<p class="MsoNormal">The mayor of a private Italian island Alicudi overrun by goats has proposed giving away the animals for free to anyone willing to adopt them. The authorities also don't exactly care if you eat them or domesticate them, even though&nbsp;they prefer the latter. But to be able to participate in the giveaway, you need to have a boat to take them off the island and, probably the tougher condition, you'll have to catch them yourselves.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Riccardo Gullo came up with this unusual solution after a recent census revealed that the goat population on the Alicudi island, exceeded six times the island’s year-round human population of 100.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">These goats, skilled at passing through Alicudi’s steep cliffs, were once a pleasant part of the island's ecosystem and a tourist attraction alongside its dormant volcano.&nbsp;</p>

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<p class="MsoNormal">However, their rapid increase in recent years has led them to encroach upon populated areas, causing damage to vegetation, gardens, stone walls, and even entering homes, prompting calls for a resolution.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Alicudi falls under the administration of the island of Lipari. The ‘adopt a goat’ initiative was regarded as the most considerate approach to managing the issue.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"We absolutely oppose the idea of culling the animals, so we are promoting the idea of giving them away," stated Mayor Gullo.&nbsp;</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"Anyone can ask for a goat, regardless of whether they are farmers, and there are no limitations on the number of goats one can adopt,” Gullo added.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"We have already received several inquiries, including from a farmer on Vulcano island interested in taking multiple goats, as he produces ricotta cheese," Gullo added.&nbsp;</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"The authority prefers to see people attempting to domesticate the animals rather than eat them," the mayor stated. However, the authorities will not investigate the intentions of any goat adopters.</p>

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<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>How to adopt the goats</strong></p>

<ul>
	<li class="MsoNormal">Individuals interested in adopting up to 50 goats can submit an official request to the community by April 10th, with the possibility of extending the deadline until all goats find homes.</li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">To formalise the adoption request, applicants must email the local authority and pay a €16 (approximately $17) stamp fee.</li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">Once the goats are assigned, the adopter has 15 days to capture and relocate them from the island.</li>
	<li class="MsoNormal">Although the giveaway will continue until the local goat population is significantly reduced, a few goats will remain to pose with tourists.<br />
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<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>How did the goats reach Alicudi Island?</strong></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Notably, goats were primarily introduced to Alicudi two decades ago, reportedly by someone with intentions of breeding them. However, the plan was abandoned, leaving the goats to breed unchecked.&nbsp;</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Gloria, proprietor of Golden Cafe Noir at Alicudi’s port said, “The goats roam in groups and cause damage, they are too many in number."&nbsp;</p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Gloria appreciates the initiative but also questions its feasibility. "How will they transport the goats back down? Perhaps they'll need a helicopter to ferry two or three at a time. It's a commendable proposal, but there's currently no logistical solution,” she added.</p>

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The mayor of a private Italian island Alicudi overrun by goats has proposed giving away the animals for free to anyone willing to adopt them. The authorities also don't exactly care if you eat them or domesticate them, even though they prefer the latter.

