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China stages mock missile strikes on Taiwan, jets with live missiles used in drills

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

China staged two-day military exercises involving mock missile strikes and bomber formations targeting Taiwan. These drills, launched after Taiwan's new president, Lai Ching-te, took office, are seen as punishment for his pro-independence stance. The exercises included naval and air operations, testing China's ability to control key areas of Taiwan. Taiwan condemned the actions, mobilizing its forces in response. The U.S. Navy monitored the situation, emphasizing its commitment to regional stability. Читать дальше...

Nadal handed tough draw against Zverev at French Open

Cyprus Mail 

Rafa Nadal was handed a tough start to what is expected to be his farewell to the French Open as the record 14-times champion was drawn against fourth seed Alexander Zverev in the first round. Novak Djokovic will begin his quest for a 25th Grand Slam crown against local hope Pierre-Hugues Herbert, while top-ranked Iga Swiatek kicks […]

Thursday 23rd May – Professional’s Prize To The Ladies

Greystones Golf Club 

Thursday 23rd May Professional’s Prize To The Ladies No Played:60 Winner:  Deirdre Aherne (15)                        37 pts (Back 9) Runner Up: Marguerite Hamill (16)             37 pts Gross   Jennifer Moore (9)                             23 pts Class 1 Inesa O’Gallagher (15)                      34 pts (back 9) Class 2 Patricia Moore (24)                           36 pts Class 3 Celine Joyce (34)                               33 pts […]

England’s football fortunes add sporting drama to UK election

Cyprus Mail 

Does British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak risk scoring an own goal by calling an election during the 2024 European Championship soccer tournament in July?Sunak, himself a soccer fan, might be hoping for a boost to his struggling campaign if England do well, although whether there really is a link between sport and elections is disputed by experts. Given the […]

Arrests for illegal work

Cyprus Mail 

By Robert Morgan Police arrested six people for illegal employment and two for illegal residence in the republic in a property under renovation in Famagusta province on Thursday. Four of them were employed by a 69-year-old who admitted to the illegal hires, investigators said. The employers of the others are expected to be identified as […]