Gerry Adams to stand civil trial in 2026 over IRA bombs
London (AFP) – Politician Gerry Adams, whose Sinn Fein party was once the political wing of the Irish Republican Army, will stand trial in 2026 in a civil case brought…
Trump defends health pick RFK Jr over vaccine stance
Washington (AFP) – Donald Trump defended his nomination of vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy for health secretary as the US president elect offered up debunked data linking vaccines and autism…
UK concerned over China spying row engulfing Prince Andrew
London (AFP) – The UK government Monday voiced growing concerns over allegations of espionage by China, as a Chinese businessman with links to disgraced Prince Andrew denied being a spy.…
Spain handed kind Women's Euro 2025 draw, holders England in tough group
Lausanne (AFP) – World Cup winners Spain will play Italy, Belgium and Portugal at Women's Euro 2025, while England face a tough path to defending their title at the tournament…
Cameroon leader urges 'urgent action' on central African economy
Yaoundé (AFP) – Issued on: 16/12/2024 - 18:43
Man City players still believe in Guardiola, says Foden
London (AFP) – Phil Foden insists Manchester City's players still believe in Pep Guardiola despite the painful loss against Manchester United that extended their dismal streak. Issued on: 16/12/2024 -…
Western powers resume contacts in Syria to prevent chaos
Paris (AFP) – Western powers are looking to establish contact with Syria's new rulers, aiming to avoid Iraq- or Libya-style chaos after the fall of the Assad regime to Islamist-led…
Canada deputy PM quits in tariff rift with Trudeau
Ottawa (AFP) – Canada's Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland quit Monday in a surprise move after disagreeing with Justin Trudeau over US President-elect Donald Trump's tariff threats. Issued on: 16/12/2024…
RB Salzburg fire coach Lijnders after 'unsatisfactory' performances
Vienna (AFP) – Austrian club Red Bull Salzburg on Monday announced they have let go of coach Pep Lijnders after the team chalked up "many unsatisfactory performances". Issued on: 16/12/2024…