Published: Tue, 17 May 2022 07:23:20 GMT
Pope announces promotion of 10 new saints
VATICAN CITY: While recovering from knee problems that have forced him to use a wheelchair last week, Pope Francis announced the naming of 10 new saints, presiding over the first canonization ceremony at the Vatican in over two years.While greeting priests celebrating mass, Pope Francis presided over the nearly two-hour ceremony and then stood and walked for some 15 minutes after it ended to greet dozens of car...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 11:04:40 GMT
Italy's state-owned ITA Airways to be sold by end of June
ROME, Italy: Italy has announced plans to sell state-owned ITA Airways, the successor to Alitalia, by the end of June, after setting a deadline for bidding offers of 23rd May.Addressing parliament, Economy Minister Daniele Franco said three prospective bidders for ITA Airways have been given access to the airline's financial data.The bidders are shipping group MSC, working with Germany's Lufthansa Airli...[read more]
Published: Sun, 15 May 2022 09:43:49 GMT
Croatia OKs switch to Euro in bid to increase tourism
ZAGREB, Croatia: Croatian lawmakers have voted to allow the introduction of the euro currency in 2023. Lawmakers voted 117-13 to replace the Croatian kuna with the euro on Jan. 1, 2023. Croatia became part of the European Union in 2013, but continues to have among the weakest economies in the bloc. Right-wing parties in the Croatian parliament opposed the introduction of the euro. Meanwhile, it was...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 11:17:12 GMT
Google, EU publishers agree on payments for online news
BRUSSELS, Belgium: Three years after the adoption of the landmark EU copyright rules, Google is set to pay 300 publishers across Ireland, Germany, France, and other EU countries for republishing their news. Google will also develop an app to make it simpler for publishers to sign up, offering them an extended news preview agreement that allows Google to show snippets and thumbnails of their news for a licensing ...[read more]
Published: Tue, 17 May 2022 12:37:08 GMT
Malaika Arora felicitates Milan Shah with Nation's best Entertainment industry promoter
New Delhi [India] May 17 (ANI/TPT): Recently, Bollywood Actress Malaika Arora honoured Milan Shah, a renowned entrepreneur, with an award for his hard work and skills. Milan was felicitated by Malaika and was awarded with the Nation's Best Entertainment Industry Promoter for consistently promoting the entertainment business and managing it with his management talents.
The grand award ceremony was held at Narayani Heights,...[read more]
Published: Tue, 17 May 2022 12:13:19 GMT
Canada's indigenous communities seek reparations from Elizabeth II
Elizabeth II should apologize and pay reparations for the Anglican Church's role in Canada's infamous residential school system, indigenous leaders sayCanadian indigenous leaders and survivors of the residential school system plan to raise the issue of a formal apology and reparations from Britain's Queen Elizabeth II later this week as her son and heir to the throne, Prince Charles, and his wif...[read more]
Published: Tue, 17 May 2022 09:55:38 GMT
History of Russia in 10 paintings
These Russian artists have depicted the most life-changing and dramatic events of Russia's ten centuries of existence. 1. Vasily Perov. The First Christians in Kiev (1880)The State Russian MuseumComing from the Byzantine Empire, Christianity began to spread across Russia long before the o...[read more]
Published: Tue, 17 May 2022 06:18:21 GMT
Deepika Padukone attends jury dinner at Cannes 2022 in France
Cannes [France], May 17 (ANI): Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone along with other eminent celebrities attended the jury dinner last night at Hotel Martinez in France, ahead of the Cannes Film Festival 2022, one of the prestigious film festivals.
Deepika Padukone is one of the eight jury members at the 75th edition of the Cannes Film Festival, which will be held in Cannes, France, from May 17 to May 28.
On Monday, the p...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 20:39:05 GMT
What is the Lag BaOmer pilgrimage?
The annual Lag BaOmer pilgrimage to Mount Meron in Israel - which in 2022 falls on Wednesday night, May 18 - until recently has attracted as many as half a million visitors every year. The annual gathering, which takes place at what is believed to be the gravesite of the second-century Talmudic sage Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai, is by far the la...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 19:13:32 GMT
UK govt alarmed as Abramovich accused of Chelsea sale delay
The Russian billionaire has been accused of holding up the takeover of the London football giantsThe UK government is "alarmed" at aspects of the sale of Premier League giants Chelsea which could hinder the transfer of the club from Russian owner Roman Abramovich to a consortium led by US financier Todd Boehly, according to reports.Terms for the total Pound 4.25 billion ($5.2 billion) dea...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 18:36:05 GMT
Taliban Say No Christians Live in Afghanistan; US Groups Concerned
Husain Andaryas was a religious fighter in the war against the invading Soviet army in Afghanistan in the early 1980s, but almost a year after the Soviets left, he converted to Christianity. For the next nine years, Andaryas wandered in several regional countries, suffered torture, and was finally offered a job at a church in Virginia, enabling him to migrate to the United States.Now from his home in Tennessee, ...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 16:27:18 GMT
Leipzig's Christopher Nkunku beats Robert Lewandowski to Bundesliga Player of the Season award
Berlin [Germany], May 16 (ANI): Christopher Nkunku has been voted as 2021/22 Bundesliga Player of the Season, the RB Leipzig talisman overcame the likes of Robert Lewandowski, Erling Haaland and Patrik Schick to the prize.
Nkunku was one of six different 'Player of the Month' winners over the course of the campaign. The only difference is he won the award for a single-season record four times - in October 2021, February, ...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 15:37:21 GMT
AC Milan, Inter take Serie A title race to final day
Milan [Italy], May 16 (ANI): AC Milan and Inter Milan won their respective matches on Sunday as the Serie A title race will now be decided on the final matchday.
