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Analysis-Country Garden undone by promise to bring 5-star life to China's hinterland
Analysis-Country Garden undone by promise to bring 5-star life to China's hinterland
By Clare Jim HONG KONG China's financially beleaguered property developer Country Garden promised "five-star living" to the masses
2023-08-16 16:48
Parents of Michigan teen school shooter to face trial
Parents of Michigan teen school shooter to face trial
By Rich McKay The parents of a teenage school shooter who killed four students and wounded six other
2023-10-03 22:23
TSMC applies for 'permanent' permit to export US equipment to China factory
TSMC applies for 'permanent' permit to export US equipment to China factory
Taiwanese semiconductor giant TSMC said Friday it has applied for -- and expects to receive -- permanent authorisation from Washington to allow the export of US chip-making...
2023-10-13 18:07
A judge called an FBI operative a 'villain.' Ruling comes too late for 2 convicted in terror sting
A judge called an FBI operative a 'villain.' Ruling comes too late for 2 convicted in terror sting
A federal judge recently ordered the release of three of the “Newburgh Four,” who were arrested in 2009 in a fictitious plot to destroy military planes and New York synagogues
2023-08-08 12:04
New Zealand set to reveal bigger deficit in 'no frills' 2023-24 budget
New Zealand set to reveal bigger deficit in 'no frills' 2023-24 budget
By Lucy Craymer WELLINGTON New Zealand Labour government is set to reveal a worse budget bottom line and
1970-01-01 08:00
Bologna's leaning tower sealed off over fears it could collapse
Bologna's leaning tower sealed off over fears it could collapse
Work has begun on a barrier around the Garisenda Tower and authorities say the situation is 'critical'.
2023-12-02 14:06
Ange Postecoglou’s four new signings breathe fresh life into different Tottenham
Ange Postecoglou’s four new signings breathe fresh life into different Tottenham
Something is different at Tottenham: check the table, they are top and playing like league leaders as well. Ange Postecoglou’s side returned there after confidently asserting their superiority over Fulham in this comfortable 2-0 win in north London. Tottenham extended their best start to a season since 1960 with a helping hand from the visitors, who were hapless, and Calvin Bassey, who was culpable for both goals and fortunate it wasn’t more. Spurs, in essence, scored the same goal twice, with Bassey giving away possession with a loose pass into midfield and Micky van de Ven sharply intercepting on the half-way line. Son dispatched the first on 36 minutes after dancing past Bassey and curling into the top corner; then Son set up James Maddison to double their lead shortly after half-time. The finish, again, was ruthless. Spurs could have been out of sight long before then had Richarlison and Dejan Kulusevski been as clinical, but a seventh victory out of nine so far in the Premier League never felt in doubt after Son continued his own excellent start to the campaign. Spurs enjoyed periods of control and flowed forward dangerously. There was, significantly, a sense that Tottenham’s players were enjoying this. Clearly, that is mirrored in the stands as well: if Postecoglou has arrived and convinced Tottenham they can be something new, the fans chosen to be fun and carefree. It is not surprising, therefore, that that spirit has been brought by those who did not play here under Antonio Conte or Nuno Espirito Santo or Jose Mourinho, and who embody the fresh start that Postecoglou has been able to make. The Australian’s four summer signings who started against Fulham, in Maddison, Van de Ven, goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario and Destiny Udogie, were all outstanding again. If Postecoglou’s presence has lifted Spurs, they are the ones who carry his message onto the pitch. Maddison’s quality is obvious in every touch, as is the idea that he has taken responsibility to drag Tottenham out of the existential crisis they faced here last season. The centre-back Van de Ven has become an unlikely fan favourite, bringing an energy and enthusiasm into every defensive action. Tottenham’s two goals would not have been scored without him and it was an illustration of why the German has become so appealing to the fans here: he wants this, and he’s doing it for you. Add in the quality that was already here and this Tottenham side has the makings of something exciting: how good this team really is remains to