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Zelensky grateful for Trump’s ‘strong resolve’ to end war
Zelensky grateful for Trump’s ‘strong resolve’ to end war
KYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said today (Dec 10) he was grateful for Donald Trump’s “strong resolve” to end the war in Ukraine, after meeting the US president-elect in Paris last week.
Syrians rejoice as Assad flees, ending brutal reign
Syrians rejoice as Assad flees, ending brutal reign
DAMASCUS: President Bashar al-Assad fled Syria as Islamist-led rebels swept into Damascus yesterday (Dec 8), triggering celebrations across the country and beyond at the end of his oppressive rule.
Chelsea beat Spurs as Arsenal stumble
Chelsea beat Spurs as Arsenal stumble
FOOTBALL: Chelsea roared back from two goals down to beat Tottenham 4-3 yesterday (Dec 8), moving just four points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool after Arsenal were held by Fulham.
Man Utd problems deepen as Man City stumble again
Man Utd problems deepen as Man City stumble again
FOOTBALL: Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United honeymoon is truly over after Nottingham Forest inflicted a second straight Premier League defeat on his side yesterday (Dec 7) while Manchester City stumbled again.
‘Open your doors’: Notre Dame re-opens after five-year refit
‘Open your doors’: Notre Dame re-opens after five-year refit
PARIS: France celebrated the re-opening of the newly restored Notre Dame cathedral on Saturday (Dec 7) at a special church service that featured a standing ovation for the firefighters who saved the 12th-century landmark during a 2019 blaze. 
Syria govt loses control of key city Daraa
Syria govt loses control of key city Daraa
SYRIA: Syrian government forces have lost control of Daraa city, a war monitor said, in another stunning blow for President Bashar al-Assad's rule after rebels wrested other key cities from his grip.
Liverpool face Merseyside derby cauldron
Liverpool face Merseyside derby cauldron
FOOTBALL: Premier League leaders Liverpool will expect more magic from Mohamed Salah when they meet Everton in an emotional Merseyside derby at Goodison Park tomorrow (Dec 7).
World Bank announces record US$100bn support for world’s poorest countries
World Bank announces record US$100bn support for world’s poorest countries
WASHINGTON: The World Bank announced yesterday (Dec 5) that it has raised close to US$24 billion to provide loans and grants for some of the world’s poorest nations, which it can leverage to generate a record $100bn in total spending power.
South Korean president clings to power after martial law U-turn
South Korean president clings to power after martial law U-turn
SEOUL: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was still clinging to power today (Dec 5), with his party announcing they will oppose an impeachment motion after his short-lived imposition of martial law stunned the world.
Liverpool held in Newcastle thriller as Arsenal, Chelsea both win
Liverpool held in Newcastle thriller as Arsenal, Chelsea both win
FOOTBALL: Liverpool’s Premier League lead was cut to seven points by Arsenal and Chelsea after the Reds conceded a 90th minute equaliser in a thrilling 3-3 draw at Newcastle yesterday (Dec 4).
Hong Kong mega development plan to devour villages, wetlands
Hong Kong mega development plan to devour villages, wetlands
HONG KONG: For almost half a century, Mr Kwok Hoi-yin’s humble cottage on Hong Kong’s border with mainland China was surrounded by leagues of fish ponds and green fields, buffering the modern high-rises of megacity Shenzhen to the north.
Saudi Arabia bets on tech to make deserts bloom
Saudi Arabia bets on tech to make deserts bloom
JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia is investing in green innovation to transform its deserts, but accusations of greenwashing highlight the challenge of turning ambitious projects into climate solutions.
Liverpool pile on misery for Man City, win for Amorim
Liverpool pile on misery for Man City, win for Amorim
FOOTBALL: Liverpool piled on the misery for Manchester City as the Premier League leaders beat the troubled champions 2-0 at Anfield, while Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim earned his first league win with a 4-0 rout of Everton yesterday (Dec 1).
Taiwan's Lai flies to US to start tour of Pacific, angering China
Taiwan's Lai flies to US to start tour of Pacific, angering China
TAIPEI: Taiwan President Lai Ching-te flew to the United States yesterday (Nov 30) to launch a week-long tour of the Pacific that he said would usher in a new era of democracy, but has ignited fiery threats from Beijing.
Gunners fire as they hammer the Hammers
Gunners fire as they hammer the Hammers
FOOTBALL: Arsenal thrashed West Ham 5-2 yesterday (Nov 30) to climb up to second in the Premier League, while Justin Kluivert scored the first ever Premier League hat-trick of penalties in Bournemouth’s 4-2 win at Wolves.
Russell on pole as Verstappen given grid penalty for Qatar Grand Prix
Russell on pole as Verstappen given grid penalty for Qatar Grand Prix
FORMULA ONE: Newly-crowned four-time world champion Max Verstappen has been stripped of pole position at the Qatar Grand Prix for impeding Mercedes driver George Russell in qualifying yesterday (Nov 30).
Liverpool look to deepen Man City crisis, Amorim seeks first Premier League win
Liverpool look to deepen Man City crisis, Amorim seeks first Premier League win
FOOTBALL: Liverpool can take another giant step towards just a second English top-flight title in 35 years against fragile Manchester City on Sunday (Dec 1) as Ruben Amorim aims for a first Premier League win as Manchester United manager.
Verstappen switches focus to re-boot defence of F1 teams’ title
Verstappen switches focus to re-boot defence of F1 teams’ title
FORMULA ONE: Newly-crowned quadruple world champion Max Verstappen will switch his attention from the drivers’ title race to the teams’ contest this weekend when he leads Red Bull’s unlikely bid to retain their crown at the Qatar Grand Prix.
Social media companies slam Australia’s under-16 ban
Social media companies slam Australia’s under-16 ban
SYDNEY: Social media giants hit out today (Nov 29) at a landmark Australian law banning them from signing up under-16s, describing it as a rush job littered with “many unanswered questions”.
Tens of thousands in Lebanon head home as Israel-Hezbollah truce takes hold
Tens of thousands in Lebanon head home as Israel-Hezbollah truce takes hold
BEIRUT: Tens of thousands of Lebanese displaced by the war between Israel and Hezbollah headed back to their devastated towns and villages yesterday (Nov 27) as a ceasefire took hold.