Новости за 28.01.2023

McIntyre crossed for a try and added 11 points from the tee as the Catalans won for the first time in eight games, a run dating back to November. The Parisians missed out on the chance to go top above Toulouse as they lost for the first time in five league matches. McIntyre found a way over after just 11 minutes before winger George Tilsley crossed to give Perpignan a three-point half-time lead after Jeremy Ward's score for Stade Francais. Tries from Samoa lock Piula Fa'asalele and compatriot... Читать дальше...

The volcano lies in an area near the Bolivian border that is sparsely inhabited but is one of northern Chile's most geologically active regions. Following "an increase in seismicity," the National Geology and Mining Service has raised the alert level for Lascar from yellow to orange. Amid heightened seismic activity, the agency predicted "eruptive pulses with columns exceeding five kilometers in height," with blocks of pumice being projected and ash spread over a wide area. The orange alert will... Читать дальше...

The northerners appeared to be heading for just their second defeat of the campaign after a goal from former Liverpool youth Yasser Larouci put Troyes -- coached by the ex-Australia international Patrick Kisnorbo -- ahead five minutes into the second half. Yet Thomasson, a January signing from Strasbourg, came off the bench to prod in a rebound two minutes from time and earn Lens a draw at the Stade de l'Aube. The result leaves Lens two points behind leaders PSG, who host Reims at the Parc des Princes on Sunday evening. Читать дальше...

With heavy rain forcing a Monday finish Bland, who lost in a play-off last year, added a second straight five-under-par 67 to top the midway leaderboard with Belgium's Thomas Pieters (67) and American amateur Michael Thorbjornsen (64). Sweden's Marcus Kinhult (65), Scotland's Connor Syme (67) and Spain's Adri Arnaus (68) were tied for fourth at nine-under par on a day when the sun was finally shining. But the 60-odd millimetres of rain dumped over the past few days had made the conditions soft and the preferred lies rules were still in play... Читать дальше...

With Carlo Ancelotti's side hosting high-flying Real Sociedad on Sunday, Barca put their rivals under pressure to get a result and keep up with them in the title race. Pedri netted the only goal from close range after an hour at an icy Montilivi on his 100th appearance for Barcelona, after replacing the injured Ousmane Dembele. The French forward limped off in the first half, pulling up after a sprint and asking to be replaced, a blow for Barcelona considering his superb recent form. "I think at grounds like this you have to win... Читать дальше...

Nichols, a 29-year-old Black man, died in a hospital on January 10, three days after a brutal beating by five Black police officers in the southern city of Memphis, Tennessee. The five have since been charged with second-degree murder. Memphis police released body-cam footage of the incident -- after starkly warning viewers of its brutality -- late Friday. "I’m just sad for where we are in America; we’re still here," said Lora King, whose father Rodney King sustained a violent beating by police in Los Angeles in 1991... Читать дальше...

Ahmadi, in her early 20s, was the only Iranian woman to qualify for last year's Beijing Winter Games. "I left Iran to reach my goal, but my heart is with Iran. I love my Iran. I love my people," she told London-based Iran International. "If I could, I would stand by the people so that we can reach freedom together," she said. Iran erupted into protests in September last year following the death in custody of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, an Iranian woman of Kurdish origin, after she was arrested for... Читать дальше...

Despite an error on a triple flip, the 20-year-old triumphed ahead of Belgium's Loena Hendrickx who had started as favourite in the absence of Russia's banned skaters. "I'm in shock, but the work paid off," said Gubanova, dressed in a bright outfit to resemble a sari, after winning the free program in Espoo, Finland. She had already won the short program and finished the competition on 199.91 points. "I was so stressed before skating, and mentally it was very hard," added Gubanova who had represented Russia until 2021. Читать дальше...

Retired NATO general Petr Pavel beat a billionaire former prime minister in an election run-off on Saturday to become the fourth president of the Czech Republic, final results showed.

Former Olympic champion Tuisova was at his bulldozing best and was rewarded for his efforts with a minute left as he claimed his fifth try of the season. Sebastien Taofifenua, Tavite Veredamu, Patrick Sobela were the other scorers as the home side moved up to fourth, just two points behind La Rochelle in third. Urios, who left his job as Bordeaux-Begles head coach in November, took over from the sacked former New Zealand back-rower Jono Gibbes earlier this month with the two-time champions in 10th place. Читать дальше...

Italy international Zaniolo refused to be selected for last weekend's win at Spezia but this time it is Mourinho and the club who have dumped the 23-year-old as Roma attempt to slow rivals Napoli's march to a first league title in more than three decades. Widespread reports in Italy say that Roma are furious with Zaniolo for refusing a 30-million-euro ($32.6 million) move to Bournemouth after talks between the capital club and AC Milan broke down in the week, not even meeting representatives of... Читать дальше...

Protesters have gathered at the place du Trocadero in Paris in a show of support for French nationals detained in Iran amid rising diplomatic tensions between the two countries.

