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Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner became the center of a global doping debate after the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced a three-month ban on February 15. Sinner had tested positive twice in March 2024 for prohibited substance clostebol. Although the International Tennis Integrity Agency initially ruled that he bore "no fault or negligence," WADA appealed before ultimately reaching a settlement with the player. The sanction drew criticism from several fellow players, who argued it was too lenient, while WADA emphasized transparency and pointed to a rise in contamination-related cases across sports. This file photo taken on May 10, 2025 shows Jannik Sinner reacting before the men's singles round of 64 match between Jannik Sinner of Italy and Mariano Navone of Argentina at the ATP Italian Open in Rome, Italy. Photo by Li Jing/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Ethiopia Tigray in Crisis

People walk along the road linking the city of Adwa to Mariam Shewito, Ethiopia, on March 31, 2025. The suspension of USAID and cuts from other aid organisations have severely impacted Tigray, leaving displaced communities without adequate food or medicine. In camps like 70 Kare, wheat rations have dropped from 15 to 9 kilograms per person, with the last USAID delivery in December 2024. Since Trump’s election, medical costs have also surged, making basic treatments unaffordable for many families. Photo by Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Pope Francis Dies Aged 88

File photo - e Pape François fait une halte très symbolique devant la 'Madonuccia', Sainte Patronne de la ville d'Ajaccio, pour un temps de recueillement. Elle est célébrée chaque année le 18 mars pour avoir épargné la ville de la peste au XVIIe siècle. Pope Francis makes a very symbolic stop in front of the 'Madonuccia', Patron Saint of the city of Ajaccio, for a time of meditation. It is celebrated every year on March 18 for having spared the city from the plague in the 17th century. in Ajaccio, Corsica, France, on December 15, 2024. -- Pope Francis died on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta. Photo by Shootpix/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurds in Iran celebrate Nowruz

Kurdish youth in traditional clothing carry fire torches during a Nowruz celebration on a hillside in Saqqez, Iran on March 15, 2024. The event was held in the presence of Jina Amini’s father, as many in the region continue to honor her legacy. Photo by Barbod Khorshidi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurds in Iran celebrate Nowruz

Men and women pose holding Kurdish scarves and roses during Nowruz festivities in Saqqez, Iran on March 15, 2024. The event was held in the presence of Jina Amini’s father, as many in the region continue to honor her legacy. Photo by Barbod Khorshidi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurds in Iran celebrate Nowruz

Kurdish men hold signs commemorating the victims of the 1988 Halabja chemical attack during Nowruz festivities in Saqqez, Iran on March 15, 2024. The attack, carried out by Saddam Hussein’s regime, killed thousands of civilians and remains a haunting memory across Kurdish communities in the region. Photo by Barbod Khorshidi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurds in Iran celebrate Nowruz

Kurdish youth in traditional clothing carry fire torches during a Nowruz celebration on a hillside in Saqqez, Iran on March 15, 2024. The event was held in the presence of Jina Amini’s father, as many in the region continue to honor her legacy. Photo by Barbod Khorshidi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurds in Iran celebrate Nowruz

A young woman poses with a red rose on a mountain slope during Nowruz celebrations in Saqqez, Iran on March 15, 2024. The event was held in the presence of Jina (Mahsa) Amini’s father, as many in the region continue to honor her legacy. Photo by Barbod Khorshidi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurds in Iran celebrate Nowruz

Participants raise Kurdish scarves and hold roses in the air during Nowruz festivities in Saqqez, Iran on March 15, 2024. The event was held in the presence of Jina (Mahsa) Amini’s father, as many in the region continue to honor her legacy. Photo by Barbod Khorshidi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurds in Iran celebrate Nowruz

A young woman poses with a red rose on a mountain slope during Nowruz celebrations in Saqqez, Iran on March 15, 2024. The event was held in the presence of Jina (Mahsa) Amini’s father, as many in the region continue to honor her legacy. Photo by Barbod Khorshidi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurds in Iran celebrate Nowruz

A young woman poses with a red rose on a mountain slope during Nowruz celebrations in Saqqez, Iran on March 15, 2024. The event was held in the presence of Jina (Mahsa) Amini’s father, as many in the region continue to honor her legacy. Photo by Barbod Khorshidi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurds in Iran celebrate Nowruz

Kurdish men hold signs commemorating the victims of the 1988 Halabja chemical attack during Nowruz festivities in Saqqez, Iran on March 15, 2024. The attack, carried out by Saddam Hussein’s regime, killed thousands of civilians and remains a haunting memory across Kurdish communities in the region. Photo by Barbod Khorshidi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Kurds in Iran celebrate Nowruz

A young woman poses with a red rose on a mountain slope during Nowruz celebrations in Saqqez, Iran on March 15, 2024. The event was held in the presence of Jina (Mahsa) Amini’s father, as many in the region continue to honor her legacy. Photo by Barbod Khorshidi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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CALCIO - Serie A - Torino FC vs Empoli FC

Torino FC during the Italian Serie A, 2024/25 season, football match between Torino FC and Empoli FC on 15 of March 2025, at Stadio Olympic Grande Torino, Turin, Italy. Photo Nderim Kaceli

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CALCIO - Serie A - Torino FC vs Empoli FC

A moment during the game during the Italian Serie A, 2024/25 season, football match between Torino FC and Empoli FC on 15 of March 2025, at Stadio Olympic Grande Torino, Turin, Italy. Photo Nderim Kaceli

