Real Madrid sign Mbappe on free transfer
Kylian Mbappe has joined Real Madrid as a free agent on a five-year contract, ending his seven-year stint at Paris St Germain.
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Second seed Sabalenka bludgeons Navarro for French Open quarter-final spot
Aryna Sabalenka defeated Emma Navarro 6-2 6-3 in the French Open quarter-finals. Sabalenka is unbeaten in 11 straight matches at the majors this year without losing a set.
On This Day: Ayatollah Khomeini died in 1989
German cartographer Martin Behaim unveiled the Erdapfel, the first known globe to show the Americas.
Real, late show sinks Dortmund to secure 15th European Cup
Real Madrid won their 15th European Cup by defeating Borussia Dortmund 2-0 in the final.
France looks to elusive EU capital market to fix start-up funding
France is banking on a new push to integrate the European Union’s fragmented capital markets to give them the scale needed to wean its flourishing startup sector off of dominant US venture capital.
Global campaign “All Eyes on Rafah” gains momentum
The “All eyes on Rafah” campaign is gaining traction in Western Europe, Australia, and India, aiming to raise awareness about the conflict in Gaza, which has resulted in the deaths of at least 36,171 Palestinians. Israeli forces have intensified their assault on Rafah, prompting global attention and support for the residents seeking refuge from the violence. Social media, including platforms like TikTok and Instagram, has seen a massive outpouring of support with millions of users sharing the hashtag #AllEyesOnRafah. The campaign has coincided with international condemnation of Israel following airstrikes that resulted in civilian casualties. Israeli military operations in Rafah have continued despite the heightened scrutiny and criticism.
Real Madrid seeking to establish new Champions League dynasty
Real Madrid is facing Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League final at Wembley Stadium. Real Madrid is seeking to win their record-extending 15th European Cup and sixth in 10 years. They have learned from past mistakes of overpaying for big names and have focused on developing young talent to create a successful team. The current squad is a mix of veterans and young players, with Dani Carvajal being the only surviving starter from a decade ago. Borussia Dortmund, despite having less Champions League success compared to Real Madrid, have shown their strength by defeating Atletico Madrid and Paris St Germain in the knockout stages.
Performance evokes serial killings in Cyprus
The play “The Only Thing You Need to Know About Derrida” is a theatrical performance written in response to crimes against foreign women in Cyprus. It aims to serve as an x-ray of modern social reality in Cyprus and is set in the red lake of the mines in Sia. The performance includes Filipino amateurs speaking in their native language and will be presented at the Cyprus International Theatre Festival from June 14-16, with additional performances until June 30.
Attack averted on French Olympic soccer match in St Etienne, authorities say
An 18-year-old Chechen man was arrested in Saint-Etienne, France, suspected of planning an attack at the city’s soccer stadium during the upcoming Olympics. The suspect is accused of associating with terrorists and is currently in detention. Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin stated that the suspect wanted to target spectators and security forces and die as a martyr. The man had planned to attack fans outside the stadium due to tight security inside. The suspect’s under-aged brother was also initially arrested but later released.
How indulging in burgers could take you to see Metallica
An upcoming week-long Burger Week event at Moondog’s Bar & Grill in Nicosia will feature a specially designed menu with 40 different burgers and sauces. One lucky winner will have the opportunity to fly to Warsaw to see Metallica live in concert. The draw for the competition will take place on June 9, with every burger ordered counting as one entry. The prize includes return flights for two, 4-star hotel accommodation, and two tickets to the concert on July 7.