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The people of 15 March
5 people in 5 stories, 31 deaths recorded, 2026
Ryan Coogler
American filmmaker (born 1986)
Sinners wins four Academy Awards following a record 16 nominations, with Ryan Coogler for original screenplay, Michael B. Jordan for lead actor, Autumn Durald Arkapaw for cinematography, and Ludwig Göransson for score.
Culture · 15 Mar · with Michael B. Jordan, Autumn Durald Arkapaw, Ludwig Göransson
Kimi Antonelli
Italian racing driver (born 2006)
In auto racing, Mercedes-Benz driver Kimi Antonelli wins his first Formula One Grand Prix after also setting his maiden pole position at the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix. He becomes the second-youngest Grand Prix winner at 19 years old.
Sport · 15 Mar
Windsor John
Malaysian football administrator (born 1961)
Asian Football Confederation secretary general Windsor John says that the Iran national football team will still play at the upcoming FIFA World Cup despite remarks from U.S. President Donald Trump that their safety could be at risk.
Sport · 15 Mar · with Donald Trump
Denis Sassou Nguesso
President of the Republic of the Congo (1979–1992; since 1997)
Congolese people vote to elect a president, with incumbent Denis Sassou Nguesso seeking a fifth consecutive term.
Politics · 15 Mar
Joan Laporta
Spanish businessman (born 1962)
In association football, Joan Laporta is re-elected president of FC Barcelona.
Sport · 15 Mar
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