The mayor of a private Italian island Alicudi overrun by goats has proposed giving away the animals for free to anyone willing to adopt them. The authorities also don't exactly care if you eat them or domesticate them, even though they prefer the latter. But to be able to participate in the giveaway, you need to have a boat to take them off the island and, probably the tougher condition, you'll have to catch them yourselves. Riccardo Gullo came up with this unusual solution after a recent census revealed that the goat population on the Alicudi island, exceeded six times the island’s year-round human population of 100. These goats, skilled at passing through Alicudi’s steep cliffs, were once a pleasant part of the island's ecosystem and a tourist attraction alongside its dormant volcano. Also read: Is bird flu to blame for thousands of dead penguins in Antarctica? Scientists rush to find out However, their rapid increase in recent years has led them to encroach upon populated areas, causing damage to vegetation, gardens, stone walls, and even entering homes, prompting calls for a resolution. Alicudi falls under the administration of the island of Lipari. The ‘adopt a goat’ initiative was regarded as the most considerate approach to managing the issue. "We absolutely oppose the idea of culling the animals, so we are promoting the idea of giving them away," stated Mayor Gullo. "Anyone can ask for a goat, regardless of whether they are farmers, and there are no limitations on the number of goats one can adopt,” Gullo added. "We have already received several inquiries, including from a farmer on Vulcano island interested in taking multiple goats, as he produces ricotta cheese," Gullo added. "The authority prefers to see people attempting to domesticate the animals rather than eat them," the mayor stated. However, the authorities will not investigate the intentions of any goat adopters. Also read: Back from the dead: Elon Musk's X sparks confusion with surprise return of free blue ticks How to adopt the goats Individuals interested in adopting up to 50 goats can submit an official request to the community by April 10th, with the possibility of extending the deadline until all goats find homes. To formalise the adoption request, applicants must email the local authority and pay a €16 (approximately $17) stamp fee. Once the goats are assigned, the adopter has 15 days to capture and relocate them from the island. Although the giveaway will continue until the local goat population is significantly reduced, a few goats will remain to pose with tourists. How did the goats reach Alicudi Island? Notably, goats were primarily introduced to Alicudi two decades ago, reportedly by someone with intentions of breeding them. However, the plan was abandoned, leaving the goats to breed unchecked. Gloria, proprietor of Golden Cafe Noir at Alicudi’s port said, “The goats roam in groups and cause damage, they are too many in number." Gloria appreciates the initiative but also questions its feasibility. "How will they transport the goats back down? Perhaps they'll need a helicopter to ferry two or three at a time. It's a commendable proposal, but there's currently no logistical solution,” she added. (With inputs from agencies)

An Italian island is giving away goats for free. The catch? Well, you have to catch them

<p>After spending more than a year in "prison", a total of nine goats were released on Friday (Nov 24), in Barisal, a city on the banks of the Kirtankhola river in south-central Bangladesh, Dhaka Tribune reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report added that the goats were apparently sent to prison for eating grass and leaves of trees in a graveyard in Barishal city.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Newly elected Barishal City Corporation (BCC) Mayor Abul Khair Abdullah (Khokon Serniabat) directed the release of the goats.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Last year on December 6, the animals were detained and held for approximately one year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the report, the then BCC administrative official Swapon Kumar Das confirmed the development to the media outlet.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The move of release came after Shahriar Sachib Rajib, owner of the goats, appealed to the BCC mayor for release recently.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report said that current BCC administrative officials Alamgir Hossain and Road Inspectors Reazul Karim and Imran Hossain Khan were present when the animals were handed over to the owner.</p>


After spending more than a year in "prison", a total of nine goats were released on Friday (Nov 24), in Barisal, a city on the banks of the Kirtankhola river in south-central Bangladesh, Dhaka Tribune reported.

After spending more than a year in "prison", a total of nine goats were released on Friday (Nov 24), in Barisal, a city on the banks of the Kirtankhola river in south-central Bangladesh, Dhaka Tribune reported. The report added that the goats were apparently sent to prison for eating grass and leaves of trees in a graveyard in Barishal city. Newly elected Barishal City Corporation (BCC) Mayor Abul Khair Abdullah (Khokon Serniabat) directed the release of the goats. Last year on December 6, the animals were detained and held for approximately one year. As per the report, the then BCC administrative official Swapon Kumar Das confirmed the development to the media outlet. Nine goats freed after one year in jail for eating grass in Barishal graveyard!#Bangladesh #barishal https://t.co/8vLLSSOgRf — UNB - United News of Bangladesh (@unbnewsroom) November 24, 2023 × The move of release came after Shahriar Sachib Rajib, owner of the goats, appealed to the BCC mayor for release recently. The report said that current BCC administrative officials Alamgir Hossain and Road Inspectors Reazul Karim and Imran Hossain Khan were present when the animals were handed over to the owner.

