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After a campaign overshadowed by economic troubles, Bolivians voted on Sunday for a new president and parliament in elections that could see a right-wing government elected for the first time in over two decades. Candidates Jorge “Tuto” Quiroga, Samuel Doria Medina and Andronico Rodríguez voted at their respective polling stations, while former President Evo Morales, who’s barred from running, did the same in the country’s Chapare region. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors. Presidential candidate Jorge “Tuto” Quiroga waves after voting in general elections in La Paz, Bolivia, Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Freddy Barragan) Presidential…

KUWAIT: Dean of Student Affairs at the Public Authority for Applied Education and Training (PAAET) Dr Abdullah Al-Shalwan announced on Sunday the launch of a new electronic service for submitting applications for suspension of enrollment and total withdrawal from courses for the first semester of the 2025/2026 academic year.Al-Shalwan said in a press statement that the service is being introduced electronically for the first time as part of the deanship’s strategic plan to advance digital transformation and enhance student services at the authority. He noted that the initiative provides modern and flexible channels that enable students to complete procedures efficiently,…

Eberechi Eze thought he had fired Crystal Palace into the lead at Chelsea on Sunday with a stunning free-kick, but an unusual law was applied to disallow the goal.The goal would have given the visitors a priceless victory on the opening weekend at Stamford Bridge. Sky Sports explains why it was ruled out… Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Highlights from the Premier League match between Chelsea and Crystal Palace What happened?Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella committed a foul on Will Hughes just outside of the area and Eze blasted the free-kick past goalkeeper Robert Sanchez to…

KUWAIT: Gold prices closed last week lower at $3,336 per ounce, pressured by a series of economic and political developments, particularly US tariffs and expectations surrounding US monetary policy, according to a report issued by Kuwaiti firm Dar Al-Sabayek. The report said the yellow metal opened the week at $3,394 per ounce before slipping to a low of $3,330 on concerns over tariff measures, ending the week with a 3 percent decline – its weakest performance since late June.Gold came under further pressure after the US producer price index posted its fastest rise in three years, prompting markets to reassess…

Newcastle have completed the signing of midfielder Jacob Ramsey from Aston Villa in a deal worth up to £43m.The Magpies will pay an initial £39m plus £4m in add-ons for the 24-year-old, who has signed a five-year deal at Newcastle. Ramsey will wear the No 41 shirt at St James’ Park, as he did at Villa.The sale of academy graduate Ramsey represents pure profit for Aston Villa, who have been looking to sell a player to help with their Financial Fair Play (FFP) situation.Ramsey, who had been a long-term target for Newcastle, had two years left on his Villa contract…

Aug 17, 2025, 12:38 PM ETFormer Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea could return to the club from Fiorentina, while Real Madrid winger Rodrygo remains Manchester City’s top target if Savinho joins Tottenham Hotspur. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe.Transfers homepage | Done deals | Men’s grades | Women’s gradesTOP STORIES- Sources: Simons favors Chelsea transfer over Bayern, City- Guardiola wants Man City player exits: Squad size ‘not healthy’- Norwich hoping USMNT’s Sargent stays after hot start to seasonDavid de Gea moved to United in 2011 from Atlético Madrid and won the…

ISLAMABAD (AP) — Cloudbursts are causing chaos in mountainous parts of India and Pakistan, with tremendous amounts of rain falling in a short period of time over a concentrated area. The intense, sudden deluges have proved fatal in both countries. As many as 300 people died in one northwestern Pakistani district, Buner, after a cloudburst. The strength and volume of rain triggered flash flooding, landslides and mudflows. Boulders from steep slopes came crashing down with the water to flatten homes and reduce villages to rubble. The northern Indian state of Uttarakhand had a cloudburst earlier this month. Local TV showed…

Riccardo Calafiori’s header saw Arsenal edge to a 1-0 win against Manchester United in their Premier League opener, despite Ruben Amorim’s side looking much-improved going forward.The Old Trafford side had splashed out on three attacking players this summer – Matheus Cuhna, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko – who all made their Manchester United debuts on Super Sunday. But the game was ultimately decided on a goalkeeping error. Altay Bayindir – deputising for the absent Andre Onana – failed to deal with Declan Rice’s corner, allowing Calafiori to nod home inside 13 minutes. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible…

The National League has approved the takeover of Morecambe by Panjab Warriors.The suspension on the club will now be lifted upon receipt of the sale and purchase agreement. However, the transfer embargo will remain until players, staff, creditors and HMRC have been paid. A National League statement read: “The National League can confirm its acceptance of the takeover of Morecambe Football Club.”The National League can confirm that following a meeting of their Club Compliance and Licensing committee earlier today, the takeover of the club by the consortium known as Panjab Warriors Ltd has been approved.”The National League would like to…

Aug 17, 2025, 11:21 AM ETRasmus Højlund was left out of Manchester United’s matchday squad for their Premier League opener against Arsenal on Sunday.Højlund’s future at Old Trafford is increasingly uncertain following the summer arrival of Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig in a deal worth in the region of €85 million ($98.8m), including add-ons.Sources have told ESPN that AC Milan have shown interest in a season-long loan deal for Højlund, with an option to make the deal permanent next summer.The 22-year-old is reluctant to leave Manchester United, but fears he may have to move in order to get regular games…