Новости за 13.05.2023

The death toll linked to a doomsday cult in Kenya hit 201 Saturday after police exhumed 22 more bodies, most of them bearing signs of starvation, according to the coast regional commissioner.

Israel and the Islamic Jihad militant group in the Gaza Strip agreed to an Egyptian-brokered cease-fire late Saturday, ending five days of intense fighting that left 33 Palestinians, including at least 13 civilians, dead. Two people in Israel were killed by rocket fire.

The killings came a day after a lion believed to be the world's oldest in the wild was speared by herders when he wandered into a livestock pen on the outskirts of the famed Amboseli National Park. "A total of 10 lions (have been) killed in the Amboseli ecosystem" since last week, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) said in a statement, adding that officials had met with community members to discuss the issue. "The discussions centered on exploring ways to minimise the risk of human-wildlife conflict... Читать дальше...

Sunrisers batsman Heinrich Klaasen was docked 10 percent of his match fee for showing dissent after a controversial no-ball call that sparked the home crowd to shout abuse at the Lucknow dug-out. The match was briefly stopped as the umpires spoke to the Lucknow bench, including an animated coach Andy Flower, whose team moved back into the top four. In the second game of the day, Punjab kept their play-off hopes alive after Prabhsimran hit 103 off 65 balls and guided his team to 167-7. Harpreet... Читать дальше...

Defeated ended La Rochelle's run of 10 straight wins but it had little effect domestically as they remain in second place and qualified for the semi-finals. With a place in the play-offs already secured, coach Ronan O'Gara took the opportunity to rest a host of key players ahead of their Champions Cup final in Dublin. For reigning French champions Montpellier, the win ended a run of three successive losses. Hooker Vincent Giudicelli (two), South African centre Jean Serfontein and fly-half Louis... Читать дальше...

Opening batsman Prabhsimran's 103 off 65 balls guided Punjab to 167-7 after being put in to bat first at Delhi's Feroz Shah Kotla ground. Brar then returned figures of 4-30 with his left-arm spin as Delhi suffered a collapse to end on 136-8 despite a strong start from skipper David Warner, who hit 54 off 27 balls. Punjab moved to sixth to improve their chances of making the final four for a spot in the play-offs. Delhi remain bottom of the heap and are out of the running. Warner seemed to take... Читать дальше...

Inhabitants of Beledweyne town in Hiran region were forced out of their homes as heavy rainfall caused water levels to rise sharply, with residents carrying their belongings on top of their heads as they waded through flooded streets in search of refuge. "Some 200,000 people are now displaced due to the Shabelle River flash floods in Beledweyne town and the number may increase anytime. It is a preliminary figure now," said Ali Osman Hussein, deputy governor for social affairs in Hiran region. "We... Читать дальше...

Northampton were aggrieved that Maitland was not at least sin-binned for clattering into George Furbank with his elbows during an aerial collision that left the England back needing lengthy treatment. Referee Karl Dickson issued only a penalty and in making a quick decision declined to consult the TMO with the game just 25 seconds old. To rub salt into the wound, the Scottish international went on to score Saracens' opening two tries as part of an unstoppable first half that produced a decisive 21-3 lead. Читать дальше...

French judo star Teddy Riner won a record-extending 11th individual judo world championship title in Doha on Saturday, six years after his last.

Mueller opened the scoring against Schalke at the Allianz Arena after 21 minutes, his first goal in eight matches. The win sent Bayern four points clear of Borussia Dortmund atop the Bundesliga table with two games to play. Dortmund play their game in hand against Borussia Moenchengladbach later on Saturday. Several German media outlets reported this week that Mueller, who has never played for another club, was on his way out after being benched on several occasions by coach Thomas Tuchel. Speaking after the match... Читать дальше...

Diallo took his goals tally to 20 for the season and secured a fourth victory in five matches for Strasbourg which lifted them six points clear of the relegation zone. Over two-thirds of his goals have come since January, when Strasbourg were second from bottom having won just once in 18 games. His first against Nice came after 40 seconds as he controlled Ibrahima Sissoko's long ball over the defence and steered past Kasper Schmeichel. Diallo added a second from the penalty spot on the hour after... Читать дальше...

In-form Alcaraz ensured top spot just by taking to the court to play his second round match in Rome as he seeks a third straight tournament win. The 20-year-old, who saw off Ramos-Vinolas 6-4, 6-1, will overtake Novak Djokovic at the top of the ATP rankings and is now assured of the top seeding at the French Open later this month. He came through in a match which started several hours late due to the pelting rain which drenched the Italian capital for much of the early part of Saturday. "The conditions here weren't easy... Читать дальше...

Martial had gone eight games without scoring before he netted in the first half at Old Trafford. United's first win in three matches was wrapped up by Alejandro Garnacho's stoppage-time goal. After successive defeats at Brighton and West Ham threatened to ruin their hopes of qualifying for the Champions League, Erik ten Hag's side restored order at Old Trafford. Fourth-placed United, who sit behind Newcastle on goal difference, moved four points clear of Liverpool, who are fifth and play at struggling Leicester on Monday. Читать дальше...