Bangladesh: Nine goats jailed for eating grass in graveyard are finally set free

<p>A few Glendale police officers in the US state of Arizona found themselves caught up in a thrilling pursuit last Saturday. It all started when the authorities, over the weekend, received a distress call about two runaway goats spotted in the vicinity of 80th and Glendale avenues.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The situation not only posed a danger to motorists but also put the mischievous goats at risk, according to the police officials.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“This was not only a hazard to those commuting on the road but to the goats themselves,” Glendale police said.</p>

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<p>With this in mind, the officers wasted no time and swiftly set off to the neighbourhood, ready for the exciting adventure that awaited them.</p>

<h2><strong>Goat on the run!</strong></h2>

<p>As captured by one officer's body camera, the scene was nothing short of chaotic.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One of the goats sprinted through the streets, evading the pursuing officials with remarkable agility.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite the collective efforts of those attempting to catch the creature, it deftly manoeuvred through yards, determined to escape capture.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, undeterred by the goat's cunning tactics, an officer sprang into action, sprinting after the agile animal down the street.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>After an intense pursuit, he managed to close the gap and seize the goat.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Filled with exhilaration, the officer couldn't contain his excitement, cheering, "Let's go! That's how we do it! That's how we do it, boys!"</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the second goat led another officer on a different adventure, as seen by their body camera footage.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The rebellious goat opted for an open field as its playground. Fortunately, this goat didn't put up much resistance, making the chase somewhat more manageable.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Eventually, it was safely caught, bringing an end to its escapade.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Both goats were happily reunited with their relieved owners, thanks to the diligent efforts of the Glendale police officers.</p>

<h2><strong>A skilled officer on the case</strong></h2>

<p>It's worth noting that one of the officers involved had prior experience in wrangling animals, media reports said.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Just a few weeks earlier, the officer assisted the department in rounding up a mule.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Clearly, this officer's expertise came in handy during the recent goat rescue operation, contributing to the successful retrieval of the runaway goats.</p>

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A few Glendale police officers in the US state of Arizona found themselves caught up in a thrilling pursuit last Saturday. It all started when the authorities, over the weekend, received a distress call about two runaway goats spotted in the vicinity of 80th and Glendale avenues.

A few Glendale police officers in the US state of Arizona found themselves caught up in a thrilling pursuit last Saturday. It all started when the authorities, over the weekend, received a distress call about two runaway goats spotted in the vicinity of 80th and Glendale avenues. The situation not only posed a danger to motorists but also put the mischievous goats at risk, according to the police officials. “This was not only a hazard to those commuting on the road but to the goats themselves,” Glendale police said. Also Read | Ditch baggage, rent clothes: What is the new trend sparked by Japan Airlines? With this in mind, the officers wasted no time and swiftly set off to the neighbourhood, ready for the exciting adventure that awaited them. Goat on the run! As captured by one officer's body camera, the scene was nothing short of chaotic. One of the goats sprinted through the streets, evading the pursuing officials with remarkable agility. Despite the collective efforts of those attempting to catch the creature, it deftly manoeuvred through yards, determined to escape capture. However, undeterred by the goat's cunning tactics, an officer sprang into action, sprinting after the agile animal down the street. Also Read | Wagner boss Prigozhin never went to Belarus, used body double to appear as if he fled Russia: US official After an intense pursuit, he managed to close the gap and seize the goat. Filled with exhilaration, the officer couldn't contain his excitement, cheering, "Let's go! That's how we do it! That's how we do it, boys!" Meanwhile, the second goat led another officer on a different adventure, as seen by their body camera footage. The rebellious goat opted for an open field as its playground. Fortunately, this goat didn't put up much resistance, making the chase somewhat more manageable. × Eventually, it was safely caught, bringing an end to its escapade. Watch | The unstoppable Chhetri × Both goats were happily reunited with their relieved owners, thanks to the diligent efforts of the Glendale police officers. A skilled officer on the case It's worth noting that one of the officers involved had prior experience in wrangling animals, media reports said. Just a few weeks earlier, the officer assisted the department in rounding up a mule. Clearly, this officer's expertise came in handy during the recent goat rescue operation, contributing to the successful retrieval of the runaway goats. ×

WATCH | Glendale police officers save the day in epic wild goat chase!

