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From silence to song: Iran women's anthem shift in Australia at the Women's Asian Cup

GOLD COAST, Australia (AP) — The Iran women's team sang and saluted as its national anthem played ahead of the Women's Asian Cup contest against Australia on Thursday, a contrast to the silence before its opening game.

Iranians in Australia react with flags and political signs outside the stadium ahead of the Women's Asia Cup soccer match between Australia and Iran in Robina, Australia, Thursday, March 5, 2026. (Dave Hunt/AAPImage via AP)

Iran players pose for a team photo ahead of the Women's Asia Cup soccer match between Iran and South Korea on the Gold Coast, Australia, Monday, March 2, 2026. (Dave Hunt/AAPImage via AP)/AAP Image via AP)/AAP Image via AP)

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Thesilence during the anthembefore Monday's loss to South Korea was variously reported as an act of defiance or a show of mourning. The team didn't clarify.

But in a news conference on the eve of the game against Australia, Iran strikerSara Didar choked back tearsas she shared the concerns of players and management for their families and loved ones amid thewar in the Middle East.

The 21-year-old Didar was on the bench when Thursday's match started in pouring rain on the Gold Coast, where Iran is scheduled to play all three of its Group A games.

The Iranian women's squad arrived in Australia well before the strikes by Israel and the U.S. on Iran last Saturday.

The change in approach with the anthem between games in Australia seemed to mirror the Iranian men's team at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

The men didn't sing the national anthem before theiropening loss against Englandas turmoil overshadowed the start of their campaign. In their second game against Wales, the men sang along to the anthem and celebrated when they scored.

Iran was competing in that World Cup amid a violent crackdown on a major women's protest movement that was spurred by the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini in the custody of the country's morality police.

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March 05, 2026

From silence to song: Iran women’s anthem shift in Australia at the Women's Asian Cup

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One-year QB wonders don't work in NFL. Why would Ty Simpson?

This isn't quarterback rocket science, or a gut feeling. It couldn't be more clear and concise.

The one-year wonders at the quarterback position don't work in theNFL.

Yet there they are, the talking heads all over the sport, falling for it again withTy Simpson. The formerAlabamaquarterback showed up last week at the league'sannual NFL Scouting Combine— with all of 15 career starts in his pocket — and had an impressive throwing session for the assembled scouts and team personnel.

Throwing session.

Suddenly,he's a Top 15 pick. Even ESPN's Dan Orlovsky — as smart and measured analyst as there is — declared Simpson's tape "from his first eight games" of the 2025 season is better than projected No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza.

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Has the entire NFL scouting world gone mad? This isn't that difficult to process, everyone.

Anthony Richardsonstarted one season at Florida. Trey Lance started one season atNorth Dakota State.

Kyler Murray(Oklahoma), Dwayne Haskins (Ohio State) and Mac Jones (Alabama) started one season in college, too. All flamed out.

Meanwhile, I give you (since the 2018 draft) these multiple-season college starters who are all ascending in their careers: two MVPs (Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen), two Super Bowl champions (Jalen Hurts, Sam Darnold), and eight who have led teams to the playoffs (Joe Burrow, Baker Mayfield, Trevor Lawrence, Justin Herbert, Caleb Williams, CJ Stroud, Bryce Young, Bo Nix).

Obviously there are multiple-season college starters who don't pan out, but the odds of success are much higher for a player with elite skills who has spent extended time leading a team, managing games and experiencing every possible win-lose scenario on the grass.

Not a throwing session.

The last time we saw Simpson on the field at Alabama, he and the Tide were gettingclobbered by Indianain the Rose Bowl — where Simpson completed 12 passes for 67 yards before getting knocked out of a 38-3 loss.

It's almost as if these NFL guys, whose very livelihood depends on getting it right more than getting it wrong, never learn.

Simpson is a talented player. He has a live arm, and is sneaky athletic. He's accurate, and he has played well at times in big games.

But it's hard to fathom a position that demands as many game repetitions as possible to develop and reach potential, could have an obvious red flag so flippantly ignored by the best of the best in the sport.

It's the quarterback obsession. The game — no matter the level — revolves around the play of the quarterback.

The better he is, the better you are.

But when we reach the elite of the game, where everyone runs fast and everyone is freakishly athletic, football IQ is heightened to an unreal level. Knowledge of the game, understanding the nuances, knowing the answers ― all before the ball snaps at the line of scrimmage.

Translation: The more reps, the more you know before making the pick.

I can't imagine why any NFL owner, now spending more than $300 million annually in salary cap revenue, would trust his franchise to a quarterback who has played one college season. It's blind faith on steroids.

This isn't learning on the job, or sitting behind a cagey veteran. You're drafted, and we're paying you millions ― and you're playing Week 1.

