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Why Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira rejected Man Utd transfer after Sir Alex Ferguson meeting | Football

Former Arsenal midfielder Patrick Vieira (Picture: Sky Sports) Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira has revealed he rejected the chance to join Manchester United despite a private meeting with Sir Alex Ferguson. Vieira is considered one of Arsenal’s greatest ever players, having won three Premier League titles and four FA Cups under Arsene Wenger. The Premier League […]

For hopeful romantics, a small Irish town and its mystical matchmaker are here to help

Lisdoonvarna, Ireland — For nearly two centuries, a small Irish town has lured singletons to a festival every September that sees hopeful romantics seek their one true love.  The monthlong matchmaking festival that started in 1857 has become a global event, attracting over 60,000 visitors annually to the rugged landscape of County Clare, and specifically to […]

Bolivian attorney general blacklisted by U.S. is arrested for alleged money laundering and drug trafficking

Bolivia’s attorney general arrested for alleged money laundering and drug trafficking U.S.-sanctioned Bolivian Attorney General Roger Mariaca has been arrested on suspicion of money laundering and drug trafficking, with police finding bundles of cash smuggled out of his house, the government said Thursday. Mariaca was arrested on Wednesday night in the eastern city of Santa […]

Why Andy Burnham has got it wrong on Man City’s Abu Dhabi owners

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Chelsea legend John Terry makes ‘unfortunate’ Arsenal title claim | Football

Arsenal are the ‘clear favourites’ to win the Premier League title this season, says John Terry (Picture: PA) John Terry says he expects Chelsea to continue being ‘hit and miss’ across the season while ‘unfortunately’ naming Arsenal as the ‘clear favourites’ to lift the Premier League trophy. Arsenal kicked off their title defence in imperious […]