Rafael Nadal on Thursday withdrew from the French Open because his hip injury has not healed and said he expects 2024 to be his final year in professional tennis. “It’s not a decision I’m taking, it’s a decision my body is taking,” said the 36-year-old Spanish player, who has played at the claycourt major every … Continue reading French Open: Rafael Nadal, 14-time champion, pulls out of tournament due to injury
Day: May 18, 2023
Arsenal goalkeeper Ramsdale signs new Gunners deal
England goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale has signed a new "long-term" contract with Arsenal, the Premier League giants announced Thursday. The 25-year-old has become a mainstay at the Emirates since he joined the north London club from Sheffield United in 2021. His current contract was due to expire in 2025 and, while Arsenal have not disclosed the … Continue reading Arsenal goalkeeper Ramsdale signs new Gunners deal
COPYRIGHT LAWSUIT: Ed Sheeran cleared from alleged use of Marvin Gaye’s lyrics
British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran on Tuesday beat a second copyright lawsuit in federal court in Manhattan over similarities between his hit ‘Thinking Out Loud’ and Marvin Gaye’s ‘Let’s Get It On.’ District Judge Louis Stanton dismissed the case brought by Structured Asset Sales LLC (SAS), ruling that the parts of ‘Let’s Get It On’ Sheeran was accused … Continue reading COPYRIGHT LAWSUIT: Ed Sheeran cleared from alleged use of Marvin Gaye’s lyrics
Italy floods claim many lives, displaces thousands
The historic centre of Lugo, outside Ravenna was among the cities with the worst flooding More than 20 rivers have burst their banks in Italy, leaving 13 people dead and forcing thousands from their homes after six months' rainfall fell in a day and a half. More bodies were found on Thursday after almost every … Continue reading Italy floods claim many lives, displaces thousands
World Bank suspends $1bn worth of project funding in DR Congo
The World Bank has suspended funding for humanitarian and development projects in Democratic Republic of Congo worth more than 1 billion U.S. dollars after the government dissolved the project fund without warning, the lender said. The suspension will affect more than 600,000 beneficiaries, including victims of sexual violence, the World Bank told DR Congo's finance … Continue reading World Bank suspends $1bn worth of project funding in DR Congo
Thailand’s Move Forward Party forms 8-party coalition
Pita Limjaroenrat, leader of Thailand's Move Forward Party, during a news conference in Bangkok, Thailand, May 18, 2023. /CFP Pita Limjaroenrat, the leader of the Move Forward Party that won Thailand's election this week, officially announced the formation of an eight-party coalition government on Thursday, with a combined 313 seats, according to local broadcaster Thai … Continue reading Thailand’s Move Forward Party forms 8-party coalition
UN General Assembly declares Nov. 26 as World Sustainable Transport Day
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution on Tuesday to designate November 26 every year as World Sustainable Transport Day. The resolution invites all UN member states, organizations of the UN system, international and regional organizations and civil society to mark World Sustainable Transport Day by means of education and … Continue reading UN General Assembly declares Nov. 26 as World Sustainable Transport Day
Death of Black Americans reach record-high level in two decades
Black population in the U.S. experienced more than 1.63 million excess deaths and more than 80 million excess years of life lost, when compared with the White population over the last two decades, according to a new study published on Tuesday. After a period of progress in reducing disparities, improvements stalled, and differences between the … Continue reading Death of Black Americans reach record-high level in two decades
Voters go to polls in Thailand’s general election
Photo by Suraphat Nuea-on on Pexels.com Thai voters began heading to the polling stations on Sunday morning in the Southeast Asian country's general election. The polls started at 8:00 a.m. (0100 GMT) and will continue until 5:00 p.m. local time (1000 GMT) on Sunday. More than 52 million Thai citizens are eligible to vote in … Continue reading Voters go to polls in Thailand’s general election
POLITICAL SATIRE: How Writers Shape the World
Photo by Lisa Fotios on Pexels.com The distinguished Nigerian writer Wole Soyinka in 2021 published his first novel in almost a half century, Chronicles from the Land of the Happiest People on Earth – a scorching satire on contemporary Nigerian society that teems with life, rather like one of the big books by Charles Dickens … Continue reading POLITICAL SATIRE: How Writers Shape the World
Cuban govt approves new migration policies as mass exodus continues
Photo by Matthias Oben on Pexels.com Cuba announced on Tuesday measures that ease restrictions on its citizens living abroad as the country continues to grapple with an unprecedented exodus of migrants to the United States. The foreign ministry said passports would be valid for 10 years, instead of six, for Cubans over 16 years of … Continue reading Cuban govt approves new migration policies as mass exodus continues
Banks and Credit Unions Must Improve Use of Mobile Apps for Selling
Photo by Alena Darmel on Pexels.com One of the best ways to sell financial products and services digitally is on the mobile banking app itself. With consumers accessing their mobile banking multiple times each week (or day), this platform provides unparalleled capabilities to engage and drive sales activity. Financial institutions use mobile banking apps for … Continue reading Banks and Credit Unions Must Improve Use of Mobile Apps for Selling
Facts About Wole Soyinka
ABOUT WOLE SOYINKA Wole Soyinka was born in Abeokuta, Nigeria. His father was a priest in the Anglican Church and principal of a school. His mother owned a store and was active within the women's liberation movement. His family belongs to the Yoruba people, whose culture has influenced Soyinka's works. After studying in Nigeria and … Continue reading Facts About Wole Soyinka
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