An emotional Aryna Sabalenka said it will take a "few more days" to sink in after battling from a set down to win a maiden Grand Slam title at the Australian Open on Saturday.

Offensive slurs were repeatedly chanted at Salima Mukansanga by fans from Kiyovu Football Club as she refereed their 0-0 draw against Gasogi United on January 20 in Nyamata, south of Kigali. Thierry Murangira, spokesman for the Rwanda Investigative Bureau (RIB), told AFP that three women and three men were arrested on Thursday. "Those arrested are being investigated for hurling insults in public and for discrimination," Murangira said. "They are suspected to have committed these crimes during... Читать дальше...

The Russian-born Kazakh gave as good as she got over three pulsating sets at Melbourne Park before losing 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the face of some ferocious hitting from fifth seed Sabalenka. Rybakina, who has one of the most potent serves in women's tennis and some of the fiercest groundstrokes, powered down nine aces and 31 winners over two hours and 28 minutes of punch and counter-punch. But Sabalenka was unstoppable on Rod Laver Arena, the Belarusian juggernaut hitting back with 17 aces of her own and 51 winners... Читать дальше...

Two young Thai pro-democracy activists began a hunger strike in prison on January 18, 2023 to demand the release of several activists arrested for the crime of "lèse-majesté" – that is, for criticising the royal family. Our Observer, their lawyer, told us how this law is often used to silence democratic opposition.

Now she is a Grand Slam champion after defeating Elena Rybakina in three high-quality sets to win the Australian Open on Saturday. The 24-year-old Belarusian dropped her first set of 2023 in the final in Melbourne but roared back to beat the reigning Wimbledon champion 4-6, 6-3, 6-4. Sabalenka has now won all 11 matches she has contested this season, with big-serving Rybakina the latest to succumb to her power game and new-found mental strength. It is a stark contrast to a year ago. Then, Sabalenka's... Читать дальше...

Waving signs reading "Justice for Tyre" and "End police terror," they headed to Martyrs Park in the center of Memphis. Five police officers have been charged with second-degree murder in the beating of the 29-year-old, who died in a Memphis hospital on January 10 three days after being stopped on suspicion of reckless driving. At 6:00 pm on Friday, (0000 GMT Saturday), the few dozen protesters, chanting "No justice, no peace," managed to block a major road in the city, causing traffic jams. The... Читать дальше...

The defending World Cup crystal globe holder Odermatt had missed the past two events with a knee injury but 10 days ahead of the World Championships in France showed fearsome form. With the mercury at minus 7 and no wind it was a fast course and Odermatt timed 1min 25.57sec over the 2.2km run, with Norway's Kilde just 0.35sec slower and local outsider Mattia Casse in third at 0.49sec. "I really didn't expect it like that. I wasn't sure how much I could go to the limit today.... I just tried to... Читать дальше...

Pope Francis has clarified his recent comments about homosexuality and sin, saying he was merely referring to official Catholic moral teaching that teaches that any sexual act outside of marriage is a sin.

Forging into the lead in the first leg of the slalom at Spindleruv Mlyn, Shiffrin nailed the second leg to beat German Lena Duerr by over half a second. The Colorado-born skier is in such irrepressible form she will be favoured to draw level with Swedish icon Stenmark's tally that has stood for over 30 years in Sunday's second slalom at the Czech ski resort. Shiffrin arrived at Spindleruv Mlyn, where she made her World Cup debut in 2011, on the back of two giant slalom wins in the space of 24 hours this week in Kronplatz. Читать дальше...

The crash is the latest in a string of military aircraft accidents at a time when the government is trying to modernise its armed forces and meet India's complex security challenges. It involved a Russian-made Sukhoi Su-30, carrying two pilots, and a French-built Mirage 2000, operated by a third, and was reported by witnesses to police at around 10:00 am (0430 GMT). Both aircraft took off from the Gwalior air base, around 50 kilometres (30 miles) east of where they came down. "The aircraft were on routine operational flying training mission... Читать дальше...

Peru's Congress rejected on Saturday a request by embattled President Dina Boluarte to bring forward elections to December 2023, as protests that have killed dozens rage on against her leadership.

The 35-year-old Serb is already one major clear of Roger Federer and victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas in the Australian Open final on Sunday will draw him level with Rafael Nadal. For Djokovic, it matters to be the best and he has a strong sense of his historical place in tennis. But he also keeps ploughing on through the highs and lows because it is "a great school of life". "I play professional tennis for several different reasons," he said in Melbourne. "Some personal reason is that I feel... Читать дальше...

That makes the Serb heavy favourite but in Stefanos Tsitsipas his invincibility will face a major test when they meet in the Melbourne Park title match on Sunday. While Djokovic is into a record 33rd Grand Slam final and bidding to equal Nadal's 22 major crowns, the Greek third seed will play only his second. Adding spice to the showdown, the winner will become world number one, dethroning Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz. That is added incentive for Djokovic, who last held the top ranking in June. Читать дальше...