German football legend Franz Beckenbauer has died aged 78

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BERLIN: Legend Franz Beckenbauer, who left a unique imprint on German football as player, captain and coach, has died at the age of 78, the German football association said Monday. “Franz Beckenbauer was definitely the biggest German footballer of all time, and above all one of the greatest men who I have known,” said DFB … Read more

Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Sabah dies aged 86: royal court

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DUBAI: Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah passed away on Saturday at the age of 86, the Amiri Diwan said in a broadcasted statement.  He will be succeeded by Crown Prince Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah who has been declared as the new emir on Saturday, according to state news agency KUNA. Kuwait has announced official mourning for … Read more