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CALCIO - Serie A - Torino FC vs Empoli FC

Ardian Ismajli of Empoli FC and Che Adams of Torino FC during the Italian Serie A, 2024/25 season, football match between Torino FC and Empoli FC on 15 of March 2025, at Stadio Olympic Grande Torino, Turin, Italy. Photo Nderim Kaceli

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CALCIO - Serie A - Torino FC vs Empoli FC

Vanja Milinkovic-Savic of Torino FC during the Italian Serie A, 2024/25 season, football match between Torino FC and Empoli FC on 15 of March 2025, at Stadio Olympic Grande Torino, Turin, Italy. Photo Nderim Kaceli

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CALCIO - Serie A - Torino FC vs Empoli FC

Ardian Ismajli of Empoli FC during the Italian Serie A, 2024/25 season, football match between Torino FC and Empoli FC on 15 of March 2025, at Stadio Olympic Grande Torino, Turin, Italy. Photo Nderim Kaceli

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CALCIO - Serie A - Torino FC vs Empoli FC

Guillermo MarPhoto by IPA/ABACAPRESS.COMn of Torino FC during the Italian Serie A, 2024/25 season, football match between Torino FC and Empoli FC on 15 of March 2025, at Stadio Olympic Grande Torino, Turin, Italy. Photo Nderim Kaceli

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CALCIO - Serie A - Torino FC vs Empoli FC

Empoli FC during the Italian Serie A, 2024/25 season, football match between Torino FC and Empoli FC on 15 of March 2025, at Stadio Olympic Grande Torino, Turin, Italy. Photo Nderim Kaceli

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CALCIO - Serie A - Torino FC vs Empoli FC

Liam Henderson of Empoli FC during the Italian Serie A, 2024/25 season, football match between Torino FC and Empoli FC on 15 of March 2025, at Stadio Olympic Grande Torino, Turin, Italy. Photo Nderim Kaceli

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CALCIO - Serie A - Torino FC vs Empoli FC

Che Adams of Torino FC during the Italian Serie A, 2024/25 season, football match between Torino FC and Empoli FC on 15 of March 2025, at Stadio Olympic Grande Torino, Turin, Italy. Photo Nderim Kaceli

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CALCIO - Serie A - Torino FC vs Empoli FC

Nikola Vlasic of Torino FC during the Italian Serie A, 2024/25 season, football match between Torino FC and Empoli FC on 15 of March 2025, at Stadio Olympic Grande Torino, Turin, Italy. Photo Nderim Kaceli

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CALCIO - Serie A - Torino FC vs Empoli FC

Ardian Ismajli of Empoli FC during the Italian Serie A, 2024/25 season, football match between Torino FC and Empoli FC on 15 of March 2025, at Stadio Olympic Grande Torino, Turin, Italy. Photo Nderim Kaceli

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CALCIO - Serie A - Torino FC vs Empoli FC

Ardian Ismajli of Empoli FC during the Italian Serie A, 2024/25 season, football match between Torino FC and Empoli FC on 15 of March 2025, at Stadio Olympic Grande Torino, Turin, Italy. Photo Nderim Kaceli

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CALCIO - Serie A - Torino FC vs Empoli FC

D'aversa manager of Empoli FC during the Italian Serie A, 2024/25 season, football match between Torino FC and Empoli FC on 15 of March 2025, at Stadio Olympic Grande Torino, Turin, Italy. Photo Nderim Kaceli

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CALCIO - Serie A - Torino FC vs Empoli FC

Samuele Ricci of Torino FC during the Italian Serie A, 2024/25 season, football match between Torino FC and Empoli FC on 15 of March 2025, at Stadio Olympic Grande Torino, Turin, Italy. Photo Nderim Kaceli

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Hellas Verona fans show their support during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Hellas Verona fans show their support during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Cheikh Niasse of Hellas Verona FC battle for the ball with Oumar Solet of Udinese FC during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Hellas Verona fans show their support during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Amin Sarr of Hellas Verona FC battle for the ball with Jordan Zemura of Udinese FC during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Hellas Verona fans show their support during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Amin Sarr of Hellas Verona FC battle for the ball with Jordan Zemura of Udinese FC during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Cheikh Niasse of Hellas Verona FC battle for the ball with Oumar Solet of Udinese FC during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Jackson Tchatchoua of Hellas Verona FC play the ball during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Hellas Verona fans show their support during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Jackson Tchatchoua of Hellas Verona FC during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Hellas Verona fans show their support during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Hellas Verona players applaud the fans following the final whistle during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Grigoris Kastanos of Hellas Verona FC play the ball during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Paolo Zanetti Head Coach of Hellas Verona FC during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Domagoj Bradaric of Hellas Verona FC play the ball during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Lorenzo Lucca of Udinese FC during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Domagoj Bradaric of Hellas Verona FC play the ball during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Kingsley Ehizibue of Udinese FC play the ball during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Paolo Zanetti Head Coach of Hellas Verona FC during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Domagoj Bradaric of Hellas Verona FC play the ball during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Kosta Runjaic Head Coach of Udinese FC during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.

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CALCIO - Serie A - Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC

Hellas Verona players applaud the fans following the final whistle during Udinese Calcio vs Hellas Verona FC, 29Â° Serie A Enilive 2024-25 game at Bluenergy stadium in Udine (UD), Italy, on March 15, 2025.