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Lionel Messi becomes owner of Spanish fifth-division club Cornellà
The Inter Miami forward has acquired UE Cornellà, a modest Barcelona-based club with a 1,500-capacity stadium.
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Israeli and Lebanese officials said Wednesday that Israel is weighing a pause in fighting against Hezbollah, though formal approval remains pending.
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Middle East
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Hegseth threatens Iran infrastructure attacks if cease-fire fails
US defence secretary renews threat to target Iran's power generation and energy infrastructure should negotiations collapse.
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Russia offers energy support to China as Iran war disrupts global supplies
Russia's Foreign Minister said Moscow can help fill energy gaps for China amid Middle East conflict and rising oil prices.
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Music
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April 15, 2026
Kanye West postpones Marseille concert as France considers ban
The rapper postponed his June 11 show at Marseille's Vélodrome after France's interior minister sought to block him over antisemitic remarks.
Entertainment
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April 15, 2026
Katy Perry denies Ruby Rose sexual assault allegation
Perry's representative called the claim "categorically false" and "reckless lies." Victoria Police confirmed they are investigating a historical assault allegation from 2010.
Football
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April 14, 2026
PSG beats Liverpool 2-0 to advance to Champions League semi-finals
Ousmane Dembélé scored twice as Paris Saint-Germain eliminated Liverpool 4-0 on aggregate in the quarter-finals.
Sports
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April 14, 2026
U.S. Soccer sporting director Matt Crocker leaves for Saudi Arabia role
Crocker departs two months before the 2026 World Cup to join the Saudi Arabian Football Federation in a similar position.
Argentina
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April 14, 2026
Second trial in Maradona death case begins in Argentina
Seven healthcare professionals face trial over the 2020 death of Diego Maradona. The case restarts after the first trial was nullified due to judicial misconduct.
Business
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April 14, 2026
Amazon completes $11.57 billion acquisition of Globalstar
The deal adds two dozen satellites to Amazon's network as it competes with SpaceX's Starlink in satellite-based connectivity.
Italy
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April 14, 2026
Italy suspends defense pact with Israel amid diplomatic tensions
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced the suspension of a longstanding military cooperation agreement, citing internal pressure and diplomatic concerns.
Sports
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April 14, 2026
NJ Transit plans to charge over $100 for World Cup train tickets
New Jersey's transit authority is modeling special event pricing for rail trips to MetLife Stadium, a sevenfold increase from standard fares.
Sports
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April 14, 2026
Mascherano resigns as Inter Miami manager months after MLS title
The Argentine coach cited personal reasons for his departure, which also includes his entire coaching staff.
Sudan
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April 14, 2026
Sudan faces mounting hunger crisis as Iran war strains aid efforts
Nearly 700 civilians killed by drones in 2026; food and fuel prices surge as Middle East conflict disrupts supplies to war-torn nation.
Politics
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April 13, 2026
Texas Republican Tony Gonzales to step down from Congress
Gonzales announced his resignation Monday ahead of an expulsion vote over an affair with a staffer who died by suicide.
New York
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April 13, 2026
About 90 protesters detained at N.Y.C. rally against Israel arms sales
Police detained roughly 90 demonstrators, including Chelsea Manning, who blocked traffic in Manhattan protesting U.S. weapons shipments to Israel.