Barcelona's Lamine Yamal 'expected' to be fit for World Cup despite season-ending injury FC Barcelona have confirmed that Lamine Yamal, who was forced off on Wednesday against Celta Vigo, is suffering from a left hamstring injury. The club has nevertheless stated that his participation in the World Cup is not in doubt. #Barcelonas #Lamine #Yamal #expected #fit

Middle East war live: Israel-Lebanon ceasefire continues as Trump hopes for peace deal US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced a three-week extension of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, and said that he expected Israeli and Lebanese leaders to meet with him over the next couple of weeks, voicing hope for a permanent peace deal this year. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments. #Middle #East #war #live #Israel

Tesla surprises Wall Street and says demand for vehicles has returned Tesla defied expectations, profiting more and spending less than expected in closely watched results as the company shifts focus from electric vehicles to artificial intelligence (AI). #Tesla #surprises #Wall #Street #and

Every 'Elden Ring' Character To Expect in Alex Garland's Movie Here are the 'Elden Ring' characters fans can likely expect in Alex Garland's adaptation. #Every #Elden #Ring #Character #Expect

Military briefing: Trump bolsters Gulf force A third US carrier group and up to 10,000 elite troops expected in region by end of month #Military #briefing #Trump #bolsters #Gulf

Macron to host Lebanon's PM Nawaf Salam Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam is set to meet with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace late on Tuesday, with the president expected to reaffirm his support for the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, three days after the death of a French peacekeeper in southern Lebanon. #Macron #host #Lebanons #Nawaf #Salam

Trump expects ‘great deal’ with Iran amid uncertainty over peace talks US delegation expected to leave for Pakistan peace talks even as Tehran’s attendance remains unclear #Trump #expects #great #deal #with

GRIF and Juniper Strategy launch UAE Hospitality Industry Barometer The Global Restaurant Investment Forum (GRIF) and boutique hospitality consultancy Juniper Strategy Ltd have today launched the UAE Hospitality Industry Barometer, a research-led report combining real-time operator insight with analysis of past global crises to show how hospitality businesses are performing today, why confidence remains strong, and how the sector is expected to recover. #GRIF #and #Juniper #Strategy #launch

Tube strikes start today: Full list of dates and lines affected in walkout Heavy disruption is expected on the Tube this week as train drivers go on strike over changes to their working conditions. #Tube #strikes #start #today #Full

#LETSGETLOSTWITHWIZZ: WIN A SEAT ON WIZZ AIR’S MYSTERY GETAWAY Wizz Air, London’s local airline, is giving British travellers the chance to swap predictable holidays for something far less expected, with the return of its Let’s Get Lost campaign. A select group of 30 winners will board a flight departing from London Luton Airport on Saturday 9 May to a destination that will remain a secret until arrival. #LETSGETLOSTWITHWIZZ #WIN #SEAT #WIZZ #AIRS

Macron to meet Lebanon's PM in Paris to 'reaffirm commitment' for Israel truce Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam is set to meet with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace late on Tuesday, with the president expected to reaffirm his support for the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, three days after the death of a French peacekeeper in southern Lebanon. #Macron #meet #Lebanons #Paris #reaffirm

Tube strikes set to hit London from April 21, disruption is expected beyond the strike period BTN caught up with James Dow, UK General Manager at Blacklane, on how commuters and visitors can navigate the disruption - particularly when it comes to time-sensitive journeys like airport transfers, events and meetings. His advice focuses on how people can reduce risk and stay mobile during widespread network shutdowns, rather than simply avoid travel altogether. #Tube #strikes #set #hit #London

Pope wraps up Africa trip with diplomatic challenge in Equatorial Guinea Pope Leo XIV arrives in Equatorial Guinea on Tuesday in the final stop on his four-nation visit to Africa during which he has repeatedly called for an end to corruption. The Pope is expected to share frank views when he meets with Equatorial Guinea's longstanding leader Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, who has been widely accused of corruption and authoritarianism #Pope #wraps #Africa #trip #with

AI boom poised to be ‘massively disinflationary’, Northern Trust says Head of financial services group’s $1.4tn asset management division expects new tech to unleash huge productivity gains #boom #poised #massively #disinflationary #Northern

Kalshi’s fight over sports betting is hurtling towards the Supreme Court—and the future of gambling is at stake Kalshi is in a make-or-break fight to preserve a lucrative new prediction-markets industry expected to grow to over $200 billion this year. #Kalshis #fight #over #sports #betting

The Best Dressed Stars of the Week Pulled Off the Unexpected Whether on a New York billboard or at the “Mother Mary” premiere: the week’s best red carpet moments leaned into shock factor—in the chicest way possible. #The #Best #Dressed #Stars #the

Weekly Forex Forecast – AUD/USD, USD/JPY, S&P 500 Index, NASDAQ 100 Index, Brent Crude Oil - 19 April 2026 Global markets move between optimism and uncertainty, driven by geopolitical expectations and risk sentiment. Analysis of price behavior, macro context, and key market drivers. #Weekly #Forex #Forecast #AUDUSD #USDJPY

