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Tory WhatsApps about Sunak’s ‘willy waving’ completely miss the point on the ECHR
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Tory WhatsApps about Sunak’s ‘willy waving’ completely miss the point on the ECHR
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Istanbul to host 2027 European Games: Istanbul has been unanimously chosen as the host for the fourth European Games in 2027, the European Olympic Committees ...
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Istanbul to host 2027 European Games
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England fans torn over new shirt as one woman says 'burn' Nike design: England fans outside Wembley have given their view on the new England shirt ...
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England fans torn over new shirt as one woman says 'burn' Nike design
Quick Glance: Nike Sparks Controversy with New England Soccer Kit
  • Nike unveiled the England soccer team's new kits for the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament, sparking controversy over one detail that has led to calls for change.

  • The change in colors of the St. George Cross on the new football kit caused uproar among fans, leading to calls to boycott the sports manufacturer and criticism from politicians.

  • Political figures like Prime Minister Sunak and Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer expressed criticism towards the design changes, while fans on social media showed both support and opposition to the new kit.

  • Reactions to the new England soccer kit varied from demands to revert the changes to questioning whether the debate was exaggerated in light of other pressing issues. Political leaders like Keir Starmer and Emily Thornberry also voiced their disapproval of the design alterations.
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13,000 jobs: Scholz and Habeck open new gigafactory on the North Sea: Europe secures a key technology with the Northvolt battery factory in the hope of being ...
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13,000 jobs: Scholz and Habeck open new gigafactory on the North Sea
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Olympics 2024: Opening ceremony without athletes from Russia and Belarus: The participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in the Summer Olympics in Paris is ...
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Olympics 2024: Opening ceremony without athletes from Russia and Belarus
Quick Glance: IOC Excludes Russians from Olympic Parade
  • Russian athletes are allowed to participate as neutral athletes at the Olympic Games in Paris, but are not permitted to attend the opening ceremony.

  • Athletes from Russia and Belarus are also excluded from the opening parade due to the Russian war in Ukraine.

  • Participants from these countries must compete under a neutral flag, are not allowed to display national symbols, and undergo strict scrutiny to ensure no connections to the army or security agencies.

  • The Russian Olympic Committee is suspended, and Russian politicians and top sports officials have no access to the Olympic competitions.
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U.S. Falls Out of Top 20 Happiest Countries for the First Time Ever: For the first time in the World Happiness Report’s dozen-year history, the U.S ...
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U.S. Falls Out of Top 20 Happiest Countries for the First Time Ever
Quick Glance: New Report: Kenya Ranks 114th in Happiness Index
  • For the seventh consecutive year, Finland has secured the title of the world's happiest country, with Kenya ranking 114th out of a total of 143 countries. Conversely, Afghanistan finds itself at the bottom of the ranking as the unhappiest nation.

  • The latest findings were unveiled on March 20, 2024, coinciding with the International Day of Happiness.

  • This annual report relies on six key factors, encompassing social support, income, health, freedom, generosity, and absence of corruption. The economic dimension serves as a pivotal gauge for happiness levels across different nations.

  • Attaining happiness is contingent on various elements like career progression and tackling specific challenges. The United Nations advocates for a harmonized economic growth strategy that fosters happiness and well-being for all.
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A multi-coloured England flag is the least of our worries: The row centred on Nike altering the cross using purple and blue horizontal stripes in what it called ...
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A multi-coloured England flag is the least of our worries
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Budget watchdog warns US could suffer market shock over national debt: Congressional Budget Office (CBO) Director Phillip Swagel warned the United States could ...
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Budget watchdog warns US could suffer market shock over national debt
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Sven-Goran Eriksson’s Liverpool ovation at Anfield restored my faith in football: Eriksson stood beside Gerrard as ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ plays out at ...
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Quick Glance: Sven-Goran Eriksson fulfills dream managing Liverpool FC
  • Sven-Goran Eriksson fulfilled a lifelong dream by managing Liverpool FC, expressing emotions and tears.

  • Leading the Liverpool Legends team to victory against Ajax at a charity match in Anfield.

  • Eriksson was touched by the support from fans, players, and the overall experience.

  • The game ended with a record attendance of around 60,000 and a fundraising effort for charitable causes.
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Will Paris really host the first gender-equal Games?: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced it had achieved full gender parity for the first time ...
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Will Paris really host the first gender-equal Games?
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Poland: Russia violates NATO airspace in attack on Ukraine: A Russian cruise missile has entered Polish airspace after Russia launched a major attack on the ...
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Poland: Russia violates NATO airspace in attack on Ukraine
Quick Glance: Russia Violates Polish Airspace and Launches Massive Air Strikes
  • A Russian cruise missile violated Polish airspace near Western Ukraine.

  • Poland activates air force after another airspace violation by Russian missile.

  • Massive Russian air strikes on Kyiv and Western Ukraine cause damage to infrastructure.

  • Ukrainian army intercepts Russian attacks, despite damages to heating and power grids.
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Pakistan: Mohammad Amir comes out of retirement, makes himself available for T20 World Cup - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: Decision by Mohammad Amir to Return to Cricket
  • Cricketer Mohammad Amir has announced his readiness to represent Pakistan in the upcoming 2024 T20 World Cup after withdrawing his retirement following constructive discussions with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

  • Having ended his international career in 2020 due to disputes with the PCB management at the time, Amir is now back in contention for selection.

  • Following an impressive performance in the ninth season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), where Amir demonstrated his prowess as an experienced fast bowler, particularly excelling with the new ball and in the death overs, speculation has arisen among fans regarding the 31-year-old's potential comeback to international cricket as the 2024 T20 World Cup approaches.

