The arrival of Patrick Vieira as the new coach of Senegal comes at a particularly difficult time for the national team – so much so that there is the possibility the former France captain may not even take charge of the Teranga Lions. The 50-year-old’s appointment has been announced despite him not having signed a … Read more
Fifa on Wednesday night confirmed that Gianni Infantino will remain as president after a meeting of its senior executives in Rabat. In a statement which also revealed that Infantino has sent written apologies to the Fifa council and the 211 member associations for failing to consult them over the World Cup sell-off, the world governing … Read more
Local news Monday’s shooting during an immigration enforcement operation in Bedford was the second time in a week that ICE used deadly force. Blood is seen on the sidewalk near the scene of a shooting involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Monday, July 13, 2026, in Bedford, Maine. Robert F. BUKATI/AP By Patrick Whittle, Leah … Read more
On May 1st, a box of fresh Egyptian oranges to survey Customs at the Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone in Shanghai, becoming one of the first shipments to enter China duty-free under a sweeping new policy extending zero-sum treatment to all 53 African countries that have diplomatic relations with Beijing. It was a small, poignant moment, … Read more
Local news Here’s how to help victims of the Robbins Lumber Plant fire and explosion in Searsmont, which killed a 27-year-old firefighter. Firefighters attempt to extinguish flames from a large fire at Robbins Lumber in Searsmont, Maine on Friday, May 15, 2026. Maine Department of Public Safety via AP Several first responders, firefighters and mill … Read more
Sports news Boston fired 17 shots in the first half and 10 more in the second half, but was unable to score. It was another tough game for Legacy coach Filipa Patau, as they lost 2-0 in Chicago on Saturday. Barry Chen/Global Staff The Boston Legacy’s rocky start to its inaugural season continued Saturday night … Read more
Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz again on April 18, briefly reopening the vital sea lane after the United States refused to lift its blockade of Iranian ports. On Saturday, the Iranian military authorities confirmed that the strait had been restored to what they described as its “previous status,” placing it under strict supervision by … Read more
Liverpool remain favorites to sign £65m Arsenal target Liverpool are leading the race for the signatures of Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount who is on the radar of Arsenal. Mason Mount is reportedly a target for Liverpool, according to Fabrizio Romano via CaughtOffside. Additionally, they are outpacing Arsenal in the fight for his signings. The 24-year-old … Read more
In the NFL, the worst place to be is not in a rebuilding phase — it is being stuck in the middle with not enough talent to contend for a championship or too much talent to bottom out completely and rebuild. As it relates to the Bucs, a serious point of conversation is whether they … Read more
Boston Red Sox “A deal built around Jarren Duran should remain within reach.” Isaac Paredes was linked to the Red Sox throughout the offseason. AP Photo/Kevin M. Cox, file After the Red Sox opened spring training with Jarren Duran still on the roster, it seemed as if the endless stream of trade rumors regarding the … Read more