The Russian billionaires whose chemical factories fuel Russia's war machine
The billionaires include Roman Abramovich, former owner of Chelsea Football Club, and Vagit Alekperov, who was ranked by Forbes in April as Russia's richest man.
Mon Dec 30 2024
Soccer: Chelsea post 121.3 million pounds loss, blame sanctions on ex-owner Abramovich
Chelsea were not allowed to sell tickets, resulting in a loss of revenue, while their operational spend was curtailed due to UK sanctions.
Tue Mar 28 2023
Jersey police admit unlawfully searching premises linked to Roman Abramovich - Document
Jersey Police have agreed to pay damages and apologise to Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich.
Thu Nov 10 2022
Soccer - Premier League celebrates 30 year rise to global dominance
EPL marks three decades of having the English club football transformed into the world's leading sports entertainment product.
Tue Aug 16 2022
US wins authority to seize Russian oligarch's planes
Russian oligarchs such as Abramovich will not be permitted to violate US export regulations without consequence, a US official said.
Tue Jun 07 2022
Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now
Defence Minister Shoigu said Russia had degraded Ukraine's military and would respond if NATO supplied planes and air defence systems.
Wed Mar 30 2022
Billionaire Abramovich, Ukrainian peace negotiators hit by suspected poisoning - Reports
Abramovich and the negotiators showed symptoms including red eyes, constant and painful tearing, and peeling skin on their faces and hands.
Tue Mar 29 2022
Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now
Nearly 5,000 people, including about 210 children, have been killed in besieged Mariupol, according to the mayor's spokesperson.
Tue Mar 29 2022
Russia seeks Indian investment in its oil and gas sector
Some western allies have encouraged India to condemn Russias actions in Ukraine, after New Delhi abstained from voting against Moscow.
Sat Mar 12 2022
Roman Abramovich's English dream turns into nightmare after Russia's war in Ukraine
Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich's English dream turned into a nightmare after Russia launched its war on Ukraine, triggering a bloody war in Europe.
Sat Mar 12 2022
Mourinho enjoying improved relationship with Abramovich
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho is enjoying an improved relationship with owner Roman Abramovich ahead of the new Premier League season.
Tue Aug 04 2015
Chelsea 'ashamed' and 'disgusted' over racist fans
Jose Mourinho admits he and Chelsea are "ashamed" and owner Roman Abramovich is said to be "disgusted" at the now infamous racist incident involving the club's fans in Paris this week.
Fri Feb 20 2015
Younger workers more likely to suffer burnout as generation gap grows
There's a need to rebuild bridges and open up conversations on changing attitudes and expectations around work, says Brian Dow.
Sun Jan 19 2025
INSIGHT - How bond vigilantes could check Trump's power
As Donald Trump takes office on January 20, concerns over bond vigilantes in the US have resurfaced, according to several market experts.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Trump look-alike sings to sell pudding in Pakistan
A food vendor who locals say bears an uncanny resemblance to US President-elect Donald Trump gets more business and attention than others.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Tokyo museum offers visitors 'flashback' to defunct technology
From Betacam videotapes to floppy disks and vintage Sony devices, the museum is a showcase for old cameras and telecom equipment.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Australian scientists discover bigger species of deadly funnel web spiders
Sscientists say, the "Big Boy" would be classified as a separate species of funnel-web spider.
Sun Jan 19 2025
Biden or Trump can still rescue TikTok; here's how
So how could Trump or Biden prevent TikTok from going dark?
Sat Jan 18 2025
Africa's youth protests: A storm brewing for 2025?
Africa sees a wave of youth-led protests fuelled by frustrations over rampant corruption, poor governance, high living costs, unemployment.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Rocking the cradle: Embracing pregnancy after 40
Age is no longer a barrier for Malaysian women to embrace motherhood, thanks to advancements in fertility treatments.
Sat Jan 18 2025
The big DC mystery: Where will Trump and his circle hang out?
For four years, the bar at Trump International Hotel in downtown Washington was the place to be seen for Donald Trump's circle of allies.
Sat Jan 18 2025
Thai resort island Phuket grapples with growing garbage crisis
By the end of year, the island could be producing up to 1,400 tonnes of trash a day, overwhelming its sole landfill, deputy mayor says.
Sat Jan 18 2025