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Rescuers scour rubble as Cambodia building collapse toll rises to 17
Rescuers scour rubble as Cambodia building collapse toll rises to 17
CAMBODIA: Rescue workers on Sunday (June 23) picked through the rubble of a collapsed Chinese-owned building in a Cambodian beach town in a desperate search for survivors, after the construction site accident killed at least 17 people.
Record-breaker Marta representing women after firing Brazil into World Cup knockouts
Record-breaker Marta representing women after firing Brazil into World Cup knockouts
FOOTBALL: Marta said she was representing women in football after becoming the leading scorer in the history of the men’s and women’s World Cups on Tuesday (June 18) by firing home the penalty that downed Italy and secured Brazil’s place in the last 16 of this year’s tournament in France.
With ‘Libra’, Facebook takes on the world of cryptocurrency
With ‘Libra’, Facebook takes on the world of cryptocurrency
UNITED STATES: Facebook unveiled plans Tuesday (June 18) for a new global cryptocurrency called Libra, pledging to bring a stable virtual money that lives on smartphones and brings the “unbanked” billions into the financial system.
Woodland denies Koepka with three-stroke US Open triumph
Woodland denies Koepka with three-stroke US Open triumph
GOLF: Gary Woodland won the 119th US Open on Sunday (June 16), capturing his first major title with a 13-under par total to deny two-time defending champion Brook Koepka’s bid for history at Pebble Beach.
Protesters control key roads after historic Hong Kong rally
Protesters control key roads after historic Hong Kong rally
HONG KONG: Holdout anti-government protesters remained in control of a major arterial road in Hong Kong today (June 17), a day after organisers said two million people flooded the streets in a historic rebuke of the city’s pro-Beijing leader.
Tensions surge as US accuses Iran of attacking tankers
Tensions surge as US accuses Iran of attacking tankers
WASHINGTON: The United States accused Iran of carrying out attacks that left two tankers ablaze in the Gulf of Oman on Thursday (June 13), escalating tensions across the region and sending world oil prices soaring.
Women’s World Cup holders USA demolish Thailand 13-0
Women’s World Cup holders USA demolish Thailand 13-0
FOOTBALL: Holders the United States began their defence of the women’s World Cup trophy in style on Tuesday (June 11) as Alex Morgan scored five times in an incredible, record-setting 13-0 destruction of hapless Thailand in Reims.
Ramos and Morata on the spot as Spain cruise past Sweden
Ramos and Morata on the spot as Spain cruise past Sweden
FOOTBALL: Sergio Ramos and Alvaro Morata both scored penalties as Spain beat Sweden 3-0 on Monday (June 10) to keep their perfect start to Euro 2020 qualifying intact.
Nadal hands Federer worst Slam loss for 11 years
Nadal hands Federer worst Slam loss for 11 years
TENNIS: Defending champion Rafael Nadal powered past Roger Federer in the French Open semi-finals on Friday, to move within one victory of a record-extending 12th Roland Garros title after handing his “biggest rival” his worst Grand Slam defeat in 11 years.
Women’s World Cup kicks off with interest at a new high
Women’s World Cup kicks off with interest at a new high
FOOTBALL: The women’s World Cup kicks off today (June 7) amid unprecedented attention as hosts France take on South Korea in Paris.
Real Madrid agree deal to sign Chelsea’s Hazard
Real Madrid agree deal to sign Chelsea’s Hazard
FOOTBALL: Real Madrid have agreed a blockbuster deal to sign Chelsea winger Eden Hazard for a fee of up to £130 million (B5.17 billion), according to British media reports on Thursday (June 6).
German killer nurse gets 15 years for 85 murders
German killer nurse gets 15 years for 85 murders
OLDENBURG: A German nurse believed to be the most prolific serial killer in the country’s post-war history was handed a life sentence today (June 6) for murdering 85 patients in his care.
‘Not here for decoration’: Transgender MPs make history in parliament
‘Not here for decoration’: Transgender MPs make history in parliament
BANGKOK: Smiling broadly, Tanwarin triumphantly cast her vote for prime minister as the first transgender MPs enter parliament in Thailand, where tolerance for the LGBT community is not matched by understanding or opportunity in public life.
Federer, Nadal to meet in French Open semi-final blockbuster
Federer, Nadal to meet in French Open semi-final blockbuster
TENNIS: Roger Federer set up a mouthwatering French Open semi-final clash with Rafael Nadal when he defeated Stan Wawrinka on Tuesday (June 4) in four sets to become the oldest men’s Grand Slam semi-finalist in 28 years.
Serbian prisoners and strays dogs give each other a second chance
Serbian prisoners and strays dogs give each other a second chance
SERBIA: Dusan and Cupko both lost their way in life before finding themselves behind bars in Serbia’s largest prison.
Pakistan bounce back to beat favourites England in World Cup
Pakistan bounce back to beat favourites England in World Cup
CRICKET: Pakistan shocked England by 14 runs at Trent Bridge on Monday (June 3) as they ended a long losing streak in one-day internationals despite two centuries for the World Cup host nation.
Apple leaves iTunes behind as it harmonizes software
Apple leaves iTunes behind as it harmonizes software
Apple yesterday (June 3) announced enhanced privacy features as it harmonized software across its lineup of devices, while dropping its groundbreaking iTunes store as it gears up for new kinds of digital content.
Strong headwind slows growth
Strong headwind slows growth
Major Thailand-based airlines have set modest goals for themselves by looking closer to home for a risk-limiting expansion, as the International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced a downgrade of its 2019 outlook for the global air transport industry and a decline on 2018 net post-tax profits.
Ruiz shocks Joshua to take three heavyweight world titles
Ruiz shocks Joshua to take three heavyweight world titles
Anthony Joshua’s bid to make a splash in his US debut ended in misery for the three belt heavyweight world champion with a stunning loss to underdog Andy Ruiz at Madison Square Garden on Saturday (Jun 1).
’It means so much’ - Liverpool beat Tottenham to win sixth European Cup
’It means so much’ - Liverpool beat Tottenham to win sixth European Cup
MADRID: Jurgen Klopp admitted his Liverpool team were overcome with emotion after beating Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 to win Saturday’s all-English Champions League final in Madrid and take the trophy for the sixth time in the club’s history.