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Musk, Yaccarino summoned to France over child abuse images on X

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:13:22 GMT

PARIS, France: French investigators have summoned Elon Musk and Linda Yaccarino to Paris on April 19, in connection with allegations of misconduct on the social media platform X, including the spread of child sexual abuse material and deepfake content.

It is still not clear whether Elon Musk and Linda Yaccarino will go to Paris. A spokesperson for X (formerly Twitter) did not reply to questions from The Associat

Moscow warns of Western involvement in Mali terrorist raid

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:25:40 GMT

Russia previously accused France of stoking instability in its former colony in revenge for Bamakos push for closer ties with Moscow

Western countries may have played a role in one of Mali's largest-ever coordinated terrorist assaults, which struck Bamako's international airport, the garrison town of Kati, and three other cities across the country, the Russian Foreign Ministry has said.

MLB roundup: Red Sox rout Orioles, fire manager Alex Cora

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:19:18 GMT

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Garrett Crochet pitched six shutout innings and Andruw Monasterio drilled a late-game grand slam as the Boston Red Sox snapped a four-game losing streak in dominant fashion with a 17-1 win over the host Baltimore Orioles Saturday afternoon.

Later on Saturday, the Red Sox fired manager Alex Cora and five others on staff. Chad Tracy, the club's manager at Triple-A

Ty France hits 2 homers as Padres rally past D-backs in Mexico City

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:07:40 GMT

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Ty France hit two bases-empty homers, Mason Miller recorded his major league-leading 10th save, and the San Diego Padres beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-4 in the Mexico City Series at Estadio Alfredo Harp Helu in Mexico City on Saturday.

Miller has not allowed a run in 14 1/3 innings this season, and he extended his scoreless streak to a franchise-record 34 2/3 innin

Alexander Zverev holds strong to remain perfect in Madrid openers

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:05:25 GMT

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Second-seeded Alexander Zverev of Germany maintained his composure to nab a three-set win to keep up his perfect record in opening round matches at the Mutua Madrid Open by taking down Argentina's Mariano Navone 6-1, 3-6, 6-3 on Saturday.

The two-time Madrid Open winner improved to 9-0 in his first match at the tournament after receiving a first round bye. Zverev conve

Political Prisoner Executed In Iran

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 02:25:00 GMT

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Amer Ramesh

Amer Ramesh, a political prisoner accused of being a member of a militant group, has been executed in the southeastern Iranian city of Zahedan, the Mizan news agency has reported.

According to Mizan, which is affiliated with Iran's judiciary, the execution took place on April 26. Mizan reported that he was charged

Trump Says DC Shooting Incident Won't Deter Him From Iran War

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 02:25:00 GMT

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Trump Says DC Shooting Incident Won't Deter Him From Iran War

US President Donald Trump said a shooting at a Washington, DC, event he was attending would not deter him from the war with Iran, although he added that he did not believe incident was connected to the conflict in the Middle East.

"It's not going to deter me from winning the war in Iran," Trump told a news conference

Israel Urges Residents In Southern Lebanon To Evacuate

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 02:25:00 GMT

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Israel Urges Residents In Southern Lebanon To Evacuate

Israel's military on April 26 urged residents of seven towns north of the Litani River in southern Lebanon to evacuate, saying it would act forcefully against Iran-backed Hezbollah over cease-fire violations.

A militant group and political party that controls much of southern Lebanon, Hezbollah is considered a terrorist org

Mali hit by wave of coordinated terrorist raids

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 23:05:25 GMT

Heavy gunfire and explosions rocked the capital, Bamako, and other parts of the country on Saturday

Heavy fighting erupted on the outskirts of Mali's capital and in several major cities on Saturday after a wave of coordinated attacks claimed by regional al-Qaeda affiliate JNIM and the Tuareg-dominated separatist rebel group FLA.

Gunfire and explosions were reported around Kati, home to Mali

PSG strengthen Ligue 1 lead with 3-0 win over Angers

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 22:54:59 GMT

PARIS, 26th April, 2026 (WAM) -- Paris Saint-Germain defeated Angers SCO 3-0 today in the 31st round of the French Ligue 1.

With this result, Paris Saint-Germain raised their tally to 69 points in first place, while Angers remained in 13th place with 34 points, as the Parisian side strengthened their lead at the top of the league.

Paris Saint-Germain have four matches remaining, including a clash with secon

Iga Swiatek withdraws from Madrid with illness

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:55:21 GMT

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Iga Swiatek withdrew from the Mutua Madrid Open after suffering from an illness in her round-of-32 match against Ann Li on Saturday.

The No. 4 seed Swiatek lost the first set to the No. 31 seed Li but jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the second set, winning 16 of 21 points on the way to winning that set in 39 minutes.

However, the six-time Grand Slam Champion looked

NASCAR names first CEO from outside founding family

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:55:18 GMT

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NASCAR has promoted Steve O'Donnell to chief executive officer and Ben Kennedy to chief operating officer, the organization announced Saturday morning in Talladega, Ala.

O'Donnell will succeed Jim France to become the first NASCAR head from outside the France family in its 78 years. France will remain as NASCAR chairman, and it will stay a family-run business.

