insert_link Sport Vunipola cleared to play Saracens No 8 Billy Vunipola is free to play against Connacht this weekend after the red card he received in last weekend's Champions Cup loss at the Bulls was overturned, tournament organisers announced on Wednesday.The England international was sent off in Saturday's defeat in South Africa for striking opposition back-rower Cameron Hanekom in the head at a ruck but a disciplinary hearing cleared him of a suspension."The committee determined that […] todayDecember 14, 2023 3
insert_link Sport Warner silences his critics Veteran opener David Warner brought up his 26th Test century Thursday and his first in a year to silence the critics in what is expected to be his Test series finale. The 37-year-old came into the opening Test under pressure after a lean spell and with former paceman Mitchell Johnson questioning why he deserved a farewell tour. Warner, in his 110th Test, responded in typical swashbuckling fashion, crashing 14 fours […] todayDecember 14, 2023 1
insert_link Business / Economics The gross domestic product for the third quarter of 2023 expanded by 7.2 percent Domestic Economy 1. In the third quarter of 2023, the Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) exhibited a noteworthy expansion, registering a robust growth of 7.2 percent. This represents a substantial increase from the 5.4 percent recorded during the corresponding quarter of the preceding year. The economy witnessed a commendable trend, characterized by 10 consecutive quarters of positive growths. 2. In nominal terms, the size of the Namibian economy, quantified […] todayDecember 14, 2023 7
insert_link Environment Hard-fought COP28 agreement suggests the days of fossil fuels are numbered – but climate catastrophe is not yet averted Shutterstock Matt McDonald, The University of Queensland As negotiators stagger towards their beds in Dubai and another year’s climate talks come to a close, it’s time to take stock. Did COP28 achieve the big breakthrough the world needs on climate change? Probably not. But the final agreement – met with an ovation – includes a first call for nations to transition away from fossil fuels. It’s a step short of […] todayDecember 14, 2023 3
insert_link Local Launch of new benefits for Mineworkers Union of Namibia members The Mineworkers Union of Namibia (MUN), through NamIt, introduces new products for its members. “At the MUN, we always put the needs of Namibian workers as our motivation. This does not only mean favourable working conditions, but we also want miners to benefit beyond their employable years” said Mr. Ismael Kasuta, President of the MUN. The products, introduced of the MUN Indaba in Swakopmund, encompass the education, employment and legal […] todayDecember 14, 2023 20
insert_link Sport Travis Head reappointed as vice captain of Australia Travis Head was reappointed as a vice-captain of the Australian Test side on Wednesday as selectors look to the future, while Pakistan named two debutants for the opening clash in Perth. Head was added as deputy alongside Steve Smith, skipper Pat Cummins said in announcing a playing XI with one change from their last Test against England at the Oval in July. That will see fit-again veteran spinner Nathan […] todayDecember 13, 2023 1
insert_link Sport Khawaja vows to fight for slogans on footwear Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja vowed Wednesday to fight a ban on him wearing shoes during a match highlighting the plight of people in Gaza, saying it was a "humanitarian appeal" and not a political message. During training this week the 36-year-old opening batsman had hand-written slogans "Freedom is a human right" and "All lives are equal" on his footwear. Khawaja, who is Muslim, wanted to wear the shoes for […] todayDecember 13, 2023 8
insert_link Sport James out with another hamstring injury Chelsea captain Reece James has suffered another hamstring injury that threatens his involvement in England's squad at Euro 2024. The right-back went off injured during Chelsea's 2-0 loss away to Everton in the Premier League on Sunday. "Captain Reece James has undergone medical assessment following Sunday's 2-0 defeat at Everton," said a statement on Chelsea's website, posted Tuesday. "The defender was withdrawn during the first half at Goodison Park […] todayDecember 13, 2023 3
insert_link Sport Khawaja decides against Gaza statements on footwear Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja will not wear shoes with messages highlighting the plight of people in Gaza when the first Test against Pakistan begins on Thursday, captain Pat Cummins said. During training this week the 36-year-old opening batsman Khawaja had hand-written slogans "Freedom is a human right" and "All lives are equal" on his footwear. The Pakistan-born Khawaja had reportedly said he would wear the shoes for the opening Test […] todayDecember 13, 2023 6
