British court allows US to appeal against decision not extradite fearless journalist Julian Assange to America
US authorities will be allowed to continue their appeal against the decision not to extradite Julian Assange, a court has ruled. In January, District Judge Vanessa Baraitser concluded that the WikiLeaks founder, 50, should not be sent to the US because he was at “real risk of suicide”. But at...
Walking the talk: New Malawi president pounces on thieving minister, government officials
Malawi’s Anti-Corruption Bureau has arrested the energy minister and two other officials for alleged corruption involving a state oil contract. Political analysts said the arrests show Malawi President Lazarus Chakwera’s anti-corruption drive is targeting more than just the former ruling party. Malawi Energy Minister Newton Kambala has been arrested along...
It’s official: Messi agrees two year deal to join PSG, expected to sign later today
Lionel Messi has reached an agreement with Paris Saint Germain (PSG) over a transfer to the French soccer club, sports paper L’Equipe said on its website, adding he was due to arrive in Paris in the coming hours. Messi, the 34-year-old record goal scorer for both Argentina and Barcelona, is...
Barcelona last minute attempt to keep Lionel Messi, despite imminent transfer to PSG
Barcelona have made a last-ditch attempt to keep Lionel Messi at the club despite the Argentine being on the verge of joining Paris Saint-Germain, reports in Spain say. The six-time Ballon d’Or winner confirmed in an emotional press conference on Sunday he was leaving Camp Nou after 21 years, though...
Pundit: With Lukaku signed Chelsea look EPL favourites, Man City will struggle without Harry Kane
Trevor Sinclair has urged Manchester City to sign Harry Kane as soon as possible as it could have huge consequences for the start of the new Premier League season. Pep Guardiola’s side won the title with ease last season and are many people’s favourites to win it again this term,...
Sudan recalls ambassador to Ethiopia after mediation offer in Tigray conflict rejected
Sudan has recalled its ambassador to neighbouring Ethiopia, citing frustration by the stance of Addis Ababa whom it says have refused Khartoum’s offer to mediate in the ongoing conflict in Tigray. “Ethiopia will improve its position if it considered what Sudan could do…instead of completely rejecting all of its efforts,”...
Rival South Sudanese factions clash, claim to have killed dozens of soldiers
Forces loyal to Vice President Riek Machar and a splinter group have clashed in South Sudan, but the two sides gave conflicting reports, with each claiming to have killed dozens of soldiers from the opposing. The latest clashes, threatening the country’s fragile peace process, occurred in Magenis in the Upper...
Hopes for quick return to normalcy in US dashed by new Covid variants, low vaccine uptake
It didn’t need to be this way. This spring, as people lined up for newly available, miraculously effective Covid-19 vaccines, it was easy to imagine a direct and speedy path to a protected society. The curve of administered doses appeared limited only by the supply, and the curve was looking...
As Man United flipflops on Trippier, Arsenal prepare swoop for the right-back
Manchester United’s dithering over a deal for an England defender has left the door open for Arsenal to make their own move, while Tottenham have set Harry Kane’s asking price. Arsenal have reportedly made a bid to sign Manchester United right-back target Kieran Trippier from Atletico Madrid. Meanwhile Tottenham are...
Messi’s tearful farewell: I never imagined having to say goodbye because I never thought of it
Lionel Messi broke down in tears as he confirmed his departure from Barcelona after 21 years at the club in an emotional press conference on Sunday, receiving a standing ovation from his distraught teammates. The 34-year-old has been a free agent since July 1 when his contract at Camp Nou...
