Moldova connected to SEPA: Citizens can make fast, secure, low-cost euro payments

As of today, October 6, 2025, Moldova becomes an operational part of the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA), meaning that citizens and companies can make fast, secure, and low-cost euro transfers. The data of the National Bank of Moldova (BNM) shows...

What’s happened to Israel and Palestine since the UNGA?

A report on recent recognitions of Palestine, walkouts at the GA, and Trump’s Peace Plan In a week of high-stakes diplomacy and visible division, Gaza has returned to the center of global politics, as walkouts, recognition debates, and the United...

Torenza Passport Woman Goes Viral On The Internet: Here Are Other Fictional Places That Have Baffled People All Over The World

On 6 October 2025, a bizarre video surfaced online showing a woman at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport presenting a passport from Torenza, a nation absent from every map, record and database. Immigration officials were left...

England lose captain to injury in 'ridiculous' $2.85b squad

England will start as overwhelming favourites against Wales at Wembley on Friday (AEDT) despite the loss of the "best player in Europe" through injury. England manager Thomas Tuchel has decided not to risk Harry Kane after he took a knock to his...

Moldova joined the Single Euro Payments Area

Moldova became a full member of the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) on October 6. This was reported by the press service of the National Bank of Moldova. Eight Moldovan commercial banks have already received SEPA participant status. The Single...

Moldova has become part of the single euro area

The Republic of Moldova has joined the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) as of today, Prime Minister Dorin Recean announced. “Moldova’s integration into SEPA is a historic moment for the national financial system and confirms the country’s European...

England v Wales betting offer: Get 50/1 on a goal to be scored with Paddy Power

England are back in international action on Thursday night as they welcome Wales to Wembley Stadium for a friendly. Paddy Power are offering new customers massive enhanced odds ahead of the match of 50/1 for a goal to be scored in the match, an...

England vs Wales talkSPORT betting tips – Best football bets and expert advice

England and Wales play a friendly match at Wembley on Thursday night as they prepare for their next 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying games later in this international break. The Three Lions are sitting pretty with a perfect five wins from five in...

England vs Wales 10/1 bet builder featuring Saka and Gordon on Betfred

England host Wales in an international friendly on Thursday evening at Wembley Stadium as the two rivalled nations meet once again. Betfred and talkSPORT have teamed up to create a huge 10/1 bet builder on the action. Bet Builder: England to score...

England vs Wales LIVE commentary: Kick-off time, team news and where to watch Wembley friendly for free

England take on Wales for the first time since 2022 on Thursday night in an international friendly, live on talkSPORT. The Three Lions are returning to action exactly a month after they ended the last break with a dominant 5-0 win over Serbia. 3...

Adam Wharton says missing out on England call up is ‘not the end of the world’

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

How to buy World Cup 2026 Qualifiers tickets

The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is well underway, and the thrill of the qualifiers is capturing the hearts of football fans across the globe. For the first time ever, 48 teams will compete for the ultimate prize in international football,...

England vs. Wales: Tuchel's favourites, full-back battle, more

With less than 250 days to go until the tournament kicks off in Mexico City next summer, we are beginning to make out the hard edges of Thomas Tuchel's plan to turn England's World Cup dreams into reality. Gone, seemingly, is the deference to star...

Midweek Warm-up: Report says Bayern Munich won’t offer Harry Kane a raise; UEFA World Cup Qualifier predictions; Should Bayern pursue Nico Schlotterbeck?; Throwing it back to Powerman 5000; and MORE!

Could Bayern Munich really be contemplating offering Harry Kane a contract extension without a raise? Maybe and that is according to a report from Sport Bild journalists Christian Falk and Tobi Altschäffl (as captured by @iMiaSanMia): Harry Kane’s...

2 years of Gaza genocide: Gen Z challenges Europe on Israel

Experts say young people’s disillusionment with double standards on human rights is reshaping Europe’s political landscape ‘They’ve realized that international law and human rights were not universal and were subject to conditions depending on who...

US Senate Confirms Duke Buchan III as New Ambassador to Morocco

Rabat – The US Senate has officially confirmed Duke Buchan III as the new American ambassador to Morocco. The Senate confirmed Buchan’s appointment on Tuesday. US President Donald Trump appointed Duke Buchan III as the new US ambassador to Morocco...

England vs Wales prediction: Betting tips, odds & team news

England vs Wales betting tips England to win both halves - 13/8 Bet365 Rashford to score at any time - 7/4 BetMGM Thomas Tuchel will be looking for his sixth win as England manager when they take on Wales at Wembley in a friendly on Thursday...

Row Z: Tuchel's Bellingham gamble, Chelsea's goal music and kicking balls at spectators

Welcome to Row Z, The Athletic’s weekly column that shines a light on the bonkers side of the game. From clubs to managers, players to organisations, every week we’ll bring you the absurdities, the greed, the contradictions, the preposterousness...

Lionel Messi Hotels at Meliá Hotels International

Meliá Hotels International and MiM Hotels, the boutique hospitality brand owned by global football legend Lionel Messi, have announced a strategic partnership, under which Meliá will take over the management of the MiM Hotels portfolio from 1...

Shining a light on Manar Abu Dhabi: Dates, locations and how to attend

Abu Dhabi will once again come alive with light this winter as Manar Abu Dhabi, the public art exhibition that made its debut from 2023 to 2024, is set to return for a second time. Expanding its reach across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, the large-scale...