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10Under The Shadow is a Babadook for war-torn Iran
The A.V. Club reviews "Under The Shadow," describing it as a horror film set in war-torn Iran that draws comparisons to "The Babadook." The film uses supernatural elements to explore the anxieties and fears of a mother and daughter during the Iran-Iraq War.
England Lions match in Abu Dhabi cancelled amid Middle East crisis
A 50-over cricket match between England Lions and Pakistan in Abu Dhabi was cancelled due to safety concerns arising from the Middle East crisis. The cancellation follows a large-scale attack by the US and Israel against Iran, which was then retaliated against with strikes in Israel and other Middle Eastern nations.
The Risky Politics of Trump’s New War With Iran
Ed Kilgore's article in *New York* magazine discusses the potential political risks for Donald Trump associated with a war with Iran. While Trump's base would likely support military action, it could backfire with swing voters and impact the 2020 midterm elections.
“Small Children Who Knew Nothing of Politics or Wars”
A bombing in Minab, Iran targeted a girls' elementary school, reportedly resulting in over 100 fatalities and widespread devastation. Parents are anxiously awaiting news about their daughters in the aftermath of the attack.
Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is dead at 86
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, 86, has reportedly died after U.S. and Israeli strikes. Khamenei had consolidated theocratic power over decades and sought to make Iran a regional force.
Polymarket Iran Bets Hit $529 Million as New Wallets Raise Insider Concerns
Polymarket bettors traded $529 million on contracts tied to the timing of strikes on Iran. Blockchain sleuths began examining unusual patterns in recent bets as US and Israeli bombs fell on Iran.
Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is killed in Israeli strike, ending 36-year iron rule
An Israeli strike has reportedly killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, ending his 36-year rule. Khamenei had held power since 1989, a period marked by both difficult times and the violent suppression of dissent within Iran.
Trump’s Iran War Rages On: Live Updates
The article is a developing news report on escalating tensions and potential conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran. It references President Trump ordering a "massive and ongoing operation," framing it as a response to Iran's perceived threat to the U.S.
Iran students resume anti-government protests
Iranian students have resumed anti-government protests, honoring those killed during the government's crackdown on mass protests last month. The nationwide mass protests were previously suppressed by Iranian authorities.
Iran Predictions & Real-Time Odds
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