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Met Police Chief Warns Against Lifting Football Alcohol Ban Amid Safety Concerns

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has strongly opposed proposals to lift the ban on alcohol consumption in football stadiums, warning that loosening regulations could exacerbate violence and drug-related disorder. His comments come as political figures debate updating laws introduced decades ago to curb hooliganism.

Dana White Confirms Flight to Washington for Trump Meeting on Press Secretary Role

UFC President Dana White confirmed he is traveling to Washington D.C. to meet with President Donald Trump on Monday, following reports that Trump offered him the position of White House Press Secretary. The meeting will take place in the Oval Office after White completes his current obligations in London.

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Trump's Christmas gift idea? $99 NFTs of himself

It could be the perfect Christmas present for the Donald Trump fan in your life -- a $99 digital trading card showing the former president in guises including a cowboy, astronaut and fighter pilot.

Irish UN peacekeeper shot dead in south Lebanon

An Irish soldier of the UN peacekeeping force in south Lebanon near the Israeli border was killed and three wounded after their convoy came under fire, Irish officials said Thursday.

Biden tells leaders US is 'all in' for Africa

President Joe Biden threw his support Thursday behind a larger African role in the world but also vowed the United States would not shy away from promoting democracy.

UN rights chief denounces crackdown in Nicaragua

Nicaragua is systematically working to stifle dissent, the UN's rights chief warned Thursday, pointing to swelling numbers of arbitrary detentions, thousands of NGOs shut down and "muzzling of the media".

US financial sanctions target one of Russia's richest men

The US announced financial sanctions targeting one of Russia's wealthiest men, Vladimir Potanin, the Treasury Department and State Department said Thursday, adding to efforts that curb Moscow's ability to fund its war in Ukraine.

Deadly Russian shelling cuts Kherson power

Russian shelling on Thursday killed two people in Kherson and left the southern city "completely without power", Ukrainian officials said after the latest strikes on infrastructure as temperatures have plummeted.

Macron defends World Cup trip amid Qatar graft scandal

President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday stood by his decision to travel to Qatar to support France's World Cup team, despite allegations linking the Gulf monarchy to corruption in the European Parliament.

ECB slows rate hike pace but warns of 'long game' to tame inflation

The European Central Bank opted for a smaller interest rate increase of half a percentage point on Thursday but warned of more hikes to come in the "long game" to tame red-hot inflation.

Last French troops leave Central African Republic

The last French troops deployed in the Central African Republic left on Thursday following a chill in relations caused by closer ties between Bangui and Moscow, an AFP reporter saw.

Patriot missiles: crucial but limited help for Ukraine

The United States is expected to announce it will equip Ukraine with Patriot missile units, boosting its defenses against Russia's assault on its infrastructure.

UN rights chief details civilian executions in Ukraine

In just the first weeks of Moscow's war in Ukraine, Russian forces summarily killed hundreds of civilians, the UN rights chief said Thursday, decrying likely war crimes.

Family of dead activist take Palestinian Authority to ICC

The family of Palestinian activist Nizar Banat submitted a case Thursday to the International Criminal Court accusing top Palestinian officials over his death in custody, relatives told AFP.

Fiji opposition calls for halt to election count after 'anomaly'

Fiji's opposition on Thursday demanded counting stop in the coup-prone nation's bitterly fought general election, alleging serious "anomalies" that put the poll's legitimacy in doubt.

Iran blames US after being removed from UN rights body

Iran on Thursday accused the United States of orchestrating its removal from a UN women's rights body over its response to protests triggered by death of Mahsa Amini.

UK nurses stage unprecedented walkout

UK nurses on Thursday staged an unprecedented one-day strike as a "last resort" in their fight for better wages and working conditions, despite warnings it could put patients at risk.

Fiji opposition calls for halt to election count after midnight 'anomaly'

Fiji's opposition on Thursday demanded counting be stopped in the coup-prone nation's bitterly-fought general election, alleging serious "anomalies" that put the legitimacy of the vote in doubt.

China recalls six diplomats over Manchester violence: UK

China has removed six diplomats from the UK, including its consul-general in Manchester, after they were accused of assaulting a Hong Kong protester in the northern English city, Britain said Wednesday.

Tunisia awaits languid election for powerless parliament

Tunisians are to vote Saturday on a parliament largely stripped of its powers, the final pillar of a hyper-presidential system installed by President Kais Saied after a power grab last year.

Fiji opposition challenges election results, calls for calm

Fiji's opposition leader said Thursday he will challenge the country's election results, after an overnight "anomaly" abruptly halted a tally that showed him holding a very early lead.

WHO eyes end to Covid emergency in 2023

The World Health Organization said Wednesday it hoped that Covid-19 would no longer be a public health emergency in 2023, as it urged China to share information that could pinpoint how the pandemic started.

US launches bid to bring power to African hospitals

The United States on Wednesday announced a $150 million initiative to bring power to hospitals in Africa, hoping to address a key challenge holding up health care on the continent.

'Anomaly' derails Fiji election count

Fiji’s election count was plagued by a long delay and technical breakdown Thursday, as former coup leader turned prime minister Frank Bainimarama aimed to extend his 16-year grip on power.

Biden seeks principled Africa partnership as US businesses pour in

President Joe Biden called Wednesday for a long-term partnership with Africa rooted both in trade and good governance as US businesses unveiled billions of dollars for the continent where China has become a top player.

COP15's key aim: protect 30% of the planet

Headlining the COP15 biodiversity talks is a drive to secure 30 percent of Earth's land and oceans as protected zones by 2030 -- the most disputed item on the agenda.

Peru declares state of emergency as ousted leader remains in prison

Peru declared a nationwide state of emergency Wednesday amid violent protests against the ouster of ex-president Pedro Castillo that have left seven people dead.

US leads technology investment in Africa at Biden summit

President Joe Biden was set Wednesday to unveil a long-term commitment to African leaders as the United States laid out a major investment push in technology in the continent, where China's infrastructure spending has made it a top player.

UN removes Iran from women's rights body over protest crackdown

The United Nations on Wednesday voted to remove Iran from a women's rights body over Tehran's brutal crackdown of women-led protests.

US businesses pump investment into Africa at Biden summit

President Joe Biden was set Wednesday to lay out a long-term commitment to African leaders as US companies announced more than $2 billion led by technology deals for a continent where China has become a top player.

Ousted Peru leader to remain in prison as hearing postponed

A judge in Peru on Wednesday postponed by 24 hours a hearing to decide whether ex-president Pedro Castillo will be released from detention on charges of rebellion and conspiracy.

Kenyan guard dies after fall at Qatar World Cup stadium

World Cup organisers said Wednesday that an urgent investigation had been launched into the death of a Kenyan security guard who fell from an upper floor at the Lusail Stadium in Qatar.

Erdogan backs Turkmen gas link easing dependence on Russia

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday backed the creation of a new natural gas pipeline that could ease Europe's dependence on Russia by linking up with energy-rich Turkmenistan.

Once a star, Ghana battles economic crisis

The packing machine at Nakobs' Pac factory in the outskirts of Ghana's capital Accra is running at full pace, churning out sachets of treated drinking water.

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