Spain’s Yamal, Porro remain fitness concerns before FIFA WC final
New Jersey, July 17 (IANS) Lamine Yamal and Pedro Porro trained separately from the rest of the Spain squad during the team’s first training session in New Jersey as the team began preparing for the FIFA World Cup final against Argentina. Both…
Trump’s pick for Brazil ambassador prioritises trade, critical minerals
Washington, July 17 (IANS) US President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as the next US ambassador to Brazil told lawmakers on Thursday (local time) that expanding trade, securing access to critical minerals and strengthening cooperation against…
Coventry sign Aurele Amenda from Frankfurt on long-term deal
Coventry, July 17 (IANS) Coventry City FC have announced the signing of Swiss defender Aurele Amenda on a long-term contract for an undisclosed fee, subject to international clearance. The 22-year-old central defender joined from Bundesliga side…
US lawmakers warn China expanding espionage, cyber operations targeting American states
Washington, July 17 (IANS) US lawmakers and state security officials warned that China is increasingly using espionage, cyber intrusions, influence operations and economic leverage to target US states and critical infrastructure, telling a House…
PM Modi to launch India’s first hydrogen-powered train from Jind today
New Delhi, July 17 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off India’s first hydrogen-powered train from Haryana’s Jind on Friday, marking India’s entry into a select group of nations exploring hydrogen for cleaner rail…
Alexander-Arnold embraces Mourinho’s demanding start at Real Madrid
Madrid, July 17 (IANS) Trent Alexander-Arnold said he has enjoyed the opening days of preseason training under Jose Mourinho as Real Madrid prepares for the new campaign. Madrid has trained for four days, although several players remain away on World Cup…
US intercepts three commercial vessels attempting to breach Iran naval blockade: CENTCOM
Washington, July 17 (IANS) US forces intercepted three commercial vessels attempting to breach the US naval blockade against Iran, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said. CENTCOM said on X: “As of today, American forces have redirected 3 commercial…
Rajasthan ACB arrests municipal contract worker for allegedly taking Rs 25,000 bribe in Pali
Jaipur, July 17 (IANS) The Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested a contractual worker of the Sojat Road Municipal Council in Pali district while allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 25,000 in the name of municipal officials for issuing a lease…
Technology must have a human touch: Kerala Guv Arlekar
Thiruvananthapuram, July 17 (IANS) Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has said that technology and innovation must always be guided by human values and compassion. He stressed on Thursday that scientific progress has real meaning only when it…
When Martin Scorsese’s mother revealed she received $28 for her work in ‘Mean Streets’
Mumbai, July 17 (IANS) Legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese’s mother mother Catherine Scorsese once revealed how she received $28 from her son for an acting gig in ‘Mean Streets’. An old video of a young Martin Scorsese has resurfaced which shows his…