Starting the proceedings on the day, it was AC Milan who defeated Atalanta to move one step closer to the finish line.
In an incredible atmosphere at iconic San Siro, the Rossoneri recorded a precious 2-0 victory, with Rafael Leao breaking the deadlock and Theo H...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 14:18:28 GMT
Nikhat, Manisha enter semis, confirm medals at 12th IBA Women's World Boxing C'ships
New Delhi [India], May 16 (ANI): Indian boxers Nikhat Zareen and Manisha continued their brilliant forms to secure themselves medals at the 12th edition of the IBA Women's World Boxing Championships after registering contrasting wins in their respective quarter-finals in Istanbul on Monday.
Confirming their first World Championships medals with a place in the semi-finals, Nikhat clinched a dominating 5-0 win against Engla...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 13:39:01 GMT
How corporate takeovers are fundamentally changing podcasting
At first glance, it may seem as though Big Tech can't figure out how to make money off its foray into podcasting.In early May 2022, Meta announced that it was abruptly ending Facebook's podcast integration less a year after it launched. Facebook had offered podcasters the ability to up...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 13:37:24 GMT
Novak Djokovic wins Italian Open for record-extending 38th Masters 1000 title
Rome [Italy], May 16 (ANI): Novak Djokovic on Sunday overcame Stefanos Tsitsipas by 6-0, 7-6(5) to capture a record-extending 38th ATP Masters 1000 crown at the Italian Open 2022.
The Serbian became the fifth man in the Open Era to earn 1,000 match wins when he defeated Casper Ruud in the semi-finals and he backed that up with a hard-fought display against Tsitsipas to win his first title of the season after one hour and ...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 12:37:22 GMT
Iga Swiatek wins Italian Open 2022 to claim 5th consecutive WTA title
Rome [Italy], May 16 (ANI): World No.1 Iga Swiatek won her fifth consecutive WTA Tour title on Sunday, defeating No.7 Ons Jabeur, 6-2, 6-2 to win the Italian Open 2022.
The 20-year-old Polish star successfully defended her title in Rome and extended her winning streak to 28 consecutive matches.
The victory snapped Jabeur's 11-match winning streak, which began with the Tunisian's title run at the Madrid Open.
Swiatek is ju...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 12:37:22 GMT
Paulo Dybala confirms Juventus exit at end of season
Turin [Italy], May 16 (ANI): Paulo Dybala on Sunday confirmed his departure from the Serie A giants Juventus FC at the end of the season.
The Argentina international also announced that he will make his home farewell in Turin against Lazio on Monday.
"It is difficult to find the right words to greet you," Dybala addressed fans in a statement posted to his social media paltforms. "There are so many years and so many emotio...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 11:12:05 GMT
Djokovic heats up for French Open with Italian title
The Serb is set to make his Grand Slam comeback at Roland-GarrosWorld number one Novak Djokovic picked up yet another career win on Sunday - number 1,001, for the record - in the final of the Italian Open in Rome where he triumphed over Greece's Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets (6-0 7-6(5)) at the Stadio del tennis di Roma.It was the Serb's first tournament win in six months in a year ...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 06:06:47 GMT
Pope Declares 10 New Saints, Including Dutch Priest Killed By Nazis
Vatican City - Pope Francis on Sunday declared 10 people saints of the Roman Catholic Church, including an anti-Nazi Dutch priest murdered in the Dachau concentration camp and a French hermit monk assassinated in Algeria.The 85-year-old pope, who has been using a wheelchair due to knee and leg pain, was driven to the altar at the start of the ceremony, which was attended by more than 50,000 people in St Peter's ...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 06:06:46 GMT
Latest Developments in Ukraine: May 16
For full coverage of the crisis in Ukraine, visit Flashpoint Ukraine.The latest developments in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. All times EDT: 12:45 a.m.: CNN reports that, in areas of Ukraine that Russia has occupied, e...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 05:18:17 GMT
Flawless Enea Bastianini of Gresini Racing pounces to take French glory
Le Mans [France], May 16 (ANI): For the third time this season, Enea Bastianini is a Moto GP race winner. The Gresini Racing star put in a flawless performance in front of over 110,000 spectators to come out on top of a pulsating Grand Prix de France.
The Beast capitalized on a mistake from long-time race leader Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Team) to take the maximum 25 points, while Jack Miller (Ducati Team) celebrated his s...[read more]
Published: Sun, 15 May 2022 20:36:46 GMT
Eurovision Win in Hand, Ukraine Band Releases New War Video
Turin, Italy - Ukrainian band Kalush Orchestra, fresh off its Eurovision victory, released a new music video Sunday of its winning hit 'Stefania' that features scenes of war-ravaged Ukraine and women in combat gear, as the annual song contest took on ever more political tones given Russia's war.'This is how we see Ukrainian mothers today,' Kalush frontman Oleh Psiuk said of the video, which had already racked up...[read more]
Published: Sun, 15 May 2022 18:18:21 GMT
Places where citizens can gather, pray, discuss developments shrinking in Hong Kong
Hong Kong, May 15 (ANI): A small group on Sunday gathered near an altar at the Hong Kong Government headquarters and prayed for the activists and protesters arrested in the city. But now spaces where citizens can gather, pray and discuss developments are growing scarce in Hong Kong after China imposed the new security laws.
