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Trump announces ceasefire between Iran and Israel
Trump announces ceasefire between Iran and Israel
TEHRAN: US President Donald Trump announced yesterday (June 23) that Iran and Israel had agreed to a staggered ceasefire that would bring about an “official end” to their conflict, as strikes continued to hammer Tehran overnight.
Taiwan pursues homegrown Chinese spies as Beijing’s influence grows
Taiwan pursues homegrown Chinese spies as Beijing’s influence grows
TAIPEI: Taiwan is vetting hundreds of thousands of military service members, public school teachers and civil servants in a bid to root out potential homegrown Chinese sympathisers, as Beijing intensifies espionage on the island.
New Zealand coroner raises alarm over ‘perilous’ collision sport
New Zealand coroner raises alarm over ‘perilous’ collision sport
RUNIT: A New Zealand coroner has condemned a “perilous” rugby-inspired sport in which competitors sprint and crash into each other without protective gear.
Australian trial says tech for social media teen ban can work
Australian trial says tech for social media teen ban can work
SYDNEY: Australia’s world-leading ban on under-16s joining social media sites cleared a big hurdle today (June 20) as a trial found digital age checks can work “robustly and effectively”.
Blockbuster opening weekend for Premier League return
Blockbuster opening weekend for Premier League return
FOOTBALL: Liverpool will kick off their Premier League title defence at home to Bournemouth on Friday, Aug 15 while Arsenal head to Manchester United in a blockbuster clash on the opening weekend.
Queensland hold off NSW to force State of Origin decider
Queensland hold off NSW to force State of Origin decider
RUGBY: A rejuvenated Queensland forced a decider in the best-of-three State of Origin rugby league series yesterday (June 18), after a 26-24 upset over New South Wales in wet conditions.
Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi marks 80th birthday in junta jail
Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi marks 80th birthday in junta jail
YANGON: Myanmar’s deposed democratic leader Aung San Suu Kyi marked her 80th birthday in junta detention today (June 19), serving a raft of sentences set to last the rest of her life.
G7 rallies behind Ukraine after abrupt Trump exit
G7 rallies behind Ukraine after abrupt Trump exit
KANANASKIS: Group of Seven powers, holding talks yesterday (June 17) at a summit that Donald Trump left early, promised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky fresh support as Russia stepped up attacks on its neighbour.
Netanyahu says ‘changing face of Middle East’ as Israel, Iran trade blows
Netanyahu says ‘changing face of Middle East’ as Israel, Iran trade blows
TEHRAN: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insisted yesterday (June 16) that Israel’s campaign against Iran was “changing the face of the Middle East”, as the two countries traded heavy strikes for a fourth day.
Cambodia threatens to ban Thai fruit and veg over border row
Cambodia threatens to ban Thai fruit and veg over border row
PHNOM PENH: Cambodia’s influential former leader Hun Sen issued an ultimatum to Thailand today (June 16) to lift border crossing restrictions or his country will ban all Thai fruit and vegetable imports in the latest round of the border spat between the two countries.
Russell triumphs in Canada as McLaren drivers crash
Russell triumphs in Canada as McLaren drivers crash
FORMULA ONE: George Russell secured Mercedes’ first win of the season in the Canadian Grand Prix yesterday (June 15) as McLaren’s championship-chasing drivers crashed in the final laps of an intriguing and hectic race.
The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson leaves a lasting legacy
The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson leaves a lasting legacy
NEW YORK: The family of Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys co-founder who masterminded the group’s wild popularity and soundtracked the California dream, announced his death at the age of 82 on Wednesday (June 11).
Is the Club World Cup a step too far?
Is the Club World Cup a step too far?
FOOTBALL: FIFA’s expanded Club World Cup which gets underway in the United States today (June 14) is a controversial addition to the global football calendar and one that could have a far-reaching impact on the sport in the years to come.
Verstappen seeks record fourth Canada win
Verstappen seeks record fourth Canada win
FORMULA ONE: Max Verstappen will be seeking a record fourth consecutive Canadian Grand Prix triumph this weekend and a trouble-free race that helps him banish the threat of a suspension following his “rash” moment in Spain.
At least 265 dead in India plane crash, one passenger survives
At least 265 dead in India plane crash, one passenger survives
AHMEDABAD: A London-bound passenger jet crashed in a residential area in the Indian city of Ahmedabad yesterday (June 12), killing at least 265 people on board and on the ground - but one passenger has miraculously survived.
Harvey Weinstein found guilty of sexual assault
Harvey Weinstein found guilty of sexual assault
NEW YORK: Disgraced Hollywood titan Harvey Weinstein was found guilty of one sexual assault at his retrial yesterday (June 11) and not guilty of another, with jurors still considering a rape charge after hearing graphic testimony from his alleged victims.
Protests spread across US despite Trump threats
Protests spread across US despite Trump threats
LOS ANGELES: Protests over hardline immigration tactics ignited across the United States yesterday (June 11) after days of demonstrations in Los Angeles, as California prepared for a legal showdown with the White House over Donald Trump’s deployment of the military.
Qantas to close Jetstar Asia
Qantas to close Jetstar Asia
SYDNEY: Australian airline Qantas said Wednesday (June 11) it will close its loss-making budget carrier Jetstar Asia, axing 500 Singapore-based jobs.
Trump deploys Marines as tensions rise over L.A. protests
Trump deploys Marines as tensions rise over L.A. protests
LOS ANGELES: President Donald Trump ordered active-duty US Marines and 2,000 more National Guard troops into Los Angeles yesterday (June 9), vowing those protesting immigration arrests would be “hit harder” than ever.
Israel diverts Gaza-bound aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg
Israel diverts Gaza-bound aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg
JERUSALEM: Israel intercepted a Gaza-bound aid boat this morning (June 9), preventing the activists onboard, including Swedish campaigner Greta Thunberg, from reaching the blockaded Palestinian territory.