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As student protests shake US campuses, Biden mum
As student protests shake US campuses, Biden mum
UNITED STATES: What does Joe Biden have to say about the rowdy student protests against Israel’s war with Hamas in Gaza that have rocked American college campuses in recent weeks? Almost nothing.
Ex-Binance chief jailed for four months in US
Ex-Binance chief jailed for four months in US
UNITED STATES: The founder of cryptocurrency firm Binance was sentenced to four months in US prison on Tuesday (Apr 30) after pleading guilty to money laundering charges, in the most high-profile crypto case since Sam Bankman-Fried was jailed.
Former England cricketer Panesar to stand for election
Former England cricketer Panesar to stand for election
CRICKET: Former England cricketer Monty Panesar is to stand at the next UK general election for the fringe Workers Party of Britain.
Tesla wins key China security clearance during Musk visit
Tesla wins key China security clearance during Musk visit
BEIJING: Tesla received a key security clearance from China during Elon Musk’s whistlestop visit to the world’s biggest electric car market, which wrapped up yesterday (Apr 29).
Host Saudi tells global economic summit the world has failed Gaza
Host Saudi tells global economic summit the world has failed Gaza
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia said yesterday (Apr 28) the international community has failed Gaza and reiterated its call for a Palestinian state at a global economic summit attended by a host of mediators.
Arsenal survive Spurs fightback as Man City keep pace
Arsenal survive Spurs fightback as Man City keep pace
FOOTBALL: Manchester City kept the heat on Arsenal yesterday (Apr 28), seeing off a feisty challenge from Nottingham Forest after Mikel Arteta’s men held their nerve to beat Tottenham 3-2 and keep their grip on top spot in the Premier League.
Greece hands Olympic flame to 2024 Paris Games hosts
Greece hands Olympic flame to 2024 Paris Games hosts
OLYMPICS: Greece handed over the Olympic flame of the 2024 Games to Paris organisers last Friday (Apr 26) in a ceremony at the Athens marble stadium where the competition was revived nearly 130 years ago.
Louvre museum says Mona Lisa could get a room of her own
Louvre museum says Mona Lisa could get a room of her own
PARIS: The Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, the world’s most famous portrait, could get a room of its own in the Louvre, the museum’s president said yesterday (Apr 27).
Man City in title groove as Arsenal face Spurs test
Man City in title groove as Arsenal face Spurs test
FOOTBALL: Manchester City are in ominous form as the champions chase a fourth successive Premier League crown.
Russia targets Ukraine railways as Western aid due to arrive
Russia targets Ukraine railways as Western aid due to arrive
KYIV: Ukraine warned yesterday (Apr 26) that Moscow was ramping up attacks on railways in a bid to disrupt military supplies ahead of a fresh Russian offensive while Kyiv waits for new US weapon deliveries.
New York court overturns Harvey Weinstein sex crime conviction
New York court overturns Harvey Weinstein sex crime conviction
NEW YORK: New York’s highest court overturned disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 conviction on sex crime charges yesterday (Apr 25), a shock reversal in one of the defining cases of the #MeToo movement.
Liverpool’s title bid rocked by Everton, Man Utd survive Blades scare
Liverpool’s title bid rocked by Everton, Man Utd survive Blades scare
FOOTBALL: Liverpool’s Premier League title bid suffered a devastating blow in a 2-0 defeat at Merseyside rivals Everton, while Manchester United spared Erik ten Hag’s blushes with a 4-2 victory against lowly Sheffield United yesterday (Apr 24).
We’re full! Europe’s fight against overtourism
We’re full! Europe’s fight against overtourism
VENICE: European tourist hotspots like Amsterdam and Venice, which introduces new measures today (Apr 25), are on a crusade to deal with surging visitor numbers.
Ukraine pushes military-aged men to return home and fight
Ukraine pushes military-aged men to return home and fight
KYIV: Ukraine suspended consular services for men of fighting age living abroad yesterday (Apr 23), after announcing measures to bring them home amid manpower shortages in the army fighting Russia.
Five-star Arsenal thrash Chelsea to open up Premier League lead
Five-star Arsenal thrash Chelsea to open up Premier League lead
FOOTBALL: Kai Havertz and Ben White scored twice as Arsenal thrashed Chelsea 5-0 yesterday (Apr 23) to surge ahead in the Premier League title race and ramp up the pressure on Liverpool and Manchester City.
China says committed to ‘friendly’ talks on maritime disputes
China says committed to ‘friendly’ talks on maritime disputes
QINGDAO: A senior Chinese defence official said today (Apr 22) that Beijing sought to resolve maritime disputes through “friendly consultation”, speaking at the formal opening of a naval forum attended by top brass from the United States and Russia.
Liverpool keep title bid alive as Forest fume
Liverpool keep title bid alive as Forest fume
FOOTBALL: Liverpool got back on track after a miserable week as a 3-1 win at Fulham kept their Premier League title bid alive, while Nottingham Forest launched an astonishing rant at the officiating in their 2-0 defeat against Everton yesterday (Apr 21).
US fines SCG US$20mn for Iran sanctions violations
US fines SCG US$20mn for Iran sanctions violations
UNITED STATES: The United States fined a Thailand-based firm US$20 million (B735mn) on Friday (Apr 19) for more than 450 possible Iran sanctions violations ‒ a day after Washington slapped fresh sanctions on Iran following last weekend’s attack on Israel.
‘Back to business’ Arsenal grind out Wolves win to go top
‘Back to business’ Arsenal grind out Wolves win to go top
FOOTBALL: Arsenal shrugged off the disappointment of their Champions League exit to move back to the top of the Premier League with a 2-0 win at Wolves yesterday (Apr 20).
Arsenal, Liverpool fight to keep Premier League race alive
Arsenal, Liverpool fight to keep Premier League race alive
FOOTBALL: Arsenal have no time to dwell on their Champions League exit as they return to Premier League action this weekend with the chance to reclaim top spot.