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New details emerge of how journalist-turned-spy kept watch on Navalny
Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny stands in a cage in the Babuskinsky District Court in Moscow, Russia, Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021
AP / Alexander Zemlianichenko
2024-10-08, Beijing News
For nearly a decade, a SpanishRussian freelancer used his cover as a journalist to spy on Russian dissidents for Moscow, including late opposition leader Alexei Navalny....
Rome may limit tourist access to Trevi Fountain
The Trevi Fountain. In 1870, Rome became the capital city of the new Kingdom of Italy. During this time, neoclassicism, a building style influenced by the architecture of antiquity, became a predominant influence in Roman architecture.
Creative Commons / Diliff
2024-09-06, CNN
Rome is considering limiting access to the Trevi Fountain, one of its busiest monuments, ahead of an expected bumper year for tourism in the Eternal City, city council...
Angela Merkel played a key role in the rise of the AfD
FILE - In this Feb. 24, 2016 file photo people wave German flags in Erfurt, central Germany, during a demonstration initiated by the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.
AP / Jens Meyer
2024-09-02, The Spectator
To no one’s great surprise, Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) romped to victory in Sunday’s election in the eastern state of Thuringia. The party, classified as...
Nabi to reshape Chiefs with Kaze’s expertise2024-10-22
Independent online (SA): Mihlali Baleka Nasreddine Nabi is laying a picturesque foundation at Kaizer Chiefs, and he’s pleased to reunite with Cedric Kaze, who’ll help him complete the project. Kaze joined Chiefs as Nabi’s second assistant last week, replacing Fernando da Cruz, who...
Morning Briefing: Oct. 22, 20242024-10-22
Anadolu Agency: Here’s a rundown of all the news you need to start your Tuesday with, including deadly Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon, UNRWA demanding Israel to allow access in NorthernGaza, and a border patrolling pact between India and China. Dozens killed in...
I've just made history with Real Madrid - but I wanted to do it with Manchester United2024-10-22
Yahoo Daily News: It was the day after the 2011 Champions League final at Wembley, and Manchester United's heads were still spinning from an evening on the Barcelona carousel, as Sir Alex Ferguson famously called it. Ferguson came up with that phrase before the 2009 final...
Shakira shares new North American tour dates after upgrading venues to stadiums2024-10-22
NME: Shakira has announced her new 2025 North American tour dates after upgrading show venues from arenas to stadiums – check out the full list of dates below. READ MORE: Shakira – ‘Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran’ review: empowering and renewed Last Friday (October 18),...
Mike Tindall celebrates birthday with Zara in Barcelona, shares rare photos and life updates2024-10-22
Daily Record: Former England rugby star Mike Tindall celebrated his 46th birthday over the weekend and took to social media to share a series of rare photos with his wife, Zara......
Brest in dreamland after perfect start to debut Champions League campaign2024-10-22
Yahoo Daily News: Brest are one of the most modest clubs ever to take part in the Champions League, so their supporters will still be rubbing their eyes when they look at the table and see their team in second place in Europe's elite club competition. It was against all the...
Flick's revitalised Barca ready for Bayern challenge2024-10-22
Yahoo Daily News: Hansi Flick has rapidly moulded a ragged Barcelona into a potent threat to Europe's elite and the visit of his former Bayern Munich side in the Champions League on Wednesday is their first acid test. The Catalans have not reached the semi-finals of the...
CorPower Ocean Secures €32m Series B1 Funding to Commercialize Wave Energy2024-10-22
The Maritime Executive: CorPower Ocean is announcing the largest single investment in its wave energy technology after securing EUR 32m Series B1 funding (1st close). Announced during EIT InnoEnergy’s BusinessBooster in Barcelona – one of Europe’s leading...
Palhinha's unexpected chance changes Bayern's game structure ahead of Barca clash2024-10-22
China.dot.org: by OliverTrust BERLIN, Oct. 21 (Xinhua) -- When Bayern coach Vincent Kompany urgently called for JoaoPalhinha just eight minutes into the match, it likely came as a surprise for the Portuguese midfielder. German international Aleksandar Pavlovic received...
Atletico Mineiro driven by Copa Libertadores 'dream'2024-10-22
China.dot.org: BELO HORIZONTE, Oct. 21 (Xinhua) -- Atletico Mineiro manager Gabriel Milito has revealed the club is dreaming of Copa Libertadores glory as it prepares for its semifinal against River Plate on Tuesday. The...
Newcastle United is looking more and more like Saudi Arabia2024-10-22
The Daily Mail: Fresh revelations concerning Saudi Arabia’s purchase of Newcastle United three years ago emerged on Monday. The fact that they appeared to confirm the direct involvement of the kingdom’s de facto leader, Mohammed bin Salman, in the takeover will have come as...
Javier Bardem, 55, shows off his shirtless physique in snaps taken by his wife Penelope ...2024-10-22
The Daily Mail: Javier Bardem showed off his impressive shirtless physique as he posed for a jaw-dropping shoot photographed by his wife Penelope Cruz. The actor, 55, posed for the images for The Gentleman's Journal, and in an accompanying interview, reflected on how he and...
Truth Comes Out About Real Madrid\u2019s $48 Million Transfer Scare2024-10-22
Aiken Standard: Real Madrid's seismic week got off to a horrible start on Monday when the news of a shock transfer struck social media. With the transfer window closed, losing one of his key players was the last thing on head coach Carlo Ancelotti's mind. He had enough to...
Flick reunion: Bayern prepares for Barca clash2024-10-22
China.dot.org: Ahead of their UEFA Champions League clash against Barcelona, excitement is palpable around Bayern Munich. It's clear that this duel with the La Liga leaders on Wednesday evening is no ordinary match for the German record champions. The encounter feels...