UN scrambles for relief funding as flash floods kill 1,000 in Pakistan
Devastating floods that have killed more than 1,000 people in Pakistan are a “climate catastrophe” requiring a strong international response, according to the secretary general of the United Nations, António Guterres. “Pakistan is awash in suffering,” said Guterres in a video statement. “The Pakistani people are facing a monsoon on...
Ten Hag’s hug: Unsettled Man United recasts net once again for Barcelona right back Sergino Dest
Manchester United could enter the transfer market once again. Manchester United could be set to make their seventh signing of the summer after Martin Dubravka joins, with reports linking Erik ten Hag’s side with a move for Barcelona right-back Sergino Dest. The American played under the Red Devils boss at...
Rwandan soldiers serving in UN mission in South Sudan honoured with medals for their work
Two Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) units – the First Battalion called Rwanbatt-3 and Rwanda Aviation Unit serving under the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) were honoured with UN peacekeeping medals for their contribution to peace and security in South Sudan in a ceremony at Durupi base camp, Juba this...
AU honours military, police peacekeepers for roles in setting up transition mission in Somalia
Officers from the military and police components of what is now Atmis (African Union Transition Mission in Somalia) were honoured for, among others, their part in the formation and operationalisation of the mission from its previous incarnation as Amisom (AU Mission in Somalia). Seventy-four officers including sector commanders, staff officers...
Red Devils legend: You’ll never see Lionel Messi fuss at PSG like Cristiano Ronaldo at Man United
Ronaldo was jettisoned to the bench for United’s 2-1 win over Liverpool on Monday night and reportedly still wants to leave the club having been angling for an exit all summer. Unfortunately for CR7, no-one wants or can afford him, meaning he will likely have to see out the remaining...
Accusations fly as Ethiopian military launches massive offensive against Tigrayan rebels
Ethiopia’s military has launched a “large-scale” offensive for the first time in a year in the northern Tigray region, Tigray authorities alleged on Wednesday, while the government countered that Tigray forces attacked first. It’s a significant setback to mediation efforts as millions of people remain starved of food and other...
Premier League clubs face ‘football winter’ as inflation hits through the roof, earnings drop
As the summer starts to reach its end, there’s a distinct feeling of trepidation hanging over this country. Inflation has been predicted to rise to 18 per cent, its highest level since 1976, while the cost of gas and electricity is set to explode, with prices likely to soar in...
Sick of circus at Old Trafford, Man United boss Ten Hag wants to see Cristiano Ronaldo’s back
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag didn’t bite his lip during a passionate team meeting last week ahead of Monday’s 2-1 win against Liverpool. Cristiano Ronaldo was the target of some home truths during the two-hour summit, with Ten Hag reportedly ‘sick’ of the wantaway forward’s antics. According to The...
Why Arsenal fans love Gunner Martinelli, who finds inspiration in club legend Thierry Henry
Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli has – perhaps unsurprisingly – named club icon Thierry Henry as his favourite Premier League player of all time. And he also gave a special nod to the legendary Frenchman when discussing his number one goal in the competition’s 30-year history. Martinelli has lit up the...
London return: Aubameyang’s ‘wave’ stirs Nou Camp as move from Barcelona to Chelsea looks done deal
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang appeared to wave goodbye to Barcelona fans on Wednesday night as his transfer to Chelsea edges closer. Aubameyang – who only moved to Barcelona in January having been jettisoned from Arsenal by Mikel Arteta – has emerged as Chelsea’s top striker this summer with manager Thomas Tuchel keen...
