Messi eyes history as Argentina begins World Cup defense
June 16, 2026
Football superstar Lionel Messi will become the first man to play in six World Cups when he leads Argentina into the first round of the 2026 World Cup
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Nvidia clinches deals with South Korean giants including SK Group to advance AI boom
June 8, 2026
The agreements come during a high-profile trip by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to South Korea that began on June 5
Saving Siri: After 2 years of stumbles, is Apple’s AI moment here?
June 8, 2026
Analysts say Apple is still sitting on an AI gold mine in the form of the personal data that lives on every iPhone, but such data is locked down in the name of privacy and security
One person dead from Nipah virus in Bangladesh, WHO says
February 7, 2026
The case in Bangladesh, where Nipah cases are reported almost every year, follows two Nipah virus cases identified in neighbouring IndiaThe World Health Organization said on Friday that a woman had died in northern Bangladesh in January after contracti...
Russian drone strike on Ukrainian passenger train kills five
January 28, 2026
Attack in Kharkiv region was denounced as terrorism by Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who said it undermined ‘efforts to end the war’A Russian drone strike on a passenger train in north-eastern Ukraine has killed five people, prosecutors said, an attack denounce...
Myanmar junta holds second phase of election widely decried as a ‘sham exercise’
January 11, 2026
UN and many western countries as well as human rights groups say that in the absence of a meaningful opposition the election is neither free, fair nor credibleVoters in war-torn Myanmar queued up on Sunday to cast their ballots in the second stage of a...
Trump threatens Iran over protest deaths as unrest flares
January 2, 2026
This week's protests over soaring inflation have spread across Iran, with deadly confrontations between demonstrators and security forces focused in the western provinces of Lorestan and Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari
New York Mayor Mamdani vows to enact democratic socialist agenda
January 2, 2026
The 34-year-old campaigned heavily on cost-of-living issues and was sharply critical of Republican President Donald Trump, whose approval rating has fallen over the past year amid economic concerns
Weak turnout seen in Myanmar’s phased election, first since 2021 coup
December 28, 2025
(1st UPDATE) A date for the final election result has not been declared
Brigitte Bardot, icon of French cinema, dies at 91
December 28, 2025
Bardot's ability to subvert traditional gender roles made her not just a sex symbol, but a pop culture icon and a touchstone for shifting social attitudes
US Epstein files release highlights Clinton, makes scant reference to Trump
December 20, 2025
The absence of references to Trump is notable given that pictures and documents related to him have trickled out of previous Epstein releases for years
Oscar winner Zhao shows the Bard’s life and sorrows in ‘Hamnet’
September 8, 2025
The film is an adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's novel 'Hamnet,' acknowledging that the names Hamlet and Hamnet were interchangeable in Shakespeare's day
High stakes for high fashion: brands bet on luxury revival on the catwalk
September 8, 2025
The task traditionally is to introduce new styles that bring excitement to historic labels without diluting brand image — but here they also need to spark enough interest to win back inflation-weary shoppers who are no longer interested in splashing out on handbags
Double delight as Alcaraz reclaims US Open trophy, world No. 1 spot
September 8, 2025
Carlos Alcaraz returns to the top of the world rankings for the first time since 2023 as he beats great rival Jannik Sinner for the US Open crown
Sublime Alcaraz outshines Sinner to claim 2nd US Open title
September 8, 2025
In a perfect echo of the triumph that first propelled him to the world No. 1 spot in 2022, Carlos Alcaraz's US Open title takes him back to the top of the rankings as the 22-year-old Spaniard displaces Jannik Sinner and lifts his Grand Slam trophy haul to six
Osaka moves past Muchova to reach US Open semis; Swiatek out
September 4, 2025
Naomi Osaka, who returned last season after a lengthy maternity break, stretches her unbeaten run to book a semifinal clash versus Iga Swiatek-conqueror Amanda Anisimova
Venus Williams exits US Open in style after age-defying run
September 3, 2025
Venus Williams, 45, ends her women's doubles run in the US Open with Canadian partner Leylah Fernandez as they lose to Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend in the quarterfinals
Dancing dad Djokovic reaches US Open semifinals with win over Fritz
September 3, 2025
Novak Djokovic arranges a semis showdown against young hotshot Carlos Alcaraz, then celebrates with a ’Soda Pop’ dance from the Netflix hit ‘K-Pop Demon Hunters’
