Chelsea sanctions: Fans handed Manchester United boost after government update for season run-in

Russia's wealthiest UK-based oligarchs has pleaded for sympathy, claiming that his family “don't understand how to survive on their own”. Worth a staggering £4 billion, 67-year-old Petr (or Pyotr) Aven who lives in St James's in central London has had his bank accounts and assets frozen in both the UK and Europe.

Piers Morgan has shocked people by jumping to the defence of author J.K. Rowling, claiming she has been treated "despicably" for airing her views recently.J.K.

JK Rowling has responded to Vladimir Putin after seemingly referencing her during a speech condemning ‘cancel culture’ in the West.Likening the portrayal of Russia in the West to the backlash of the Harry Potter author, the president said Rowling had been cancelled ‘because she did not satisfy the demands of gender rights’ He made the comments during a televised meeting with Russian cultural figures, during which he also claimed Western countries were trying to cancel the works of composers Tchaikovsky, Shostakovich and Rachmaninoff.Sharing an article about incarcerated Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny on Twitter, Rowling wrote: ‘Critiques of Western cancel culture are possibly not best made by those currently slaughtering civilians for the crime of resistance, or who jail and poison their critics.’The writer also shared the hashtag #IStandWithUkraine.In a subsequent tweet, she detailed the work her Lumos charity is doing in the country.Critiques of Western cancel culture are possibly not best made by those currently slaughtering civilians for the crime of resistance, or who jail and poison their critics. #IStandWithUkraine https://t.co/aNItgc5aiW‘Children trapped in orphanages and other institutions are exceptionally vulnerable right now,’ she wrote.‘Thank you so, so much to everyone who has already donated to Lumos’s Ukraine appeal.’Rowling said she was personally matching all donations to the Lumos emergency appeal up to £1 million.Putin is reported as saying earlier today: ‘They cancelled Joanne Rowling recently, the children’s author.To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video‘Her books are published all over the world.

Sevilla have identified their number one target to replace Manchester United loanee Anthony Martial next season. according to reports. Martial has only mustered one goal and one assist from eight appearances since making the temporary move in January.

Russia invaded Ukraine last month, interest in nuclear shelters has skyrocketed spurred on in part by Vladimir Putin's reckless rhetoric, but the elites of the world have been planning for years. The Oppidum (which is a fantastically ominous name for a bunker in anyone's book) is located in a quaint valley in the Czech Republic surrounded by high walls that ensure it can't be identified by the irradiated masses.The massive 323,000 square foot structure extends well into the ground and is kitted out with all the luxury items you'd expect including a swimming pool, wine cellar and helipad.The whole building is fitted with a network of secret tunnels leading to the cavernous vaults beneath the above-ground building so when a bomb hits you can be safely hidden fast.

Manchester United's Jadon Sancho should have been picked for the England squad ahead of his Manchester City counterpart Raheem Sterling according to Paul Merson.

Piers Morgan, 56, has used his social media platforms to talk about the "depraved monster" Vladimir Putin, after Russia launched its attack on Ukraine last month.The former Good Morning Britain presenter took to Twitter today to allow an "exception" on today's cancel culture over the Russian leader's latest "deluded" comments.Putin launched a verbal attack on the West today for "discriminating against Russian culture".He compared the supposed discrimation to be like the ceremonial burning of books by Nazi supporters in the 1930s.As reported by AFP News Agency, Putin said: "Today they are trying to cancel a thousand-year old country."I am talking about the progressive discrimination against everything connected with Russia."Angered by this, Piers took to Twitter in view of his 7.9 million followers to respond.He penned: "FFS.

Harry Potter author during a speech about cancel culture.During a televised meeting with cultural figures, Putin claimed there was a campaign against Russian culture in response to the world’s reaction after he ordered the country’s military to launch a full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24.“Today they are trying to cancel a whole thousand-year culture – our people”, Putin said. “They are banning Russian writers and books.”Putin was reported as saying: “They cancelled Joanne Rowling recently, the children’s author. Her books are published all over the world. Just because she did not satisfy the demands of gender rights,” he said, in reference to the backlash Rowling has received for her views on transgender issues.He went on: “They are trying to cancel our country.

