Pope Leo XIV has issued his strongest condemnation yet of the “delusion of omnipotence” he believes is fueling the US-Israel war in Iran, demanding political leaders halt hostilities and negotiate for peace.The pontiff presided over an evening prayer service in St Peter’s Basilica at the weekend, coinciding with the start of face-to-face negotiations between the…
The US Navy will begin at 10 am this morning the blockading “any ships” trying to enter or leave the Strait of Hormuz, US President Donald Trump said yesterday, after talks to make Iran open the critical ship passage failed at the weekend. Trump also threatened to bomb Iran’s water treatment facilities as well as…
President Donald Trump has warned that the United States will impose a 50% tariff on Chinese goods ifBeijing provides military assistance or weapons to Iran.Trump made the threat on Sunday, April 12, 2026, during an interview on Fox News’ “Sunday MorningFutures with Maria Bartiromo.” He said: “If we catch them doing that, they get a…
Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation with Iranian President MasoudPezeshkian on Sunday, April 12, 2026, offering Russia’s readiness to mediate and support diplomaticefforts to resolve the Middle East crisis following the collapse of direct talks between the United Statesand Iran.According to the Kremlin readout, Putin emphasised his readiness to “further facilitate the search…
Céline Dion has announced her return to live performances with a 10-show residency at Paris La DéfenseArena in September and October 2026.The Canadian singer made the announcement on Monday, March 30, 2026, her 58th birthday, in a videomessage shared on social media and aired on French television. It marks her first series of full concertssince…
Canada will increase fees for permanent residence (PR) applications and the right of citizenship feeeffective late March and April 2026.Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced the adjustments on March 27, 2026, tokeep pace with inflation and support service delivery. Key changes; Effective March 31, 2026.** Right of citizenship fee (adult applicants): increases from $119.75…
Floyd Mayweather Jr. has cast doubt on key details of the much-hyped rematch with Manny Pacquiao,describing the bout as an exhibition and saying the venue is not yet confirmed.Mayweather made the comments on Saturday, March 28, 2026, during a meet-and-greet and autographsession at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Speaking to Vegas Sports Today, the 49-year-old…
Tottenham Hotspur and head coach Igor Tudor have parted ways by mutual consent after just 44 daysand seven matches in charge.The club announced the decision on Sunday, March 29, 2026. Tudor, appointed on an interim basis untilthe end of the season on February 14, 2026, following the dismissal of Thomas Frank, recorded one win,one draw…
Senegal paraded the Africa Cup of Nations trophy in front of fans on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at theStade de France ahead of their international friendly against Peru, despite the Confederation of AfricanFootball (CAF) stripping the country of the 2025 title. The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) included a 15-minute trophy presentation in the officialmatchday schedule….
England head coach Thomas Tuchel has indicated that Harry Maguire ranks as the fifth-choice centre-back in his current thinking, delivering a significant setback to the Manchester United defender’sprospects of making the 2026 World Cup squad.Tuchel made the assessment in comments reported on Saturday, March 28, 2026, following England’s 1-1 friendly draw with Uruguay at Wembley…
