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World game at war: why some European nations have threatened a World Cup boycott

A little over a week since the 2026 men’s World Cup final, world soccer appears on the brink of war.

The Conversation · Jul 30

Bharti Airtel raises stake in Airtel Africa to 79 per cent in transaction worth Rs 28,000 cr

Bharti Airtel has significantly boosted its stake in Airtel Africa to approximately 79 percent through a Rs 28,200 crore share-swap deal. This strategic move, involving a cashless exchange with promoter group entity ICIL, enhances Bharti Airtel's economic interest in the high-growth African subsidiary. The company anticipates Airtel Africa becoming a…

The Economic Times · Jun 23

Anger as Somali referee barred from US days before World Cup

AFRICA's top referee who was set to be the first from Somalia to officiate at a World Cup has been barred from entering the US, leading to…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 9

Algeria’s Guedioura hits back at Jamie Carragher’s AFCON remarks with 2019 triumph video

Ex-Algerian international Adlène Guedioura has responded to Jamie Carragher's recent comments about the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) by sharing a video of Algeria’s 2019 Cup victory.

The Independent UK · Feb 26, 2025

NYT Connections today hints and answers — Friday, December 27 (#565)

Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #565 on December 27.

Tom’s Guide · Dec 27, 2024

The paradise Indian Ocean island that’s making a name for itself as a golfing destination

With Mauritius emerging as a golf break hotspot, sports editor Jack Rathborn discovers just what makes this island so enticing – both on the course and off

The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2024

David Cameron brands South African ICJ case as 'wrong' and 'unhelpful'

DAVID Cameron has said it is “nonsense” to suggest Israel has the intent to commit genocide.

The National (Scotland) · Jan 14, 2024

UN court opens hearings for South Africa's allegations that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza

South Africa has asked judges to impose preliminary orders for Israel to halt its campaign

Evening Standard · Jan 11, 2024

Kentucky sets tone early, beats Africa to go perfect in GLOBL JAM pool play

No matter what happened in Kentucky’s pool-play finale at the GLOBL JAM on Saturday afternoon, the Wildcats knew they had already qualified for the event’s gold medal game set for the following night.

Tribune News Service · Jul 15, 2023

Romania recalls ambassador who allegedly compared monkey to African diplomats

UN’s Africa group ‘not prepared to participate’ with Dragos Viorel Tigau after alleged comment in Kenya

The Guardian - UK · Jun 12, 2023