The group which included Father Franco Mella sang "Sing Hallelujah to the Lord", nearly drowned out...[read more]
Published: Sun, 15 May 2022 16:05:11 GMT
BRI delivers mutual benefits, says Italian expert
© Provided by Xinhua The BRI is indeed a two-way traffic road, bringing logistic and commercial benefits to all its participants -- including Italy, according to Italian maritime shipping expert Marco Donati."This road, which ...[read more]
Published: Sun, 15 May 2022 15:18:28 GMT
Jason Momoa issues apology following backlash due to him clicking pictures inside Sistine Chapel
Washington [US], May 15 (ANI): Hollywood star Jason Momoa has opened up regarding the social media criticism he faced following his recent trip to the Sistine Chapel.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the 'Aquaman' actor who was in Italy for the filming of 'Fast X', had shared pictures and videos during a recent trip to the famed chapel in Vatican City on Instagram. In it, he could be seen admiring the artwork inside t...[read more]
Published: Sun, 15 May 2022 13:55:28 GMT
Pak ambassador to Italy sacked for harassing woman official
Islamabad [Pakistan], May 15 (ANI): Former Pakistan ambassador to Italy, Nadeem Riaz was sacked on Sunday for harassing a woman official in 2018.
Federal Ombudsperson for Protection against Harassment, Kashmala Tariq decided to dismiss the head of mission of the Pakistani embassy in Italy after allegations of harassment were proved, reported The Express Tribune.
Riaz, Pakistan's head of mission in Italy, was accused by Sa...[read more]
Published: Sun, 15 May 2022 06:55:38 GMT
Fantasy in Stone: The remarkable limestone cathedral at Yuryev-Polsky
Architectural historian and photographer William Brumfield explains why this early 13th-century cathedral covered with fantastic carvings is the final monument of a rich Vladimir-Suzdal culture before the Mongol invasion. Yuryev-Polsky....[read more]
Published: Sun, 15 May 2022 00:36:51 GMT
Ukraine's Kalush Orchestra Wins Eurovision Song Contest
TURIN, ITALY - Ukrainian band Kalush Orchestra won the Eurovision Song Contest in the early hours of Sunday in a clear show of support for the war-ravaged nation.The six-man band that mixes traditional folk melodies and contemporary hip hop in a purposeful defense of Ukrainian culture was the sentimental and bookmakers' favorite among the 25 bands and performers competing in the grand finale. The public vote fro...[read more]
Published: Sat, 14 May 2022 21:19:13 GMT
Novak Djokovic reaches Rome final, 1,000-win mark
Top-seeded Novak Djokovic became just the fifth men's player to win 1,000 matches in the Open Era on Saturday, when he handled fifth-seeded Norwegian Casper Ruud, 6-4, 6-3, in the semifinals of the Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome.
Djokovic, who turns 35 next week, joined Jimmy Connors (1,274), Roger Federer (1,251), Ivan Lendl (1,068) and Rafael Nadal (1,051) in the 1,000-victory club.
The Serbian will be seeking hi...[read more]
Published: Sat, 14 May 2022 21:05:07 GMT
Matteo Berrettini (hand) withdraws from French Open
World No. 8 Matteo Berrettini announced Saturday that he withdrew from the upcoming French Open as he continues his recovery from right hand surgery.
Berrettini underwent the procedure in March. Play at Roland Garros begins May 22.
"Following a very positive update from my medical team, I am now back on-court training at a high level," the Italian said on Instagram. "My hand is feeling great and I am working hard to bui...[read more]
Published: Sat, 14 May 2022 16:19:13 GMT
Iga Swiatek blasts Aryna Sabalenka in Rome for 27th straight win
World No. 1 and top-seeded Iga Swiatek won her 27th consecutive match on Saturday, defeating No. 3 seed Aryna Sabalenka 6-2, 6-1 in the semifinals of the Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome.
The 20-year-old from Poland advanced to her fifth straight WTA Tour final -- all of which she has won so far.
She will face either Ons Jabeur or Daria Kasatkina in the final on Sunday having lost only 17 games this week.
Her run of...[read more]
Published: Sat, 14 May 2022 13:18:29 GMT
Italian Open: Iga Swiatek demolishes Aryna Sabalenka to cruise into final
Rome [Italy], May 14 (ANI): World No.1 Iga Swiatek advanced to her fifth consecutive WTA Tour final on Saturday, defeating No.8 Aryna Sabalenka 6-2, 6-1 in the semifinals of the Italian Open 2022.
The polish star swept aside four-time WTA 1000 winner Sabalenka 6-2, 6-1 despite disruption to her rhythm when the Belarusian received a medical timeout at 4-1 in the second set.
World number one Swiatek defeated Sabalenka in on...[read more]
Published: Sat, 14 May 2022 12:18:21 GMT
Italian Open: Novak Djokovic downs Felix Auger-Aliassime to set semi-final clash with Casper Ruud
Rome [Italy], May 14 (ANI): World Number 1 Novak Djokovic on Friday defeated Felix Auger-Aliassime to reach the semi-final of the Italian Open 2022.
The five-time champion brushed past Felix Auger-Aliassime 7-5, 7-6 (7/1) in straight sets in a tough match at the ATP Masters 1000 event.
Djokovic and Auger-Aliassime were neck and neck until the Serb broke to lead 5-3 but the eighth seed fought back. Djokovic eventually seal...[read more]
Published: Sat, 14 May 2022 11:18:26 GMT
Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 2022 edition
Washington [US], May 14 (ANI): Tech giant Samsung has come up with a new 2022 edition of the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, which is an upgrade of the original 2020 version. The new Samsung tablet will be available in Italy as of now, accepting pre-orders on the Amazon Italy official website, with shipments starting on May 23.
Comparing the spec sheets of the original and of the 2022 edition, two major things stick out. First is the...[read more]
Published: Sat, 14 May 2022 07:55:25 GMT
Romelu Lukaku lashes out on Chelsea exit rumors before FA Cup final against Liverpool
London [UK], May 14 (ANI): Romelu Lukaku on Friday rubbished the statements from his agent in which the latter claimed that the striker wants to hold talks with Chelsea this summer over his future at the Premier League club.
