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“What was VAR doing? There is no clearer penalty than this.”That was Leeds manager Daniel Farke’s reaction after his team lost 1-0 to Sunderland, but it could also have been the words of Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola. Like Falke, Iraola was stunned that officials failed to see through what he and many other players thought was a “clear and obvious” penalty in the 0-0 draw between Bournemouth and Brentford. Here we break down the key flashpoints and key reactions from another difficult night for authorities.Use the poll below to have your say on the controversial decision… Leeds 0-1 Sunderland Leeds…

It is clear that the recent US-Israel-Iran war will fundamentally change Middle East politics. The direct implications for US politics, particularly the 2026 midterm elections and the sustainability of US support for Israel, are less clear.The core of U.S. President Donald Trump’s support base has expressed support for a joint U.S.-Israel attack, but some influential figures on the U.S. right wing have condemned this. These accusations exacerbate already existing tensions within the MAGA (Make America Great Again) base and dovetail with conservative concerns about Israeli influence over U.S. foreign policy.With the mid-term elections approaching, this is not the time for…

This report is from CNBC’s The China Connection newsletter this week, delivering insights and analysis on the powerhouse of the world’s second-largest economy. You can subscribe here.big storyNvidia’s latest warning is that its Chinese rival is trying to disrupt the world. It’s not just chips.The chatter among startups developing AI tools in China is often less about the domestic market and more about global opportunities.In fact, Tripo AI, a company that generates 3D models from images, said about 90% of its users are outside China. Founder and CEO Simon Song told me last week that the startup is already in…

Middle East conflict adds to central bank headaches as oil price rise extends for 4 daysThe escalating conflict in the Middle East is posing a new challenge for the world’s central banks, as concerns about oil shocks and new inflation risks complicate policymakers’ calculations to boost growth. Brent crude oil prices rose for a fourth day, rising 1.6% to $82.76 per barrel on Wednesday, hovering near their highest since January 2025. West Texas Intermediate Crude oil prices also rose for the third day in a row to $75.48. Nomura’s economist team said, “The ongoing conflict in Iran has solidified the…

US President Donald Trump has repeatedly touted the US operation in Venezuela as a “perfect” example of how regime change unfolds, and there are direct parallels between Venezuela and Iran. “I think what we did in Venezuela was the perfect, perfect scenario,” Trump told The New York Times in a brief interview on Sunday. However, the US operations in Caracas and Tehran unfolded very differently. In Venezuela, airstrikes were limited and aimed at helping U.S. special forces capture authoritarian leader Nicolas Maduro. His arrest caused his former deputy, Delcy Rodriguez, to make a quick change of tune and almost immediately…

Andre’s stoppage-time winner gave Wolves a 2-1 victory over Liverpool as the Underground Boys defeated the reigning champions at Molineux.Rodrygo Gomez scored a fine counter-attacking goal in the second half and Mohamed Salah quickly equalized for Liverpool, but it wasn’t Arne Slott’s side who scored the dramatic goal, but the side that looked to be heading for the Championship. It was a wild finale to a game that started slowly, and no wonder how much Slott will lament his team’s performance. With a big win, Liverpool could move up to third place. Instead, Wolves, who had just one win all…

Pedestrians look at the city skyline while walking along the Tabiat Bridge in Tehran, Iran, Saturday, August 4, 2018.Ali Mohammadi | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesThe escalating conflict in the Middle East is posing a new challenge for the world’s central banks, as concerns about oil shocks and new inflation risks complicate policymakers’ calculations to boost growth.Oil prices soared on Monday after the United States and Israel launched attacks on Iran over the weekend that killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Hosseini Khamenei. The Iranian government responded with missile attacks targeting several Gulf states. Tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, the…

The United States launched a major military operation against Iran on Saturday, hitting targets across the country as part of an operation dubbed “Operation Epic Fury” by President Donald Trump’s administration.The escalation has already caused casualties, heightened regional tensions, and destabilized the region.As the attacks continue, we ask: Is the United States now effectively at war with Iran? Why did Washington decide to attack? And could the conflict expand to include U.S. ground forces?Here’s what we know so far:How many people died in the attack?At least 787 people were killed in Iran, according to the Iranian Red Crescent.Six Americans were…

EDITOR’S NOTE:  This story is based on an interview Daniel Dae Kim conducted with Corey Lee for K-Everything, a CNN Original Series hosted by Kim exploring the global impact of South Korean culture. Long before he became the first Korean chef to earn three Michelin stars, Corey Lee grew up in a New Jersey suburb where Korean food was scarce. Gochujang paste wasn’t a household staple, and kimchi wasn’t a trendy topping in hip urban eateries. “If you asked me 10 years ago, I would never think that I’d be serving kimchi at a fine dining restaurant,” says Lee. It’s…

A traveler uses a cell phone next to a departures board displaying canceled Kuwait Airways flights amid the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict at John F. Kennedy (JFK) International Airport’s Terminal 7 in New York City, U.S., March 2, 2026. Binguan | ReutersAs a result, travelers who miss part or all of their trip may not be reimbursed by their insurance company for a variety of non-refundable expenses such as flights, hotels, tours, etc. For those stranded abroad, out-of-pocket costs for additional meals and hotel accommodations may not be covered. “There are many situations where travel insurance won’t cover you,” says NerdWallet travel…