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Seahawks beat Patriots 29-13 to win Super Bowl
Seahawks beat Patriots 29-13 to win Super Bowl
NFL: The Seattle Seahawks produced a dominant defensive display to outmuscle the New England Patriots 29-13 and clinch a comprehensive Super Bowl victory yesterday (Feb 8).
Japan PM Takaichi basks in election triumph
Japan PM Takaichi basks in election triumph
TOKYO: Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was savouring an election triumph this morning (Feb 9), with her ruling coalition projected to have won a two-thirds majority in the powerful lower house.
Arsenal maintain lead as Man Utd pile pressure on Frank
Arsenal maintain lead as Man Utd pile pressure on Frank
FOOTBALL: Arsenal maintained their lead at the top of the Premier League with a 3-0 victory against Sunderland on Saturday (Feb 7), while Tottenham boss Thomas Frank faced renewed calls for his sacking after a 2-0 defeat at Manchester United.
The votes are in
The votes are in
BANGKOK: Thais voted yesterday (Feb 8) in an election where progressive reformists were the clear opinion poll leaders but the incumbent conservative was expected to remain prime minister, extending the country’s political impasse.
Japan eyes Premier League parity by aligning calendar with Europe
Japan eyes Premier League parity by aligning calendar with Europe
FOOTBALL: Japan’s J. League can one day compete with England’s Premier League if a calendar switch helps clubs bring in bigger transfer fees, its chairman told AFP ahead of the new season.
In show of support, Canada, France open consulates in Greenland
In show of support, Canada, France open consulates in Greenland
NUUK: Canada and France, which both oppose US President Donald Trump’s claim to Greenland, opened consulates in the Danish autonomous territory’s capital yesterday (Feb 6), in a show of support for the local government.
Buddhist monks’ peace walk across US captivates
Buddhist monks’ peace walk across US captivates
GLEN ALLEN, USA: Buddhist monks walking from Texas to Washington to promote peace have become a surprise popular hit as they near the US capital - attracting crowds of thousands who line the route or join in for a few miles.
Winter Olympics to showcase Italian venues and global tensions
Winter Olympics to showcase Italian venues and global tensions
WINTER OLYMPICS: The 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics open tomorrow (Feb 6) as the Games return to their traditional heartland of the European Alps for the first time in 20 years, while organisers are praying skiing great Lindsey Vonn is fit to compete.
Ukraine, Russia, US negotiators gather in Abu Dhabi for war talks
Ukraine, Russia, US negotiators gather in Abu Dhabi for war talks
ABU DHABI: Negotiators from Ukraine, Russia and the United States were set to gather in Abu Dhabi today (Feb 4), seeking to advance fraught talks on how to end the four-year war.
Bill, Hillary Clinton to testify in US House Epstein probe
Bill, Hillary Clinton to testify in US House Epstein probe
WASHINGTON: Bill and Hillary Clinton will testify in a US House investigation surrounding deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a spokesman for the ex-president said, heading off a potential vote to hold the couple in contempt.
Arsenal stretch lead as Man City, Villa slip up
Arsenal stretch lead as Man City, Villa slip up
FOOTBALL: Arsenal moved a step closer to ending a 22-year wait to win the Premier League title after a dream weekend for the Gunners extended their lead to six points.
Trump hopeful of Iran deal after Tehran warns of regional war
Trump hopeful of Iran deal after Tehran warns of regional war
PARIS: US President Donald Trump said yesterday (Feb 1) he was hopeful of agreeing a deal with Iran after the country’s supreme leader warned that any US attack on the Islamic republic would trigger a regional war.
Alcaraz beats Djokovic, Rybakina overcomes Sabalenka at Aussie Open
Alcaraz beats Djokovic, Rybakina overcomes Sabalenka at Aussie Open
TENNIS: Carlos Alcaraz swept past Novak Djokovic to win his first Australian Open yesterday (Feb 1) and become the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam, denying the Serbian great an unprecedented 25th major.
Amid Ukraine war fallout, fearful Chechen women seek escape route
Amid Ukraine war fallout, fearful Chechen women seek escape route
CHECHNYA: Facing what activists say is a hardening of repression inside Chechnya amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Asil and Aishat, both young women, recently fled their violent families in search of safety. Only Asil is alive today.
Fury confirms comeback fight against Makhmudov
Fury confirms comeback fight against Makhmudov
BOXING: Former heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury will face Arslanbek Makhmudov in his comeback fight in April, weeks after saying he would come out of retirement.
Arsenal seek fun factor as Frank searches for home comforts
Arsenal seek fun factor as Frank searches for home comforts
FOOTBALL: Arsenal travel to Leeds today (Jan 31) desperate to prevent a Premier League wobble becoming something more serious as Manchester City and Aston Villa wait to pounce.
Jeeno aims to shake off rust in LPGA season opener
Jeeno aims to shake off rust in LPGA season opener
GOLF: World number one Jeeno Thitikul kicked off her 2026 LPGA season at the Tournament of Champions yesterday (Jan 29) aiming to build on a three-win 2025 campaign and hoping a wrist injury is behind her.
Thai foreign minister hopes Myanmar polls ‘start of transition’ to peace
Thai foreign minister hopes Myanmar polls ‘start of transition’ to peace
CEBU: Thailand’s foreign minister said yesterday (Jan 29) that he hoped Myanmar’s recent election would be the “start of a transition” that could lead to sustainable peace in the civil war-torn country.
China executes 11 linked to Myanmar scam compounds
China executes 11 linked to Myanmar scam compounds
BEIJING: China executed 11 people linked to Myanmar criminal gangs, including “key members” of telecom scam operations, state media reported today (Jan 29), as Beijing toughens its response to the sprawling, transnational industry.
Lucky Djokovic advances to Aussie semis
Lucky Djokovic advances to Aussie semis
TENNIS: Novak Djokovic admitted he got lucky after opponent Lorenzo Musetti retired hurt yesterday (Jan 28) to send the Serbian great into a semi-final against either two-time reigning champion Jannik Sinner or Ben Shelton.