Former US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu were scheduled to meet in Washington on Wednesday to discuss negotiations with Iran, according to Netanyahu's office, as reported by Sky News. The meeting followed indirect nuclear talks between Iranian and US officials in Muscat, Oman, on Friday.
The discussions between Trump and Netanyahu were set against the backdrop of a continued American naval build-up near Iran, which Trump had described as an "armada," Sky News reported. The meeting's focus was on the ongoing negotiations with Iran, a topic of significant geopolitical importance.
Meanwhile, in other news, American superstar skier Lindsey Vonn faced disappointment at the Winter Olympics, crashing out of the women's downhill competition in Cortina, according to BBC World. Vonn, 41, was competing just nine days after rupturing ligaments in her left knee. The BBC reported that Vonn's crash, caused by hitting the gate with her ski pole on her first jump, denied her what could have been a "fairytale ending" to her career.
In the realm of entertainment, actor Wallace Shawn, known for his avant-garde work, experienced a moment of recognition in New York City, as described by the NY Times. While walking with a reporter, Shawn, wearing a generic outfit, was instantly recognized by a group of people waiting to enter a theater.
In a different trend, the UK was experiencing a surge in the popularity of US-style fried chicken, transforming British takeaways, according to BBC Business. Chicken shops were opening at a faster rate than all other fast food outlets, driven by a youth-led craze. Nursing student Sumayyah Zara Sillah, 19, told BBC Business, "I try to be healthy, but I like it so much," highlighting the appeal of the trend.
Finally, in the world of sports, NFL stars were highlighting the importance of teamwork, with several duos discussing their on-field partnerships, according to Fox News. The players emphasized the significance of having a "wingman" on and off the field, with the article stating that "football teams can't have wins without chemistry, and you can't have chemistry without your wingman."
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