Liverpool unveil permanent Diogo Jota and Andre Silva memorial at Anfield

Liverpool FC have unveiled images of a permanent memorial dedicated to late forward Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva following the brothers’ deaths in a car crash last July. The memorial, called “Forever 20”, will be installed outside Anfield on 97 Avenue, the same area where thousands of supporters gathered after the tragedy to leave flowers, scarves, banners, cards and personal tributes. Jota and Andre Silva died in a crash in the Spanish province of Zamora on July 3, 2025, while the Liverpool forward was traveling back to Merseyside ahead of pre-season training. The Portugal international had married his long-term partner Rut Cardoso just days before the crash. Andre Silva, 25, was a professional footballer himself and played for Portuguese second division team FC Penafiel.

Monument inspired by the iconic festival of Jota

Liverpool confirmed that the sculpture was designed as a celebration of the brothers’ life and relationship, as well as reflecting the emotional connection supporters formed with Jota during his time at the club. In an official statement, Liverpool said the memorial “celebrates their lives, their bond and the love and respect felt by family, teammates and supporters around the world.” At the center of the installation is a flowing heart sculpture inspired by Jota’s iconic goal celebration. The abstract design also reveals the numbers 20 and 30 from different viewing angles, representing the shirt numbers worn by Jota and André Silva during their careers. The memorial also includes the lyrics of Jota’s famous chant, which Liverpool supporters still sing during the 20th minute of matches at Anfield. Liverpool explained: “At its center is a flowing heart sculpture in acknowledgment of Diogo’s iconic goal celebration, while when viewed from different angles it also reveals the numbers 20 and 30, which adorn the backs of the brothers’ playing shirts.

LFC released images of the permanent memorial in honor of Diogo Jota and Andre Silva / Image: Liverpool FC

“It will also include the lyrics of Jota’s famous song which Liverpool fans love so much, and which they still sing in the 20th minute of every game.”

Tributes made by fans became permanently incorporated into the sculpture.

One of the most personal aspects of the memorial is the inclusion of physical tributes left by supporters outside Anfield following the brothers’ deaths. Liverpool confirmed that many of the scarves, flowers, artwork, banners and cards left by bereaved fans have been recycled and incorporated directly into the memorial’s stone plinth.

Portugal supporters hold up shirts with the number of late Portuguese player Diogo Jota during the World Cup 2026 Group F qualifying football match between Portugal and Armenia in Porto, Portugal on Sunday, November 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Luis Vieira)

The statue will stand on a Granby Rock-faced stone base with laser-engraved dedications to both brothers. Liverpool said: “The club will provide further updates on when the statue will be officially unveiled, but can confirm that it will be placed on 97 Avenue, where thousands of physical tributes – including flowers, scarves, works of art, cards, banners and opposition jerseys – were placed to create a poignant tribute area in the immediate aftermath of his loss. “It will stand on a Granby rock-faced stone plinth, laser-engraved with dedications to both brothers, and the plinth itself includes many of the physical tributes that were left at Enfield. “This unique recycling process ensures that the voices and emotions shared by fans at that time become a permanent and permanent part of this memorial.”

From left: Real Madrid’s Dean Huijsen, head coach (Peter Byrne/PA via AP)

Personal references beyond football career

Liverpool also revealed that the memorial would also include small personal references to Jota’s life away from football. Among those details is a game controller resting on a plinth, a nod to Jota’s well-known love of gaming and eSports outside of his professional career. The club said: “It will also include personal references that reflect Diogo’s life beyond football, including a game controller detail resting on the plinth, and will serve as a permanent symbol of love, unity and remembrance, and a place where everyone can reflect, remember and pay their respects.” Liverpool have not yet confirmed an official unveiling date for the memorial, but have said that more details will be announced in the future.

Jota’s Liverpool legacy is still deeply felt

Jota joined Liverpool from Wolverhampton Wanderers FC in 2020 and scored 65 goals in 182 appearances for the club. During his time on Merseyside, he helped Liverpool win the Premier League, the FA Cup and two League Cups. Since his death, tributes to the Portuguese forward have continued throughout the season, with supporters, players and visiting fans regularly stopping outside Anfield to pay their respects to him before matches.

