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‘Thai Messi’ Chanathip making own name in Japan
‘Thai Messi’ Chanathip making own name in Japan
FOOTBALL: He is known as the “Thai Messi” and grew up idolising Diego Maradona - now Chanathip Songkrasin is making his own name after joining one of Asia’s top clubs.
UK to send asylum-seekers to Rwanda
UK to send asylum-seekers to Rwanda
LONDON: Britain will send migrants and asylum-seekers who cross the Channel thousands of miles away to Rwanda under a controversial deal announced yesterday (Apr 14) as the government tries to clamp down on record numbers of people making the perilous journey.
New rule on royal pardon put in place
New rule on royal pardon put in place
BANGKOK: A new rule will make it harder for prisoners to seek a reduction of their jail terms through royal pardons, according to the Corrections Department.
Fleeing war, Ukraine’s orphans face trafficking threat
Fleeing war, Ukraine’s orphans face trafficking threat
KYIV: Left in care homes and now threatened by war, thousands of already vulnerable Ukrainian refugees are at risk of being trafficked as they are uprooted by fighting across the country.
Man City see off Atletico in fiery clash to reach semi-finals
Man City see off Atletico in fiery clash to reach semi-finals
FOOTBALL: Manchester City secured the goalless draw they needed to edge out Atletico Madrid and advance to the Champions League semi-finals yesterday (Apr 13) but the match was marred by a mass brawl late in the game that continued to rage in the tunnel after full-time.
Manhunt after 10 shot in Brooklyn subway attack
Manhunt after 10 shot in Brooklyn subway attack
NEW YORK: A massive manhunt was underway yesterday (Apr 12) in New York for a man who shot 10 people on a packed subway train, donning a gas mask before setting off two smoke bombs and opening fire on terrified commuters.
Biden accuses Putin’s forces of ‘genocide’ in Ukraine
Biden accuses Putin’s forces of ‘genocide’ in Ukraine
WASHINGTON: President Joe Biden for the first time yesterday (Apr 12) accused Vladimir Putin’s forces of committing genocide in Ukraine, where Russia was intensifying its campaign to subdue the devastated port city of Mariupol.
US orders non-essential staff to leave Shanghai as virus surges
US orders non-essential staff to leave Shanghai as virus surges
SHANGHAI: The United States announced today (Apr 12) it had ordered all non-essential employees at its Shanghai consulate to leave, while voicing concerns for the safety of Americans in China as the government enforces hard lockdowns to contain COVID-19.
Man City and Liverpool seek perfection in push for glory
Man City and Liverpool seek perfection in push for glory
FOOTBALL: Pep Guardiola is demanding perfection from his Manchester City side to keep Liverpool at bay after a pulsating match between the Premier League title challengers finished all square.
Ukraine says 1,200 bodies found near Kyiv as east braces for onslaught
Ukraine says 1,200 bodies found near Kyiv as east braces for onslaught
KYIV: Ukraine said yesterday (Apr 10) it had found more than 1,200 bodies in the Kyiv region, the scene of atrocities allegedly committed by Russian troops, as residents in the country’s east braced - or fled - ahead of an expected massive offensive.
Scheffler wins first major at Masters after Tiger’s return
Scheffler wins first major at Masters after Tiger’s return
GOLF: Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler captured his first major title yesterday (Apr 10) by winning the Masters in dominating fashion, holding firm down the stretch to seize the green jacket after Tiger Woods completed his comeback from severe leg injuries.
Dutch teen killed in Malaysia diving accident
Dutch teen killed in Malaysia diving accident
MALAYSIA: A Dutch teenager was killed when a group he was diving with off Malaysia’s coast went missing, officials said Saturday (Apr 9) following the dramatic rescue of his father and two others.
Civilians flee east Ukraine as Kyiv readies for ‘big battles’
Civilians flee east Ukraine as Kyiv readies for ‘big battles’
UKRAINE: Ukraine is preparing for “big battles” against Moscow’s forces in the east of the country, officials in Kyiv said, as thousands of civilians flee in fear of an imminent Russian offensive.
Spurs tighten grip on top-four spot as Arsenal, Man Utd lose
Spurs tighten grip on top-four spot as Arsenal, Man Utd lose
FOOTBALL: Tottenham thumped Aston Villa 4-0 on Saturday (Apr 9) to tighten their grip on fourth spot in the Premier League after Manchester United and Arsenal both slipped up.
52 dead in station bombing as civilians flee eastern Ukraine
52 dead in station bombing as civilians flee eastern Ukraine
KAMATORSK, Ukraine: A missile strike on a train station in eastern Ukraine killed dozens on Friday (Apr 9), as civilians raced to evacuate, fearing a looming Russian offensive in the region.
Tiger battles back to stay in chase at the Masters
Tiger battles back to stay in chase at the Masters
GOLF: Tiger Woods faltered early but battled back to keep his comeback from severe leg injuries alive amid gusting winds that wreaked havoc in yesterday’s (Apr 8) second round of the Masters.
Liverpool and Man City brace for Etihad showdown
Liverpool and Man City brace for Etihad showdown
FOOTBALL: Jurgen Klopp says he is preparing to face “the best team in the world” when Liverpool and Manchester City lock horns in a fixture that could decide the destination of the Premier League title.
South Korea’s Im soars to Masters lead
South Korea’s Im soars to Masters lead
GOLF: A little practice with his driver and some inspiration from his father buoyed South Korean Im Sung-jae as he seized the first-round lead at the Masters yesterday (Apr 7).
Russia kicked off UN rights council over Ukraine abuses
Russia kicked off UN rights council over Ukraine abuses
NEW YORK: The United Nations suspended Russia from the Human Rights Council yesterday (Apr 7), as US President Joe Biden called the atrocities continuing to emerge in Ukraine an “outrage” to humanity.
Woods defies the odds in quest for sixth Masters title
Woods defies the odds in quest for sixth Masters title
GOLF: Tiger Woods is poised to launch his boldest Masters bid yet later today (Apr 7), a quarter-century after his 12-shot triumph at Augusta National heralded a new era in golf.