Macron laments that US is not a reliable partner

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:46:44 GMT

The international order is jeopardized by the larger global powers, the French president has said

US allies are no longer sure that Washington is a "reliable" partner, French President Emmanuel Macron has said.

Speaking during an informal summit in Athens on Friday alongside Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Macron was asked whether Europe was "becoming a bit irrelevant" given the v

GREECE-ATHENS-PM-FRENCH RESIDENT-MEETING

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 13:16:25 GMT

(260425) -- ATHENS, April 25, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis (R) and French President Emmanuel Macron attend a press conference at Maximos Mansion in Athens, Greece, April 25, 2026.

Greece and France on Saturday signed nine agreements here during a two-day visit of French President Emmanuel Macron, advancing bilateral cooperation across a wide range of sectors.

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EU Warns Bosnia US Gas Project Could Threaten 1 Billion Euros In Aid

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:55:49 GMT

The EU has warned Bosnia that designating a private US company as the main investor in a planned gas pipeline, aimed at ending four decades of dependence on Russian gas imports, could undermine the its EU accession and put access to aid from Brussels at risk.

In a letter dated April 13, the EU ambassador to Sarajevo, Luigi Soreca, warned that legislation adopted specifically for the gas pipeline project (lex spec

China Sports Weekly (4.19-4.25)

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:46:32 GMT

BEIJING, April 25 (Xinhua) -- Here are the latest Chinese sports headlines from the past week:

1. 6th Asian Beach Games opens in Sanya

The 6th Asian Beach Games opened on April 22 in China's tropical resort city of Sanya, with the opening ceremony held at the seaside Yasha Park.

The 75-minute ceremony was structured around three themed segments, "Passion of Sea and Sky," "Dreams of th

Bulgarias Karlos Nasar Claims Fourth European Crown in Batumi

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:10:44 GMT

Bulgarian weightlifting star Karlos Nasar once again confirmed his dominance on the European stage, winning his fourth European title at the championship in Batumi, Georgia. Competing in the men's 94 kg category, Nasar left no doubt about his superiority, taking gold in both movements and finishing first in the overall standings.

The Olympic champion completed the competition with a total of 386 kilograms in the

"Mbappe felt discomfort": Arbeloa after Real Madrid draw vs Betis

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:32:36 GMT

Seville [Spain], April 25 (ANI): Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa said star striker and Frenchman Kylian Mbappe experienced discomfort and requested to be substituted during Friday's 1-1 draw against Real Betis on Saturday, according to ESPN.

Vinicius Junior had given the visitors the lead in the 17th minute at La Cartuja, but a stoppage-time equaliser from Hector Bellerin in the 94th minute ensured the match end

US-Iran Peace Talks In Pakistan On Hold

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:25:00 GMT

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Trump Cancels Witkoff, Kushner Trip To Islamabad

A senior US official has confirmed to RFE\RL that a planned trip by special envoy Steve Witkoff and President Donald Trumps son-in-law, Jared Kushner, to Pakistan for peace talks with Iran has been called off. The comments come after Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araqchi held what hecalleda "timely tour" to the Pakistani capital on Ap

Macron Continues To Push Goal Of Reopening Strait Of Hormuz

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:25:00 GMT

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French President Emmanuel Macron has reiterated that his focus is on efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Speaking at a news conference in Athens alongside Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Macron said that panic caused by geopolitical uncertainties could itself lead to

Trump Cancels Witkoff, Kushner Trip To Islamabad

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:25:00 GMT

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Cowboys, Ravens square off for NFL's first game in Rio in September

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:55:23 GMT

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The Dallas Cowboys will play the Baltimore Ravens in the NFL's first game in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the league announced on Friday.

The Cowboys had been announced in early February for the game but not the opponent nor the date, which is Sunday, Sept. 27, at 4:25 p.m. ET at Maracana Stadium. The game will be carried on CBS and Paramount+ as well as the NFL+ app.

Caty McNally beats Victoria Mboko in Madrid for 1st top-10 win

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:55:23 GMT

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Caty McNally recorded the first top-10 victory of her career when she scored a 6-4, 6-1 triumph over No. 10 Victoria Mboko on Friday in the second round of the Madrid Open.

McNally needed just 79 minutes to land her first win in nine attempts against top-10 opponents.

'I feel like I've been knocking on the door for a little while with some of these really great

Dino Prizmic halts Ben Shelton's win streak in Madrid upset

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:55:18 GMT

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Croatian qualifier Dino Prizmic earned his first career top-10 win, toppling No. 4 seed Ben Shelton 6-4, 6-7 (4), 7-6 (5) in a marathon three-hour match to reach the third round of the Madrid Open on Friday.

Prizmic, 20, was excellent on his serve, winning 70.6% of his service points (77 of 109) and never facing a break point in the match. Shelton had twice as many ace

EU made big strategic mistake on Russia Albanian PM

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:11:13 GMT

The bloc must reopen communication with Moscow to have any say in the Ukraine conflict settlement, Edi Rama has said

The European Union made a "big strategic mistake" by severing all communication with Russia after the escalation of the Ukraine conflict, Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama told Politico in an interview published on Friday.

