On September 12, 2024, a Paris court convicted two women, Amandine Roy and Natacha Rey, of defamation for spreading false rumors about Brigitte Macron, the wife of French President Emmanuel Macron. The women were found guilty of claiming that the First Lady of France is a transgender woman who was born as Jean-Michel Trogneux.The court… Continue reading French Court Convicts Two Women for Spreading False Transgender Rumors About Brigitte Macron
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US Sanctions Venezuelan Officials as Spain-Venezuela Tensions Escalate Over Opposition Leader’s Asylum
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez met with Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo González Urrutia at the Palacio de la Moncloa on September 12, 2024, amid escalating diplomatic tensions between Spain and Venezuela. The meeting took place shortly after González arrived in Madrid seeking asylum, having fled Venezuela due to threats from Maduro’s government.Sánchez reaffirmed Spain’s commitment… Continue reading US Sanctions Venezuelan Officials as Spain-Venezuela Tensions Escalate Over Opposition Leader’s Asylum
Ten Hag Dismisses Ronaldo’s Criticism as PSG Ordered to Pay Mbappé €55 Million
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has dismissed recent criticism from Cristiano Ronaldo, stating that the Portuguese star is ‘far away in Saudi, far away from Manchester’ and out of touch with events at his former club. Ronaldo had taken issue with ten Hag’s comments that Manchester United are ‘a long way’ from winning the… Continue reading Ten Hag Dismisses Ronaldo’s Criticism as PSG Ordered to Pay Mbappé €55 Million
ECB Cuts Key Interest Rate to 3.5% Amid Economic Slowdown and Cooling Inflation
The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced a 25 basis point reduction in its key interest rates, lowering the deposit rate to 3.5%. This marks the second rate cut of the year and comes in response to cooling inflation and concerns about economic growth in the eurozone.ECB President Christine Lagarde stated, ‘Based on our updated… Continue reading ECB Cuts Key Interest Rate to 3.5% Amid Economic Slowdown and Cooling Inflation
Russian Attack on Red Cross Convoy in Ukraine Kills Three Aid Workers, Cargo Ship Targeted in Black Sea
On September 12, 2024, Russian forces launched a deadly attack on a humanitarian convoy in the Donetsk region of Ukraine, resulting in the deaths of three International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) employees and injuring two others. The attack occurred in the village of Verolyubivka while the ICRC team was distributing aid, including fuel… Continue reading Russian Attack on Red Cross Convoy in Ukraine Kills Three Aid Workers, Cargo Ship Targeted in Black Sea
McLaren Shifts Strategy: Prioritizes Norris in F1 Title Chase as Red Bull’s Dominance Wanes
McLaren has made a significant strategic decision in their Formula 1 championship campaign, announcing that they will prioritize support for Lando Norris over teammate Oscar Piastri. Team principal Andrea Stella confirmed this shift, emphasizing the team’s commitment to winning ‘in the right way’ while maintaining their principles of fairness and sportsmanship.Norris, currently second in the… Continue reading McLaren Shifts Strategy: Prioritizes Norris in F1 Title Chase as Red Bull’s Dominance Wanes
Spanish PM Meets Venezuelan Opposition Leader Amid Escalating Diplomatic Tensions
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez met with Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo González Urrutia at the Palacio de la Moncloa on September 12, 2024, amid escalating diplomatic tensions between Spain and Venezuela. The meeting took place a day after the Spanish Congress passed a non-binding resolution urging the government to recognize González as the elected president… Continue reading Spanish PM Meets Venezuelan Opposition Leader Amid Escalating Diplomatic Tensions
Mikel Arteta Commits to Arsenal Until 2027 with New Contract Extension
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has signed a new contract extension, committing his future to the club until 2027. The 42-year-old Spaniard, who has been at the helm since December 2019, has agreed to the new deal just days before Arsenal’s crucial North London derby against Tottenham Hotspur.Since taking charge, Arteta has transformed Arsenal’s fortunes, leading… Continue reading Mikel Arteta Commits to Arsenal Until 2027 with New Contract Extension
Mikel Arteta Commits to Arsenal Until 2027 with New Contract Extension
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has signed a new contract extension, committing his future to the club until 2027. The 42-year-old Spaniard, who has been at the helm since December 2019, has agreed to the new deal just days before Arsenal’s crucial North London derby against Tottenham Hotspur.Since taking charge, Arteta has transformed Arsenal’s fortunes, leading… Continue reading Mikel Arteta Commits to Arsenal Until 2027 with New Contract Extension
McLaren Shifts Strategy: Prioritizes Norris in F1 Title Chase as Red Bull’s Dominance Wanes
McLaren has made a significant strategic decision in their Formula 1 championship campaign, announcing that they will prioritize support for Lando Norris over teammate Oscar Piastri. Team principal Andrea Stella confirmed this shift, emphasizing the team’s commitment to winning ‘in the right way’ while maintaining their principles of fairness and sportsmanship.Norris, currently second in the… Continue reading McLaren Shifts Strategy: Prioritizes Norris in F1 Title Chase as Red Bull’s Dominance Wanes