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Stamford Bridge will host a compelling mid-table clash on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 12:30, as Chelsea FC take on Everton FC in a Matchday 34 Premier League fixture. With Chelsea sitting in 7th place and still chasing European qualification, and Everton hovering in 13th and looking to solidify safety, this game carries plenty of significance for both sides. Chelsea …

A heavyweight clash awaits as Inter Milan host AS Roma at the iconic Giuseppe Meazza on Saturday, April 26, 2025. With just five matches left in the Serie A calendar, the stakes are high for both sides. Inter aim to tighten their grip on the Scudetto, while Roma chase a spot in European competition for next season. Inter Milan Overview …

The International Monetary Fund has revised its economic outlook, warning that global and U.S. growth prospects have deteriorated due to rising trade tensions and policy uncertainty linked to President Donald Trump’s tariff strategy. According to the IMF’s latest World Economic Outlook, global growth for 2025 is expected to slow to 2.8%, a notable drop from its January projection of 3.3%. …

A delegation from Hamas has traveled to Cairo to explore new proposals aimed at achieving a ceasefire in Gaza. According to a representative from the group, the team includes lead negotiator Khalil Al-Hayya and will be meeting with Egyptian officials. This renewed diplomatic push comes after Hamas turned down Israel’s latest offer last week, which proposed a 45-day pause in …

A fresh Israeli airstrike on Tuesday has resulted in the death of one person in southern Lebanon, according to Lebanon’s health ministry. The incident occurred in the town of al-Hinniyeh in the Tyre district, marking another breach of the fragile truce between Israel and Hezbollah. Media outlets reported that the attack hit a pickup truck. Footage circulating online captured the …

Hot off the success of his latest movie Sinners, director Ryan Coogler has offered fans a peek into his next big project—a reboot of the legendary sci-fi series The X-Files. Known for his creative storytelling and bold filmmaking style, Coogler expressed his deep admiration for the original show and hinted that his version could lean heavily into the horror roots …

Pope Francis, the first pontiff from Latin America and a global symbol of humility and social justice, passed away Monday at the age of 88. The Vatican confirmed he died at 7:35 a.m. following a prolonged battle with respiratory illness that had developed into double pneumonia. The pontiff had been hospitalized for over five weeks at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, marking …

President Joseph Aoun expressed deep sorrow on Monday following the death of Pope Francis, describing him as both a cherished ally and an unwavering advocate for Lebanon during its ongoing crisis. In a statement shared via the presidency’s official X account, Aoun reflected on the Pope’s enduring support for Lebanon’s identity and diversity. Highlighting the pontiff’s consistent efforts to urge …