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MIAMI (AP) — Some oil vessels are diverting away from Venezuela after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened a “blockade” of sanctioned oil tankers entering or leaving the South American country, a dramatic escalation in the White House’s pressure campaign on leader Nicolás Maduro.Trump said Tuesday on social media, in all caps, that he is ordering a “total and complete blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers” into and out of Venezuela, a move that threatens to choke off revenue from the world’s largest oil reserves that are key to Maduro’s grip on power.It’s not clear exactly what Trump meant by his…
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans rejected a pair of Democratic-backed resolutions Wednesday that would have put a check on President Donald Trump’s power to use military force against drug cartels and the nation of Venezuela.Democrats forced the votes using war powers resolutions as Trump has stepped up his threats against the South American nation and Congress has questioned how the U.S. military is conducting a campaign that has destroyed 25 vessels allegedly carrying drugs and killed at least 95 people. The legislation would have forced the Trump administration to seek authorization from Congress before continuing attacks against cartels that it…
As a search continues for the person behind this weekend’s mass shooting, Brown University was planning to issue early-decision admission offers to applicants Wednesday evening.The Ivy League school delayed the release of the decisions, originally scheduled for Monday, after the shooting left two students dead and nine others wounded on Saturday. The university and public officials were facing mounting questions about security and the investigation as the hunt stretched on with the attacker still at large. Brown informed applicants by email and on social media that early decision offers would be posted online around 7 p.m. EST Wednesday. Under early…
Sky Sports has confirmed it will show 12 more Premier League fixtures live across February and the start of March.With the latest selections now confirmed, between New Year’s Day and Sunday March 1, 49 matches will be available to watch live across Sky Sports. Leeds vs Nottingham Forest is the Friday Night Football pick on Friday February 6, with Brentford’s visit to Newcastle – and a potential reunion for former Bees forward Yoane Wissa – the following day pushed back to a 5.30pm kick-off. On Sunday February 8, Brighton and Crystal Palace renew their rivalry at the Amex at 2pm,…
This latest partnership brings together two globally recognised brands with a shared focus on innovation, performance and continuous improvement.Over the course of the partnership, the club will integrate the SAS® Customer Intelligence 360 platform and SAS Viya – enabling greater efficiency and insight across marketing automation, campaign management and data-led decision-making.SAS has been at the forefront of analytics for nearly five decades. Founded in 1976, the company has grown to become one of the most respected names in data and AI marketing automation, helping organisations across every major industry make faster, smarter and more informed decisions.With a reputation built on…
Celtic chairman Peter Lawwell has revealed he is stepping down from the club’s board due to “abuse and threats”.The 66-year-old joined Celtic in 2003 as chief executive and held that position for 18 years, before returning in 2023 as non-executive chairman. However, he and other members of the club’s board have faced protests from supporters in recent months who have criticised their transfer activity and the long-term football strategy. Wednesday 17th December 7:00pm During a turbulent spell off the pitch, there was also public questioning of the transfer process by former boss Brendan Rodgers, who resigned in October.An open letter,…
Christmas at home for Matt Bloomfield is a rarity having spent his entire adult life in football but it does not mean time off. Having also visited clubs in the Premier League and Championship since leaving Luton, even reading is research to him.”I have just started Gareth Southgate’s book,” he tells Sky Sports. “I admire the way he conducts himself, how he treats people. I am also reading Eleven Rings by Phil Jackson.” Studying the career of the legendary basketball coach is not about escapism. “All I read about is leadership because I feel like I am learning,” explains Bloomfield.…
For Nathan Broadhead, returning to Wrexham was more of a spiritual return, rather than a literal one.”I moved from here to Everton when I was 10 for about ten grand so it was too long ago to feel like a full homecoming,” Broadhead tells Sky Sports. “I didn’t expect to come back, especially with where the club was when I left. The club has gone through the leagues like I’ve never seen before. “My parents still live about an hour and a half away, more north towards Bangor. I’m kind of from the middle of nowhere really.”From a £10k sale…
Dec 17, 2025, 09:53 AM ETUK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned Roman Abramovich that “the clock is ticking” for him to donate the proceeds from the sale of Chelsea to Ukraine.Starmer told MPs on Wednesday that ministers have issued a licence allowing the proceeds from the sale of Chelsea to be transferred to a new foundation for humanitarian causes in Ukraine.He said: “My message to Abramovich is this: the clock is ticking.”Honour the commitment you made and pay up now, and if you don’t, we are prepared to go to court so every penny reaches those whose lives have…
Dec 17, 2025, 09:43 AM ETBruno Fernandes has said he would like to play in Spain or Italy once he leaves Manchester United.The Portugal international, whose contract with United expires in June 2027, turned down a lucrative offer from Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal in the summer.In a two-part interview with Portuguese station Canal 11, Fernandes said United wanted him to go to Al Hilal, but in part two that aired on Wednesday, he said he wants to remain at the club.”I’ve always said that I want to remain in a place for as long as I’m wanted,” he…