athletes who have already shown immense courage.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/iran-s-brave-players-have-stood-tall-now-australia-must-stand-with-them-20260309-p5o8u1.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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The country’s most sophisticated military surveillance plane could be deployed to help Gulf nations defend against Iranian missile and drone attacks.

https://www.watoday.com.au/politics/federal/australia-weighs-sending-world-class-surveillance-aircraft-to-defend-against-iran-drones-20260309-p5o8rs.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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“People don’t see themselves any more being reflected in the candidates or MPs being put up by the major parties,” says Tracee Hutchison.

https://www.watoday.com.au/politics/victoria/the-former-triple-j-host-targeting-major-party-discontent-in-state-byelection-20260309-p5o8qo.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Zac Lomax is finally off to rugby. Three words in his statement have left rugby league figures – including the coach who gave him his Kangaroos debut – furious.

https://www.watoday.com.au/sport/nrl/i-hope-it-s-the-last-we-see-of-him-the-parting-shot-from-lomax-that-has-enraged-rugby-league-20260309-p5o8uk.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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I’ve been taunted about my ocker twang ever since Pauline Hanson emerged, but I’m getting the last laugh.

https://www.watoday.com.au/lifestyle/life-and-relationships/margot-robbie-and-i-started-out-with-bogan-accents-i-ve-still-got-mine-20260304-p5o7fe.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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ENERGY (H 5151) — The House, 128-27, approved and sent to the Senate legislation that supporters said would result in over $9 billion in savings for utility ratepayers over the next 10 years.

https://www.lowellsun.com/2026/03/09/beacon-hill-roll-call-house-cuts-mass-save-marketing-budget/

The Catholic Church’s social action arm in the Philippines warned Thursday that escalating violence in the Middle East exposes a deeper global vulnerability: the world’s reliance on fossil fuels. Caritas Philippines said the crisis threatens not only to deepen humanitarian suffering but also to trigger economic shocks that could quickly ripple to countries far from […]The post Caritas Philippines calls energy transition a strategy for peace, justice appeared first on Interaksyon.

https://interaksyon.philstar.com/politics-issues/2026/03/09/310243/caritas-philippines-calls-energy-transition-a-strategy-for-peace-justice/

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“Offences of this nature are a despicable breach of trust,” Detective Acting Senior Sergeant Simon Ball said.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/queensland/richlands-massage-therapist-charged-over-alleged-rape-20260309-p5o8ul.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

While the UConn faithful are mentally recovering from their unceremonious loss to Marquette, Dan Hurley’s men have given fans something to help move on from the defeat. Three UConn Huskies were named to the All-Big East First Team, marking the first time in program history the Huskies have had three players earn the honor in […]The post Dan Hurley’s UConn Records First-Ever Big East Milestone appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-basketball-news-dan-hurleys-uconn-records-first-ever-big-east-milestone/

Fixture: (6) Alex de Minaur vs (27) Cameron Norrie

https://www.sportskeeda.com/tennis/indian-wells-2026-alex-de-minaur-vs-cameron-norrie-preview-head-to-head-odds-prediction-betting-tips-bnp-paribas-open

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Machida Zelvia host Gangwon for the second leg of their AFC Champions League clash in the round of 16, aiming to get the job done.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/machida-zelvia-vs-gangwon-prediction-betting-tips-10th-march-2026

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Tom Aspinall recently shared his thoughts on the UFC White House card and questioned why Jon Jones was absent.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/mma/news-what-jon-jones-tom-aspinall-reacts-ufc-white-house-card-featuring-ilia-topuria-justin-gaethje-alex-pereira

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A “towering” elk sculpture made from electrical items has been unveiled for this year’s St Patrick’s Festival in Dublin.

https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/irelands-ancient-elk-is-reborn-to-spotlight-growing-problem-of-electronic-waste-during-st-patricks-festival/a709696819.html

A healthcare assistant has been given a suspended sentence for knocking down a mother and daughter at a pedestrian crossing in a drink and drug-driving “escapade”.

https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/courts/drink-and-drug-driver-knocked-down-mother-and-daughter-at-road-crossing/a1849570079.html

