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NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — The former president of the Democratic Republic of Congo appeared in public Wednesday for the first time since being sentenced to death in absentia for treason and war crimes, meeting other leaders in Kenya in an attempt to establish a political group in opposition to Congo’s current president.Joseph Kabila was filmed in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, at a ceremony attended by a dozen other Congolese leaders who oppose President Felix Tshisekedi. Kabila’s appearance in Kenya is expected to trigger diplomatic protests by Congo’s government, which has previously accused Kenya of supporting the Congo rebel group M23.The group…

KALSOY ISLAND, Faroe Islands (AP) — The tiny Faroe Islands in the north Atlantic could be a poor choice for travelers with vertigo, seasickness or a fear of enclosed spaces. There are crumbling cliffs, sudden gale-force winds and hillsides so steep that even the sheep can tumble.Three tourists disappeared over two days in September. Police told the media their last locations were near a well-known waterfall that drops into the sea. Be careful, a shaken staffer at the site’s entrance said days later. “Come back.”The risks come with landscapes so dramatic that one became the site for James Bond’s end…

HONG KONG (AP) — Taiwan’s leading computer chip maker, TSMC, said Thursday that its net profit surged nearly 40% in the last quarter, boosted by the surge in use of artificial intelligence. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp. is the world’s biggest semiconductor manufacturer. It reported a net profit of a record 452.3 billion new Taiwan dollars ($15 billion) in the July-September quarter, higher than analysts’ forecasts. The company earlier said its revenue jumped 30% year-on-year in the last quarter. TSMC has been building chip fabrication plants in the United States and Japan to help hedge against risks from China-U.S. trade tensions.…

Oct 15, 2025, 09:13 PM ETSANTIAGO, Chile — Third-string goalkeeper Abdelhakim El Mesbahi came off the bench near the end of extra time and made the decisive save in the shootout as Morocco defeated France 5-4 on penalties Wednesday to qualify for its first Under-20 World Cup final.They’ll face Argentina in the final on Sunday, after Mateo Silvetti scored the game’s only goal against Colombia to send La Albiceleste’s U20s to the championship game.Editor’s Picks1 RelatedFrench goalkeeper Lisandru Olmeta’s own goal in the 32nd minute gave Morocco the lead before midfielder Lucas Michel equalized in the 59th.It was tied 1-1…

The top stories and football transfer rumours from Thursday’s newspapers…Manchester City are plotting a £75m bid for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson next summer but are likely to face stiff competition from Chelsea for the 22-year-old England international – Daily Express. Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton has moved above Brighton’s Carlos Baleba on Manchester United’s transfer wishlist – The i. Image: The back page of Thursday’s Daily Express Chelsea have no concern over the future of Moises Caicedo following the midfielder’s split from former agent Manuel Sierra – The Telegraph.Paris Saint-Germain are holding contract negotiations with Bradley Barcola after the…

Our football betting expert and top tipster Jones Knows provides his insight across the Premier League and sees value in backing Man Utd at Liverpool.Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea, Saturday 12.30pmAnge Postecoglou’s arrival at Nottingham Forest came with big promises of high tempo, pressing and attacking football but so far what we’ve seen is a defence creaking under the pressure of playing Postecoglou’s style. Forest are leaking goals at a rate of 2.1 per 90 minutes since the Aussie took charge. So my eyes are drawn to the anytime goalscorer market for Chelsea. Enter Alejandro Garnacho at 9/4 with Sky Bet.Chelsea…

Oct 15, 2025, 07:22 PM ETAn emotional Trinity Rodman had to be helped off the field during the first half of the Washington Spirit’s 4-0 Concacaf W Champions Cup group stage win over Monterrey on Wednesday.The United States star went to ground after attempting a tackle along the right touchline. After being helped to her feet by the trainers, Rodman appeared unable to put any weight on her right leg before being helped to the sideline while in obvious distress.After being replaced by Brittany Ratcliffe in the 41st minute, Rodman was then seen heading to the locker room on crutches…

Emily KeoghOct 15, 2025, 07:15 PM ETCloseBased in London, Emily Keogh is ESPN’s women’s soccer correspondent, specializing in the WSL and UWCLLONDON — Chelsea finally showed their best after a string of lackluster performances with a 4-0 victory over Paris FC to boost their confidence ahead of the international break.It is a result that has come at the best time for Chelsea. It is funny to say, but things looked rather bleak heading into the UEFA Women’s Champions League clash with Paris FC, given they had points on the table in the competition — only one following a 1-1 draw…

Oct 15, 2025, 06:31 PM ETChelsea head coach Sonia Bompastor promised there was more to come from record-signing Alyssa Thompson after she scored her first goal for the club in their 4-0 win against Paris FC at Stamford Bridge.The 20-year-old, who arrived from NWSL side Angel City FC at the beginning of Septermber, knocked in the Blues’ third goal to effectively kill the game off and earn a first victory at the second attempt in this season’s Women’s Champions League, as they emerged from their recent goalscoring drought in emphatic fashion.Editor’s Picks2 RelatedA Sandy Baltimore penalty in the first half…

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Authorities said Wednesday that they have identified the remains of 14 of the 16 people killed last week in a massive blast at a Tennessee explosives plant, where it’s possible still more dangerous materials need to be disarmed and weeks of work could be ahead to try to pinpoint what sparked the explosion.At a news conference, Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis said the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation positively identified 14 of the victims in the explosion Friday at the plant owned by Accurate Energetic Systems. The state agency is using a “rapid DNA” process that can…