Lukaku joined Chelsea in a club-record 97.5m pounds transfer from Inter Milan last summer.
The 29-year-old has struggled this season as he has scored just 15 goals in 42 games across all competitions ...[read more]
Published: Sat, 14 May 2022 06:06:42 GMT
Latest Developments in Ukraine: May 14
For full coverage of the crisis in Ukraine, visit Flashpoint Ukraine.The latest developments in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. All times EDT:2:05 a.m.: The latest intelligence update from the U.K.'s defense ministry focuses on Ukraine's Kherson Region. The Russian-imposed leaders of the...[read more]
Published: Sat, 14 May 2022 06:05:11 GMT
Actor Fred Ward, of 'Tremors,' 'The Right Stuff' Fame, Dies
NEW YORK - Fred Ward, a veteran actor who brought a gruff tenderness to tough-guy roles in such films as The Right Stuff, The Player and Tremors, has died. He was 79.Ward died Sunday, his publicist Ron Hofmann said Friday. No cause or place of death was disclosed per the family's wishes.Ward earned a Golden Globe and shared the Venice Film Festival ensemble prize for his performance in Robert Altman's Sho...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 23:19:12 GMT
Novak Djokovic reaches Rome semis, seeks 1,000th win
Top-seeded Novak Djokovic is on the doorstep of his 1,000th career ATP victory after ousting Felix Auger-Aliassime 7-5, 7-6 (1) in Friday's quarterfinals of the Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome.
Djokovic also moved into the No. 1 spot in the world rankings with the victory, supplanting Russia's Daniil Medvedev.
Djokovic converted 73.7 percent of his first-serve points while sliding past Auger-Aliassime, the eighth-se...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 20:05:25 GMT
Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka to meet in Rome semis
No. 1 seed Iga Swiatek and third seed Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus won their respective quarterfinal matches Friday at the Internazionali BNL d'Italia and are set to square off in the semifinals in Rome.
Swiatek, the world No. 1, stretched her winning streak to 26 matches by beating Canadian Bianca Andreescu 7-6 (2), 6-0. Sabalenka rallied to eliminate American Amanda Anisimova 4-6, 6-3, 6-2.
Swiatek converted all six of ...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 19:40:19 GMT
FC Cincinnati rolling with scuffling Fire up next
FC Cincinnati is now alive, well and amid the most successful stretch of its four-year MLS tenure.
Meanwhile, a promising start to the season for the Chicago Fire has turned sour.
Looking to extend its franchise-record winning streak to four games, visiting FC Cincinnati can also hand the Fire a fourth consecutive defeat on Saturday night.
After being outscored 8-4 during an 0-3-1 rut, Cincinnati (5-5-1, 16 points) now...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 18:13:13 GMT
Teen Russian karter learns punishment after Nazi salute
Artem Severiukhin made the gesture last month after victory at an event in PortugalArtem Severiukhin, the teenage Russian karting driver who was subject to widespread criticism after being accused of performing a Nazi salute on the podium after a recent race, has been disqualified from the Portuguese round of the FIA European Karting Championship after stewards determined that his gesture was in...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 15:19:07 GMT
3-time winner Connor McDavid leads Ted Lindsay Award finalists
Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid, Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews and Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi were named the finalists for the 2021-22 Ted Lindsay Award on Thursday.
The award, formerly known as the Lester B. Pearson Award, is presented annually to the most outstanding player in the league as voted by the members of the NHL Players' Association. The winner will be announced during the ...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 13:18:29 GMT
Aman to open in an iconic location in New York on 2nd August 2022
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 13 (ANI/NewsVoir): Aman is pleased to announce that the highly anticipated Aman New York will welcome its first guests on 2 August 2022.
The culmination of a monumental transformation of the iconic Crown Building in Manhattan, the 83-suite hotel and its 22 branded residences bring the peace promised by Aman's Sanskrit-derived name to the heart of New York, ushering in a new era for hospit...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 09:06:41 GMT
Hermit, Martyr and Journalist Among New Catholic Saints
VATICAN CITY - A Frenchman murdered in the desert, a Dutch priest killed in a Nazi concentration camp and an Indian lay convert are among 10 new saints being created by Pope Francis on Sunday.Tens of thousands of people from around the world are expected in St Peter's Square in the Vatican for the canonization mass, presided over by the 85-year-old pontiff.Under the rules of the Catholic Church, all 10 ha...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 06:55:25 GMT
Sharad Pawar praises Pakistan's hospitality at Eid Milan programme in Pune
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], May 13 (ANI): Addressing a gathering during the Eid-Milan programme in Pune's Kondhawa on Thursday evening, the Nationalist Congres Party (NCP) Cheif Sharad Pawar praised the commoners in Pakistan and their hospitality.
Recalling his visit to Karachi for a cricket match, he said, "I remember that we had taken our cricket team to Karachi and after finishing the match, the players told me that th...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 06:05:24 GMT
Nations Pledge Over $3B to Fight Pandemic
World leaders pledged more than $3 billion on Thursday for the global fight against the pandemic, as the United States marked a grim point in its own COVID-19 battle - and without the billions of dollars in emergency funding Biden has sought from Congress.'Today, we mark a tragic milestone here in the United States: 1 million COVID deaths,' Biden said in a prerecorded message Thursday morning to attendees of the...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 01:40:07 GMT
Madelene Sagstrom opens with 63 to lead Founders Cup
Madelene Sagstrom of Sweden fired a 9-under-par 63 to grab the first-round lead at the Cognizant Founders Cup on Thursday in Clifton, N.J.
Sagstrom birdied the first four holes, rolled in another three straight at Nos. 12-14 and finished the round with nine birdies and no bogeys at Upper Montclair Country Club. That was enough for a one-shot lead over Megan Khang.
