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Australian Rules axes ‘centre bounce’ after 130 years
Australian Rules axes ‘centre bounce’ after 130 years
AFL: Australian Rules football (AFL) has started games with a centre bounce for more than 130 years, but from next season it will be ditched because umpires are finding it too hard to master the skill.
Takaichi set to be named Japan’s first female PM
Takaichi set to be named Japan’s first female PM
TOKYO: Sanae Takaichi is poised to become Japan’s first female prime minister, but many of her positions are socially conservative in an often still deeply patriarchal nation.
Liverpool lose again, Arsenal go top
Liverpool lose again, Arsenal go top
FOOTBALL: Brazilian wonderkid Estevao’s first Chelsea goal inflicted a third consecutive defeat on Liverpool yesterday (Oct 4), allowing Arsenal to go top of the Premier League after beating West Ham 2-0.
Cambodian ex-MP's killer jailed for life in Thailand
Cambodian ex-MP's killer jailed for life in Thailand
BANGKOK: A Thai gunman was sentenced to life in prison yesterday (Oct 3) for the murder of a Cambodian opposition politician in Bangkok, a judge said.
Liverpool seek to steady ship, Man Utd’s Amorim faces must-win game
Liverpool seek to steady ship, Man Utd’s Amorim faces must-win game
FOOTBALL: Liverpool have no time to lick their wounds after back-to-back defeats as they prepare for a trip to Chelsea tomorrow (Oct 4) while Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim is under severe pressure to beat in-form Sunderland.
Formula One declares first official ‘heat hazard’ at Singapore GP
Formula One declares first official ‘heat hazard’ at Singapore GP
FORMULA ONE: This weekend’s Singapore Grand Prix was yesterday (Oct 2) declared an official Formula One “Heat Hazard” - the first time a new rule to help drivers stay cool has been invoked.
US government enters shutdown as Congress fails to reach funding deal
US government enters shutdown as Congress fails to reach funding deal
WASHINGTON: The US government began shutting down after midnight yesterday (Oct 1) as lawmakers and President Donald Trump failed to break a budget impasse during acrimonious talks that hinged on Democratic demands for health care funding.
At least 69 killed by central Philippines quake, many missing
At least 69 killed by central Philippines quake, many missing
MANILA: At least 69 people were confirmed killled by a powerful quake that struck the central Philippines, senior rescue officials said today (Oct 1).
Emotional Marquez wins seventh MotoGP title
Emotional Marquez wins seventh MotoGP title
MOTO GP: An emotional Marc Marquez clinched his seventh MotoGP world championship and his first since 2019 on Sunday (Sept 28) after finishing second at the Japan grand prix, with Francesco Bagnaia winning the race.
Palace’s Eagles soar high to end Liverpool’s perfect start
Palace’s Eagles soar high to end Liverpool’s perfect start
FOOTBALL: Liverpool’s perfect Premier League start came undone in a 2-1 defeat at Crystal Palace on Saturday (Sept 27) as Manchester United suffered another setback in losing 3-1 at Brentford.
Netanyahu to meet Trump as Israel faces isolation over Gaza war
Netanyahu to meet Trump as Israel faces isolation over Gaza war
JERUSALEM: Facing increasing isolation abroad and mounting pressure at home, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will defend his intention to “finish the job” in Gaza when he meets US President Donald Trump today (Sept 29).
Europe win emotional Ryder Cup triumph after US fightback
Europe win emotional Ryder Cup triumph after US fightback
GOLF: Europe fought off a thrilling United States rally to win an emotional Ryder Cup yesterday (Sept 28) with Irishman Shane Lowry securing the trophy on a dramatic six-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole.
International Paralympic Committee lifts partial suspensions of Russia, Belarus
International Paralympic Committee lifts partial suspensions of Russia, Belarus
PARALYMPICS: The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) decided yesterday (Sept 27) to lift a partial suspension of Russia and Belarus imposed since Moscow’s 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Matthews at the double as England beat Canada to win Women’s Rugby World Cup
Matthews at the double as England beat Canada to win Women’s Rugby World Cup
RUGBY: Alex Matthews scored two tries as tournament hosts and favourites England ended their long wait to win a third Women’s Rugby World Cup title with a 33-13 victory over Canada at Twickenham yesterday (Sept 27).
Red-hot Liverpool face Palace test as Arsenal try to keep pace
Red-hot Liverpool face Palace test as Arsenal try to keep pace
FOOTBALL: Liverpool, flawless in their Premier League title defence so far this season, will face a serious test when they visit unbeaten Crystal Palace today (Sept 27).
400,000 evacuated, 3 dead as fresh storm batters Philippines
400,000 evacuated, 3 dead as fresh storm batters Philippines
MANILA: The Philippines evacuated hundreds of thousands of people and confirmed at least three deaths today (Sept 26) as a severe tropical storm battered the country, still feeling the effects of Super Typhoon Ragasa.
Trump adds intensity to USA-Europe Ryder Cup showdown
Trump adds intensity to USA-Europe Ryder Cup showdown
GOLF: One of sport’s fiercest rivalries explodes back to life today (Sept 26) as the Ryder Cup tees off at Bethpage Black, where Scottie Scheffler’s United States take on Rory McIlroy’s Europe under the glare of US President Donald Trump and the roar of a New York crowd.
Palestinian leader to address UN as peace push gathers steam
Palestinian leader to address UN as peace push gathers steam
NEW YORK: Palestinian leader Mahmud Abbas will address the United Nations virtually today (Sept 25) as the United States, despite its opposition to him, weighs whether to try to stop Israeli annexation of the West Bank.
Thailand to ‘clarify misunderstandings’ after SEA Games petanque ban
Thailand to ‘clarify misunderstandings’ after SEA Games petanque ban
PETANQUE: Thailand said Tuesday (Sept 23) it would “clarify misunderstandings” after the world governing body of petanque effectively barred the nation from hosting the sport at this year’s Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games).
Trump says Kyiv can win back ‘all of Ukraine’ in major shift
Trump says Kyiv can win back ‘all of Ukraine’ in major shift
NEW YORK: US President Donald Trump said yesterday (Sept 23) that Ukraine could win back all of its territory from Russia - and even go further - in a major pivot after meeting President Volodymyr Zelensky.