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UK’s richest family get jail terms for exploiting staff at Swiss villa
UK’s richest family get jail terms for exploiting staff at Swiss villa
SWITZERLAND: A Swiss court handed jail sentences to four members of Britain’s richest family, the Hindujas, on Friday, branding them “selfish” for exploiting Indian staff at their Geneva mansion.
Putin does not rule out sending arms to North Korea
Putin does not rule out sending arms to North Korea
HANOI: Vladimir Putin said yesterday (June 20) he does not rule out Russia sending arms to isolated North Korea in what Washington called an “incredibly concerning” statement that threatens instability on the divided Korean peninsula.
Spain beat Italy to reach Euro 2024 knockouts, England thwarted by Denmark
Spain beat Italy to reach Euro 2024 knockouts, England thwarted by Denmark
FOOTBALL: Spain secured a spot in the knockout stages of Euro 2024 with a 1-0 victory over Italy in their heavyweight clash yesterday (June 20), after England struggled to show their credentials in a 1-1 draw with Denmark.
Chinese sailors wield knives, axe in disputed sea clash with Philippines
Chinese sailors wield knives, axe in disputed sea clash with Philippines
MANILA: Chinese coast guard sailors brandished knives, an axe and other weapons in a clash with Philippine naval vessels near a strategic reef in the South China Sea, dramatic new footage released by Manila showed.
Hosts Germany through to last 16 of Euros, draws for Scotland and Croatia
Hosts Germany through to last 16 of Euros, draws for Scotland and Croatia
FOOTBALL: Hosts Germany became the first team to qualify for the knockout phase of Euro 2024 thanks to a 2-0 win over Hungary yesterday (June 19), while Scotland drew with Switzerland and Croatia’s hopes of progressing were left hanging in the balance after they were held by Albania.
Shunned by West, Russian army deserters live in fear
Shunned by West, Russian army deserters live in fear
KAZAKHSTAN: Russian officer Farkhad Ziganshin had prepared himself for a life of military service since a young age. He could never have imagined that one day he would become a deserter and flee the country. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine changed everything.
Portugal scrape Euro 2024 opening win, Turkey beat Georgia
Portugal scrape Euro 2024 opening win, Turkey beat Georgia
FOOTBALL: Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal beat the Czech Republic 2-1 to claim a Euro 2024 debut victory yesterday (June 18) but they needed to come from behind with a 92nd minute winner from youngster Francisco Conceicao.
First Ukraine Pilots Trained To Fly Western Jets In France
First Ukraine Pilots Trained To Fly Western Jets In France
PARIS: At a secret location in southwestern France, a young Ukrainian pilot kept a tight grip on the controls of an Alpha Jet trainer aircraft.
Senate set to approve same-sex marriage
Senate set to approve same-sex marriage
BANGKOK: Thai lawmakers will vote today (June 18) on legalising same-sex marriage, putting the kingdom on the cusp of becoming the first Southeast Asian nation to recognise marriage equality.
France win Euro 2024 opener, Slovakia stun Belgium
France win Euro 2024 opener, Slovakia stun Belgium
FOOTBALL: Kylian Mbappe came off late on with a broken nose as France edged Austria 1-0 in their opening game at Euro 2024 yesterday (June 17), after Slovakia inflicted a surprise 1-0 defeat on Belgium and Romania beat Ukraine.
DeChambeau edges McIlroy by one stroke to win US Open
DeChambeau edges McIlroy by one stroke to win US Open
GOLF: Bryson DeChambeau captured his second US Open title yesterday (June 16), but it was an epic late collapse by a gutted Rory McIlroy that will be remembered from the thrilling showdown at Pinehurst.
Nadal to skip Wimbledon to focus on Olympics
Nadal to skip Wimbledon to focus on Olympics
TENNIS: Rafael Nadal has confirmed he will miss this year’s Wimbledon Championship in order to focus on the Paris Olympics, which will be played on the clay courts at Roland Garros.
China waits anxiously for economic plan as gloom reigns
China waits anxiously for economic plan as gloom reigns
TIANJIN: Rows and rows of partially inhabited high-rises sprawl into the suburbs of the northern Chinese metropolis of Tianjin, their empty balconies emblematic of a slowing economy that has not kept pace with the country’s ambitions.
Italy begin Euro 2024 title defence with win as Spain start in style
Italy begin Euro 2024 title defence with win as Spain start in style
FOOTBALL: Italy recovered from conceding the fastest goal in European Championship history to begin their title defence with a 2-1 win over Albania yesterday (June 15), after Spain made a dream start to their campaign by beating Croatia 3-0.
Germany hammer 10-man Scotland to launch Euro 2024
Germany hammer 10-man Scotland to launch Euro 2024
FOOTBALL: Germany thrashed 10-man Scotland 5-1 as the Euro 2024 hosts kicked off the tournament in style in Munich yesterday (June 15), the start of a journey they hope culminates in a record fourth continental title.
China’s new rules allow detention of foreigners in South China Sea
China’s new rules allow detention of foreigners in South China Sea
SHANGHAI: New China Coast Guard rules taking effect today (June 15) will allow officers to detain foreigners in disputed areas of the South China Sea for up to 60 days without trial.
China football fans send money to Singapore goalkeeper for heroics
China football fans send money to Singapore goalkeeper for heroics
FOOTBALL: Singapore’s veteran goalkeeper Hassan Sunny says Chinese football fans have been sending him money to say thank you for his unlikely role in keeping their World Cup dreams alive.
Biden, Zelensky hail US$50bn G7 loan for Ukraine
Biden, Zelensky hail US$50bn G7 loan for Ukraine
BARI: G7 leaders agreed yesterday (June 13) on a new US$50 billion loan for Ukraine using profits from frozen Russian assets, a move Joe Biden said showed Moscow “we’re not backing down”.
Fires, tear gas as Argentine police clash with protesters
Fires, tear gas as Argentine police clash with protesters
ARGENTINA: Hundreds of security force members fired tear gas and water cannon Wednesday at rioting demonstrators protesting in Buenos Aires Wednesday (June 12) against proposed economic reforms.
Ten Hag to remain as Manchester United boss
Ten Hag to remain as Manchester United boss
FOOTBALL: Erik ten Hag is set to remain as manager of Manchester United following a post-season performance review by club chiefs, according to British media reports.