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  British singer Dua Lipa has turned down an offer to perform at the anticipated 2026 heavyweight boxing clash between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury. Despite Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority chairman Turki Alalshikh reportedly making her performance a likely humorous condition for the event, the singer turned down the invitation according to reorts emanating from the UK. With more than 64 million monthly listeners on Spotify, her presence would have added significant appeal to the all-British clash. According to Sky Sports, it is unclear whether the remark was made in earnest or in jest, but BBC Sport understands the 30-year-old singer was approached about performing but declined the offer, and is not expected to be involved in the event. Dua Lipa is known for headlining major events and recently won top honors at the Grammy Awards. Anthony Joshua's promoter Eddie Hearn addressed the situation this week, clarifying that the request did not come from the fighters. “Tha...

  The Pentagon announced on Friday, May 1,  that the United States will withdraw approximately 5,000 troops from Germany over the next year. This decision follows public friction between US  President Donald Trump and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz regarding the ongoing US conflict with Iran. Despite the reduction, over 30,000 US personnel will remain stationed in the country.   “The Secretary of War has ordered the withdrawal of approximately 5,000 troops from Germany,” Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell stated, noting that the move follows a review of theater requirements and is expected to be finalized within six to twelve months. The withdrawal was foreshadowed earlier this week after Chancellor Merz criticized the US strategy in the Middle East. During a school visit on Monday, Merz claimed the US was being “humiliated” by Iranian leadership and described the military engagement as “ill-considered.” Trump responded by stating Merz “doesn’t know what he’s talking ...

  Benfica manager, Jose Mourinho has broken silence on reported talks with Real Madrid to return to the Santiago Bernabéu this summer, amid a number of reports claiming that he is in pole position to take over from Alvaro Arbeloa. The Portuguese manager is considered one of the favorites for the job, as no clear successor has emerged. While Jurgen Klopp was again ruled out this week, Mourinho remains a prominent name alongside Massimiliano Allegri, Mauricio Pochettino, and Unai Emery. Recently, reports suggested that Mourinho has become the preferred choice for Real Madrid President Florentino Pérez. “No, nobody from Real Madrid spoke to me, I can guarantee that. I’ve been in football for too many years, just like you have in journalism, and we’re used to these things, but nothing from Real Madrid,” Mourinho declared on Friday, May 1.   Despite being repeatedly probed on the subject, Mourinho remained steadfast that there has been no contact with the Spanish giants.   “No...

  Iran executed two men on Saturday after they were convicted of spying for Israel and its Mossad intelligence service, according to the country’s judiciary. Authorities identified the men as Yaghoub Karimpour and Naser Bakrzadeh, stating that their death sentences were carried out at dawn following confirmation by the Supreme Court. The judiciary’s Mizan Online website alleged that Karimpour was convicted of "moharebeh" (waging war against God) for filming and photographing security and military locations. Officials claimed he passed this sensitive information to a Mossad officer during Iran’s 12-day war with Israel in June 2025. Bakrzadeh was accused of cooperating with Mossad by collecting details on prominent religious and provincial figures, as well as gathering intelligence on sensitive sites, including the Natanz nuclear region. Reports indicate that Bakrzadeh, a 26-year-old Kurdish political prisoner, had his death sentence overturned multiple times before it was ulti...

  Shots were fired outside the Los Angeles home of Chris Brown on Friday afternoon, according to law enforcement sources. Police were called to the singer’s residence in Tarzana at around 4 p.m. following reports of a possible shooting in the area. Authorities said a female caller reported that a man had fired at her vehicle during an altercation. The suspect was described as a Black male, approximately 35 years old. Dispatch audio revealed officers were sent to the scene with details of the suspect’s appearance as the situation unfolded. When officers arrived, they spoke with both individuals involved. According to police, the male suspect claimed the confrontation began after the woman refused to leave the area, leading to an argument.   The situation allegedly escalated when the woman drove her vehicle over the man’s foot, prompting him to fire shots at her car. The suspect was arrested at the scene and taken into custody on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and van...

  Ipswich Town secured promotion back to the Premier League with a dominant 3-0 win over Queens Park Rangers, sealing second place in the Championship. Goals from George Hirst and Jaden Philogene inside the opening 10 minutes set the tone at Portman Road, with Kasey McAteer adding a late third to confirm the result. The victory ensured Ipswich held off competition from Millwall, who also won their match but had to settle for third place and a spot in the play-offs. Manager Kieran McKenna praised his side’s achievement after guiding the club to a third promotion in four seasons. “This has probably been the hardest one, if I’m honest, so it means an awful lot,” he said. “We’ve had to try and rebuild this team under difficult circumstances and you know everyone’s stuck at it. I think we deserve to be where we are today.” Ipswich will now return to the top flight alongside champions Coventry City, hoping to improve on their previous Premier League campaign. Elsewhere, Wrexham narrowly ...