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ReutersAllianz withdraws $1.63 billion offer for Singapore's Income Insurance
Allianz has withdrawn its offer to acquire at least 51% of Singapore's Income Insurance for about $1.63 billion, the German company said in a statement on Monday. Reuters reported on Dec. 13 that the German insurer has scrapped the proposed acquisition. Allianz said in Monday's statement that the decision came in light of the Singapore government's announcement during a parliament sitting on Oct. 14 and subsequent changes to the country's Insurance Act.
- Associated Press
For the first time in 8 years, a US Navy ship makes a port call in Cambodia, a top Chinese ally
A U.S. Navy warship arrived Monday in Cambodia, the first such visit in eight years to a nation that is China’s close ally in Southeast Asia. Cambodia's government has suggested the port call reflects an upgrade in often-strained relations. The USS Savannah docked at the port of Sihanoukville on the Gulf of Thailand for a five-day visit.
- Reuters
German Chancellor Scholz to ask parliament to clear way for new elections
BERLIN (Reuters) -Chancellor Olaf Scholz will call on Germany's parliament on Monday to declare it has no confidence in him, taking the first formal step towards securing early elections following his government's collapse. The departure last month of the neoliberal Free Democrats from the three-way coalition left Scholz's Social Democrats and the Greens governing without a parliamentary majority just when Germany faces its deepest economic crisis in a generation. "If legislators follow the path I am recommending, I will suggest to the President that he dissolve parliament," Scholz told reporters on Wednesday after requesting the motion.
- The Telegraph
Ben Stokes’ gut-wrenching injury creates major concern for England
Ben Stokes spent most of the day on the treatment table having his hamstring iced as the England captain’s robustness as a Test match all-rounder once again became a major concern.
- Evening Standard
Sober for party season? No thanks! Why this Londoner won't be cutting back on alcohol
The rise of ‘sober coaching’ is of no interest to Henry Conway, who can find an appropriate tipple for any occasion
- Evening Standard
FTSE 100 Live 16 December: Royal Mail deal 'approved', Canal+ set to list
The sale of Royal Mail’s parent company to a Czech billionaire is in the spotlight after the BBC reported that the takeover has been approved by the Government. Daniel Kretinsky’s EP Group from current owner International Distribution Services is due to be announced on Monday, according to the report. The Government will reportedly keep a so-called “golden share” that will mean it needs to approve any key changes to Royal Mail’s ownership, headquarter location and tax residency.
- The Canadian Press
2 teens killed, 4 injured in shooting at makeshift club in Houston
HOUSTON (AP) — Two teens were killed and four were injured — including a 13-year-old girl — in a shooting at a makeshift club in Houston, police said Sunday.
- Sky News
Seven tourists taken to hospital in Fiji after drinking cocktails at resort bar
Seven foreign tourists have been taken to hospital after drinking cocktails at a five-star resort in Fiji, authorities have said. Australians are among the tourists who became ill after drinking at the Warwick Fiji resort on the south coast of Viti Levu island on Saturday, Fiji's government said in a statement. Local media reports suggest an American tourist is also among those who were taken to hospital.
- Hello!
Wolf Hall viewers all saying same thing about final episode
Viewers who tuned into the final episode of the BBC hit historical drama, Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light, are all saying the same thing about the show…
- Evening Standard
Mark Cavendish wins 'very special' Sports Personality of the Year Lifetime Achievement award
The 39-year-old ended his career in fitting fashion with victory in the Tour de France Criterium in Singapore
- The Telegraph
Nearly 1,000 feared dead after cyclone devastates French island
Nearly 1,000 people are feared to be dead after Cyclone Chido hit the French Indian Ocean territory of Mayotte.
- The Telegraph
Half of young vapers choose ‘big puff’ vapes set to avoid ban
Almost half of young vapers are using so-called “big puff” vapes that could avoid the Government’s crackdown on disposable devices.
- Euronews
South Korea court begins President Yoon's impeachment trial
Members of parliament in Seoul voted to impeach the president on Saturday after he imposed a short-live martial law order that thrust the country into political chaos.View on euronews
- USA TODAY
'Yellowstone' finale recap: John Dutton's funeral, another death and a '1883' ranch sale
"Yellowstone" came to a bloody end with a big death and a fitting John Dutton funeral. What happens to Rip and Beth?
- The Independent
Pressure grows on government as MPs demand answers on Prince Andrew ‘Chinese spy’
Home secretary warns UK will take ‘very strong approach’ to national security but admits Britain still needs economic cooperation with Chinese state
- The Independent
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin accused of ‘violating rules’ as two Russian oil tankers wrecked near Crimea
Fears of Black Sea ecological disaster as Russian tanker sinks while carrying 4,000 tonne of oil
- USA TODAY Sports
Mike Tomlin fumes at NFL refs' handling of fight between Steelers, Eagles
Mike Tomlin was none too pleased with how officials chose to handle the fallout of a fight between Steelers and Eagles player on Sunday.
- The Independent
Mathew Horne addresses James Corden feud claims after being ‘silenced’ for 15 years
‘I couldn’t really do anything about it,’ actor said
- KCRA - Sacramento Videos
Northern California Forecast: Meteorologist Dirk Verdoorn shows what weather is headed our way this upcoming week -11 p.m. December 15
Areas of patchy dense fog are present Sunday morning along with areas with frost in the Valley.
- The Independent
Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Afghanistan in Zimbabwe 2024/2025
Follow all the action from Harare Sports Club