The bloc intensified its sanctions pressure and cut of

EU made big strategic mistake regarding Russia Albanian PM

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:11:13 GMT

The bloc must reopen communication with Moscow to have any say in the settlement of the Ukraine conflict, Edi Rama has said

The bloc intensified its sanctions pressure and

Carlos Alcaraz to miss Rome, Roland Garros 2026 due to wrist injury

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:01:57 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 24 (ANI): Carlos Alcaraz announced on Friday that he will miss the Internazionali BNL d'Italia and Roland Garros after a wrist injury forced him to end his 2026 clay-court season early.

The World No. 2, who was set to defend his titles at both events, including a memorable French Open triumph where he saved three championship points to beat Jannik Sinner, opted to withdraw following medic

"As part of BJP, I will serve Punjab better": Vikramjit Singh Sahney after AAP MPs join BJP

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:01:37 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 24 (ANI): Rajya Sabha MP Vikramjit Singh Sahney on Friday said that being part of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would enable him to serve Punjab and its people with greater dedication and effectiveness with the support of the Centre.

This comes after three Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MPs - Raghav Chadha, Sandeep Pathak and Ashok Mittal joined the BJP after severing ties with AAP. The Rajya

No three-peat: Carlos Alcaraz (wrist) to miss French Open

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:40:31 GMT

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Two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz will miss the French Open due to a right wrist injury, the World No. 2 announced on Friday.

The 22-year-old Spaniard pulled out of the Barcelona Open after his first-round win earlier this month and withdrew from the Madrid Open before crossing Rome and Roland Garros off his clay-court calendar on Friday.

'After the

Shambhavi, Divyanshu, clinch mixed team air rifle gold with junior world record score

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:00:38 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 24 (ANI): India's 10m air rifle mixed team pairing of Shambhavi Kshirsagar and Divyanshu Dewangan won the competition with a junior world record score of 499.9, as India claimed a fourth gold in the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) Junior World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun, in Cairo, Egypt, on Friday.

The pair had earlier topped the qualification round with a combined 632.0. Ch

CHINA-BEIJING-BJIFF-JULIETTE BINOCHE MASTERCLASS (CN)

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:15:57 GMT

(260424) -- BEIJING, April 24, 2026 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on April 24, 2026 shows a scene of Juliette Binoche Masterclass held during the 16th Beijing International Film Festival (BJIFF), in Beijing, capital of China. Themed "A Journey Without Borders: Juliette Binoche's Artistic Exploration", the event featured the professional experience and artistic insights of renowned French actress Juliette Binoche.

"Laowai" in China | French scholar paints life with Chinese brush

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:45:22 GMT

(260424) -- SHANGHAI, April 24, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Benot Vermander paints at a studio in Shanghai, east China, April 22, 2026. Benot Vermander, a French scholar born in 1960, is not only a professor and doctoral supervisor at the School of Philosophy of Fudan University but also a painter, poet, and cultural ambassador whose life has become a dialogue between East and West.

His journey with Chinese culture began i

French TV compares Christian cross to Nazi symbols

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:26:13 GMT

A sociologist on M6 struck a nerve by comparing an unsanctioned devotional installation with far-right graffiti in Nice

French television channel M6 has aired a report comparing two unlawfully installed Christian crosses to an act of neo-Nazi vandalism, drawing sharp criticism, according to Tribune Chretienne.

The controversy followed a Wednesday broadcast in which sociologist Erwan Lecoeur

French President Macron calls for West Asia stability; rejects 'coercive' measures against Iran

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:01:18 GMT

Nicosia [Cyprus], April 24 (ANI): French President Emmanuel Macron has called for a swift return to stability in West Asia, warning that the ongoing spillover from the US-Israel war on Iran is unsettling the global economy, as per Al Jazeera.

According to Al Jazeera, Macron said, 'It is in everyone's interest for stability to return as soon as possible and for the world's economies to be reassured.'

He ma

Why Xi values books in bridging cultures

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 03:45:17 GMT

BEIJING, April 24 (Xinhua) -- To make his remarks more relatable to global audiences, Chinese President Xi Jinping often references foreign literature as a way to foster closer ties while advancing his ideas. For him, literature and art are "the best medium for creating understanding and communication between different countries and cultures."

Back in March 2013, during his first state visit to Russia since becom

CYPRUS-AYIA NAPA-EU-SUMMIT

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:45:20 GMT

(260423) -- AYIA NAPA, April 23, 2026 (Xinhua) -- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrives at an EU summit in Ayia Napa, Cyprus, April 23, 2026. European Union (EU) leaders gathering in Cyprus on Thursday and Friday will discuss the economic and security fallout from Iran war, especially on soaring energy prices and mutual defense following a recent drone attack on the Mediterranean island. (Xinhua/Lv You)

Middle East war fallout hits consumers worldwide

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:04:49 GMT

Disruptions to shipping and energy flows are driving up costs, straining supply chains and reshaping global trade routes

The fallout from the USIsraeli war on Iran is spreading across the global economy, driving up costs, disrupting supply chains, and leaving consumers to absorb the impact as trade flows shift. A growing number of companies have warned of higher costs and weaker demand as disrupt

Oscar-winning 'Godfather' production designer Dean Tavoularis passes away at 93, director Francis Ford Coppola pays tribute

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:57:57 GMT

Los Angeles [US], April 24 (ANI): Acclaimed Oscar-winning production designer Dean Tavoularis, known for his work on the 'Godfather' films and 'Apocalypse Now', has passed away at 93.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Tavoularis died on Wednesday night in a Paris hospital of natural causes.

