New China Map Draws Another Rejection, This Time From Manila
The Philippines doesn’t recognize Beijing’s latest standard map showing its expansive South China Sea claims, joining opposition from
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On This Day in 2016: David Luiz returns to Chelsea
David Luiz rejoined Chelsea from Paris St Germain in a £32million deal on this day in 2016. The Brazil international returned to familiar territory as then Blues boss Antonio Conte shuffled his pack with full-back Marcos Alonso also arriving from Fiorentina as midfielder Juan Cuadrado joined Juventus on loan. Luiz, then 23, had initially joined Chelsea from Portuguese side Benfica in a deal worth up to £25million in January 2011. He had arrived at Stamford Bridge on the same day as striker Fernando Torres, who cost the reigning champions £50million – a record transfer fee between British clubs – when they lured him away from Liverpool. The defender made 143 appearances in his first spell and won the Champions League, Europa League and the FA Cup before Paris St Germain paid £50million for his services in June 2014 with then Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho preferring to use Gary Cahill and John Terry at the heart of his rearguard. Luiz’s time in France proved hugely successful as PSG dominated on the domestic front, but after two seasons at the Parc des Princes, he could not resist the opportunity to renew his acquaintance with English football. Speaking as his return to the Blues was confirmed, he told the club’s official website: “I’m delighted to return to Chelsea. We had a fantastic story during my first time at the club and I want to help the team and Antonio Conte achieve a lot of success. “I always had a wonderful relationship with the fans and I am looking forward to wearing the blue shirt at Stamford Bridge once again.” Over the length of his three-year contract, Luiz added a league title, an FA Cup and another Europa League trophy to his tally before making a shock – and for some, controversial – £8million move to derby rivals Arsenal in August 2019 after indicating his desire to leave. Luiz spent two seasons at the Emirates Stadium and, now 36, is currently playing his club football with Flamengo in Brazil’s Serie A. Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live
1970-01-01 08:00
Active ETFs Cash In on Corporate Reform in Japan
Actively managed exchange-trade funds are set to launch in Tokyo next week, with one asset manager focusing its
1970-01-01 08:00
HK’s London Trade Office Defaced as UK Seeks Detente With China
The Hong Kong government blasted the vandalism of its trade office in London as a “nefarious” act by
1970-01-01 08:00
Country Garden Posts Record Loss, Warns of Possible Default
Country Garden Holdings Co. warned that it may default on its debt and raised concerns about staying in
1970-01-01 08:00
McConnell's frozen moment renews questions about America's aged leaders
It was an excruciating moment of powerlessness for one of Washington's most powerful men.
1970-01-01 08:00
China’s Top Carriers Trim Losses on Domestic Travel Rebound
China’s three largest airline companies reported significantly narrower losses for the first half of 2023 as Beijing’s lifting
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China Central Bank Meets With Private Firms, Pledges Funding
The People’s Bank of China met with lenders and private businesses on Wednesday, pledging to improve their access
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Country Garden: Debt crisis-hit China property giant in record loss
Country Garden reported a record $6.7bn loss for the first six months of the year.
1970-01-01 08:00
Inter Miami 0-0 Nashville SC: Player ratings as the Herons and Lionel Messi stifled in scoreless draw
Player ratings from Inter Miami and Nashville SC's MLS clash.
1970-01-01 08:00
Nebraska volleyball sets world record for attendance at a women's sporting event, at above 92,000, school says
Memorial Stadium was the place to be on Wednesday night when the University of Nebraska women's volleyball team hosted in-state opponent Omaha.
1970-01-01 08:00
Oil Holds Gain After US Crude Inventories Post Large Decline
Oil held gains after a five-day advance driven by a slump in US inventories and speculation that OPEC+
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