A 42-year-old priest has been ordained as bishop for the Catholic diocese of Chifeng, China, filling a nearly two-decade vacancy. The ordination, presided over by Bishop Paul Meng Qinglu, was conducted under the Chinese Catholic Patriotic Association, following a previous bishop's ordination without papal mandate.
Italian Football Federation (FIGC) president Giovanni Malagò stated that financial exceptions are in place to potentially allow Pep Guardiola to become Italy's next head coach. Guardiola, who left Manchester City, is a leading candidate alongside Roberto Mancini and Andrea Pirlo, as Italy seeks to rebuild after failing to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.
Hong Kong's government indicates a by-election for William Wong's vacant seat is unlikely due to time constraints and cost concerns, with the Election Committee's term ending in October.
The unexpected death of Senator Lindsey Graham has created a vacancy in the Senate, impacting the Republican party's slim majority. South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster must now nominate a replacement, with potential candidates including Rep. Ralph Norman and Rep. Nancy Mace, complicating the party's efforts to maintain control ahead of the midterms.
Burnley are in advanced talks to appoint Genk head coach Nicky Hayen as their new manager, with discussions ongoing but the deal not yet finalized.
David Sedaris's latest essay collection offers a blend of familiar humor and new observations. While some pieces feel recycled, others showcase his sharp wit and emotional depth, particularly when reflecting on family and close friendships.
Roelof Botha, former managing partner at Sequoia Capital, has been appointed to SpaceX's board of directors. The appointment fills an existing vacancy and Botha will serve until the next annual shareholder meeting, also joining the audit committee. He previously worked with Elon Musk at PayPal.
Japan's real estate market leads the Asia-Pacific in investment, safety, and trade, with strong performance in office, residential, and hotel sectors. Despite this, Japanese investors are increasing their overseas property investments, particularly in Australia's rental housing market.
Andoni Iraola has been appointed the new head coach of Liverpool on a two-year contract, six days after Arne Slot's sacking. The former Bournemouth coach was Liverpool's preferred choice, with sporting director Richard Hughes leading the approach.
Liverpool are reportedly closing in on appointing Andoni Iraola as their new head coach, having opened talks with the former Bournemouth manager. Iraola is seen as Arne Slot's preferred successor and fits Liverpool's criteria for an aggressive style of play.
Liverpool have opened formal talks with Andoni Iraola to become their new head coach, with sporting director Richard Hughes leading negotiations. Iraola, who previously managed Bournemouth, is seen as the frontrunner to succeed Arne Slot, who was sacked on Saturday.
India's Law Ministry has appointed five new judges to the Supreme Court, increasing its strength to 37, including the Chief Justice. The appointments, effective upon oath-taking, fill all but one vacancy in the enhanced sanctioned strength.
Liverpool are set to hold formal talks with Andoni Iraola this week to fill their managerial vacancy, aiming to appoint a successor before the World Cup begins on June 11. Iraola, formerly of Bournemouth, is the frontrunner, with Stuttgart's Sebastian Hoeness and Lens' Pierre Sage also considered.
Hong Kong's massive 11 Skies retail and office complex, adjacent to the international airport, is largely vacant with 800 shops empty and only two food outlets open. The Airport Authority plans to reconfigure the space for dining and entertainment, aiming for a 2028 opening, amidst challenges including the Middle East war and changing travel patterns impacting the airport's HK$141.5 billion three-runway system project.
Mitsubishi Estate's Marunouchi area boasts a 0.55% vacancy rate, leading to rent increases of 5-20%. Tenants largely agree due to inflation and rising costs. Overseas and hotel apartment businesses are key growth drivers.
Australian immigration detention centres face security failures, leading to detainee escapes and staff injuries. Meanwhile, US-Iran peace talks progress, Donald Trump faces Republican criticism, and Australian politics becomes a target for prediction market bets. The EPL concludes with Arsenal winning the title.
Australia's immigration detention centres face scrutiny over security failures, while US-Iran peace talks advance and Donald Trump faces Republican backlash. Other news includes a fatal shark attack, rising Australian travel to Vietnam, Russia's use of a hypersonic missile in Ukraine, and UK police investigating Prince Andrew.
Independent MP Helen Haines has called for a transparent, merit-based selection process for the National Anti-Corruption Commission's deputy commissioner, urging the Albanese government to use the current vacancy to rebuild public trust in the watchdog.
The Ministry of Justice has appointed Kang Nam-soo, a prosecutor who previously worked on a special investigation team for sedition, as the new Inspector General. The position had been vacant for about a year.
PM is determined to fight on in No 10 but various contenders to replace him have been organising for some timeKeir Starmer has long been dogged by leadership rivals – despite only having won a huge majority two years ago. He insists there is no vacancy, and that he will fight on in No 10, seeking a second five-year term and a decade in the job. However, the various contenders to replace him have been organising for some time.Many others may consider throwing their hats into the ring if the contest opened up – from the home secretary, Shabana Mahmood, and the education secretary, Bridget Phillipson, to the foreign secretary, Yvette Cooper, and the armed forces minister, Al Carns. But here are Starmer’s main threats: Continue reading...
Hong Kong’s West Kowloon is poised to emerge as the second-most important office sub-market after Central with the completion of new buildings that will accommodate banks and insurance companies, according to industry officials. However, there was expected to be limited demand from newcomers or via corporate expansion, with leasing activity dominated by relocations and higher vacancy rates in some of the city’s other business districts. The 40-hectare stretch of reclaimed land is being touted as...
A woman has accused Circle Inspector Chinna Mallaiah of sexual assault and threatening to kill her at Vinukonda rural mandal in Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. The victim filed a complaint at Vinukonda police station, stating the officer entered her house when she was alone. Police have registered a case and shifted the victim to a government hospital for medical examination. Mallaiah, who previously worked in CID and is currently in vacancy reserve, has faced past controversies including allegations of threatening political leaders.
South Korea will redeploy an attache specializing in unification affairs to its embassy in Russia later this year, ending a vacancy that began in February 2024. The position was eliminated under a 2022 plan by the former Yoon Suk Yeol government to reduce overseas officials. The selection process is ongoing, with the envoy expected to be in place by August.