The Government is to face down demands for cuts to motorway tolls to ease the impact of surging fuel prices, even as hauliers threaten major blockades of roads and airports in protest.

https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/supermarkets-would-empty-hospitals-would-struggle-petrol-stations-would-run-out-of-fuel-hauliers-warn-of-crippling-revolt/a524227967.html

The Government has laid out major new AI and digital transformation plans to be rolled out by 2030.

https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/what-is-the-new-eu-digital-identity-wallet-and-will-i-have-to-sign-up-to-it/a1769961835.html

Just 3pc of workers in Ireland say AI has had a significant impact on their jobs but most admit they do not feel secure in their roles.

https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/almost-half-of-workers-worry-about-ai-putting-their-jobs-at-risk/a1638193935.html

A murder investigation has been launched following the discovery of a woman’s body in Co Fermanagh.

https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/body-found-after-road-crash-led-police-to-investigate-property/a1589930908.html

A Dublin man has been charged with organised crime and money laundering offences involving more than €15,000 in crime proceeds.

https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/courts/man-facing-organised-crime-and-money-laundering-charges/a1612505329.html

A senior executive suing his employer in a bitter workplace dispute has admitted accessing the email accounts of two company directors and an employee who made a bullying allegation against him.

https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/courts/senior-executive-suing-employer-over-demotion-admits-secretly-accessing-directors-email-accounts-blaming-stress/a1480422468.html

A senior union negotiator has said stronger remote-working protections for public servants will be a priority at upcoming talks on a new government wage deal.

https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/stronger-remote-working-protections-for-public-servants-to-be-priority-at-upcoming-talks/a361614526.html

A drunken man caught urinating on a footpath asked arresting gardaí: “Have you nothing better to do?”

https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/courts/drunk-man-asked-gardai-if-they-had-nothing-better-to-do/a638449616.html

Dick Vitale slammed Kentucky basketball's reported $22 million NIL roster during their loss to Florida, saying they should have built better with that investment.

https://www.foxnews.com/sports/espn-star-rips-iconic-college-basketball-team-22m-roster-disappointing-season

"In the end, even in their passing, they were not apart for long. They were a living reminder of what lasting love looks like, and we were blessed to witness it."

https://nypost.com/2026/03/08/us-news/beloved-elderly-maryland-couple-of-70-years-died-holding-hands-after-tragic-car-crash/

Daniel Berger controlled the Arnold Palmer Invitational for three days straight, built a five-shot lead, and made one of the best putts of his season just to force a playoff. What happened next came down to a single putt on the 18th and stung a lot longer. His words afterward, though, suggested a man who […]The post Daniel Berger’s Honest Statement After Disappointing Loss at Arnold Palmer Invitational Speaks Volumes appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/golf-news-daniel-berger-s-honest-statement-after-disappointing-loss-at-arnold-palmer-invitational-speaks-volumes/

The Toyota bandwagon has had a mixed start to 2026, filled with wins and controversies. On one side, Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing brought home three consecutive wins in the NASCAR Cup Series. But on the other side, Joe Gibbs Racing has been embroiled in a feisty lawsuit with one of its former employees. And while […]The post Ty Gibbs Lands Backhanded Punch at Chris Gabehart With 3-Word Insult After Nepotism Label appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nascar-news-ty-gibbs-lands-backhanded-punch-at-chris-gabehart-with-three-word-insult-after-nepotism-label-nascar-cup-series-race-phoenix/

California Republicans are calling for Donald Trump to take control of the state's spiraling oil crisis amid concerns it impacts national security.

https://nypost.com/2026/03/08/us-news/republicans-call-for-trump-to-seize-california-oil-production-over-national-security-fears/

There is still an air of uncertainty about whether Travis Kelce will hang up his cleats or return for one last hurrah.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/news-travis-kelce-s-future-chiefs-uncertain-4x-all-pro-te-eyes-playing-franchises-report

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WWE has banned Logan Paul's $1 Million idea. He has now responded.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/news-breaking-wwe-bans-logan-paul-from-huge-move-he-s-forced-to-give-up-1-million-challenge-and-gets-called-b-h-by-top-name