<p>The Pakistani rupee's depreciation and widespread police corruption are deteriorating continuously, hitting new lows every day. An instance of bribery that occurred recently in Karachi demonstrates this point.&nbsp;Police in Pakistan are frequently feared, and anyone who doesn't have the necessary connections runs the risk of being asked to pay bribes or being subjected to extortion.And because the value of the Pakistani rupee (PKR) is declining, corrupt officials appear to be choosing to accept farm animals as bribes in order to appease their insidious nature.</p>

<p>A person in Karachi was asked to pay a police officer bribe with two goats and a cow. ARY News reported that a police officer working out of Karachi's Ferozeabad police station had&nbsp;asked a citizen for a bribe in order to look into a matter.</p>

<p>According to the report, this citizen's home was recently fired upon; he reported the incident to the authorities. The police officer tasked with looking into the shooting event at the citizen's home is reported to have told the resident that if he wants an investigation, he should give two goats and a cow. On June 23, 2022, the citizen filed the case.</p>

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<p>Cash-strapped Pakistan is currently experiencing a period of economic crisis. Due to massive debt payments, Pakistan's current account and trade deficits remain in the negative. The foreign exchange reserves of Pakistan have decreased to low level.</p>

<p>Pakistan's finances were in danger even before the most recent political upheaval. The nation borrowed billions of dollars from China, Saudi Arabia, and international lending organisations in 2019 and 2020.</p>

<p>Pakistanis are seeing rising food and fuel prices, similar to those in other nations that depend on imports, such as Ghana and Sri Lanka. Foreign exchange reserves, which were once used to cover imports like food and fuel, have decreased.</p>

<p>Due to rising import prices, Pakistan is eating up its foreign exchange reserves faster than initially planned. The nation risks going bankrupt if nothing is done to address the situation.</p>

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The Pakistani rupee's depreciation and widespread police corruption are deteriorating continuously, hitting new lows every day. An instance of bribery that occurred recently in Karachi demonstrates this point.

The Pakistani rupee's depreciation and widespread police corruption are deteriorating continuously, hitting new lows every day. An instance of bribery that occurred recently in Karachi demonstrates this point. Police in Pakistan are frequently feared, and anyone who doesn't have the necessary connections runs the risk of being asked to pay bribes or being subjected to extortion.And because the value of the Pakistani rupee (PKR) is declining, corrupt officials appear to be choosing to accept farm animals as bribes in order to appease their insidious nature. A person in Karachi was asked to pay a police officer bribe with two goats and a cow. ARY News reported that a police officer working out of Karachi's Ferozeabad police station had asked a citizen for a bribe in order to look into a matter. According to the report, this citizen's home was recently fired upon; he reported the incident to the authorities. The police officer tasked with looking into the shooting event at the citizen's home is reported to have told the resident that if he wants an investigation, he should give two goats and a cow. On June 23, 2022, the citizen filed the case. With a decline of around 16.5 percent versus the US Dollar and a ranking of last among 13 peers, including the Japanese Yen, South Korean Won, and Bangladesh Taka, the Pakistani Rupee was Asia's worst-performing currency in 2022. × Cash-strapped Pakistan is currently experiencing a period of economic crisis. Due to massive debt payments, Pakistan's current account and trade deficits remain in the negative. The foreign exchange reserves of Pakistan have decreased to low level. Pakistan's finances were in danger even before the most recent political upheaval. The nation borrowed billions of dollars from China, Saudi Arabia, and international lending organisations in 2019 and 2020. Pakistanis are seeing rising food and fuel prices, similar to those in other nations that depend on imports, such as Ghana and Sri Lanka. Foreign exchange reserves, which were once used to cover imports like food and fuel, have decreased. Due to rising import prices, Pakistan is eating up its foreign exchange reserves faster than initially planned. The nation risks going bankrupt if nothing is done to address the situation. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Several years ago, an important statue of a goddess was stolen from an Indian village Lokhari. The stolen statue of an 8th-century goat-headed deity has now been found as an answer to the prayer of millions of Indians.&nbsp;The deity was among yogini, female religious figures, which went missing between 1979 and 1982.</p>