Trump Expected to Loosen Restrictions on Psychedelic Drugs An upcoming executive order is intended to accelerate research into the compounds’ efficacy in treating PTSD, depression and other mental health problems, officials said. #Trump #Expected #Loosen #Restrictions #Psychedelic

Lebanese return home after Israel-Lebanon ceasefire — but is it safe? | DW News A fragile ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon appears to be holding, allowing thousands of displaced Lebanese to return to their homes in the south of the country after six weeks of war. The US-brokered truce, expected to last 10 days, has largely halted fighting between Israeli forces and the Iran-backed Hezbollah militia. #Lebanese #return #home #after #Israel

Natalie Portman Pregnant With Baby No. 3, First With Tanguy Destable | E! Ne3ws Natalie Portman confirmed she and boyfriend Tanguy Destable are expecting their first baby together, the Star Wars actress’ third. Portman is also mom to Aleph, 14, and Amalia, 9, with ex-husband Benjamin Millepied. #Natalie #Portman #Pregnant #With #Baby

Hundreds of thousands expected at Pope Leo’s giant Mass in Cameroon’s Douala Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to fill the Japoma Stadium in Cameroon’s largest city Douala on Friday to attend Pope Leo XIV’s Mass. The event is expected to be the biggest during the pontiff’s tour in Africa. #Hundreds #thousands #expected #Pope #Leos

Macron and Starmer to hold summit on plan to secure Strait of Hormuz French and UK leaders are expected to brief Donald Trump after meeting on Friday #Macron #and #Starmer #hold #summit

France to reimburse young women for reusable menstrual products France announced Tuesday that it will expand access to sustainable menstrual products by reimbursing reusable cups and underwear for eligible young women and low-income groups. The move, aimed at tackling period poverty, is expected to benefit millions once implemented through the country’s social security system from the upcoming academic year. #France #reimburse #young #women #for

Deal to halt Israel-Hizbollah war expected ‘soon’, say Lebanese officials Deal between Israeli and Lebanese governments could boost efforts to reach a peace accord between the US and Iran #Deal #halt #Israel #Hizbollah #war

UK economy grows by surprising amount The UK economy grew far more than expected in the month before the war in Iran began, latest official figures show. #economy #grows #surprising #amount

UK economy back to growth but it could be the last for a while The UK economy grew far more than expected in the month before war in Iran began, latest official figures show. #economy #back #growth #but #could

China’s G.D.P. Stronger Than Expected, Led by Infrastructure Spending A steep slide in housing prices has left consumers less prosperous and less willing to spend, but the government is pouring money into new rail lines and other projects. #Chinas #GDP #Stronger #Than #Expected

‘Titanique’ Star Marla Mindelle on the Show’s Improbable Voyage to Broadway “The fact that, after 10 years, it’s become almost like this ‘Rocky Horror’–style cult show—where people know the lines, they’re coming in costumes, and they are waiting for the new bits and bobs that we write on the spot every night—that is something that I could have never, ever expected.” #Titanique #Star #Marla #Mindelle #the

We want Doechella! Doechii shares what fans could expect if she were to headline Coachella. #want #Doechella #Doechii #shares #what

Honda Odysseys Recalled for Faulty Side Airbags Linked to 25 Injuries The recall affects about 440,000 minivans from the 2018 to 2022 model years with airbags that may unexpectedly deploy. #Honda #Odysseys #Recalled #for #Faulty

Moderate leader: 'No new Danish government for at least a month' Moderate Party leader Lars Løkke Rasmussen has said he does not expect Denmark's political parties to strike a coalition deal to form the next government for at least another month. #Moderate #leader #new #Danish #government

Is Coachella Still Cool? 25 Years Later, Justin Bieber Reset Expectations With Bieber fever rampant at this year’s festival, the answer might just be yes. #Coachella #Still #Cool #Years #Later

Can India quit coal? | FT #shorts India is the fastest growing large economy in the world and to a great extent that growth is being fuelled by coal. At the same time, India’s air pollution is among the worst in the world and has a measurable impact upon life expectancy. #Can #India #quit #coal #shorts

Corporate America set to deliver bumper earnings despite Iran war Analysts expect profits to be boosted by weak dollar and Trump administration’s tax and spending plans #Corporate #America #set #deliver #bumper

In Rare Direct Talks, Israeli and Lebanese Officials Seek Way Forward The talks, set for Tuesday in Washington, were not expected to produce an immediate breakthrough in the war between Hezbollah and Israel. #Rare #Direct #Talks #Israeli #and

Tariffs are the new normal, and now most CEOs expect the import taxes to outlast the Trump administration, PwC report finds “CEOs aren’t planning around short-term tariffs anymore,” PwC partner Kristin Bohl told Fortune. #Tariffs #are #the #new #normal

