Новости за 21.01.2023

The Japanese added to triumphs in 1989 and 2007 in coming through a two-day contest near Lyon against 17 teams from around the globe all comprising a chocolate maker, a sugar expert and a master ice cream maker. Feted French pastry chef and chocolatier Pierre Herme saluted the winning entrants for their "attention to detail, perseverance, commitment" in producing a dessert on the theme of wind and lightness at Chassieu, outside Lyon in eastern France. "The level of competition rises with every edition... Читать дальше...

Arruda had only taken up the post on December 30, two days before the end of Bolsonaro's mandate, and was confirmed by Lula's administration in early January. He will be replaced by southeastern army commander Tomas Ribeiro Paiva, GloboNews reported. Arruda had taken part in Lula's first meeting with his military top brass on Friday. Neither made a statement at the conclusion of those discussions. The move comes days after Lula removed several dozen soldiers from his security detail following the unrest. Читать дальше...

Japan forward Furuhashi matched his total for last season thanks to a first-half double in the fourth-round tie at Parkhead. Aaron Mooy also scored twice, with David Turnbull on target as well. Celtic went ahead from the penalty spot following a harsh VAR decision against former Hoops defender Efe Ambrose. Bhoys manager Ange Postecoglou, who has made his opposition to VAR clear, had no desire to revisit the topic as he praised Celtic's approach to a potentially tricky cup tie. "I thought the attitude of the boys was great," he said. Читать дальше...

Tens of thousands of Israelis gathered in Tel Aviv on Saturday night to protest plans by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s new government to overhaul the judicial system, measures that opponents say imperil the country's democratic fundamentals.

"People who love the state came to defend its democracy, its courts, the idea of a common life and a common good," Lapid tweeted, vowing to "not give up until we win." Saturday's demonstration was the largest so far since Lapid's successor Benjamin Netanyahu returned to power last month at the head of the most right-wing government in the country's history. Some 100,000 protesters turned out in central Tel Aviv, according to Israeli media estimates, filling the streets with blue and white national flags. Читать дальше...

Peru has closed its famed tourist site Machu Picchu amid anti-government protests, its Ministry of Culture said Saturday, with hundreds of tourists having been left stranded near the Inca citadel amid deadly unrest.

Investigations into Qatargate – the corruption scandal currently engulfing the European Parliament – took a spectacular turn this week when one of the prime suspects said Tuesday that he would cooperate with Belgian authorities. New revelations are expected to accelerate investigations and further implicate other suspects.

Visitors Freiburg were hoping to cut the gap to Bayern Munich to two points after the leaders' 1-1 draw at RB Leipzig on Friday. But they capitulated after falling behind to Patrick Wimmer's second-minute opener. Wind scored twice in the space of nine minutes to put the home side three goals to the good at the break. Wolfsburg added three more in the second half, through Yannick Gerhardt, Ridle Baku and Luca Waldschmidt's late penalty, to move up to sixth place. Wolfsburg are now unbeaten in 10 matches... Читать дальше...

After losing the toss and been put in to bat, Ireland made 294-7 in Harare with Doheny and Harry Tector (75) the chief contributors. In response, Zimbabwe never matched the tourists' run rate and despite half centuries from former England Test batsman Gary Ballance (52) and Innocent Kaia (51), they fell short. Zimbabwe were all out for 248 in 47.3 overs, and now the stage is set for a series decider on Monday. "It was hard to know if it was going to be enough (runs)," said Doheny. "We knew it was a good total... Читать дальше...

Moukoko, was set to become a free agent in the summer of 2023 and German media reported that several of Europe's major clubs including Barcelona, Chelsea and Liverpool, along with Saudi-backed Newcastle, had indicated an interest in the youngster. Moukoko, 18, came through Dortmund's junior ranks after joining from St Pauli in 2016, scoring 141 goals in just 88 games before moving to the senior side. The Germany striker debuted in the top grade in November 2020 just one day after his 16th birthday... Читать дальше...

Panahi, 62, who has won a string of awards at European film festivals, was arrested on July 11 and had been due to serve a six-year sentence handed down in 2010 after his conviction for "propaganda against the system". But on October 15, the Supreme Court quashed the conviction and ordered a retrial. "Early this morning, judicial officials told me that they will make a decision about Panahi by the end of the week," his lawyer, Saleh Nikbakht, told AFP. "Panahi's case had remained blocked in the courts since mid-October... Читать дальше...

The Danish ace and top seed, fresh from his Malaysia Open win on Sunday, served out his fourth-seed opponent in 38 minutes in the men's singles semi-finals in New Delhi. "I feel really good. I felt really fresh going into my match today," said Axelsen, whose quarter-final match on Friday was cut short when his compatriot Rasmus Gemke retired with a leg injury. "I moved well and shots were good." Axelsen, who won the India Open in 2017 and 2019, will take on Thailand's Kunlavut Vitidsarn -- who... Читать дальше...

