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Trump’s Gulf megadeals spark questions in Arab capitals Trump’s Gulf megadeals spark questions in Arab capitals, what is going on? US President Donald Trump is promoting a series of billion-dollar investment deals with Gulf states as evidence of his global economic clout. These include AI, defence tech, and infrastructure partnerships spanning Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar. But Arab diplomats and analysts are asking: what’s actually in it for the region. Sources suggest the deals largely favour US firms and mirror Trump’s transactional view of diplomacy. Gulf leaders appear divided — some welcome the commercial boost, while others worry about…

Cliff Notes – Buttler, Bethell, Jacks set to miss IPL playoffs Jos Buttler, Jacob Bethell, and Will Jacks are likely to miss the IPL 2025 playoffs due to their inclusion in England’s ODI squad against West Indies. The ECB’s commitment for centrally-contracted players to be available for the IPL was based on the original schedule, which has now changed, causing a clash with international duties. Buttler, Bethell, Jacks set to miss IPL playoffs Matt RollerCloseMatt Roller is an assistant editor at ESPNcricinfo. He tweets at @mroller98May 13, 2025, 05:35 PMJos Buttler, Jacob Bethell and Will Jacks appear set to miss…

Cliff Notes Thames Water’s chairman, Sir Adrian Montague, publicly apologised for service disruptions but justified staff bonuses amidst significant company debt and operational challenges. Customers have experienced major service issues, including a boil water notice and a 40% increase in sewage spills, while the company is also facing a £19 billion debt. Despite the controversy over pay, Montague highlighted the need to retain staff in a competitive market, as frontline workers have limited bonus potential compared to executive incentives. Thames Water apologises to customers but defends bonuses | Money News . The chairman of the UK’s biggest water company has…

Cliff Notes – New persona announcement due this week but prepare for disappointment Atlus is set to unveil a new Persona title, but it is confirmed to be a spin-off, Persona 5: The Phantom X, rather than the long-anticipated Persona 6. Persona 5: The Phantom X is a free-to-play mobile game featuring a new Phantom Thief team, maintaining gameplay elements from Persona 5 but designed for smartphones with microtransactions. Fans are left frustrated as the announcement is perceived as a diversion from the expected Persona 6, with speculation about its reveal remaining uncertain and potentially linked to future showcases. New…

Cliff Notes – Real Madrid close to signing Trent Alexander-Arnold for CWC – sources Real Madrid is nearing a deal to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool, pending agreement on a €1 million compensation fee. The club aims to bolster its defence, targeting centre-backs and left-backs, while also considering midfield reinforcements following Toni Kroos’s retirement. Madrid is finalising Xabi Alonso as their new coach, aiming for his appointment before the Club World Cup. Real Madrid close to signing Trent Alexander-Arnold for CWC – sources Alex KirklandRodrigo FaezMay 13, 2025, 11:28 AMReal Madrid are close to confirming the signing of Trent Alexander-Arnold…

Cliff Notes Tory MP Patrick Spencer faces two counts of sexual assault related to incidents at London’s Groucho Club in August 2023, as confirmed by the Crown Prosecution Service. Following the charges, the Conservative Party has suspended Spencer and withdrawn the whip, indicating immediate action taken against him. Spencer will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on 16 June, having previously attended a voluntary police interview on 13 March regarding the allegations. Tory MP Patrick Spencer charged with sexual assaults at Groucho Club | UK News Tory MP Patrick Spencer has been charged with two counts of sexual assault at London’s…

Franco Colapinto Returns to Formula 1 with Alpine Amid Turbulence Franco Colapinto is set to make his grand prix return this weekend at the chaotic Alpine team, stepping into the race seat previously held by Jack Doohan. This marks his first race since Abu Dhabi last year, as he navigates a period of instability for the Enstone-based outfit, which has been marred by a series of leadership changes and operational challenges. Why Colapinto Will be “Stronger” at Alpine This transition comes at a tumultuous time for Alpine, but according to James Vowles, team principal of Williams, where Colapinto previously drove,…

Cliff Notes – Inside Kim Kardashian’s robbery hell which ‘shook her to the core’ as she arrives at court Nearly nine years after Kim Kardashian was robbed at gunpoint in Paris, a trial has commenced for ten suspects, with most denying involvement in the crime. The 2016 robbery resulted in the theft of over $10 million in jewellery, leaving Kardashian physically unharmed but deeply traumatized. The trial has attracted significant media attention, with almost 500 journalists accredited to cover the proceedings at Assize Court. Inside Kim Kardashian’s robbery hell which ‘shook her to the core’ as she arrives at court…

Cliff Notes – Buttler, Bethell, Jacks face club vs country dilemma Jos Buttler, Jacob Bethell, and Will Jacks may miss the IPL 2025 playoffs due to their inclusion in England’s ODI squad against West Indies. The ECB’s commitment for player availability was based on the original IPL schedule, now disrupted by the tournament’s rescheduling to June 3. Buttler, Bethell, Jacks face club vs country dilemma Jos Buttler, Jacob Bethell and Will Jacks’ availability for the rearranged IPL 2025 playoffs is in doubt after they were named in England’s ODI squad for a series against West Indies. England’s players left the…

Kim Kardashian appeared in a Paris court to confront ten defendants accused of robbing her at gunpoint in 2016, seeking to share her experience and express gratitude to the authorities.