Since the reintroduction of the last-16 knockout round to Europe’s showpiece competition in 2003-04, there has always been at least one Italian representative. Not since 1987-88, when Napoli went out in the first round of the European Cup to Real Madrid, has Serie A had no teams in the last 16 of the competition –…
Hong Kong’s finance chief on Wednesday lived up to his credentials as a chartered accountant when he produced a surprisingly robust budget, flush with surpluses and full of initiatives to be funded through substantial means at his disposal. One significant initiative is a rare move to dip into the Exchange Fund, the government’s main investment…
This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here. Welcome to The Logoff: President Donald Trump gave a very long State of the Union speech last night, clocking in at a record one hour and 48…
Photo: Gill Bonnett The significance of changes to United Kingdom entry requirements has only just been realised, a British travel correspondent says. Late last year, the British government announced anyone classed as a British citizen would soon need a valid UK passport to enter the country, or have to get a $1300 certificate in their…
Cross-border rail proved to be one of the winners of China’s first fully re-opened Lunar New Year season. Operators of the 1,035-kilometre China–Laos Railway reported handling 12,900 international passenger trips between Kunming and Vientiane from 15 to 23 February—up 41.8 percent on last year’s holiday, with inbound traffic from Laos to China increasing an eye-catching…
Barcelona has been subject to some refereeing mistakes in recent matches. The error that sparked the most controversy was the one that led to the loss to Girona, which gave Real Madrid the momentary lead in La Liga standings. Joan Laporta posted his thoughts on the recent resolution. A previous complaint concerned an offside flagged…
Molly Ringwald has joined the cast of Yellowjackets Season 4. Ringwald is known for starring in a number of John Hughes films that were released in the 1980s, including 1984’s Sixteen Candles, 1985’s The Breakfast Club, and 1986’s Pretty in Pink. In more recent years, Ringwald played Mrs. Flynn in the Kissing Booth movies and…
Turkey Creek Fire Territory Fire Chief Quinn Hunter presented information on ice rescue at the February Conservation & Coffee event. He is shown with a rescue ring used by firefighters. Photo provided by Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation. News Release SYRACUSE – Spring is the perfect time to reconnect with the land we call home, and…
La Liga giants Barcelona have taken steps forward in their pursuit of a permanent deal for Marcus Rashford. That’s according to Fabrizio Romano, who has on Wednesday provided an insight into the situation. Advertisement Frontman Rashford is of course currently plying his trade on loan in Catalunya’s capital, from Premier League outfit Manchester United. The…
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