Sagstrom, 29, has one LPGA Tour title to her name and is...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 01:18:11 GMT
Arrest of 90-yr old Hong Kong cardinal sparks outcry over Beijing's national security law
Hong Kong, May 13 (ANI): Amid rising fears that Beijing would begin instituting closer control over the church in Hong Kong, the detention of a 90-year-old retired bishop of Hong Kong cardinal Joseph Zen, prompted an immediate outcry from international human rights leaders along with calls for the government to uphold religious freedom in the city.
Shortly after the new security law in Hong Kong was implemented on June 30...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 00:19:53 GMT
Madelene Sagstrom opens with 63 to lead Cognizant Founders Cup
Madelene Sagstrom of Sweden fired a 9-under-par 63 to grab the first-round lead at the Cognizant Founders Cup on Thursday in Clifton, N.J.
Sagstrom birdied the first four holes, rolled in another three straight at Nos. 12-14 and finished the round with nine birdies and no bogeys at Upper Montclair Country Club. That was enough for a one-shot lead over Megan Khang.
Sagstrom, 29, has one LPGA Tour title to her name and is...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 00:05:08 GMT
Daria Kasatkina upsets Paula Badosa to reach Rome quarterfinals
Daria Kasatkina reached the quarterfinals of the Internazionali BNL d'Italia for the first time by recording a 6-4, 6-4 victory over second-seeded Paula Badosa of Spain on Thursday night in Rome.
Kasatkina had cracked the Round of 16 four previous times without success before delivering the breakthrough victory against Badosa in one hour, 46 minutes.
"I feel like my level is growing with every match," Kasatkina said aft...[read more]
Published: Thu, 12 May 2022 22:19:13 GMT
Denis Shapovalov stuns ailing Rafael Nadal to reach Rome quarters
Canadian Denis Shapovalov cranked out 35 winners while rallying for a 1-6, 7-5, 6-2 victory over ailing Spaniard Rafael Nadal on Thursday to reach the quarterfinals of the Internazionali BNL d'Italia in Rome.
The 13th-seeded Shapovalov won the final four games after the third-seeded Nadal began having movement issues in his surgically repaired left foot.
"I am living with an injury. My day-by-day is difficult," Nadal sa...[read more]
Published: Thu, 12 May 2022 21:18:11 GMT
EU inflation pushed by Ukraine crisis set to persist
© Provided by Xinhua Energy prices are the main culprit, analysts said, noting that the rising fuel costs have an impact on transportation and manufacturing across Europe. ROME, May 12 (Xinhua) -- The economies of Europe are facing an...[read more]
Published: Thu, 12 May 2022 20:39:21 GMT
Medical societies and health-care companies may be too close for comfort
There are three different types of organizations for doctors in Canada: ones that license doctors to be able to practise and ensure that they are competent; ones that develop programs to train family doctors and spe...[read more]
Published: Thu, 12 May 2022 19:18:34 GMT
Athletics: Several Olympic champions to headline Doha Diamond League
Doha [Qatar], May 12 (ANI): The Doha Diamond League comprising several Olympic champions is all set to start on May 13 here at the Qatar Sports Club. The Diamond League is track and field's most prestigious series sitting in the top tier of the World Athletics one-day meeting competitions. The 2022 Diamond League comprises 13 meetings, starting with the Doha event leading up to the two-day Diamond League Final in Zurich o...[read more]
Published: Thu, 12 May 2022 18:16:06 GMT
French Open warns Russian players over Putin support
Tournament Director Amelie Mauresmo's comments came ahead of the clay court showpiece later this monthA leading tennis chief has issued a warning to any Russian stars thinking of making statements in support of President Vladimir Putin at the upcoming French Open or in the media.Unlike at Wimbledon, where all Russian and Belarusian professionals have been banned this summer, the Grand Sla...[read more]
Published: Thu, 12 May 2022 18:05:15 GMT
At International Summit, Biden Urges Global Action on COVID-19
U.S. President Joe Biden on Thursday appealed to world leaders to step up efforts to respond to the next phase in the global pandemic, as the United States itself reaches a grim COVID-19 point - without the billions of dollars in emergency funding Biden has asked of Congress."Today, we mark a tragic milestone here in the United States: one million COVID deaths," Biden said in a pre-recorded message Thursday morn...[read more]
Published: Thu, 12 May 2022 16:37:16 GMT
Italian Open: Zverev, Tsitsipas, Sinner advance to QFs
Rome [Italy], May 12 (ANI): Second seed Alexander Zverev, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Jannik Sinner won their respective matches to advance to the quarter-finals of the Italian Open.
Second seed Alexander Zverev of Germany beats Alex de Minaur of Australia 6-3 7-6. With this victory, the reigning Olympic men's singles champion seals in Rome his win number 100 at Masters 1000 level.
Fourth seed Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece came...[read more]
Published: Wed, 04 May 2022 11:04:02 GMT
Egypt to store carbon dioxide in cooperation with Italian Eni
CAIRO, 4th May, 2022 (WAM) -- Tarek El Molla Egypt's Minister of Petroleum & Mineral Resources Tarek El Molla announced a project to capture and store carbon dioxide in the Meleiha field, in cooperation with the Italian company Eni, at an investment cost of $25 million to capture and store between 25,000 and ...[read more]
Published: Fri, 25 Mar 2022 16:55:31 GMT
Expo Centre Sharjah, Italian delegation discuss promoting participation in WJMES 2022
SHARJAH, 25th March, 2022 (WAM) -- Expo Centre Sharjah discussed with an Italian delegation participating at the 49th edition of Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show 2022 (WJMES) ways to enhance cooperation between the two sides, develop prospects for joint work, and exchange experiences on the best organisatio...[read more]
Published: Tue, 17 May 2022 12:41:06 GMT
Medvedev coach states French Open aims
The Russian world number two is set to line up at Roland-Garros after recovering from surgery
Daniil Medvedev should target a run to the French Open last eight at the very least after stepping up his comeback from a hernia operation, the Russian's coach Gilles Cervara has said.