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An Iranian heiress has been accused of keeping millions of dollars of her estate from her husband in a $200 million divorce battle, according to new California court filings.Setreh “Star” Brall is the daughter of a late real estate tycoon who is said to have ties to the former Shah of Iran. She is accused of transferring control of her company, Star Pacific Properties, shortly after her separation from her husband, UCLA doctor Ryan Aronin.Court documents obtained by California Post claim Brall handed over control of the business to his brother, Sean Brall, in October 2024. Her husband said this was done to limit her access to marital assets.Ryan Aronin alleges that the asset management firm was valued at approximately $15 million and was taken out of his wife’s direct control after the couple separated, which he says occurred in March 2022. But Bral says they parted ways in April 2024.“Setareh took deliberate action to reduce his income on paper and restrict his access to funds,” the documents said. It added that his brother reportedly has “no ownership interest” in the company.Star Pacific Properties owns and operates two commercial buildings in the Los Angeles area, with tenants including Starbucks, Panda Express and 7-Eleven. These generate substantial annual revenue.The controversy is primarily about the SYB Family Trust, which Aronin says is worth about $200 million and comes from Setreh Bral’s family.Aronin alleges that his estranged wife has attempted to remove herself from the trust to reduce her reported income and avoid financial claims in the divorce.“She voluntarily relinquished responsibility for the administration of the SYB Family Trusts, possibly in an effort to remove herself from control over discretionary trust distributions,” court documents said.They also claim that Bral continues to benefit from trust-related rental income. He cited an example in which he allegedly advertised a property for lease in April 2026 for approximately $4,950 per month.According to the New York Post, the social media post shows Brall marketing a luxury two-bedroom apartment in West Los Angeles, writing: “Hello, I’m Setreh and something you need to know about me is that I need a good tenant.”Court filings describe a lavish lifestyle during the marriage, including attending high-profile Los Angeles events and residence in a $6 million Beverly Hills home funded by a family trust. The couple married in 2014 and have two children.The case also includes allegations of hostile exchanges between the couple, including a message in which Brill allegedly wrote, “People treat their dogs better than you treat me,” as well as claims of surveillance footage showing her throwing her husband’s clothes off the balcony.Aronin claims Brall’s personal wealth is no less than $19 million, with potential annual income from trust investments in excess of $700,000.

New Delhi: India recorded 57,670 environment and pollution-related crimes in 2024, showing a 16.4% decline in the number of such crimes (68,994) reported in 2023, says the latest Crime in India report released by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) of the Home Ministry.However, more than 80% (46,333 cases) of environment and pollution-related crimes relate to just one offense – violation of the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA) – which bans advertising and regulates trade, commerce, production, supply and distribution of such products.Of the 53,682 people arrested, 42,235 were charged under COTPA. In most cases, a fine – environmental compensation – was imposed upon conviction for violation of various green laws.The number of crimes under the Noise Pollution Act stood at the second position (8,639), while the number of crimes under the Forest Act and Forest Conservation Act stood at the third (1,425) respectively. About 98% of all environmental and pollution crimes, combined, fall under these three headings.Under the noise pollution law, Rajasthan contributed to more than 95% of such cases in 2024 – the data reflects the state’s proactive approach towards filing complaints on violations involving the use of high-decibel sound systems (loudspeakers, DJ systems, etc.) during religious events and wedding processions/ceremonies.The NCRB report shows that the highest number of environment and pollution-related cases (26,475) were reported in Tamil Nadu in 2024, followed by Rajasthan (10,824), Kerala (9,143), Maharashtra (6,735) and Karnataka (1,214).Incidentally, the Union Territory of Delhi, which faces an air pollution crisis during winters every year due to multiple violations of various nature, did not register a single case under the Air Pollution Control Act, 1981, while neighboring Haryana, Punjab and UP did not register a single case under this head in 2024 despite facing hundreds of cases of stubble burning contributing to air pollution during winters.Overall, 18 cases were reported under air and water pollution control laws from all states and union territories in 2024, of which 50% (9) cases were reported from Tamil Nadu alone.Violations under the Environment (Protection) Act; Wildlife Protection Act; and National Green Tribunal Act are the other three major ones that feature in the list with 754, 497 and 4 cases being reported respectively.

