‘Devil Baby’ influencer who stalked Chelsea players avoids prison
A TikTok and Instagram influencer who bombarded Premier League footballer Mason Mount with messages following a one-night stand with him has avoided prison.
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Applicata non grata: TikTok banned from official devices in several countries
Over in India, there are efforts underway to nationalise a vegetarian diet. In cities across the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's BJP party is imposing rules on the consumption of meat to promote a so-called Hindu way of life. Our correspondents report.
Newcastle stay in Carabao Cup mix after Bournemouth victory
NEWCASTLE: It was far from pretty, but sometimes substance over style is all that matters.
Brighton boss De Zerbi hails World Cup hero Mac Allister
LONDON: Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi spoke of his pride in Alexis Mac Allister after he helped Argentina win the World Cup, saying the Seagulls midfielder was one of the best players at the tournament. Argentina lifted the trophy for the first time since 1986 following a dramatic final win over France on penalties on Sunday.
Golf Saudi signs off on its best year yet
RIYADH: In just a 12-month period, Golf Saudi has introduced thousands of Saudis to the game as part of its Mass Participation program. The organization has also launched the world’s first Arab golf industry education pathway in order to discover and develop future leaders within Saudi Arabia’s rapidly growing golf scene.
Al-Rajhi retains Saudi Toyota Desert Rally Championship
JEDDAH: Yazeed Al-Rajhi has retained his Saudi Toyota Desert Rally Championship title after finishing first on all selective stages of Rally Jeddah.
Moroccans to welcome home history-making World Cup team
RABAT: Morocco’s national soccer team are set to return home Tuesday after accomplishing the seemingly impossible feat of finishing fourth at the World Cup in Qatar. Tens of thousands of Moroccans were expected to turn out to greet the players. As the first African or Arab team to reach the World Cup semifinals, the Moroccan team, known as the Atlas Lions, made history and were one of the big success stories of this year’s tournament, the first hosted by an Arab nation.