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Double-ton Maxwell downs Afghanistan as Australia reach semis
Double-ton Maxwell downs Afghanistan as Australia reach semis
CRICKET: Glenn Maxwell’s stunning 201 not out guided Australia into the semi-finals of the World Cup as the five-time champions snatched a sensational three-wicket victory from the jaws of defeat against Afghanistan in Mumbai yesterday (Nov 7).
UN chief says Gaza becoming ‘graveyard for children’, urges ceasefire
UN chief says Gaza becoming ‘graveyard for children’, urges ceasefire
NEW YORK: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres yesterday (Nov 6) warned that the bombarded Gaza Strip was becoming a “graveyard for children,” as he urged an immediate ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Postecoglou blasts VAR after nine-man Spurs beaten by Chelsea
Postecoglou blasts VAR after nine-man Spurs beaten by Chelsea
FOOTBALL: Ange Postecoglou admitted he does not like VAR as the Tottenham boss blasted the replay system’s influence on his side’s “out of control” 4-1 defeat against Chelsea yesterday (Nov 6).
Kohli equals Tendulkar’s century record as India rout South Africa
Kohli equals Tendulkar’s century record as India rout South Africa
CRICKET: Virat Kohli equalled Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 49 one-day international hundreds as India bowled out South Africa for just 83 in a 243-run World Cup rout yesterday (Nov 5) with the superstar batsman hailing his achievement as “the stuff of dreams”.
Zelensky ‘not ready’ for Russia talks
Zelensky ‘not ready’ for Russia talks
KYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said yesterday (Nov 5) he was “not ready” for talks with Russia unless its invading troops withdraw, as Kyiv investigated a deadly strike on its soldiers.
Australia knock England out, rain saves Pakistan
Australia knock England out, rain saves Pakistan
CRICKET: Spinner Adam Zampa starred with bat and ball as Australia knocked defending champions England out of the World Cup with a 33-run win yesterday (Nov 3).
Newcastle inflict first defeat on Arsenal, Fernandes rescues Man Utd
Newcastle inflict first defeat on Arsenal, Fernandes rescues Man Utd
FOOTBALL: Arsenal were beaten in the Premier League for the first time this season at Newcastle yesterday (Nov 4) as Bruno Fernandes’ stoppage time winner at Fulham eased the pressure on Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag.
Troubled Man Utd urged to stick together as Spurs face Pochettino reunion
Troubled Man Utd urged to stick together as Spurs face Pochettino reunion
FOOTBALL: Under-fire Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag cannot afford another damaging defeat when his troubled side face Fulham tomorrow (Nov 4).
Former crypto tycoon found guilty of massive fraud
Former crypto tycoon found guilty of massive fraud
NEW YORK: Sam Bankman-Fried, the one-time cryptocurrency golden boy accused by US prosecutors of stealing billions of dollars of FTX customers’ money, was found guilty yesterday (Nov 2) on all counts, and now faces up to 110 years behind bars.
UK, US, China sign AI safety pledge at UK summit
UK, US, China sign AI safety pledge at UK summit
UNITED KINGDOM: Countries including the UK, United States and China on Wednesday (Nov 1) agreed on the “need for international action” as political and tech leaders gathered for the world’s first summit on artificial intelligence (AI) safety.
Biden vs Trump, the unwanted rematch for America’s soul
Biden vs Trump, the unwanted rematch for America’s soul
WASHINGTON: While the stakes could hardly be higher for American democracy, voters are increasingly turned off by the apparently inevitable rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump.
South Africa thrash New Zealand at cricket World Cup
South Africa thrash New Zealand at cricket World Cup
CRICKET: Quinton de Kock hit his fourth century of the World Cup while Rassie van der Dussen cracked his second as South Africa thrashed New Zealand by 190 runs yesterday (Nov 1) to take a step closer to the semi-finals.
Saudi Arabia only bidder for 2034 World Cup
Saudi Arabia only bidder for 2034 World Cup
FOOTBALL: Saudi Arabia is in line to host the 2034 World Cup after FIFA announced that the kingdom had submitted the only “expression of interest” in hosting the tournament.
Winter will amplify Ukraine humanitarian needs: UN
Winter will amplify Ukraine humanitarian needs: UN
KYIV: With the war between Israel and Hamas raging, a UN humanitarian official urged the Security Council yesterday (Oct 31) to “not lose focus” on Ukraine, especially as another brutal winter looms.
Messi wins eighth Ballon d’Or
Messi wins eighth Ballon d’Or
FOOTBALL: Lionel Messi won the eighth Ballon d’Or of his remarkable career at a glittering ceremony in Paris yesterday (Oct 30), while Spain’s World Cup-winning star Aitana Bonmati took the women’s prize.
Martin wins Thai MotoGP thriller with Bagnaia promoted to second
Martin wins Thai MotoGP thriller with Bagnaia promoted to second
MOTOGP: Spain’s Jorge Martin won a thrilling Thailand MotoGP race yesterday (Oct 29) to close the gap on Francesco Bagnaia to 13 points in the world championship, with three legs of the season to go.
Mob storms Russian airport looking for Israelis
Mob storms Russian airport looking for Israelis
MOSCOW: A mob looking for Israelis and Jews overran an airport in Russia’s Caucasus republic of Dagestan yesterday (Oct 29), after rumours spread that a flight was arriving from Israel.
Man City crush Man Utd as Liverpool show support for absent Diaz
Man City crush Man Utd as Liverpool show support for absent Diaz
FOOTBALL: Manchester City underlined the vast gulf in quality between themselves and Manchester United yesterday (Oct 29) as Liverpool showed their support for absent team-mate Luis Diaz, whose parents were kidnapped in Colombia.
South Africa beat New Zealand by a point to win record fourth Rugby World Cup
South Africa beat New Zealand by a point to win record fourth Rugby World Cup
RUGBY: Handre Pollard kicked four penalties to help South Africa to a nail-biting 12-11 victory over 14-man New Zealand in the Rugby World Cup final on Saturday (Oct 28) to claim a record fourth title.
Boks expect ‘grind’ against All Blacks in World Cup final
Boks expect ‘grind’ against All Blacks in World Cup final
RUGBY: Defending champions South Africa expect today’s (Oct 28) Rugby World Cup final against “greatest foes” New Zealand to be a “grind” as both teams eye what would be a record fourth tournament title.