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.
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Turkish club Fenerbahce begin negotiations with, Mourinho
Jose Mourinho has begun negotiations with Fenerbahce over the head coach role in the Turkish Super Lig club.
Waterborne illness now threaten flood-ravaged southern Brazil
Waterborne diseases, particularly leptospirosis, are a major concern in Brazil’s southernmost state of Rio Grande do Sul following catastrophic floods that killed at least 169 people. Seven deaths from leptospirosis have been reported since the rains began, with another 10 deaths under investigation. Over 2,300 potential cases have been reported, with 141 confirmed. To address the high demand for medical care, four field hospitals and mobile teams have been set up. Additionally, residents returning to their homes may encounter venomous animals seeking shelter from rainwater. The destruction has also taken a toll on the mental health of the population.
Comet fragment lights up sky over Spain and Portugal ‘like a movie’
A bright comet fragment lit up the skies over parts of Spain and Portugal, with the European Space Agency confirming it was a small piece of a comet flying over the countries at a speed of 45 km per second before burning up over the Atlantic. The likelihood of finding any meteorites from the event is very low. Videos of the bright object streaking across the sky went viral on social media, with reports of the event prompting calls to emergency services in both countries. Lisbon resident Bernardo Taborda described the dazzling display as feeling like a movie and amazing.
La Petite Maison to mark second anniversary in style at Parklane
La Petite Maison (LPM) is celebrating its second-year anniversary at Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa on May 25-26, 2024.
Death toll from floods in Brazil hits 113 as rain returns
The death toll from historic floods in Brazil’s southernmost state of Rio Grande do Sul reached 113, with 146 people still unaccounted for.
Mourinho says he didn, ’t get the same support as Ten Hag
Fact: Jose Mourinho stated that he did not have the same level of support and trust at Manchester United during his tenure as current manager Erik ten Hag.
Porto coach Conceicao says Arteta insulted his family
Porto manager Sergio Conceicao accused Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta of insulting his family during a Champions League last-16 tie. Arsenal won the match 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw on aggregate, advancing to the quarter-finals for the first time since 2010. The incident allegedly occurred when Arteta turned to the bench and insulted Conceicao’s family in Spanish. Arteta declined to comment on the accusation.
Raya the hero as Arsenal scrape past Porto, Barca down Napoli to reach quarter finals
David Raya saved two penalties in a shootout to help Arsenal advance to the Champions League quarter-finals for the first time in 14 years, after their match against Porto ended 1-1 on aggregate. Arsenal won the shootout 4-2, with successful penalties from Martin Odegaard, Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka, and Declan Rice. Leandro Trossard scored for Arsenal before halftime. This victory ended Arsenal’s streak of seven consecutive exits at the last-16 stage. Barcelona also advanced to the Champions League quarter-finals with a 3-1 win over Napoli, securing a 4-2 aggregate victory. Early goals by Fermin Lopez and Joao Cancelo, followed by a late goal from Robert Lewandowski, contributed to Barcelona’s win.