IOC invites Ukrainian fencer to 2024 Olympics after being disqualified from worlds over handshake controversy
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Foreign Office issues Greece travel warning as 'state of emergency' declared
The Foreign Office has updated its travel advice as wildfires continue to blaze across Greece.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham gives verdict on Qatari bid for Manchester United
Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham says nobody “feels completely comfortable” with Qatari Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al-Thani’s bid for Manchester United, but says a takeover would present the opportunity for dialogue about anti-discrimination issues.
Disqualified Ukraine Fencer Says 'We'll Never Shake Hands With Russians'
Ukrainian fencer Olga Kharlan, who was controversially disqualified from the world championships for not shaking hands with a Russian opponent, defiantly insisted on Thursday: "We will never shake hands with them." Kharlan, 32, claimed she had been given the green light to snub Russian rival Anna Smirnova by the head of the sport's federation despite the gesture being a key feature of post-bout rituals.
Police appeal for wanted Manchester man who might have travelled to Liverpool
Police are appealing for the public’s help in tracking down a man who is wanted on recall to prison following his release.
Jemimah Rodrigues To Play In The Hundred For Northern Superchargers
India batter Jemimah Rodrigues has signed a last-minute deal to play for Northern Superchargers in the upcoming Hundred tournament in England, replacing Australia's Heather Graham. The 22-year-old Rodrigues was among the leading run-scorer in the inaugural season of the Hundred but missed a major chunk of the competition last year due to a wrist injury. According to espncricinfo.com, the Northern Superchargers had opted against retaining the Indian batter ahead of the draft in March this year, but have been able to bring her back in their side as an injury replacement.
India Will Host Olympics In Future: Sports Minister Anurag Thakur
India will organise the Olympics in future, Sports Minister Anurag Thakur said on Thursday, insisting that hosting quality tournaments across various disciplines will help the country become a sporting super power. Earlier this month, Australia's Victoria state withdrew as host of the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to increasing cost. Replying to PTI's query if India is thinking of hosting the 2026 CWG, Thakur said "India will organise the Olympics in future." "We are working in that direction and when the right time comes we will give you the good news. India wants to host the Olympics.