After buzz cut made headlines, Alcaraz’s game turning heads in New York
September 3, 2025
With Carlos Alcaraz’s profile now at a level where even a haircut makes the news, the 22-year-old Spaniard’s main rival, world No. 1 Jannik Sinner, acknowledges the "Alcaraz Effect"
Peak resurgence: Naomi Osaka sweeps Coco Gauff, reaches US Open quarters
September 2, 2025
After years of heartbreak and depression, former US Open champion Naomi Osaka reaches the tournament's quarterfinals for the first time in five years after a stunning sweep of 3rd-seed Coco Gauff
Ruthless Sinner routs Bublik to make US Open quarterfinals
September 2, 2025
US Open defending champion Jannik Sinner exacts revenge over Alexander Bublik, the only player to beat Sinner in 2025 not named Carlos Alcaraz, to reach the quarterfinal round
Wonder Williams: Serena coaches as Venus, Fernandez reach US Open quarters
September 2, 2025
Tennis icon Serena Williams shows up to support her sister and fellow sporting legend Venus amid her fairytale US Open doubles run with young Canadian star Leylah Fernandez
Naomi Osaka enjoys resurgence at US Open, faces Coco Gauff next
August 31, 2025
For the first time since her run to the 2021 Australian Open title, Naomi Osaka reaches the fourth round of a Grand Slam main draw, setting up a blockbuster clash with world No. 3 Coco Gauff
NBA veteran Jeremy Lin announces retirement
August 31, 2025
Jeremy Lin, whose NBA career took an unexpected turn following a sensational winning run with the Knicks dubbed 'Linsanity,' retires from professional basketball
Ostapenko apologizes for ‘no education’ comments to Townsend in US Open
August 31, 2025
Jelena Ostapenko says sorry for her 'no education' jab to Taylor Townsend at the US Open, explaining her problem was about the latter's match etiquette and she didn't know the right English words for her concern
Ailing back and all, Djokovic powers through to US Open 4th round
August 30, 2025
Tennis legend Novak Djokovic stays on the hunt for a record-extending 25th Grand Slam trophy after battling both the UK's Cameron Norrie and his own back issues to reach the US Open 4th round
Caitlin Clark rookie card sells for record price
July 27, 2025
Caitlin Clark's rookie card becomes the highest-selling women's sports trading card of all time
Pogacar nears 4th Tour de France title, keeps lead going to final stage
July 27, 2025
Defending champion Tadej Pogacar leads Jonas Vingegaard by over four minutes in the general classification heading into Stage 21 of the Tour de France
Max Verstappen starts new Red Bull era with Spa sprint win
July 26, 2025
Formula One champion Max Verstappen wins a 'cat and mouse' Belgian Grand Prix sprint, his first win after the dismissal of 20-year Red Bull CEO Christian Horner, while McLaren's Oscar Piastri goes second
Pacers confirm torn Achilles for star Tyrese Haliburton
June 24, 2025
The typical recovery time for a basketball player with a torn Achilles tendon ranges from 8 to 10 months
Trump brokered ceasefire agreement in contact with Israel, Iran, White House official says
June 24, 2025
(1st UPDATE) The official, providing details of the ceasefire on condition of anonymity, says Israel agreed to the ceasefire so long as Iran does not launch fresh attacks
Pacers, Thunder clash in Game 7 for NBA supremacy
June 22, 2025
The Pacers and the Thunder tangle in just the 20th NBA Finals Game 7 in league history and the first since the Cavaliers beat the Warriors on the road in 2016
UFC’s Dana White: Jon Jones retires, Tom Aspinall undisputed champ
June 22, 2025
Widely regarded as one of the greatest UFC fighters of all time, Jon Jones retires amid talks of a highly anticipated heavyweight unification bout with Tom Aspinall
Israeli cabinet delay approval of Gaza ceasefire deal, as strikes on enclave kill 77
January 17, 2025
Israel delays cabinet meeting to ratify ceasefire with Hamas amid ongoing airstrikes in Gaza, as international mediators work to resolve final disputes over prisoner exchanges.
Pope Francis using sling after injuring forearm in fall
January 16, 2025
Pope Francis suffers forearm injury after falling in his Santa Marta house, but continues his duties and downplays health concerns
Papal thriller ‘Conclave’ leads BAFTA nominations, music and horror fare well
January 16, 2025
‘Conclave' gets 12 nominations, including for Best Film, as music and horror movies earn nods in the BAFTA Film Awards
Spurs stars bring smile to JJ Redick’s kids after fire
January 14, 2025
After the Spurs’ big win, superstars Victor Wembanyama and Chris Paul gift their jerseys to the young sons of Lakers coach JJ Redick, who lost their NBA memorabilia collection after the Los Angeles wildfires burned down their family home
Pete Hegseth, Trump’s Pentagon nominee, comes under fire at Senate hearing
January 14, 2025
Controversial Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth faces tough questioning from Senate Democrats over character and past allegations during confirmation hearing