By Tony Liao and Ko Lin NEW YORK, USA, (CNA) – Permanent representatives to the United Nations from nine of Taiwan’s diplomatic allies on Thursday sent a joint letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres calling for the country’s inclusion in the world governing body. In the letter, the allies said the U.N. should take proactive actions to address the “malicious distortions” to UN Resolution 2758 that have endangered the status quo in the Taiwan Strait as well as peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. It called for the UN to facilitate Taiwan’s participation and incorporate the latter’s contribution to…
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Michael Lomas was extradited to South Africa and landed at OR Tambo International Airport on Friday morning. Lomas is a former Kusile contractor wanted in connection with the R745-million Eskom paid to Tubular Construction Project that exposed Eskom to R1.4-billion in costs as per the escalation of the contract at the Kusile power station. At the airport, Lomas, in a wheelchair and wearing a neck brace, was accompanied by members of the SAPS Interpol extradition unit. He faces several charges of fraud, corruption, money laundering and offering and receiving unauthorised gratifications. It is alleged that the bribes were paid to…
The head coach of Chelsea Football Club, Enzo Maresca, wrote his name into the history book of the Premier League by equaling Pep Guardiola’s record.The Italian International became the first manager in Premier League history to win his first three away goals, a feat that has only been achieved by Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola in 2016. This achievement was completed after Chelsea’s impressive 3-0 victory over West Ham United at the London Stadium.Enzo Maresca achieved this feat in the games against Wolverhampton Wanderers, Bournemouth, and West Ham. On the other hand, Pep Guardiola achieved his own feat against Swansea, Manchester…
Francisco Lindor’s bad back has kept him out of the Mets’ lineup for each of the team’s last five games, but the star shortstop is showing some positive signs of recovery. Lindor told reporters (including MLB.com’s Anthony DiComo) that he received a facet joint injection on Thursday, which was meant to help quell or at least reduce the back discomfort that Lindor had been trying to play through for most of September prior to this recent shutdown period.“I’m trying to do whatever it takes to come back as soon as I can,” Lindor said. “Without [the injection]…it didn’t feel like…
On September 18, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted a resolution calling for Israel to terminate its illegal occupation of Palestinian territory within one year. The vote, which concluded with 124 in favour, 12 against, and 43 abstained, has been interpreted by some as a significant triumph for Palestinian advocacy. Yet, the fact that 54 countries (excluding Israel) – constituting about 28 percent of all member states – did not back the resolution cannot be overlooked. It not only signifies a failure of moral courage but also underscores a pervasive hypocrisy that continues to shape global governance. In fact,…
With the start of the annual United Nations General Assembly, New York City’s busiest traffic time of the year begins. The Department of Transportation has released its list of Gridlock Alert days through the end of 2024. Starting Monday, Sept. 24, drivers and other road users can expect more traffic than usual. This year, there are a total of 20 days that officials have deemed will have overwhelming traffic. Road closures have already begun for the UNGA, so make sure to check your routes this weekend as well. Traffic data shows average vehicle speeds in the Midtown Central Business District during…
Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi directed a comprehensive evaluation of the performance of all sports federations that participated in the Egyptian Olympic delegation for the Paris 2024 Games. This seeks to ensure the improvement of the performance of the sports system; establish principles of accountability and transparency; and remove any obstacles encountering athletes and all elements of various sports, thereby achieving the desired outcome of their participation in competitions and showcasing the high performance that befits Egypt and brings joy to its great people. In light of the report presented to the President by the Minister of Youth and Sports,…
Chelsea’s forward player, Nicolas Jackson, etched his name into the club’s history by equaling Didier Drogba’s Premier League record.The Senegalese international became the first player to score two goals in the opening 18 minutes of a Premier League match. Nicolas Jackson achieved this feat in the game against West Ham United on Saturday, September 21, 2024, which was also his 50th appearance for the Blues in the league.Chelsea’s legend, Didier Drogba, achieved this feat in January 2005 in a Premier League game against Middlesbrough. The Ivorian international scored two goals in the opening 18 minutes of the game against Boro.Nicolas…
While Malik Nabers is the unquestionable headliner for the New York Giants offense this season, the rest of the wide receiver corps has gotten off to a quiet start. Through two games, Nabers has 15 catches for 193 yards and one touchdown. Only one other Giants wideout has found the end zone, as Wan’Dale Robinson (eight catches, 62 yards, one score) did so in Week 2.After Nabers and Robinson, Darius Slayton checks in at No. 3 in the Giants’ passing game, with six catches for 59 yards. However, one name that’s missing from the early-season stats is second-year pass-catcher Jalin Hyatt.…
At least 22 Palestinians have been killed in an Israeli attack that hit a school sheltering displaced people in Gaza City, according to Gaza’s Ministry of Health. The Palestinian Civil Defence agency in Gaza confirmed that Israel targeted the Zeitoun School in the eastern part of Gaza City on Saturday. Those killed include 13 children, six women, and a three-month-old baby, the Government Media Office said in a statement, adding that Israel had committed a “horrific massacre”. At least 30 people were wounded, the ministry said, including several who suffered severe burns. Two people remain missing. Civil defence spokesman Mahmud…