Leicester blasted already relegated Watford to hand them their seventh defeat in eight Premier League games, with Jamie Vardy scoring twice. The result enhances the Foxes’ chances of finishing in the top ten, while Watford drops to the bottom of the standings after losing 15 of their 19 home matches. The afternoon had started well … Read more
KABUL: Afghanistan’s budget deficit for this fiscal year is 44 billion Afghanis ($501 million), according to Taliban officials, who did not elaborate on how the difference between expected receipts and planned spending can be bridged. Deputy Prime Minister Abdul Salam Hanafi announced the first annual national budget since the Taliban took control of the war-torn … Read more
La Rochelle will play in their second Champions Cup final in as many years after Ihaia West scored a late try to break Racing 92’s resistance. Racing took the lead after a Nolann Le Garrec penalty and a Virimi Vakatawa try, but Gregory Alldritt scored just before halftime to cut the margin. After the break, … Read more
According to NDTV, a father-son combo from Maharashtra, India, was caught for stealing energy. The two are accused of stealing INR59.3 million worth of power (almost Rs149 million). Chandrakant Bhambre, the father, and his son, Sachin, have been recognised as the suspects. “Power was being stolen remotely using a device that tampered with metre readings. … Read more
Brazilian dancer David Motta, then a leading soloist at the renowned Bolshoi ballet, knew he had to leave the country where he had spent half his life the day Russia invaded Ukraine. It was a “obvious” decision, he said, because his heart went out to the people of Ukraine, but it was “the hardest decision … Read more
Brentford came from behind twice to win all three points against Everton, who had two players sent off at Goodison Park, putting their Premier League survival hopes in jeopardy. Everton would have secured their top-flight status with two games to spare if Leeds had drawn at home to Brighton earlier on Sunday, but the narrow … Read more
According to social media posts, protests over rising food prices continued in numerous cities across Iran on Saturday, while an Iranian politician told local media that one person was murdered in a demonstration in the southwest. Last week’s protests were sparked by a reduction in state subsidies for imported wheat, which resulted in price increases … Read more
Princess Beatrice may be preoccupied with royal duties, but fans believe she would fare well in show business after spotting her doppelganger on Saturday’s Eurovision Song Contest! According to Royal Central, fans who watched the contest over the weekend were taken aback by the resemblance between one of the Icelandic performers and Princess Beatrice. Iceland … Read more
After the European Union delivered a positive evaluation of a trip to Tehran, the US acknowledged it remained doubtful if a nuclear deal with Iran can be restored. “That said, a settlement remains far from certain at this moment,” a State Department official said in response to envoy Enrique Mora’s visit. “Iran must decide … Read more
Chelsea defended their Women’s FA Cup title and clinched the Double with a dramatic extra-time winner against Manchester City in front of a record crowd at Wembley Stadium. After City had twice fought back from behind, Kerr kept her cool to sneak in a deflected winner. Emma Hayes’ side, who won the Women’s Super League … Read more
Jennifer Lopez, who never ceases to amaze her millions of fans with her jaw-dropping photos, has once again left fans speechless with her latest look in a white gown. The Get Right singer stepped out with her daughter Emme in Los Angeles just days after her ex Marc Anthony announced his engagement. The 52-year-old singer-songwriter … Read more
Drought is endangering the Iraqi tradition of growing amber rice, a flavorful base for rich lamb and other meals and a vital component of the country’s economy. The name of this long-grained rice type comes from its peculiar aroma, which is comparable to that of amber resin. It’s in dishes such as delicious lamb qouzi, … Read more
On Sunday, world leaders began arriving in the United Arab Emirates to pay respects to President Khalifa bin Zayed al-Nahyan, who was succeeded by his half-brother and de facto ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed. Sheikh Mohammed, the ruler of the opulent Abu Dhabi emirate, guided the Western-allied Gulf state, an OPEC oil producer and regional … Read more
After decades of avoiding military alliances, Finland officially announced on Sunday that it would apply for NATO membership, with neighbouring Sweden expected to follow suit soon. The two Nordic countries have expressed a desire to act in unison and submit their applications jointly, as a deterrent to Russian aggression. – Historic U-turns – For decades, … Read more