Reacting to the news, Tavoularis' longtime collaborator, director Francis Ford Coppola, mourned his passing and s

France and Poland to practice nuclear strikes on Russia - media

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:28:23 GMT

The UK-led Joint Expedition Forces meanwhile, will reportedly practice the naval blockade and seizure of Kaliningrad exclave

France and Poland are preparing joint military exercises simulating conventional and nuclear strikes on Russia and Belarus, according to Polish media. Moscow has claimed that NATO will practice

France and Poland to practice nuclear strikes on Russia media

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:28:23 GMT

The UK-led Joint Expedition Forces meanwhile, will reportedly practice the naval blockade and seizure of Kaliningrad exclave

France and Poland are preparing joint military exercises simulating conventional and nuclear strikes on Russia and Belarus, according to Polish media. Moscow has claimed that NATO will practice the blockade and seizure of Russia's Kaliningrad Region at the same time.

Celtics G Derrick White wins NBA Sportsmanship Award

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:05:12 GMT

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Boston Celtics guard Derrick White was named the 2025-26 NBA Sportsmanship Award winner on Thursday.

White, 31, receives the Joe Dumars Trophy, named for the inaugural award recipient and Hall of Fame guard.

He is the second consecutive Celtics player to win the award following guard Jrue Holiday in 2024-25.

Presented since 1995-96, the award honors a

India welcomes operationalisation of visa-free transit for Indian nationals transiting through French airports

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:33:33 GMT

New Delhi [India], April 23 (ANI): As India and France continue to bolster their bilateral ties, New Delhi on Thursday welcomed the operationalisation of visa-free transit for Indian nationals transiting via French airports.

Speaking at the weekly press briefing in the national capital, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that the discussion for the removal of the transit visa re

Russian military frees geologists kidnapped in Africa in 2024

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:56:56 GMT

The victims, including Ukrainian national Yuri Yurov, were abducted by an Al-Qaeda affiliate in Niger, Moscow has said

Russian forces deployed in Mali have rescued two employees of a Russian geological exploration company who had been held hostage in the Sahel for nearly two years, the Defense Ministry in Moscow announced on Tuesday.

According to an official statement, the freed captives -

French soldier dies after Lebanon attack

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:19:35 GMT

A second serviceman has died as a result of last weeks incident

A French soldier who was gravely wounded in an attack on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon last week has succumbed to his wounds, President Emmanuel Macron has said.

Another French peacekeeper was killed in the incident and two more were injured; their patrol came under small-arms fire in the village of Ghandourieh in southern Lebanon

AFC Champions League Two: Coman hat-trick powers Al-Nassr into final with 5-1 rout of Al-Ahli

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:32:10 GMT

Dubai [UAE], April 23 (ANI): Kingsley Coman produced a scintillating hat-trick as Al-Nassr stormed into the AFC Champions League Two final with a commanding 5-1 victory over Al-Ahli SC on Wednesday.

Despite a strong start from the visitors, Al-Nassr's attacking quality proved overwhelming as they recovered from an early setback to seal a comprehensive win in front of their home fans in Riyadh.

Al-Ahli had t

Trump Says Navy Targeting Mine Boats, Claims US Controls Hormuz

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:56:13 GMT

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Iranian Lawmaker Says Khamenei Opposes Continuing US Negotiations

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A member of the National Security Committee of the Iranian parliament said that Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei opposes extending negotiations with the United States.

In an interview with Iranian state television on April 23, Ali Khazrian praised Khamenei -

Trump Says Deal With Iran Will Be Made When 'Appropriate And Good'

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:56:13 GMT

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Trump Says Deal With Iran Will Be Made When 'Appropriate And Good'

US President Donald Trump said a deal with Tehran will be made when it is "appropriate and good" for the United States, amid reports that the White House is seeking to fast-track an end to the US-Israeli war with Iran.

"I have all the time in the World, but Iran doesn't -- The clock is ticking!" Trump said in hi

High energy costs focus of discussions at EU summit in Cyprus

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:15:13 GMT

It takes time for the global oil market to return to normal prices amid the Iran war and the Hormuz blockade. For the second time in less than five years, with no end in sight yet for the Ukraine crisis, Europeans have recognized the great price of Europe's dependency on imported fossil fuels.

BRUSSELS, April 23 (Xinhua) -- How to bring down the high energy costs in European Union (EU) countries?

EU migrant population hits record 64.2 million

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:39:43 GMT

Study based on Eurostat and UN data shows uneven inflows as anti-immigration sentiment grows

The number of immigrants in the European Union reached a record 64.2 million in 2025, a study by the Berlin-based Center for Research and Analysis on Migration (RFBerlin) shows, citing Eurostat and UN data. Of this total, approximately 46.7 million were born outside the EU.

The total rose by more th

France to host 2031 FIBA World Cup; Tokyo gets women's tourney

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:55:10 GMT

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The FIBA Central Board has chosen France as the host of the 2031 FIBA Basketball World Cup, with Japan getting the Women's World Cup in 2030.

The French cities of Lille, Lyon, and Paris will co-host the event from Aug. 29 to Sept. 14, with the final taking place in Paris.

