Schools, offices shut as heavy rain returns to desert UAE
Schools and many offices were closed across the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Thursday as heavy rains returned to the desert country just two weeks after record downpours that experts linked to climate change. A lightning storm with high winds…
USA and Mexico emulate South Africa, drop out of race to host 2027 World Cup
The hosts of the 2026 Men’s World Cup decided the time was not right to bid for the 2027 Women’s World Cup In a surprising turn of events, the United States Soccer Federation and the Mexican Football Federation have announced…
Selena Gomez: Getting off Instagram was ‘the most rewarding gift I gave myself’
There are few people in the world better at Instagram than Selena Gomez. The actor, singer and entrepreneur is the most-followed woman on the platform, with a staggering 429 million users following her account. But in a recent appearance at…
Rapper sentenced to death for taking part in protests
Dissident rapper Toomaj Salehi has been given a death sentence for his involvement in the widespread protests that swept Iran in 2022, according to his lawyer. “An order for the execution of Toomaj Salehi has been issued,” Salehi’s lawyer Amir…
Miss Michigan USA 2024, Alma Cooper, is also a soldier and mathematician
Miss Michigan USA 2024, Alma Cooper, is also a soldier and mathematician In addition to a tiara, this Miss Michigan also wears a combat helmet. Alma Cooper — who on Sunday was crowned Miss Michigan USA 2024 at the McMorran…
He’s the best – Ally McCoist hails Super Eagles star
Rangers legend Ally McCoist has described Nigeria international defender Leon Balogun as the team’s best centre-back. This was following the player’s impressive performance against Hearts in the Scottish Cup on Sunday. Balogun, 35, delivered a stellar performance and McCoist believes…
Camilla, William and Kate receive royal honours
Queen Camilla and the Prince and Princess of Wales have all received historic royal honours, Buckingham Palace has announced. Prince William becomes Great Master of the Order of the Bath. Catherine is now a Companion of Honour, which recognises achievement…
Iran footballer suspended for embracing female fan
A goalkeeper with one of Iran’s top football clubs has been suspended after he embraced a woman supporter during a championship match, sports daily Khabar Varzeshi reported on Monday. Hossein Hosseini, 31, who plays for Tehran team Esteghlal, was suspended…
Mourinho gives conditions for next managerial job
Jose Mourinho has stated what he wants from his next job in management as he continues to wait for offers. The 61-year-old, who has been out of work since Roma sacked him in January, has been linked with clubs in…
Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ shines light
The success of Beyoncé’s latest project, Cowboy Carter has shone spotlight on Black country artists. Rising artist Shaboozey believes the award-winning singer is opening up a much-needed conversation. “I think it’s awesome. I mean, the fact that Beyoncé has been…