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The Irish Sun
3 hours ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Fulham looking to bring back Joao Palhinha just 12 months after £48m Bayern transfer but face major issue
FULHAM are eyeing a sensational swoop to bring Joao Palhinha back to the Cottage — just a year after he joined Bayern Munich for £48million. The Portuguese midfielder, 29, endured a nightmare debut season in Germany and could now be handed a Premier League lifeline. Advertisement 7 Joao Palhinha has struggled to replicate his fine Fulham form at Bayern Munich Credit: GETTY 7 Marco Silva knows how to get the best out of Palhinha Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 7 The midfielder has started only seven league games for the German giants Credit: Getty Palhinha's move to Bayern was meant to be the next big step in his career, but instead he's barely had a look-in under Vincent Kompany. The ex-Fulham ace started just SEVEN Bundesliga games all season and failed to register a single goal or assist in 17 appearances across all competitions. An injury saw him sidelined for over two months and his confidence has taken a hit. Now the Bundesliga champs are ready to cash in if the right offer comes along. Advertisement READ MORE IN FOOTBALL Palhinha still wants to fight for his spot in Munich but Palhinha joined the Cottagers in 2022 and quickly became a fan favourite with his tough tackling in midfield. A deadline day move to Bayern collapsed in the summer of 2023, before the Germans finally got their man 12 months later. Advertisement Most read in Football BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 7 Palhinha was part of Portugal's Nations League-winning squad earlier this month but played just one minute across the semi and final. Fulham have yet to make any major moves in the market but are clearing the decks. Advertisement They have 13 players including Willian and Carlos Vinicius, heading for the exit door when their contracts expire at the end of June. Under Marco Silva- Fulham have become a stable Premier League side finishing 11th last season and 10th season before that. 7 Palhinha's club form is affecting his minutes at national team level Credit: Rex 7 He played only one minutes for Portugal across the semi-final of the Nations League Credit: EPA Advertisement 7 He could be back in the Premier League next season Credit: GETTY
The Irish Sun
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘We're all very excited' says A-list actor on Cillian Murphy as he opens up on working with Oscar winner
CILLIAN Murphy's A-list co-star has opened up on his experience working with the actor. The Oscar winner can next be seen on the big screen in the Peaky Blinders film adaptation, The Immortal Man. Advertisement 2 Cillian Murphy is producing a new blockbuster action movie Credit: GETTY IMAGES 2 One of the films stars opened up on working with Cillian Credit: EPA Until the much-anticipated gangster film is released, fans will have to take an upcoming return to a franchise Murphy once led. 28 Years Later is the third instalment in the 28-film series and will take audiences through the journey of survival with a brand new set of survivors trying to make it through the zombie apocalypse. The cast for this film includes Aaron Taylor Johnson, Jodie Comer and Ralph Fiennes. However, Cillian played a pivotal role in getting this latest instalment made as he starred in the first film of the franchise. Advertisement read more on cillian murphy He is also serving as an executive producer on this film, frequently dropping in on the movie's set. Speaking to FM104 Strawberry Alarm Clock, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, one of the film's stars opened up on his experience working with Cillian Murphy. He said: "He's the sweetest, he's actually such a wonderful man. And we just are so grateful to be a part of this franchise. "And yeah as an audience who enjoys these movies, I think we're all very excited to see Cillian Murphy make an appearance at some point." Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Exclusive Exclusive Cillian could soon make another appearance in a Ever since the rumour mill has been whirring as to who will take on the iconic 007 gig - but now fans want to know who will play the next Bond baddie. Forgotten Cillian Murphy film soars up Netflix charts - despite terrible reviews and Rotten Tomatoes score Now, an According to the bookies, Peaky Blinders actor Cillian Murphy is the current favourite to be named as the next 007 baddie. Advertisement He is leading the pack with odds of 9/2. The Irish actor - best known for playing Thomas Shelby - previously said he was "too old" to play the famous spy. NEW ROLE But thanks to being at the peak of his career, the Oppenheimer star could be the next Bond villain. Bookmaker expert Jake Ashton said: 'The villain role in Bond movies is just as iconic as Bond himself. Advertisement "With Cillian Murphy at the height of his powers and trusted by major directors, he's a natural favourite.' Meanwhile, the race for Stars including
Newsweek
a day ago
- Politics
- Newsweek
Greg Abbott Launches $20 Billion Texas Water Plan
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed two major bills into law on June 18, launching a landmark $20 billion investment aimed at tackling Texas' growing water shortages. Final funding approval for part of the plan will require voter consent in a November statewide ballot. Newsweek contacted Abbott for comment on Thursday via email outside regular office hours. Why It Matters Texas faces mounting water challenges driven by rapid population growth, frequent droughts and rising demands from agriculture and industry. Leaking infrastructure and dwindling supplies threaten quality of life and economic growth. Abbott's plan aims to secure the state's water future while addressing ongoing environmental concerns. Texas suffered from severe drought in the summer of 2023, with only 11 percent of the Lone Star State drought free, according to the U.S. Drought Map, though more rainfall improved the situation in 2024. In September 2024, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller said the state loses "about a farm a week" because of water shortages. Texas Governor Greg Abbott takes a question from a reporter outside the West Wing after meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House on February 5, 2025, in Washington. Texas Governor Greg Abbott takes a question from a reporter outside the West Wing after meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House on February 5, 2025, in Washington. Andrew Harnik/GETTY What To Know Details of the Water Investment The bills signed by Abbott—Senate Bill 7 (SB 7) and House Joint Resolution 7 (HJR 7)—target repairing aging water systems and investing in new supply sources. Half of the $20 billion allocation is earmarked for infrastructure upgrades and the other half will support projects such as pipelines and desalination. Voter Approval and Immediate Funding The plan requires voter approval of HJR 7 in November to dedicate $1 billion a year from state sales tax revenue, beginning in 2027. However, the $2.5 billion allocation for the Texas Water Fund is secured regardless of the November ballot result. The Texas Water Development Board will oversee project selection and funding distribution as the state shifts to a coordinated, regional strategy for water management. Texas Water Context Water scarcity is a recurring crisis in Texas. Years of drought, persistent population increases and intensified industrial use have stretched existing systems, forcing some cities to consider restricting development. The state also faces a backlog of expensive infrastructure repairs, with Houston alone reporting a $4.93 billion need because of leaking pipes according to city officials. What People Are Saying Texas Governor Greg Abbott: "We lose about 88 billion gallons of water a year because of broken, busted, and aged pipes." State Senator Charles Perry: The new law represents "a cultural shift from the way we do water in Texas" and moved the focus to coordinated regional strategies. What Happens Next Texas voters will decide on final funding through a constitutional amendment in November. If passed, the initiative will set aside $1 billion annually for water projects, beginning in 2027, with immediate funds supporting urgent infrastructure needs across the state.
Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
UFC star Ilia Topuria makes offer to Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso ahead of UFC 317 as Los Blancos eye Mbappe back-up
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) UFC superstar Ilia Topuria has jokingly offered his services to Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso, who is on the hunt for a new striker Georgian-born Spaniard Topruia is one of the slickest strikers in the sport of mixed martial arts and has electrified the UFC with a string of emphatic knockouts. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 UFC superstar Ilia Topuria is a huge fan of Real Madrid and visited the Bernabeu after winning the featherweight title Credit: GETTY 5 Madrista Topuria is quite the football player Credit: INSTGRAM@ILIATOPURIA 5 Topuria has offered his services to new Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso Credit: INSTGRAM@ILIATOPURIA But he's also a dab hand on the pitch, so much so that he shared his footie skills in an Instgram video for his 7.7 million followers to see. The 28-year-old posted a video of himself dribbling past his training partners as they took some downtime from preparations for his UFC 317 next weekend. And the Real superfan sent a message to new Los Blancos boss Alonso, who is in the market for a back-up striker for Kylian Mbappe. His accompanying caption read: "I'm not saying anything but @realmadrid needs a Matador." READ MORE ON ILIA TOPURIA 'HATE HIM' Ilia Topuria performs shock Paddy Pimblett U-turn ahead of UFC 317 Topuria, who was presented at the Bernabeu last February after his brutal featherweight title-winning knockout of Alexander Volkanovski, had his comments section flooded by Madridistas. One commented: "Warm up, you're playing tomorrow." Another said: "The terror of defences (no one dares to protest)" And another said: "Better than Cristiano." JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS 5 Ilia Topuria is pals with Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos Credit: GETTY One remarked: "Topurinho." Another chimed in: "Barcelona, you have a new problem." Ilia Topuria performs shock Paddy Pimblett U-turn ahead of UFC 317 after seemingly squashing beef with Brit Topuria is pals with Real legend Sergio Ramos, who was cageside for his sole featherweight title defence against Max Holloway last October. 'El Matador' will bid to become a two-division champion a week on Sunday morning when he fights Charles Oliveira for the vacant lightweight title in the main event of UFC 317 in Las Vegas. And he plans to win his second belt in as equally devastating a fashion as his first. He said: Charles is a great fighter. "I'd say he's a legendary fighter, one of the few still active in the UFC. "But the truth is that his style fits perfectly with mine to put him to sleep in the first round. "Because he has no mobility, he doesn't move." 5 Ilia Topuria returns to the octagon next weekend to face Charles Oliveira for the vacant lightweight title Credit: UFC
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
UFC star Ilia Topuria makes offer to Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso ahead of UFC 317 as Los Blancos eye Mbappe back-up
UFC superstar Ilia Topuria has jokingly offered his services to Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso, who is on the hunt for a new striker Georgian-born Spaniard Topruia is one of the slickest strikers in the sport of mixed martial arts and has electrified the UFC with a string of emphatic knockouts. 5 UFC superstar Ilia Topuria is a huge fan of Real Madrid and visited the Bernabeu after winning the featherweight title Credit: GETTY 5 Madrista Topuria is quite the football player Credit: INSTGRAM@ILIATOPURIA 5 Topuria has offered his services to new Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso Credit: INSTGRAM@ILIATOPURIA But he's also a dab hand on the pitch, so much so that he shared his footie skills in an Instgram video for his 7.7 million followers to see. The 28-year-old posted a video of himself dribbling past his training partners as they took some downtime from preparations for his UFC 317 next weekend. And the Real superfan sent a message to new Los Blancos boss Alonso, who is in the market for a back-up striker for His accompanying caption read: "I'm not saying anything but @realmadrid needs a Matador." READ MORE ON ILIA TOPURIA Topuria, who was presented at the Bernabeu last February after his brutal featherweight title-winning knockout of Alexander Volkanovski, had his comments section flooded by Madridistas. One commented: "Warm up, you're playing tomorrow." Another said: "The terror of defences (no one dares to protest)" And another said: "Better than Cristiano." Most read in MMA JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS 5 Ilia Topuria is pals with Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos Credit: GETTY One remarked: "Topurinho." Another chimed in: " Barcelona , you have a new problem." Ilia Topuria performs shock Paddy Pimblett U-turn ahead of UFC 317 after seemingly squashing beef with Brit Topuria is pals with Real legend Sergio Ramos, who was cageside for his sole featherweight title defence against Max Holloway last October. 'El Matador' will bid to become a two-division champion a week on Sunday morning when he fights Las Vegas . And he plans to win his second belt in as equally devastating a fashion as his first. He said: Charles is a great fighter. "I'd say he's a legendary fighter, one of the few still active in the UFC. "But the truth is that his style fits perfectly with mine to put him to sleep in the first round. "Because he has no mobility, he doesn't move." 5 Ilia Topuria returns to the octagon next weekend to face Charles Oliveira for the vacant lightweight title Credit: UFC
