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Aryna Sabalenka said early exits by big names at the Australian Open would not make her title defence any easier after the top seed saw one of her main title ... Show more
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Gulf Today Jan 13
Sabalenka starts title defence with win: Aryna Sabalenka powered past Sloane Stephens to begin her quest for a third consecutive Australian Open crown on Sunday ...
gulftoday.ae/sport/2025/01/13/sabalenka-starts-title-defence-with-win
Belarus launches military exercises near Ukraine border: Military exercises will be held in the Gomel district of Belarus with conscripts of territorial defence ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2025/01/8/7492559/
Sabalenka, Zverev and Habib shine on rain-hit first day at Australian Open: Hady Habib becomes first Lebanese player to win a Grand Slam match on an eventful ...
aljazeera.com/sports/2025/1/12/sabalenka-zverev-and-habib-shine-on-rain-hit-first-day-at-australian-open
Aryna Sabalenka Busts Out Her Best Dance Moves At Australian Open. Watch | Tennis News
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Quick Glance: Australian Open Day One: Rain and Dramatic Matches
- Day one of the Australian Open was marked by rain delays and dramatic matches.
- Wildcard player Li Tu fell short against Czech player Jiri Lehecka in a thrilling encounter.
- Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka showcased her prowess, defeating Sloane Stephens in straight sets.
- Alexander Zverev faced a tough battle but ultimately triumphed over Lucas Pouille.
Gauff beats Kenin in first round to fire Australian Open 2025 warning: Sports, Tennis: The American has been on a scintillating run of form that has made her a ...
wionews.com/sports/coco-gauff-beats-sofia-kenin-in-first-round-to-fire-australian-open-2025-warning-8613881
Quick Glance: Coco Gauff: A Top Contender for Australian Open 2025
- Coco Gauff, only 20 years old, enters the Australian Open 2025 in stellar form after winning the WTA Finals and leading the USA to a United Cup victory.
- Under new coach Matt Daly, Gauff has made significant improvements to her serve and forehand, positioning her as one of the favorites for the title.
- Two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka remains the top favorite, while Iga Świątek, who lost her No. 1 ranking, continues to pose a threat.
- Bookmakers rank Gauff just behind Sabalenka and ahead of Świątek, while the other top players also eye their chances.
Lukashenko apologized to Zelensky for Belarus' role, denied responsibility early in Russia's invasion, Zelensky says
kyivindependent.com/lukashenko-apologized-to-zelensky-for-russias-full-scale-invasion-zelensky-says/
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Irregular EU border crossings hit three-year low in 2024: Frontex: Irregular crossings into the European Union in 2024 dropped to their lowest level since 2021 ...
dailysabah.com/world/europe/irregular-eu-border-crossings-hit-three-year-low-in-2024-frontex
Aryna Sabalenka busts out her best moves at Australian Open: Sabalenka was invited to recreate a Tiktok dance routine by interviewer Jelena Dokic
gulfnews.com/sport/tennis/aryna-sabalenka-busts-out-her-best-moves-at-australian-open-1.500014777
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Naomi Osaka gets 'revenge,' ousts Karolina Muchova in second round of Australian Open
usatoday.com/story/sports/tennis/2025/01/15/2025-australian-open-highlights-naomi-osaka-defeats-karolina-muchova/77709296007/
Quick Glance: Osaka Secures Daughter's Birth Certificate Amid Wildfires
- Naomi Osaka sent someone to retrieve her 1.5-year-old daughter's birth certificate from their California home due to nearby wildfires.
- Osaka mentioned her struggle to focus between the tournament and the situation in Los Angeles, yet expressed satisfaction with her victory against Caroline Garcia.
- She does not plan to return to Los Angeles immediately after the Australian Open, prioritizing her family's safety.
- Osaka expressed her support for Los Angeles while preparing for her next match against Karolina Muchova.
