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Bafana Bafana's COSAFA Cup squad for 2025 features a heavy Kaizer Chiefs presence, with five players making the list under coach Vela Khumalo. South Africa contests Group A in Bloemfontein, facing Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Mauritius. The selection focuses on CHAN preparations and includes notable names from other top clubs.

French President Macron landed in Hanoi and clinched over $10 billion in trade deals with Vietnam, led by a landmark Airbus A330neo order. These agreements deepen cooperation in defense, energy, and technology—right as global trade pressures mount and France seeks fresh influence in Asia.

The Knicks are on the verge of reaching their first conference finals since 2000, leading the series 2-0 against the Celtics. Jalen Brunson shines as New York shows grit, while Boston faces elimination and must tighten up defensively. Predictions tip toward New York, but the Celtics' home floor remains a possible turning point.

Skechers, the world’s third-largest footwear company, is set to go private after agreeing to a $9.4 billion acquisition by 3G Capital. The deal offers a substantial premium to shareholders and keeps CEO Robert Greenberg in charge as the company contends with global supply and trade pressures.

Najmul Hossain Shanto kept Bangladesh steady with a gritty unbeaten 60 in their first Test against Zimbabwe, swinging momentum their way despite a first-innings collapse and persistent rain delays. With support from Jaker Ali, Bangladesh reversed an early deficit and now lead by 112 runs, setting up a tense finish.

Pope Francis has died at 88 in Vatican City after suffering a stroke and cardiovascular collapse, following various health complications. His passing marks the end of an era for the Catholic Church. With a nine-day mourning period underway, cardinals will soon gather for a conclave to choose his successor.

The Beijing Stock Exchange has introduced securities lending and margin trading services, aiming to boost market liquidity and enhance price discovery. Targeted at stocks meeting specific criteria, this move supports small and mid-sized enterprises under CSRC guidance. The initiative complements CBEX's focus on commodities and state-owned enterprises.

Saudi Arabia has announced a temporary halt on visas for 14 countries to regulate Hajj pilgrimage attendance, impacting nations like India and Pakistan. This measure follows the 2024 tragedy where over 1,200 unregistered pilgrims died due to severe overcrowding and heat. The ban covers Umrah, business, and family visit visas but does not affect diplomatic and official Hajj visas.

Son Heung-min, Tottenham's star forward, finds joy and respite playing for South Korea's national team during World Cup qualifiers, amid a challenging period at his club marked by form fluctuations and contract discussions. His leadership remains pivotal to his national team, offering him a fresh perspective away from club pressures.

El Paso is buzzing with St. Patrick's Day celebrations from March 13 to 17, 2025. The city offers a vibrant mix of events like bar crawls, streetcar parties, and fundraisers. Highlights include the Lucky's bar crawl, a family-friendly streetcar experience, and community activities supporting local causes, all focusing on celebrating Irish heritage with fun and safety.

Barcelona clinched a 2-0 win against Las Palmas, reclaiming the La Liga summit on February 22, 2025. Dani Olmo scored the opener, and Ferran Torres sealed the game in stoppage time. Despite Las Palmas' injuries, Barcelona remained focused and undefeated in 2025. With Eric García and Marc Casadó starting, and key performances from Lamine Yamal, the victory places Barcelona one point ahead of Atlético Madrid.

Aston Villa stunned Chelsea with a 2-1 comeback, thanks to Marco Asensio's two goals, both set up by Marcus Rashford. Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez had given them an early lead, but Villa's impactful substitutions and Chelsea's defensive slip-ups changed the game, keeping Chelsea in sixth place as they prepare for a Southampton match.