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Antony's ex-girlfriend releases new statement following Man Utd return
Antony's ex-girlfriend releases new statement following Man Utd return
Gabriela Cavallin has issued a fresh statement after Antony made his return to Manchester United first-team activities this week. The Brazil winger is under investigation after being accused of assault by three different women.
2023-10-01 21:45
UN incapable of stopping aggressors like Putin invading other countries, says Zelensky
UN incapable of stopping aggressors like Putin invading other countries, says Zelensky
The UN is incapable of preventing aggressors like Vladimir Putin invading other countries, Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky has claimed, as he made an impassioned call for reform of the General Assembly and Security Council to end Russia’s war on his country. The president came face-to-face with a Russian diplomat as he addressed the UN Security Council in New York for the first time since Moscow’s invasion of his country. Mr Zelensky urged reform of the world body, saying: “Humankind no longer pins its hopes on the UN when it comes to the defence of the sovereign border of nations.” He added: “We should not wait for the aggression to be over. We need to act now. Our aspiration for peace should drive the reform.” And accusing Moscow of “criminal and unprovoked aggression”, he called on the General Assembly to remove Russia’s veto power on the Security Council. The 15-member council has met dozens of times since Russia invaded Ukraine in February last year, but it has been unable to take any action because Moscow holds a veto. All eyes had been on a potential encounter between the Ukrainian president and the Russian foreign minister, but Mr Zelensky left the room before Sergei Lavrov spoke, avoiding any clash. Russian ambassador Vassily Nebenzia had objected to the Ukrainian leader’s addressing the gathering, but his protest was stifled by Albanian prime minister Edi Rama, president of the meeting. Mr Zelensky posted on social media afterwards: “574 days of pain, losses, and struggle have already passed since the start of the full-scale aggression launched by the state, which, for some reason, is still present here among the permanent UNSC members. In a long thread, he wrote: “All in the world see what makes the UN incapable. This seat in the Security Council, which Russia occupied illegally, through backstage manipulations following the collapse of the USSR, has been taken by liars whose job is to whitewash Russia’s ongoing aggression and genocide ... “Veto power in the hands of the aggressor is what has pushed the UN into a dead end… “It is impossible to stop the war because all efforts are vetoed by the aggressor.” His proposals include expanding membership of the security council to include Germany and the African Union, among others. He said the epicentre of efforts to protect territorial integrity and sovereignty and human rights, as well as preventing aggression and genocide should be with the UN’s General Assembly and Security Council. Ukrainian soldiers were doing what the UN should be: holding Russia back, he told the security council, he told members. “Ukraine exercises its right to self-defence,” Mr Zelensky said. “Helping Ukraine with weapons in this exercise, by imposing sanctions and exerting comprehensive pressure on the aggressor, as well as voting for relevant resolutions, would mean helping to defend the UN Charter.” The 193-member General Assembly has overwhelmingly voted several times to condemn the invasion and demand Moscow withdraw its troops. They say Russia has violated the 1945 UN Charter. Mr Lavrov accused Western states of using the charter on “a case-by-case basis exclusively based on their parochial geopolitical needs”, which had shaken global stability and fomented hotbeds of tension, he said. On Thursday, the Ukrainian leader is due in Washington to meet US president Joe Biden, members of Congress and military officials to urge continued support for its war effort. While a majority in Congress still support supplying military aid to Ukraine, sceptical voices among Republicans are growing louder as the war’s cost rises. Mr Biden plans to announce a new military aid package during Mr Zelensky’s visit. Read More Ukraine-Russia war – live: Zelensky accuses Putin of ‘criminal and unprovoked aggression’ violating UN charter Ukraine, Russia and the tense U.N. encounter that almost happened — but didn't Zelensky tells UN to not make deals with ‘evil’ Russia: ‘Ask Prigozhin whether Putin can be trusted’ Grain spat drags Ukraine's ties with ally Poland to lowest point since start of Russian invasion Ukraine rejects defective Leopard 1 tanks from Germany after finding ‘serious faults’ Ukraine's allies make legal arguments at top UN court in support of Kyiv's case against Russia
2023-09-21 04:12
Barcelona agree €40m transfer for coveted Brazilian teenager
Barcelona agree €40m transfer for coveted Brazilian teenager
Barcelona have agreed a €40m deal with Athletico Paranaense to sign Brazil international forward Vitor Roque.