Russian commander has allegedly died in hospital after his own disheartened troops ran over him with a tank, causing fatal wounds to his legs.The bizarre news, which is one of many examples of Russian invasion setbacks, has been reported by Sky News Deborah Haynes who gave the name of the commander as Colonel Yuri Medvechek, commander of 37 Motor Rifle Brigade. According to her source, who she names as a western official, the Colonel was set upon by his men as a reaction to the severe losses the unit had suffered in Ukraine.

Anthony Elanga has shed light on how his mentor Cristiano Ronaldo has helped his Manchester United development. Elanga is enjoying a breakthrough season at Old Trafford and the academy graduate marked his progression with a debut for Sweden on Thursday night.

Zack Sharf J.K. Rowling slammed Vladimir Putin on Twitter following a television appearance in which the Russian president said his country was being “canceled” by Western culture, similar to how Rowling has faced criticism over her controversial anti-trans comments.

Vladimir Putin decides to unleash deadly chemical or nuclear weapons in Ukraine.The White House has quietly assembled a so-called "Tiger team" of national security officials to sketch out scenarios of how the United States and its allies, according to the New York Times.NATO’s secretary-general, Jens Stoltenberg stressed that the plans were urgent following Putin's threats on Russian propaganda TV channels.He said that he expects that "allies will agree to provide additional support, including cybersecurity assistance and equipment to help Ukraine protect against chemical, biological, radiologic and nuclear threats.” UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and President Joe Biden have also made statements since reports of the threats as they claim Ukraine will not stand alone against Kremlin forces. The PM said: "The message Putin can take is: Ukraine is not alone.

Manchester United starlet Anthony Elanga was summoned from the bench for his international debut as Sweden took a step closer to qualifying for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Captained by his United teammate Victor Lindelof, the Swedes were 1-0 winners against Czech Republic.

GOOD Morning Britain's Ranvir Singh has revealed private texts with her co-host Ben Shephard after their on air row. Earlier this month fans were convinced they had spotted a "feud" between the presenters during a segment on the ITV breakfast show. Today the pair returned to our screens - and it looks like they've been giggling about when viewers thought they had a fight.

Vladimir Putin's 'favourite girl' is a huge Manchester United fan who was once rumoured to be dating Old Trafford star Henrikh Mkhitaryan. Victoria Lopyreva, 38, might be unfamiliar to British viewers, but she's a big name in Russia, where she presents live football coverage and has worked as a model, actress and reality star in the past.

Russian President Vladimir Putin faces a war crime investigation similar to the Nazi Nuremberg trial. Since Putin’s bloody invasion of Ukraine last month, international condemnation of the tyrannical despot has been rife with 1.3 million people from around the world now making their voice heard.

STRICTLY fans have demanded its Russian dancers are AXED as they remain silent over the Ukraine invasion. Professionals Katya Jones and Luba Mushtuk have chosen not to comment on the horror being inflicted by Russian president Vladimir Putin.

Victor Lindelof has warned Anthony Elanga he needs to stay humble and keep working hard if he is to continue his upward trajectory as a Manchester United player.

Chelsea are believed to forking out up to £600,000 on loan wages every week.Blues players who are under contracts at Stamford Bridge but playing for loan clubs amount to the highest total cost in the Premier League, according to data by BettingOdds. This is despite the financial predicament the club finds itself in, with UK-enforced sanctions being hit on their current owner Roman Abramovich.The current state of play means Chelsea are inoperable as a business - they can’t renew contracts or sign players until the club is changed over to a new owner.

Chelsea fans could be allowed to attend matches again if new plans being discussed by the government are given the green light. Blues supporters are currently not able to buy tickets for matches due to the sanctions imposed on owner Roman Abramovich by the UK government. Abramovich has had his assets frozen due to his alleged links to Russian president Vladimir Putin, who ordered the invasion of Ukraine.

Manchester United need the summer and they need it quickly. With no trophies left to win the last couple of months of the season have the potential to play out like a dreary procession.