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Pope Francis denounces 'economic colonialism' on visit to DR Congo

In tonight's edition: The pope denounces the poison of greed driving conflicts and exploitation of the African continent. That message goes down well with the tens of thousands cheering his arrival in DR Congo. Also, Liberian President George Weah rejects criticism that he's out of touch and sets his sights…

France 24

Liberian President George Weah says will seek second term this year

Liberia's President George Weah on Monday told parliament he would run for reelection this year after a first term marred with graft allegations and economic downturn.

Reuters

Investigation faults Liberian agency protecting rainforest

An independent investigation into logging in the Liberian rainforest found illegal operations “on a significant scale,” with multiple missteps or breaches of law by the government agency charged with protecting those forests

The Independent UK

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Timothy Weah transfer could provide the supply line Everton's strikers desperately need

Everton have been linked with a potential transfer move for USA international winger Timothy Weah of Lille

Liverpool Echo

Carl Frampton on why George Best will always be a 'Northern Ireland hero'

"George was a superstar. They called him the Fifth Beatle. He was the boy."

Belfast Live

Celtic legend has no plans to emulate George Weah after entering Slovakian politics

AS any Celtic fan who saw him play during the four unforgettable seasons that he spent at Parkhead will tell you, Lubomir Moravcik could do just…

The National (Scotland)

Liberians protest living costs as Weah returns from 48-day trip

Analysts warn of more protests ahead of the 2023 elections despite President Weah’s popularity in parts of Liberia.

Al Jazeera

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Liberians protest over economic hardship and president's absence

More than a thousand people joined a demonstration in a suburb of Liberia's capital on Saturday, protesting over economic hardships and President George Weah's prolonged absence from the country.

Reuters

England 0-0 USA: player ratings from the World Cup Group B game

Harry Maguire was one of England’s better performers on a night when the USA’s three midfielders caught the eye

The Guardian - UK

For Tim Weah, a World Cup goal capped a family journey. Now he's ready for England

The U.S. will play England at 2 p.m. ET on Friday in Qatar, with Weah's parents in the stands. His father, George Weah, was a star player in the '90s but never made it to the World Cup himself.

WEKU

Timothy Weah emerges from father's shadow after receiving Pele Instagram reaction

George Weah is the only African to win the Ballon d'Or and is now the President of Liberia - his son Timothy Weah is currently starring for the United States at World Cup 2022

Daily Mirror

World Cup 2022 briefing: will Spain and Germany hit heights on day four?

Four European contenders for the trophy step into the fray a day after favourites Argentina came unstuck

The Guardian - UK

World Cup 2022 key events: Winners and losers on day 2 in Qatar

England trounced Iran, the Netherlands edged Senegal 2-0, and Wales tied with USA on Day 2 of the World Cup.

Al Jazeera

USA’s European elite sparkle then fizzle on World Cup return against Wales

Gregg Berhalter displayed a preference for players who ply their trade overseas. For large parts of Monday’s game it was clear why

The Guardian - US

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The Philadelphia Inquirer

Gareth Bale’s late goal deals USMNT a 1-1 tie in its World Cup opener

It had to be Gareth Bale, didn’t it.

Chicago Sun-Times

U.S. settles for draw with Wales in World Cup opener

The Americans are back in action on Friday against Group B leader England.

USA Today Sports Media Group

A reminder that Timothy Weah’s dad George is a famous soccer player and politician

A fun fact about Timothy Weah.

USA Today Sports Media Group

The USMNT’s first goal of the 2022 World Cup was an absolute beauty by Tim Weah

What a beautiful goal.

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Daily Mirror

10 best footballers to have never played a World Cup game including three Man Utd legends

A number of the world’s iconic players have played at the showpiece tournament but at the same time, a vast array of iconic players have not had the pleasure of strutting their stuff at the World Cup despite hugely successful careers

Radio France Internationale

Liberian civil war torture trial of rebel commander opens in Paris

A rebel commander during the first Liberian Civil War, Kunti Kamara goes on trial in Paris on Monday for crimes against humanity, torture, and acts of barbarity, including the enslavement of an entire community in Lofa County, northwestern Liberia.

Radio France Internationale

Survivors sue Liberian government over failure to track down civil war killers

Survivors of a massacre during Liberia’s civil war have sued the government in Monrovia for its failure to address wartime atrocities. The administration of President George Weah is under pressure to implement a report setting guidelines on bringing wartime criminals to justice.

Radio France Internationale

Liberia's corruption culture linked to failure to pursue war criminals

Liberia’s pervasive culture of impunity, which has been brought into focus by recent US sanctions against three senior officials, has its roots in the failure of the country’s justice system after the civil war, according to a Liberian analyst.

Radio France Internationale

Liberia's George Weah under pressure over handling of corruption allegations made by US

Liberian President George Weah is facing a backlash over how he has handled corruption accusations made by the United States against three top officials.

Radio France Internationale

Liberia suspends senior officials accused of corruption by US

At least three high-ranking Liberian officials have been suspended from office after being sanctioned for "acts of corruption" by the United States government.

Reuters

Liberia suspends three officials accused by U.S. of corruption

Liberia President George Weah on Tuesday suspended three government officials who were sanctioned by the United States for what it said was their ongoing involvement in public corruption.

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