The women's tournament will be held in Tokyo from Nov. 26 to Dec.. 8.

Japan and Fran

Reading the world and bridging cultures: Xi's story with books

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 02:45:33 GMT

BEIJING, April 23 (Xinhua) -- "I have many hobbies. I love reading most," Chinese President Xi Jinping once said.

For Xi, reading is more than a personal hobby -- it is a way of life.

As China's top leader, Xi often draws on books that have long enriched his intellectual world, using them as a diplomatic bridge to connect China with the wider world and promote cross-cultural exchanges and mutual learning am

Rafael Jodar continues ATP poll climb with win in Madrid debut

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:19:17 GMT

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Building on his recent ATP poll ascent, Madrid native Rafael Jodar battled back from one set down to knock out Jesper De Jong of the Netherlands 2-6, 7-5, 6-4 on Wednesday in a 2-hour, 32-minute first-round clash at the Mutua Madrid Open.

The 19-year-old began the year ranked 168th, but has skyrocketed all the way to No. 42 as of Monday. Jodar returned to his hometown

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Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:16:04 GMT

(260423) -- PARIS, April 23, 2026 (Xinhua) -- PSG's Ousmane Dembele (L) vies with Nantes' Deiver Machado during the Ligue 1 football game between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Nantes in Paris, France, April 22, 2026. (Photo by Henri Szwarc/Xinhua)

Trump creates NATO naughty list Politico

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:46:23 GMT

The White House is reportedly weighing rewards for model allies and punishments for those who refused to back the Iran war

The White House has reportedly drawn up a NATO "naughty and nice" list, sorting member states into tiers as it considers how to reward countries that backed the US war against Iran and punish those that did not.

According to Politico, the internal paper was prepared ahe

Daddy Trump creates NATO naughty list Politico

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:46:23 GMT

The White House is reportedly weighing rewards for model allies and punishments for those who refused to back the Iran war

According to Politico, the internal paper was prepared ahe

Daria Snigur wins marathon 3rd-set tiebreaker in clay debut at Madrid

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:25:13 GMT

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In the first tour-level clay-court match of her career, Ukraine's Daria Snigur came away with a thrilling 6-3, 3-6, 7-6 (13) victory over Australia's Daria Kasatkina in first-round action of the Mutua Madrid Open on Thursday.

Snigur, ranked 98th in the world, saved four match points before winning the marathon finish, which goes down as the longest first-to-seven, tour

'All We Imagine as Light' filmmaker Payal Kapadia to serve as jury president at 65th Cannes Critics' Week

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:59:47 GMT

Los Angeles [US], April 22 (ANI): Filmmaker Payal Kapadia, known for 'All We Imagine as Light', will serve as the president of the jury for the 65th Cannes Critics' Week, reported The Hollywood Reporter.

Kapadia will be joined on the jury by Canadian actor Theodore Pellerin, French singer-songwriter Oklou, Ghanaian-British producer Ama Ampadu, and journalist and Bangkok World Film Festival director Donsaron Kovi

"Still standing stronger than Eiffel tower": Rakesh Roshan shares heartfelt post as he celebrates 55 years with wife Pinkie

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:59:33 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 22 (ANI): Veteran filmmaker Rakesh Roshan and his wife Pinkie Roshan celebrated 55 years of marriage, with the director sharing a heartfelt note for her on social media.

Roshan took to Instagram and posted a series of pictures with Pinkie Roshan. Along with the photos, he wrote, 'We fought our way through 55 years of marriage, and we're still standing stronger than the Eiffel t

CHINA-GUANGDONG-HUIZHOU-AIR LIQUIDE-INDUSTRIAL GAS (CN)

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:49:21 GMT

(260422) -- GUANGZHOU, April 22, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Guests attend the groundbreaking ceremony of a new air separation unit of Air Liquide in Huizhou, south China's Guangdong Province, April 21, 2026. French industrial gases giant Air Liquide broke ground on a new air separation unit in Huizhou, south China's Guangdong Province, on Tuesday, a project that will add 800 tonnes per day of liquid oxygen, nitrogen and argon su

UK, France to lead multinational Strait of Hormuz military planning conference: UK Defence Ministry

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:31:39 GMT

London [UK], April 22 (ANI): Military planners from more than 30 countries are set to convene at the UK's Permanent Joint Headquarters in Northwood, North London, as part of a UK and France led effort to develop a coordinated plan aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, according to an official press release by the UK Ministry of Defence.

The two-day conference, beginning on Wednesday (April 22), is intended to

Iran Says Cease-Fire Extension is A 'Ploy To Buy Time'

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:05:00 GMT

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Shipping Monitor Reports Incident Near Oman

United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), a British maritime security monitoring center that issues alerts to commercial shipping in the Middle East, said on April 22 that it received a report of an incident 15 nautical miles northeast of Oman.

The captain of a container ship said their vessel was approached by an Iranian Revo

Washington Says Iran Blockade Will Continue Under 'Maximum Pressure'

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:05:00 GMT

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Shipping Monitor Reports Incident Near Oman

The captain of a container ship said their vessel was approached by an Iranian Revo

Shiva Narwal and Chirag Sharma win gold and bronze 10m Air Pistol, Panaah wins silver in 10m Air Rifle

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:32:14 GMT

Cairo [Egypt], April 22 (ANI): Former Mixed Team World Champion Shiva Narwal marked his return after a three-year gap to claim gold in the 10m Air Pistol Men's Junior event on Day One of competitions in the ISSF Junior World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun on Tuesday at the Egypt International Olympic City.

