Fils, Stricker among qualifiers for tennis’ Next Gen ATP Finals in Jeddah
JEDDAH: Tennis players Arthur Fils, Dominic Stricker, Luca Van Assche, and Flavio Cobolli have qualified for the Next Gen ATP Finals, to be held in Jeddah.
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Munster fight to keep Jean Kleyn amid interest from France
Munster will have Jean Kleyn available for their big BKT United Rugby Championship Interpro against Leinster on 26 November, while head coach Graham Rowntree says the province will do everything they can to keep the World Cup winner at the province next season.
Crossing Cultures: How silk shaped the fortunes of China and Europe
The cities of Suzhou in eastern China and Lyon in southeastern France are two of the world's most renowned silk centres. In this episode of Crossing Cultures, we explore the ancient ties that bind both China and Europe and learn from the artisans keeping the craft of silk weaving alive.
'It's the source of cinema': German filmmaker Wim Wenders honoured at Lyon's Festival Lumière
Decorated German filmmaker Wim Wenders was awarded the 15th Prix Lumière at this year's Festival Lumière in Lyon, southeast France. This unique prize pays tribute to the greatest names in cinema.
Politician calls to strip footballer Karim Benzema of French citizenship over Muslim Brotherhood
A politician in France wants star footballer Karim Benzema stripped of his citizenship and awards over supposed links to the Muslim Brotherhood.
Karim Benzema faces backlash in France over statement of solidarity with people of Gaza
BEIRUT: Karim Benzema, the French footballer who currently plays for Saudi club Al-Ittihad, is facing a backlash from officials in his home country after he expressed solidarity with the people of Gaza and said they were being subjected to unjust bombing. In a message posted on social media site X on Sunday, the current FIFA Ballon D’or holder wrote: “All our prayers for the inhabitants of Gaza who are once again victims of these unjust bombings which spare no women or children.” The post has garnered more than 558,000 likes, 180,000 retweets and 60,000 comments.
Festival Lumière 2023: Premieres, classics & Wim for the win - here's what not to miss
It’s that time of the year again when cinephiles gather to the birthplace of cinema and immerse themselves in the seventh art.
Biggar set win fitness race ahead of World Cup quarter-final
PARIS : Wales flyhalf Dan Biggar will be fit to play in Saturday’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final against Argentina with his understudy Gareth Anscome and experienced fullback Liam Williams also likely to be available after injury scares.