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What happened with singer Chappell Roan, a security guard and actor Jude Law’s daughter?

Chappell Roan has denied the allegations of the encounter, which had kicked up a hot debate online.
Chappell Roan has denied the allegations of the encounter, which had kicked up a hot debate online.

Eight people arrested in Brazil for ‘brutal’ attack on capybara

In recent years, the capybara has gained a devoted following online, with its chill demeanour inspiring countless memes.
In recent years, the capybara has gained a devoted following online, with its chill demeanour inspiring countless memes.

Brazil finance minister taps Ceron for executive secretary, Leal to Treasury

Brazil's Treasury Secretary Rogerio Ceron attends an interview with Reuters in Brasilia, Brazil, July 3, 2025. REUTERS/Adriano Machado/File Photo
Brazil's Treasury Secretary Rogerio Ceron attends an interview with Reuters in Brasilia, Brazil, July 3, 2025. REUTERS/Adriano Machado/File Photo

Brazil's Bolsonaro discharged from ICU, local media says

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro gestures accompanied by his son Jair Renan Bolsonaro after he arrived to his house from the hospital where he went to undergo a skin surgery procedure, authorized by Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, after being convicted by a Supreme Court majority of plotting a coup to remain in power after losing the 2022 election, in Brasilia, Brazil, September 14, 2025. REUTERS/Diego Herculano/File Photo
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro gestures accompanied by his son Jair Renan Bolsonaro after he arrived to his house from the hospital where he went to undergo a skin surgery procedure, authorized by Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, after being convicted by a Supreme Court majority of plotting a coup to remain in power after losing the 2022 election, in Brasilia, Brazil, September 14, 2025. REUTERS/Diego Herculano/File Photo

Alisson ruled out of Brazil squad due to injury

Soccer Football - Premier League - Liverpool v Tottenham Hotspur - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - March 15, 2026 Liverpool's Alisson Becker in action REUTERS/Phil Noble
Soccer Football - Premier League - Liverpool v Tottenham Hotspur - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - March 15, 2026 Liverpool's Alisson Becker in action REUTERS/Phil Noble

Iga Swiatek wants to simplify her game after shock opening defeat in Miami

Mar 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Iga Swiatek (POL) serves against Magda Linette (POL) (not pictured) on day three of the 2026 Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Mar 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Iga Swiatek (POL) serves against Magda Linette (POL) (not pictured) on day three of the 2026 Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Brazil finance minister Haddad to run for Sao Paulo governor

FILE PHOTO: Brazil's Finance Minister Fernando Haddad speaks during a ceremony to launch a digital platform for tax reform in Brasilia, Brazil January 13, 2026. REUTERS/Adriano Machado/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Brazil's Finance Minister Fernando Haddad speaks during a ceremony to launch a digital platform for tax reform in Brasilia, Brazil January 13, 2026. REUTERS/Adriano Machado/File Photo

Brazil starts to restrict minors’ access to social media

A young student uses her mobile phone at a public school in Planaltina, Brasilia, on March 16.
A young student uses her mobile phone at a public school in Planaltina, Brasilia, on March 16.

Malaysia ousted from Asian Cup race after AFC overturns wins

A Fifa investigation has shown that none of Malaysia's naturalised players players – Hector Hevel, Jon Irazabal, Gabriel Palmero, Facundo Garces, Rodrigo Holgado, Imanol Machuca and Joao Brandao Figueiredo – had a parent or grandparent born in the country.
A Fifa investigation has shown that none of Malaysia's naturalised players players – Hector Hevel, Jon Irazabal, Gabriel Palmero, Facundo Garces, Rodrigo Holgado, Imanol Machuca and Joao Brandao Figueiredo – had a parent or grandparent born in the country.

Brentford blow two-goal lead in 2-2 draw with Wolves

Soccer Football - Premier League - Brentford v Wolverhampton Wanderers - GTech Community Stadium, London, Britain - March 16, 2026 Wolverhampton Wanderers' Tolu Arokodare celebrates scoring their second goal REUTERS/Ian Walton
Soccer Football - Premier League - Brentford v Wolverhampton Wanderers - GTech Community Stadium, London, Britain - March 16, 2026 Wolverhampton Wanderers' Tolu Arokodare celebrates scoring their second goal REUTERS/Ian Walton

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.