BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Jorge Messi, the father of football superstar Lionel Messi, died on Friday night at the age of 68 at a medical clinic in Rosario, Argentina, after a long illness, the Messi family confirmed to Reuters. Jorge had remained close to his son throughout Lionel Messi’s football career and had also served as his representative for several years.
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Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan Sign Mutual Defence Pact
MECCA, Saudi Arabia — Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan signed a joint defence agreement in Mecca on August 7, 2026, committing to treat an armed attack on any one of the three countries as an attack on all. The pact comes as escalating conflict across the Middle East has increased security concerns for Gulf states and raised questions over the reliability of existing regional security arrangements.
Samay Raina Donates Rs 10 Lakh to Assam CM Relief Fund
GUWAHATI, India — Stand-up comedian and content creator Samay Raina has donated Rs 10 lakh to the Assam Chief Minister’s Relief Fund to support people affected by the ongoing floods in the state.
SAD Backs Women’s Reservation Bill, Seeks Immediate Implementation
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Arsenal Sign Bruno Guimaraes From Newcastle on Four-Year Deal
LONDON, Britain — Premier League champions Arsenal have signed Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes on a four-year contract with an option for an additional season, the club announced on Saturday, adding the Brazil international to Mikel Arteta’s midfield ahead of the new campaign.
Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Deal Is Close, but Waterway Won’t Reopen Automatically
CAIRO/WASHINGTON/RIYADH — Iran said Saturday that an agreement with Oman on a new shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz was close, but stressed that the deal alone would not reopen the strategic waterway. Tehran said other conditions, including compensation from the United States, would have to be addressed.