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- The Independent
Rodri gives verdict on football’s age-old Messi v Ronaldo debate and names his all-time GOAT
The latest Ballon d’Or winner is in no doubt about who he believes is the greatest footballer of all time
- RFI
Kenya investigates alleged kidnapping of Ugandan opposition leader Besigye
Kenyan authorities were on Thursday investigating the alleged abduction from Nairobi of the prominent Ugandan opposition politician Kizza Besigye after he appeared at a military court in Kampala. Besigye, the former president of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), was charged at the Makindye General Court Martial with possessing an illegal firearm four days after he disappeared in the Kenyan capital.The 68-year-old will remain in custody at Luzira Prison, south-eastern Kampala, until 2 Decemb
- Reuters
BBVA's Sabadell deal poses risks for small business lending, competition watchdog says
MADRID (Reuters) -Spain's competition watchdog has said that BBVA's commitments to address potential concerns over its Sabadell takeover bid are insufficient to reduce risks in areas such as small business lending and a longer review is needed. Last week, the regulator said that BBVA's all-share offer for Sabadell, valued in April at more than 12 billion euros ($12.64 billion), must undergo a longer phase 2 antitrust review that could extend the process well into 2025 in a deal opposed by the government. As shares in BBVA have fallen around 15%, the deal is now worth around 10 billion euros.
- The Guardian
Russia fired intercontinental ballistic missile at Dnipro, says Ukraine
Use of weapon, which can carry nuclear payload, would mark its first use in any armed conflict if confirmed
- BBC
Milhouse voice actress retires from The Simpsons
Pamela Hayden also voiced Ned Flanders' sons Rod and Todd and school bully Jimbo Jones.
- Engadget
Amazon Black Friday deals include the Fire Max 11 tablet for a record low of $140
The Amazon Fire Max 11 tablet is on sale for $140 as part of an early Black Friday deal. The typical price is $230.
- Sky video
Developed countries at COP29 urged to put a figure on climate cash as deadline looms
Fears are mounting that COP29 will end without a dollar figure on the cash developed countries will commit to helping combat the climate crisis.
- The Telegraph
The Maga think tank masterminds behind Trump’s second term
When Donald Trump enters the White House on Jan 20 next year, many of the people around him will have something in common.
- BBC
Fourth tourist dies of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos
Some suspect they consumed drinks laced with methanol, a deadly substance often found in bootleg alcohol.
- The Guardian
FCA plans to allow lenders longer to respond to car finance complaints
Firms could get up to a year to respond to mis-selling complaints after shock court ruling last month
- Yahoo TV UK
Russell Watson warns Davina McCall will face 'longer recovery' after brain surgery
Singer Russell Watson has had brain surgery twice, but said he expected Davina McCall to be in recovery for longer than he was.
- Evening Standard
21-11-24 – Ice And Snow, Very Cold Day Ahead-
21-11-24 – Ice And Snow, Very Cold Day Ahead-
- Reuters
Nasdaq futures lead declines after Nvidia's forecast disappoints
At 04:20 a.m. ET, Dow E-minis were down 80 points, or 0.18%, S&P 500 E-minis were down 25.75 points, or 0.43%, and Nasdaq 100 E-minis were down 127.75 points, or 0.62%. Nvidia beat quarterly profit expectations, but the company projected its slowest revenue growth in seven quarters and its adjusted gross margins shrank, sending its shares down 3.8% in premarket trading. "At face value, Nvidia has once again generated the kind of growth that most companies will never achieve in their lifespan," said Dan Coatsworth, investment analyst at AJ Bell.
- People
One-Eyed Rescue Dog Waiting 4 Years for a Family Hopes to Get an Adopter as an Early Christmas Gift
Norberta the pit bull mix is one of countless shelter pets that Chewy Claus and Best Friends Animal Society hopes to find homes for this holiday season.
- People
Rod Stewart, 79, Announces ‘End of Large Scale World Tours’ but Has No Plans to Retire: 'I Do What I Love'
“I’m fit, have a full head of hair, and can run 100 meters in 18 seconds at the jolly old age of 79," the rocker wrote on Instagram on Wednesday, Nov. 20
- Hello!
Prince William's makes heartbreaking confession during latest outing
Prince William made a heartbreaking confession when he headed to South Wales without his wife Kate Middleton. See details.
- The Canadian Press
Prosecutors in Serbia arrest 11 people over roof collapse at train station that killed 15 people
BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Eleven people have been arrested in Serbia in connection with a roof collapse earlier this month at a train station in the northern city of Novi Sad that killed 15 people and severely injured two others, prosecutors said Thursday.
- The Canadian Press
Police say gunmen open fire on vehicles in Pakistan's restive northwest, killing at least 8 Shiites
PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) — Gunmen opened fire on passenger vehicles carrying Shiite Muslims in restive northwest Pakistan on Thursday, killing at least eight people and wounding others, police said.
- The Guardian
Royal Mail owner considering job cuts and price hikes on stamps and parcels
International Distribution Services blamed budget for adding £120m to yearly costs through NICs increase
- Evening Standard
Winter Appeal: ‘I was told I could stay in the UK — then kicked out of my asylum accommodation’
As our Winter Appeal hits £1million, we turn the spotlight on an official policy that’s making newly recognised refugees homeless