The enormity of the moment crushes some, overwhelms others. Typically, it impacts every quarterback.

It's rare that a rookie quarterback steps into the breach and starts making plays all over the field. Rare that he's so good, teams win because of him — not with him.

It takes two or three years (or more) for these guys to feel completely comfortable when they walk to the line of scrimmage. When they can look at grown men on the other side of the ball — whose coaches (the best in the sport, no less) spend an entire offseason scouting the player and the offense — and feel completely at ease.

When they can consistently win games at the highest level of football, and give their team — one that plays in a league designed for parity — an advantage more than the other guy.

Now we're ready to bet all that on a guy with 15 career college starts, and a throwing session?

The entire NFL scouting world has gone mad.

Matt Hayesis the senior national college football writer for USA TODAY Sports Network. Follow him on X at@MattHayesCFB.

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Olandria Carthen's Sheer Khaled & Marwan Gown Is a Minidress in Disguise

Olandria Carthen, the Love Island star, made a striking appearance at Le Grand Dîner du Louvre in Paris. She stepped out in a dramatic couture creation byKhaled & Marwan. The look instantly commanded attention, combining dramatic design elements with perfect craftsmanship. The event, held at the iconic museum, celebrates art, culture, and fashion, making it the perfect setting for a statement-making design like this one.

Olandria Carthen brings the drama in sheer Khaled & Marwan gown with a minidress twist

At first glance, the look appeared to be a full-length sheer gown, but the real focal point was the structured corset at the centre. The corset itself served as a minidress, fitting closely to Carthen's body and serving as the main structure of the outfit. Made from black lace and detailed with gold embellishments, the corset stood out immediately.

Adding further drama were the voluminous sheer sleeves, which expanded outward from the wrists. Their exaggerated shape balanced the structured corset and introduced movement to the sculpted upper half of the gown. The combination of delicate transparency and bold volume created a powerful visual contrast, elevating the couture piece.

Below the corset minidress, the design transitioned into a long sheer skirt that fell to the floor. The transparent fabric created the illusion of a full gown while allowing the corset minidress above to remain visible. The skirt then flared out toward the hem, forming a soft train behind her and adding movement to the look. She finished the outfit with sleek black heels and minimal gold jewellery.

According toRCFA, Olandria Carthen's choice of Khaled & Marwan also stood out for another reason. Rather than opting for a widely recognized fashion house, she once again used the spotlight to spotlight a designer many fashion audiences may not yet be familiar with. For an evening dedicated to art, culture, and fashion inside the iconic Louvre, the choice felt thoughtful and intentional.

The result was a look that blended couture drama with storytelling, making Carthen's appearance one of the most memorable fashion moments of the night.

Originally reported by Viha Shah forTheFashionSpot.

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Olandria Carthen’s Sheer Khaled & Marwan Gown Is a Minidress in Disguise

Olandria Carthen, the Love Island star, made a striking appearance at Le Grand Dîner du Louvre in Paris. She stepped out in a dramatic cou...

King Charles Following a 'Blueprint' To Navigate Brother's Arrest — Source

FormerPrince Andrew's recent arrest put the spotlight on the royal family and theissuesbrewing within the four walls. However, it seems his brother,King Charles, has a road map ready to deal with the crises. As per sources, the monarch is following a "blueprint" to navigate his younger brother's arrest.

King Charles is focusing on 'presenting an image of calm leadership' after brother's arrest, per source

After the arrest of his younger brother, ex-Prince Andrew, on suspicion of misconduct in public office, King Charles issued apublic statementsaying that the authorities have their "full and wholehearted support and co-operation," emphasizing that he and his family will "continue in our duty and service to you all." After the statement, the monarch attended the London Fashion Week "to project continuity and reassurance."

A palace source toldRadarOnlinethat his move is the monarch's "blueprint out of this mess." As per the insider, "By continuing with official engagements and public duties exactly as planned, he is making it clear that the work of the monarchy does not pause because of controversy affecting one member of the family."

Charles aims to reflect the institution's focus "on serving the public regardless of the personal difficulties" that are happening in the background. Moreover, his public statement was meant to highlight that "law must operate freely and that the royal household will not attempt to influence the process" as he is well aware that any hindrance "would be enormously damaging" for the royal household.

Hence, amid all the controversy and noise, the monarch wants to "remain composed and continue carrying out the duties expected of the sovereign." The source added, "The King's focus is on presenting an image of calm leadership. He believes the monarchy must appear steady and dependable, particularly during moments of controversy."

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King Charles Following a ‘Blueprint’ To Navigate Brother’s Arrest — Source

FormerPrince Andrew's recent arrest put the spotlight on the royal family and theissuesbrewing within the four walls. However, it seem...

