‘Little Miss Sumo’ wrestles with sexism in Japan’s ancient sport
By KUALA LUMPUR – A young wrestler dubbed “Little Miss Sumo” is fighting sexism in the ancient Japanese sport, hoping to inspire other women to step into the ring and elevate sumo to Olympic status. Hiyori Kon is the focus of a new Netflix documentary, “Little Miss Sumo,” which tracks her attempts to take on sporting […]
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Two years after nine bodies found at suspect’s home in Zama, still no trial
The first court hearing of a 29-year-old suspect in the alleged robbery-murders of nine people at his apartment in Zama, Kanagawa Prefecture, is still a long way off, two years after the victims’ dismembered bodies were discovered. The trial for the murders, which shocked the nation, is expected to include lay judges. Pretrial conference procedures […]
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Man City boss Pep Guardiola expects to be without David Silva for crunch Liverpool clash
Manchester City are set to be missing David Silva for their crunch clash with Premier League title rivals Liverpool. The influential Spanish playmaker suffered a muscular injury during the 2-1 victory over Southampton on Saturday, which forced him off at half-time. City manager Pep Guardiola is now preparing to be witout the 33-year-old for Sunday’s […]
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What’s the point of VAR? Sadio Mane saves Mohamed Salah as Liverpool win again and Chris Wilder for Arsenal, Manchester United, and Bayern Munich
As I watching the weekend’s Premier League action, I was caught thinking about two things in particular. Firstly, has whoever signed off the big order for VAR pitchside monitors for the Premier League kept the receipt? And secondly, how little do they pay everyone other than Gary Lineker on Match of the Day if Wrighty […]
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Bayern Munich sack manager Niko Kovac after Eintracht Frankfurt thrashing
Bayern Munich have sacked maanger Niko Kovac. The Bavarians suffered a heavy 5-1 defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt on Saturday, which left them four points behind leaders Borussia Monchengladbach. Kovac was appointed Bayern boss in July 2018 and guided the club to a Bundesliga title last season. However, a run of just one win from four league […]
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Tottenham forward Heung-min Son didn’t try to intentionally hurt Andre Gomes, says Everton boss Marco Silva
Marco Silva refused to criticise Heung-min Son for his tackle on Andre Gomes in Everton’s 1-1 draw with Tottenham on Sunday. The Toffees midfielder suffered a horrific leg injury following Son’s challenge in the 78th minute, which reduced the Spurs forward to tears as he was sent off by referee Martin Atkinson. Everton substitute Cenk […]
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Unai Emery: Arsenal manager made decision which ‘smacked of poor leadership’ against Wolves, claims Tony Cascarino
Mesut Ozil was named in Arsenal’s starting line-up on Saturday for only the second time this Premier League season – and Unai Emery should be criticised for the decision, according to Tony Cascarino. The former Chelsea and Republic of Ireland forward claims Emery caved into fan pressure by starting Ozil, a player the Spaniard is […]
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Moschino loves
On 20th February the Love Parade is taking place in Milan. We’re not referring to the music festival of Berlin, but the launch of Moschino’s diffusion range Love Moschino. With music and performances by brass band The Dirty Dozen, from New Orleans, DJ Stylophonic and Lorenzo Cherubini’s bass guitarist Saturnino, the brand will be spreading […]
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Liberty of London’s first flagship store
This summer will see the launch of Liberty of London’s standalone flagship store on Sloane Street in London. The store is set of two floors and features 1800sq showcasing leather accessories, scarf, swimwear, jewellery and men’s collections. With the new store opening, the brand is looking to develop further as a luxury retailer and set […]
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Liz Claiborne announce quarterly loss
American fashion conglomerate Liz Claiborne announced today earnings fell for the third quarter and nine months of 2007. The results reflect financial performance substantially below that of the year ago period, but in line with management’s forecasts. The initiatives identified in the turnaround plan announced on July 11th remain on track, as the Company is […]
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