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War, politics clouding World Cup on 100-day countdown
AFP, Published on 04/03/2026
» WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - Donald Trump's brutal immigration crackdown, polarised politics and a war unleashed on Iran have tarnished the global image of the United States just under 100 days before millions of fans are expected to visit for the World Cup.
PSG star Hakimi faces trial for alleged rape
AFP, Published on 24/02/2026
» PARIS - Paris Saint-Germain footballer Achraf Hakimi, a key player in their Champions League-winning side last season, is to stand trial charged with raping a young woman, his lawyer and a French prosecutor told AFP on Tuesday.
Mexico's violence-hit Guadalajara to host World Cup games
AFP, Published on 24/02/2026
» GUADALAJARA — The city of Guadalajara erupted with cartel violence this past weekend, alongside other parts of Mexico, after an army raid left a notorious drug lord dead.
Olympics rev up Milan's renewal but locals fear price to pay
AFP, Published on 19/02/2026
» MILAN - The Winter Olympics are expected to accelerate Milan's transformation into a vibrant international metropolis, but many residents fear the effect will see them priced out.
Probe into alleged inflated ice hockey budget at SEA Games
Online Reporters, Published on 04/02/2026
» Anti‑corruption officials on Wednesday inspected an ice hockey rink in Bangkok used for the SEA Games last year, following a report of irregularities in invoices it issued to the Ice Hockey Association of Thailand that showed claimed amounts higher than actual expenses during the event.
China issues 73 life bans, punishes top football clubs for match-fixing
AFP, Published on 29/01/2026
» BEIJING - China's football association issued lifetime bans to 73 people, including former national team head coach Li Tie, and punished 13 top professional clubs for match-fixing and corruption, it said Thursday.
Thai Polo Open to mark 20th anniversary in Pattaya
Sports, Published on 21/01/2026
» The B.Grimm Thai Polo Open will celebrate its 20th anniversary with the presentation of the HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Cup on Saturday at Thai Polo Club Pattaya.
Thai star Jeeno to headline new indoor golf league
Reuters and Online Reporters, Published on 20/01/2026
» World No.1 Jeeno Thitikul of Thailand is among a number of big names confirmed for a new tech-infused women’s indoor golf league that will make its debut next winter.
Senegal stun hosts Morocco to win Afcon title after final walk-off protest
AFP, Published on 19/01/2026
» RABAT - Senegal stunned Morocco in Sunday's Africa Cup of Nations final as Pape Gueye's extra-time goal gave them a 1-0 win over the hosts after a chaotic end to the match marred by the eventual champions storming off the pitch in a lengthy protest following a controversial late penalty award.
Australia win final Test to seal 4-1 Ashes triumph over England
AFP, Published on 08/01/2026
» SYDNEY - Australia won the final Ashes Test against England by five wickets on Thursday to seal a dominant 4-1 victory after a gruelling series, sending the retiring Usman Khawaja out on a high.