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US judge rules that Prince Andrew sex assault case can proceed
US judge rules that Prince Andrew sex assault case can proceed
NEW YORK: A US judge ruled yesterday (Jan 12) that a sexual assault lawsuit brought against Prince Andrew can move forward, piling pressure on the royal and causing further embarrassment for the British monarchy.
Half of Europe on track to catch Omicron, world economy at risk
Half of Europe on track to catch Omicron, world economy at risk
WORLD: More than half of people in Europe will likely catch Omicron by March, the World Health Organization (WHO) said yesterday (Jan 11), as the World Bank warned the contagious variant could hamper global economic recovery.
US surgeons successfully implant pig heart in human
US surgeons successfully implant pig heart in human
WASHINGTON: US surgeons have successfully implanted a heart from a genetically modified pig in a human patient, a first of its kind procedure, the University of Maryland Medical School said yesterday (Jan 10).
Myanmar’s Suu Kyi hit with new convictions, jail term
Myanmar’s Suu Kyi hit with new convictions, jail term
YANGON: A Myanmar junta court today (Jan 10) convicted Aung San Suu Kyi of three criminal charges, sentencing her to four years in prison in the latest in a slew of cases against the ousted civilian leader.
Djokovic wins Australia visa case, judge orders his release
Djokovic wins Australia visa case, judge orders his release
MELBOURNE: World number one Novak Djokovic won a stunning victory today (Jan 10) over the Australian government, overturning the cancellation of his visa on COVID-19 health grounds, and ending his detention.
Forest dump Arsenal out of FA Cup as Spurs survive scare
Forest dump Arsenal out of FA Cup as Spurs survive scare
FOOTBALL: Nottingham Forest dumped 14-time winners Arsenal out of the FA Cup yesterday (Jan 9) after Tottenham and Liverpool survived scares against lower-league opposition to progress.
More than 100,000 march in France against COVID vaccine requirements
More than 100,000 march in France against COVID vaccine requirements
PARIS: More than 100,000 people across France protested yesterday (Jan 8) over what they say are government plans to further restrict the rights of the unvaccinated, days after French President Emmanuel Macron vowed to “piss off” those refusing the jab.
Newcastle stunned by Cambridge ‘dream’ in FA Cup
Newcastle stunned by Cambridge ‘dream’ in FA Cup
FOOTBALL: Newcastle’s miserable season on the field sunk to a new low yesterday (Jan 8) as they were dumped out of the FA Cup 1-0 by third-tier Cambridge, while non-league sides Kidderminster and Boreham Wood also booked their places in the fourth round.
World passes 300 million COVID cases as Omicron breaks records
World passes 300 million COVID cases as Omicron breaks records
WORLD: The total number of COVID-19 cases registered worldwide passed 300 million yesterday (Jan 7), with the Omicron variant’s rapid spread setting new infection records in dozens of countries over the last week.
Duterte: Arrest unvaccinated if they go outdoors
Duterte: Arrest unvaccinated if they go outdoors
MANILA: Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte yesterday (Jan 6) ordered the arrest of unvaccinated people who violate stay-at-home orders aimed at curbing “galloping” coronavirus infections driven by the Omicron coronavirus variant.
Chinese official apologises after woman miscarries outside lockdown hospital
Chinese official apologises after woman miscarries outside lockdown hospital
BEIJING: A top health official in China’s locked-down Xi’an apologised today (Jan 6) over the miscarriage of an eight-month pregnant woman, after footage went viral of a hospital refusing her entry without a COVID test.
Australia bars Djokovic, cancels entry visa
Australia bars Djokovic, cancels entry visa
TENNIS: Australia said today (Jan 6) it had cancelled the entry visa of Novak Djokovic, opening the way to his detention and deportation in a dramatic reversal for the tennis world number one.
Hong Kong ramps up virus controls
Hong Kong ramps up virus controls
HONG KONG: Hong Kong announced strict new anti-coronavirus controls today (Jan 5), banning flights from eight nations, shuttering bars and gyms and cancelling evening restaurant dining after the Omicron variant was detected within the city.
Djokovic heading to Australian Open with COVID-19 exemption
Djokovic heading to Australian Open with COVID-19 exemption
TENNIS: World number one Novak Djokovic said yesterday (Jan 4) that he was heading to the Australian Open to defend his title after being granted a COVID-19 medical exemption to play.
China says US and Russia must reduce stockpiles after nuclear statement
China says US and Russia must reduce stockpiles after nuclear statement
BEIJING: China said today (Jan 4) it will continue to “modernise” its nuclear arsenal and called on the United States and Russia to reduce their own stockpiles a day after global powers pledged to prevent such weapons from spreading.
Wolves end Rangnick’s honeymoon at United
Wolves end Rangnick’s honeymoon at United
FOOTBALL: Wolves ended Ralf Rangnick’s unbeaten start as Manchester United interim manager yesterday (Jan 3) as Joao Moutinho’s strike earned a deserved 1-0 win at Old Trafford.
Chelsea fight back to hold Liverpool as Everton crash
Chelsea fight back to hold Liverpool as Everton crash
FOOTBALL: Chelsea staged a thrilling fightback from two goals down to rescue a 2-2 draw against Liverpool despite the absence of the exiled Romelu Lukaku, while Everton crashed to a 3-2 defeat against Brighton as pressure mounted on Rafael Benitez yesterday (Jan 2).
Thousands flee as floods worsen in Malaysia
Thousands flee as floods worsen in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: Thousands more people have fled swamped homes as heavy rains exacerbated flooding in seven Malaysian states, officials said yesterday (Jan 2), with over 125,000 people evacuated in total since mid-December.
France to ease COVID rules as England says curbs are ‘last resort’
France to ease COVID rules as England says curbs are ‘last resort’
FRANCE: France announced an easing of COVID restrictions from Monday (Jan 3) and Britain’s health minister said curbs were an “absolute last resort”, as governments face tough choices between controlling the virus and keeping economies open.
Remove your tattoos, Beijing tells Chinese football players
Remove your tattoos, Beijing tells Chinese football players
FOOTBALL: Players in China’s national football team should remove any existing tattoos and are “strictly prohibited” from getting any new ones, the country’s sports administration body has said.