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Brisbane International: Rafael Nadal storms into second round
Nadal took only 74 minutes to see off Dolgopolov 6-3, 6-3 and book a second round clash. Former world number one Rafael Nadal enjoyed an ideal start to his first Brisbane International Tuesday, storming into the second round with a straight sets win over Ukrainian Alexandr Dolgopolov.Nadal took only 74 minutes to see off Dolgopolov 6-3, 6-3 and...
Obama expels 35 Russian diplomats in retaliation for US election hacking
The Obama administration on Thursday announced its retaliation for Russian efforts to interfere with the US presidential election, ordering sweeping new sanctions that included the expulsion of 35 Russians. US intelligence services believe Russia ordered cyber-attacks on the Democratic National Committee (DNC), Hillary Clinton’s campaign...
Ana Ivanovic: Former world No 1 retires
The Serbian's last outing was a first-round loss at the US Open in September. Former world No 1 Ana Ivanovic on Wednesday announced her retirement from tennis, admitting that the physical toll of the circuit had proved too much.The 29-year-old Serbian held the top spot for 12 weeks in 2008, the season when she claimed her sole Grand Slam...
Russia, Iran ties with Taliban stoke Afghan anxiety
Moscow and Tehran insist their contact with insurgents is aimed at promoting regional security, but local and US officials have expressed bitter scepticism. Allegations over Russia and Iran’s deepening ties with the Taliban have ignited concerns of a renewed “Great Game” of proxy warfare in Afghanistan that could undermine...
Mr. Flo: ‘Lolade’ [Video]
The Echo produced track was shot in Ukraine by video director, Don Ajiri. Rising artiste, Mr. Flo, has released the visuals of his ‘Lolade’ single and it is quite an effort.The Echo produced track was shot in Ukraine by video director, Don Ajiri.Enjoy! …read more Source: Pulse...
Younes Belhanda: Moroccan star out of Africa Cup of Nations
He picked up the injury on Wednesday as Nice slugged out a key 0-0 draw at Bordeaux. The on form, all action Nice midfielder Younes Belhanda will be out of action for up to six weeks with a toe injury that also rules him out of the Africa Cup of Nation in Gabon.One of France’s top performers of the Ligue 1 season so far the loss may be a...
Teva: Israeli drugmaker fined $519m in US for foreign bribes
The case included bribes by Teva Pharmaceutical Industries to a high-ranking Russian government official. Israeli generic drug giant Teva will pay $519 million to settle US charges of bribery of foreign officials to win business in Russia, Ukraine and Mexico, US officials announced Thursday.The case included bribes by Teva Pharmaceutical...
Pulse List: Top 5 highest paid African players in Ligue 1
Pulse list of the top five highest paid African players in French senior division, Ligue 1. The French Ligue 1 for years has been a regular hub for African footballers and on this list we break down the top five biggest earners from the continent. All figures published on this list are from French sports daily L’Equipe.1. Nicolas...
NATO: Security body urges Russia to prod Ukraine rebels to honour truce
Provisions in the ceasefire deal call for the withdrawal of heavy weaponry from the regions of Donetsk and Lugansk. NATO on Monday urged Russia to use its clout with insurgents in eastern Ukraine to make a troubled truce stick, as the two sides held talks to defuse the worst tensions since the Cold War.But NATO said gaps with Moscow remained wide...
Christine Lagarde: Trailblazing woman at the IMF
However, in what might prove crucial for Lagarde's IMF future, the court ruled she will not be fined or face a jail sentence. Christine Lagarde is a high-flying former lawyer who rose to become the first woman to lead the International Monetary Fund but who may find her stellar career blemished by a conviction for negligence.The...