  • Despite consistently stating his lack of intention to return to international cricket, Amir has reversed his retirement decision and is expected to be included in the squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup.
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I’ve done very well, says Rishi Sunak at select committee grilling: Normally when a select committee hearing or interview is described as ‘wide-ranging’ ...
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I’ve done very well, says Rishi Sunak at select committee grilling
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Australia selects BAE to build nuclear powered submarines: SSN-AUKUS will be one of the largest, most powerful and advanced attack submarines ever operated by ...
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Australia selects BAE to build nuclear powered submarines
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I couldn’t care less about woke flags – the England shirt is an outrageous price: Fans can get a return flight to Euro 2024 this summer at the same cost
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I couldn’t care less about woke flags – the England shirt is an outrageous ...
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Mana College students raise tens of thousands for school's first Europe trip: A Porirua high school has raised more than $72,000 towards a trip to Europe - the ...
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UK backs UN resolution calling for Ramadan ceasefire in Gaza - but Israel angry at US for not blocking it
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UK backs UN resolution calling for Ramadan ceasefire in Gaza - but Israel ...
Quick Glance: UN Demand for Gaza Cease-Fire Sparks US-Israel Clash
  • The UN Security Council demands a Gaza cease-fire, leading the US to abstain, causing tension with Israel.

  • The resolution calls for hostage release without making it a condition for the Ramadan cease-fire.

  • US abstains due to lack of Hamas condemnation, emphasizing the link between cease-fire and hostage release.

  • Concerns raised over resolution's impact on negotiations and importance of a lasting cease-fire are highlighted.
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Scandi happy people laughing: Northern Europeans are the most joyful folk in the world
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Scandi happy people laughing: Northern Europeans are the most joyful folk ...
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Italy opens highest Tibetan bridge in Europe: Tibetan bridge located midway between cties of Foligno and Spoleto. A new Tibetan bridge ...
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Italy opens highest Tibetan bridge in Europe
Quick Glance: Italy Inaugurates Europe's Highest Tibetan Bridge
  • A new Tibetan bridge, touted as the tallest in Europe, was inaugurated over the Vigi valley in central Italy's Umbria on Saturday.

  • Suspended 175 meters above the valley floor, the structure spans over 517 meters and includes 1,023 steps.

  • Adventurous visitors need between half an hour and 45 minutes to cross the suspension bridge linking the villages of Sellano and Montesanto.

  • The bridge will be open continuously in both summer and winter. Entrance tickets priced at €25 can be purchased online by selecting a time slot.
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British Museum names new director as it tries to get over a rocky patch: The British Museum has appointed National Portrait Gallery chief Nicholas Cullinan as ...
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British Museum names new director as it tries to get over a rocky patch
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Starmer promises to revive levelling up, praising Boris Johnson for the policy: Launching Labour's local election campaign in the West Midlands ...
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Starmer promises to revive levelling up, praising Boris Johnson for the ...
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Discussion in the defense committee: Great Britain could probably not fight Russia alone for more than two months
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Discussion in the defense committee: Great Britain could probably not ...
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UK to give details of cyber security threat it says is posed by China : On Monday (Mar 25), the United Kingdom (UK) is all set to give details of a cyber ...
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UK to give details of cyber security threat it says is posed by China
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Latest politics news as Rishi Sunak forced into mini-reshuffle as more Tory ministers resign
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Latest politics news as Rishi Sunak forced into mini-reshuffle as more ...
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European Sleeper night train service Brussels-Berlin extends to Prague from 25 March
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European Sleeper night train service Brussels-Berlin extends to Prague ...
Quick Glance: New Connection: Brussels-Berlin-Prague with European Sleeper
  • The Belgo-Dutch company European Sleeper is expanding its night train service to Prague.

  • The extension to Prague comes after the successful launch of the route from Brussels to Berlin.

  • As part of an effort to revive night trains in Europe, European Sleeper focuses on sustainable and integrated transportation solutions.

  • The new connection from Brussels, Dresden, and Prague offers seats starting at €49 and shared compartment couchettes from €79.
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'Bigger scandal' of England kit is price says football writer: England's new home kit by Nike has been at the centre of controversy with the colour of the St ...
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'Bigger scandal' of England kit is price says football writer
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A Third ‘Downton Abbey’ Movie Is Coming, Imelda Staunton Says: Imelda Staunton, who played Queen Mary’s lady-in-waiting in the first two films ...
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A Third ‘Downton Abbey’ Movie Is Coming, Imelda Staunton Says
Quick Glance: Imelda Staunton Reveals Plans for Third 'Downton Abbey' Movie
  • Imelda Staunton, known for portraying Queen Mary’s lady-in-waiting in the first two films, disclosed the upcoming movie as the 'concluding' chapter of the cherished series.

  • Following six TV seasons and two films, the Crawleys are set to make a return for a potential final installment.

  • Facing challenges including heartbreak, abandoned altars, and personal health setbacks, the Crawleys have navigated through various trials.

  • The transition of 'Downton Abbey' to the big screen occurred in 2019 after its successful television run.
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Julian Assange gets temporary reprieve as he fights extradition to US: The WikiLeaks founder could face a full appeal hearing in May to consider his legal ...
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Julian Assange gets temporary reprieve as he fights extradition to US
Quick Glance: Julian Assange: UK Court Delays US Extradition
  • A British court ruled that Julian Assange cannot be extradited to the United States unless U.S. authorities guarantee he won't face the death penalty.

  • Assange will remain in London's Belmarsh Prison as the legal battle continues.

  • Judges emphasized the need for Assange to receive the same protections as a U.S. citizen and to be spared from the death penalty.

  • The U.S. Justice Department declined to comment, while Assange's supporters argue for his rights as a journalist under the First Amendment.