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UK sports pundit under fire for Mo Salah comments

Jamie Carragher comments regarding Mohamed Salah's Ballon d'Or chances sparked a wave of criticism, prompting him to clarify his stance.

Western leaders congratulate Germany's Merz after election win

European leaders have congratulated Friedrich Merz after winning the German election, saying they look forward to work with his government.

Germany's Merz declares victory in crucial election, AfD comes second

Meanwhile, the far-right Alternative for Germany, or AfD, becomes the second-most powerful political force in the country.

Gaza Updates: Delay of Palestinians release due to deal guarantees — Israel

Truce pausing Israel's war on Gaza — which has reportedly killed 48,329+ Palestinians, a figure revised by officials to 62,000+, having added thousands who are missing and now presumed dead — enters its 36th day.

Pope Francis remains in 'critical condition'

The Vatican says Pope Francis required the application of high-flow oxygen and the administration of blood transfusions.

Arsenal title hopes suffer blow with West Ham defeat

Mikel Arteta's second-placed side have 53 points from 26 games, eight behind leaders Liverpool.

Man Utd survive penalty scare to rescue 2-2 draw at Everton

Everton were awarded a stoppage-time penalty, but the decision was overturned by VAR.

Trump loyalist with East African roots sworn in as FBI director

Kash Patel was born in New York to parents of Indian origin who moved to the US in the 1970s.

Trump curbs Chinese investments in key sectors

US president previously imposed additional customs duties of 10 percent on all products imported from China.

Gaza Updates: Hamas to swap six Israeli captives for 602 Palestinian prisoners

Truce pausing Israel's war on Gaza — which has reportedly killed 48,319+ Palestinians, a figure revised by officials to 62,000+, having added thousands who are missing and now presumed dead — enters its 35th day.

CAF, Nigerians support Lookman after penalty fallout

CAF responded with a show of solidarity, posting a video showcasing Lookman's goal-scoring prowess with a caption.

Why often-critical South Africans back government against Trump

South Africans have been able to sift through the manipulation to recognise that Washington’s gambit has nothing to do with the plight of any purportedly marginalised White farmers, living comfortably in plush homes and

Gaza Updates: Hamas will pay for not returning body of Shiri Bibas — Netanyahu

Truce pausing Israel's war on Gaza — which has reportedly killed over 48,319 Palestinians, a figure revised by officials to 62,000+, having added thousands who are missing and now presumed dead — enters its 34th day.

Six US prison staff charged in beating death of handcuffed Black inmate

New York prosecutors accuse prison staff of showing “depraved indifference to human life” in Robert Brooks’ fatal beating, as governer orders the dismissal of 14 employees.

Why USAID's funding of BBC is more than a red flag

USAID's controversial funding of BBC Media Action highlights how the Western government-funded propaganda machinery works and exposes double standards in global broadcasting.

Why USAID funding BBC is more than a red flag

USAID's controversial funding of BBC Media Action highlights how the Western government-funded propaganda machinery works and exposes double standards in global broadcasting.

Istanbulites embrace long-awaited snowfall as the city turns white

After several mild winters, heavy snowfall blankets Istanbul, bringing long-awaited delight as the magical city glitters in white gold.

Gaza Updates: Hamas hands over coffins of dead Israeli captives to Red Cross

Truce pausing Israel's war on Gaza — which has reportedly killed over 48,297 Palestinians, a figure revised by officials to nearly 62,000, having added thousands who are missing and now presumed dead — enters its 33rd da

Mbappé hails 'perfect night' in Real Madrid win over Man City

Mbappé joined Lionel Messi, Karim Benzema and Robert Lewandowski on the list of players with two hat-tricks in the knockout stages

Kenyans rescued from Myanmar scam centres

The foreign ministry has cautioned against travel to Myanmar for jobs purported to be in Thailand.

Indian police crackdown on Islamic books sparks outrage

Muslim leaders condemning the move as an unjustified attack on religious literature in an already tense region.

Trump’s Gaza gambit is just a continuation of America’s dark legacy

The world’s biggest military and economic power has long been carrying on an interventionist and expansionist agenda. Trump is just the latest leader to toe the same line.

Everton's new stadium makes debut as 10,000 fans attend match

Construction of the new 52,888-seater arena took four years and cost close to 800 million pounds ($1.01 billion).