“I just started laughing.”: How a Saudi club’s 100x salary offer stunned a 20-year-old Dutch footballer

At just 20, Matteo Dams left PSV for Saudi Arabia’s Al Ahli in a surprise €10M move, citing a “ridiculously high” salary and the club’s strong intent. Initially hesitant, he quickly embraced the decision, helping Al Ahli win the AFC Champions League. His transfer reflects a strategic Saudi shift toward signing Europe’s top emerging talents.

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Jammu and Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha: I take full onus for Pahalgam, was a security failure

LG Manoj Sinha acknowledged the Pahalgam terror attack as a Pakistan-sponsored act aimed at inciting communal division and destabilizing J&K’s economy. He took responsibility for the security failure, emphasizing that such attacks won’t be tolerated. Despite the incident impacting tourism, Sinha highlighted Operation Sindoor’s deterrent effect and the commitment to reopening tourist destinations with enhanced…

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IDF begins first phase of Gaza City takeover plan; all you need to know

Israel escalated its military operations in Gaza, advancing into Gaza City’s outskirts while simultaneously approving new settlement construction in the West Bank. These actions, coupled with a stalled ceasefire proposal, have sparked international concern. The Israeli military aims to dismantle Hamas’s capabilities, but the long-term implications of a full takeover remain uncertain amid Arab nations’…

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7 easy hacks to stop cockroaches from entering your kitchen

Cockroaches are unwelcome pests that contaminate food and spread bacteria. While professional pest control is a long-term solution, home remedies like baking soda, diatomaceous earth, and essential oils can help manage smaller infestations. Combining these natural solutions with cleanliness and preventive measures offers the best defense, but severe infestations may require professional intervention for lasting…

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Hills in chaos: 20 killed as landslides hit Bengal’s Mirik and Darjeeling; hundreds of tourists stranded – 10 points

The Darjeeling-Mirik region is grappling with one of the worst landslide incidents in recent memory, claiming at least 20 lives and stranding tourists during the festive season. With heavy rains forecast to continue, authorities are racing against time to rescue the stranded, restore connectivity, and provide relief to affected families.

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