US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents are set to support security for American delegations at the upcoming Milano Cortina Winter Olympics in Italy, but the move has triggered intense political backlash. While US officials say ICE Homeland Security Investigations agents will not conduct immigration enforcement and will focus only on transnational crime risks, several Italian politicians and unions have condemned their presence. The mayor of Milan has openly opposed ICE participation, while protest groups have announced demonstrations timed with the Olympic opening ceremony.
28 January,2026 12:45 AM IST
Striking dockworkers in Italy blocked key ports in Genoa and Livorno to protest Israel’s military offensive in Gaza. The strikes disrupted transport services and forced school closures nationwide, as demonstrators waved Palestinian flags and demanded Italy stop serving as a transit point for arms.
22 September,2025 10:47 PM IST
Team India captain Rohit Sharma opened up about his emotional journey to cricketing success, crediting his parents—especially his father—for the sacrifices they made to help him reach the top. Speaking from the heart, Rohit recalled the intense years of grinding through Under-19 cricket, Ranji Trophy, Duleep Trophy, and Irani Trophy before finally making it to the Indian team. He shared how his father stood by him through every struggle, watching closely as his career unfolded. Interestingly, Rohit revealed that while his world record 264 in ODI cricket barely got a reaction from his father, it was his red-ball cricket achievements that truly made his father proud
14 June,2025 07:10 PM IST
Paris was rocked by wild celebrations and violent clashes on Saturday night after Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured their first-ever UEFA Champions League title with a stunning 5-0 win over Inter Milan in Munich. Tens of thousands of jubilant fans packed the Champs-Elysees and gathered outside Parc des Princes, where around 50,000 supporters had watched the match live on big screens. Flares and fireworks lit up the night as crowds erupted in celebration. But the festivities soon spiraled out of control. Bus shelters were smashed, cars were set on fire, and clashes broke out between fans and riot police. Authorities said nearly 300 people were arrested during the unrest. Police deployed tear gas and used water cannons in an attempt to disperse the crowds, particularly near the Arc de Triomphe, where a group of fans tried to push through police barricades. The Champs-Elysees, initially filled with singing and flag-waving, turned into a tense battleground in the early hours of Sunday morning. The violence marred what had been a historic night for PSG, who claimed the biggest prize in European club football for the first time in the club's history.
01 June,2025 11:08 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