India women’s national under-17 football team’s historic FIFA World Cup dream ended on Monday after a 0-3 defeat against hosts China women’s national under-17 football team in the quarter-finals of the AFC Under-17 Women’s Asian Cup. India fought hard for large parts of the contest, but China’s quality and relentless pressure ultimately proved too much in a game which the hosts dominated from start to finish.

The Young Tigresses entered the quarter-finals knowing that a win would secure India’s first FIFA World Cup qualification on qualification. Instead, the defeat brought an end to a memorable campaign that had already seen India reached the knockout stage of the tournament for the first time.

However, for 38 minutes India managed to frustrate one of the strongest young teams in Asia.

Goalkeeper Basnet and defender Munni stood out during a disciplined defensive effort as China dominated possession and repeatedly pushed India into their own half.

But the breakthrough finally came in the 38th minute.

A sharp passing move from the left left India’s defense wide open, before Huang Qianyi finished from close range to give China the lead.

Things got even tougher for India in the stoppage time of the first half when China won a penalty and Liu Yuxi calmly converted it before the break to make it 2-0.

How did China dominate India in the quarterfinals?

The match statistics reflected China’s dominance throughout the contest.

The hosts enjoyed nearly 75 percent possession and finished the game with 28 shots, compared to India’s single effort.

China barely gave India a chance to play the ball and forced the Young Tigresses to constantly defend in their own final third.

Even after taking the lead, China continued to attack with intensity and never allowed India to stay in the game.

Ultimately, Li Qixian scored the third goal in the 90th minute to secure China’s place in the semi-finals.

Meanwhile, India struggled to create attacking opportunities as the hosts’ physicality, movement and pace continued to stretch the defense throughout the match.

India’s World Cup dream is over, but not the promise

Although the defeat ended India’s hopes of reaching the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, the campaign still marked a major step forward for the team.

India had already created history in the tournament by reaching the knockout stage of the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup for the first time after an impressive 4-0 win over Lebanon.

This was the first time since 2004 that an Indian women’s team had reached the knockout stage of an AFC tournament.

Despite a tough quarterfinal against one of the strongest teams in Asia, players like Basnet and Munni showed a lot of potential during the tournament.

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New Delhi: The West Bengal government on Monday appointed Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Manoj Kumar Agarwal, the top state official responsible for overseeing and conducting elections, as the Chief Secretary of the Suvendu-led government.The Chief Secretary is the top bureaucrat of the state government and the senior most IAS officer, responsible for coordinating all departments and advising the Chief Minister.Forty-eight hours after he was relieved as special observer by the Election Commission on May 7, Gupta had already been appointed advisor to Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday. The appointment order came within hours of the officer taking oath as CM at a ceremony at the Brigade Parade Ground.The state also appointed IAS officer Shantanu Bala as private secretary to the CM. Bala, a 2017 batch IAS officer, previously served as the additional district magistrate of South 24 Parganas.The notification regarding Gupta’s appointment issued from Nabanna states that the appointment has been made “in the interest of public service” and will remain effective until further orders.On Gupta’s appointment, CM Adhikari said, “In the previous government, efficient and impartial officers were not given any work and they had to leave the state (for central deputation). We want to give these efficient officers a chance to work for the people. We want to bring these officers back.”Gupta was earlier appointed as a special role observer by the Election Commission during the SIR exercise. Following the Election Commission’s satisfaction with his role during the SIR, he was later assigned responsibilities as a special observer for the assembly elections. The 2026 assembly elections were largely peaceful, with no deaths reported during the election process and no major allegations of booth capturing or large-scale electoral violence.Sources said the officer met Gupta after the completion of the election process and had extensive talks with him. Sources said that during the meeting the officer offered him the post of advisor.Gupta, who has a PhD from IIT-Kharagpur, served as DM of Jalpaiguri and Burdwan. He also served as an executive director and later MD in WBIDC from 2007 to 2011, a period marked by Tata Motors’ unceremonious exit from Singur.

Punjab Class 10 board exam toppers shine with excellent performance: Harleen Sharma leads with 99.38%, followed by Manimahesh Sharma and Rhea Rani both score 99.23%, showcasing exceptional academic excellence across the state.

