Russian Olympic Committee president, who was critical of neutral athlete rules, to step down
The president of the suspended Russian Olympic Committee said Tuesday he plans to step down after six years in charge.
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Oldham bonfire and fireworks displays taking place in 2024
With the days getting colder and the nights getting longer, many families will be looking forward to bonfire night season to brighten their autumn.
Norway introduces temporary border checks after raising its terror threat level
Norway is introducing temporary border checks on its frontiers with other Western European nations after the domestic security agency raised the terror threat level.
Diamond magnate Beny Steinmetz held in Greece amid Romanian extradition case
Israeli billionaire and diamond mine mogul Beny Steinmetz is facing uncertainty after he was detained by Greek police on Sunday evening over accusations of participation in a criminal enterprise, just hours after arriving via private plane at Athens International Airport.
Russia's Olympic chief quits
Russia's Olympic chief Stanislav Pozdnyakov said on Tuesday (Oct 15) he was stepping down to make way for the election of a replacement, citing "geopolitical challenges" facing Russian sport.
Albania aims to be EU member by 2030, PM Rama says after 'historic' talks
Albania aims to become a full-fledged member of the European Union by the end of the decade, its Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Tuesday, following the opening of accession negotiations he called "historic".
'Feel good' Mexican to open second Manchester spot after celebrating big milestone
A ‘feel good’ Mexican chain is set to open its second restaurant in Manchester after hitting a huge milestone.
Swedish prosecutor confirms 'rape' probe without naming Mbappe
STOCKHOLM: Swedish prosecutors confirmed on Tuesday (Oct 15) a rape probe following media reports that French footballer Kylian Mbappe was being investigated after a visit to Stockholm but did not name the suspect.