According to a release, Chirag Sharma accompanied Narwal on the podium by securing bronze, while Panaah Bhugra add

RC Lens beat Toulouse 4-1 to reach French Cup final

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:10:04 GMT

PARIS, 22nd April, 2026 (WAM) -- RC Lens qualified for the final of the French Cup after defeating Toulouse 4-1 in their semi-final match.

With this victory, RC Lens will face the winner of the second semi-final between Strasbourg and Nice, scheduled to take place later today, Wednesday.

The French Cup final will be held on 22nd May at Stade de France in the capital, Paris.

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Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:15:41 GMT

(260421) -- PARIS, April 21, 2026 (Xinhua) -- French President Emmanuel Macron (L, front) greets visiting Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam (R, front) at Elysee Palace in Paris, France, April 21, 2026. French President Emmanuel Macron said Tuesday that Israel must "renounce its territorial ambitions" in Lebanon, calling for a political settlement to ensure regional stability. (Photo by Henri Szwarc/Xinhua)

Whats in Palantirs Technofascist manifesto

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:47:17 GMT

The defense tech behemoth has set the internet on fire with a tweet likened to the ramblings of a comic book villain

American surveillance tech contractor Palantir released a 22-point manifesto over the weekend, calling for a "new era" of AI-enabled US military supremacy. The internet went wild, with the text being labeled a blueprint for "technofascism."

Posted on X on Saturday, the docume

Wired for War: Whats in Palantirs Technofascist manifesto

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:47:17 GMT

The defense tech behemoth has set the internet on fire with a tweet likened to the ramblings of a comic book villain

Posted on X on Saturday, the docume

Lawrence Okolie fails drug test, bout vs. Tony Yoka canceled

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:19:13 GMT

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British heavyweight boxer Lawrence Okolie has failed a drug test, forcing the cancellation of his bout Saturday in Paris against 2016 Olympic champion Tony Yoka of France.

The Times of London reported the substance discovered in his Voluntary Anti-Doping Association test was GHRP 2, which is designed to increase the body's own growth hormone production. It can aid in

UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team to compete in 2026 Paris Open Grand Prix

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:28:32 GMT

ABU DHABI, 21st April, 2026 (WAM) -- The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team, sponsored by Mubadala Investment Company, is preparing to compete at the 2026 Paris Open Grand Prix, one of the leading international competitions bringing together top jiu-Jitsu athletes from around the world.

The championship will take place from April 24 to 26, 2026, in Paris. Official weigh-ins are scheduled for Friday, 24 April, followed b

Israels Lebanon occupation chokes Beiruts offshore gas options

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:58:14 GMT

The Jewish states operation has extended into Lebanese territorial waters believed to contain energy resources

Israel's latest land grab is dashing Lebanon's hope of tapping offshore gas to solve its persistent energy shortage. Maritime energy prospects were the focus of a 2022 deal on a disputed border between the two nations.

On Sunday, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF)publisheda map of a "

Qalibaf Spokesperson Calls Cease-Fire Extension 'Ploy To Buy Time'

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 05:05:00 GMT

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A spokesman for Iran's powerful parliament speaker late on April 21 claimed that US President Donald Trump's announcement of a cease-fire extension is a "ploy to buy time" for a surprise strike.

The spokesperson to Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, who is also Iran's lead negotiator, said in a social media post that the U

Mali army says armed 'terrorist' groups attacked military positions

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:06:36 GMT

Mali's army said armed "terrorist" groups were attacking several military positions injunta-ruled west African country ofMalion Saturday, with fighting ongoing

Gunfire was heard in multiple districts including the international airport in the capital Bamako an AP reporter and residents said.

An AP journalist in Bamako heard sustained heavyweaponsand automatic rifle gunfire coming from Modibo Keta Internatio

Jihadist and Tuareg rebels claim attacks across Mali

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:06:36 GMT

An Al-Qaeda-linked jihadist group said Saturday that its fighters had joined forces withTuaregrebels to launch attacks against the army across junta-ruledMali.

Helicopters buzzed over Bamako and around the international airport and fighting was reported at a nearby military base in what was one of the most complex attacks in years in the impoverished west African country.

Mali has been grappling since 2012

French PM attends Genocide memorial in Marseille

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:14:44 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - France's prime minister took part in a commemoration ceremony in Marseille, reiterating that France will always stand by Armenia and that its sovereignty is not up for debate.

During the Armenian Genocide remembrance ceremony in Marseille, French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu stated that France would always support Armenia, emphasizing that the countr

Macron leaves future open as political curtain nears

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:31:11 GMT

"I wasn't in politics before and I'm not going to be after," Macron said Thursday during a visit to a high school in Cyprus.

He added that at this late stage in office, the "hardest thing" was to strike a balance between defending his record and acknowledging what "didn't work out".

France's political and media world is already abuzz as the race for 2027 has "already begun", said Philippe Moreau-Chevrolet,

Climate change off the table at G7 environmental summit, courtesy of US

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:10:46 GMT

PARIS (CN) - On Thursday and Friday, G7 environmental ministers gathered in Paris to address everything but climate change in a bid to keep the U.S. from backing out of the meeting.