The ongoing defamation trial of Hollywood actor Johnny Depp against ex-wife Amber Heard is making headlines around the world. Meanwhile, the Pirates of the Caribbean star, who is currently on trial in the United Kingdom, is preparing to make his comeback as French King Louis XV in French director Maiwenn’s upcoming film. After a lengthy … Read more
Gwen Stefani, a popular American singer, has confirmed her return to The Voice as a coach alongside her husband Blake Shelton. The Rich Girl singer, who left the hit NBC show in 2020, announced her return to the show via TikTok on Friday. She captioned a video of herself wearing a neon green hoodie and … Read more
Crystal Palace grabbed a Premier League point at Aston Villa after substitute Jeffrey Schlupp cancelled out Ollie Watkins’ goal. With nine minutes remaining, Schlupp tapped in from Marc Guehi’s knock-down after a free-kick. Watkins, who had been ruled out after suffering an ankle injury against Liverpool in midweek, scored his first goal of the game … Read more
Ukraine’s forces were fighting off a fierce Russian onslaught in the country’s east on Sunday, following a much-needed morale boost from a Eurovision victory. President Volodymyr Zelensky warned on Saturday that the conflict in his country could lead to global food shortages, and that the situation in Ukraine’s Donbas is “very difficult.” Russia, which invaded … Read more
According to Britain’s defense intelligence, Russia’s advance in Donbas has slowed and is now far behind schedule. “Russia’s Donbas offensive has lost momentum and fallen substantially behind schedule,” the agency said in a recent tweet. Despite small-scale initial victories, Russia has been unable to make significant territory gains in the last month while maintaining high … Read more
Switzerland agreed on Sunday to increase the availability of transplant organs by making everyone, unless they specifically refuse, a potential donor after death. The legal change, approved by 60 percent of voters in a referendum, marks a dramatic shift from the current system. Under the existing laws, transplants are only possible if the deceased person … Read more
Manchester City earned a point at West Ham after coming back from two goals down for the first time under Pep Guardiola. With a win over Aston Villa on the final day, they will be proclaimed champions. At halftime, City’s grip on the Premier League crown appeared to be shaky, as the Hammers lead thanks … Read more
The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony held Hajj balloting in Islamabad on Sunday. Under the balloting, 31,253 citizens under the government scheme and 1000 people on special quota will perform Hajj this year. Minister for Communications Maulana Asad Mahmood and Minister for Housing and Works Maulana Abdul Wasey were present on this occasion. … Read more
Ukrainians are trying to embrace tattoos amid the ongoing conflict with Russia, from odes to beleaguered military units to expressions of love for the motherland. At the “Art Weapon” festival, dozens chose to show their love for their country by getting tattooed, with the proceeds going directly to the Ukrainian military as donations. On Saturday, … Read more
Hailey Beiber wowed millions of her fans on Friday in Los Angeles, wearing a grey crop top and baggy navy blue cargo pants. The Canadian singer’s wife looked stunning in the casual ensemble, which she paired with grey, black, and red sneakers. Mrs. Bieber wore her luscious brunette hair in a centre part, allowing it … Read more
After the United Nations reported fugitive Rwandan genocide suspect Protais Mpiranya died in Zimbabwe in 2006, Zimbabwe denied harboring him on Sunday. Wanted for his role in the 1994 genocide, Mpiranya, presidential guard commander at the time of the massacres, died in Zimbabwe where he fled years earlier, following pulmonary tuberculosis, UN prosecutors said. He … Read more
An Algerian military officer and close ally of the former army chief was sentenced to death on charges of “high treason.”According to the French-language daily El Watan. Guermit Bounouira, who was close to late army chief Ahmed Gaid Salah, appeared in front of an appeals court on Thursday and was found guilty of a slew … Read more
Jermell Charlo and Brian Castano fought for the title of undisputed super welterweight champion in one of the most contentious and exciting fights of 2021. Charlo ensured that there would be no more contested decisions by dropping Castano twice in the tenth round to win by knockout and become the undisputed super-welterweight champion from Dignity … Read more
Helen Skelton appears to be back on track following her divorce from Richie Myler, as she shared some behind-the-scenes photos from the Sports Industry Awards on social media. The Countryfile host, 38, was seen publicly for the first time since announcing her divorce from her rugby player partner Richie last month after eight years of … Read more