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Arch Manning will be one of the most highly anticipated quarterback prospects of the 2027 NFL draft class, and at least one team is said to already be going "all in" and "all out" on getting him.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/news-nfl-columnist-accuses-8-100-000-000-team-tanking-arch-manning-2026-season

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Christopher Bell's crew chief, Adam Stevens, admitted to his faults after losing Sunday's Straight Talk Wireless 500 at Phoenix Raceway. The No.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/nascar/news-christopher-bell-s-crew-chief-admits-costly-mistake-phoenix-loss-ryan-blaney

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Iyo Sky's former partner finally made her return to the ring after nearly one full year away and would face (and lost to) a former World Champion. She broke her silence after the big return.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/news-iyo-sky-s-former-partner-breaks-silence-following-return-ring-349-days

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A retired former WWE Superstar has just been spotted backstage for one of AEW's most recent shows. They have posted about this and even met up with some top names on the roster.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/aew/news-photo-retired-wwe-star-spotted-backstage-recent-aew-show

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AEW star Will Ospreay's fiancée, Alex Windsor, reached a major milestone. She has been one of the top prospects in the Jacksonville-based promotion over the past few months.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/aew/news-congratulations-aew-star-will-ospreay-s-fiancee-alex-windsor

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Anderson .Paak's movie 'K-POPS!' is a joyful tribute to his Black and Korean heritage that contains many Korean cultural references. Here are some you might have missed.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/reginakim/2026/03/08/k-pops-how-anderson-paaks-movie-references-korean-culture/

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The Rams agreed to a record-breaking contract extension with cornerback Trent McDuffie, per a source with knowledge. After trading for the Pro Bowl cornerback this week, the club awarded him a new contract extension that will make him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history. Cornerback Trent McDuffie (22) was traded by the Chiefs to the Rams...

https://nypost.com/2026/03/08/sports/trent-mcduffie-rams-ok-record-breaking-contract-extension/

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Gavin Newsom was gifted a handgun from a conservative podcaster, but his own gun control laws might keep him from ever actually obtaining the “fabulous” gift.

https://nypost.com/2026/03/08/us-news/newsoms-gun-laws-complicate-firearm-gift-from-podcaster-shawn-ryan/

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René Redzepi, who founded Michelin-starred Noma in Copenhagen, allegedly punched and shoved staff.

https://www.theage.com.au/goodfood/eating-out/chef-accused-of-public-shaming-rituals-at-world-s-best-restaurant-20260309-p5o8rj.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Geelong legend and TV personality Sam Newman is recovering after 10 days in hospital and an operation to widen an artery in his neck.

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/victoria/footy-great-left-slurring-his-words-after-suffering-two-mini-strokes-20260309-p5o8lw.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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The service member died Saturday night from injuries sustained in last week’s attack, officials said

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/american-soldier-killed-iran-war-death-toll-b2934378.html

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The US Central Command has confirmed a seventh American soldier has died from wounds sustained in the early stages of the war with Iran.

https://www.watoday.com.au/world/seventh-us-soldier-dead-20260309-p5o8m3.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

#watoday

There's no sign of de-escalation in the Middle East as Israel launches more strikes on Tehran, while the Farrer by-election is dominating domestic news.The post Wide-scale attacks on Tehran, Australia called for help by Gulf states appeared first on Crikey.

https://www.crikey.com.au/2026/03/09/wide-scale-attacks-on-tehran-australia-called-for-help-by-gulf-states/

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MLB The Show 26 drops this month and the top 100 player ratings are out. What did the videogame get right — and what feels off?

https://fansided.com/mlb/mlb-the-show-early-access-what-they-got-right-and-wrong-with-player-ratings?utm_source=RSS

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The Cardinals' offseason coaching change won't lead to a major change to their kicking game.

https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/cardinals-re-sign-chad-ryland-blake-gillikin

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On the WNBA court, they’re fierce rivals. But at Team USA practice, Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Plum are creating a different kind of buzz, and a viral clip shows exactly why. The USA Women’s basketball team is currently training in Miami for the upcoming FIBA World Cup qualifiers to be held in San Juan, Puerto […]The post Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Plum Turn Heads After Viral Team USA Practice Moment appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/wnba-basketball-news-caitlin-clark-kelsey-plum-turn-heads-after-viral-team-usa-practice-moment/