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Alleged Lockerbie bombmaker in US custody
Alleged Lockerbie bombmaker in US custody
UNITED DSTATES: A Libyan man accused of making the bomb that destroyed a Pan Am flight over Scotland in 1988, killing 270 people, has been taken into US custody, the US Justice Department confirmed Sunday (Dec 11).
France, Morocco advance to Qatar semifinals
France, Morocco advance to Qatar semifinals
FOOTBALL: Olivier Giroud continued his magnificent World Cup by scoring France’s late winner in their quarter-final against England on Saturday (Dec 10) while Morocco defeated Portugal to become the first African country ever to reach the last four at Coupe du Monde.
Croatia to meet Argentina after knocking out rivals on penalties
Croatia to meet Argentina after knocking out rivals on penalties
FOOTBALL: Croatia stunned Brazil to reach the World Cup semi-finals through penalties, while Argentina brushed aside Netherlands in another dramatic penalty shootout on Friday (Dec 9).
US basketball star Griner freed in swap for Russian arms dealer
US basketball star Griner freed in swap for Russian arms dealer
WASHINGTON: American basketball star Brittney Griner was released from a Russian prison yesterday (Dec 8) in a swap for an arms dealer known as the “Merchant of Death” after what President Joe Biden called “painstaking and intense” negotiations.
Germany foils bizarre coup plot by far-right group
Germany foils bizarre coup plot by far-right group
FRANKFURT: A prince, an ex-MP and former soldiers were arrested yesterday (Dec 7) in raids led by the German police against members of a far-right “terror group” that allegedly planned to attack parliament and overthrow the government.
China announces nationwide loosening of COVID restrictions
China announces nationwide loosening of COVID restrictions
BEIJING: China announced today (Dec 7) a nationwide loosening of COVID restrictions following protests against the hardline strategy that grew into calls for greater political freedoms.
Ruthless England sack Jones nine months from Rugby World Cup
Ruthless England sack Jones nine months from Rugby World Cup
RUGBY: England were left looking for a new head coach nine months out from next year’s World Cup after the Rugby Football Union announced yesterday (Dec 6) that Eddie Jones had been sacked.
World Cup win makes Morocco the ‘pride’ of Arab fans
World Cup win makes Morocco the ‘pride’ of Arab fans
FOOTBALL: Thousands of Morocco fans descended on the streets of Doha to celebrate their country becoming the first Arab nation to reach the World Cup quarter-finals yesterday (Dec 6).
Russia says oil price cap will not stop Ukraine offensive
Russia says oil price cap will not stop Ukraine offensive
MOSCOW: Russia shrugged off a Western-imposed price cap on its oil exports yesterday (Dec 5), warning that it would not disrupt its military campaign in Ukraine.
Brazil thrill to earn World Cup quarter-final against Croatia
Brazil thrill to earn World Cup quarter-final against Croatia
FOOTBALL: Brazil hit top gear with Neymar back in the line-up to brush aside South Korea 4-1 yesterday (Dec 5) and ease into the quarter-finals of the World Cup where they will face Croatia.
France into quarters as England romp past Senegal
France into quarters as England romp past Senegal
FOOTBALL: A brilliant double from Kylian Mbappe fired France into the World Cup quarter-finals yesterday (Dec 4) as England romped past Senegal to set up a mouthwatering last-eight showdown with Les Bleus.
France, England in World Cup spotlight after Messi helps Argentina into last eight
France, England in World Cup spotlight after Messi helps Argentina into last eight
FOOTBALL: France’s bid to retain the World Cup continues against Poland today (Dec 4), while England’s pursuit of a first major trophy in 56 years will be tested by African champions Senegal.
Fury forecasts ‘biggest year of career’ after defeating Chisora
Fury forecasts ‘biggest year of career’ after defeating Chisora
BOXING: Tyson Fury said 2023 would be "the “biggest year of my career” as the Briton looks to unify boxing’s fractured heavyweight division.
COVID forces cancellation of Chinese Grand Prix for fourth successive year
COVID forces cancellation of Chinese Grand Prix for fourth successive year
FORMULA ONE: F1 chiefs cancelled the China Grand Prix for a fourth straight year yesterday (Dec 2), citing continuing problems related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
South Korea snatch last-16 place, Swiss edge fiery World Cup clash
South Korea snatch last-16 place, Swiss edge fiery World Cup clash
FOOTBALL: Last-gasp South Korea reached the World Cup knockout phase in dramatic fashion yesterday (Dec 2) to set up a last-16 match against mighty Brazil as Switzerland edged a bad-tempered encounter with Serbia to progress.
Up to 13,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed since Russian invasion: Zelensky aide
Up to 13,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed since Russian invasion: Zelensky aide
KYIV: As many as 13,000 Ukrainian troops have been killed since Russia’s invasion in February, a senior adviser to President Volodymyr Zelensky has said.
Germany dumped out of World Cup as Japan stun Spain
Germany dumped out of World Cup as Japan stun Spain
FOOTBALL: Germany suffered a second straight group-stage exit at the World Cup yesterday (Dec 1) as Japan stunned Spain 2-1, a result which sent both teams through to the last 16.
China signals zero-COVID relaxation after protests
China signals zero-COVID relaxation after protests
BEIJING: China’s top COVID official has signalled a possible relaxing of the country’s strict zero-tolerance approach to the virus after nationwide protests calling for an end to lockdowns and greater political freedom.
Argentina, Australia advance to World Cup last 16
Argentina, Australia advance to World Cup last 16
FOOTBALL: Lionel Messi’s Argentina booked their place in the last 16 of the World Cup yesterday (Nov 30) with a 2-0 victory over Poland as Australia reached the knockout rounds for just the second time in their history.
France edge ahead as Autumn thrillers augur well for World Cup
France edge ahead as Autumn thrillers augur well for World Cup
RUGBY: Tournament hosts France head into next year’s Rugby World Cup as favourites but an enthralling series of Autumn internationals suggests the 2023 edition could be the most competitive yet.