Surprise boost for injury-hit Newcastle after lack of activity during transfer window

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NEWCASTLE: Newcastle United appear to have been given a much-needed boost on the injuries front, after a frustrating January transfer window during which Premier League financial regulations meant they were unable to add new players. Head coach Eddie Howe began January with hopes he would be able to strengthen his injury-ravaged squad. But the need … Read more

White House, Pentagon will review Defense Secretary Austin’s lack of disclosure on his hospital stay

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WASHINGTON: Both the White House and Pentagon said Monday they would look into why President Joe Biden and other top officials weren’t informed for days that Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had been hospitalized. A Pentagon spokesman pointed to one reason: A key staffer was out sick with the flu.Even as the Biden administration pledged to … Read more