As the fifth anniversary of the global pandemic approaches, emotions still run raw across the UK amid lingering accusations that the then government responded too slowly to the crisis. Some 240,000 hearts have been painted by hand on the wall, nestled on the banks of the Thames, opposite the British parliament. Each heart on the 500-metre-long (540-yard) wall represents one of the UK victims of the disease, which shattered and disrupted lives around the globe after being first detected in China in December 2019. Читать дальше...
Poyet became the first Uruguayan to manage in England's top flight when he took over at Sunderland in 2013, and was most recently in charge of the Greece national team until March this year. The 57-year-old will be tasked with reviving the fortunes of Jeonbuk, who have won the South Korean title a record nine times but have struggled in recent years. They avoided relegation from the K League top flight in a playoff earlier this month after finishing 10th in the 12-team table. Poyet starred for... Читать дальше...
The opposition Democratic Party earlier said it would introduce an impeachment motion against Han on Tuesday to protest against the interim leader's refusal to sign into law special bills to investigate his impeached predecessor. "We have decided to exercise patience, taking into account the sentiments of the people, and wait until the 26th (Thursday) to determine whether our demands are met," floor leader Park Chan-dae said. The party originally set Christmas Eve as the deadline for Han to promulgate... Читать дальше...
A new report from the House Ethics Committee details multiple allegations against former Congressman Matt Gaetz, including paying for underage sex, using illegal drugs, and breaking Florida laws on sexual misconduct. Gaetz, who was initially chosen to lead the Justice Department, denies the accusations.
On December 26, 2004, a magnitude 9.1 earthquake under the Indian Ocean triggered a huge tsunami with waves up to 30 metres (100 feet) high. Only a rudimentary warning system was in place at the time, with no way to alert the millions of people living around the Indian Ocean in advance. More than 225,000 people were killed in a dozen countries. In the years following the disaster, multiple governments developed a global tsunami information system, building on the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric... Читать дальше...
Konstas was called up after selectors dumped Nathan McSweeney after just three Tests, with the 19-year-old tasked with fending off Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah alongside an under-performing Usman Khawaja. "He'll play Boxing Day," McDonald told reporters, referring to the teenager as "composed, relaxed". "We have said from the get-go, leading into this summer, that we wouldn't shy away and age was no barrier. "What he's shown is an array of shots and an ability to put pressure back on his opponents and he gets his opportunity. Читать дальше...
Romanian lawmakers narrowly approved a new pro-European coalition government on Monday, led by incumbent Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu. The move seeks to end a political crisis sparked by far-right gains in recent elections and the annulment of the presidential race.
The Australian world number nine and Britain's top women's player have been dating for several years with their news sparking congratulations from across the tennis world. "We've been keeping a small secret," the pair jointly said on Instagram late Monday, with Boulter showing off her ring. Among the well-wishers were women's stars Paula Badosa and Madison Keys while de Minaur's fellow Australian Thanasi Kokkinakis quipped: "It's about damn time." De Minaur, 25 and Boulter, 28, both enjoyed breakthrough seasons in 2024. Читать дальше...
LawConnect won from Comanche last year by just 51 seconds in a thrilling finale after a treacherous 628 nautical mile slog with the two 100-footers again set to battle for line honours. Two other supermaxis are entered -- Wild Thing and Maritimo -- among a fleet of 105. The big boats are predicted to get off to a flying start from Sydney Harbour on Boxing Day before they head down Australia's east coast then tackle the notorious Bass Strait towards the Tasmanian state capital Hobart. Comanche... Читать дальше...
Fabio Ochoa, once a top operator in Pablo Escobar's Medellin cartel, was deported to Colombia after serving 25 years of a 30-year sentence in the US. He was released immediately upon arrival in Bogota, with Colombian authorities confirming he faces no pending charges.
The small Central American nation became the world's first country to outlaw metal mining in 2017, warning of the harmful effects of the chemicals used, like cyanide and mercury. The move by Bukele's predecessor, former left-wing rebel Salvador Sanchez Ceren, reflected a growing rejection of mining by rural communities in the region. But last month, Bukele, who is popular at home for his crackdown on street gangs, signaled that he wanted to change course. The bill to bring back metal mining was approved by 57 deputies out of a total of 60... Читать дальше...
Edwards made the remarks that drew the punishment following Minnesota's 113-103 home loss to the Golden State Warriors on Saturday. The 23-year-old playmaker, who helped the United States capture gold at the Paris Olympics, has averaged 25.6 points, 5.4 rebounds and 4.0 assists a game for the T-Wolves this season. Edwards used profanity in describing what he considered a poor performance from the referees, calling it "terrible" and saying he and teammate Julius Randle are penalized "for being stronger than our opponent every night. Читать дальше...
In tonight's edition, Mozambique's Constitutional Council greenlights the ruling party's victory in October's election. Also, at least 67 people were killed in a series of stampedes that have rocked Nigeria. And he's the iconic voice behind the opening chant in The Lion King and now 30 years on, composer Lebo M returns to the Pride Lands for the prequel, Mufasa. We talk to the legendary performer about his stellar career.
Defender Carlos Augusto headed in from a corner early in the second half before Marcus Thuram wrapped up a fourth successive league win with a thumping finish in stoppage time. Inter goalkeeper Yann Sommer made a crucial save on the hour to deny Nico Paz an equaliser as Simone Inzaghi's side showed signs of weariness at the San Siro in what was their third outing in a week. Thuram's goal was his 12th of the season and sent him level with Atalanta striker Mateo Retegui for the league lead. "Marcus... Читать дальше...