<p>According to a report by the Guardian, the sculpture, which has been found in an English country garden, will be given to the High Commission of India in London.</p>

<p>An expert in the field of recovering stolen and missing art Christopher Marinello is to be thanked for the recovery. “This piece is considered a god, not just a sculpture," he said.</p>

<p>It has been reported that one of the world's largest auctioneers, Sotheby's offered the statue for sale in 1988. Also, in 1997, the statue was one among the looted antiquities which were&nbsp;featured in the former journalist Peter Watson’s book, titled "Sotheby’s: Inside Story."</p>

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<p>He secretly filmed Indian dealers who claimed that they had supplied a lot of objects which were sold at Sotheby’s in London.</p>

<p>The auctioneer received a lot of criticism from experts. Earlier as well, the auctioneer had faced serious allegations for encouraging the looting of ancient Indian religious sites.</p>

<p>Another expert, Vijay Kumar said, "It’s such a unique sculpture. It’s been a dream to find her. I was actually beginning to lose hope.”</p>

<p>Elaborating on the same, Kumar further said, "Sotheby’s, as I understand, pulled this from their auction, though that is still unclear. What was shocking was that they did not reveal the consignor or turn over the details to the Metropolitan police, even during the investigations in 1998, when Watson broke the story."</p>

<p>He said what shocked him the most is that it could remain in the UK for over 20 years after being listed as stolen.</p>

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Several years ago, an important statue of a goddess was stolen from an Indian village Lokhari. The stolen statue of an 8th-century goat-headed deity has now been found as an answer to the prayer of millions of Indians.

Several years ago, an important statue of a goddess was stolen from an Indian village Lokhari. The stolen statue of an 8th-century goat-headed deity has now been found as an answer to the prayer of millions of Indians. The deity was among yogini, female religious figures, which went missing between 1979 and 1982. According to a report by the Guardian, the sculpture, which has been found in an English country garden, will be given to the High Commission of India in London. An expert in the field of recovering stolen and missing art Christopher Marinello is to be thanked for the recovery. “This piece is considered a god, not just a sculpture," he said. It has been reported that one of the world's largest auctioneers, Sotheby's offered the statue for sale in 1988. Also, in 1997, the statue was one among the looted antiquities which were featured in the former journalist Peter Watson’s book, titled "Sotheby’s: Inside Story." Also read | 'Love is in the Bin:' British artist Banksy's half-shredded picture sells for record $25 million He secretly filmed Indian dealers who claimed that they had supplied a lot of objects which were sold at Sotheby’s in London. The auctioneer received a lot of criticism from experts. Earlier as well, the auctioneer had faced serious allegations for encouraging the looting of ancient Indian religious sites. Another expert, Vijay Kumar said, "It’s such a unique sculpture. It’s been a dream to find her. I was actually beginning to lose hope.” Elaborating on the same, Kumar further said, "Sotheby’s, as I understand, pulled this from their auction, though that is still unclear. What was shocking was that they did not reveal the consignor or turn over the details to the Metropolitan police, even during the investigations in 1998, when Watson broke the story." He said what shocked him the most is that it could remain in the UK for over 20 years after being listed as stolen. (With inputs from agencies)

Stolen 8th-century Indian goat-headed deity found in England; soon to be returned to India

<p>The widow of former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe has challenged a fine of five cows and two goats over the alleged improper burial of her husband.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Grace Mugabe is also seeking to overturn an order, issued in May, to dig up her husband’s body and rebury it at a national heroes’ shrine in the capital Harare.&nbsp;Chief Zvimba issued a ruling in May that found the late leader’s wife guilty of breaking local custom with the burial. He fined her five cows and two goats during a hearing held in her absence and ordered the exhumation of Mugabe’s body.</p>