The world number two returns to c...[read more]
Published: Tue, 17 May 2022 12:35:11 GMT
Major EU economy hit with surging energy costs
Prices for imported energy in Italy have soared more than 70% year-on-year
The price of imported energy in Italy rose in March by 72.5% on a yearly basis, the National Institute of Statistics (ISTAT) reported on Tuesday. Data showed that the increase in energy prices accelerated by 5.6% compared to February.
It...[read more]
Published: Tue, 17 May 2022 10:38:18 GMT
Is Abramovich's Chelsea sale really 'in jeopardy'?
Reports have claimed that Roman Abramovich and the UK government are at loggerheads over the sale of Chelsea - how serious is it?
Just when Chelsea fans thought a takeover deal for the club was edging towards a conclusion, reports this week have claimed that the process is in danger due to disagreements between the UK...[read more]
Published: Tue, 17 May 2022 06:08:10 GMT
Ukrainian fighters 'evacuated from steel plant in Mariupol'
Ukraine's military said on Tuesday it was working to evacuate all remaining troops from their last stronghold in the besieged port of Mariupol, ceding control of the city to Russia after months of bombardment. The evacuation likely marked the end of the longest and bloodiest battle of the Ukraine war and a significant defeat for Ukraine. Mariupol is now in ruins after a Russian siege that Ukraine says killed tens of th...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 22:37:06 GMT
Live: Ukrainian fighters 'evacuated from steel plant in Mariupol'
The force holed up in the last Ukrainian stronghold in the besieged port of Mariupol began evacuating on Monday, appearing to cede control of the city to Russia after months of bombardment. Five buses carrying troops from the Azovstal steelworks arrived in the Russian-controlled town of Novoazovsk late on Monday, some 32 kilometres to the east, a Reuters witness said. All times are Paris time (GMT+2)....[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 21:09:29 GMT
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Scram And ADV - Spied Together
Royal Enfield is right in the middle of modernizing its entire product portfolio. After getting the Meteor up and running, the retro-classic specialist has turned its attention to renovating the Himalayan adventure tourer. RE is also busy developing a new variant of its 350 cc family in the form of Hunter 350.New Royal Enfield Himalayan 450Pre-series prototypes of next gen Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 have...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 16:35:19 GMT
UK govt 'alarmed' as Abramovich accused of Chelsea sale delay
The Russian billionaire has been accused of holding up the takeover of the London football giants
The UK government is "alarmed" at aspects of the sale of Premier League giants Chelsea which could hinder the transfer of the club from Russian owner Roman Abramovich to a consortium led by US financier Todd Boeh...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 15:29:10 GMT
Financial woes rising in EU following sanctions on Russia - polls
More than half of Germans say their finances are in decline
New polling suggests an increasingly bleak state of personal finance for Germans in the face of sanctions against Russia. The trend is echoed, albeit less severely, in France and Spain as the EU struggles to rearrange its economy in order to punish Moscow.&nb...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 14:36:25 GMT
Djokovic shares thoughts on Wimbledon boycott talk
The London tennis showpiece has been criticized for its ban on Russian and Belarusian players
World number one Novak Djokovic has played down suggestions that tennis stars could boycott Wimbledon this summer over the tournament's decision to ban Russian and Belarusian players.
Djokovic has been among the bigges...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 13:37:06 GMT
Live: Sweden to apply for NATO membership says PM
Sweden will apply for membership in NATO as a deterrent against Russian aggression, Swedish Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson said Monday in a historic reversal of the country's decades-long military non-alignment. All times are Paris time (GMT+2).3:16pm: Sweden to apply for NATO membership says PMSweden will apply for membership in NATO as a deterrent against Russian aggression, Swedish Prime M...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 10:53:44 GMT
Djokovic heats up for French Open with Italian title (VIDEO)
The Serb is set to make his Grand Slam comeback at Roland-Garros
World number one Novak Djokovic picked up yet another career win on Sunday - number 1,001, for the record - in the final of the Italian Open in Rome where he triumphed over Greece's Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets (6-0 7-6(5)) at the S...[read more]
Published: Mon, 16 May 2022 06:08:07 GMT
Live: Russian assets of France's Renault now state property
Russian assets of French car maker Renault have become state property, the industry and trade ministry said on Monday, as foreign companies leave the country amid Moscow's military campaign in Ukraine. Follow FRANCE 24's liveblog for all the latest developments. All times are Paris time (GMT+2).7:42am: Sweden, Finland NATO membership would increase Baltic security, Estonia saysSweden and Finland ...[read more]
Published: Sun, 15 May 2022 21:09:15 GMT