be seen, but another remarkable aspect of the transformation under Postecoglou is how those who appeared beaten and washed out last season have been revived. Son is devastating again, Kulusevski threatening with every touch, his dribble returning to such a fine, gliding motion. Perhaps most extraordinarily of all, Cristian Romero has emerged as the calm head guiding the defence. Yet in the first half, it was Udogie who shined brightest in spells, the 20-year-old a fearless example of what Tottenham are now all about. In his hybrid role from full-back, the Italian is already becoming vital to this attacking, dangerous Spurs, often playing further forward then Maddison when Postecoglou’s side have possession. Udogie, with his ability to receive the ball with back to goal, absorb pressure, and then shrug it off like a discarded cloak, offered a threat that Fulham struggled to pin down – the visitors breathed a sigh of relief when he was removed as Tottenham went 2-0 up. Udogie went off to a standing ovation. Son turned and beckoned for more. Meanwhile, there is Vicario, who looks as if he won’t concede a goal ever again. Already with the best save percentage in the Premier League before Monday night, the Italian has stepped in to give Tottenham a secure and reassuring presence. The goalkeeper appears built to handle the nervy moments that invariably come with playing for Tottenham, a part that Hugo Lloris, for all his years here, never felt quite fit for. Because for all that Tottenham were dominant against Fulham and the only team who ever looked capable of winning, there have previously been times where such a script has gone wildly off course. On 12 minutes, Vicario was there with an excellent leap and strong left arm to deny Palhinha’s free header, in what was the visitors’ first attack. It was a moment that came after a spell of overwhelming Tottenham dominance, and therefore a natural point for them to concede. But Fulham barely threatened again until it was too late. Silva’s side were a mess at the back, the absence of Issa Diop at the back compounded by Bassey’s woefully inaccurate performance. Fulham teased Tottenham with their reckless play into midfield: it may have worked in the past, against a passive Spurs, but Van de Ven and the excellent Pape Matar Sarr snapped into challenges and from there Fulham leaked chances like a sieve. And so, Postecoglou’s different Spurs left the Premier League table looking as it did at the start of the weekend: Tottenham are back at the top and looking down. Read More Tottenham Hotspur vs Fulham LIVE: Latest Premier League updates Ange Postecoglou hopes Tottenham can offer fans ‘escape’ from Israel-Hamas conflict Tottenham reveal Rodrigo Bentancur injury update as key midfielder nears return Can Tottenham’s best-ever Premier League start really go the distance? 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2023-10-24 05:43
Countries agree to slash shipping emissions but not enough to stay within warming limits
Countries agree to slash shipping emissions but not enough to stay within warming limits
Maritime nations agreed Friday to slash emissions from the shipping industry to net zero by about 2050 in a deal that many experts and some nations say falls well short of what’s needed to curb warming to agreed temperature limits
2023-07-07 18:07
Cardinals: Nolan Arenado addresses trade rumors in post game interview
Cardinals: Nolan Arenado addresses trade rumors in post game interview
Instead of addressing the St. Louis Cardinals' heartbreaking loss to the Chicago Cubs, Nolan Arenado was forced to address questions about a possible trade before Tuesday's deadline.While St. Louis Cardinals management has not addressed the rumors of a possible trade involving their su...
2023-07-29 20:10
Two jailed for acting as getaway drivers during Dublin hotel murder
Two jailed for acting as getaway drivers during Dublin hotel murder
David Byrne, 33, was shot dead at a boxing weigh-in event at the city's Regency Hotel in 2016.
1970-01-01 08:00
South American presidents led by Lula seek new shared agenda
South American presidents led by Lula seek new shared agenda
By Lisandra Paraguassu and Anthony Boadle BRASILIA South American presidents are gathering in Brasilia on Tuesday for their
2023-05-30 16:03
Independent film Susie Q trends on Amazon Prime
Independent film Susie Q trends on Amazon Prime
Independent comedy/crime movie 'Susie Q' - created by Vilan Trub - has become one of the top 5,000 streaming movies in the UK on Amazon Prime.
2023-11-18 00:54