<p>As a response, Mugabe’s children appealed against the decision. However, it was upheld by a magistrate last month, prompting Ms Mugabe to make a fresh appeal to the High Court.</p>

<p>Mugabe, who ruled the southern African nation for nearly four decades since independence from Britain in 1980, was forced to resign in November 2017 after an army coup.</p>

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<p>His successor Emmerson Mnangagwa, who was once his trusted deputy, became embroiled in a weeks-long dispute with Ms Mugabe over his final resting place. President Mnangagwa had wanted Mugabe to be interred at the National Heroes Acre burial ground.</p>

<p>However, his family refused, claiming the former leader had expressed fears before his death that some of the people who ousted him would seek to conduct a traditional ritual with some of his body parts.</p>

<p>He was, therefore, buried in the courtyard of his home in the village of Kutama, 55 miles west of Harare.</p>

<p>Once hailed as a model African democrat, Mugabe had clung to power for years despite a worsening political and economic crisis that critics blame on his policies.</p>

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<p>Mugabe, who held power since independence from British colonial rule in 1980, presided over Zimbabwe's decline from a regional power with huge potential, to a ruined country from which millions fled.</p>

<p>Many hoped his fall would mark a new era for the country and a re-birth of its economy.</p>

<p>Mnangagwa, who secured his hold on power by winning disputed elections in July 2018, had pledged to revive the economy, attract foreign investment, and create jobs.</p>


The widow of former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe has challenged a fine of five cows and two goats over the alleged improper burial of her husband. Grace Mugabe is also seeking to overturn an order, issued in May, to dig up her husband’s body and rebury it at a national heroes’ shrine in the capital Harare.

The widow of former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe has challenged a fine of five cows and two goats over the alleged improper burial of her husband. Grace Mugabe is also seeking to overturn an order, issued in May, to dig up her husband’s body and rebury it at a national heroes’ shrine in the capital Harare. Chief Zvimba issued a ruling in May that found the late leader’s wife guilty of breaking local custom with the burial. He fined her five cows and two goats during a hearing held in her absence and ordered the exhumation of Mugabe’s body. As a response, Mugabe’s children appealed against the decision. However, it was upheld by a magistrate last month, prompting Ms Mugabe to make a fresh appeal to the High Court. Mugabe, who ruled the southern African nation for nearly four decades since independence from Britain in 1980, was forced to resign in November 2017 after an army coup. Also read | Former Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe passes away at 95 His successor Emmerson Mnangagwa, who was once his trusted deputy, became embroiled in a weeks-long dispute with Ms Mugabe over his final resting place. President Mnangagwa had wanted Mugabe to be interred at the National Heroes Acre burial ground. However, his family refused, claiming the former leader had expressed fears before his death that some of the people who ousted him would seek to conduct a traditional ritual with some of his body parts. He was, therefore, buried in the courtyard of his home in the village of Kutama, 55 miles west of Harare. Once hailed as a model African democrat, Mugabe had clung to power for years despite a worsening political and economic crisis that critics blame on his policies. Also read | Why did Zimbabwe's former President Robert Mugabe spend his last days in Singapore? Mugabe, who held power since independence from British colonial rule in 1980, presided over Zimbabwe's decline from a regional power with huge potential, to a ruined country from which millions fled. Many hoped his fall would mark a new era for the country and a re-birth of its economy. Mnangagwa, who secured his hold on power by winning disputed elections in July 2018, had pledged to revive the economy, attract foreign investment, and create jobs.

