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Chinese hegemony
Life, Kong Rithdee, Published on 01/01/2016
» A gloomy assassin prowls the breathtaking fields of the Tang-era kingdom, while China's awkward march to become a 21st century world power stirs the emotional core of its people. The two Chinese-language films — Mountains May Depart from the mainland, The Assassin from Taiwan — let us savour two distinct sensibilities in the main competition as the world's largest movie showcase rounds its last bend. The awards will be announced on Sunday night, and the two films seem to have a decent chance of winning prizes, either big or small, in a year when the majority of the top-tier line-up leaves much to be desired.
Carter kicks All Blacks to historic World Cup win
AFP, Published on 01/11/2015
» TWICKENHAM (UNITED KINGDOM) - Dan Carter bowed out as king of rugby Saturday when he kicked the All Blacks to a historic 34-17 World Cup victory over Australia at Twickenham on Saturday.
All Blacks win World Cup battle of the Titans
AFP, Published on 25/10/2015
» TWICKENHAM (UNITED KINGDOM) - Dan Carter anchored New Zealand to a 20-18 victory over South Africa to reach the World Cup final at the end of a bruising clash at Twickenham on Saturday.
Joubert in the firing line as penalty call denies Scots at World Cup
AFP, Published on 19/10/2015
» TWICKENHAM (UNITED KINGDOM) - Referee Craig Joubert found himself facing a barrage of criticism after his controversial penalty decision helped deny Scotland victory in a thrilling World Cup quarter-final against Australia at Twickenham on Sunday.
Foley holds his nerve as Australia edge Scotland in World Cup thriller
AFP, Published on 19/10/2015
» TWICKENHAM (UNITED KINGDOM) - Bernard Foley's last minute penalty saw Australia break Scotland hearts as they won a thrilling World Cup quarter-final 35-34 at Twickenham on Sunday.
Brive stun Toulon after Du Plessis miss
AFP, Published on 18/10/2015
» PARIS - South African Willie du Plessis missed a penalty after the final hooter that would have given Toulon a draw as the European champions fell to a shock 29-26 defeat at Brive on Saturday.
Gripping rugby weekend on the cards
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 17/10/2015
» The Rugby World Cup seems to have been going on for ever and it still has a couple of weeks to go. Some might feel it is too long for a tournament, but the nature of the game means it is almost impossible to complete it in a shorter time frame.
The vegan's best friend
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 16/10/2015
» Judging from its simple décor and divine concept, Loving Hut, a vegan restaurant that occupies a two-unit shop house space on Rama III Road, may seem nothing more than a haven for herbivores and well-wishers.
'Unlucky loser' Japan end with a win
AFP, Published on 12/10/2015
» GLOUCESTER (UNITED KINGDOM) - Japan ended their stunning World Cup campaign on Sunday by beating the United States 28-18 to become the first nation to win three group games but fail to reach the quarter finals.
Allan stars as Italy secure 2019 World Cup spot
AFP, Published on 11/10/2015
» EXETER (UNITED KINGDOM) - Italian fly-half Tommaso Allan brought up a century of Test points on Sunday as Italy beat Romania 32-22 to secure the crucial third spot in World Cup Pool D.