Khloe Kardashian Clarifies Her Role in Good American Amid Feud Rumors

Khloe Kardashianis clearing up the chatter about her place at Good American. During a recent "Ask Me Anything" segment on her podcast Khloe in Wonder Land, the reality star addressed questions from fans about her business ventures, including whether she had stepped away from the clothing brand she helped build.

Khloe Kardashian confirms she's 'still co-founder and owner' of Good American on podcast

The rumors had circulated online for weeks, with some fans wondering if Kardashian had quietly stepped back from the company she helped launch. "I'm still the co-founder and owner," Kardashian told listeners. The question surfaced during an "Ask Me Anything" segment on the podcast, where Kardashian answered listener questions about her businesses and projects. When asked about her involvement with Good American today, Kardashian explained that the brand has reached a point where it can thrive without requiring her constant day-to-day attention.

"At first, I think you really want to help build the brand as much as you can, and we've definitely done that," she said. "But Good American is doing so well now. Good American is strong enough and stable enough to sustain on its own." Still, Kardashian emphasized that her connection to the company hasn't changed. "I am still very much co-founder and owner of the brand," she reiterated.

The clarification comes after fans on Reddit began theorising that Kardashian had shifted her focus to other ventures, including her popcorn label, Khloud. Those conversations fueled speculation that she had stepped away from the denim company she built nearly a decade ago.

Kardashian launched Good American in 2016 alongside business partner Emma Grede. At the time, Kardashian toldHarper's Bazaarthat the pair set out to design jeans that felt inclusive rather than limiting. "We wanted jeans that can fit real women," she said in 2016. "We really felt like that was missing in the market."

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Khloe Kardashian Clarifies Her Role in Good American Amid Feud Rumors

Khloe Kardashianis clearing up the chatter about her place at Good American. During a recent "Ask Me Anything" segment on her po...

Report: Jon Rahm jet carries seven LIV Golf players out of Dubai to Hong Kong tournament

A midnight flight out of bordering Oman on a jet arranged by Jon Rahm brought seven players out of a war zone and into safety 24 hours before the start of LIV Golf Hong Kong, according to Golf.com.

LIV Golf was set to begin play in the annual event in Hong Kong on Thursday and made an attempt to arrange travel from Dubai, which has been struck repeatedly during an escalating conflict involving Iran, Isreal and the United States.

U.S. officials called for American citizens to evacuate 14 Middle East nations, but only after damage had already been done around Dubai International Airport, grounding flights. Several LIV Golf players and caddies live in the United Arab Emirates.

According to the report, Rahm's plan required players to coordinate from different locations in the Middle East to travel toward Oman. The driving distance from downtown Dubai to the border is more than 90 minutes. The usual flight time from Oman to Hong Kong is approximately seven hours.

Golf.com reported Lee Westwood, Anirban Lahiri, Thomas Detry, Sam Horsfield, Tom McKibbin, Adrian Meronk and Caleb Surratt and a caddie traveled in a shuttle van to the Oman border under the cloak of darkness before switching to another shuttle for transportation to an airstrip where the aircraft waited to fly the crew to Hong Kong.

"It was terrifying," Surratt told Golf.com via text on Tuesday. "But since then, it's been OK. It was bad Sunday and Monday here with missile interceptions, but all day today was fine."

McKibbin and Surratt are teammates on Rahm's Legion XIII.

They landed just before midnight local time and all are expected to participate in the event this weekend.

Multiple reports indicated Laurie Canter, an eighth LIV Golf player who was in Dubai, was not on the flight but was expected to arrive in time for the start of the event. By late Wednesday, a limited opening of the main airports in Dubai and Oman was permitted.

--Field Level Media

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March 04, 2026

Report: Jon Rahm jet carries seven LIV Golf players out of Dubai to Hong Kong tournament

A midnight flight out of bordering Oman on a jet arranged by Jon Rahm brought seven players out of a war zone and in...

Lily Allen's receipt dress features lyrics dissing ex David Harbour

British pop starLily Allenstunned in a sheer black knit dress at "The Hunger Games: On Stage" premiere at the Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre on Nov. 12, 2025, in London.Allen's record "West End Girl," which ispacked with revelatory lyricsabout the dissolution of her relationship with "Stranger Things" star David Harbour, has been making waves since the album's debut in October 2025.

British pop star Lily Allen stunned in a sheer black knit dress at "The Hunger Games: On Stage" premiere at the Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre on Nov. 12, 2025, in London.

Allen's record "West End Girl," which is packed with revelatory lyrics about the dissolution of her relationship with "Stranger Things" star David Harbour, has been making waves since the album's debut in October 2025.