Grace Mugabe challenges fine of five cows and two goats for improper burial of her husband

<p>Italian giants Juventus had the last laugh against Barcelona on the pitch and in the social media after Ronaldo's brace helped them beat the Catalan club 3-0 at Camp Nuo on Tuesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Juventus wasted no time in trolling Barcelona after the Spanish club took a cheeky swipe at them in October when Barcelona defeated the Italian club in Turin. Messi scored one of the two goals in the match, after which the club took to Twitter to share their skipper's photo and wrote: "We are glad you were able to see the (goat) on your pitch, @juventusfcen!"</p>

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<p>Juventus replied at the time with a simple message: "You probably looked it up in the wrong dictionary. We'll bring you the right one at Camp Nou."</p>

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<p>Well, Ronaldo missed the previous fixture after he was tested for COVID-19. However, he returned for the reverse fixture at Camp Nou. The Portuguese star was booed as he landed into Barcelona. Ronaldo went on to score two crucial penalties to but the Italian side at the front.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After Ronaldo's performance, Juventus took to Twitter and wrote: "We kept our word: we brought it!"</p>

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<p>Last time Ronaldo and Messi met on the pitch was back in 2018. The Portuguese superstar took to Twitter after the match to share his delight in playing at the Camp Nou again and "against one of the best teams I ever faced."</p>

<p>"Always great to return to Spain and to Catalunya, always hard to play in Camp Nou against one of the best teams I ever faced.</p>

<p>"Today we were a team of Champions [sic]! A true, strong and united family! Playing like this, we have nothing to fear until the end of the season... Let's go!"</p>


Italian giants Juventus had the last laugh against Barcelona on the pitch and in the social media after Ronaldo's brace helped them beat the Catalan club 3-0 at Camp Nuo on Tuesday.

Italian giants Juventus had the last laugh against Barcelona on the pitch and in the social media after Ronaldo's brace helped them beat the Catalan club 3-0 at Camp Nuo on Tuesday. Juventus wasted no time in trolling Barcelona after the Spanish club took a cheeky swipe at them in October when Barcelona defeated the Italian club in Turin. Messi scored one of the two goals in the match, after which the club took to Twitter to share their skipper's photo and wrote: "We are glad you were able to see the (goat) on your pitch, @juventusfcen!" We are glad you were able to see the 🐐 on your pitch, @juventusfcen! 😘 pic.twitter.com/yh74wh0lNJ — FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) October 28, 2020 × Juventus replied at the time with a simple message: "You probably looked it up in the wrong dictionary. We'll bring you the right one at Camp Nou." You probably looked it up in the wrong dictionary. We'll bring you the right one at Camp Nou 🔍📖 — JuventusFC (@juventusfcen) October 28, 2020 × Well, Ronaldo missed the previous fixture after he was tested for COVID-19. However, he returned for the reverse fixture at Camp Nou. The Portuguese star was booed as he landed into Barcelona. Ronaldo went on to score two crucial penalties to but the Italian side at the front. After Ronaldo's performance, Juventus took to Twitter and wrote: "We kept our word: we brought it!" We kept our word: we brought it! 📖🐐🔥 https://t.co/EMOPTzYEFx pic.twitter.com/mqr5aKA5cC — JuventusFC (@juventusfcen) December 8, 2020 × Last time Ronaldo and Messi met on the pitch was back in 2018. The Portuguese superstar took to Twitter after the match to share his delight in playing at the Camp Nou again and "against one of the best teams I ever faced." "Always great to return to Spain and to Catalunya, always hard to play in Camp Nou against one of the best teams I ever faced. "Today we were a team of Champions [sic]! A true, strong and united family! Playing like this, we have nothing to fear until the end of the season... Let's go!"

