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US says Iran players welcome at World Cup amid Italy uproar
AFP, Published on 24/04/2026
» WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - Iran's footballers will be welcome at this year's World Cup, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Thursday, distancing the US government from a proposal that Italy could take their place in the tournament.
Sweet success: A ripe time for Bournemouth's Cherries
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 16/12/2023
» You can forgive supporters of AFC Bournemouth if they are feeling pretty good about life at the moment.
Blockbuster pitting Muay Thai giants announced
Sports, Published on 09/08/2023
» ONE Championship Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong has confirmed that the Muay Thai showdown the world has been waiting for is back on.
Mickelson apologizes for PGA, Saudi remarks, loses sponsor
AFP, Published on 23/02/2022
» MIAMI - Phil Mickelson apologized Tuesday for remarks about the US PGA Tour and Saudi backers of a proposed rival tour, saying he will "desperately need some time away" from golf.
Man Utd clash off as Covid causes Premier League disruption
AFP, Published on 14/12/2021
» LONDON - Manchester United's match at Brentford on Tuesday was postponed as the English Premier League reported a record number of Covid-19 cases, with the virus threatening to disrupt the busy Christmas fixture list.
Youngest Paralympian swims for change in Tokyo
AFP, Published on 26/08/2021
» TOKYO - The youngest Paralympian in Tokyo took to the pool on Thursday looking to change attitudes to disability, as powerlifting and equestrian events kicked off on the second day of competition.
Pageantry sets Games into motion
Sports, Bangkok Post and Kyodo, Published on 25/08/2021
» TOKYO: The Tokyo Paralympics started on Tuesday night following a one-year postponement at a time when the Covid-19 pandemic remains a major concern in the city holding the world's largest sporting event for people with disabilities.
'Most challenging' Tokyo Olympics declared closed
AFP, Published on 08/08/2021
» TOKYO: The Tokyo 2020 Games were declared closed on Sunday by IOC chief Thomas Bach, who said it had been the "most challenging Olympic journey" after a year's pandemic delay and threats of cancellation.
Pandemic Olympics: how the Tokyo Games will be different
AFP, Published on 20/07/2021
» TOKYO: Tokyo 2020 will be an Olympics like no other: held during a pandemic with crowds of tourists banned, extravagant celebrations replaced by tough infection controls, and even victory hugs off the cards.
Tokyo Olympic beds are sturdy, IOC says after 'anti-sex' report
AFP, Published on 19/07/2021
» TOKYO: The cardboard beds at the Tokyo Olympic Village are "sturdy", organisers reassured on Monday, after a report warned they weren't strong enough for sex.