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The roar of the crowd, the tension on the pitch, the scent of destiny in the air – the 2026 World Cup is hurtling towards us, and national teams are sharpening their claws in a series of high-stakes warm-up clashes. These aren’t just friendlies; they’re tactical blueprints, psychological battles, and crucial auditions for players vying for a spot on the grandest stage. With the expanded 48-team…

Steeped in history and tradition, the Masters Tournament is the first of the year’s four men’s major golf championships. The world’s best players will arrive in Georgia, USA, and venture down Magnolia Lane – the prestigious entrance drive to Augusta National Golf Club – to begin their quest for the winner’s Green Jacket. From Thursday 9 to Sunday 12 April, the 90th edition of this revered…

Veteran actor Dharmendra died on November 24, just a few days before what would have been his 90th birthday. In remembrance, his sons, Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, along with their families, are planning to celebrate the day at his farmhouse in Khandala. They will also open the gates of the home to allow fans to visit and celebrate their father’s legacy. This comes after the family held a private…

Image credit: Enddy Azocar (Tracy Proffitt/Four Seam Images) Each year here at Baseball America, we examine which prospects have made skill gains year over year. We look at improvements in plate skills (contact and approach), fastball velocity, pitch movement and, perhaps most importantly, exit velocity. While skill improvements will make a significant difference in production—just ask the…

When it came time to plan the menu for my grandma’s 90th birthday, I went a little overboard. I prepped elaborate dishes that reminded us of her: vanilla cake, chocolate cake, and an old-school pineapple upside-down cake at her request. I even attempted a multilayer caramel cake that she is legendary for making, and though my attempt fell short of our memories’ standards, the show must go on—and…

Richard Gere joins Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday celebrations Thousands of Tibetan Buddhists streamed into India’s Himalayan town of Dharamshala on Sunday to celebrate the 90th birthday of the Dalai Lama. Ferocious monsoon rains did not dampen the spirits as the Tibetan spiritual leader appeared in traditional robes and a flowing yellow wrap, smiling and walking with the aid of two monks. The…

[TECH AND FINANCIAL] Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. The Dalai Lama has said that the Tibetan Buddhist community he leads has the “sole authority” to recognise his future incarnation, blockerting control over a politically contentious succession process that China has also sought to claim. The spiritual…