Yamaha R15 V4, Aerox 155 MotoGP Editions Discontinued - Sold Out
Yamaha had launched the MotoGP Editions for five of its two wheelers last year - R15, Aerox, MT15, FZ25 and RayZR. These were cosmetic enhancements done for a limited run. Most popular among them was the Aerox 155 MotoGP Edition priced at Rs. 1.30 lakh and YZF R15M MotoGP Edition priced at Rs 1.79 lakh. These were the prices at the time of launch last year, ex-sh.Yamaha had priced the MotoGP Editions at an attra...[read more]
Published: Sun, 15 May 2022 12:08:05 GMT
Live: Finland formally confirms NATO membership bid
The Finnish government officially announced Sunday its intention to join NATO while Sweden's ruling party holds a decisive meeting that could pave the way for a joint application as the alliance military alliance heads for a historic enlargement prompted by Russia's war on Ukraine. Follow FRANCE 24's live blog for all the latest developments. All times are Paris time (GMT+2).1:23pm: Finland makes his...[read more]
Published: Sun, 15 May 2022 10:37:06 GMT
Live: Finland confirms will apply for NATO membership
The Finnish government officially announced Sunday its intention to join NATO while Sweden's ruling party holds a decisive meeting that could pave the way for a joint application as the alliance military alliance heads for a historic enlargement prompted by Russia's war on Ukraine. Follow FRANCE 24's live blog for all the latest developments. All times are Paris time (GMT+2).12:17pm: Finland's President Saul...[read more]
Published: Sun, 15 May 2022 10:26:44 GMT
Djokovic claims 1,000th career win at Italian Open
The world number one triumphed in his semi-final match in Rome on Saturday
Novak Djokovic said that he was "blessed and privileged" to have recorded his 1,000th Test-level career win with his straight sets win against Norway's Casper Ruud in the Italian Open semi-final in Rome on Saturday. ...[read more]
Published: Sun, 15 May 2022 00:55:34 GMT
Ukraine wins Eurovision Song Contest
President Zelensky hopes to "one day" host the song contest in Mariupol, currently controlled by Russia
Ukraine's Kalush Orchestra has won the Eurovision Song Contest 2022, after making a plea on stage to help save Ukrainian fighters holed up in Mariupol, and receiving landslide support from the European public in a p...[read more]
Published: Sun, 15 May 2022 00:55:34 GMT
Ukraine wins Eurovision
President Zelensky hopes to "one day" host the song contest in Mariupol, currently controlled by Russia
Kalush Orchestra music band has won the Eurovision Song Contest 2022, after making a plea from stage to help save Ukrainian fighters holed up in Mariupol, and receiving landslide support from European public in phon...[read more]
Published: Sat, 14 May 2022 19:28:31 GMT
Abramovich era ends in FA Cup penalties heartbreak
Chelsea lost the FA Cup final 6-5 on penalties to Liverpool at Wembley
Chelsea failed to send outgoing owner Roman Abramovich off with another piece of silverware after losing to Liverpool in the FA Cup final on Saturday.
After two hours of scoreless action through regular and extra time, which was a record for...[read more]
Published: Sat, 14 May 2022 18:08:06 GMT
Eurovision: With Russia excluded, Ukraine wins the political contest
Italy will host the final of the 66th Eurovision Song Contest on Saturday evening with one country notably absent: Russia was excluded from the competition in February following its invasion of Ukraine. Despite the competition organisers' insistence that the contest is a non-political event, the conflict in Europe looks set to dominate the public vote.Bets are already being placed on the results of the 2022 ...[read more]
Published: Sat, 14 May 2022 14:48:41 GMT
Djokovic holds on to number one ranking
The Serb achieved this by beating Felix Auger-Aliassime at the Italian Open
World tennis number one Novak Djokovic kept his top ranking on the ATP men's tour after beating Felix Auger-Aliassime at the Italian Open.
Djokovic was at risk of Daniil Medvedev replacing him at the summit again if he didn't advance to...[read more]
Published: Sat, 14 May 2022 14:45:58 GMT
France denies Ukrainian claims
President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed French leader Emmanuel Macron urged him to up give up some sovereignty to end the conflict with Russia
French President Emmanuel Macron has "never" asked Volodymyr Zelensky to make territorial concessions to end the ongoing conflict with Russia, contrary to statements by t...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 18:16:07 GMT
Swiatek racks up 26th straight win to reach last four at Italian Open
World number one Iga Swiatek notched up her 26th consecutive win on Friday to advance to the semi-final of the Italian Open in Rome.The 20-year-old Pole beat Bianca Andreescu 7-6, 6-0 to move a step closer to emulating Serena Williams run of 27 straight wins in 2015.In a see-saw opening set, Swiatek took a 2-0 lead before Andreescu won three on the trot herself.In the tiebreak at 6-6, Swiatek surge...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 14:37:23 GMT
Chelsea eye silverware for Abramovich swansong
Chelsea are hoping to sign off from the Abramovich era with yet another title
As the Roman Abramovich era in West London winds down, Chelsea will be hoping they can deliver one final piece of silverware to their outgoing owner when they take on Liverpool in Saturday's FA Cup final.
