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Pandemic sparks surge in Hong Kong 'devil's breath' cash druggings
AFP, Published on 17/06/2021
» HONG KONG - A spiked drink, a puff of dust, missing memories, and an empty bank account.
Serena through to last 16 as fresh controversy hits US Open
AFP, Published on 06/09/2020
» NEW YORK - Serena Williams progressed to the US Open last 16 Saturday as the tournament endured fresh controversy after New York health officials ordered the women's top doubles pairing be withdrawn over coronavirus fears.
US Open underway amid empty stands at Flushing Meadows bubble
AFP, Published on 01/09/2020
» NEW YORK: A "weird" 2020 US Open got underway Monday with empty stands and enhanced safety protocols for some players after France's Benoit Paire sparked coronavirus fears following a positive Covid-19 test.
Djokovic, Williams chase tennis history in US Open COVID bubble
AFP, Published on 30/08/2020
» NEW YORK - The US Open becomes the first Grand Slam of the COVID-19 era when it starts Monday in a spectator-free bubble at Flushing Meadows following a troubled build-up that saw several top stars withdraw over coronavirus fears.
Coronavirus casts potential cloud over Euro 2020 with 100 days to go
AFP, Published on 03/03/2020
» PARIS: This Wednesday marks 100 days to go until the start of Euro 2020, but as preparations are fine-tuned for the first European Championship to be played across the continent, the coronavirus outbreak could pose a potentially serious threat to the tournament itself.
Fifa: Virus could postpone international matches
AFP, Published on 29/02/2020
» BELFAST: Fifa president Gianni Infantino has refused to rule out postponing international football matches in response to the escalating global threat of the coronavirus.
Nun-chucks: kung fu sisters battle stereotypes
AFP, Published on 28/11/2019
» NEW DELHI - They train with swords and fighting fans after their prayers and morning chants.
Armstrong manager Bruyneel banned from cycling for life
AFP, Published on 25/10/2018
» LOS ANGELES - Lance Armstrong's former US Postal team manager Johan Bruyneel has been handed a life ban from cycling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.