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Mercedes driver Antonelli wrecks car in final practice MELBOURNE, March 7 : Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli had a heavy crash in the final free practice session before qualifying at the Australian Grand Prix on Saturday, wrecking his car and leaving debris scattered over the Albert Park track.Antonelli locked up at turn two and skidded hard into a barrier late in

Mercedes driver Antonelli wrecks car in final practice - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/mercedes-driver-antonelli-wrecks-car-in-final-practice-5978301

US 'not concerned' by reports Russia aiding Iran's targeting The Washington Post, citing officials familiar with the intelligence, said Russia has provided Iran with the locations of US military assets, including ships and aircraft.

US 'not concerned' by reports Russia aiding Iran's targeting - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/iran-war-russia-intelligence-us-military-bases-5978251

US judge allows time for new tariff refund system to be set up WASHINGTON: A US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) official told a federal court Friday (Mar 6) the agency is preparing a new system to process tariff refunds - and a judge has granted it time to do so.The CBP aims to have this system ready for use in 45 days, its executive director of trade programmes Bran

US judge allows time for new tariff refund system to be set up - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/us-judge-allows-time-new-tariff-refund-system-be-set-up-5978241

Britain 'ready to support' Saudi defence: PM Starmer Saudi Arabia - a longstanding rival of Iran - reported that it had intercepted a cruise missile and three drones on Friday.

Britain 'ready to support' Saudi defence: PM Starmer - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/iran-war-britain-ready-support-saudi-defence-5978236

Raducanu enjoys anonymity as 'Ella', dominates in first Indian Wells match INDIAN WELLS, California, March 6 : She became one of the most recognizable faces in tennis after her breakthrough win at the 2021 U.S. Open, but Emma Raducanu said she still enjoys occasional moments of anonymity, allowing her to slip into a character she calls "Ella." The Briton's life was forever changed

Raducanu enjoys anonymity as 'Ella', dominates in first Indian Wells match - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/raducanu-enjoys-anonymity-ella-dominates-in-first-indian-wells-match-5978226

College sports needs Congress to fix NIL, Trump says, while promising executive order March 6 : U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday the soaring cost of college football programs is hurting collegiate sports in general, and vowed to issue a fresh executive order on the topic within a week.Speaking at a White House East Room gathering of lawmakers, college sports commissioners, coaches an

College sports needs Congress to fix NIL, Trump says, while promising executive order - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/college-sports-needs-congress-fix-nil-trump-says-while-promising-executive-order-5978216

Malaysia PM Anwar, police chief sued over calling out alleged plot to topple government The family of Daim Zainuddin, an influential two-time finance minister who died in November 2024, said in a statement it was "public knowledge" that the investigation targeted Daim's widow Na'imah Abdul Khalid and their sons.

Malaysia PM Anwar, police chief sued over calling out alleged plot to topple government - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/malaysia-anwar-ibrahim-police-chief-daim-zainuddin-5976921

US draws up strict new AI guidelines amid Anthropic clash, FT reports March 6 : The Trump administration has drawn up strict rules for civilian artificial intelligence contracts that would require AI companies to allow "any lawful" use of their models amid a stand-off between the Pentagon and Anthropic, the Financial Times reported on Friday.A draft of the new guidelines review

US draws up strict new AI guidelines amid Anthropic clash, FT reports - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/us-draws-up-strict-new-ai-guidelines-amid-anthropic-clash-ft-reports-5978191

Anthropic vows court fight in Pentagon row Anthropic chief executive Dario Amodei has said the company has "no choice" but to challenge in court the Pentagon's formal designation of the artificial intelligence firm as a risk to US national security.

Anthropic vows court fight in Pentagon row - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/anthropic-vows-court-fight-in-pentagon-row-5978186

Qatar aviation authority allowing limited air traffic Qatar Airways said following the confirmation of a safe corridor that it would operate repatriation flights on Mar 7 to London, Paris, Madrid, Rome and Frankfurt.