Tanzania's main opposition party held Saturday its first mass rally since the lifting of a ban imposed in 2016, raising hopes the government is committed to increased political freedom in the East African nation.

Pace spearhead Mohammed Shami returned figures of 3-18 to help dismiss the Black Caps for 108 after India elected to bowl first in Raipur. Rohit made 51 as India romped home in 20.1 overs to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. And the captain said his bowlers had made an impression with their seam movement at home since the recent ODI sweep of Sri Lanka when Mohammed Siraj led the charge with nine wickets. "These last five games (including three against Sri Lanka), bowlers... Читать дальше...

Kilde had a scare in Friday's first downhill on the famed Streif course, going wide from the final traverse into the jump that leads into the finish area. The Norwegian was just centimetres away from hitting the safety netting as he exited with a dramatic one-ski save. There followed a horrific crash for teammate Henrik Roea, who caught an edge just metres before the finish and ended up propelled forwards as his legs split in a freak accident. "It was a really tough day yesterday with my run and a painful hand. Читать дальше...

Speaking at Goree Island off the Senegalese capital of Dakar, the largest slave trading centre on the African coast, Yellen voiced "an overwhelming sense of sadness and pain thinking about those stolen from their families." "In both Africa and the United States, even as we have made tremendous strides, we are still living with the brutal consequences of the trans-Atlantic slave trade," she said alongside Goree's Mayor Augustin Senghor. "Ultimately, Goree Island reminds us that the histories of... Читать дальше...

The former Republic of Ireland boss was put in charge of the second-tier strugglers until the end of the season on Wednesday after Michael Appleton was sacked just seven months into his reign. But McCarthy's hopes of getting going this weekend were dashed by bad weather in the northwest, with the surface at Bloomfield Road deemed unplayable. "This afternoon's game against Huddersfield Town has been postponed due to a frozen pitch," said a Blackpool statement. "Despite the best efforts of the club's groundstaff with covers and lighting rigs... Читать дальше...

The 39-year-old defender, sacked by his Mexican club Pumas after his arrest, is being held in custody without bail in Barcelona. The charge of sexual assault in Spain can mean anything from unsolicited and unwanted sexual groping to rape. While police declined to give details on the case, a source close to the investigation told AFP that Alves is accused by the woman of rape. She reiterated her accusation before the judge on Friday, the source added. Alves, who played for Barcelona for eight seasons between 2008-2016... Читать дальше...

In tricky, snowy conditions, the Norwegian clocked 1min 56.90sec to net 100,000 euros ($108,000) in prize money, part of a 1m-euro pot on offer for three days of racing in the upmarket Tyrolean resort. The result took Kilde to 225 points behind Switzerland's Marco Odermatt in the overall World Cup standings. The Swiss racer opted out Saturday after taking a bang to his knee in Friday's downhill, perhaps with an eye fixed on the February 6-19 world champs in Courchevel and Meribel. "What a week!" said Kilde... Читать дальше...

As China on Sunday welcomes the Lunar New Year, many families are reuniting over the holidays for the first time since the Covid-19 crisis erupted. Following tough “Zero Covid” closures, China’s borders have been reopened this year, bringing festive cheer and a few emotional tears at border crossings.

On the surface, booming US shale gas production looks like the perfect solution for Europe as its reels from the energy crisis created by tearing itself away from Russian gas. But analysts say it is no panacea.

Pakistan-born Raza missed the Twenty20 series between the countries this month, which Zimbabwe won 2-1, as he was playing franchise cricket in Bangladesh. Returning for the longer one-day format, his 43 helped Zimbabwe win a thrilling, rain-affected first ODI thanks to a boundary from wicketkeeper Clive Madande off the final ball. Raza has been nominated for three ICC 2022 awards -- Cricketer of the Year, ODI Cricketer of the Year and T20 Cricketer of the Year. His decision to field first was... Читать дальше...

Fresh from their victory in the previous leg in Cape Town, the Samoans opened with a comfortable defeat of Kenya but were toppled 21-10 in their second pool game by France. They then needed to beat Pacific rivals Fiji to advance to the final eight on Sunday. Samoa led 12-7 early in the second half before the two-time Olympic champions finished with a flourish, scoring tries through Viwa Naduvalo and Manueli Maisamoa to win 22-12. Fiji were among three teams to boast perfect records in group play. Читать дальше...

Turkey said on Saturday that it had called off a visit by Sweden's defence minister over a planned anti-Turkey protest in Stockholm.

Dozens of male and female wrestlers, including Olympic and Commonwealth medallists, had announced a boycott of all competitions until Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh was removed. Singh, who is also a member of parliament from the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has denied the allegations. Wrestler Bajrang Punia announced the decision to call off the protest after talks with India's Sports Minister Anurag Thakur on Friday. "The minister told us that... Читать дальше...