March 17, 2026
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China acknowledges US clarification, says Donald Trump’s delayed visit to Beijing is unrelated to the Hormuz situation.

BEIJING, March 17 — China said it has “noted” clarifications from the United States regarding reports of a possible delay in Donald Trump’s planned visit to Beijing.

March 17, 2026
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Missiles and drones strike the United Arab Emirates, forcing Dubai International Airport to shut, igniting oil fires in Fujairah and unsettling travellers across the Gulf.

DUBAI, March 17 — Missiles and drones struck the United Arab Emirates on Monday, killing one civilian, disrupting operations at Dubai International Airport, and triggering a fire at a key oil hub.

March 16, 2026
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INDIAN WELLS (United States), March 16 — Aryna Sabalenka overcame a match point to defeat Elena Rybakina 3-6, 6-3, 7-6 (8/6) yesterday, capturing her long-awaited first Indian Wells title.

INDIAN WELLS (United States), March 16 — Aryna Sabalenka saved a match point and rallied to beat Elena Rybakina 3-6, 6-3, 7-6 (8/6) yesterday, claiming her long-awaited first Indian Wells title.

March 16, 2026
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Australia says it will not deploy a navy ship to the Strait of Hormuz despite Trump’s request.

SYDNEY, March 16 — Australia’s transport minister announced today that the country will not be deploying a navy ship to the Strait of Hormuz, despite US President Donald Trump urging other nations to send warships to help secure the strategic waterway.

March 16, 2026
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Trump warns NATO of a “very bad” future if allies fail to help keep the Strait of Hormuz open.

WASHINGTON, March 16 — President Donald Trump warned today that NATO could face a “very bad” future if US allies fail to assist in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, the vital oil shipping route effectively blocked by Iran amid the Mideast conflict.‍

March 15, 2026
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Mercedes rookie Antonelli wins Chinese GP, becomes F1’s youngest driver to turn pole into victory

SHANGHAI, March 15 — Kimi Antonelli claimed his first Formula One grand prix victory today in China, finishing ahead of Mercedes teammate George Russell and Lewis Hamilton, who earned his first podium with Ferrari.