‘Very severely sanctioned’: Trump warns countries trading with Russia; backs bill imposing 500% tariff on Russian oil resales

US President Donald Trump supports new sanctions targeting Russia. Countries trading with Moscow could face severe penalties. Iran may also be included. Senators are proposing even stronger measures, including tariffs on oil purchases. These actions aim to pressure nations supporting Russia’s actions in Ukraine. The goal is to isolate Russia economically and end the conflict.

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Timothée Chalamet calls Adam Sandler ‘one of the best actors’ of all time

Hollywood stars Timothée Chalamet and Adam Sandler recently shared insights into their upcoming films, ‘Marty Supreme’ and ‘Jay Kelly’. Chalamet lauded Sandler’s performance in ‘Punch-Drunk Love’, calling him one of the greatest actors ever. Sandler, in turn, commended Chalamet’s cinematic contributions and expressed eagerness for his future work, highlighting their mutual respect.

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From D Gukesh to R Praggnanandhaa: Is everything all right with top chess players? Early World Cup exits expose harsh truth

Russian Grandmaster Daniil Dubov’s dismissive comments after defeating R Praggnanandhaa highlight a trend of early exits for elite players at the FIDE World Cup 2025. Several top seeds, including World Champion D Gukesh, fell to lower-rated opponents, prompting discussions about the narrowing gap in skill and flaws in the rating system.

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Paige Greco, Australia’s Paralympic gold medalist, dies at 28 leaving sporting community in grief

Australian Paralympic champion Paige Greco, a celebrated para-cyclist, has tragically passed away at 28 after a sudden medical episode. Renowned for winning Australia’s first gold at the Tokyo 2020 Games with a world record, she also secured multiple World Championship titles. Her sudden loss has deeply impacted the sporting community, remembering her for her determination…

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RJD family rift deepens: JDU urges patriarch to break silence; Tej Pratap seeks Lalu’s nod to bury ‘Jaichands’

A public spat by RJD chief Lalu Prasad’s daughter Rohini Acharya against her brother Tejashwi Yadav and his aides has ignited a family crisis. Rohini’s allegations of abuse and humiliation, stemming from her kidney donation, have led to sisters leaving home. Tej Pratap Yadav voiced strong support, warning of severe repercussions and blaming Tejashwi’s advisors.

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