Agencies

Taiwan ramps up island patrols ahead of inauguration

China has branded president-elect Lai Ching-te as "dangerous separatist". Published 20 May, 2024 08:13am

Massive search underway after Raisi chopper crash

• Iranian foreign minister, provincial governor among those onboard missing aircraft • Khamenei urges nation to not worry amid... Published 20 May, 2024 07:30am

Wyatt steers England women to T20 series sweep over Pakistan

England posts a solid 176 all out in the stipulated overs and restricts Pakistan to 142-4. Published 20 May, 2024 07:11am

Usyk beats Fury to become world heavyweight champion

RIYADH: Oleksandr Usyk beat Tyson Fury by split decision to win the world’s first undisputed heavyweight... Published 20 May, 2024 07:11am

Israeli strike on Nuseirat refugee camp kills 31

UN aid chief warns of ‘apocalyptic’ consequences of Gaza shortages. Updated 20 May, 2024 09:19am

Bezos’ firm flies thrill seekers to space

Nonagenarian among travellers on board. Updated 20 May, 2024 09:33am

Iran President Ebrahim Raisi’s helicopter ‘crashes upon landing’ in Varzaqan region: state media

Search efforts underway but no news yet on his condition; FM Amir-Abdollahian also onboard; Iranians urged to pray. Updated 20 May, 2024 12:34am

Russia seizes assets of three European banks

Kremlin had threatened fiscal retaliation if Russian assets are seized. Published 19 May, 2024 07:37am

Major-record 78 make record-tying low one-under cut at PGA Championship

LOUISVILLE: Xander Schauffele kept his one stroke lead after Saturday’s conclusion of the second round of the PGA... Published 19 May, 2024 07:37am

England women thrash Pakistan to seal T20 series

NORTHAMPTON: England women thrashed Pakistan by 65 runs in the second Twenty20 International at the County Ground on... Published 19 May, 2024 07:37am

Leverkusen complete Bundesliga season unbeaten, Cologne relegated

Crowned Bundesliga champions for the first time in April, goals from Victor Boniface and Robert Andrich put Leverkusen on course for victory. Published 19 May, 2024 07:37am

Israelis kill dozens in fresh push for parts of north Gaza

Heavy ground offensive, aerial bombardment affect emergency service; UN agency says 800,000 Palestinians "forced to flee" Rafah. Updated 19 May, 2024 08:00am

Brazil to host Women’s World Cup as Gaza overshadows Congress

BANGKOK: The Women’s World Cup will take place in South America for the first time after Brazil was chosen to host... Published 18 May, 2024 06:53am

Scheffler arrested before PGA Championship second round

LOUISVILLE: World number one Scottie Scheffler was arrested and charged with the assault of a police officer in what... Published 18 May, 2024 06:53am

Jarry shocks Tsitsipas, meets Paul for spot in Rome final

ROME: Chilean 21st seed Nicolas Jarry fought back from a set down to beat world number eight Stefanos Tsitsipas 3-6,... Published 18 May, 2024 06:53am

FO slams Indian ‘hyper-nationalism’ for electoral gains

Urges India to allow Kashmiris to practise their right to self-determination as guaranteed by UNSC resolutions. Updated 18 May, 2024 08:18am

Arab League calls for peacekeepers

Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas says Oct 7 gave Israel an excuse to attack Gaza; "friendly fire" kills five Israeli soldiers. Published 17 May, 2024 07:43am

‘Old friends’ Putin and Xi strengthen strategic ties

• Hail relations as ‘stabilising’ force in chaotic world • Ask US to shun confrontational behaviour Updated 17 May, 2024 08:03am

Griezmann hat-trick helps Atletico seal CL spot

GETAFE: Atletico Madrid’s Antoine Griezmann scored a hat-trick in a 3-0 La Liga win at Getafe on Wednesday as they... Published 17 May, 2024 05:46am

PSG end Nice’s Champions League hopes

NICE: Paris St-Germain beat 10-man OGC Nice 2-1 away in Ligue 1 on Wednesday, leaving the hosts with no chance of a... Published 17 May, 2024 05:46am