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Ronaldo at the double on Man Utd return
Ronaldo at the double on Man Utd return
FOOTBALL: Cristiano Ronaldo enjoyed a dream return as a Manchester United player by scoring twice as the Red Devils beat Newcastle 4-1 in front of a rocking Old Trafford yesterday (Sept 11).
British teen Raducanu wins US Open
British teen Raducanu wins US Open
TENNIS: Britain’s 18-year-old Emma Raducanu became the first qualifier to capture a Grand Slam title by defeating Canada’s 19-year-old Leylah Fernandez yesterday (Sept 11) in the US Open women’s final.
US honors 9/11 dead on 20th anniversary of attacks
US honors 9/11 dead on 20th anniversary of attacks
WORLD: America marks the 20th anniversary of 9/11 today (Sept 11) with solemn ceremonies given added poignancy by the recent chaotic withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan and return to power of the Taliban.
England and India consider next moves after cancelled Test
England and India consider next moves after cancelled Test
CRICKET: What happens now? That was the question cricket fans around the world were asking after the dramatic last-minute cancellation of the deciding fifth Test between England and India in Manchester.
Man sentenced for racist message to England footballers
Man sentenced for racist message to England footballers
WORLD: A football fan was handed a suspended jail term in Britain yesterday (Sept 8) for posting racist comments on social media blaming three black players for England’s Euro 2020 final defeat to Italy on July 11.
Man jailed for five years in Vietnam for spreading COVID
Man jailed for five years in Vietnam for spreading COVID
WORLD: A Vietnamese man has been sentenced to five years in jail for spreading COVID-19 after he breached home quarantine rules.
Brazil v Argentina clash halted following COVID controversy
Brazil v Argentina clash halted following COVID controversy
Amid incredible scenes at Sao Paulo’s Neo Quimica Arena, the match between the two giants of South American football came to a halt when a group of unidentified officials came onto the pitch, triggering a melee involving team staff and players. Argentina’s players trudged off the pitch to the changing room as the furore arranged. Argentina captain Lionel Messi later re-emerged from the tunnel without his team shirt on as confusion swept around the stadium. The stunning intervention came just hours after Brazil’s health authorities said four players in Argentina’s squad based in England should be placed in “immediate quarantine” for breaching COVID-19 protocols. According to Brazil’s National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA), Premier League players Giovani Lo Celso (Tottenham), Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa), Emiliano Buendia (Aston Villa) and Cristian Romero (Tottenham) provided “false information” upon their entry to Brazil. Romero, Lo Celso and Martinez were all in the Argentina starting line-up that kicked off Sunday’s game. However the four Premier League players were accused of failing to disclose that they had spent time in the United Kingdom in the 14 days prior to their arrival. A ministerial order dating from June 23 prohibits the entry into Brazilian territory of any foreign person from the United Kingdom, India or South Africa, to prevent the spread of variants of the coronavirus. “ANVISA considers that this situation represents a serious health risk and recommends that the local health authorities (of Sao Paulo) order the immediate quarantine of the players, who are prohibited from taking part in any activity and from remaining on Brazilian territory,” the agency said in a statement. ANVISA said Brazil’s Federal Police had been notified so that “the necessary measures are taken immediately”. Brazilian website Globoesporte said the Argentina Football Association (AFA) could request an exceptional authorization from authorities in Sao Paulo to allow the players to take the field against Brazil. The controversy comes after nine Brazilians based in the Premier League failed to travel to South America following objections from their clubs.
Afghan crisis cements Qatari global influence
Afghan crisis cements Qatari global influence
DOHA: Political leaders have flocked to Doha and some countries have moved their Kabul embassies to Qatar, all praising their host for its key role in the airlift out of the Afghan capital.
China to keep embassy in Afghanistan, increase aid
China to keep embassy in Afghanistan, increase aid
KABUL: A Taliban spokesman said yesterday (Sept 3) that China has promised to keep its embassy in Afghanistan open and to increase humanitarian aid to the war-ravaged country.
At least 44 dead as flash floods slam New York area
At least 44 dead as flash floods slam New York area
NEW YORK: Flash flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ida killed at least 44 people in the New York area yesterday (Sept 2), including several who perished in basements during the “historic” weather event officials blamed on climate change.
ABBA set to unveil ‘sensational’ musical comeback
ABBA set to unveil ‘sensational’ musical comeback
LONDON: They famously vowed never to reform, to the disappointment of their legions of fans. But nearly four decades after disbanding, Swedish superstars ABBA were today (Sept 2) expected to announce a “sensational comeback” collaboration.
US military completes withdrawal from Afghanistan
US military completes withdrawal from Afghanistan
KABUL: The US military announced it has completed its withdrawal from Afghanistan after a brutal 20-year war - one that started and ended with the hardline Islamist Taliban in power, despite billions of dollars spent trying to rebuild the conflict-wracked country.
Liverpool held by 10-man Chelsea, Arsenal thrashed
Liverpool held by 10-man Chelsea, Arsenal thrashed
FOOTBALL: Ten-man Chelsea held on for a 1-1 draw at Liverpool after Reece James’ controversial dismissal, while Mikel Arteta urged his Arsenal flops to “look in the mirror” after a dismal 5-0 thrashing at Manchester City yesterday (Aug 28).
Preserving a cultural heritage
Preserving a cultural heritage
AFGHANISTAN: One of the only Korans ever made from silk fabric has been completed in Afghanistan – a feat its creators hope will help preserve the country’s centuries-old tradition of calligraphy.
Man United agree deal with Juventus for Ronaldo return
Man United agree deal with Juventus for Ronaldo return
FOOTBALL: Cristiano Ronaldo said he achieved “great things” at Juventus after Manchester United announced yesterday (Aug 27) they have reached a deal to re-sign the Portuguese star.
‘Total panic’ as deadly blasts rock Kabul airport
‘Total panic’ as deadly blasts rock Kabul airport
KABUL: Bodies were strewn face-down in a shallow canal at the scene of twin blasts outside Kabul airport yesterday (Aug 26), as wounded people in blood- soaked clothes were ferried away in wheelbarrows.
UK adds Thailand to COVID travel ‘red list’
UK adds Thailand to COVID travel ‘red list’
LONDON: The British government has added Thailand and Montenegro to its travel “red list”, with foreigners banned from travelling to England from those countries, and nationals required to quarantine.
Afghans race to flee Taliban after Biden confirms airlift deadline
Afghans race to flee Taliban after Biden confirms airlift deadline
KABUL: Afghans yesterday (Aug 25) faced an increasingly desperate race to escape life under the Taliban after President Joe Biden confirmed US-led evacuations will end next week.
Tokyo Paralympics open after year’s virus delay
Tokyo Paralympics open after year’s virus delay
PARALYMPICS: The Tokyo Paralympics opened with howling guitars and neon-streaked performers yesterday (Aug 24), with athletes ready to defy stereotypes and shatter records despite a year-long pandemic delay.
Hong Kong censorship law to check old films for national security breaches
Hong Kong censorship law to check old films for national security breaches
HONG KONG: Scrutiny of past films will be made in Hong Kong for national security breaches under a tough new censorship law announced today (Aug 24) in the latest blow to the financial hub’s political and artistic freedoms.