India's island choke point
China’s lithography leap
China’s cartel lifeline
Australia limits migration
Rybakina triumphs in US Open, denies Sabalenka three-peat
Gilbert Arenas questions Jonathan Kuminga's decision to join Minnesota
Akron fan's honorary play-calling stint ends with opening-drive fumble
Cristian Mungiu's Fjord examines a family's conflict with Norwegian child authorities
Sports
Louisiana's developing roster faces USC as Trojans enter as heavy favorites
Louisiana visits USC as a 30.5-point underdog with coach Michael Desormeaux continuing a recruit-and-develop approach. The matchup pairs quarterback Lunch Winfield with a Trojans defense coming off a 39-0 shutout of Fresno State.
Sports
United States beats Spain 76-66 to set up World Cup final against France
Breanna Stewart scored 16 points as the United States defeated Spain 76-66 in Berlin to reach the FIBA Women's World Cup final. The Americans will face unbeaten France on Sunday in a rematch of the 2024 Olympic gold medal game.
China's silicon reckoning
Saudi Arabia’s Costly Mirage
Beijing's new Taiwan playbook
Unexpected economic twist
Last news
Scotland's Laidlaw extends tenure as Hurricanes coach
Clark Laidlaw extended his coaching contract with New Zealand's Wellington Hurricanes into a fourth year Thursday with the Scot saying, "there's loads to develop".
Messi scores 900th career goal but Miami crash out
Argentine superstar Lionel Messi bagged the 900th goal of his glittering career on Wednesday but could not prevent Inter Miami from crashing out of the CONCACAF Champions Cup on away goals after a 1-1 draw with Nashville.
Japan coach says Australia 'massive favourites' in Asian Cup final
Japan coach Nils Nielsen insists hosts Australia will be "massive favourites" in Saturday's Women's Asian Cup final, but his team's near-flawless progress to the title match suggests otherwise.
Director plans to put Val Kilmer back on screen thanks to AI
The late American film star Val Kilmer could soon be "acting" on the big screen again after allowing a director to use AI tools to produce his likeness for an upcoming film, media reports said Wednesday.
Social media addiction trial jury deliberations continue
Jurors will return to court here on Thursday to continue deliberations in a civil trial accusing Meta and YouTube of harmfully hooking young internet users.
Xypex 2025 International Best Project Awards - Winners Announced
Xypex announces 2025 award winners recognizing excellence in concrete durability, engineering performance, and crystalline waterproofing technology.
U.S. Polo Assn. Unveils 2026 Spring-Summer Global Collection, Inspired by Coastal Charleston, South Carolina
Seasonal and Seaside Styles Debut Alongside U.S. Open Polo Championship Capsule
Powerverse and Teltonika Energy Partner to Unlock Intelligent Home Energy & Flexibility
LONDON, UK / ACCESS Newswire / March 19, 2026 / Powerverse has partnered with Teltonika Energy, part of the Teltonika group, a multinational leader in IoT innovation, to deliver an AI-driven home energy ecosystem that enhances user experience, unlocks flexibility services and drives long-term customer value.
Messi scores 900th career goal in Inter Miami cup clash
Argentine superstar Lionel Messi bagged the 900th goal of his glittering career on Wednesday, scoring for Inter Miami in their CONCACAF Champions Cup clash with Nashville.
Barcelona, Liverpool, Bayern and Atletico reach Champions League quarter-finals
Barcelona hit Newcastle United for seven to reach the Champions League quarter-finals on Wednesday, while Liverpool overturned a first-leg deficit to beat Galatasaray in their last-16 tie and both Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid advanced to the next round.
Tudor impressed by 'improved' Spurs despite Champions League exit
Igor Tudor claimed Tottenham's spirited Champions League exit against Atletico Madrid showed they have improved enough to win their fight for Premier League survival.
PSG will not relish Liverpool reunion, says Slot
Arne Slot believes Liverpool fired a warning shot to Paris Saint-Germain of what they are capable of in a 4-0 thrashing of Galatasaray on Wednesday which set up a Champions League quarter-final against the holders.
