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Mercedes expect Hungary challenge from Hamilton and Ferrari
Mercedes expect Hungary challenge from Hamilton and Ferrari
FORMULA ONE: Kimi Antonelli heads to Budapest this weekend knowing he will lead the drivers' world championship into F1's summer break come what may, but fully aware that despite a 45-point lead he and Mercedes cannot relax.
US announces civilian nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia
US announces civilian nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia
WASHINGTON: The United States announced a landmark deal with Saudi Arabia yesterday (July 22) that would establish a civilian nuclear program in the Gulf country, with Washington insisting the agreement includes nonproliferation safeguards.
Antonelli wins Belgian GP
Antonelli wins Belgian GP
FORMULA ONE: Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli ended a three-race winless streak yesterday (July 19) to extend his lead in the Formula One drivers’ championship with a solid fighting victory for Mercedes in the Belgian Grand Prix.
Spain down Argentina to win World Cup
Spain down Argentina to win World Cup
FOOTBALL: Ferran Torres scored a dramatic extra-time winner as Spain defeated holders Argentina 1-0 to win the World Cup yesterday (July 19) and shatter Lionel Messi's dreams of a triumphant farewell to football's greatest stage.
Hamilton aiming to boost title hopes
Hamilton aiming to boost title hopes
FORMULA ONE: Lewis Hamilton returns to one of his favourite circuits for the 20th consecutive year this weekend in pursuit of a victory for Ferrari to equal Michael Schumacher’s record six Belgian Grand Prix wins.
Bangkok bar fire toll rises to 33 as PM vows venue overhaul
Bangkok bar fire toll rises to 33 as PM vows venue overhaul
BANGKOK: The death toll from the devastating Bangkok bar fire has risen to 33, authorities said yesterday (July 15), as Thailand pledged a nationwide overhaul of entertainment venue regulations.
US strikes Iran for third day, will reimpose blockade
US strikes Iran for third day, will reimpose blockade
TEHRAN: The United States launched a third night of strikes on Iran today (July 14) as President Donald Trump reimposed a blockade on Iranian ports and floated a 20% fee on cargo in the vital Strait of Hormuz.
‘VAR-gentina?’: conspiracy theories swirl ahead of World Cup semi-finals
‘VAR-gentina?’: conspiracy theories swirl ahead of World Cup semi-finals
FOOTBALL: Lionel Messi's brilliance has helped carry Argentina into a blockbuster World Cup semi-final with England in Atlanta tomorrow (July 15).
‘Jurassic Park’ star Sam Neill dies aged 78
‘Jurassic Park’ star Sam Neill dies aged 78
AUSTRALIA: ‘Jurassic Park’ star Sam Neill died in Australia on Monday (July 13) aged 78, his family said in a statement that described the beloved actor’s death as “sudden and unexpected”.
McGregor gone in 69 seconds on UFC return
McGregor gone in 69 seconds on UFC return
MMA: Former double world champion Conor McGregor lost to Max Holloway after only 69 seconds because of a right knee injury on Saturday (July 11), in his return to the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) after a five-year layoff.
EU moves closer to kicking kids off social media
EU moves closer to kicking kids off social media
BRUSSELS: Restrictions on children’s use of social media in the European Union could come as early as this summer, as a long-awaited expert report next week is expected to recommend limiting minors’ access to online platforms.
OpenAI to launch GPT-5.6 after making ‘many changes’
OpenAI to launch GPT-5.6 after making ‘many changes’
WASHINGTON: ChatGPT-maker OpenAI released its most powerful artificial intelligence model to the public yesterday (July 9), with its chief executive saying the company made “many changes” to the system during a security review with the US government.
Parliament approves amnesty for hundreds of activists
Parliament approves amnesty for hundreds of activists
BANGKOK: Thailand’s parliament passed an amnesty bill on Wednesday (July 8) benefiting hundreds of activists found guilty over the last 20 years - but not those sentenced for corruption or violating the royal insult law.
Trump orders new strikes on Iran over attacks on shipping in Hormuz
Trump orders new strikes on Iran over attacks on shipping in Hormuz
TEHRAN: US President Donald Trump ordered new strikes on Iran yesterday (Juy 8) and warned of “much worse” if Tehran continues to attack vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, the vital oil shipping channel.
International concern after China test-fires missile into Pacific
International concern after China test-fires missile into Pacific
WASHINGTON: The United States voiced alarm yesterday (July 6) over Beijing's nuclear program after China test-fired a purported long-range missile into the Pacific Ocean, the latest move in its rapid military modernisation.
FIFA have ‘crossed a red line’ in Balogun reprieve: UEFA
FIFA have ‘crossed a red line’ in Balogun reprieve: UEFA
FOOTBALL: FIFA “crossed a red line” with the controversial decision to suspend US star Folarin Balogun’s one game ban for a year, European football's governing body UEFA said yesterday (July 6).
FIFA clear US star Balogun to play in World Cup after Trump call
FIFA clear US star Balogun to play in World Cup after Trump call
FOOTBALL: FIFA has cleared US star striker Folarin Balogun to play in the World Cup co-hosts’ showdown with Belgium despite his red-card ban after a personal phone call from President Donald Trump, it emerged yesterday (July 5), igniting a furious row that has rocked the tournament.
Leclerc snaps winless run to reignite title race
Leclerc snaps winless run to reignite title race
FORMULA ONE: Charles Leclerc beamed with pleasure and relief yesterday (July 5) after his long-awaited first win since 2024 – and Ferrari’s 250th – in an extraordinary British Grand Prix reignited the F1 championship.
Russell seeks to rebuild title bid with home win
Russell seeks to rebuild title bid with home win
FORMULA ONE: Fresh from a confidence-boosting victory in Austria, George Russell will seek to re-establish his title credentials this weekend by beating Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli and winning again in the British Grand Prix.
For sale on Facebook: monkeys, rhino horn and dead pangolins
For sale on Facebook: monkeys, rhino horn and dead pangolins
BANGKOK: The ghostly white creature curled up on a weighing scale is almost unrecognisable in the Facebook post offering it for sale. Only closer inspection reveals it to be a dead pangolin.