India's island choke point
China’s lithography leap
China’s cartel lifeline
Australia limits migration
Lanier clinches badminton world title in France's golden double
Humanoids break records at Beijing Robot Games
Padikkal, Gill half-centuries take India to 187-3 at tea
Cummins hails 'sharp' Australia as they get back to winning ways
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'Keep up the spirit': Indonesian teenage 'Superman' joins wildfire fight
Dressed as his favourite superhero, Indonesian teenager Rudiyansah walks along a charred landscape, helping douse wildfires that have razed large parts of Borneo island.
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Bangladesh eye more Australia Tests to hit next level
Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto said on Sunday his team had taken a lot of confidence from their two-Test series in Australia and were keen to return as they aim for more consistency.
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Suits and signet rings: Charles's fashion through the ages
Whether a bespoke three-piece suit or the waxed jacket of the upper-class rural set, Charles's characteristic style has rarely strayed from the predictable during his decades in the public eye.
'End of an era': Americans mourn Queen Elizabeth's death
The news Thursday of Queen Elizabeth II's death at the age of 96 reverberated across the pond, with US flags lowered to half-staff in response, the Empire State Building illuminated in royal colors, and many Americans reflecting on her legacy.
Nepal cricket captain Lamichhane denies rape allegation
Nepal cricket captain Sandeep Lamichhane on Friday denied allegations that he raped a 17-year-old girl and said he would go home to fight his case.
Elderly King Charles III faces 'testing times'
Trained from childhood to be king, Charles III has endured the longest wait for the throne in British history.
EU ministers seek ways to face energy shock
EU energy ministers on Friday will attempt to forge a united response to the energy shock from Russia's war on Ukraine that has sent prices for electricity and heating skyrocketing.
Jabeur thrashes Garcia to reach US Open final
Tunisia's Ons Jabeur demolished Caroline Garcia in straight sets to become the first African woman in history to reach the final of the US Open on Thursday.
Barca marvel at 'wonder' Lewandowski as Real face Benzema absence
With Barcelona rapidly hitting their stride after Robert Lewandowski's prolific start in Spain, Real Madrid's spotless early-season form will be put to the test in the absence of injured talisman Karim Benzema.
New Leipzig coach Rose to 'do things differently' ahead of Dortmund clash
New RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose promised to "do a few things differently" ahead of his side's clash with former employers Borussia Dortmund on Saturday.
Federer hails 'grace' of Queen Elizabeth II as Pele salutes 'legacy'
Roger Federer hailed Queen Elizabeth II for her "elegance" and "grace" as the world of sport stopped to pay tribute to the British monarch who passed away on Thursday at the age of 96.
Jabeur thrashes France's Garcia to reach US Open final
Tunisia's Ons Jabeur demolished Caroline Garcia in straight sets to become the first African woman in history to reach the final of the US Open on Thursday.
China's Lin fires 64 to grab LPGA lead
Lin Xiyu of China fired an eight-under-par 64 to seize a one-stroke lead over Japan's Nasa Hataoka after Thursday's first round of the LPGA Queen City Championship.
Austria's Volker Turk appointed next UN rights chief
The United Nations on Thursday approved Austrian diplomat Volker Turk to be its new high commissioner for human rights, replacing former Chilean president Michelle Bachelet in the sensitive, high-profile post.
Celebs bid fond farewell to 'our greatest Queen'
Celebrities around the world bade a fond farewell Thursday to perhaps the biggest global star of them all, with heartfelt tributes to the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Spurs star Son 'not worried' over goal drought
Tottenham forward Son Heung-min insists he is not worried by his goal drought as the South Korean eyes a return to his prolific form.
Man Utd beaten after leading English football's tributes to Queen Elizabeth II
Manchester United led English football's tributes to Queen Elizabeth II before their 1-0 defeat against Real Sociedad in the Europa League, while Roma boss Jose Mourinho was in mourning after the monarch's death on Thursday.
Duplantis to 'crank it up another notch' after breathtaking season
Pole vault king Mondo Duplantis has vowed to "crank it up another notch" next season after an "amazing" year that saw him win two world titles and continue to improve his own world record.
UK sporting events suspended after death of Queen Elizabeth II
Sporting events in Britain scheduled for Friday, including Test cricket and European golf's PGA Championship, have been cancelled as a mark of respect following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Duplantis, Fraser-Pryce and Lyles shine in Zurich final
Mondo Duplantis, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Noah Lyles showed off all their pedigree by setting meet records en route to victories at the Diamond League final in Zurich on Thursday.
Sporting events cancelled on Friday after death of Queen Elizabeth II
Sporting events scheduled for Friday, including Test cricket and European golf's PGA Championship, have been cancelled as a mark of respect following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Charles finally becomes king
Queen Elizabeth II's eldest son, Charles, Prince of Wales, has finally become king. But at 73, the focus of his reign will be his age -- and the declining influence of the British monarchy around the world.
Queen Elizabeth II: record breaker
Queen Elizabeth II notched up a number of landmarks in her record-breaking 70 years on the throne.
Donkey domestication happened 7,000 years ago in Africa: DNA study
Despite transforming history as beasts of burden essential for transporting goods and people, the humble donkey has long been woefully understudied.
Play in golf's European PGA Championship suspended after queen's death
Play in the opening round of the European PGA Championship has been suspended and there will be no play at all on Friday following the death of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, organisers said Thursday.
Alcaraz eyes US Open final and generational shift
Carlos Alcaraz eyes a place in the US Open final on Friday, hoping to spearhead a potential generational shift away from the era of Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer.
Arsenal off to winning start in Europa League but Roma beaten
Brazilian teenager Marquinhos scored on his Arsenal debut as the Gunners started their Europa League campaign with a 2-1 win over FC Zurich in Switzerland on Thursday, while Jose Mourinho's Roma slumped to a surprise defeat.
Royal portfolio: where did the queen's fortune come from?
Her collection of jewels and vast estates may have been impressive, but Queen Elizabeth II's wealth paled in comparison with other royals.
Brutal Marilyn Monroe biopic shocks Venice
A visceral biopic of Marilyn Monroe finally got its premiere in Venice on Thursday, with critics divided over the traumatic treatment of the icon but praising a "ferocious" lead performance from Cuban star Ana de Armas.
Fraser-Pryce back to 'remarkable' winning ways at Zurich Diamond League
Five-time world champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce stormed back to "remarkable" winning ways when she triumphed in the 100m at the Diamond League final in Zurich on Thursday.
'Surprised' Kohli ends drought with his maiden T20 international ton
Virat Kohli hit his first international century since November 2019 with a maiden T20 ton for India to lead the team's 101-run thrashing of Afghanistan in the Asia Cup on Thursday.
The new king: Charles III in dates
Charles III is the longest-serving heir-apparent in British history.
Camilla: from Diana's 'rottweiler' to Charles' Queen Consort
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, becomes King Charles's Queen Consort, in a remarkable journey to public acceptance after she became a hate figure for her perceived role in the break-up of his marriage to princess Diana.
Charles' private and public passions
From watercolour painting to restoration projects in Transylvania, Charles has had seven decades to develop a wide range of hobbies and interests.