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The 2026 FIFA World Cup squad picture is beginning to take shape as nations across every group unveil preliminary and final rosters ahead of the expanded tournament in North America. From Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo potentially making history to major omissions, emerging talents and final roster deadlines, national teams are entering the decisive phase of preparation before football’s biggest global spectacle officially begins.

Shakira captivated an estimated 2 million fans with a free concert on Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Beach, part of her "Women No Longer Cry" tour. The Colombian superstar, who first visited Brazil three decades ago, celebrated women's resilience and her enduring connection with the Brazilian public. The event aimed to boost the city's post-Carnival economy, projecting significant financial returns.

Paris Saint-Germain's team bus sustained damage from thrown stones outside their hotel in Bilbao. Local authorities apprehended two individuals in connection with the incident. The PSG team and staff departed safely for Paris. The club is reportedly considering legal action. The match itself ended in a goalless draw, with PSG's players expressing frustration over missed chances.

Simonos Petra, a monastery on Mount Athos, embraces monks from diverse backgrounds, transcending national boundaries within the Orthodox Christian faith. This ecumenical spirit, rooted in the Byzantine tradition, welcomes men seeking spiritual fulfillment, regardless of their origin. Monks from around the globe find brotherhood and purpose in the monastery's ancient traditions and shared devotion.

Actor Chris Pratt is in early talks to star in the reboot of espionage thriller "The Saint".

In Greece, a beekeeper's decade-long practice of placing religious icons in hives has yielded a remarkable phenomenon. Bees construct honeycombs around the images of Christ, the Virgin Mary, and saints, carefully avoiding covering their faces. This consistent behavior, documented by both the beekeeper and a monk, defies scientific explanation, suggesting a deeper, spiritual mystery.

Rashi Lambe and Ritika Thaker emerged champions in their respective categories with their outstation partners on the sixth and last day of the Maharashtra Senior State Badminton Championship which concluded at the District Indoor Hall in Parbhani on Sunday.

NFL WAGs demonstrate their strong support for each other, as highlighted by Simone Biles' birthday tribute to TG Mussie. Biles shared a candid stadium photo wishing Mussie a happy birthday, showcasing their close bond. This camaraderie extends to game days, where these women consistently show up for their partners and celebrate their successes together.

Olympic gymnast Simone Biles turned heads at the Chicago Bears vs. New Orleans Saints game, sporting custom "Owens 36" attire and Dallas Cowboys-inspired boots. This stylish display of support for her husband, Jonathan Owens, continues a season-long trend of her attending games in personalized gear, amplifying his presence in the NFL and adding buzz to the team's performance.

The former Real Madrid player was a shoo-in to play for his country in a 16-year international career in which he featured 167 times and won two European Championships plus a World Cup.

Pointing out how the Catholic faith in Sri Lanka survived and thrives today only because of the two-decade-long struggle and dedication of St Vaz, bishop Joseph Fernando of Kandy, Sri Lanka, quoted legends of the Goan priest, saying, “St Vaz traversed dense forests filled with animals and Dutch soldiers in order to minister to the faithful.”

A late slump threatened to jeopardise Shiv Kapur's chances but the Indian golfer still managed to make the cut with a four-over 75 in the second round of the Saint-Omer Open.

Gymnast Simone Biles participated in the NFL Celebrity Photographer Series at the Bears vs. 49ers game, capturing photos of players, including her husband Jonathan Owens. She proudly displayed her husband's jersey number on her media vest. Fellow Olympian Suni Lee also took on a similar photography role for another NFL game.

Spain made minimal changes for their Euro 2020 quarter-final with Switzerland on Friday as coach Luis Enrique restored leftback Jordi Alba and centreback Pau Torres to the side while keeping the same shape as in the 5-3 win over Croatia.

Belgium have left out players with more than 50 caps for their friendlies against Ireland and Burkina Faso later this month, but added only one newcomer to their squad. Coach Roberto Martinez on Friday named a 27-man squad for the friendlies in Dublin on March 26 and Brussels on March 29 with 23-year-old central defender Siebe Van der Heyden.

Gallic is the flavour of the season, and with the city boasting a French connection in the PSG Academy India, it's apt that a top Paris Saint-Germain Football Club official is accompanying the French President.

India's Shiv Kapur had a nightmarish finish for the third day as he dropped three bogeys in last four holes and ended with a card of 71 in Saint-Omer Open.

Bond girl Lea Seydoux has been offered the lead role in X-Men movie 'Gambit' opposite Channing Tatum.

Goalkeeper Unai Simon was the hero as Spain edged past 10-man Switzerland 3-1 on penalties on Friday to reach Euro 2020 semi-finals. After a 1-1 draw in Saint Petersburg which saw the Swiss play for 43 minutes a man down, Simon made two saves in the shoot-out to help keep Spain's bid for a record fourth European crown alive.