WASHINGTON D.C. – In a move that has reverberated across both the sporting and diplomatic worlds, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has officially confirmed that the Islamic Republic of Iran will participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The announcement, delivered during a high-profile session at the CNBC Invest in America forum, settles a period of […]
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Chennai Super Kings (CSK) left-arm seamer Khaleel Ahmed has been ruled out of rest of IPL 2026 with a right quadricep injury. “The injury sustained will take more than 12 weeks to heal,” CSK said in a statement.Khaleel had hurt himself during CSK’s previous game against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Chennai on April 14 […]
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4/16/2026 – Vaishali Rameshbabu won the Women’s Candidates Tournament by defeating Kateryna Lagno in the final round, finishing clear first on 8½/14 and earning the right to challenge Ju Wenjun for the world title. Bibisara Assaubayeva drew with Divya Deshmukh and finished in sole second place, while Zhu Jiner and Aleksandra Goryachkina shared third. Arne […]
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Struggling to sell one multi-million dollar home currently on the market won’t stop actress and singer Jennifer Lopez from expanding her property collection. Lopez has reportedly added to her real estate holdings an eight-plus acre estate in Bel-Air anchored by a multi-level mansion. The property, complete with a 30-seat screening room, a 100-seat amphitheater and […]
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Indian stock markets witnessed a sharp reversal during the trading session, with benchmark indices giving up early gains. The Sensex dropped nearly 600 points from its intraday high, while the Nifty slipped below the 24,250 mark, reflecting cautious sentiment among investors. After opening on a strong note supported by positive global cues, markets failed to […]
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U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified his public clash with Pope Leo XIV, criticizing the pontiff again over comments related to the Iran war. The dispute has quickly grown into one of the most unusual confrontations between a U.S. president and the Vatican in modern times, drawing reactions from political leaders, religious groups, and global […]
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A tanker under U.S. sanctions reportedly failed to break through the American naval blockade around Iranian ports and turned back toward the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the growing pressure on maritime trade in the Gulf region. The vessel, identified as Rich Starry, had attempted to leave the Gulf after earlier movements through the waterway but […]
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The conflict involving the United States, Iran, and Israel remained highly tense on April 15, 2026, as diplomatic efforts to prevent a wider war continued alongside military and economic pressure. Fresh reports suggested that a second round of ceasefire and peace talks could soon take place, possibly in Pakistan, while U.S. Vice President JD Vance […]
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The United States and Iran are reportedly moving closer toward ending their recent conflict as military fatigue, economic pressure, and political costs begin to weigh heavily on both sides. After weeks of escalation, signs are emerging that Washington and Tehran are looking for an exit strategy through diplomacy. Pakistan is also being viewed as a […]
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In a rare and significant diplomatic development, Israel and Lebanon held direct talks in Washington, DC amid the wider regional conflict involving Iran. The meeting marked the first face-to-face discussions between the two countries in decades and took place while tensions remain high across West Asia. The talks were hosted by the United States and […]
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