The Premier League giants,&nb...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 12:16:11 GMT
Russia accused of food theft as G7 seeks to unblock Ukraine ports
Russia is being accused of large-scale grain theft as top diplomats from the Group of Seven wealthy nations gather in northern Germany for three days of talks on the global impact of the Ukraine war on food and energy prices."This is an especially repugnant form of war that Russia is leading," German Agriculture Minister Cem Oezdemir said on Friday at the start of the meeting in Stuttgart.Colleagues from ...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 10:37:09 GMT
Live: EU pledges extra 500 million in military aid to Ukraine
The European Union on Friday pledged an additional €500 million worth of military aid for Ukraine at a meeting of G7 industrialised nations in northern Germany. The extra aid came as fighting between Russian and Ukrainian forces intensified around the northeastern city of Kharkiv. Follow FRANCE 24's live blog for all the latest developments. All times are Paris time (GMT+2).10:43am: UN to set up inquiry...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 08:34:15 GMT
Nadal foot injury fuels French Open fears
The Spaniard struggled badly as he went down to defeat at the Italian Open
Rafael Nadal admitted he is "living with an injury" as the Spaniard limped his way towards defeat against Denis Shapovalov in Rome, triggering concerns that the 13-time French Open winner will not be fully fit for the start of the tour...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 06:16:07 GMT
Spring tourism in Paris blossoms despite pandemic, Ukraine conflict
France is enjoying a spring renaissance for its tourism industry, particularly in Paris. The City of Light saw a huge influx of visitors for the April Easter break, a trend that tourism officials say is happily continuing.International tourist arrivals worldwide have more than doubled, up 130 percent in January 2022 on the same period last year, according to the latest UN World Tourism Organisation figures....[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 06:08:10 GMT
EU to help break blockade on Ukraine's Odesa to free up grain exports
The European Commission said Thursday it would help Ukraine break the Russian blockade on the port city of Odesa, where thousands of tonnes of grain destined for the global market remains trapped. UN and EU officials have warned that Russia's continuing siege of the southern port risks causing a global food crisis.Thursday's live blog is now closed, but coverage on France24.com continues. Click ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 12 May 2022 18:16:13 GMT
Zverev, Tsitsipas and Swiatek reach last eight in Rome
Second seed Alexander Zverev and fourth seed Stefanos Tsitsipas both advanced on Thursday to the quarter-finals at the Rome Masters while the women's top seed Iga Swiatek racked up her 25th consecutive win.Zverev saw off the unseeded Australian Alex de Minaur 7-6, 6-3 while for the second day in a row, Tsitsipas needed three sets to overcome an adversary.On Wednesday, Tsitsipas saved a match point on two ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 12 May 2022 12:29:26 GMT
Chelsea unveil crypto deal as club usher in post-Abramovich era
WhaleFin will become the west Londoners' shirt sleeve sponsor
Chelsea have unveiled a new sponsorship deal with cryptocurrency group WhaleFin worth a reported Pound 20 million ($24.4 million) per year despite sanctions imposed on the club by the UK government.
Sky News first ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 12 May 2022 00:38:38 GMT
West pondering 'oil buyers club' to pressure OPEC
Italy's Mario Draghi proposed a "cartel of buyers" to US President Joe Biden as a way to deal with OPEC
Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi said on Wednesday that he discussed setting up a "cartel" of oil buyers in order to persuade the OPEC countries to produce more oil, as well as imposing price cap...[read more]
Published: Tue, 10 May 2022 21:46:56 GMT
Multiple Russian governors resign
All the newly resigned governors would have seen their mandates expire in September
Five Russian governors announced their resignation in one day on Tuesday. All of them would have seen their mandates expire later this year ahead of the regional elections scheduled for September 11, Russia's national voting day in 202...[read more]
Published: Sat, 14 May 2022 11:58:08 GMT
Scouting Bengals CFA Class Of 2022
Geoff Hobson On Friday the Bengals released their list of 16 college free agents they signed after the draft. Here's a capsule look along with observations from the scouts:LS CAL ADOMITIS, Pittsburgh 6-2 235Only long snapper invited to NFL scouting combine ... Patrick Mannelly Award winner as college football's top long snapper ...Long and short snapped in all 64 games from 2017-20...[read more]
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022 09:26:18 GMT
Rookies, Return Men and SOS | S.S. Mailbag
Tampa Bay BuccaneersThis week, Buccaneers fans have questions about Zyon McCollum's rookie-year potential, the difficulty of Tampa Bay's 2022 schedule and moreScott Smith The 2022 NFL Draft is in the books and with it goes the last great wave of roster additions across the league. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' offseason roster currently stands at 76 players and will be right up against the 90-man limit as ...[read more]
Published: Tue, 17 May 2022 11:15:02 GMT
Is Abramovich's Chelsea sale really in jeopardy
Reports have claimed that Roman Abramovich and the UK government are at loggerheads over the sale of Chelsea ? how serious is it?Just when Chelsea fans thought a takeover deal for the club was edging towards a conclusion, reports this week have claimed that the process is in danger due to disagreements between the UK government and Roman Abramovich.Some sources have even claimed that the ...[read more]
Published: Tue, 17 May 2022 10:18:02 GMT
Latest count of confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide at 1000 GMT, May 17
BEIJING, May 17 (Xinhua) -- The following are the latest updates on the COVID-19 global confirmed cases in hardest-hit countries by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering at Johns Hopkins University at 1000 GMT, May 17. Country Confirmed Cases World 522,073,001 U.S. 82,613,620 India 43,125,370 Brazil 30,701,900 France 29,381,085 Germany 25,818,405 Britain ...[read more]
Published: Tue, 17 May 2022 05:30:01 GMT
Latest count of confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide at 0500 GMT, May 17
BEIJING, May 17 (Xinhua) -- The following are the latest updates on the COVID-19 global confirmed cases in hardest-hit countries by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering at Johns Hopkins University at 0500 GMT, May 17. Country Confirmed Cases World 522,070,531 U.S. 82,613,620 India 43,125,370 Brazil 30,701,900 France 29,381,085 Germany 25,818,405 Britain ...[read more]
Published: Tue, 17 May 2022 01:05:02 GMT
Men's football U17 Euro 2022 finals kick off in Israel
JERUSALEM, May 16 (Xinhua) -- The men's 2022 UEFA European U-17 Championship kicked off in Israel on Monday. The annual Euro finals thus resumed after the 2020 and 2021 tournaments had been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The current tournament, played across five Israeli stadiums, includes 16 teams divided into four groups, with two teams from each group advancing to the quarter finals. In ...[read more]
Published: Tue, 17 May 2022 00:30:01 GMT
Latest count of confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide at 0000 GMT, May 17
BEIJING, May 17 (Xinhua) -- The following are the latest updates on the COVID-19 global confirmed cases in hardest-hit countries by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering at Johns Hopkins University at 0000 GMT, May 17. Country Confirmed Cases World 521,798,977 U.S. 82,597,857 India 43,123,801 Brazil 30,701,900 France 29,383,661 Germany 25,732,153 Britain ...[read more]