LONDON — Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says the U.K. and its European allies should immediately deploy noncombat troops to Ukraine to show Russian President Vladimir Putin that Western nations are truly committed to the nation’s freedom and independence.Speaking ahead of the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Johnson told the BBC that the troops should be sent to peaceful regions in non-fighting roles. The comments from Johnson, who was one of Ukraine’s staunchest supporters as Britain’s leader during the first months of the conflict, were contained in excerpts of an interview that will be broadcast on…
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The fate of IPL 2026 matches at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru remains uncertain despite the Karnataka government’s in-principle approval. What should have been a routine confirmation has turned into a complex back-and-forth between the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), the Karnataka State Cricket Association, and the state authorities. With the IPL season slated to begin on March 26, clarity is still awaited.The uncertainty comes from the tragic events of June 4, 2025, when celebrations following RCB’s maiden IPL title win ended in a stampede outside the stadium, leaving 11 people dead and more than 50 injured. In the aftermath,…
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a press briefing held at the White House February 20, 2026 in Washington, DC. Kevin Dietsch | Getty Images News | Getty ImagesPresident Donald Trump on Saturday said he would increase global tariffs to 15% from 10%, one day after the Supreme Court struck down a broad swath of the president’s trade agenda. In a Truth Social post, Trump said the new tariffs will be “effective immediately.” He also warned that additional levies would follow. “I, as President of the United States of America, will be, effective immediately, raising the 10% Worldwide Tariff on Countries, many…
Match abandoned without a ball bowled New Zealand vs PakistanNew Zealand and Pakistan will share the points after rain forced a washout in Colombo. The officials waited over two hours from the official start time for an improvement in the weather conditions, but the steady drizzle that began at the toss only grew heavier and never quite relented.With puddles forming on the covers and the overhead conditions no closer to improving, the umpires made the inevitable call.There was a strong chance of showers as toss time approached. The previous day, Pakistan’s evening training session had to be cancelled due to…
The arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on suspicion of misconduct in public office is dominating headlines in the US.Yet some US lawmakers are asking why no Americans linked to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein are under criminal investigation. The BBC’s North America editor Sarah Smith explains why US prosecutors don’t seem to be any closer to bringing charges against others in relation to revelations in the Epstein files.Andrew has previously denied any wrongdoing in relation to Epstein; he has not responded to the BBC’s requests for comment on the specific allegations in relation to the release of millions of…
Zimbabwe vs West Indies 44th Match World Cup 2026 Dream11 today match prediction. World Cup T20. Who will win today match ZIM vs WI? We provide 100 % sure today cricket match prediction tips by Raja Babu with Dream11 Fantasy Team Prediction. World Cup toss prediction. Live score with the ball-by-ball update. Cricket toss prediction. Full Details of Today Match Prediction The world is to witness yet another big battle of World Cup T20. The 44th match of World Cup T20 2026 is scheduled to be played between Zimbabwe and West Indies on Monday, 23rd February 2026 at Wankhede Stadium,…
Punch, the abandoned baby macaque at Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan, stole the hearts of many after a video showed him dragging a stuffed orangutan around his enclosure. The baby monkey was abandoned by his mother at birth and raised by zoo staff, according to the zoo’s website. The stuffed animal was given to Punch to serve as a surrogate mother and provide comfort for the now seven-month-old macaque.More recently, a video taken by TikTok user @tate_punch shows the monkey being dragged across the ground by a larger macaque on Thursday. After the interaction, Punch ran to his plushie and…
Peter Kettle | 11:56am GMT 21 February 2026 I’m sitting at a table for two in the charming Abbotsford Convent. This is in the PJE – post Jeffrey Epstein – era, so there’s no chance of him materialising and whisking off an under-age Nun or two with an accomplice…which puts me at ease. Not so at ease, though, when attempting to order a coffee. “What will you be having, Sir?” (I must look ancient) Oh…a coffee to start with…thanks. “Of course.” (perhaps the most abused of all the current day unconscious mouthings) So what will it be then?” A regular…
President Donald Trump on Saturday said that he was hiking his newly announced global tariff to 15%, less than one day after announcing a 10% worldwide duty.On Friday, Trump announced the blanket 10% import tax for all foreign trading partners after most of his sweeping tariffs were struck down by the Supreme Court.The justices, divided 6-3, ruled that Trump’s aggressive approach to tariffs on imports from across the world was not permitted under a 1977 law called the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).The Friday ruling invalidated the vast majority of tariffs that were in effect, except for some sector-specific…
Abhishek Sharma’s bad patch remains a focal point ahead of the India vs South Africa Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup 2026. Abhishek Sharma sustained three ducks in a row, which marked the latest low in his professional cricket career.Ahead of the match, which is scheduled to be held on February 22 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, South Africa, batting coach Ashwell Prince reacts to the Indian opener’s ongoing off form.During an exclusive interview with Times Now, Ashwell Prince did not want to make any direct comment for any players of the opposing team. He clearly…