South Sudan savour first-ever Basketball World Cup win
MANILA: South Sudan head coach Royal Ivey said his team "played with fire" after stunning China to claim their first-ever win at the Basketball World Cup on Monday (Aug 28).
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Roberto Mancini Eyes Asian Cup As He Seals Lucrative Saudi Move
Roberto Mancini said he hoped to lead Saudi Arabia to Asian Cup victory within months as he signed a multi-million dollar deal on Monday, just a fortnight after quitting as Italy coach. The former Inter Milan and Manchester City boss held up a green shirt that read "Mancini 2027" after inking a contract to stay with the Green Falcons beyond the next World Cup. Mancini, who has insisted that the oil-rich monarchy had "nothing to do" with his shock Italy exit, was reportedly offered more than $25 million to join the big-spending Saudis. "I'm not a magician," said the Italian, when asked what he could promise the Saudi people -- before pledging to go for Asian Cup glory in January-February in Qatar.
Spain Opens Preliminary Sex Abuse Probe Over Suspended Chief Luis Rubiales' Kiss
Prosecutors at Spain's top criminal court said Monday they had opened a preliminary investigation into Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales' forcible kiss on the lips of World Cup player Jenni Hermoso on grounds it could constitute a crime of "sexual assault". "Prosecutors from the National Court have opened a preliminary investigation to look into the facts, which could constitute an offence of sexual assault," a court statement said. They would also contact Hermoso to offer her a chance to file a suit within 15 days, the statement said. The president of the Spanish football federation (RFEF), provisionally suspended from his post by FIFA on Saturday, could face an extended sanction if the country's sports court accept complaints against him in a meeting on Monday.
World Athletics Championships Gold Done, But 90m Mark Eludes Neeraj Chopra. Star Opens Up On Hallowed Target
The hunt for the 90-meter throw goes on as Neeraj fell a little short of the mark in the World Athletics Championships 2023 despite clinching the elusive Gold medal. After starting off the final with a foul throw, Neeraj made amends in the following throws, but could only manage the maximum distance of 88.17 meters in his second attempt. Though the effort was good enough to keep his lead intact till the very end to clinch the gold, Neeraj remains unsatisfied with the throw, although elated with the fact that he was able to add another medal to his trophy cabinet.
What are your rights if your flight is delayed or cancelled in air traffic control chaos
Thousands of flights have been disrupted today after a technical fault caused major disruption to air traffic control. Passengers across the UK and abroad have found their flights either delayed or called due to the issue.
'I was out with friends and then I woke up in a hospital bed being told I'd have to learn to eat and walk again'
A man given just 24 hours to live after a horror e-bike accident has defied the odds after learning to walk and eat again.
The 13th edition of Azerbaijan's Gabala International Music Festival
"Each concert programme includes a young performer," explained Fuad Ibrahimov, the the artistic director of the Azerbaijan State Symphonic Orchestra.