Readers respond, passionately, to sports page changes
Changes coming to other newspapers’ sports pages prompted a flood of comments and concern from readers, showing how much they still care about newspapers.
Day: July 20, 2023
Islas Malvinas: Brexit cited as EU endorses Falklands’ Argentine name
Diplomatic defeat for UK in move hailed as a ‘triumph’ by Buenos AiresForty-one years after the Falklands war, the UK has suffered a diplomatic defeat over the archipelago as the EU endorsed the Argentine name for the disputed territory, Islas Malvinas…
Kenyan doping: Why positive tests are the start of the solution
Faked medical records, pharmacists, fixers, fame and fortune. Dopers infiltrated Kenyan distance running but the fightback has begun.
People who murder ex-partners could face longer sentences
Bereaved families welcome proposals to create aggravating factor for murder at the end of a relationshipPartners who murder at the end of a relationship could face longer sentences under a proposed overhaul of punishments for domestic murder.In a move …
Canada’s Trudeau convenes a crisis group over Canadian port strike as union gives 72-hour notice
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with top officials after the longshore union renewed a 72-hour strike notice after already halting shipments in and out of ports in Canada’s west coast region of British Columbia for nearly two weeks.
Russia Hits Grain Ports in Odesa and Threatens Ships Headed to Ukraine
Ukraine accused Moscow of specifically targeting the infrastructure for exporting food, after Russia pulled out of an agreement allowing ships carrying grain to sail past its Black Sea blockade.
Defence department ‘stonewalled’ FoI requests on politicians’ use of RAAF VIP jet fleet, says Greens
Morrison government stopped releasing reports on MPs’ use of business jet fleet in 2021, citing unspecified security concernsGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastAustralia’s defence department has “stonewalled” freed…
Senators Unveil Measure To Ban Stock Ownership By Lawmakers, Administration Officials
A bipartisan pair of senators unveiled a bill Wednesday to ban stock ownership by lawmakers and administration officials. The Hill reports: The bill, introduced by Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) and Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), would establish firmer stock …
Tweets Of The Day
Russia launches an extensive air attack on Ukraine’s Odesa. Wild weather hits the US, from tropical storms to record-breaking heat, and more. Here’s a look at the top 5⃣ stories of the day pic.twitter.com/eWfojTrtFW
— Reuters (@Reuters) July 19, 2023
Already facing criminal cases in New York and Florida, former President Donald Trump faces increasing legal peril as investigations into his efforts to cling to power after his election loss appear to be coming to a head. https://t.co/NTJUSqQfDq
— The Associated Press (@AP) July 19, 2023
Demonstrators, angry at high costs of living and tax hikes, hurled rocks at Kenya security forces, who also fired volleys of tear gas against the protesters https://t.co/w7Q5cigQvh pic.twitter.com/7qKBfRuPua
— Reuters (@Reuters) July 19, 2023
The US military was scrambling to determine the fate of an American soldier who made an unauthorized crossing of the inter-Korean border into North Korea, throwing Washington into a new crisis in its dealing with the nuclear-armed state https://t.co/JZOO9XxQJg pic.twitter.com/AGo5qHSs4e
— Reuters (@Reuters) July 19, 2023
#UPDATE Thai reformist leader Pita Limjaroenrat’s bid to become prime minister ended Wednesday, despite his party winning the most votes in May elections, after the military and pro-royalist establishment blocked his bid for power.https://t.co/De6LsfQNov
— AFP News Agency (@AFP) July 19, 2023
A growing number of Israeli military reservists are pledging not to show up for duty if a contentious judicial overhaul is passed. Israeli leaders fear the military’s readiness could soon be compromised. By @tgoldenberg. https://t.co/ZbBpRsZ8n9
— The Associated Press (@AP) July 19, 2023
#UPDATE The world is on track for its hottest July since measurements began, the European Union’s climate observatory told AFP on Wednesday, as prolonged heatwaves worsened by climate change hit three continents ➡️ https://t.co/5RMiFhYZNb pic.twitter.com/KlNLugcs7G
— AFP News Agency (@AFP) July 19, 2023
Moment Australian sailor and his dog reach dry land after two months at sea https://t.co/K6dS1R0Hv0 pic.twitter.com/L7jK3vTZXA
— BBC News (World) (@BBCWorld) July 19, 2023
Trump handed dual court defeats amid ongoing legal woes
The former US president is facing two criminal proceedings, as well as a civil case brought by writer E Jean Carroll.