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Putin ready to meet Trump to talk Ukraine deal
Putin ready to meet Trump to talk Ukraine deal
MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin said yesterday (Dec 19) he was ready for talks with US President-elect Donald Trump at “any time” while regretting that he did not launch Moscow’s full-scale offensive earlier.
Sarkozy must wear electronic tag after losing graft case appeal
Sarkozy must wear electronic tag after losing graft case appeal
PARIS: France’s highest appeals court ordered former president Nicolas Sarkozy to wear an electronic tag for a year yesterday (Dec 18) - a first for a former head of state - after confirming his convictions for corruption and influence peddling.
Russian military’s chemical weapons chief killed in Moscow blast
Russian military’s chemical weapons chief killed in Moscow blast
MOSCOW: The head of the Russian army’s chemical weapons division died yesterday (Dec 17) when an explosive device attached to a scooter went off outside an apartment building in Moscow, officials said.
Judge rules against Trump bid to throw out hush money conviction
Judge rules against Trump bid to throw out hush money conviction
NEW YORK: A New York judge ruled yesterday (Dec 16) against a bid by US President-elect Donald Trump to have his conviction for covering up hush money payments to a porn star thrown out on immunity grounds.
Patty Tavatanakit, Jake Knapp win PGA-LPGA pairs title
Patty Tavatanakit, Jake Knapp win PGA-LPGA pairs title
GOLF: Thailand’s Patty Tavatanakit and American Jake Knapp birdied two of the last three holes on Sunday (Dec 15) to grab a one-stroke victory at the Grant Thornton Invitational, a PGA and LPGA pairs tournament.
Man Utd deepen Guardiola’s gloom, Chelsea gain on Liverpool
Man Utd deepen Guardiola’s gloom, Chelsea gain on Liverpool
FOOTBALL: Manchester United scored two late goals yesterday (Dec 15) to deepen the pain for beleaguered Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola as Chelsea moved just two points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool.
South Korea’s President Yoon impeached over martial law bid
South Korea’s President Yoon impeached over martial law bid
SEOUL: South Korean lawmakers impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol yesterday (Dec 14) over his failed martial law bid, with the opposition declaring a “victory of the people”.
Jota rescues 10-man Liverpool in Fulham draw, Arsenal frustrated
Jota rescues 10-man Liverpool in Fulham draw, Arsenal frustrated
FOOTBALL: Diogo Jota rescued Liverpool as the Premier League leaders recovered from Andy Robertson’s early red card to snatch a 2-2 draw with Fulham, while Arsenal’s title challenge was dented by a goalless stalemate against Everton yesterday (Dec 14).
Manchester City host United in crisis derby
Manchester City host United in crisis derby
FOOTBALL: Manchester’s crisis-hit clubs face off in the Premier League when City host United tomorrow (Dec 15) while Newcastle boss Eddie Howe badly needs a win against Leicester at St James’ Park.
FIFA confirms Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host
FIFA confirms Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup host
FOOTBALL: FIFA yesterday (Dec 11) confirmed that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup, underlining the Gulf kingdom’s growing influence in world sport despite criticism of the country’s human rights record.
Georgia protests enter 13th night as EU threatens ‘measures’
Georgia protests enter 13th night as EU threatens ‘measures’
TBLISI: Thousands of pro-European protesters rallied against Georgia’s government yesterday (Dec 10) for a 13th consecutive day, after the European Union warned it could punish authorities for their crackdown on demonstrators.
Zelensky grateful for Trump’s ‘strong resolve’ to end war
Zelensky grateful for Trump’s ‘strong resolve’ to end war
KYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said today (Dec 10) he was grateful for Donald Trump’s “strong resolve” to end the war in Ukraine, after meeting the US president-elect in Paris last week.
Syrians rejoice as Assad flees, ending brutal reign
Syrians rejoice as Assad flees, ending brutal reign
DAMASCUS: President Bashar al-Assad fled Syria as Islamist-led rebels swept into Damascus yesterday (Dec 8), triggering celebrations across the country and beyond at the end of his oppressive rule.
Chelsea beat Spurs as Arsenal stumble
Chelsea beat Spurs as Arsenal stumble
FOOTBALL: Chelsea roared back from two goals down to beat Tottenham 4-3 yesterday (Dec 8), moving just four points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool after Arsenal were held by Fulham.
Man Utd problems deepen as Man City stumble again
Man Utd problems deepen as Man City stumble again
FOOTBALL: Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United honeymoon is truly over after Nottingham Forest inflicted a second straight Premier League defeat on his side yesterday (Dec 7) while Manchester City stumbled again.
‘Open your doors’: Notre Dame re-opens after five-year refit
‘Open your doors’: Notre Dame re-opens after five-year refit
PARIS: France celebrated the re-opening of the newly restored Notre Dame cathedral on Saturday (Dec 7) at a special church service that featured a standing ovation for the firefighters who saved the 12th-century landmark during a 2019 blaze. 
Syria govt loses control of key city Daraa
Syria govt loses control of key city Daraa
SYRIA: Syrian government forces have lost control of Daraa city, a war monitor said, in another stunning blow for President Bashar al-Assad's rule after rebels wrested other key cities from his grip.
Liverpool face Merseyside derby cauldron
Liverpool face Merseyside derby cauldron
FOOTBALL: Premier League leaders Liverpool will expect more magic from Mohamed Salah when they meet Everton in an emotional Merseyside derby at Goodison Park tomorrow (Dec 7).
World Bank announces record US$100bn support for world’s poorest countries
World Bank announces record US$100bn support for world’s poorest countries
WASHINGTON: The World Bank announced yesterday (Dec 5) that it has raised close to US$24 billion to provide loans and grants for some of the world’s poorest nations, which it can leverage to generate a record $100bn in total spending power.
South Korean president clings to power after martial law U-turn
South Korean president clings to power after martial law U-turn
SEOUL: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was still clinging to power today (Dec 5), with his party announcing they will oppose an impeachment motion after his short-lived imposition of martial law stunned the world.