World No. 1 addresses elephant in the room: World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka has spoken about how she feels being banned from playing under her country’s name or flag ...
news.com.au/sport/tennis/australian-open/why-world-no-1-aryna-sabalenka-plays-under-blue-flag-at-australian-open-2025/news-story/d5d390297ea6d9dcb620ba33304cc5f5
Aussie in tears after shock late AO twist: Australia’s top ranked female tennis player Kim Birrell was reduced to tears in her press conference after a nightmare ...
news.com.au/sport/tennis/australian-open/aussie-no-1-in-tears-after-shock-late-twist-ruins-open-opportunity/news-story/5ae253700c30da907eb4a56681b349d2
Lukashenko refuses to invite OSCE observers to upcoming election: "This decision underscores the continued lack of commitment by the Belarusian authorities ...
kyivindependent.com/lukashenko-refuses-to-invite-osce-observers-to-upcoming-election/
Unstoppable Sabalenka rallies past Kudermetova for Brisbane title: Aryna Sabalenka geared up for her title defence at the Australian Open by winning the Brisbane ...
reuters.com/sports/tennis/unstoppable-sabalenka-rallies-past-kudermetova-brisbane-title-2025-01-05/
Opinion: Fall of Putin’s Global Empire: Russia’s Waning Influence: The places around the globe where Moscow has asserted its influence are teetering precariously ...
kyivpost.com/opinion/44656
Quick Glance: Putin Promises Optimism Amid Growing Challenges
- In his New Year's Eve address, President Putin asserted that Russia is overcoming challenges, omitting issues such as the Ukraine conflict and inflation.
- He declared 2025 as the Year of the Defender of the Motherland but failed to clarify whom Russia is fighting or why.
- Despite some territorial gains in eastern Ukraine, the situation remains tense, with recruitment of new soldiers slowing down.
- The Russian economy faces increasing difficulties despite initial stability, with a slowdown in growth and persistent inflation.
Ukraine and Russia freed hundreds of prisoners of war on December 30 in a swap brokered by the United Arab Emirates. Video released by the office of the ... Show more
Biblical map posted by MFA stirs diplomatic storm: Jordanian, Palestinian outlets reject ‘fabrication of history’, denounce ‘allegations ...
jpost.com/middle-east/article-836612
Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff to battle for No. 1 ranking at Australian Open
tennis.com/news/articles/aryna-sabalenka-iga-swiatek-and-coco-gauff-to-battle-for-no-1-ranking-at-australian-open
All to know about the 2025 Australian Open: Schedule, seeds, prize money: Who are the favourites and when are the finals? Al Jazeera gives a low-down on the ...
aljazeera.com/sports/2025/1/10/all-to-know-about-the-2025-australian-open-schedule-seeds-prize-money
On asphalt we grow: the skateboarders of Ukraine: Amid the devastation in Ukraine, the photojournalist Robin Tutenges has captured how skateboarding provides a ...
theguardian.com/world/ng-interactive/2025/jan/10/skateboarders-ukraine-photo-essay
Jailed Belarus opposition figure Babaryko seen for first time in months: Viktor Babaryko was arrested in 2020 after challenging authoritarian leader Alexander ...
bbc.com/news/articles/c4gpgejel5ko
Sinner, Djokovic in opposite halves at the Australian Open, Sabalenka vs Stephens in 1st round
apnews.com/article/australian-open-tennis-djokovic-bc1c2a864e9b99c30a5fe7d727c1fc77
Aryna Sabalenka, defending Australian Open champion, features on Harper’s Bazaar Australia
hindustantimes.com/photos/sports/aryna-sabalenka-defending-australian-open-champion-features-on-harper-s-bazaar-australia-101736419965269.html
Tennis World USA Jan 10
Australian Open 2025: Sabalenka with Gauff and Zheng, Swiatek with Rybakina: The WTA No. 1 avoided both the Pole and the Kazakh
tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/WTA_Tennis/151256/australian-open-2025-sabalenka-with-gauff-and-zheng-swiatek-with-rybakina/
‘Balenciaga of Belarus’ goes viral for festive bubble wrap quirky outfits costing US$90
scmp.com/news/people-culture/article/3293176/balenciaga-belarus-goes-viral-festive-bubble-wrap-quirky-outfits-costing-us90
Tournament in Auckland: Naomi Osaka has to retire injured in first final after maternity leave
spiegel.de/sport/tennis/tennis-naomi-osaka-gibt-in-erstem-finale-nach-babypause-verletzt-auf-a-952e4488-447d-437c-a3ac-92fa2b05c654
Quick Glance: Osaka retires from Auckland final due to injury
- Naomi Osaka was forced to retire from the ASB Classic final against Clara Tauson after winning the first set 6-4 due to an abdominal injury.
