At least 20 dead in Johannesburg fire
At least 20 people have died and 43 injured after a fire broke out in a five-story building in central Johannesburg early Thursday morning, according to South Africa's public broadcaster SABC.
2023-08-31 13:26
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
2023-08-31 13:24
Freeman and Heyward homer, Dodgers beat Diamondbacks 7-0 for 3-game sweep
Freddie Freeman and Jason Heyward hit two-run homers in the third inning, Mookie Betts had his 18th multi-hit game in August and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-0 on Wednesday night for a three-game sweep
2023-08-31 13:24
Is Joe Rogan ignoring Logan Paul? YouTuber claims 'JRE' podcaster left him on 'seen twice': 'I have stories I am saving to tell him'
Logan Paul wants to be a part of the 'JRE' podcast but Joe Rogan has not replied to his text messages yet
2023-08-31 13:23
Euro bounces on inflation while dollar braces for jobs
By Tom Westbrook SINGAPORE The euro stood by a 15-year high on the yen on Thursday in anticipation
2023-08-31 13:21
Some US airports strive to make flying more inclusive for those with dementia
With over 14 million people expected to check into airports nationwide for Labor Day weekend, a number of them inevitably will be travelers with dementia or some sort of cognitive impairment
2023-08-31 12:55
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton pursued perks beyond impeachment allegations, ex-staffers say
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's accusers say impeachment charges don't tell the full story of how the three-term Republican reaped the benefits of elected office
2023-08-31 12:55
Thai July factory output falls more than forecast as exports slump
BANGKOK Thailand's factory output shrank slightly more than expected in July as sluggish global demand pinched exports, a
2023-08-31 12:54
UBS reports second-quarter profit of $28.875 billion
ZURICH UBS Group on Thursday reported $28.875 billion in net profit attributable to shareholders for the second quarter,
2023-08-31 12:53
Mexico central bank lauds economy's resiliency but rate cut discussion 'not on the table'
By Brendan O'Boyle MEXICO CITY Mexico's central bank raised its economic growth forecasts for 2023 and 2024, citing
2023-08-31 12:51
Internet wonders if 'Morning Joe' is now a weather channel after 'nonstop' coverage of Hurricane Idalia
'Morning Joe' dedicated the entire show to Hurricane Idalia on August 30
2023-08-31 12:49
College students are still struggling with basic math. Professors blame the pandemic
U.S. colleges are searching for solutions as they see alarming numbers of students arrive with gaps in their math skills
2023-08-31 12:46
