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Man Utd executive Woodward’s house attacked with flares
Man Utd executive Woodward’s house attacked with flares
FOOTBALL: The home of Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward was attacked with flares and graffiti on last night (Jan 28) by a mob of disgruntled supporters.
25 new fatalities in China’s virus epicentre raises total to 132
25 new fatalities in China’s virus epicentre raises total to 132
WORLD: The number of confirmed deaths from China’s viral outbreak has risen to 132, with authorities in central Hubei province today (Jan 29) reporting 25 new fatalities and 840 new cases.
Federer stages great escape to reach Australian Open semis
Federer stages great escape to reach Australian Open semis
TENNIS: Roger Federer pulled off one of the greatest escapes of his career today (Jan 28), saving seven match points to come from two sets down and beat Tennys Sandgren for a place in the Australian Open semi-finals.
Global alarm grows as China’s capital reports first virus death
Global alarm grows as China’s capital reports first virus death
CHINA: China’s capital on Monday recorded its first death from a deadly coronavirus as it struggles to contain a rapidly spreading disease that has sparked global alarm, with countries scrambling to evacuate their citizens from the epicentre of the epidemic.
Kobe Bryant fans pay tribute to the late star
Kobe Bryant fans pay tribute to the late star
BASKETBALL: An outpouring of grief over the death of Kobe Bryant continued on Monday as thousands of fans gathered by murals of the NBA legend’s face and brought tributes of basketballs, sneakers and candles to the arena where he made his name.
China virus toll spikes despite massive lockdown, 80 confirmed dead
China virus toll spikes despite massive lockdown, 80 confirmed dead
WORLD: The toll from China’s viral epidemic spiked today (Jan 27) to 80 dead with hundreds of new infections despite unprecedented quarantines and travel lockdowns, as foreign governments scrambled to help their trapped citizens.
Liverpool held at Shrewsbury as Man Utd, Man City cruise in FA Cup
Liverpool held at Shrewsbury as Man Utd, Man City cruise in FA Cup
Football: Liverpool let a 2-0 lead slip as League One Shrewsbury earned a FA Cup fourth round replay at Anfield thanks to a 2-2 draw, whilst Manchester United and Manchester City cruised into the fifth round yesterday (Jan 26).
NBA legend Kobe Bryant killed in helicopter crash
NBA legend Kobe Bryant killed in helicopter crash
BASKETBALL: NBA legend Kobe Bryant died yesterday (Jan 26) when a helicopter he was travelling in crashed and burst into flames in foggy conditions in suburban Los Angeles, leaving nine people dead, US media has reported.
Death toll hits 56 as Xi declares virus a ‘grave’ threat
Death toll hits 56 as Xi declares virus a ‘grave’ threat
WORLD: China today (Jan 26) expanded drastic travel restrictions to contain a viral contagion that President Xi Jinping said posed a “grave” threat, as the death toll reached 56 and Shanghai reported its first fatality.
New Zealand, Fiji, England command sevens attention
New Zealand, Fiji, England command sevens attention
RUGBY SEVENS: New Zealand, Fiji and England emerged as the unbeaten sides in the new cut-throat version of the World Rugby Sevens series in Hamilton yesterday (Jan 25).
Federer says ‘epics’ keep him motivated after Australian Open thriller
Federer says ‘epics’ keep him motivated after Australian Open thriller
TENNIS: Roger Federer lives to win titles, but five-set thrillers like his epic against John Millman at the Australian Open yesterday (Jan 24) are also a key reason why he is still playing aged 38.
China virus death toll jumps to 41, nearly 1,300 infected, Australia reports first case
China virus death toll jumps to 41, nearly 1,300 infected, Australia reports first case
WORLD: The deadly viral outbreak in China has now killed 41 people, while the number of infected cases has soared to nearly 1,300, authorities said today (Jan 25).
Harmony the key on and off the pitch for Arteta as he seeks to heal rifts with fans
Harmony the key on and off the pitch for Arteta as he seeks to heal rifts with fans
Football: Mikel Arteta believes Arsenal are finally healing their strained relationship with the club’s frustrated fans
China virus toll jumps to 25 dead with 830 confirmed cases: govt
China virus toll jumps to 25 dead with 830 confirmed cases: govt
WORLD: The death toll in China’s viral outbreak has risen to 25, with the number of confirmed cases also leaping to 830, the government said on Friday (Jan 24).
Thomas targets Tour and Tokyo Olympics victory in 2020
Thomas targets Tour and Tokyo Olympics victory in 2020
CYCLING: Geraint Thomas has revealed twin aims for the 2020 season with a tilt at a second Tour de France title and glory on the slopes of Mount Fuji at the Tokyo Olympic Games top of his wish list.
Studies suggest role of bats, snakes in outbreak of China virus
Studies suggest role of bats, snakes in outbreak of China virus
WORLD: A new strain of coronavirus that emerged in China may have originated in bats or snakes, according to genetic analysis of the virus that has so far killed 17 people.
‘Embarrassing’ Man Utd suffer fresh woe, Spurs boost top four bid
‘Embarrassing’ Man Utd suffer fresh woe, Spurs boost top four bid
FOOTBALL: Manchester United were labelled an “embarrassment” as pressure mounted on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer following Burnley’s shock 2-0 victory, while Tottenham boosted their top four prospects with a 2-1 win over Norwich last night (Jan 22).
China quarantines city at centre of virus outbreak
China quarantines city at centre of virus outbreak
WORLD: China placed the city at the centre of a virus outbreak under effective quarantine today (Jan 23), suspending outward flights and trains in a drastic step to contain a contagious disease that has killed 17, stricken hundreds and reached other countries.
Ten-man Arsenal hold Chelsea in torrent of Premier League late goals
Ten-man Arsenal hold Chelsea in torrent of Premier League late goals
FOOTBALL: Ten-man Arsenal slowed Chelsea’s charge for a Champions League place yesterday (Jan 21) as Manchester City kept up their distant pursuit of Liverpool with victory at Sheffield United on a dramatic evening of Premier League football.
China virus hits US shores as death toll reaches six
China virus hits US shores as death toll reaches six
WORLD: The United States yesterday (Jan 21) announced its first case of a new virus that has claimed six lives in China and sickened hundreds, joining countries around the world in ramping up measures to block its spread.