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Tottenham Hotspur will go head-to-head with AZ Alkmaar in the UEFA Europa League round of 16. The first leg is at AZ's AFAS Stadium on 6 March, and the second leg at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on 13 March. AZ qualified after beating Galatasaray in play-offs, while Tottenham already bested them in a previous encounter. Other noteworthy matchups include Real Sociedad vs Manchester United and AS Roma vs Athletic Club.

Oz Perkins, son of *Psycho* star Anthony Perkins, turns his traumas into haunting art in *The Monkey*. The film, a mix of Stephen King and Raimi inspiration, explores existential themes with humor and gore. Perkins values creative freedom, shunning studio confines to embrace his unique horror vision.

Steve Bannon, during a CPAC speech in Maryland, made a gesture that resembled a Nazi salute, leading to international backlash. French far-right leader Jordan Bardella canceled his scheduled speech in protest, while Bannon mocked his decision. Czech politicians responded with mixed reactions, reflecting growing unease over far-right influences in the conservative movement.

The UEFA Champions League round-of-16 draw set the stage for thrilling clashes as Liverpool faces PSG and Real Madrid takes on Atlético Madrid. Arsenal will play against PSV. First-leg matches are on March 4–5 with returns on March 11–12. Barcelona benefits from an easier draw by meeting Benfica again. The final is planned for May 31 in Munich.

Leicester City suffered a crushing 4-0 defeat at home to Brentford, highlighting significant defensive failures. This marks their sixth consecutive Premier League match without scoring at the King Power Stadium. The defeat intensified concerns over relegation, as Manager Ruud van Nistelrooy described it as a major setback.

Jordan Bardella, the leader of France's National Rally, withdrew from CPAC after Steve Bannon's controversial gesture mimicking a Nazi salute. Bannon's action followed by derogatory comments sparked outrage, casting a shadow over the event. The conference, featuring key far-right figures, faced criticism for extremist rhetoric and comparisons with past controversies, like Elon Musk's gesture at a Trump rally.

Neighbours, the iconic Australian soap opera, encounters another cancellation after its revival on Amazon Freevee. Set to conclude in 2025, the series leaves fans and cast nostalgic yet hopeful for future chapters. Celebrating its 40th anniversary, the show concludes a significant era in TV history.

Sunderland lost their unbeaten home record after a 1-0 defeat to Hull City, with a crucial own goal sealing their fate. Despite dominating possession, Sunderland couldn't capitalize, leaving them trailing behind Sheffield United in the standings. Meanwhile, Coventry and Norwich secured pivotal victories to enhance their playoff chances.

Joseph Parker pulled off an impressive second-round knockout over Martin Bakole in Riyadh after Daniel Dubois withdrew due to illness. Parker delivered a sharp right, showcasing his power and readying him for a shot at Oleksandr Usyk's world titles. Dimitry Bivol and Shakur Stevenson also recorded victories on the same card.

In a thrilling rematch in Riyadh, Dmitry Bivol clinched the undisputed light heavyweight titles from Artur Beterbiev with a majority decision. His strategic counterpunching outmatched Beterbiev's aggression, despite the latter's late rally. The undercard featured standout wins by boxers Joseph Parker and Shakur Stevenson. Both Bivol and Beterbiev signaled the possibility of a trilogy.