- Osaka started strong, leading 5-1, but lost momentum and had to consult a physio at the set break before deciding to withdraw.
- This marks Osaka's second injury-related retirement in consecutive tournaments, following a back injury at the China Open.
- Clara Tauson secured her third career title, feeling conflicted about the match's outcome despite her victory.
At least eight Shahed UAVs flew into Belarus overnight Monday – monitoring group: On the night of January 5-6, at least eight flights of Russian Shahed kamikaze ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/3945636-at-least-eight-shahed-uavs-flew-into-belarus-overnight-monday-monitoring-group.html
Belarusian leader denies apologising to Zelenskyy: "We had nothing to apologise for"
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2025/01/6/7492227/
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Key statements from Zelensky’s interview with American podcaster Lex Fridman:
▪️Ukraine is open to a ceasefire if it is provided with weapons to repel future ... Show more
Poland pledges to seal off border with Belarus: Completing frontier wall will bring EU nation ‘as close to 100% security as possible’, says deputy migration ...
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Australian Open 2025 prize money: how much do winners of men's, women's and doubles finals earn?
reuters.com/sports/tennis/australian-open-2025-prize-money-how-much-do-winners-mens-womens-doubles-finals-2025-01-03/
CNA Jan 04
Singapore condemns New Orleans truck attack, urges citizens to stay vigilant in the US
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/new-orleans-truck-attack-new-years-shamsud-din-jabbar-terrorism-islamic-state-mfa-4837846
Catholic priest in Belarus sentenced to 11 years as crackdown on dissent continues
apnews.com/article/belarus-catholic-priest-akalatovich-sentence-lukashenko-crackdown-ce83d1c6171485d0b299f456600531d6
Lithuanian Foreign Minister calls on world to react to Lukashenko's election in Belarus
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/12/28/7491161/
With the end of Russian gas transit through Ukraine only 2 days away, Ukrainian Armed Forces appears to be setting the stage for an even further blockade of ... Show more
Russian companies are offering to smuggle cars from Europe, but at steep mark-ups of tens of thousands of euros. Russian smugglers import luxury cars from Europe despite sanctions
Belarusian leader Lukashenko pardons 20 people jailed for "extremism": Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko pardoned 20 people who were convicted of ...
reuters.com/world/europe/belarusian-leader-lukashenko-pardons-20-people-jailed-extremism-2024-12-28/
Belarusians fighting for Ukraine seek refuge in Baltics, Poland: Hundreds of Belarusians have volunteered to fight against Russia on the side of Ukraine. However ...
lrt.lt/en/news-in-english/19/2443787/belarusians-fighting-for-ukraine-seek-refuge-in-baltics-poland
T-Online Dec 26 24
"Voice of Europe" affair: AfD politician at propaganda show in Belarus: Protagonists of the "Voice of Europe" scandal make propaganda in Belarus ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/deutschland/innenpolitik/id_100553588/-voice-of-europe-affaere-afd-politiker-bei-propaganda-show-in-belarus.html
Switzerland joins EU's 15th sanctions package against Russia and restrictions on Belarus
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/12/23/7490392/
Ilya Yashin: Russia issues arrest warrant for released Kremlin critic: The Russian opposition activist was released during the prisoner exchange in August ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/ilja-jaschin-russland-erlaesst-haftbefehl-gegen-freigelassenen-kreml-kritiker-li.2284501
World No. 1 Sabalenka ready for more Slam success: BRISBANE: World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka says she is “fresh and ready to go” in her bid for a third straight ...
