Author: Tanjid Osman

Arsenal will face Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night as they aim to secure three points in the Premier League. The Gunners come into this game on the back of a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Brighton, boosting their confidence ahead of the clash. Mikel Arteta is expected to set his side in a 4-3-3 formation and make a few changes to his starting lineup. Gabriel and Eberechi Eze could both start, replacing Piero Hincapie and Mikel Merino, who are likely to sit on the bench. Aston Villa are in strong form, so Arsenal will need to be…

China has opened what it claims to be the world’s longest expressway tunnel in Xinjiang province, a major milestone in transport infrastructure. The Tianshan Shengli tunnel spans 22.13 kilometers and passes through the central Tianshan Mountains, connecting northern and southern Xinjiang. Officials say the tunnel has dramatically shortened travel across the mountains. A journey that once took several hours can now be completed in about 20 minutes. Before the tunnel, driving between Urumqi, the provincial capital in the north, and Korla, the largest city in southern Xinjiang, took around seven hours. The new expressway cuts this to roughly three hours.…

Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos survived a tough test in Kansas City on Christmas Day to maintain control of the AFC West. The playoff-bound Broncos pulled off a 20-13 win over the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium, finishing a three-game Christmas slate for the NFL. The victory improved Denver’s record to 13-3, putting them on track to win the division for the first time since 2015, the last season they claimed the Super Bowl. It also kept them ahead of the New England Patriots for the top seed in the AFC playoffs. The Broncos faced backup quarterback Chris…

A media delegation from Zhejiang, China, visited Sabah from December 14 to 20 to strengthen cultural and educational cooperation. The trip also included a visit to South Korea. Organized by the Zhejiang Provincial People’s Government, the visit focused on promoting media exchanges and exploring opportunities for collaboration in education and culture. The delegation toured local institutions and learned more about Sabah’s media landscape and schools. During their stay, the delegation visited Daily Express Malaysia, Sin Chew Daily, and Kian Kok Middle School. They also met representatives from the Malaysia-China Friendship Association Sabah and the Sabah Journalists Association. These visits offered…

A new chapter in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) began on December 23. For the first time, approved private car owners from Guangdong Province can drive directly into Hong Kong’s urban districts. This is possible through the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, the world’s longest sea-crossing bridge. The first phase of the program includes Guangzhou, Zhuhai, Jiangmen, and Zhongshan. After six months, it will expand to other cities in Guangdong. While it may seem like a simple traffic change, the move is far more significant. It represents easier travel, stronger economic ties, and closer integration across the region. Travelers in…

The race for top scorer this football season has a new leader. Erling Haaland of Manchester City has overtaken Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé after scoring twice and providing an assist against West Ham over the weekend. His performance pushes him to the top of the top 20 football scorers list with 23 points, composed of 19 goals and 4 assists. Mbappé follows closely with 22 points, including 18 goals and 4 assists, while Kane also has 22 points, with 19 goals and 3 assists. Behind the leading trio, Michael Olise of Bayern Munich has emerged as a standout. With…

Liverpool forward Alexander Isak has suffered a fractured left leg during Saturday’s 2-0 win at Tottenham, leaving the Sweden international facing a long spell on the sidelines. The £125 million signing “successfully underwent surgery” on an ankle injury that included a fibula fracture, the club confirmed on Monday evening. Isak was injured in a challenge with Tottenham’s Micky van de Ven while scoring the opening goal, his third strike since joining the Reds. The 26-year-old limped off the pitch with medical assistance before undergoing MRI scans that revealed the full extent of the injury. Liverpool confirmed that his rehabilitation will…

Northeastern Huskies will face the Rhode Island Rams on Monday at 7 p.m. EST in Kingston, Rhode Island. The Huskies are coming off a 91-83 loss to Syracuse, where Ryan Williams led the team with 20 points. The Rams have been strong at home, posting a 5-1 record. Rhode Island ranks third in the A-10 for defense, allowing just 66.5 points per game and limiting opponents to 41.4% shooting. Northeastern has struggled on the road with a 2-4 record. The Huskies are ninth in the CAA in scoring, averaging 73.2 points per game while shooting 45% from the field. Rhode…

FIFA has revealed that the winner of the 2026 World Cup will receive a record $50 million in prize money. The tournament, set to begin on June 11, 2026, will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This edition will feature the largest field in World Cup history, with 48 teams competing for a total prize pool of $727 million, including $655 million allocated to the participating nations. Teams eliminated in the group stage will take home $9 million each, while the runners-up in the final will earn $33 million. Third place will receive $29 million, fourth place…

New England is home to some of America’s most iconic luxury hotels, and four properties recently earned recognition on Forbes Travel Guide’s 2025 Icons List. The list highlights 23 five-star hotels worldwide that have lasted at least 100 years while maintaining exceptional service. Massachusetts and Rhode Island each contributed two entries, celebrating the region’s rich hospitality history. Ocean House in Westerly, Rhode Island, has been a symbol of luxury since 1868. The resort offers sweeping Atlantic Ocean views and spent more than a century hosting wealthy New England summer visitors. After a full renovation in 2003, the property retained its…