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West Ham United edged past Queens Park Rangers after extra time to reach the FA Cup fourth round, easing pressure on manager Nuno Espírito Santo. The 2-1 win, West Ham’s first since early November, was secured by January signing Taty Castellanos, whose header from Crysencio Summerville’s cross finally settled a tense London derby. QPR had forced extra time after Richard Kone’s equaliser, pushing their Premier League opponents to the limit and drawing pride from the display, according to manager Julien Stéphan. Summerville also impressed with one of his strongest performances in a West Ham shirt, while the match was marked…
Elon Musk said critics of X used the Grok controversy to justify censorship. He spoke after anger over the AI chatbot on the platform. Users created sexualised images without consent. Campaigners said the tool caused serious harm. Musk dismissed the criticism as an attack on free expression. Ofcom launches urgent investigation Media regulator Ofcom said it opened a rapid assessment of X. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall confirmed full government backing. She said officials expected swift answers. Ofcom contacted X earlier this week. The regulator set a strict deadline for explanations. MPs warn of gaps in online safety law Senior MPs…
Tensions between Iran, the United States and Israel are escalating as protests continue to spread across Iranian cities and the country remains largely cut off from the internet. With the reported death toll climbing and diplomatic signals hardening, fears are growing that the crisis could spill beyond Iran’s borders. Tehran Threatens Retaliation if US Intervenes Iran has warned that any American military action would trigger direct retaliation against both US forces and Israel. Speaking in parliament on Sunday, Iranian Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said that US troops, military bases and shipping interests — along with Israel — would become “legitimate…
Chelsea began the Liam Rosenior era with a comfortable 5-1 FA Cup win over Charlton Athletic. Despite a controlled and clinical display from a rotated Chelsea side, the dominant narrative was continued supporter anger towards the club’s ownership. Chants against Clearlake Capital and nostalgia for Roman Abramovich echoed throughout the match. On the pitch, Chelsea controlled possession and took a deserved lead through young defender Jorrel Hato just before half-time. Second-half goals from Tosin Adarabioyo, Marc Guiu, Pedro Neto and a late Enzo Fernández penalty sealed progression to the fourth round. Charlton briefly threatened after Miles Leaburn scored from a…
Governments are under growing pressure to take tougher action against climate change by targeting the world’s biggest polluters. Campaigners say banning high-emission luxury goods and taxing fossil fuel profits are among the fastest ways to cut carbon output and stay on track with global climate goals. Much of that pressure is focused on the ultra-rich. According to Oxfam, a tiny fraction of the global population is responsible for a staggering share of emissions, driving what the organisation describes as “gross carbon recklessness.” New figures show that the richest one per cent had already used up their entire yearly carbon budget…
Investors are entering 2026 with strong confidence in the US economic outlook. This optimism has helped major stock indexes climb to fresh highs, reflecting growing market trust. Small-cap stocks led the gains, outperforming larger companies. Analysts see this as a sign of broad market confidence, even after recent labor data showed mixed results. Experts point out that investors are focusing on continued economic growth and stable corporate earnings. Many believe that sectors like technology and consumer goods could continue driving gains. The strong start to the year comes despite concerns about inflation and interest rates. Market watchers note that while…
Bukayo Saka has agreed a new five-year contract with Arsenal that will make him one of the highest-paid players in the club’s history. The deal, expected to run until 2031, will significantly increase Saka’s wages to around £300,000 a week, reflecting his importance to the team. Arsenal’s sporting director Andrea Berta prioritised securing the future of the Hale End graduate after renewing key contracts last year. Saka, who joined Arsenal aged seven, has been central to their Premier League title push and recent Champions League success. Manager Mikel Arteta has repeatedly praised Saka’s commitment and influence, while the club also…
The United States has seized yet another oil tanker suspected of carrying sanctioned Venezuelan crude, deepening an aggressive naval campaign aimed at choking off illicit oil exports from the South American nation. “Ghost Fleet” Tanker Taken in Pre-Dawn Raid The vessel, identified as the Olina, was intercepted on Friday in the Caribbean during a pre-dawn operation involving the U.S. Coast Guard, the U.S. Southern Command, and Marines deployed from the USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s largest aircraft carrier. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem described the Olina as part of a so-called “ghost fleet” — tankers that allegedly operate under…
US President Donald Trump has ordered the United States to leave dozens of international organisations. Many of these bodies focus on climate change and environmental protection. Nearly half of the 66 affected organisations are linked to the United Nations. The list includes the Framework Convention on Climate Change, which forms the foundation of global climate cooperation. The decision also affects organisations working on development, gender equality, and conflict prevention. The administration has repeatedly criticised these areas as ideological or globalist. The White House said the organisations no longer serve American interests and promote hostile or ineffective agendas. White House Says…
Iran’s protest movement took a dramatic turn this week as crowds poured into the streets of Tehran and residents shouted slogans from rooftops, answering a call for mass demonstrations by exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi. The unrest, which began over economic hardship, is now spreading nationwide and escalating in intensity. Internet Blackouts and Rising Death Toll As demonstrations flared on Thursday night, internet access and phone services across Iran were abruptly cut. Internet monitoring firm Cloudflare and digital rights group NetBlocks both reported widespread outages, blaming government interference. Calls from abroad, including from Dubai, failed to connect — a move…
