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Trump says only ‘consequential’ presidents get shot at
Trump says only ‘consequential’ presidents get shot at
FLINT: Donald Trump resumed campaigning yesterday (Sept 17) for the first time since a second apparent attempt on his life, boasting “only consequential presidents get shot at” while praising Kamala Harris for making a phone call to check on him.
Hamas chief says ready for ‘long war’ in Gaza
Hamas chief says ready for ‘long war’ in Gaza
PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES: Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar said yesterday (Sept 16) the Palestinian group had the resources to sustain its fight against Israel, with support from Iran-backed regional allies, nearly a year into the Gaza war.
Trump safe and unharmed after apparent assassination attempt
Trump safe and unharmed after apparent assassination attempt
FLORIDA: Donald Trump was the target of an apparent assassination attempt in Florida yesterday (Sept 15), the FBI said, with the Republican presidential candidate’s campaign and law enforcement reporting he was safe and unharmed.
Arteta salutes depleted Arsenal's ‘ugly’ win over arch rivals Spurs
Arteta salutes depleted Arsenal's ‘ugly’ win over arch rivals Spurs
FOOTBALL: Mikel Arteta saluted Arsenal’s hunger as the gritty Gunners ignored the absence of Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard to clinch an “ugly” 1-0 win at bitter rivals Tottenham yesterday (Sept 15).
Thousands in France protest ‘rape culture’
Thousands in France protest ‘rape culture’
FRANCE: Thousands took to the streets across French cities on Saturday (Sept 14) to demand an end to rape and support the main plaintiff in a mass sexual assault trial that has shocked the country.
Liverpool stunned by Forest, Haaland hits two more in Man City win
Liverpool stunned by Forest, Haaland hits two more in Man City win
FOOTBALL: Liverpool’s perfect start under Arne Slot came to a stunning end as Nottingham Forest won 1-0 at Anfield yesterday (Sept 14), while Erling Haaland’s double sent Manchester City three points clear at the top of the Premier League in a 2-1 win over Brentford.
Arsenal depleted for Spurs trip, Ten Hag under scrutiny at Saints
Arsenal depleted for Spurs trip, Ten Hag under scrutiny at Saints
FOOTBALL: An under-strength Arsenal face a huge test of their Premier League title credentials at rivals Tottenham, while Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag desperately needs a response from his side at Southampton this weekend as the English top-flight returns from an international break this weekend.
Myanmar battles Yagi floods as Vietnam begins clear-up
Myanmar battles Yagi floods as Vietnam begins clear-up
PYINMANA: Hundreds of villagers in Myanmar waded or swam through chin-high waters, fleeing severe floods around remote capital Naypyidaw today (Sept 13), as Vietnam began clearing up after Typhoon Yagi.
Verstappen, Red Bull seek to bounce back in Baku
Verstappen, Red Bull seek to bounce back in Baku
FORMULA ONE: After a run of six races without a win that has coincided with the revival of his rivals, the Dutchman arrives in Baku with a 62-point lead in the drivers’ championship ahead of Lando Norris.
US, UK promise quick review on Ukraine military asks, ramp up aid
US, UK promise quick review on Ukraine military asks, ramp up aid
KYIV: The United States and Britain yesterday (Sept 11) promised a swift review of Ukraine’s requests to ease restrictions on attacking inside Russia as they promised US$1.5 billion in new aid ahead of a potentially difficult winter.
Trump, Harris clash in fiery presidential debate
Trump, Harris clash in fiery presidential debate
PHILADELPHIA: Kamala Harris savaged Donald Trump as “extreme” and the friend of dictators, while the Republican branded her a “Marxist” in a bitter televised debate yesterday (Sept 10) that poured fuel on an already explosive US presidential election.
Australia plans age limit to ban children from social media
Australia plans age limit to ban children from social media
SYDNEY: Australia will ban children from using social media with a minimum age limit as high as 16, the prime minister said today (Sept 10), vowing to get kids off their devices and “onto the footy fields”.
Orient Express eliminated in America’s Cup qualifying
Orient Express eliminated in America’s Cup qualifying
SAILING: French boat Orient Express became the first America’s Cup challenger eliminated from the Louis Vuitton Cup as they lost their last race in the round-robin phase to Ineos Britannia yesterday (Sept 9).
Paris Paralympics close with a party after ‘historic summer’
Paris Paralympics close with a party after ‘historic summer’
PARALYMPICS: The Paralympics closed yesterday (Sept 8) with a giant music-fuelled party as chief Paris 2024 organiser Tony Estanguet said the Games and the Olympics had created a “historic summer”.
The end of Olympic escapism for gloomy France
The end of Olympic escapism for gloomy France
PARIS: The end of the widely hailed Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris this weekend will be greeted with pride and relief, as well as trepidation in a country in the throes of a deep political crisis.
New York judge delays Trump sentencing until after US election
New York judge delays Trump sentencing until after US election
NEW YORK: Sentencing for Donald Trump in his New York hush money trial was delayed yesterday (Sept 6) until after November’s election, a win for the Republican as he battles Kamala Harris in the knife-edge White House race.
Father charged along with son, 14, in US school shooting
Father charged along with son, 14, in US school shooting
WASHINGTON: A 14-year-old boy was charged with shooting four people dead at a US high school, while his father was charged with manslaughter, authorities said yesterday (Sept 5), after the country’s latest outburst of gun violence.
China’s Xi says ready to deepen infrastructure, trade ties with Africa
China’s Xi says ready to deepen infrastructure, trade ties with Africa
BEIJING: Chinese leader Xi Jinping told African leaders today (Sept 5) that he would deepen cooperation in infrastructure and trade with the continent as he addressed Beijing’s biggest summit in years.
Pope’s gruelling tour gets into full swing in Indonesia
Pope’s gruelling tour gets into full swing in Indonesia
JAKARTA: Pope Francis was set to meet Indonesia’s president today (Sept 4) after the 87-year-old appeared in good health and strong spirits when he arrived in the Muslim-majority nation to launch a gruelling tour of the Asia-Pacific.
Liverpool rout woeful Man Utd, Chelsea held by Palace
Liverpool rout woeful Man Utd, Chelsea held by Palace
FOOTBALL: Luis Diaz starred as Liverpool routed arch rivals Manchester United 3-0 to extend their perfect start under new boss Arne Slot, while Chelsea suffered fresh frustration in a 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace yesterday (Sept 1).