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LOADINGERROR LOADING GENEVA (AP) — Two United States senators urged FIFA on Monday not to pick Saudi Arabia as the 2034 World Cup host next month in a decision seen as inevitable since last year despite the kingdom’s record on human rights. Democrats Ron Wyden of Oregon and Dick Durbin of Illinois have told FIFA … Read more

LOADINGERROR LOADING CAIRO (AP) — A tourist yacht sank in the Red Sea on Monday after warnings of rough waters and 16 people were missing, Egyptian officials said. The governor of the Red Sea region, Amr Hanafy, said rescuers saved 28 people from the vessel south of the coastal town of Marsa Alam, and some … Read more

The shocking change is due to one specific reason, researchers say (Image: Getty) The axis of has tilted by 31.5 inches (80cms) and humans are seemingly responsible, according to a new study. made the discovery whilst researching the impact of and believe that it is as a result of the pumping of Earth’s groundwater by … Read more

LOADINGERROR LOADING President-elect Donald Trump lashed out at Maggie Haberman on Tuesday, hurling a string of insults at the New York Times journalist and her employer. “Magot Hagerman, a third rate writer and fourth rate intellect, writes story after story, always terrible, and yet I almost never speak to her,” the Republican posted just after … Read more

Hunting for victims online (Image: Getty) Black Friday bargain hunters are being warned about the perils of a new cyber scam called ‘quishing’ that threatens to provide criminals with a festive windfall as the £9bn shopping bonanza kicks in this weekend. With people in a rush to secure cut-price goods, experts say they have a … Read more

Millions are expected to spend hundreds of pounds despite cost of living (Image: Getty) UK shoppers will fork out £365 on gifts for themselves and loved ones – up an extra £65 from last year. Way ahead of their neighbours France and Germany and the US. They will spend their hard-earned cash on items such … Read more

Most Black Friday “deals” are not the bargains they appear to be, according to Which? Research by the consumer champion found the vast majority of products advertised with famous name stores in the annual sale, which falls on the last Friday of November, are cheaper at another time of the year. It accused retailers including … Read more

Pensions are becoming a major target for scammers after the recent Budget (Image: Getty) The Labour government’s first financial statement controversially included pensions in inheritance tax calculations. The announcement sparked public outcry, as many see them as a protected nest egg for retirement rather than a taxable estate. Now fraud specialists are warning savers to … Read more

Prince William pictured on a military visit earlier today (Image: GETTY) The stepped out at the this morning. The 42-year-old’s attendance came as the Welsh Guards carried out live firing training as they transition back from ceremonial duties l to Field Army. Not just present, the royal also got involved with an exercise during his … Read more

The Fixed Link Project has been in the pipeline for decades. (Image: Getty) An ambitious £6bn that would link Africa to is gaining momentum. The incredible plan of connecting and under the waters of the Strait of has been a dream for more than a century. But now the dream could soon become a reality, … Read more