"Let's be clear, we're not going to talk about climate," the French Ecological Transition Minister Monique Barbut told reporters Friday ahead of the conference. "[The U.S.] will come if we avoid contentious topics. We had to find

Macron says April 24 unites France, Armenians

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:32:07 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - On April 24, France commemorates the Armenian Genocide and pays tribute to its victims, French President Emmanuel Macron said in a message marking the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.

He noted that April 24 unites the French and Armenians.

"On April 24, the Republic commemorates the Armenian Genocide of 1915 and pays tribute to its vict

Washington uses Iraq's own oil money to bend Baghdad to its will

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:28:40 GMT

The US government blocked a cargo plane delivery of nearly $500 million in US banknotes destined forBaghdad, according to theWall Street Journal, which first reported the move on Tuesday, citing US and Iraqi officials.

It was the second such shipment delayed since the start of the US-Israeli war againstIranin late February, official sources told the Journal.

The measures come after aseries of attackson US f

France, UK's Hormuz mission raises more questions than answers

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:10:08 GMT

PARIS (CN) - Military leaders from 30 countries convened in London this week to plan a defensive strategy that would ensure free passage through the Strait of Hormuz in the long term.

"The task [on Wednesday and Thursday] is to translate diplomatic consensus into a joint plan to safeguard freedom of navigation in the strait and support a lasting ceasefire," U.K. Defense Secretary John Healey said in a statem

France says climate nixed from G7 talks to avoid spat with US

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:07:11 GMT

Ecology minister Monique Barbut said Group of Seven ministers had made progress on environmental issues even if climate change was studiously avoided on the opening day of the talks.

"If I had tackled the issue head-on, there would have been no G7," Barbut told reporters during a trip to Fontainebleau forest south of the French capital with the visiting ministers.

Earlier, Barbut had said the G7 "must remai

Zelensky welcomes EU approval of 90 billion loan for Ukraine

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 06:45:03 GMT

Ukrainian PresidentVolodymyr Zelenskyon Thursday welcomed theEuropean Union's approval of a 90 billionloan forUkrainethat had been stalled byHungary's outgoing prime ministerViktor Orban.

"Today is an important day for ourdefenceand for our relations with the European Union. The European support loan for Ukraine has been unblockedEUR90 billion over two years," Zelensky said on X.

"It matters that Ukraine is

Armenia, France to sign strategic partnership deal

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 02:52:26 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - A strategic partnership document is expected to be signed during French President Emmanuel Macron's upcoming state visit to Armenia, Deputy Foreign Minister Vahan Kostanyan said in an interview with Public Television.

"The agenda of Macron's visit will be packed. I would like to highlight one important point: a strategic partnership document will be sign

UK, France agree on three-year deal to curb Channel migrant crossings

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:12:21 GMT

Britain andFrancehave agreed a new three-year deal to stop undocumentedmigrantsmaking the risky journey across theEnglish Channel, according to a French interior ministry roadmap seen by AFP Wednesday.

Under the deal, France pledged to increaselawenforcement on the coast by more than half to fight irregular migration to Britain -- reaching 1,400 officers by 2029.

Britain will meanwhile provide up to 766 mil

UK, France agree three-year deal to curb Channel migrant crossings

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:12:21 GMT

Under the deal, France pledged to increaselawenforcement on the coast by more than half to fight irregular migration to Britain -- reaching 1,400 officers by 2029.

Britain will meanwhile provide up to 766 mil

Why Frances far right is dining with the countrys business elite

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:11:04 GMT

Stop me if youve heard this one before. Faced with a centre that cannot hold and a left locked in a bitter struggle between its radical and reformist wings, a far-right movement surges through the breach.

Scenting the chance foran uneasy but effective collaboration, the countrys traditional business elite extends an olive branch an invitation to lunch, perhaps. They take their seats around the table, pick up thei

French President Macron reaffirms support for Lebanon amid ongoing regional crisis

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:22:58 GMT

PARIS (CN) - On Tuesday evening in Paris, French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam in a "time of trial" as the country navigates a fragile

Pashinyan signals key developments in France ties

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:20:59 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said that important developments are expected soon in Armenia-France relations during a meeting with a delegation led by Gilbert-Luc Devinaz, head of the France-Armenia friendship group in the French Senate.

The prime minister emphasized the importance of strengthening bilateral relations, noting that significant events are

On The Edge, A Love Fest, And Cardinals Draft Aftermath

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:15:49 GMT

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Jeremiyah Love was the pick, but one of the most popular positions mocked to the Cardinals in the first round of the draft had been edge rusher. Maybe David Bailey, maybe Arvell Reese. Reuben Bain, not so much.

But for a team with 30 sacks last season and in a draft that many felt was deep at edge, that the Cardinals didn't emerge with one was a slight surprise. "It just did

An Action Plan to Prevent Nuclear War (The New Thirteen Steps)

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:53:05 GMT

Initiatives Pour Le Dsarmement Nuclaire (IDN) will be presented this plan in New York at the side event on " Reducing the risks of nuclear war: a multi-faceted approach" to be held on Monday27 April at 3:00 pm at the UN in Conference Room A.

