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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.
'Heartbroken' Timberwolves resume NBA play amid Minneapolis turmoil
AFP, Published on 26/01/2026
» MINNEAPOLIS - Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch said the NBA team was "heartbroken" by events unfolding in Minneapolis, where federal agents shot dead a second US citizen amid the Trump administration's mass immigration crackdown.
'True emotion': Olympic skaters create magic step by step
AFP, Published on 08/12/2025
» NAGOYA (JAPAN) - Olympic figure skaters will perform for a matter of mere minutes at February's Milan-Cortina Games but the process of creating and honing their routines takes months of consideration and effort.
ONE Championship: Nabil throws subtle dig at Superlek, ready for Haggerty after shock belt promotion at Friday Fights 114
Nick Atkin, Published on 28/06/2025
» Nabil Anane is ready to defend his newly earned ONE Championship crown – firing a subtle shot at Superlek after his surprise elevation from interim status.
Zatout aims for epic career swansong in Qatar's Lusail
Sports, Published on 27/02/2024
» Thailand-based Muay Thai star Mehdi Zatout returns from retirement this Friday for a dream fight in boxing.
Takraw stars deliver promised golds
Sports, Published on 08/10/2023
» Hangzhou: Thailand bagged two more gold medals after winning the men's and women's sepak takraw regu events on the penultimate day of the 19th Asian Games on Saturday.
Haaland hits 45 as Man City make mark against Bayern
AFP, Published on 12/04/2023
» MANCHESTER (UNITED KINGDOM): Erling Haaland scored his 45th goal of the season as Manchester City took a commanding 3-0 lead over Bayern Munich from their Champions League quarter-final, first leg on Tuesday.
Will Man Utd become football's latest state-backed project?
AFP, Published on 16/02/2023
» MANCHESTER (UNITED KINGDOM) - Prospective new owners of Manchester United have until Friday to reveal their interest in buying one of the world's biggest clubs, with a rumoured bid from Qatar sending shockwaves through European football.
IOC's move to reintegrate Russia into Olympics meets opposition
AFP, Published on 27/01/2023
» PARIS - The International Olympic Committee's efforts to find a "pathway" for Russians to take part in the 2024 Paris Games despite the invasion of Ukraine were strongly criticised by Britain and Denmark on Thursday.
Jones appointed Wallabies coach in 'major coup' after Rennie dumped
AFP, Published on 16/01/2023
» MELBOURNE - Former England boss Eddie Jones was appointed the new Australia coach in "a major coup" after Dave Rennie was sacked on Monday, and vowed to steer them to World Cup glory in France this year.