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Mexican boxing legend Erik Morales, who is the same age as Floyd Mayweather, has offered his take on the 49-year-old’s expected rematch with Manny Pacquiao.The two pound-for-pound icons are set to collide in a professional contest on September 19, headlining a Netflix event at The Sphere, Las Vegas.Their second encounter did, however, appear to be in jeopardy after Mayweather claimed last month that it would be an exhibition match.Since then, Pacquiao and his team have stated that it will be a fully-sanctioned bout, yet we are still waiting on an official announcement.Their first encounter, in 2015, saw Mayweather secure a…

Yves here. Given how utterly incompetent the Trump Administration has shown itself to be, the credible charge that the US National Defense Strategy document is misleading is likely more a result of self (or US voter) deception than an attempt to snooker allies and competitors. In a fresh talk with Daniel Davis, Jeremy Scahill describes the astonishment of Iranian officials at seeing the extreme case of Dunning Kruger effect all across the Trump team. The document was rife with contradictions, for instance, depicting a plan to have the US focus on its hemisphere, which implied action against China would be…

1 Bayern Munich enter their UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg clash with Paris Saint-Germain with strong momentum and one of the most dangerous attacks in Europe. Vincent Kompany’s charges have combined consistency with elite scoring output, highlighted by their record-breaking Bundesliga campaign, where they surpassed the league’s all-time goalscoring mark following a 5-0 win over St. Pauli. That attacking strength is central to Bayern’s chances against PSG. Averaging over three goals per game in the Bundesliga, Bayern have shown they can break down both high and low defensive blocks. The partnership between Harry Kane, Luis Díaz and Michael Olise…

Actress Mia Farrow used the social media platform Bluesky to float the theory that the shooting at Saturday night’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner may have been orchestrated by President Trump to boost his poll numbers, drawing swift criticism. “He is forcing us to wonder ’he has lost a war he is unable to end & is now so desperate to raise his approval ratings, would he …..’ ?” Ms. Farrow wrote Sunday morning, linking to an Economist article about the incident. The quotes she included in her post did not appear in the article she cited. The suspected gunman, Cole…

With the 2026 World Cup just months away, Mexico is finishing significant renovations at Benito Juárez International Airport in Mexico City. The airport is undergoing major upgrades to modernise aging infrastructure and increase capacity ahead of the tournament. However, logistical challenges and budget constraints have caused delays, putting crews in a race against time to complete the work. The BBC’s Will Grant takes us on a tour of the renovations both inside and outside the airport. Video produced by Blanca Estrada

Bride and groom tribe! The Bachelor alum Sarah Trott and her fiancé, Grant Fisher, are redefining pre-wedding traditions with a joint bachelor and bachelorette celebration in the Caribbean.Ahead of their summer wedding in Italy, the couple gathered 13 of their closest friends and family for a multi-day getaway from April 15 through April 20, island-hopping from St. Barths to Anguilla. Among those in attendance were Lauren Gabele, Ryan Fisher, and Cameron Roady.Sarah Trott/Instagram”Our entire relationship has been rooted in shared experiences and travel, so the idea of celebrating separately never quite fit,” Trott told ET. “This wasn’t about his or hers, it was about ours.”The group stayed aboard the…

Trauma bonding is a complex psychological pattern that explains why leaving unhealthy relationships can feel nearly impossible. These hard‑to‑break bonds form when cycles of trauma, attachment, and abuse create deep emotional dependence. Even when someone recognizes the harm, the connection can feel intense, confusing, and difficult to escape.What Is Trauma Bonding?Trauma bonding refers to a strong emotional attachment between a person and someone who repeatedly causes harm. Unlike healthy relationships, this bond is built through cycles of abuse followed by moments of affection or reassurance.These alternating experiences condition the brain to associate relief with the same source of trauma. Over…

The Federal Reserve will announce its third rate decision of 2026 on Wednesday, as officials confront rising inflation, a lackluster job market and what is likely to be Jerome Powell’s final meeting as chair.The overwhelming consensus among economists is that the Federal Open Market Committee, or FOMC, will hold rates steady. On Tuesday, the CME Group’s FedWatch tool showed a 100% probability that the Fed will keep its target rate within its current range of 3.5% to 3.75%. That would mark a third consecutive pause for the Fed this year, with the central bank holding rates unchanged at both its January and March meetings as…

Mumbai Indians (MI) will return to action in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 as they take on an in-form Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday, April 29. MI are currently ninth on the points table with just two wins, having defeated Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Gujarat Titans (GT). They have struggled to find rhythm and consistency this season and are still searching for momentum. The five-time champions will be eager to capitalise on home conditions and get back to winning ways in front of their fans. Here is Mumbai Indians’ strongest predicted XI vs Sunrisers…