2023-07-05 02:40
'I celebrated my 10th birthday in Changi PoW camp'
'I celebrated my 10th birthday in Changi PoW camp'
Olga Henderson, 91, has been reunited with a quilt she made with her fellow child prisoners.
2023-08-16 16:30
Nebraska voter ID bill passes, despite filibuster by lawmaker
Nebraska voter ID bill passes, despite filibuster by lawmaker
Nebraska lawmakers passed a bill Thursday to comply with a voter ID requirement mandated by voters in November
2023-06-02 07:45
Dodgers leave infielder Rosario and reliever Yarbrough off NLDS roster against D-backs
Dodgers leave infielder Rosario and reliever Yarbrough off NLDS roster against D-backs
The Los Angeles Dodgers have left infielder Amed Rosario and reliever Ryan Yarbrough off their roster for the NL Division Series against the Arizona Diamondbacks ahead of Game 1
2023-10-08 02:27
Sunak brings gifts to Biden - and message of UK-US unity
Sunak brings gifts to Biden - and message of UK-US unity
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was set Thursday for White House talks with President Joe Biden armed with reminders of UK ambitions on artificial intelligence and Ukraine -- and a...
2023-06-08 13:47
Hot seat watch: 3 NFL coaches who shouldn't survive Week 1
Hot seat watch: 3 NFL coaches who shouldn't survive Week 1
The NFL hot seat waits for no man, so even after just one week of action, there are coaches out there who should be feeling the heat.
2023-09-11 10:37
Liverpool agree personal terms with Brighton's Alexis Mac Allister
Liverpool agree personal terms with Brighton's Alexis Mac Allister
Liverpool have reached a full agreement over personal terms with Brighton's Alexis Mac Allister.
2023-06-05 19:55
MLB Rumors: Mets trading another star, Juan Soto buzz, Judge calls out Yankees
MLB Rumors: Mets trading another star, Juan Soto buzz, Judge calls out Yankees
MLB Rumors: The Mets could explore an Edwin Diaz tradeIf this idea would have been brought up a few months ago, it would have seemed absolutely crazy. But nobody imagined the New York Mets to be out of the playoff hunt. Nobody thought that New York would have traded their two biggest stars and ent...
2023-08-17 10:47
iPhone 15 overheating fix: Thermal imaging reveals whether iOS 17.0.3 update worked
iPhone 15 overheating fix: Thermal imaging reveals whether iOS 17.0.3 update worked
If you're the owner of a new iPhone 15 and have been experiencing the device
2023-10-06 22:37
You can now get buried in a Gregg's sausage roll thanks to quirky funeral home
You can now get buried in a Gregg's sausage roll thanks to quirky funeral home
A funeral home is offering a range of quirky coffins – including a casket designed like a Greggs sausage roll. Families of loved ones can also opt for a Harry Potter or an Elvis-themed bespoke coffin. Bosses at Go As You Please say no ideas are off limits to help make a difficult day a little lighter. Other designs also include Doctor Who Tardis, a pint of Tennent's Lager and a bottle of Bell's whisky. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter There's also Star Wars, Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead and Only Fools and Horses for former film and TV fans. Some customers have opted for a Dyson themed coffin and a bowls lawn for the £3,300 service. More scaled-down designs include leopard and camouflage print. One late comedy fan even opted for woke comedian Nish Kumar to be wrapped around their coffin. Lego, Betty Boop and Tartan have also been created by the quirky company. The firm – which has branches in the north-east of England and in Edinburgh, Scotland – said the coffins are built to the needs of each individual customer. And they say no idea is off limits when it comes to fulfilling customer's casket wishes. General manager Murdo Chambers, 49, wants to break the taboo of death and dying with the company's wacky coffins. The website reads: "If you would like to lay your loved one to rest in a coffin that is wholly unique to them, then designing a bespoke coffin is a touching way of doing this. "Instead of opting for any coffin from our traditional range, a bespoke coffin or casket can offer a heart-felt and personalised tribute to the loved one that you wish to remember. "Whether it be through your choice of adornments, decorations, colour or print, a personalised coffin is the ideal choice for those looking to honour someone in an everlasting way by truly reflecting their personality and character "No matter how weird or wonderful it may be." Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-06-02 17:55