According to many prominent figures, including former UN Secretary-GeneralBan Ki-moonand his successorAntnio Guterres, the group of former leaders known asThe Elders, and f

Jeremiyah Love All Smiles During First 24 Hours As Cardinal

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:43:01 GMT

Running back spent day talking about hobbies, family, football

Zach Gershman

PITTSBURGH -- It could not have been a more perfect day in Pittsburgh on Wednesday.

The sun was shining over the football field as the 17 NFL draft prospects hosted a football clinic with athletes from Special Olympics. Nothing could wipe the smile off the faces of the athletes or the prospects, especiallyJeremiyah Love.

The Nuclear Brink Revisited: Assessing Coercive Diplomacy in Iran

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:01:55 GMT

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In the months leading up to the brief but violent 12-Day War in June 2025, when U.S. and Israeli strikes targeted Iranian nuclear sites, Tehran quietly but steadily crossed critical nuclear thresholds. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reported that, by May 17, 2025, Irans stockpile had reached 408.6 kilograms of uranium enrich

BOOK REVIEW: 'Fathering' a century of change and what endures

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT

A sweeping exploration of fatherhood in Australia, from policy and history to deeply personal memory, revealing how much has changed and how much still hasnt.Jim Kablereviews Fathering: An Australian History.

FATHERINGIS A much-needed addition to the literature of parenting in Australia, focusing on the aspect of fathers and of being fathers. It runs from those born in the latter part of the 19th Century to refer

Cardinals Mock Draft Tracker 2026 6.0

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:34:05 GMT

A look at the analysts' choices for pick No. 3

Zach Gershman

PITTSBURGH -- In a few hours, Fernando Mendoza will hear his name called as the first pick in the NFL Draft. After that? It's hard to predict who will be drafted to which team, but when the Cardinals are on the clock, the expectation is a game-changer. The Cardinals hold the third pick. Will there be trades? Who will the Cardinals select? All of

Cathedral Thinking in an Age of Short-Termism

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:03:14 GMT

Our partner, Xinhua China News Agency, recently shared a series of Instagram posts highlighting Chinas development. What struck me was not just the content itself, but the sense of direction behind ita country seemingly laser-focused, with long-term objectives and a clear orientation toward the future.

Its something we are no longer used to seeing on our side of the worldand perhaps one of the underlying causes o

Mainz comeback fuels Bayern spirits ahead of Champions League showdown in Paris

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:48:55 GMT

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BERLIN, April 26 (Xinhua) -- Bayern Munich will rely on a hardened mentality when facing Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of its UEFA Champions League semifinal on Tuesday.

"We accepted the fight and set aside concerns about possible injuries, which had initially restrained them," coach Vincent Kompany said after Bayern's dramatic 4-3 comeback win away to Mainz.

The former Manch

OpTic Texas, Los Angeles Thieves in semifinals at CDL Stage 3 Minor

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 07:19:07 GMT

OpTic Texas, the Los Angeles Thieves, FaZe Vegas and the Miami Heretics won their quarterfinal matches on Saturday at the Call of Duty League Stage 3 Minor.

The semifinals on Sunday will pit Texas against Los Angeles, then Vegas against Miami with the winners in the grand final later in the day.

All 12 CDL teams are competing in the tournament, which will reward $20,000 and 30 CDL points to the champion. Th

Xinhua Headlines: In China, a quiet sense of safety shapes visitors' travel experience

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:34:06 GMT

SHANGHAI, April 26 (Xinhua) -- About 30 minutes after leaving a restaurant in downtown Shanghai, German tourist Lukas Schmidt realized he had left his phone behind. He turned back.

Restaurant staff had already set the device aside. After confirming it was his, they returned it without fuss.

The brief episode left a lasting impression. It makes people worry less about losing things, Schmidt said, adding th

Bayern escapes Mainz scare before Paris showdown

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:33:44 GMT

BERLIN, April 25 (Xinhua) -- Bayern Munich overturned a three-goal halftime deficit to beat Mainz 4-3 on Saturday, extending its winning run ahead of the Champions League semifinal first leg away to Paris Saint-Germain.

Vincent Kompany made eight changes from the lineup that beat Bayer Leverkusen 2-0 to reach the German Cup final, resting Joshua Kimmich and Dayot Upamecano for load management and handing Bara Sa

Chinese duo Yang, Chen shine in Australia's NBL1 South debuts

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:46:34 GMT

MELBOURNE, April 25 (Xinhua) -- Chinese basketball talents Yang Shuyu and Chen Mingling made their debuts in Australia's second-tier National Basketball League 1 (NBL1) South league on Saturday.

The duo helped the Melbourne Tigers secure a thrilling 86-83 road victory over the Ringwood Hawks. The Tigers, playing away before their home game against the Kilsyth Cobras on Sunday, relied on the newcomers' strong per

Togo's president of council meets French foreign minister to boost bilateral ties

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:45:16 GMT

LOME, April 25 (Xinhua) -- President of the Council of Togo Faure Gnassingbe has met with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot, who is on a diplomatic visit to Lome, according to a statement issued on Friday evening by the Presidency of the Council of Togo.

During the meeting on Thursday, the two sides conducted an in-depth review of bilateral cooperation, with particular emphasis on economic and trade partn