Chandigarh: Punjab has recorded an overall pass percentage of 94.52% in the Class 10 board exams, with rural students outperforming their urban counterparts in this year’s results, according to data released by the state education department.A total of 2,69,505 students appeared for the exam, out of which 2,54,744 passed the exam. The results indicate a strong overall academic performance across the state.rural vs urban performanceThe pass percentage in rural areas was recorded at 95.35%, with 1,66,830 students passing out of 1,74,958 students who appeared. In comparison, the pass percentage in urban areas was recorded at 92.98%, where 87,914 students out of 94,547 candidates passed the exam. Officials noted that this marks a change in performance trends compared to previous years, where urban centers were generally ahead.Toppers of PunjabHarleen Sharma of Saraswati Senior Secondary School, Jaito (Faridkot) topped the state with 646 marks out of 650 (99.38%). The second position was jointly won by Manimahesh Sharma of Government Senior Secondary School, Chanauli Bassi (Rupnagar) and Riya Rani of Shri Guru Harkrishna Public School, Chief Khalsa Dewan, Model Town (Hoshiarpur), both scored 645 marks out of 650 (99.23%).Official statements and trendsPunjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said the rural-urban gap is now more than 2.3 percent. He described the results as reflecting wide variation in academic performance patterns across the state. The education department linked the overall improvement to ongoing system reforms, including infrastructure development in government schools, increased digital learning access and regular teacher training programmes.Officials also said that consistent monitoring and academic support initiatives initiated in previous academic cycles have contributed to better results, especially in rural districts.

A historical formation located in the depths of Loch Bhorgastell provides information about human existence more than 5,000 years ago. This structure, which nowadays appears to be a small island made of stone, used to be a wooden structure carefully built by Neolithic people. The age of this ancient structure makes it older than other famous sites like Stonehenge. This structure challenges traditional views of the engineering skills and settlements of early societies.When seen from outside this structure does not appear to be anything extraordinary. Yet, beneath the surface lies evidence of the meticulous nature of its construction, multiple uses throughout history, and changes throughout the prehistoric era. According to archaeologists, this structure is the best example of human ability to shape the environment in ancient times.

Scientists discover a lost Scottish island created by humans 5,000 years ago

This particular site is of the type called a crannog, which can be described as a man-made island in lakes and wetlands. Crannogs were mostly associated with the Iron Age and later periods. However, recent discoveries indicate that there may have been some crannogs that appeared in an earlier period.According to the study conducted by experts from the University of Southampton and the University of Reading, this particular crannog was built between approximately 3800 and 3300 BC. This means that its building dates back to the Neolithic period when Stonehenge was not even built.As preliminary analysis has shown, the crannog initially consisted of a round-shaped wooden platform approximately 23 meters in diameter. Its construction consisted of several layers of timber, brushwood and stones, which were used to secure the foundation of the island. Later, the island was expanded and improved. Evidence of constructions that took place during the Bronze Age and then the Iron Age has been discovered.

What do pottery fragments tell us about Neolithic activity at the lake

Archaeological surveys have uncovered large quantities of Neolithic pottery fragments around the site. Some of these pots have traces of food residue, indicating cooking or food preparation activities.This description changes the way the site is interpreted. It may not have been entirely symbolic or defensive. Instead, it may have served as a gathering place where people met, shared food, and carried out communal activities. Experts suggest that it may have had both practical and social significance.The idea of ​​people building and using a wooden island in the middle of a lake seems unusual today. Yet in the Neolithic world, such places would have created a sense of isolation from everyday land-based life. Water boundaries often held meaning in ancient cultures, possibly marking transitions between different social or ritual realms.Still, much of this remains speculation. The evidence provides clues, but not complete answers.

How scientists discovered a hidden passage to the crannog

Among the most interesting discoveries are the underground stone passageways connecting the island to the mainland. These indicate that initially, there may have been some easy and perhaps even managed access to the island.Throughout the millennium of water level fluctuations, part of the structure would have been flooded, thus breaking apart what was previously a contiguous landscape.Investigating such landscapes has its own challenges, one of which arises from the fact that between dry land and deep water there is an area where traditional land-based surveys cannot be conducted, and underwater methods are also not efficient enough.To address this, the scientists combined underwater photography, photogrammetry using drones, and GPS measurements to overcome the shortcomings of the individual techniques and produce an accurate 3D reconstruction of the area, including both dry land and submerged portions.