The Ballon d’Or has a narrow definition of footballing greatness
The Ballon d’Or has a narrow definition of footballing greatness Celebrity, bias towards players in attack and European dominance undermine football’s most prestigious individual award. By Osasu Obayiuwana British-Nigerian journalist,…
Former PLO official says Netanyahu-Eisenkot coalition could be possible
Former PLO official says Israel’s election outcome remains uncertain, with polls divided between Netanyahu and Eisenkot.
Chancellor to cut tariffs on some food and freeze fuel duty to give families ‘breathing space’
Making higher tax-free mileage rates permanent and the removal of import taxes on some food items are among the measures being announced ahead of Wednesday’s Budget. The BBC understands the…
Abhishek Sharma hits ton as India beat New Zealand by 6 wickets in 3rd T20
Abhishek Sharma hits ton as India beat New Zealand by 6 wickets in 3rd T20 The opening pair put on 133-run partnership as India chased down 199 to wrap up…
Robert F Kennedy Jr. says Arabs don’t produce science or literature
US Secretary of Health Robert F Kennedy Jr. has said that Arabs don’t produce science, literature, or win Nobel prizes.
Storm Boelo leaves 90,000 without power as Met Office issues new wind warning
A clean-up operation is under way in parts of the UK after Storm Boelo caused flooding and property damage, leaving thousands without power. The Energy Networks Association (ENA) said around…
Serbia after Vucic: Who will be PM and when will a government be formed?
EXPLAINER Serbia after Vucic: Who will be PM and when will a government be formed? Uncertainty remains over key positions after student-led movement deals blow to longtime leader’s political dominance.…
Jordan arrests three suspects over church attack in dawn raid: What to know
EXPLAINER Jordan arrests three suspects over church attack in dawn raid: What to know Jordanian authorities have not named the individuals or any group involved in the ‘terrorist incident’. Jordanians…
Key European defence ministers meet in Paris to discuss Ukraine support
Key European defence ministers meet in Paris to discuss Ukraine support Defence ministers from France, Germany, Italy, Poland and the UK to discuss increasing military assistance to Ukraine. A Ukrainian…
Saudi-led coalition says it struck Houthi missile facilities
News Saudi-led coalition says it struck Houthi missile facilities Coalition says it destroyed ballistic missile launchers as well as tunnels and a depot used by the Houthis to store missiles.…