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UK police charge Greta Thunberg after climate protest arrest
UK police charge Greta Thunberg after climate protest arrest
LONDON: UK police charged Swedish climate campaigner Greta Thunberg with a public order offence yesterday (Oct 18), following her detention at a protest outside an annual gathering of energy industry figures in London.
Srettha invites Putin for official visit
Srettha invites Putin for official visit
BEIJING: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin for an official visit next year, he said in Beijing today (Oct 18).
Netherlands humiliate South Africa at Cricket World Cup
Netherlands humiliate South Africa at Cricket World Cup
CRICKET: Netherlands defeated mighty South Africa by 38 runs at the Cricket World Cup yesterday (Oct 17) as the European outsiders humiliated the Proteas for the second time in a year.
Lebanon’s Hezbollah calls for ‘day of rage’ over Gaza hospital strike
Lebanon’s Hezbollah calls for ‘day of rage’ over Gaza hospital strike
BEIRUT: Lebanon’s Iran-backed Hezbollah movement yesterday (Oct 17) called for a “day of rage” to condemn a strike on a Gaza Strip hospital as hundreds of demonstrators gathered at the French and US embassies in protest.
Trump given partial gag order in election conspiracy trial
Trump given partial gag order in election conspiracy trial
WASHINGTON: The federal judge set to preside over Donald Trump’s trial for conspiring to overturn the 2020 US election imposed a partial gag order on the former president yesterday (Oct 16).
IOC approves cricket for 2028 LA Olympics
IOC approves cricket for 2028 LA Olympics
OLYMPICS: Cricket will feature as one of five new sports at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, organisers announced yesterday (Oct 16).
One million Gazans displaced as Israel readies for ground attack
One million Gazans displaced as Israel readies for ground attack
GAZA STRIP: More than one million people have been forced from their homes in the northern Gaza Strip since Israel began its bombardment against Hamas, the UN said yesterday (Oct 15), warning of dire conditions on the ground.
Afghanistan defeat champions England in World Cup shock
Afghanistan defeat champions England in World Cup shock
CRICKET: Afghanistan pulled off one of the greatest World Cup shocks yesterday (Oct 15) when they defeated defending champions England by 69 runs in New Delhi.
South Africa, England reach semi-finals
South Africa, England reach semi-finals
RUGBY: Defending champions South Africa edged hosts France 29-28 in a thrilling seven-try encounter yesterday (Oct 15) to reach next weekend’s Rugby World Cup semi-finals, where they will meet England who managed to overcome Fiji in their match.
New Zealand overcome Ireland as Argentina beat Wales
New Zealand overcome Ireland as Argentina beat Wales
RUGBY: Three-time champions New Zealand inflicted more World Cup heartbreak on Ireland yesterday (Oct 14), beating them 28-24 in a tense quarter-final to bring a bitterly disappointing end to Irish captain Johnny Sexton’s stellar career.
Cricket proposed for inclusion in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
Cricket proposed for inclusion in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
CRICKET: The sport of cricket could feature in the Olympics for the first time since 1900 after organisers of the 2028 Los Angeles Games recommended its inclusion.
Chaotic start to Cricket World Cup a fresh blow for ODIs
Chaotic start to Cricket World Cup a fresh blow for ODIs
CRICKET: Poor spectator turnout, a scheduling fiasco and a dubious outfield have cast a shadow over the Cricket World Cup in India, as the 50-over game itself faces an existential crisis.
UK and Ireland to host Euro 2028 as Italy, Turkey awarded Euro 2032
UK and Ireland to host Euro 2028 as Italy, Turkey awarded Euro 2032
FOOTBALL: The United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland will co-host Euro 2028, while Italy and Turkey will be joint hosts of the 2032 tournament, UEFA announced yesterday (Oct 10).
Rugby to adopt ‘smart’ mouthguards to protect against head injuries
Rugby to adopt ‘smart’ mouthguards to protect against head injuries
RUGBY: Authorities will start using “smart” mouthguards to help protect players from head injuries, rugby’s global governing body said on Monday (Oct 9).
China to hold third Belt and Road forum next week
China to hold third Belt and Road forum next week
BEIJING: China will hold its third Belt and Road forum in its capital next week, Beijing said today (Oct 11), confirming the details of an event that several foreign leaders are expected to attend - including Vladimir Putin.
Thai death toll in Israel rises
Thai death toll in Israel rises
BANGKOK: At least 1,400 Thais working in Israel have so far expressed a wish to be evacuated home to Thailand while unconfirmed accounts from Israeli employers suggest that as many as 12 Thais could have been killed in Hamas attacks, according to the Foreign Ministry.
Israel battles Hamas, masses near Gaza after attack ‘like 9/11’
Israel battles Hamas, masses near Gaza after attack ‘like 9/11’
JERUSALEM: Israel battled Hamas fighters still holed up in southern towns yesterday (Oct 9) and massed tens of thousands of troops near the Gaza Strip after vowing to defeat the Palestinian militant group whose surprise attack the shocked nation has likened to 9/11.
Verstappen claims 14th win of memorable title-winning campaign
Verstappen claims 14th win of memorable title-winning campaign
FORMULA ONE: Newly-crowned three-time world champion Max Verstappen cruised to his 14th win of an outstanding season for Red Bull yesterday (Oct 8) when he won an exhausting, frantic and often confusing Qatar Grand Prix.
Fiji to play England in World Cup quarter-final, Australia out
Fiji to play England in World Cup quarter-final, Australia out
RUGBY: Fiji went down to a shock 24-23 defeat by Portugal in Toulouse yesterday (Oct 8) but still qualified for a World Cup quarter-final with England and ensured the elimination of Australia.
Arsenal end Man City hoodoo, Liverpool held by Brighton
Arsenal end Man City hoodoo, Liverpool held by Brighton
FOOTBALL: Arsenal laid down an early marker in the Premier League title race by beating Manchester City 1-0 yesterday (Oct 8), while Liverpool were held by Brighton in a pulsating 2-2 draw.