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Alcaraz withdraws from Wimbledon
Alcaraz withdraws from Wimbledon
TENNIS: Carlos Alcaraz’s hopes of regaining his Wimbledon title have been dashed with the two-time champion announcing he is withdrawing as he recovers from a wrist injury.
Antonelli seeks to extend sensational start with fourth win
Antonelli seeks to extend sensational start with fourth win
FORMULA ONE: Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli seeks a sensational fourth consecutive victory to boost his F1 drivers’ title bid this weekend, but expects a robust response from Mercedes team-mate George Russell at the Canadian Grand Prix.
Ecuador arrests three Thais for iguana trafficking
Ecuador arrests three Thais for iguana trafficking
QUITO: Ecuadoran police have arrested three Thai nationals suspected of illegally trafficking 12 rare iguanas, the energy and environment ministry said yesterday (May 20).
Thai faith healer charged with rape, child abuse
Thai faith healer charged with rape, child abuse
BANGKOK: One of Thailand’s best-known faith healers has been arrested on rape and child sexual abuse charges, police said yesterday (May 20), as investigators urged other potential victims to come forward.
Myanmar military claims recapture of Thai border town
Myanmar military claims recapture of Thai border town
YANGON: Myanmar’s military claimed today (May 20) to have recaptured a town on the Thai border, expanding the frontier trade crossings it claims to control in the grinding civil war.
Arsenal crowned Premier League champions after Man City draw
Arsenal crowned Premier League champions after Man City draw
FOOTBALL: Arsenal celebrated their first Premier League title for 22 years yesterday (May 19) after Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw by Bournemouth, sparking wild scenes of joy around the Emirates Stadium.
Cuba warns of ‘bloodbath’ if US attacks
Cuba warns of ‘bloodbath’ if US attacks
HAVANA: Cuba’s leader warned yesterday (May 18) of a “bloodbath” in the event of an American attack, while the US Treasury sanctioned Cuba’s main intelligence agency and top leaders as tensions spiked between the arch-foes.
Putin to visit China days after Trump trip
Putin to visit China days after Trump trip
MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to China tomorrow (May 19) for a two-day visit, hot on the heels of US President Donald Trump’s trip to Beijing, the Kremlin said on Saturday.
What if we killed all mosquitoes?
What if we killed all mosquitoes?
PARIS: The deadliest animals are not lions, spiders or snakes, but the tiny mosquitoes that suck our blood, make us itchy and infect us with disease.
‘Don’t understand it, but it looks fun’: cricket bowls Japan over
‘Don’t understand it, but it looks fun’: cricket bowls Japan over
JAPAN: Curious spectators clutching rulebooks watch as a batsman smacks a six into the sand and weeds surrounding Japan’s brand-new cricket ground, four months before it hosts matches at the Asian Games.
Semenyo’s magic moment fires Man City to FA Cup final win over Chelsea
Semenyo’s magic moment fires Man City to FA Cup final win over Chelsea
FOOTBALL: Antoine Semenyo produced one of the great FA Cup final goals with an audacious back-flick that sealed Manchester City's 1-0 win against Chelsea at Wembley on Saturday (May 16).
Madonna, Shakira, BTS to headline first World Cup final half-time show
Madonna, Shakira, BTS to headline first World Cup final half-time show
FOOTBALL: Madonna, Shakira and K-pop megastars BTS will headline a Super Bowl-style half-time show at the World Cup final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, FIFA said on Thursday (May 14).
Xi warns Trump on Taiwan at Beijing summit
Xi warns Trump on Taiwan at Beijing summit
BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping warned his US counterpart Donald Trump that missteps on Taiwan could push their two countries into “conflict”, a stark opening salvo as they met in Beijing yesterday (May 14) at a superpower summit.
US Senate backs Trump on Iran war despite deadline lapse
US Senate backs Trump on Iran war despite deadline lapse
WASHINGTON: US senators narrowly rejected a resolution curbing President Donald Trump’s power to wage war on Iran yesterday (May 13) - their first vote on the conflict since a 60-day deadline expired for the White House to seek formal authorisation.
Formula One engines to change again in 2027
Formula One engines to change again in 2027
FORMULA ONE: Formula One bosses have responded to the criticism of this season’s power unit modifications by agreeing to “further evolutionary changes” before a revamp for the 2027 season, the FIA announced on Friday (May 8).
Trump brushes aside Taiwan concerns ahead of Xi meet
Trump brushes aside Taiwan concerns ahead of Xi meet
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said yesterday (May 10) he was ready to discuss US arms sales to Taiwan during his visit this week to Beijing, as he suggested his personal chemistry with counterpart Xi Jinping would prevent a Chinese invasion of the island.
Jeeno defends title at LPGA Mizuho Americas Open
Jeeno defends title at LPGA Mizuho Americas Open
GOLF: World number two Jeeno Thitikul fired a three-under par 69 to hold off China’s Yin Ruoning and win her second consecutive LPGA Mizuho Americas Open title by four strokes yesterday (May 10).
Trump rejects Iran peace terms, Tehran warns of new attacks
Trump rejects Iran peace terms, Tehran warns of new attacks
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump branded Iran’s terms for ending the Middle East war “totally unacceptable”, raising the possibility of fresh conflict and sending oil prices sharply higher in early Asia trade today (May 11).
Arsenal on brink of Premier League title
Arsenal on brink of Premier League title
FOOTBALL: Arsenal are on the brink of a first Premier League title in 22 years after surviving a hugely contentious finale to beat West Ham 1-0 yesterday (May 10).
Tough draw for War Elephants at Asian Cup
Tough draw for War Elephants at Asian Cup
FOOTBALL: Thailand have been handed a tough task after the draw for next year’s AFC Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia pitted them against record winners Japan and defending champions Qatar.