Новости за 22.02.2024

MPONGWE, Zambia, Feb. 22 (Xinhua) -- Over the years, bicycles have emerged as a catalyst for change, offering newfound independence, opportunities, and freedom to many women and girls in rural Zambia.

DUBAI, 22nd February, 2024 (WAM) -- Sheikh Hamdan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, President of the UAE Football Association (UAEFA), met with Gianni Infantino, President of the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) who is visiting the country to attend the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup tournament, taking place in Dubai.

(Photo credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports) Free agent shortstop Tim Anderson agreed to a one-year, $5 million deal with the Miami Marlins, according to multiple reports on Thursday. Anderson was a two-time All-Star with the Chicago White Sox, who declined his $14 million club option for 2024. The 30-year-old was American League batting champion in 2019 (.335) but his production declined significantly after a spr

(Photo credit: Carter Skaggs/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK) Peiyun Chien claimed the solo lead with an opening-round 64 at LPGA Thailand on Thursday, fending off Sei Young Kim of South Korea and triple-digit temperatures at Siam Country Club Old Course in Chonburi. Chien tied her career-best round at 8-under and leads by two shots over Kim, whose 65 was enough to stand ahead of a pack tied for third. The group include

BUSAN, South Korea, Feb. 22 (Xinhua) -- China advanced to the final four in both men's and women's team events, while the women's semifinalists have been confirmed at the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships Finals here on Thursday.

BEIJING, Feb. 22 (Xinhua) --Coach Cai Bin vows to help the Chinese women's volleyball team qualify for the Paris Olympic Games as the three-time Olympic champion team trains for the 2024 FIVB Volleyball Nations League (VNL).

Auckland [New Zealand], February 22 (ANI): Ahead of the second T20I match against New Zealand, Australian coach Andrew McDonald heaped praise on their star batter Tim David, saying that it is a scary proposition for opponents when he comes out to bat and highlighted how the journey of batters, playing as designated finishers, is tough. Australia beat Kiwis in the first T20I, which was a high-scoring affair. They chased 21

New Delhi [India], February 22 (ANI): The second season of the Women's Premier League (WPL) will kickstart from Friday, with defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) set to take on last year's runners-up Delhi Capitals in a high-octane tournament opener in Bengaluru. The opening match of the tournament could be the perfect tone-setter for Delhi, as they would be looking forward to moving past the heartbreak of last year's

Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], February 22 (ANI): Highlighting how Khelo India and Target Olympics Podium Scheme (TOPS) have revolutionised the sports landscape in India, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Anurag Thakur, has said that over 300 sporting infrastructure projects worth Rs 3000 crore have been implemented under the 'Khelo India' umbrella. Addressing student-athletes virtually at Bennett Unive

Dani Alves will serve more than four years in prison for an attack on a woman in a Spanish nightclub

Catch Up with the Jets Legend from Appalachian State Jim Gehman

After four seasons as San Francisco's defensive coordinator, Robert Saleh moved to New York and became the head coach of the Jets in 2021 with a plan to turn things around, enthusiasm, the habit of running the stadium steps on game day, and Ronald Blair.

A free agent defensive end who was drafted by the 49ers out of Appalachian State in 2016,

New Delhi [India], February 22 (ANI): The passionate, cricket-loving crowd of Delhi Capitals might have to wait a little longer than expected to witness star wicketkeeper-batter and skipper Rishabh Pant in action, with DC set to play their opening two home matches of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 away from its home turf--Arun Jaitley Stadium. The 17th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will start from March

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 22 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will be deciding the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) schedule after the dates for the 18th Lok Sabha Elections are announced and will work closely with central government and security agencies, following all necessary protocols and advisories related to the upcoming polls. The 17th season of the Indian Premier Le

New Delhi [India], February 22 (ANI): India and Delhi Capitals (DC) batter Jemimah Rodrigues expressed hope that the team will lift the Women's Premier League (WPL) trophy at their home ground of Arun Jaitley Stadium on March 17 and talked about her conversations with captain Meg Lanning, who has also led Australia to numerous world titles in international cricket. The second season of the WPL will start from Friday and D

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], February 22 (ANI): Bengaluru Torpedoes missed out on the trophy last year in the second edition of the Prime Volleyball League. Led by head coach David Lee, the Torpedoes are vying to win their first title this year in the ongoing third edition in Chennai. To help them in this endeavour, Bengaluru Torpedoes have roped in Australia's all-rounder Thomas Heptinstall. Heptinstall's journey into t

Larry Mayer

The addition of Jennifer King to Matt Eberflus' coaching staff as assistant running backs coach is a milestone moment for the Bears.

King, 39, becomes the first female coach in the franchise's 104-year history.

"Jennifer King is an exceptional leader and passionate coach who will be a positive addition to the Chicago Bears," President & CEO Kevin Warren said. "As the first full-time Black

Larry Mayer

Bears coach Matt Eberflus has completed his coaching staff by hiring running backs coach Chad Morton, receivers coach Chris Beatty, offensive passing game coordinator Thomas Brown, assistant offensive line coach Jason Houghtaling, assistant quarterbacks and receivers coach Robbie Picazo and assistant running backs coach Jennifer King.

Here's some background on all six new Bears coaches:

Tim Twentyman

This is a deep class at wide receiver with top-flight talent and depth. Ohio State's Marvin Harrison Jr. headlines a class that has 11 players among NFL draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah's initial list of the Top 50 players available in the draft.

There are going to be starting receivers and impact players taken on Day 2 and even Day 3.

The Lions are expected to work on a contract extension

DUBAI, 22nd February, 2024 (WAM) -- A group of 99 elite horses from local and international stables will compete in the 12th evening of the nine-race card of Dubai Carnival at Meydan Racecourse.

Gulmarg (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], February 22 (ANI): At least one skier from Russia died in an avalanche, that hit the ski resort town of Gulmarg in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday. Six other skiers, also from Russia, who had got trapped in the avalanche were rescued from its debris, officials said. "According to media reports, on February 22, 2024, approx at 2 pm, 7 Russian nationals came under an avalanche at the ski r

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 22 (ANI): The 17th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will start from March 22, with defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) set to clash with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in a South Indian derby at their home arena--MA Chidambaram Stadium. The schedule till April 7 has been revealed as of now, with the remainder to be announced later because of the upcoming Lok Sab

Vikarabad (Telangana) [India], February 22 (ANI): Bengaluru-based 19-year-old Shaurya Binu set the early pace with a top-notch six-under 66 in round one of the Vooty Masters 2024 being played at the magnificent Vooty Golf County in Vikarabad. Chilean Matias Dominguez and Patna's Aman Raj were placed one stroke behind the leader in tied second position. Shaurya Binu, playing only his second season as a professional, began

PALERMO, Sicily (CN) - A severe drought in parts of Spain, Italy and North Africa may get even worse with forecasters warning hot and dry months lie ahead.

BEIJING, Feb. 22 (Xinhua) -- In recent times, night schools in China, have experienced a resurgence in popularity.