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Croatia rings in New Year as fully integrated EU member

At the stroke of midnight on Saturday, Croatia switched to the shared European currency, the euro, and removed dozens of border checkpoints to join the world's largest passport-free travel area, completing a dream conceived 30 years ago when it fought a war for independence from Yugoslavia in which 20,000 people…

The Independent UK · Jan 1, 2023

World welcomes 2023 and leaves a stormy year behind

The world welcomed the new year with a packed party in Times Square and fireworks soaring above European capitals, while hoping for an end to the war in Ukraine and a return to post-COVID normality in Asia.

Reuters · Jan 1, 2023

Josip Juranovic gets Celtic green light as Reo Hatate role made clear for Rangers clash

The Croatian full-back has been subject to interest from many of Europe's top clubs.

Daily Record · Dec 31, 2022

Spain changes covid travel rules amid surging cases as officials vow to 'act fast' this time

Just months ago, health bosses across Europe dropped most Covid restrictions in relation to travel, in a bid to reboot the industry heading into the summer months

Irish Mirror · Dec 31, 2022

Countries around the world ring in 2023 after turbulent year

The world's eight billion people began ushering in 2023 on Saturday and bidding farewell to a turbulent 12 months marked by war in Europe, stinging price rises, Lionel Messi's World Cup glory and the deaths of Queen Elizabeth, Pele and former pope Benedict.

France 24 · Dec 31, 2022

Manchester United great Gary Neville makes Cristiano Ronaldo admission after Al-Nassr transfer

Former Man United forward Cristiano Ronaldo has signed for Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr following his Old Trafford exit.

Manchester Evening News · Dec 31, 2022

Libya Says Boat with 700 Europe-Bound Migrants Intercepted

A vessel carrying at least 700 migrants was intercepted off the eastern coast of Libya, the coast guard said.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Dec 31, 2022

Cristiano Ronaldo explains why he turned back on Europe to complete Saudi Arabia switch

Cristiano Ronaldo has joined a club outside of Europe for the first time in his career, signing for Al-Nassr in a deal which will see him earn £173million per year

Daily Mirror · Dec 31, 2022

European Soccer’s Stars to Watch in the Winter Transfer Window

The names and teams to watch during soccer’s January transfer period.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 30, 2022

Cristiano Ronaldo joins Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr on two-year deal

The Portugal captain may earn up to $200m per year when at the Saudi Arabian club, according to reports

The Independent UK · Dec 30, 2022