December 2025 – Page 2

Real Madrid’s nightmare deepens as Kylian Mbappe joins growing injury list | Football News

Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez) Real Madrid have confirmed that Kylian Mbappe has suffered a sprain to his left knee, dealing a significant setback to their pursuit of La Liga leaders Barcelona. The club issued a statement on Wednesday revealing the diagnosis following medical tests, adding that his condition will be monitored over […]

Explained: Who is Alaa Abd el-Fattah, and why is his return to the UK making headlines | World News

For years, Alaa Abd el-Fattah was one of the West’s most familiar symbols of Arab Spring idealism crushed by authoritarian rule. A blogger jailed for dissent, a hunger-striking political prisoner, and a cause taken up by foreign ministers and human-rights groups, his name came to stand for Egypt’s long democratic winter.That story was meant to […]

Gus Atkinson told to improve body language after tough Ashes series by Stuart Broad

England legend Stuart Broad has advised Gus Atkinson to improve his body language after a flat performance during the Ashes series against Australia. Atkinson made a sensational start to his Test career for England and has picked 69 wickets in 16 matches at an average of 24.21 and scored 453 runs, including a hundred. However, […]

‘A new era’: Zohran Mamdani appoints al Qaeda detainee’s lawyer Ramzi Kassem as NYC chief counsel – who is he?

New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani on Tuesday announced the appointment of lawyer Ramzi Kassem as New York City’s chief counsel, the city’s top legal position. Kassem, whose past legal work includes representing Ahmed al-Darbi in an al–Qaeda–related terrorism case, will assume the role when Mamdani takes office on January 1.“Welcome to A New Era, Ramzi […]

Brazil legend Roberto Carlos undergoes immediate surgery after heart dysfunction detected during MRI scan

Roberto Carlos, the renowned former Brazil and Real Madrid left-back, recently underwent surgery for a heart-related issue while on vacation in Brazil. The 52-year-old, currently serving as a Real Madrid ambassador, had initial medical examinations for a blood clot in his leg before a full-body MRI uncovered a heart dysfunction that required immediate attention. Carlos […]

Zohran Mamdani to assume office: NYC to get new mayor; attorney general Letitia James to administer midnight oath

As the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Day, Zohran Mamdani will officially assume office as the mayor of New York City, marking the start of his term with two separate swearing-in ceremonies.The Democrat’s team has planned a private oath-taking with family at midnight, followed by a public ceremony in the afternoon outside City Hall. […]

NFL legend Brett Favre provides candid update on Parkinson’s disease battle, one year after diagnosis

Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre opened up about his ongoing struggle with Parkinson’s disease in a recent episode of his podcast, offering fans a rare glimpse into how the condition affects his daily life. The 56-year-old NFL icon, known for his toughness on the field, shared details about his symptoms and outlook as 2025 […]

Macron backs bill: France plans social media ban for under-15s; draft law cites screen time risks

France is preparing a fresh legislative push to curb excessive screen time among children, with a draft law proposing a ban on social media access for those under 15 by next September, according to a document seen by AFP.The move has the backing of President Emmanuel Macron, who earlier this month said Parliament should begin […]

‘New chapter’ ahead: Bangladesh envoy on EAM’s Dhaka visit; signals positive tone for bilateral ties | India News

NEW DELHI: Bangladesh High Commissioner to India Riaz Hamidullah on Wednesday said external affairs minister S Jaishankar’s visit to Dhaka would help India and Bangladesh script a new chapter in bilateral ties, guided by shared interests, pragmatism and mutual interdependence.In a post on X, Hamidullah wrote, “As Hon External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar left […]

Explained: How the Israel issue is splintering MAGA | World News

For nearly half a century, support for Israel was the closest thing the American right had to a theological constant. It bound together evangelical Christians, Cold War hawks, neoconservatives, and Republican donors into a durable, almost unexamined consensus. Donald Trump’s first term appeared to mark its triumph: Jerusalem recognised as Israel’s capital, the Abraham Accords […]