'We kept our word': Juventus bring back Twitter banter after Messi vs Ronaldo battle

<p>A major goat smuggling case was cracked in China on Tuesday, with 37 suspects arrested and over 700 goats confiscated.</p>

<p>Three rings were involved in the case and have been smuggling goats from Myanmar to China for years. The largest one among them has smuggled more than 10,000 tons of goats worth 270 million yuan (43 million US dollars) since 2016.</p>

<p>The Fuzhou Customs. in charge of the smuggling case, raided dens of the rings in east China&#39;s Fujian Province, southwest Chinese provinces of Yunnan and Sichuan, central China&#39;s Hubei Province on Tuesday.</p>

<p>In a den in Fujian&#39;s Minhou County, the Customs found dozens of sheepfolds.</p>

<p>&quot;We control three suspects and around seven crew members at the site. We estimate there are 60 small sheepfolds here. Three of them now have sheep, and the number is about 70-80,&quot; said Fu Xiang, an officer from the Anti-Smuggling Bureau under the Fuzhou Customs.</p>

<p>After careful examination, the customs officers also found many account books and over 500 Myanmar goats on a large truck.</p>

<p>&quot;Such a truck can carry 400-500 goats. It is used to transport the goats from the China-Myanmar border to Minhou. A canvas for disguise can always be found on the top of a truck like this. If one puts down the canvas, the truck is no different from an ordinary truck,&quot; said Shi Liang, an officer from the Anti-Smuggling Bureau under the Fuzhou Customs.</p>

<p>A large amount of evidence was also found in another den in Ruili City, Yunnan.</p>

<p>The Fuzhou Customs said these rings sold the smuggled goats at a low price, seriously disrupting the market.</p>

<p>&quot;The goat is 15-16 yuan (around 2.4 US dollars) per 500 grams in Myanmar, and the goat in the Chinese market is 70-80 yuan (around 12 US dollars) per 500 grams, so there is a huge gap between the prices,&quot; said Qiu Jianan, deputy director of the Anti-Smuggling Bureau under the Fuzhou Customs.</p>

<p>Lured by the great profits, the rings have kept smuggling Myanmar goats to China and their businesses have been even better, as the Spring Festival or Chinese Lunar New Year is coming.</p>

<p>Qiu said the rings smuggled 1,500-2,000 goats every day in days ahead of the festival.</p>


Three rings were involved in the case and have been smuggling goats from Myanmar to China for years. The largest one among them has smuggled more than 10,000 tons of goats worth 270 million yuan (43 million US dollars) since 2016

A major goat smuggling case was cracked in China on Tuesday, with 37 suspects arrested and over 700 goats confiscated. Three rings were involved in the case and have been smuggling goats from Myanmar to China for years. The largest one among them has smuggled more than 10,000 tons of goats worth 270 million yuan (43 million US dollars) since 2016. The Fuzhou Customs. in charge of the smuggling case, raided dens of the rings in east China's Fujian Province, southwest Chinese provinces of Yunnan and Sichuan, central China's Hubei Province on Tuesday. In a den in Fujian's Minhou County, the Customs found dozens of sheepfolds. "We control three suspects and around seven crew members at the site. We estimate there are 60 small sheepfolds here. Three of them now have sheep, and the number is about 70-80," said Fu Xiang, an officer from the Anti-Smuggling Bureau under the Fuzhou Customs. After careful examination, the customs officers also found many account books and over 500 Myanmar goats on a large truck. "Such a truck can carry 400-500 goats. It is used to transport the goats from the China-Myanmar border to Minhou. A canvas for disguise can always be found on the top of a truck like this. If one puts down the canvas, the truck is no different from an ordinary truck," said Shi Liang, an officer from the Anti-Smuggling Bureau under the Fuzhou Customs. A large amount of evidence was also found in another den in Ruili City, Yunnan. The Fuzhou Customs said these rings sold the smuggled goats at a low price, seriously disrupting the market. "The goat is 15-16 yuan (around 2.4 US dollars) per 500 grams in Myanmar, and the goat in the Chinese market is 70-80 yuan (around 12 US dollars) per 500 grams, so there is a huge gap between the prices," said Qiu Jianan, deputy director of the Anti-Smuggling Bureau under the Fuzhou Customs. Lured by the great profits, the rings have kept smuggling Myanmar goats to China and their businesses have been even better, as the Spring Festival or Chinese Lunar New Year is coming. Qiu said the rings smuggled 1,500-2,000 goats every day in days ahead of the festival.

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