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O.J. Simpson, former NFL star acquitted of murder, dead at 76
O.J. Simpson, former NFL star acquitted of murder, dead at 76
UNITED STATES: O.J. Simpson, the American football star whose 1995 acquittal in the so-called ‘trial of the century’ for the murder of his ex-wife and a male friend gripped the world, has died at the age of 76.
Myanmar troops withdraw from border town following clashes
Myanmar troops withdraw from border town following clashes
MAE SOT: Myanmar junta troops stationed in an embattled border town have withdrawn from their positions, a spokesman for a Myanmar ethnic armed group and a Thai official told AFP today (Apr 10).
Scheffler and McIlroy start side-by-side in Masters showdown
Scheffler and McIlroy start side-by-side in Masters showdown
GOLF: Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and world number two Rory McIlroy, each chasing a milestone Masters victory, will be playing partners in the first two rounds starting today (Apr 11) at Augusta National.
US warns to hold China accountable if Russia gains in Ukraine
US warns to hold China accountable if Russia gains in Ukraine
WASHINGTON: The United States warned yesterday (Apr 9) that it will hold China responsible if Moscow makes gains in Ukraine, after Beijing renewed pledges of cooperation during a visit by Russia’s top diplomat.
Abortion, surrogacy, gender theory all violations of human dignity, says Vatican
Abortion, surrogacy, gender theory all violations of human dignity, says Vatican
VATICAN CITY: The Vatican published a document setting out “grave violations of human dignity” yesterday (Apr 8), listing abortion, surrogacy and gender theory alongside discrimination against migrants and LGBTQ people.
‘Panama Papers’ trial to begin eight years after tax scandal
‘Panama Papers’ trial to begin eight years after tax scandal
PANAMA CITY: Twenty-seven people are set to go on trial today for money laundering in connection with the “Panama Papers” tax evasion scandal, which revealed how many of the world’s wealthy stashed assets in offshore companies.
Liverpool’s title bid dented by Man Utd draw, Spurs go fourth
Liverpool’s title bid dented by Man Utd draw, Spurs go fourth
FOOTBALL: Liverpool were held to a damaging 2-2 draw by Manchester United yesterday (Apr 7) as they handed the initiative to Arsenal in the Premier League title race, while Tottenham moved into fourth place with a 3-1 win over Nottingham Forest.
New Zealand dominate Hong Kong Sevens
New Zealand dominate Hong Kong Sevens
RUGBY SEVENS: New Zealand say they will have “a target on our backs” at this summer’s Paris Olympics after beating France 10-7 to retain their Hong Kong sevens crown yesterday (Apr 7).
Gunners back on top as Man City cruise
Gunners back on top as Man City cruise
FOOTBALL: Arsenal leapfrogged Liverpool at the top of the Premier League with a 3-0 win at Brighton yesterday (Apr 6) after Kevin De Bruyne scored twice in Manchester City’s victory at Crystal Palace.
Yellen, Li express hope for US-China cooperation
Yellen, Li express hope for US-China cooperation
BEIJING: US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and Chinese Premier Li Qiang sounded a hopeful note on bilateral relations at the start of their meeting in Beijing today (Apr 7).
Liverpool face Man Utd title test as top four battle heats up
Liverpool face Man Utd title test as top four battle heats up
FOOTBALL: Premier League leaders Liverpool head to Manchester United tomorrow (Apr 7) looking to move a step closer to equalling their bitter rivals’ record of 20 English titles.
Philippines, US, Australia, Japan to hold joint drills in disputed sea
Philippines, US, Australia, Japan to hold joint drills in disputed sea
MANILA: The United States, Australia, Japan and the Philippines will hold joint naval and air operations in the disputed South China Sea tomorrow, their defence chiefs said in a statement, as they seek to counter China’s growing assertiveness in the region.
Verstappen poised to bounce back in Japan but Ferrari threaten
Verstappen poised to bounce back in Japan but Ferrari threaten
FORMULA ONE: Max Verstappen is hot favourite for this weekend’s Japanese Grand Prix after failing to finish in Australia, but Ferrari are primed to exploit any slip-ups.
Taiwan rescuers try to reach scores trapped in tunnels after quake
Taiwan rescuers try to reach scores trapped in tunnels after quake
HUALIEN: Taiwanese rescuers worked yesterday (Apr 4) to reach scores of people trapped in highway tunnels as engineers began a massive clear-up operation a day after the island’s biggest earthquake in a quarter of a century.
Major Taiwan earthquake triggers tsunami warnings across region
Major Taiwan earthquake triggers tsunami warnings across region
TAIPEI: A major 7.4-magnitude earthquake hit Taiwan’s east this morning (Apr 3), prompting tsunami warnings for the self-ruled island as well as parts of southern Japan and the Philippines.
NATO at 75 is stronger - but also under threat
NATO at 75 is stronger - but also under threat
BRUSSELS: The NATO military alliance marks its 75th anniversary on Thursday (Apr 4), reinvigorated by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine - but menaced by the growing threat from Moscow and the spectre of Donald Trump.
France wants China to send ‘clear message’ to Russia over Ukraine war
France wants China to send ‘clear message’ to Russia over Ukraine war
BEIJING: France’s top diplomat said today (Apr 1) that Paris expects China to send “clear messages” to its close partner Russia over its war in Ukraine, after meetings with his counterpart in Beijing.
Arsenal, Man City stalemate hands Liverpool Premier League lead
Arsenal, Man City stalemate hands Liverpool Premier League lead
FOOTBALL: Manchester City failed to break down a determined Arsenal defence as a highly-anticipated clash at the top of the Premier League failed to live up to the hype in a 0-0 draw at the Etihad yesterday (Mar 31).
Russian, Belarusian athletes ‘not welcome’ at Olympics, says Paris mayor
Russian, Belarusian athletes ‘not welcome’ at Olympics, says Paris mayor
OLYMPICS: Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo said yesterday (Mar 30) Russian and Belarusian athletes “were not welcome” at the Olympics being staged in the French capital this year.
Arsenal face Man City in Premier League summit meeting
Arsenal face Man City in Premier League summit meeting
FOOTBALL: Arsenal travel to Manchester City tomorrow (Mar 31) seeking to complete a rare double over Pep Guardiola’s men in a match that could prove decisive in the three-way Premier League title race.