This TikTok sensation sold her startup for $2 billion. Now Pepsi is letting ‘Poppi be Poppi’ When Poppi started running TV spots, Ellsworth said the goal was to stand out as much as possible, doing the opposite of what’s expected. #This #TikTok #sensation #sold #her

The 25 Bestselling Cars, Trucks, and SUVs of 2026 (So Far) One segment leader saw an unexpected drop in the first quarter, while full-size pickup trucks continued to lead the way. #The #Bestselling #Cars #Trucks #and

'Ice Cream Man' Trailer: First Look at Eli Roth's "Insane" Horror Film The first trailer for Eli Roth's 'Ice Cream Man' is here, giving audiences an inside scoop on what to expect from the "insane" horror film. #Ice #Cream #Man #Trailer #First

Edge Riyadh Al Rabie is Now Open in Riyadh As Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector continues to accelerate, the Kingdom is further strengthening its position as a leading global destination, with an ambitious target of attracting 150 million tourists by 2030. In step with this momentum, Edge Riyadh Al Rabie, the latest hotel under the “Edge by Rotana” brand, is now officially open, introducing a contemporary hospitality address designed for the pace and expectations of modern Riyadh. #Edge #Riyadh #Rabie #Now #Open

Luxury’s First-Quarter Earnings Cheat Sheet Despite conflict in the Middle East, the first-quarter luxury results are expected to show a slight improvement on Q4. Analysts weigh in with predictions. #Luxurys #First #Quarter #Earnings #Cheat

Trump Says Gas Prices Might Not Drop By Midterms, Highlighting G.O.P. Peril The president has sent mixed messages on how long he expects costs to be high. Some in his party voiced fresh concern after his comments on Sunday. #Trump #Says #Gas #Prices #Might

Finance minister favoured to succeed Talon as Benin votes in presidential election Benin voters cast their ballots for the country's next president Sunday, with current Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni expected to win handily over the sole opposition candidate Paul Hounkpè. Results are expected earlier in the week. #Finance #minister #favoured #succeed #Talon

Oil prices expected to rise as hope fades of end to Iran war Crude had stabilised on optimism that a deal could be reached to reopen the Strait of Hormuz #Oil #prices #expected #rise #hope

Wall Street banks set to report $40bn trading haul as Iran war rekindles volatility Five largest US lenders expected to unveil highest combined trading revenues since at least 2014 #Wall #Street #banks #set #report

Islamabad talks: US‑Iran diplomacy faces long odds | DW News Peace talks between the United States and Iran are underway in Pakistan. According to Iranian state TV, two rounds of talks have taken place, with a third expected tonight or Sunday. #Islamabad #talks #USIran #diplomacy #faces

Aqaba to Host Landmark Global Marine Sports and Diving Event The coastal city of Aqaba is preparing to host one of the most prominent international events in the diving and marine sports sector with the launch of “ABOFA -  Aqaba Blue Ocean Future in Action,” scheduled to take place from 9 to 12 September 2026 at the Aqaba International Exhibition Center (AIEC). The event is expected to bring together around 4,000 participants from 25 countries, positioning Aqaba at the center of a growing global movement around marine sports, underwater exploration, and the blue economy. #Aqaba #Host #Landmark #Global #Marine

Live coverage: Artemis II Returns to Earth – Splashdown Approaching | DW News Following their historic lunar flyby, the Artemis II crew is heading back to Earth. NASA expects Orion to splash down in the Pacific near San Diego. #Live #coverage #Artemis #Returns #Earth

Israel and Lebanon to hold ceasefire talks in Washington over Hezbollah — what to expect | DW News A fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran — but what about Israel's conflict with Hezbollah in Lebanon? As tensions rise and strikes on the Iranian‑backed militia continue, new US‑brokered talks with Beirut could reshape the region. #Israel #and #Lebanon #hold #ceasefire

‘We thought Beirut was going to collapse’: recounting the deadliest day of the war with Israel In a series of unannounced and unexpected attacks, Israel struck Beirut and several other parts of Lebanon without warning on Wednesday, killing more than 300 people and wounding at least 1,000. Local residents, lawyers, doctors and aid workers contacted by phone describe the “bloody” day that plunged the country into chaos. #thought #Beirut #was #going #collapse

Céeline Dion's concerts set to give Paris multimillion-euro boost Céline Dion's 16 Paris tour dates could bring hundreds of millions of euros to the French capital this autumn experts have said, as fans flock from overseas for a rare chance to see the megastar perform live. Potential revenue from the series of concerts is expected to include ticket sales, hotel and restaurant bookings, retail spending. #Céeline #Dions #concerts #set #give

Middle East live: Vance heads to Pakistan for Iran talks as Israeli assault on Lebanon tests truce US Vice President JD Vance sets off Friday for Pakistan to lead mediated talks with Iran in a bid to find a resolution to the war as massive Israeli strikes on Lebanon this week tested a fragile US-Iran ceasefire. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu authorised direct negotiations with Lebanon that are expected in Washington next week. #Middle #East #live #Vance #heads