As Donald Trump threatens Greenland with a takeover, Al Jazeera speaks to people there about their concerns.At the start of 2026, President Donald Trump caused an international uproar by aggressively pushing for the United States to take control of Greenland – a vast, icy and sparsely inhabited autonomous Danish Arctic territory – arguing its strategic military importance and mineral resources made it essential for national security.As Danish and Greenlandic leaders pushed back, Trump increased his rhetoric, threatening European countries that had sent a small number of troops to the island with economic tariffs.Al Jazeera was there every step of the…
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By Sharada Iyer Director Sriram Raghavan’s war biopic drama Ikkis is indeed a fitting finale to Dharmendra’s extraordinary career which lasted six decades. The veteran actor could not have asked for a better farewell film. Not only does he have plenty of screen time but also in the important role of the martyred son’s grieving father, he forms the lifeline of the film. In fact, it is through his emotions that the director sums up the essence of what he wants to convey to his audience. The film is a tribute to the bravery and courage of the young 21-year-old…
The state government of Bihar awarded Vaibhav Sooryavanshi a Rs 50 lakh check on Sunday, February 22. The 14-year-old batter attended a felicitation program at the Chief Minister’s house, where he received the prize money. Vaibhav received the check in the presence of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary, and Sports Minister Shreyasi Singh. A glittering evening in Patna According to media reports, Sports Department Secretary Mahendra Kumar, Director General of Bihar State Sports Authority Ravindran Shankar, along with other senior officials, Bihar Cricket Association representative Rakesh Tiwari, Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s father Sanjeev Suryavanshi, brothers Ujjwal and…
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — New anti-government protests have begun in Iran, witnesses said Sunday, as university students in Tehran and another city demonstrated around memorials for thousands of people killed in a crackdown on previous nationwide demonstrations about six weeks ago.Iran’s state news agency said students protested at five universities in the capital, Tehran, and one in the city of Mashhad on Sunday. The scattered protests erupted Saturday at universities following 40-day memorials for people killed in January during anti-government rallies.Iran’s government has not commented on the latest protests.Many Iranians have held ceremonies marking the traditional 40-day mourning period…
The awards season is here! The 79th edition of the British Academy Film Awards, popularly known as the BAFTAs is all set to begin in a few hours. Well, for those who do not know, the BAFTA awards has been trending for a few days because of its nominees and global stars. It is also worth mentioning that Bollywood actress, Alia Bhatt is one of the presenters this year. Amid the buzz, read on to know when and where to watch the award night in India. Where is BAFTA Award night held? The 79th BAFTA Awards will be held on…
Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan has embarked on a beautiful new chapter, marrying his long-time partner Sophie Shine in an intimate ceremony in Delhi NCR on Saturday, February 21, 2026. As pictures of the couple’s dreamy wedding take social media by storm, here’s everything you need to know about the Irish beauty who captured the heart of the man fondly called ‘Gabbar’.Lesser know facts about Sophie ShineSophie Shine is an Irish finance and product management professional who came into the public spotlight following her engagement and subsequent marriage to Shikhar Dhawan . Unlike many partners of cricketers who come from…
Passengers walk through the entrance of a TSA PreCheck in Terminal One at O’Hare International Airport Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017, in Chicago. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)Armando L. Sanchez | Chicago Tribune | Getty ImagesThe Department of Homeland Security on Sunday suspended the TSA PreCheck and Global Entry security programs that speed through airport security checkpoints, citing a partial government shutdown.The move comes as the U.S. Northeast braces for a massive winter storm that could disrupt airline flights for days.The pause took effect at 6 a.m. ET on Sunday, DHS said.”TSA and CBP are prioritizing the general traveling population at…
England produced a sensational bowling performance against Sri Lanka in the Super 8 encounter at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on February 22. Defending just 147 against the co-hosts, English bowlers stepped up to give them a stunning 51-run victory, solidifying their semi-final chances. Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka opted to field after winning the toss. Jos Buttler continued his horrific run, getting dismissed on just 7 off 14 balls while Jacob Bethell and Tim Banton followed the former English captain, both getting out for single-digit scores.Captain Harry Brook tried to recover the sinking ship but got out lbw to Dunith…
Moore spent three years with the Arizona Cardinals after being drawn as a second-round pick in the 2021 draft.He joined the Atlanta Falcons in 2024 but a knee injury saw him miss the entire campaign, before joining the Vikings in 2025.”While Rondale had been a member of the Vikings for a short time, he was someone we came to know well and care about deeply,” said Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell.”He was a humble, soft-spoken and respectful young man who was proud of his Indiana roots. “We are all heartbroken by the fact he won’t continue to live out his NFL…
ہندوستان اور جنوبی افریقہ اب تک بین الاقوامی ٹی-20 کرکٹ میں 35 بار آمنے سامنے آئے ہیں، جن میں 21 بار ہندوستان نے کامیابی حاصل کی ہے اور افریقہ صرف 13 بار جیت درج کر سکا ہے، جبکہ ایک میچ بے نتیجہ رہا۔iہندوستان اور جنوبی افریقہ کی ٹیمیں آج ٹی-20 ورلڈ کپ 2026 میں آمنے سامنے ہوں گی۔ یہ سپر-8 راؤنڈ میں گروپ 1 کا پہلا میچ ہے، جو احمدآباد کے نریندر مودی اسٹیڈیم میں کھیلا جائے گا۔ دونوں ٹیمیں لیگ اسٹیج میں اپنے اپنے گروپ میں ٹاپ پر رہی تھیں۔ سوریہ کمار یادو کی کپتانی میں ہندوستان مسلسل 4…