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Top Japanese virologist warns on risks of Tokyo Games during pandemic
Reuters, Published on 08/06/2021
» TOKYO: A top Japanese virologist and government adviser has warned of the risks of spreading Covid-19 infections during the Tokyo Olympics, the Times of London reported on Tuesday, the latest high-profile caveat about the global sporting showpiece.
Serena survives scare as Tsitsipas, Medvedev also make French Open last 32
AFP, Published on 03/06/2021
» PARIS: Serena Williams survived a French Open scare to extend her latest bid for an elusive 24th Grand Slam singles title with a three-set victory over Mihaela Buzarnescu on Wednesday, while men's fifth seed Stefanos Tsitsipas and world number two Daniil Medvedev also reached the third round.
Serena looks to take advantage of open draw at Roland Garros
AFP, Published on 02/06/2021
» PARIS - Serena Williams continues her latest bid for an elusive 24th Grand Slam singles crown on Wednesday at a French Open now without two of the world's top three-ranked women's players.
New format, haka showcase for delayed women's Rugby World Cup
AFP, Published on 12/05/2021
» AUCKLAND - Women's Rugby World Cup organisers announced a revamped format for the coronavirus-delayed tournament Wednesday, as hosts New Zealand unveiled the haka challenge they will perform at next year's showpiece.
English seek Grand National glory to stem Irish domination
AFP, Published on 07/04/2021
» LONDON: English trainers have been forced to do some serious soul-searching since being trounced by their Irish rivals at Cheltenham but hope to restore pride in Saturday's Grand National.
LeBron, Durant to captain 'slap in face' NBA All-Star Game
AFP, Published on 19/02/2021
» NEW YORK: LeBron James and Kevin Durant were named captains for next month's NBA All-Star Game on Thursday as the league confirmed plans for the showpiece despite an outcry from stars.
WHO says UK strain in over 60 countries: virus world update
AFP, Published on 20/01/2021
» GENEVA: The UK coronavirus strain has spread to at least 60 countries, the World Health Organization reported Wednesday, after US President-elect Joe Biden led a moving tribute to American victims.
Australia-India Boxing Day Test 'possible Covid hotspot'
AFP, Published on 06/01/2021
» SYDNEY: A spectator at Australia's showpiece Boxing Day Test against India has tested positive for coronavirus, authorities said Wednesday, warning fans seated nearby that they must get tested and isolate.
Dot Property Southeast Asia Awards 2020 Charity Gala to celebrate real estate’s best in style
Published on 23/12/2020
» The Dot Property Southeast Asia Awards 2020 will celebrate the region’s best real estate developers, agencies and companies that contribute to the industry in a stylish and innovative fashion.
Cold comfort as Roland Garros starts in shadow of coronavirus
AFP, Published on 27/09/2020
» PARIS - Roland Garros gets underway in chilly, damp Paris on Sunday still in the grip of the coronavirus which organisers had hoped they would escape by unilaterally pushing back the clay court Grand Slam event by four months.