Opening economies: ‘Zero Covid’ countries unsure if they can keep the virus at bay if they reopen
Some of the countries that have been most successful at keeping Covid-19 at bay are now seeking ways to gingerly lower the barriers that protect them while minimising the risk that the disease will become endemic. China, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Taiwan all closed their borders last year and...
G20 nations talk about climate change, but lack plan for their 2015 Paris Accord obligations
None of the world’s major economies – including the entire G20 – have a climate plan that meets their obligations under the 2015 Paris Agreement, according to an analysis published on Wednesday, despite scientists’ warning that deep cuts to greenhouse gas emissions are needed now. The watchdog Climate Action Tracker...
How Arsenal’s new right-back Tomiyasu plans to ease pressure on under-pressure manager Arteta
Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu is planning to ease the pressure on manager Mikel Arteta by offering crucial versatility. The Japan international had strong links with a move to the Premier League throughout the summer. However, after significant interest from Tottenham, Arsenal snapped him up on transfer deadline day. Tomiyasu, who...
New call to lay off clueless Man United’s manager Solskjaer for ex Chelsea boss Antonio Conte
Manchester United have been told they are being held back by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and they should take the chance to bring in a top-class replacement while he’s still available. The replacement in question is former Chelsea boss, Antonio Conte, who is also being linked targeted by Arsenal as an...
Chinese greed: Red alert out on the damage illegal fishing is doing to Africa’s ‘blue economy’
Maritime security experts warn that illegal fishing is undermining Africa’s “blue economy” that covers the continent’s fisheries, tourism, aquaculture, transport, ports and oil drilling. The African Union Development Agency (AUDA) says development of blue economy is critical to the continent’s prosperity. “Africa is one of the most blessed continents in...
Guinea junta meets civilian leadership to discuss shape of post-coup government
Guinea’s new military rulers began consultations with political, religious and business leaders on Tuesday which they say will lead to the formation of a transitional government following the coup that ousted President Alpha Conde on September 5. In a short address, coup leader Colonel Mamady Doumbouya, a special forces commander...
As cows learn and get used to using toilets, some 670m humans still practise open defecation
A herd of cows has been “potty-trained” in an experiment that scientists say could pave the way for more environmentally friendly farms. Waste from cattle farms often contaminates soil and waterways and contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and the acidification of soil. For this reason, toilet-training cattle has long been...
Manchester United fans call for manager Solskjaer’s head after loss to Young Boys in Bern
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has defended his decision to switch to a back five in Tuesday’s shock Champions League defeat to Young Boys and insists his side were seconds away from gaining a “good point”. The Red Devils took the lead in Bern through Cristiano Ronaldo but the game flipped on...
It’s Romelu Lukaku again with headed goal in Chelsea’s win against Zenit St Petersburg
Romelu Lukaku proved his worth once again by netting a brilliant winner for Chelsea in their 1-0 victory over Zenit St Petersburg in the Champions League. Starting their defence of the trophy, the Blues were made to fight for three points against the stubborn Russian champions. The win came courtesy...
Young Boys bring Manchester United tumbling down after Jesse Lingard last minute howler
Cristiano Ronaldo scores again but mistake from replacement Jesse Lingard and Aaron Wan-Bissaka red card sees Manchester United lose to Young Boys Cristiano Ronaldo’s Manchester United honeymoon is over as the Red Devils suffered a shock 2-1 defeat to Young Boys in the Champions League. The Portuguese made a blistering...
