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Nearly two years into war, is Russia’s economy out of the woods?
Nearly two years into war, is Russia’s economy out of the woods?
MOSCOW: As he prepares to run for re-election in 2024, is President Vladimir Putin right to claim the worst is over for the Russian economy?
Spanish ace Rahm confirms jump to LIV Golf
Spanish ace Rahm confirms jump to LIV Golf
GOLF: Reigning Masters champion Jon Rahm has confirmed he is joining LIV Golf in a deal reportedly worth hundreds of millions of dollars, sealing a stunning coup for the Saudi Arabia-backed circuit.
Hong Kong ‘patriots only’ elections see lowest-ever turnout
Hong Kong ‘patriots only’ elections see lowest-ever turnout
HONG KONG: The first “patriots only” district council elections in Hong Kong saw a turnout of 27.5%, the government said today (Dec 11), a record-low number for a race that had shut out all opposition candidates.
Man City end winless run as Chelsea crash at Everton
Man City end winless run as Chelsea crash at Everton
FOOTBALL: Manchester City survived a scare at Luton yesterday (Dec 10) to end their four-match winless run in the Premier League with a 2-1 victory, while Chelsea’s problems mounted with a 2-0 defeat at Everton.
Villa beat Arsenal to spark unlikely title bid
Villa beat Arsenal to spark unlikely title bid
FOOTBALL: Aston Villa closed to within two points of the top of the Premier League as John McGinn’s goal beat title rivals Arsenal 1-0 yesterday (Dec 9).
US vetoes Security Council resolution calling for Gaza ceasefire
US vetoes Security Council resolution calling for Gaza ceasefire
UNITED NATIONS (United States): The United States on Friday (Dec 8) vetoed a UN Security Council resolution that would have called for an immediate ceasefire in the intense fighting between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.
Arsenal primed for Emery reunion as Man City fight to end slump
Arsenal primed for Emery reunion as Man City fight to end slump
FOOTBALL: Arsenal’s grip on the Premier League’s top spot will be under threat from their old boss Unai Emery when the leaders travel to surging Aston Villa today (Dec 9).
Former US cop jailed for more than 11 years over Jan 6 riot
Former US cop jailed for more than 11 years over Jan 6 riot
WASHINGTON: A retired US police chief was sentenced in Washington yesterday (Dec 7) to more than 11 years in prison over his participation in the Jan 6, 2021 assault on the US Capitol.
Relentless Villa beat stuttering Man City, Liverpool win
Relentless Villa beat stuttering Man City, Liverpool win
FOOTBALL: Aston Villa beat champions Manchester City yesterday (Dec 6) to extend their remarkable winning run at home as Liverpool closed to within two points of leaders Arsenal with victory at Sheffield United.
Three killed in Las Vegas university shooting
Three killed in Las Vegas university shooting
LAS VEGAS: Three people were killed and another critically injured in a shooting at a Las Vegas university yesterday (Dec 6), police said, with the suspect also dead.
Rice caps Arsenal fightback in seven-goal thriller at Luton
Rice caps Arsenal fightback in seven-goal thriller at Luton
FOOTBALL: Arsenal moved five points clear at the top of the Premier League after Declan Rice’s last-gasp goal capped the leaders’ thrilling fightback in their 4-3 win against Luton yesterday (Dec 5).
Tokyo police arrest taxi driver after running over pigeon
Tokyo police arrest taxi driver after running over pigeon
TOKYO: A Tokyo taxi driver was arrested for deliberately driving into a flock of pigeons and killing one, police said yesterday (Dec 5), reportedly because he was angry that the birds were on the road.
White House warns Putin could win if Ukraine aid dries up
White House warns Putin could win if Ukraine aid dries up
WASHINGTON: The White House issued a dire warning yesterday (Dec 4) that US aid for Ukraine will run out by the end of the year, adding that Russian President Vladimir Putin could win the war if Congress fails to agree fresh funding.
Ukraine accuses Russia of killing surrendering soldiers
Ukraine accuses Russia of killing surrendering soldiers
KYIV: Ukraine launched an enquiry yesterday (Dec 3) into what it said was an “execution” by Russia forces of two unarmed Ukrainian soldiers who had signalled their intention to surrender.
Spurs snatch point at Man City after Liverpool drama
Spurs snatch point at Man City after Liverpool drama
FOOTBALL: Tottenham’s Dejan Kulusevski headed a dramatic late equaliser in a six-goal thriller at Manchester City yesterday (Dec 3) after Liverpool staged a sensational comeback on a breathless afternoon in the Premier League.
Italy and Spain to meet in Euro 2024 group stage, England handed kind draw
Italy and Spain to meet in Euro 2024 group stage, England handed kind draw
FOOTBALL: Reigning champions Italy were placed in the same group as Spain in Saturday’s (Dec 2) draw for Euro 2024, while France will come up against the Netherlands and England avoided any of the toughest opponents.
Three killed in bomb attack on Catholic mass in Philippines
Three killed in bomb attack on Catholic mass in Philippines
MARAWI: At least three people were killed and dozens wounded in a bomb attack on a Catholic mass in the insurgency-plagued southern Philippines today (Dec 3), with President Ferdinand Marcos blaming “foreign terrorists”.
Newcastle inflict more misery on Man Utd, Arsenal extend Premier League lead
Newcastle inflict more misery on Man Utd, Arsenal extend Premier League lead
FOOTBALL: Newcastle inflicted a sixth Premier League defeat of the season on Manchester United as Arsenal beat Wolves 2-1 yesterday (Dec 2) to extend their lead at the top to four points.
George Floyd killer ‘stabbed 22 times’ in US prison
George Floyd killer ‘stabbed 22 times’ in US prison
LOS ANGELES: A fellow inmate stabbed disgraced former police officer Derek Chauvin more than 20 times with a shiv, US prosecutors said yesterday (Dec 1) as they announced charges of attempted murder.
Arsenal plot long stay at Premier League summit
Arsenal plot long stay at Premier League summit
FOOTBALL: Arsenal are back on top of the Premier League with ambitions to stay there as they host Wolves this weekend while champions Manchester City play faltering Tottenham.