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US elections: Joe Biden set to win South Carolina Democratic primary US President Joe Biden is projected to secure victory in South Carolina’s Democratic primary, according to CBS. In a triumphant statement, President Biden vowed to make Republican Donald Trump a “loser.” This primary marks the first official Democratic party contest leading up to this year’s presidential election. With minimal competition for the Democratic nomination, President Biden is expected to achieve a resounding win in South Carolina. Reflecting on the pivotal role of South Carolina voters in breathing life into his 2020 campaign, the president expressed confidence that their support…

Imran Khan and wife Bushra Bibi jailed for illegal marriage Imran Khan and his wife have been sentenced to seven years in a Pakistani court, which declared their 2018 marriage un-Islamic and illegal. The former prime minister is already serving time for corruption and recently faced a conviction for profiting from state gifts, just a week before a general election. Imran Khan, 71, asserts that the various cases against him are politically motivated. The court, set up inside the Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, heard a complaint from Bibi’s ex-husband, alleging fraud in her marriage to Khan. The court determined that…

Chile forest fires: At least 51 dead, say officials At least 51 people have lost their lives during the deadliest forest fire on record, as reported by local authorities. The fires, in Chile’s Valparaíso region, led to President Gabriel Boric declaring a state of emergency. He said he would make “all necessary resources” available to tackle the crisis. Many affected people were vacationing in the coastal region during the summer holidays. A health alert has been put in place in Valparaíso. The ministry called for suspending elective surgeries and authorised temporary field hospitals to be set up. To address the…

Hage Geingob: Namibia’s president dies aged 82 Namibia’s President Hage Geingob has passed away while undergoing medical treatment at a hospital in the capital, Windhoek. The announcement was made by Vice-President Nangolo Mbumba, who revealed that Geingob died in the early hours of Sunday morning. Vice-President Mbumba said, “At his side was his dear wife Madame Monica Geingos and his children”. The 82-year-old leader had publicly disclosed his battle with cancer just last month, a diagnosis that had prompted his travel to the United States for treatment. It was anticipated that he would return to Namibia on February 2nd. President…

Premier League fixtures – 03 February 2024 Premier League action returns this weekend with some big matches to look forward to. Tottenham will be looking to secure all three points and close in on Arsenal in third. Manchester United face West Ham, where a win will see them leapfrog the Hammers into sixth. The biggest match of the weekend is Liverpool vs Arsenal – as league leaders Liverpool will be hoping to put more space between themselves and second-place City. A win would see the Reds go eight points clear at the top. A win for Arsenal will see them…

Lionesses to face Austria and Italy in February friendlies In February, England is set to kick off their preparations for the European Championship qualifiers with friendly matches against Austria and Italy. The European champions will compete in both internationals at Estadio Nuevo Mirador in Algeciras, located in southern Spain. Sarina Wiegman’s Lionesses are scheduled to take on Austria on Friday, 23 February, followed by a clash with Italy four days later. The qualifying phase for the 2025 European Championship is slated to commence in April, with the draw scheduled for 5 March. Wiegman said: “This will be our kick-off to…

WSL: A look at January’s WSL transfer window news The Women’s Super League (WSL) transfer window has now closed until the summer. The January window saw some big ins and outs, and eight new signings were confirmed on deadline day before the 23:00 GMT cut-off – three were made by Manchester City.  Here’s a recap of the WSL clubs and the moves they made this window.  WSL CLUBSINSOUTSArsenalEmily FoxSarah BouhaddiNoelle MaritzAston VillaNoelle MaritzLaura Blindkilde BrownBrightonMelina LoeckTaylor SmithMackenzie HawkesbyBristol CityShae Yanez Sarah StratigakisLisa EvansBenedictine HaalandChelseaNathalie BjornMayra RamirezJessie FlemingEvertonRikke MadsenNathalie BjornLiverpoolN/ANatasha FlintManchester CityPoppy PritchardTara O’HanlonLaura Blindkilde BrownJulie BlakstadDeyna CastellanosManchester UnitedN/AN/ATottenhamWang ShuangMatilda VinbergCharli…

Melissa Phillips: Brighton sack manager with club 10th in Women’s Super League Melissa Phillip has been sacked as the manager of Brighton, while the team currently holds the 10th position in the Women’s Super League. Phillips assumed the role of Brighton’s third manager for the 2022-23 season in April, successfully guiding the Seagulls to safety in the previous season. As of now, Brighton is six points ahead of the Women’s Super League (WSL) relegation zone. The decision to part ways with Phillips, according to technical director David Weir, was not made lightly but is considered crucial for the envisioned progress.…

Mirror Sport – What a shot Rash The back page of the Daily Mirror is full of praise for Marcus Rashford who scored during Manchester United’s win over Wolves also make the back page. United beat Wolves 4-3 in the latest Premier League match. Rashford opened the scoring in the first few minutes. The back page leads with news of Lewis Hamilton’s shock move to Ferrari – starting next year, also makes the back page. The paper says its ‘the biggest swoop on deadline day.’ Catch up on all the back pages here

Star Sport – Rash back on the lash The back page of Daily Star reports on Marcus Rashford scoring during Manchester United’s win over Wolves also make the back page. United beat Wolves 4-3 in the latest Premier League match. The back page leads with news of Lewis Hamilton’s shock move to Ferrari – starting next year, also makes the back page. The paper says the news has shocked the F1 world and he’ll be joining the team in 2025. The paper says the football deadline day was a ‘real damp’ but the Lewis Hamilton news was a ‘transfer sensation.’ …