Qatar aviation authority allowing limited air traffic - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/middle-east-war-airspace-qatar-doha-5978141

Ireland full of praise for 'outstanding' Wales after hard-fought win DUBLIN, March 6 : Ireland coach Andy Farrell and his players were full of praise for Wales on Friday after the Six Nations strugglers pushed their opponents mightily hard for the second successive week, progress the Welsh captain described as "monumental".The 2021 champions, who have not won a Six Nations gam

Ireland full of praise for 'outstanding' Wales after hard-fought win - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/ireland-full-praise-outstanding-wales-after-hard-fought-win-5978136

Iran's UN envoy says 1,332 Iranian civilians killed in war Iran's UN Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani says the US and Israel had deliberately targeted civilian infrastructure, while Iran had targeted military sites, not civilians.

Iran's UN envoy says 1,332 Iranian civilians killed in war - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/iran-war-civilians-killed-un-envoy-5978106

Binance, Zhao win dismissal of lawsuit by victims of 64 attacks NEW YORK, March 6 : A federal judge on Friday dismissed a civil lawsuit seeking to hold Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, and founder Changpeng Zhao liable for transactions that allegedly helped terrorist groups conduct 64 attacks around the world.U.S. District Judge Jeannette Vargas in Ma

Binance, Zhao win dismissal of lawsuit by victims of 64 attacks - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/binance-zhao-win-dismissal-lawsuit-victims-64-attacks-5978051

Between cooking impressive dishes, Culinary Class Wars chefs ate instant cup noodles, Jung Ho-young reveals In Singapore for a collaboration with Korean restaurant Bulgogi Syo, the chef and popular TV personality spilled some beans about what it was really like behind the scenes of the reality cooking competition show – and also why he likes laksa and kaya toast, but not so much oyster omelette.

Between cooking impressive dishes, Culinary Class Wars chefs ate instant cup noodles, Jung Ho-young reveals - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/jung-ho-young-chef-culinary-class-wars-in-singapore-5976841

Why this Singapore fashion label is rescuing Japan’s discarded kimonos and giving them a second life The entrepreneurs behind Syne Studio are making a stand for the environment by breathing new life into discarded kimonos from Japan.

Why this Singapore fashion label is rescuing Japan’s discarded kimonos and giving them a second life - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/style-beauty/syne-studio-kimono-singapore-japan-5949536

We’re asking the wrong question about exercise – it’s not about what’s best, but what sticks We will probably never get good data to answer the question of which exercise routine is best.

We’re asking the wrong question about exercise – it’s not about what’s best, but what sticks - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/exercise-data-routine-optimization-5962561

Former US trade chief Lighthizer resigns from Trump Media board March 6 : Former United States trade representative Robert Lighthizer resigned from Trump Media & Technology Group's board of directors, effective Friday, an SEC filing showed.During U.S. President Donald Trump's first term, Lighthizer played a crucial role as trade chief in the imposition of hefty tariffs on

Former US trade chief Lighthizer resigns from Trump Media board - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/former-us-trade-chief-lighthizer-resigns-trump-media-board-5978036

Valverde strikes late as Real Madrid snatch 2-1 win at Celta March 6 : Federico Valverde's deflected effort four minutes into added time earned Real Madrid a hard-fought 2-1 victory at Celta Vigo in LaLiga on Friday, ending a run of two successive defeats and keeping them firmly in the title race.Aurelien Tchouameni's strike put the visitors ahead in the 11th minute, b

Valverde strikes late as Real Madrid snatch 2-1 win at Celta - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/valverde-strikes-late-real-madrid-snatch-2-1-win-celta-5978026

PSG lose at home to open Ligue 1 title race PARIS, March 6 : Monaco handed French champions Paris St Germain their first home defeat of the Ligue 1 season with a 3-1 away victory at the Parc des Princes on Friday that opened up the championship race.Maghnes Akliouche had Monaco ahead at halftime, and Aleksandr Golovin and Folarin Balogun netted after t

PSG lose at home to open Ligue 1 title race - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/psg-lose-home-open-ligue-1-title-race-5978011

An architect was inspired by a Ginza landmark for this house’s facade The owners wanted a home that could host, but also survive spills, scrapes and constant movement. Smart storage, hardwearing surfaces and kid-friendly detailing do the heavy lifting behind a polished look.

