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Trump slams ‘crazy’ Putin as Russia pummels Ukraine with massive drone attack
Trump slams ‘crazy’ Putin as Russia pummels Ukraine with massive drone attack
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump called his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin “crazy” yesterday (May 25) after Moscow launched a deadly barrage of drones against Ukraine, even as the warring countries completed a large-scale prisoner exchange.
Tour de France to pass through Paris’ historic Montmartre district
Tour de France to pass through Paris’ historic Montmartre district
CYCLING: The Tour de France will make three circuits of the historic Paris district of Montmartre on its last stage this year in what organisers said would add a competitive finale to the world’s greatest bike race.
Thai athlete, 105, unrivalled at World Masters Games
Thai athlete, 105, unrivalled at World Masters Games
ATHLETICS: Sawang Janpram is in a league of his own at the World Masters Games in Taiwan - at 105 he is the oldest competitor and the only person in his age group.
Verstappen heads 'home’ to face McLaren challenge
Verstappen heads 'home’ to face McLaren challenge
FORMULA ONE: Defending four-time champion Max Verstappen heads ‘home’ this weekend with renewed confidence in his car and team, but aware of the pitfalls ahead at this weekend’s 71st Monaco Grand Prix.
LGBTQ Thai ghost story wins prize at Cannes
LGBTQ Thai ghost story wins prize at Cannes
CANNES: Film director Ratchapoom Boonbunchachoke, who won a top prize at the Cannes Festival on Wednesday (May 21), recruited a major influencer for his off-the-wall gay comedy with a political punch.
One dead, 50,000 stranded in eastern Australia floods
One dead, 50,000 stranded in eastern Australia floods
SYDNEY: Torrential rain continued to lash eastern Australia today (May 22), swelling already engorged rivers, engulfing roads and leaving almost 50,000 people stranded.
Spurs edge Man Utd to win Europa League and end trophy drought
Spurs edge Man Utd to win Europa League and end trophy drought
FOOTBALL: Brennan Johnson’s scrambled goal ended a 17-year Tottenham trophy drought with a battling 1-0 win over Manchester United in the Europa League final yesterday (May 21).
‘Kyiv should be ours’: Russians cheer Putin-Trump call
‘Kyiv should be ours’: Russians cheer Putin-Trump call
MOSCOW: A day after Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump spoke by phone on Ukraine, showering each other with compliments, Russian homemaker Anastasia had one wish: for Moscow to finish what it started in 2022.
Verstappen ‘incredibly proud’ after Imola masterclass
Verstappen ‘incredibly proud’ after Imola masterclass
FORMULA ONE: Max Verstappen said he felt great pride yesterday (May 18) after he upset forecasts of a dominant McLaren triumph with a reminder of his and Red Bull’s pace and race-craft at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.
Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer
Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer
WASHINGTON: Former US president Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an “aggressive” form of prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, and is reviewing treatment options, his office said yesterday (May 18).
Masters champion McIlroy to headline Australian Open
Masters champion McIlroy to headline Australian Open
GOLF: Masters champion Rory McIlroy will play in the Australian Open for the next two years, the world number two said Wednesday (May 14), ending a long absence from the tournament.
Palace stun Man City to win FA Cup for first time
Palace stun Man City to win FA Cup for first time
FOOTBALL: Crystal Palace stunned Manchester City yesterday (May 17) to win the FA Cup for the first time as Eberechi Eze sealed a 1-0 victory that piled on the misery for Pep Guardiola’s troubled side.
Crystal Palace go for glory as Man City seek salvation in FA Cup final
Crystal Palace go for glory as Man City seek salvation in FA Cup final
FOOTBALL: History beckons for Crystal Palace at Wembley in today’s (May 17) FA Cup final as Manchester City have one final shot at avoiding a rare trophyless season under Pep Guardiola.
Premier League top-five hopefuls battle for Champions League riches
Premier League top-five hopefuls battle for Champions League riches
FOOTBALL: The Premier League race is over and relegation is decided - but the battle for Champions League qualification remains wide open with just two rounds to go.
Ukraine peace talks: What are Kyiv and Moscow’s positions?
Ukraine peace talks: What are Kyiv and Moscow’s positions?
ISTANBUL: Delegations from Kyiv and Moscow are set to hold their first direct talks on the possibility of ending the war in Ukraine for more than three years.
Cambodia, China begin largest-ever military drills
Cambodia, China begin largest-ever military drills
PHNOM PENH: Cambodia and China began their largest-ever joint military exercises today (May 14), involving advanced Chinese military hardware including artillery, warships and robot battle dogs.
UN aviation agency finds Russia responsible for 2014 downing of airliner over Ukraine
UN aviation agency finds Russia responsible for 2014 downing of airliner over Ukraine
MONTREAL: The United Nations aviation agency said yesterday (May 12) that Russia was responsible for the downing of a Malaysia Airlines jetliner over Ukraine in 2014, leading to the deaths of 298 people.
Zelensky offers to meet Putin in Turkey ‘personally’
Zelensky offers to meet Putin in Turkey ‘personally’
KYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said yesterday (May 11) he would be willing to meet Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Turkey “personally”, after Donald Trump said direct talks were needed to determine whether peace was possible.
Jeeno keeps cool to win LPGA’s Americas Open
Jeeno keeps cool to win LPGA’s Americas Open
GOLF: Thailand’s Jeeno Thitikul collected her fifth LPGA Tour title with victory at the Americas Open at Liberty National yesterday (May 11).
Newcastle face Chelsea in top five showdown, Alexander-Arnold in spotlight
Newcastle face Chelsea in top five showdown, Alexander-Arnold in spotlight
FOOTBALL: Newcastle and Chelsea meet in a crucial clash in the race to qualify for the Champions League tomorrow (May 11) while Trent Alexander-Arnold’s reception from Liverpool fans will be closely watched after his decision to quit the Premier League champions.