Year: 2026

New £60m Liverpool signing Jeremy Jacquet faces a setback with a ‘serious’ injury, raising concerns over his debut season impact.

Protesters clash with police in Milan over the Winter Olympics, raising concerns about environmental impact and the displacement of local communities.

The European Commission plans a new round of sanctions against Russia, including a proposed ban on maritime services for vessels carrying Russian oil, as officials consult G7 partners. This development comes as the war nears its fourth year, impacting energy revenues and sanctions enforcement.

Lando Norris celebrated his first Formula 1 World Championship victory at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Sunday. Despite finishing third, his overall points secured the title, marking a significant milestone for the McLaren driver and the team ahead of next season.

After the Spurs win, Rio Ferdinand urges Man Utd to reconsider their transfer strategy, emphasizing the need for squad depth to compete effectively.

Nearly a quarter of LGBTQ+ citizens in the EU have experienced conversion practices, with 38% of Greek respondents most affected, according to the ILGA Europe report. Helena Dalli, former European Commissioner for Equality, condemned these practices as harmful and grounded in falsehood during a recent Council of Europe debate.

A transgender teacher faces harassment as far-right activist Tommy Robinson films them after work, highlighting ongoing threats to LGBTQ+ safety in schools.

Suspected arson and sabotage disrupted Italy’s Winter Olympics opening day, raising security concerns and casting a shadow over the festivities.

Santi Cazorla fiercely criticized an Arsenal teammate for showing up to a match reeking of alcohol, emphasizing the importance of professionalism.

European officials, including Latvia’s Prime Minister Evika Silina, have urged for accelerated negotiations on a free-trade agreement with Gulf nations to diversify trade amid US tariffs and increasing Chinese exports. Talks aim to enhance business ties and energy cooperation.