arabnews.com/node/2584315/sport
Lukashenko seeks to deploy 10 Russian Oreshnik missile systems in Belarus: "If the Russians want to deploy more, we will deploy more," Belarusian ...
kyivindependent.com/lukashenko-seeks-to-deploy-10-russian-oreshnik-missile-systems-in-belarus/
Belarus Weekly: EU imposes new sanctions on Belarusian officials, companies supporting regime
kyivindependent.com/belarus-weekly-eu-imposes-new-sanctions-on-belarusian-officials-companies-supporting-regime/
An altercation erupts at a high-level meeting of a Russia-dominated economic union
abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/altercation-erupts-high-level-meeting-russia-dominated-economic-117122692
CNA Dec 28 24
Singaporeans in Norway bus crash sustained 'minor injuries': MFA: The accident killed three people, local police said, adding that 58 people were impacted.
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/norway-bus-crash-accident-lofoten-lake-dead-injured-4829281
Take to streets to overthrow Lukashenko during election, Belarus’ opposition leader urges
politico.eu/article/belarus-opposition-leader-sviatlana-tsikhanouskaya-election-protests-alexander-lukashenko/
Lithuania to spend €15m to upgrade Russia border surveillance systems: Lithuania plans to use 15 million euros provided by the European Commission to upgrade ...
lrt.lt/en/news-in-english/19/2446163/lithuania-to-spend-eur15m-to-upgrade-russia-border-surveillance-systems
Russia to mass-produce new hypersonic ballistic missiles, Putin says: Moscow will begin large-scale manufacturing of Oreshnik missiles soon “to protect the ...
trib.al/qGUPFw4
Switzerland adopts more EU sanctions on Russia and Belarus: Switzerland adopted the latest EU sanctions package on Russia and Belarus, the government said on ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/12/23/switzerland-adopts-more-eu-sanctions-on-russia-and-belarus
What We Saw: How RFE/RL's Photographers Captured Their Best Photos Of 2024: From a freezing Ukrainian foxhole to the markets of Central Asia, our photographers ...
rferl.org/a/rferl-photographers-2024-best-photos/33251106.html
EU urges release of official detained in Belarus: Renew MEP says Belarus is testing the bloc’s “position and response,” and that Brussels must “send a clear ...
politico.eu/article/eu-release-official-detained-belarus-political-prisonner/
Some migrants interviewed had been forced to sign a document, whose contents they didn't not understand, and were immediately forced to leave the country ... Show more
Poland wants to be able to suspend the right to asylum: Prime Minister Donald Tusk sees refugees arriving via Belarus as a threat to his country and wants to ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/polen-fluechtlinge-belarus-grenze-asyl-li.3169688
Expert on Putin's missiles in Belarus: "NATO's counter-strike would not hit Russia"
n-tv.de/politik/Experte-zu-Putins-Raketen-in-Belarus-Der-Gegenschlag-der-NATO-wuerde-dann-nicht-Russland-treffen-article25429142.html
thedailystar.net Dec 25 24
Festive delights: Your Christmas TV lineup: Christmas, the most significant religious celebration for Christians, is being observed today. To mark the occasion ...
thedailystar.net/entertainment/tv-film/news/festive-delights-your-christmas-tv-lineup-3784191
Most read of 2024: The 25-year-old was brutally assaulted and raped while walking at night.
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Thousands march for Liza, who fled Belarus only to be raped and killed in Poland | South China Morning Post
Thousands march for Liza, who fled Belarus only to be raped and killed in Poland | South China Morning Post
Notes From Poland Dec 21 24
Der gestrige tödliche Anschlag eines saudischen Staatsbürgers auf einen Weihnachtsmarkt in Deutschland zeigt, warum das neue Gesetzespaket der polnischen ... Show more
Polish government approves tough new migration and asylum rules to “take back control” of borders | Notes From Poland
Polish government approves tough new migration and asylum rules to “take back control” of borders | Notes From Poland
Russia signs deal offering security guarantees to Belarus
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/12/07/putin-signs-security-treaty-with-belarus-including-possible-use-of-nuclear-weapons
Quick Glance: Putin Secures Nuclear Guarantees for Belarus
- Russian President Putin signed a treaty providing security guarantees to Belarus, including the potential deployment of tactical nuclear weapons.