Rattled by repeated cases of sexual abuse over the years, the French Catholic Church will soon provide digital ID cards with scannable QR codes that will offer colour-coded background information – ranging from green to orange to red – on bishops, priests and deacons. But the new measure is raising eyebrows.

Second-half goals from Carlos Vinicius and Aleksandar Mitrovic condemned Southampton to the drop at St Mary's. Ruben Selles' side are without a win in their last 11 games and their plunge into the Championship was confirmed with two matches still to play. The Saints will return to the second tier for the first time in 11 years. Southampton spent most of the season in the bottom three and Selles was unable to save them from the drop after replacing the sacked Nathan Jones in February. Jones had... Читать дальше...

Already the fastest woman in the world this year in the 100m, the 23-year-old American obliterated the field to win in a new meet time of 22.07 seconds. Her victory in the 200m came a week after she won the 100m in a world-leading 10.76 seconds at the season-opening Diamond League meeting in Doha. "The race was amazing. I came here to Kenya knowing that I have no excuse but to do my best," an elated Richardson said. "I know I have more to do for my fans, for my loved ones." It was her first victory... Читать дальше...

The Leeds supporter climbed out of the stands and entered the technical area to confront Howe before being whisked away by stewards. Leeds later said the man had been arrested and banned for life by the club. But Howe said the incident showed there is work to do to ensure managers and players can be guaranteed their safety in hostile environments. Leeds are battling to avoid relegation, while Newcastle are embroiled in the fight for a top-four finish. "I actually can't remember whether he pushed me or not... Читать дальше...

'Over one million people were displaced by the earthquake' said FRANCE 24 reporter Nadia Messih, from Adana, Turkey. "While it was technically possible to register to vote where they are currently staying, people say they found it very difficult to do, so the majority have to return to the areas devastated by the earthquake if they want to vote", she added.

Dortmund host Borussia Moenchengladbach and a win can cut Bayern's lead to one point with two games remaining this season. A measured Bayern manager Thomas Tuchel said his side "made a step in the right direction -- our buried self confidence is coming back" but said "there's no reason for euphoria, we'll be tested again on Saturday (against RB Leipzig)." Veteran Bayern captain Thomas Mueller, given a starting berth after being named on the bench in his side's last two matches, settled the home side's nerves early... Читать дальше...

The 22-year-old Irishman dropped his three breakaway companions on the day's hardest climb, the Monte Delle Cesane, to take his first ever world tour victory in style. "I had great legs and nobody could follow me, so it was a great day," said Healy, who has broken through this year coming second to Tadej Pogacar in April's Amstel Gold Race. Drama unfolded in the overall race as three-time Vuelta winner Primoz Roglic attacked Evenepoel around 5km from the line. While Roglic managed to drop Evenepoel... Читать дальше...

In-form Alcaraz ensured top spot just by taking to the court to play his second round match in Rome as he seeks a third straight tournament win. The 20-year-old will overtake Novak Djokovic in the ATP rankings and is now assured of the top seeding at the French Open later this month. The Spaniard became the youngest ever world number one thanks to his US Open triumph last September, with Djokovic denied entry to the United States because of his Covid vaccination status. Alcaraz will begin his 23rd week at world number one on May 22. Читать дальше...

On a soaking day in Rome, qualifier Osorio almost broke down in tears after her shock straight sets victory over Garcia, a two-time doubles winner at the French Open. A career-best win for world number 100 Osorio puts her in the last 16 of a WTA 1000 event for the first time in her career. She will face either Beatriz Haddad Maia or Magda Linette in the next round. "I literally have no words to describe what I'm feeling right now," said Osorio on court. "I've been struggling a little bit with... Читать дальше...

Imanol Alguacil's side, fourth, took a commanding two-goal lead through a Mikel Oyarzabal penalty and veteran playmaker David Silva. The former Manchester City midfielder, 37, signed a contract extension with Real Sociedad earlier this week, until June 2024. However the Catalan visitors fought back to leave the game level, with Yan Couto and Cristhian Stuani scoring before the break. Girona's Oriol Romeu was sent off for a second booking in the final stages but La Real could not capitalise and find a late winner. Читать дальше...

Bagnaia retained the lead in the championship standings ahead of Sunday's main race with South African Binder moving into second. Six-time world champion Marc Marquez came in fifth on his comeback after injury requiring surgery in the season-opening race in Portugal. For Martin this was a return to the top of the podium for the first time since his one and only MotoGP win in 2021. Setting off in fifth on the grid the Spaniard got a dream start to go second, before hitting the front and holding... Читать дальше...

The Italian is the fourth rider to pull out of the race with Covid although three Jumbo riders were also withdrawn on the eve of the 2023 edition. The loss will impact the bids of both Geraint Thomas and 2020 Giro champion Tao Geoghegan Hart as Ganna was a key part of the power this Ineos outfit expends in its everyday effort. Thomas is sixth in the standings around 58 seconds behind favourite Remco Evenepoel. "Filippo Ganna will regrettably not line up to contest today's Stage 8 of the 2023 Giro... Читать дальше...