German start-up set to launch an orbital rocket on its first test flight from Norwegian island
A European aerospace company is set to make the first test flight of its orbital launch vehicle from Norway on Monday.
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Post-MeToo France faces crucial test with Gérard Depardieu’s sexual assault trial
Gérard Depardieu, France’s most famous male actor, will face not just two women who accuse him of sexual assault but also a nation long criticised for ignoring abuse by powerful figures when his trial begins on Monday.
De la Fuente says Spain hungry for more ahead of France clash
Spain may have already won the European Championship last year and booked a place in the Nations League semi-finals on Sunday, but the young side are determined to chase more glory, manager Luis de la Fuente said.
Week ahead: Global business activity data to offer clues on economic trajectory
Last week, global stock markets came under pressure as major central banks expressed concerns over growth and inflation, driven by Trump’s tariffs. Investors will now turn their attention to manufacturing and services Purchasing Managers’ Indexes (PMIs) for insights into the economic trajectory. Additionally, the EU summit on Ukraine aid and the bloc’s role in peace negotiations will be a key event for European equities.
Ex-FIFA boss Blatter and France great Platini to learn fate in corruption case
ZURICH, Switzerland : Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter and France soccer great Michel Platini will appear before a Swiss court on Tuesday to hear whether the case that finished their careers in football will end with their acquittals or convictions for corruption.
Shabab Al-Ahli and Al-Jazira to meet in ADIB Cup final
DUBAI: An intriguing ADIB Cup showpiece awaits next month after Shabab Al-Ahli Dubai Club gained revenge on Sharjah, and on-song Al-Jazira produced a rapid comeback against Wasl, in their gripping semifinal deciders.
Madison Keys suffers shock loss from Filipino wildcard at Miami Open
MIAMI GARDENS, United States: Australian Open champion Madison Keys crashed out of the Miami Open on Sunday suffering a shock loss to 19-year-old Filipino wildcard Alexandra Eala.Russian 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva, coming off back-to-back WTA 1000 wins in Dubai and Indian Wells, also exited in the third round, her 13 match wining streak ending with a three sets loss to American Amanda Anisimova.The 6-4, 6-2 win for Eala over fifth-seeded American Keys prompted her to hug her team and celebrate passionately after she became the first woman from the Philippines to beat a top-10 opponent since the ranking system came into being in 1975.Eala, the 2022 US Open girls’ singles champion who has been based to the Rafael Nadal academy in Mallorca since she was 13, will now take on Spain’s Paula Badosa for a spot in the quarterfinals.“Growing up it was tough,” she said. “You didn’t have anyone from where you’re from to pave the way.
Spain Edge Netherlands On Penalties, Set Up France Nations League Semi-Final
Holders Spain beat the Netherlands on penalties after a dramatic quarter-final second leg in Valencia finished 3-3 on Sunday to set up a Nations League last-four clash with France, who edged Croatia in a shoot-out after a 2-2 aggregate draw. On a dramatic night, Portugal battled past Denmark in extra time and will next face Finals hosts Germany after their tense 5-4 aggregate victory over Italy. European champions Spain took the lead in the tie, after Thursday's 2-2 first-leg draw, when Mikel Oyarzabal picked himself up after being fouled in the box to slot home an early penalty.