Chelsea beat Wolves to return to Premier League top four
London (AFP) – Chelsea overcame a howler from goalkeeper Robert Sanchez to beat relegation-threatened Wolves 3-1 on Monday, ending a five-game winless run to climb back into the Premier League’s top four.
'Extremely critical' risk as winds whip fire
Los Angeles (United States) (AFP) – Fire-weary southern California was buffeted Monday by dangerous winds, with forecasters warning of an “extremely critical” risk in a region already staggering from the devastation of horrifying blazes.
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Los Angeles (United States) (AFP) – World number one Scottie Scheffler said Monday he is close to returning to the PGA Tour after suffering a Christmas cooking injury to his right hand but hasn’t pinpointed a date for his comeback.
Aston Villa ready for 'key' Monaco clash, says Emery
Monaco (AFP) – Aston Villa manager Unai Emery says his team are “very motivated” to secure direct qualification for the Champions League last 16 heading into Tuesday’s crucial game at Monaco.
Trump seeks to rename Denali, highest peak in N. America
Washington (AFP) – US President Donald Trump announced in his inaugural speech Monday that he will seek to rename Alaska’s Denali as part of his day one actions, overriding the will of the state’s Indigenous population and its elected leaders.
Trump vows US 'taking back' Panama Canal despite 'peacemaker' pledge
Washington (AFP) – President Donald Trump on Monday cast himself as a peacemaker in his second inaugural address, but immediately vowed that the United States would be “taking back” the Panama Canal.
Relatives of freed Gaza hostages call for release of remaining captives
Ramat Gan (Israel) (AFP) – The relatives of the three Israeli hostages released from Gaza by Palestinian militants Hamas called on Monday for all those remaining in the territory to be freed.
'Dear friend': Nations react to Trump inauguration
Paris (AFP) – Leaders from around the world reacted to Donald Trump’s return Monday to the White House, offering congratulations and urging good relations with the mercurial leader.
Melania Trump brings steely fashion game back to Washington
Washington (AFP) – Where in the world is Melania Trump? Back in Washington in a sharply tailored outfit that exudes international woman of mystery as her husband once again becomes president of the United States.
Trump says could impose 25% tariffs on Canada, Mexico on Feb 1
Washington (AFP) – US President Donald Trump said Monday he could impose 25 percent tariffs on imports from neighbors Canada and Mexico on February 1.