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David Beckham in talks for surprise UAE move

Former Manchester United star David Beckham faces swirling speculation about a potential move to the United Arab Emirates, with sources suggesting high-level discussions are underway.

Magical Budget Christmas Markets in Europe

Discover enchanting European Christmas markets that won't break the bank. From Germany's festive gems to Eastern Europe's hidden treasures, find your perfect budget-friendly winter getaway.

Villa fan's outrage over Israeli team ban

After 50 years supporting Aston Villa, Ian Austin reveals why the decision to ban an Israeli team has left him more furious than ever before in this powerful opinion piece.

Hamas banned British hostage from watching football

Exclusive: A British-Israeli man held hostage by Hamas for over a year speaks out about the 'outrageous' moment his captors stopped him from watching Maccabi Tel Aviv's historic match against Aston Villa in the Europa Conference League.

London's Palomar restaurant expands to Australia

The Palomar, one of London's most celebrated Middle Eastern restaurants, is expanding to Australia with new venues in Sydney and Melbourne, bringing its vibrant modern Jerusalem cuisine to eager Antipodean foodies.

Reagan's Forgotten Middle East Peace Blueprint

Decades before current conflicts, Ronald Reagan proposed a comprehensive Middle East peace plan that offered Palestinians self-government alongside Israeli security. As modern negotiations stall, experts ask: was the solution hiding in plain sight all alo

Footballers Who Scored Most Goals in One Match

Discover the astonishing stories behind footballers who scored the majority of their career goals in just one extraordinary match, from record-breaking debuts to forgotten heroes of the beautiful game.

NATO eases rules for shooting down Russian drones

NATO allies are developing new protocols that would authorise member states to intercept and destroy Russian drones approaching from Ukraine, marking a significant escalation in the alliance's defensive posture.

Lukashenko: Belarus helped Russia invade Ukraine

Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko has confessed to playing a crucial role in Russia's initial assault on Ukraine, revealing chilling details about military cooperation between the two regimes.

Eastern European grooming gang faces justice for teen abuse

A predatory grooming gang of Eastern European men who systematically targeted vulnerable teenage girls, plying them with cigarettes and alcohol before subjecting them to horrific sexual assaults, are now facing substantial prison sentences following a lan

Sarah Essam: Egyptian footballer's England journey

Egyptian footballer Sarah Essam shares her inspiring story of overcoming borders and barriers to pursue her Premier League dreams in England, becoming a trailblazer for Middle Eastern women in football.

FIFA Chief's Gaza Peace Summit & Trump Nobel Backing

In a groundbreaking move for sports diplomacy, FIFA President Gianni Infantino announces plans for a Gaza peace summit while endorsing Donald Trump's Nobel Peace Prize nomination through the Football for Friendship programme.

Gaza Ceasefire Falters as Hamas Rejects Israeli Deal

Fragile ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas face collapse as the militant group rejects Israel's latest hostage release proposal, while Donald Trump's unexpected intervention adds diplomatic complexity to the escalating Middle East crisis.

Why Middle East peace is harder than war

As conflict dynamics shift across the Middle East, achieving lasting peace presents even greater challenges than warfare in this deeply divided region.

Gaza Ceasefire Begins as IDF Starts Withdrawal

A landmark ceasefire has taken effect in Gaza with Israeli forces beginning phased withdrawal after former US President Donald Trump mediated breakthrough negotiations between Israel and Hamas.

FIFA considers winter World Cups for Middle East hosts

Exclusive: FIFA considers radical shake-up that would see major tournaments like the World Cup shift to winter in Middle Eastern nations, potentially starting with Saudi Arabia's 2034 bid. Football's global schedule faces unprecedented transformation.

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