‘We don’t seek war with Iran,’ Netanyahu says as he continues campaign against nuclear deal
Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s prime minister, said Tuesday that he was not seeking a military confrontation with Iran even as he continued his public campaign to convince Donald Trump to strengthen the 2015 nuclear deal or pull the US out of it. A day after Mr Netanyahu dramatically unveiled Israeli intelligence which he said proved…
China’s first home-built aircraft carrier begins sea trials as Beijing ramps up its maritime might
China’s first home-built aircraft carrier began sea trials on Sunday, a major step for Beijing as it ramps up its military might. The carrier will be the second to enter the Chinese navy, and comes as Beijing seeks to modernise its armed forces. The ship, which is known only as "Type 001A", set out for…
Hawaii reports first serious injury from volcano as lava threatens escape routes
A stream of lava threatened to block a key Hawaii highway on Saturday that serves as an escape route for coastal residents, while the first known serious injury was reported from fresh explosive eruptions from the Kilauea volcano. "A homeowner on Noni Farms Road who was sitting on a third-floor balcony got hit with lava spatter,"…
Ecclestone hits back at Hamilton’s ‘uneducated’ barb
Former Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone has continued to hit back against accusations that he doesn’t understand the issue of modern racism. Lewis Hamilton has previously stated the 89-year-old was ‘ignorant and uneducated’ about the issue for making claims that there is no discrimination in the sport. But Ecclestone has reiterated his opinion and responded…
Juventus ‘ready to listen to offers’ for midfielder as Man Utd circle
Juventus are willing to consider offers for midfielder Adrien Rabiot with Man Utd an interested party, according to reports in Italy. Rabiot moved to Turin from Paris Saint-Germain on a free transfer last summer but, having started only 18 Serie A games under manager Maurizio Sarri, reports have indicated that he could move on in…
Milner calls Man Utd ‘f*cking w*nkers’ as he celebrates Liverpool title
Liverpool midfielder James Milner has called Man Utd “f*cking w*nkers” during the Reds’ Premier League title celebrations on Wednesday evening. A 5-3 win over Chelsea was the ideal warm-up to the trophy presentation party which followed at Anfield, with injured captain Jordan Henderson finally get his hands on the one piece of silverware which has…
Carragher: Chelsea will go ‘no further’ unless they make one signing
Jamie Carragher doesn’t think Chelsea can progress up the Premier League until they replace goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga in net. The Spaniard has come in for criticism this season, particularly in the last few games, and Frank Lampard again found himself being asked about the 25-year-old’s performance at Anfield as Chelsea lost 5-3. Lampard said: “I will…
Klopp: ‘Couldn’t be more proud’ of Liverpool
Jurgen Klopp could not contain his excitement after Liverpool finally got to lift the Premier League trophy on Wednesday night. Before they could get their hands on the trophy, Liverpool had to see off Chelsea. And they did so in dramatic fashion, clinching a 5-3 win. There were jubilant scenes when Klopp and his players…
Frank vows Brentford will be ‘ready to fight’ in play-offs
Thomas Frank insisted that Brentford will be able to bounce back from the disappointment of losing to Barnsley in order to fight in the play-offs. The Bees were chasing a goal to beat relegation-threatened Barnsley and leapfrog West Brom, who were held 2-2 by QPR, into second place. But they were caught on the break…
The Mats Don’t Roll Themselves Out
By Matt Krumrie Ask any coach and they will tell you this: Volunteer support can be the backbone of a successful wrestling club, and parents who graciously volunteer their time can make the difference between a club thriving and merely surviving. Whether it’s transportation to and from the gym, rolling up the mats after practice…