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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the War Powers resolution deadline does not apply to US forces because a ceasefire with Iran is in place. The claim comes as lawmakers have pressed the administration to withdraw troops involved in strikes against Iran, arguing legal deadlines for congressional approval have passed. The dispute centers on whether hostilities have truly ended and whether Congress should have a say.

Bank of England Deputy Governor Dave Ramsden said there would be a case for raising the UK's key interest rate if inflationary pressures intensify, keeping alive the debate over when the central bank may tighten monetary policy. His remarks come as policymakers weigh persistent price pressures against signs of a slowing economy, with markets watching closely for signals on the timing of the next move.

The Telegraph reports new damaging evidence said to undermine Manchester City's defence in their case over alleged breaches of Premier League financial rules, as the club's appeal draws fresh attention. The story is being widely discussed in the UK, with reaction focusing on what the revelations could mean for the club's prospects and any potential sanctions.

Manchester City's chairman has released a public statement addressing the financial charges facing the club. The statement comes as the Premier League champions remain under scrutiny over alleged breaches of financial regulations, a case that has shadowed the club for an extended period. Supporters and pundits are reacting to what the chairman said and whether it signals how the club intends to respond to the proceedings.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Kyiv is responding to Russia's escalation with long-range sanctions and strikes, claiming important results daily. Over the past 24 hours, he said, oil facilities in Russia's Samara and Volgograd regions were hit, with further successful operations carried out. The statement underscores Ukraine's strategy of targeting Russian oil infrastructure while coordinating sanctions pressure.

Twenty years after his headbutt on Marco Materazzi in the 2006 World Cup final, Zinédine Zidane is back in Italy, a country he says also shaped his legend. Speaking about the infamous moment, the former France star said 'I have no regrets'. The France–Italy reunion is trending in France and Canada as fans revisit the final's 20th anniversary.

Italian tennis player Matteo Arnaldi is making his debut at the ATP tournament in Tokyo, where he faces Japan's young talent Shintaro Mokked Sakamoto on Wednesday. Italian interest in the event is high, with Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori seeded number one in doubles, while Carlos Alcaraz got off to a winning start and Kei Nishikori said farewell to professional tennis at the same tournament.

High school and university students across France are blockading schools, with live coverage from Le Monde tracking the unrest. One student organiser said the previous day went smoothly but noted that 'it is when there are excesses that people finally talk about us', highlighting frustration over being ignored. The movement is drawing national media attention and renewed debate over student grievances.

Iran's foreign minister said the country is 'ready for diplomacy' but also prepared for war, after US President Donald Trump rejected a proposal from Tehran. The stark warning escalates tensions between the two countries, leaving the path forward uncertain as observers weigh the risk of confrontation against renewed negotiations.

Ben Stiller is trending among search queries in France, but the collected evidence offers no details on what he did or said. No verified news connects him to a specific event at this time. Readers searching his name may be reacting to recent coverage, though the reason remains unconfirmed and should be treated with caution until clearer reporting emerges.

UAE Team Emirates-XRG team principal Mauro Gianetti has confirmed that Tadej Pogacar will not take part in the European Cycling Championships, held in Slovenia. 'It's too early,' he said, indicating the Slovenian star is not ready to race again so soon. Fans and French-language media are debating the decision, as Pogacar's home-country event would have been a major draw.

Novak Djokovic is dominating searches worldwide after winning his first-round match at the ATP 500 tournament in Beijing despite physical discomfort. L'Équipe reports the Serb was hampered but got through anyway, while French outlet coverage described him as 'reassuring'. He is playing at a venue he has said he loves, and commentary notes his remarkable 30-0 record in certain match situations.

The Yomiuri Giants have brought pitcher Iori Yamazaki back to the first team as the Central League race enters its final stretch, with the club locked in a title fight against the Hanshin Tigers and fixtures against the Yakult Swallows drawing attention. Yamazaki said he wants to turn the chance of pitching in the run-in into strength.

Smith said he recited the Hanuman Chalisa during a difficult time, and became emotional while speaking with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The remark, reported by Kannada news outlet Public TV, has drawn attention in India, where the prime minister's conversations with international figures often attract wide public and media interest.

The Brazilian national football team is preparing to play India in a friendly match under coach Carlo Ancelotti. Pedro is set to start in place of Raphinha, and Ancelotti said he will give minutes to players who saw little action against Australia. The coach dismissed the match as a test, calling it an opportunity, while coverage notes India has only one player based abroad and has banned betting but not eliminated illegal betting sites.

Choreographer and former politician Nacho Duato has publicly explained the end of his long friendship with Spanish singer Miguel Bosé, saying there was a specific moment when he decided to cut contact: "That's when I said no." His remarks have put Bosé back in the spotlight in Spain, where the singer remains a controversial figure following his past public statements, and the falling-out between the two former close friends is drawing wide attention.

Disney Television Studios chief Dana Walden said the economics of late-night television are making negotiations over Jimmy Kimmel's contract renewal complicated. Her comments raise the possibility that the long-running ABC host's tenure could end, and industry watchers are weighing what that would mean for ABC's late-night lineup as networks reassess the costs of the format.

The G7 will release 100 million barrels of diesel and oil products following emergency talks, French President Emmanuel Macron said. The move, reported by Sky News, is the latest effort to ease pressure on strained global fuel supplies and bring down pump prices, which have surged in recent months and driven higher energy costs for households and businesses worldwide.

Nolan Wells's funeral was held as authorities continue investigating how he died. His mother said, 'We will miss everything about him,' speaking at the service. No cause of death has been announced, and officials have not said whether foul play is suspected, leaving the family and community awaiting answers while the investigation proceeds.

Readership Television's long-running daytime program Miyane-ya is set to end, with the network announcing its successor, 'News to'. Yomiuri TV announcer Chiaki Kuroki will serve as main MC of the new show, her first regular national network role. She said she will carry with her the advice given by longtime host Seiji Miyane as she takes over the timeslot.

The Big Brother 28 jury is said to be preparing for the show's finale, where evicted houseguests will gather to crown this season's winner. Fans are weighing in on which finalists have earned the jury's votes, debating the season's key moves and whether the most deserving player will walk away with the prize.

An Indian pilot has told Prime Minister Narendra Modi that he opened the cockpit door during a flydubai flight in which a passenger stabbed crew members, an attack whose motive remains unknown as an international investigation gets under way. The incident involved a Boeing 737, keeping scrutiny on the aircraft maker. Separately, Alaska Airlines' CEO said he is not overly concerned about further delays to the Boeing 737 Max 10.

The US military is dispatching roughly 9,000 troops aboard a carrier strike group to the Middle East, including a third aircraft carrier, a US official said Thursday. The deployment comes as President Trump weighs potential new strikes against Iran, signalling a significant build-up of American forces in the region.