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Real Madrid
organizationReal Madrid came from 2-0 down on aggregate to beat PSG 3-2 over the two legs. Karim Benzema scored a hat-trick to send the hosts through to the last eight. Manchester City advanced past Sporting Lisbon 5-0 on aggregate after a scoreless draw.
Congress
organizationVoters in Uttarakhand gave overwhelming support to the BJP. With 57 or over 80 per cent of the total 70 seats, the BJP registered a comprehensive victory. Congress finished with a tally of only 11 seats — its worst ever defeat.
Starbucks
organizationMcDonald's said on Wednesday that the temporary closure of its 847 stores in Russia will cost the fast-food chain about $50 million a month. Starbucks suspended all business activity in Russia Tuesday, temporarily closing locations. ExxonMobil announced March 1 it will exit a joint venture off Sakhalin Island in Russia’s Far East. Ratings agency Fitch downgraded Russia deep into junk territory on Tuesday, predicting a sovereign default.
Yoon Suk-yeol
personConservative politician Yoon Suk-yeol has been elected president of South Korea. He defeated ruling party candidate Lee Jae-myung in a bitter race.
Elena Branson
personElena Branson, 61, has been charged with acting as an illegal agent of the Russian government. Branson is alleged to have corresponded with President Vladimir Putin. She is also accused of trying to hide the fact that the organization she founded and ran was backed by tens of thousands of dollars in funding from the Kremlin. Prosecutors say Branson willfully evaded registering under the Foreign Agents Registration Act for nearly a decade.
Everton
organizationEverton were thrashed 5-0 by Tottenham Hotspur on Monday night. Frank Lampard blames individual errors rather than tactical disarray or poor attitude for Everton's defeat. Everton have picked up just three points from 15 in their last five games. Spurs travel to Old Trafford to face Manchester United on Saturday.
the House of Commons
organizationCommons clerk Lord Lisvane said Bercow showed 'hysterical petulance' Independent Expert Panel (IEP) upheld findings by Parliamentary Standards Commissioner Kathryn Stone. Labour has suspended his membership pending further investigation.
the Proud Boys
organizationEnrique Tarrio, leader of the far-right group the Proud Boys, has been indicted for conspiracy. Indictment relates to assault on the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. Tarrio was arrested Tuesday following his indictment.
John Bercow
personIndependent inquiry said he would have been expelled from the House if he was still a sitting MP. Investigation found he threw mobile phone at one aide, swore at officials and made a racially and sexually discriminatory remark. Report found he displayed "intimidatory" and "undermining behaviour" It said he had "shouted at and mimicked" a member of staff.
Alexander Zverev
personAlexander Zverev has been handed a suspended eight-week ban by the ATP. The German World No 3 repeatedly smashed his racket on the umpire's chair during a doubles match in Acapulco. The 24-year-old has until Friday to lodge an appeal.
Bayern Munich
organizationBayern Munich crush Salzburg 7-1 with Lewandowski treble for last eight spot. The 33-year-old Poland striker scored three times in an 11-minute spell. The Champions League quarter-final draw will take place at 11am (GMT) on Friday March 18.
Shell
organizationShell has announced plans to withdraw from Russian oil and gas. Company will also close all its service stations in the country immediately. Boss of the FTSE 100 company also apologised for buying Russian crude oil last week. Decision comes as surging oil prices have been rattling global markets.
Inter Milan
organizationLiverpool beat Inter Milan 2-0 to reach the Champions League quarter-finals. Lautaro Martinez scored the only goal of the game in the 62nd minute. Inter reduced to 10 men after Alexis Sanchez was sent off for a second yellow card.
Champions League
organizationLiverpool reach Champions League quarter-finals with 2-1 aggregate win over Inter Milan. Lautaro Martinez scored the only goal of the game in the 62nd minute at Anfield. Inter reduced to 10 men after Alexis Sanchez was sent off for a second yellow card. Robert Lewandowski scored a hat-trick within 23 minutes against Red Bull Salzburg to make Champions League history.
Russell Wilson
personThe longtime Seattle Seahawks star has waived his no-trade clause and agreed to a new contract, in principle, with Denver. It was just a few weeks ago that Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said he had no plans to move the Pro Bowl passer. The Denver Broncos are among the top five favorites to win Super Bowl LVII at most sportsbooks.
the Green Bay Packers
organizationNFL Network reported that the 38-year-old Rodgers had agreed to a four-year, $200 million contract. But Pat McAfee disputed the terms and said the contract wasn't signed yet. There had been speculation Rodgers would retire or be traded to the Denver Broncos this offseason.
Aaron Rodgers
personNFL Network reported that the 38-year-old Rodgers had agreed to a four-year, $200-million US contract. But Pat McAfee disputed the terms and said the contract wasn't signed yet. The deal includes $153m in guaranteed money and would lower his salary cap figure for the 2022 season.
Apple
organizationApple's new iPad Air is 60 per cent faster than the previous model. It also gets full access to 5G data speeds which means you can download movies and files at over 300Mbps. There's also an improved rear camera and a new front-facing snapper that now gets access to Apple's clever Centre Stage technology. The iPad Air will be available to pre-order from Friday, March 11 with prices starting from £569.
Manchester United
organizationManchester United lost 4-1 to Manchester City at the Etihad on Sunday. The result leaves United without a win in their last four matches in all competitions. United are 22 points behind Premier League leaders City and are in danger of missing out on a top-four finish.
Bill Cosby
personCosby was released last year when his 2018 conviction was overturned. Prosecutors had filed an appeal with the court last year to review the decision. A Cosby spokesperson expressed "sincere gratitude to the justices"