An architect was inspired by a Ginza landmark for this house’s facade - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/obsessions/ginza-inspired-glass-block-facade-terrace-house-singapore-5969911

Ireland made to work for 27-17 win by improved Wales (Corrects fourth paragraph to show Wales play Italy at home and not away in final game)DUBLIN, March 6 : Ireland kept their slim Six Nations title hopes alive on Friday with a tight 27-17 bonus-point victory over Wales that the bottom-placed side made them work incredibly hard for with another much improved

Ireland made to work for 27-17 win by improved Wales - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/ireland-made-work-27-17-win-improved-wales-5977996

Liverpool into FA Cup quarter-finals after 3-1 win over Wolves WOLVERHAMPTON, England, March 6 : Liverpool fullback Andy Robertson scored one goal and created another in the second half as his side cruised to a 3-1 away win over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Friday that sent them through to the FA Cup quarter-finals.After conceding a 94th-minute goal to lose 2-1 when the te

Liverpool into FA Cup quarter-finals after 3-1 win over Wolves - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/liverpool-fa-cup-quarter-finals-after-3-1-win-over-wolves-5977981

Commentary: Iran war has shattered the Gulf’s image as an oasis The image of a safe haven focused on economic growth in a turbulent region had been carefully nurtured over decades, says NUS Middle East Institute’s Carl Skadian.

Commentary: Iran war has shattered the Gulf’s image as an oasis - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/commentary/iran-war-gulf-states-safe-qatar-dubai-saudi-arabia-5976721

China’s expanding waistlines and the battle to rein in its growing obesity problem If current trends continue, about 70 per cent of Chinese adults could be overweight or obese by 2030, which will put a strain on medical resources. CNA’s Insight looks at how Beijing is making weight control a national priority.

China’s expanding waistlines and the battle to rein in its growing obesity problem - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/cna-insider/china-obesity-overweight-adults-weight-management-battle-bulge-waistlines-5974846

Commentary: Strength training may be the key to healthy ageing Most adults should aim to do muscle strengthening activities at least once or twice a week, says this researcher.

Commentary: Strength training may be the key to healthy ageing - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/commentary/strength-training-healthy-ageing-exercise-routine-5976751

Oil prices surge as Mideast war rages, stocks fall on US jobs Crude prices surged Friday (Mar 6) on mounting fears about oil supply disruption amid the Middle East war, while equities retreated on poor US hiring data.The US-Israel war on

Oil prices surge as Mideast war rages, stocks fall on US jobs - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/oil-prices-surge-mideast-war-rages-stocks-fall-us-jobs-5977921

Panama Canal saw 2.8% transit increase through January despite tensions PANAMA CITY, March 6 : The Panama Canal, the world's second busiest interoceanic way, saw a 2.8 per cent increase in vessel transits in the first four months of its fiscal year through January, according to an analysis prepared by its authority seen by Reuters on Friday.Most traffic increases were registered

Panama Canal saw 2.8% transit increase through January despite tensions - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/panama-canal-saw-28-transit-increase-through-january-despite-tensions-5977916

Nvidia sets $4 million cash bonus for CEO Huang under 2027 compensation plan March 6 : Nvidia has adopted a new variable compensation plan for fiscal year 2027, setting a target cash bonus of $4 million for CEO Jensen Huang, according to a regulatory filing on Friday.

Nvidia sets $4 million cash bonus for CEO Huang under 2027 compensation plan - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/nvidia-sets-4-million-cash-bonus-ceo-huang-under-2027-compensation-plan-5977901

Fed faced with hard choice on weak jobs, high inflation Fresh signs of labour weakness and oil-driven inflation concerns are cornering US Federal Reserve officials into an uncomfortable choice: leave borrowing costs steady to ensure that inflation does not worsen or cut them to shore up a job market that is losing ground.For now, they look poised to wait, even as

Fed faced with hard choice on weak jobs, high inflation - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/fed-faced-hard-choice-weak-jobs-high-inflation-5977886

Olympic medallist Kerley handed two-year ban following missed tests March 6 : American sprinter Fred Kerley has been suspended for missing three out-of-competition drug tests within a 12-month period, the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) announced on Friday.The AIU said Kerley's missed tests qualify as whereabouts failures under the World Anti-Doping Code, which requires athlet

Olympic medallist Kerley handed two-year ban following missed tests - https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/olympic-medallist-kerley-handed-two-year-ban-following-missed-tests-5977836