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Padel has exploded in popularity up and down the United Kingdom – but the remarkable rise of this racket sport has raised lots of questions and concerns. There has been talk from some, including the legendary Novak Djokovic, that the sport of tennis is under serious threat. Others have claimed that padel is just a fad. That seems unlikely, given the level of investment that has been pumped into what is still a relatively new sport which was invented by Enrique Corcuera in Acapulco and combines elements of tennis, squash and badminton. The Lawn Tennis Association said in September: ‘Since…

Commenting on President Joe Biden’s decision to let Ukraine use US-provided long-range missiles to strike inside Russian territory, retired United States Army officer Ben Hodges said “it should have been done two years ago”. “You can see how much the Russians dread Ukraine having this capability now that can destroy [their] headquarters, logistics, artillery,” he added. For the former officer, “the Russians know they cannot win this war unless the West quits”. ‘The Russians know they cannot win this war unless the West quits’, former US Army officer says

The United States and Fiji had talks to strengthen military ties, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said during his visit to the Pacific nation on Saturday. The two nations are negotiating a Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) that will enable the US “to deploy and re-deploy forces in support of Fiji,” according to Austin. The US defense secretary added that it will help “US train with the Fijians on a more routine basis.” The US also pledged $4.9 million (€4.7 million) for Fiji’s military modernization and signed a logistics cooperation deal, the US Department of Defense said. The trip marked the first-ever…

“Hurry up. To save those who are still alive, to help those who no longer have anything.” The famous headline in Il Mattino, three days later, will reveal the immense dimension of the tragedy. And delays in rescue. On the evening of November 23, 1980, the earth trembled in Irpinia for 90 seconds, obliterating entire towns and devastating three provinces in particular (Avellino, Salerno and Potenza). The earthquake – magnitude 6.9 – hit a vast area and also caused damage in Naples, where a building collapsed. In all, almost three thousand people died. It was also a political earthquake. “The…

Today, the Commission has revealed the winners of the 2024-25 European Capital of Innovation Awards (iCapital), celebrating a decade of recognising cities that lead the way in delivering innovative solutions for their citizens. This year’s top prizes, funded under the EU research and innovation programme Horizon Europe, were awarded to the cities of Torino and Braga.   Torino showcases a comprehensive approach to experimentation and innovation, leveraging its rich history and industrial heritage to tackle both present and future urban challenges. Braga has developed a range of innovative solutions, from tech-based clusters to cultural and creative industries, and established a strong innovation ecosystem with a focus…

In tonight’s edition, a draft deal on climate finance was rejected by African nations at Cop29. Also, the Algerian Press Agency confirms that French Algerian novelist, Boualem Sansal has been arrested by Algerian authorities. And supporters of Kizza Besigye are planning a mobilization in Uganda on Monday. COP29 drags on as developing nations reject $250 bn offer

US President-elect Donald Trump announced on Friday that he is nominating Scott Bessent to serve as his next treasury secretary. The role is a key cabinet position with vast influence over economic, regulatory and international affairs. “I am most pleased to nominate Scott Bessent to serve as the 79th Secretary of the Treasury of the United States,” Trump said on his Truth Social network. “Scott is widely respected as one of the world’s foremost international investors and geopolitical and economic strategists.” Trump also announced a slew of other picks for key roles in the new administration, spanning health, infrastructure and…

Scott Bessent, founder and chief executive officer of Key Square Group LP, during an interview in Washington, DC, US, on Friday, June 7, 2024. Stefani Reynolds | Bloomberg | Getty Images President-elect Donald Trump signaled Friday his intention to nominate hedge fund executive Scott Bessent as his Treasury secretary, in a move that puts a seasoned market pro and a close Trump loyalist in a critical economic position. The founder of Key Square Group had been considered a strong favorite for the position along with a few other close contenders including former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh and private equity…

The catastrophic flooding, which mostly affected eastern Spain, began on October 29 when torrential rain battered parts of Valencia, with some areas receiving a year’s worth of rain in just eight hours. ADVERTISEMENT A massive car graveyard in Catarroja in Spain’s eastern Valencia region provides a stark reminder of the scale of October’s devastating flooding. There are many such makeshift graveyards across Valencia for wrecked cars to be stored, waiting to be taken away and scrapped. In some parts of the region, sports fields were pressed into service to store the mud-caked vehicles to keep roads clear for emergency…