- This agreement follows a revised nuclear doctrine that for the first time includes Belarus under Russia's nuclear umbrella.
- Lukashenko requested advanced weapons, particularly the Oreshnik missile, which Putin stated could be deployed by late 2024.
- Opposition leader Tsikhanouskaya condemned the pact as an effort by Putin to tighten control over Belarus.
Russia evacuates some Russian, Belarusian, North Korean diplomats out of Syria: A special Russian air force flight from the Hmeimim air base in Syria evacuated ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/12/16/russia-evacuates-some-russian-belarusian-north-korean-diplomats-out-of-syria
Civil society in Belarus: tireless commitment to democracy: Human rights activist Ina Rumiantseva receives the Werner Schulz Prize for her commitment ...
taz.de/Zivilgesellschaft-in-Belarus/!6054523/
CNA Dec 22 24
No Singaporeans injured in Germany Christmas market attack: MFA: SINGAPORE: There are no reports of Singaporeans directly affected or injured in an attack on a ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/germany-christmas-market-attack-no-singaporeans-injured-4821311
Pavel Latushka was Belarusian Minister of Culture. In 2020, he joined the protests against Belarusian ruler Lukashenko. He spoke to @diana_resnik about why it ... Show more
'Europa braucht einen Weckruf', warnt Ex-Kulturminister von Belarus | Euronews
'Europa braucht einen Weckruf', warnt Ex-Kulturminister von Belarus | Euronews
Putin sending Russia’s new hypersonic missiles to Belarus: The Russian leader says the missiles reduce the need for nuclear weapons amid an escalating war with ...
trib.al/qYlkLDN
351 Russian Shahed drones have entered Belarus since July: Starting from 19:00 on 11 July 2024, at least 356 drones of various types have entered Belarusian ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/12/18/7489668/
Times of Oman Dec 15 24
His Majesty holds official meeting with Belarusian President: His Majesty holds official meeting with Belarusian President
rssfeeds.timesofoman.com/article/153136-his-majesty-holds-official-meeting-with-belarusian-president
Tightening asylum laws in Poland: Tusk takes action: Poland's government has decided to no longer grant asylum to refugees arriving via Belarus ...
faz.net/aktuell/politik/ausland/asylrechtsverschaerfung-in-polen-tusk-greift-durch-110183131.html
Notes From Poland Dec 18 24
Polnische Regierung billigt strenge neue Migrations- und Asylregeln, um die "Kontrolle" über die Grenzen zurückzuerlangen
notesfrompoland.com/2024/12/18/polish-government-approves-tough-new-migration-and-asylum-rules-to-take-back-control-of-borders/
"Regain control of Poland's borders" - Tusk wants to restrict asylum rights Migration: "Regaining control over Poland's borders" - | Tusk wants to restrict the right to asylum - | WELT
Putin wants to station new nuclear missile in Belarus - test in Ukraine has already taken place
fr.de/politik/putin-russland-atomwaffen-belarus-ukraine-krieg-lukaschenko-nuklear-raketen-oreschnik-vertrag-93456400.html
Quick Glance: Putin Announces New Missile Systems for Belarus
- Russia plans to supply Oreschnik missiles to Belarus, with systems to be stationed by the end of next year.
- Foreign Minister Lavrov emphasized Russia's willingness to use all means for defense and warned against misunderstandings with the West.
- The Oreschnik missile was first used in the Ukraine conflict, while Russia reported further territorial gains in eastern Ukraine.
- Ukrainian forces unveiled a new drone with a range of up to 700 kilometers to target Russian positions.
Wave of arrests in Belarus ahead of presidential election
de.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/12/13/verhaftungswelle-in-belarus-vor-prasidentschaftswahl
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