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Italy’s Power Play: Pasquantino’s Triple‑Homer Wins World Baseball Classic

March 12, 2026

Pasquantino hit three home runs in a single game, a first for the World Baseball Classic. His blasts helped Italy defeat Mexico 9‑1 and secure a spot in the quarterfinals. The win also allowed the United States to advance as the second team from their group. Italy’s victory broke a streak of

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USA Keeps World Baseball Classic Dream Alive After Italy’s Upset

March 12, 2026

The United States has avoided a first‑round exit at the 2026 World Baseball Classic thanks to an unexpected victory by Italy over Mexico. The Italians, who finished the pool with a perfect 4‑0 record, outscored Mexico 9‑1 in Houston’s Daikin Park. That result also secured a spot for the U. S. team,

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Italy’s Leader Faces Trouble as US War with Iran Hits Home

March 12, 2026

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni once celebrated a friendship with former President Trump, praising their shared stance against “woke” ideas and migration. That bond now feels like a drawback as the United States battles Iran, causing ripple effects across Europe. Italy’s economy is hurting from

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Crazy Night of Grappling and Chaos in Rio

March 12, 2026

Arman Tsarukyan won a tough match against Muhammad Mokaev in a grappling bout that lasted ten minutes. He used his size and skill to control the fight, grabbing Mokaev’s back and finishing with a rear‑naked choke at 7:46. After the win, Tsarukyan said he still wants to be the top lightweight in t

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Oil Release Moves to Calm Prices Amid Middle East Tension

March 11, 2026

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has decided to put 400 million barrels of oil into the market, its biggest release ever. This move follows earlier releases during Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the Gulf War, showing how the IEA steps in when supply is threatened. Germany, Austria and Japa

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Italy Shocks USA with Historic Baseball Win

March 11, 2026

In a game that stunned fans, Italy beat the United States 8‑6 in the World Baseball Classic. The win is the biggest ever for Italy and could change who moves on from the tournament pool. Italy started strong. Their pitcher, Michael Lorenzen, used many different pitches and kept the American hitters

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Brazil’s Vote Showed a Tied Finish Between Lula and Bolsonaro

March 7, 2026

A new poll from Datafolha says that if the final election were held right now, Brazil’s president candidate Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro would finish almost level. The survey reports 46% of people would back Lula, while 43% would choose Flavio. A similar split appears if th

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Perpignan’s Police Push: A City‑Wide Security Experiment

March 7, 2026

Perpignan, a town of about 122 000 people on France’s southern border, is putting its streets under close watch. The mayor, a member of the far‑right party, wants to keep his job by promising more cops and cameras. He says the city has become a testing ground for his party’s ideas on safety.

business

A New Powerhouse Forms in the Media World

March 6, 2026

Banijay’s chief executive announced that last week marked a turning point after merging with All3Media. He praised the combined company’s growth, saying it shows how big teams and varied content can boost success. The merger is seen as a key step for staying competitive in a market that keeps shrink

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Funerals: When Grief Meets Business

March 6, 2026

People who lose a loved one often turn to the funeral industry for help. In Italy, studies show that families face many choices about how to honor their dead. Some of these decisions feel emotional, while others feel commercial. The first step is to decide what kind of service to buy. Families weig