Kane says Bayern 'don't fear anyone' ahead of Real clash
Harry Kane said Bayern Munich had nothing to fear in taking on Real Madrid after setting up a quarter-final clash with the European giants by beating Atalanta on Wednesday.
Kane and Bayern swat aside Atalanta to set up Real clash
Harry Kane scored in each half as Bayern Munich thumped Atalanta 4-1 at home in the Champions League last 16 on Wednesday, winning 10-2 on aggregate to book a quarter-final date with Real Madrid.
Atletico survive Spurs scare to reach Champions League quarters
Atletico Madrid held off Tottenham's bid for an epic Champions League escape as they reached the quarter-finals despite a 3-2 defeat in the last-16 second leg on Wednesday.
Liverpool thrash Galatasaray to reach Champions League quarters
Liverpool shrugged off their Premier League malaise to storm into the Champions League quarter-finals by thrashing Galatasaray 4-0 at Anfield on Tuesday.
Colombia detains alleged mastermind of Ecuadoran candidate assassination
Colombian immigration authorities said Wednesday they had arrested an Ecuadoran drug trafficker linked to the 2023 murder of a popular candidate just before Ecuador's presidential election.
NY's New Museum returns contemporary to heart of Manhattan
After an $82 million expansion, New York's New Museum will bring contemporary art back to the heart of Manhattan, showcasing modern works alongside classics by Dali and Marcel Duchamp after two years closed.
Barcelona demolish Newcastle 7-2 to reach Champions League quarters
Barcelona stormed to a 7-2 victory over Newcastle on Wednesday to reach the Champions League quarter-finals, winning 8-3 on aggregate.
Trump nominee for Homeland Security chief grilled at fiery Senate hearing
Markwayne Mullin, US President Donald Trump's pick for Homeland Security chief, distanced himself from his fired predecessor Kristi Noem as he was grilled over immigration policy at a contentious Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday.
Eight killed during Rio police operation, including drug kingpin
At least eight people died Wednesday during a police operation against organized crime in Rio de Janeiro, including one of Brazil's most-wanted drug lords, authorities said.
WNBA, players union agree 'transformative' labor deal: official
The WNBA and the league's players' union have reached a verbal agreement on a record-breaking labor deal, officials said Thursday, heading off the prospect of a strike.
Senegal govt calls for investigation into Cup of Nations decision
Senegal on Wednesday called for an "independent international investigation" into corruption following the Confederation of African Football's (CAF) decision to strip the country of its Africa Cup of Nations title and award it to Morocco.
Senegal demands 'corruption' probe over AFCON decision as Morocco defend appeal
Senegal's government said on Wednesday it wanted an "independent international investigation" into corruption after its national team were sensationally stripped of the Africa Cup of Nations title with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) declaring Morocco champions, two months after their chaotic final.
The platypus is even weirder than thought, scientists discover
They already have the bill of a duck, the tail of a beaver, lay eggs like reptiles and have venom like snakes.
PSG's Barcola ruled out for several weeks with ankle injury
Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola has been ruled out for "the next few weeks" with an ankle injury, the Champions League holders said Wednesday.
Colombia detains suspect in 2023 killing of Ecuador politician
Colombian immigration authorities said Wednesday that they had arrested an Ecuadoran drug trafficker linked to the 2023 murder of a popular candidate just before Ecuador's presidential election.
Iran women's football team return after asylum tussle
The Iranian women's football team, whose plight has become embroiled in the Middle East war, returned back to Iran on Wednesday where they were promised a welcome ceremony in Tehran.
US launches new era of drug war with Latin American allies
The United States and allies in Latin America and the Caribbean have ushered in a new phase of anti-drug cooperation including extraditions, shared intelligence and security plans despite criticism from international organizations.
Pakistan and Afghanistan announce Eid 'pause' in hostilities
Pakistan and Afghanistan on Wednesday announced a halt in fighting during celebrations for the end of Ramadan, after the deadliest strike in their escalating conflict killed hundreds in Kabul earlier this week.
Foreign press group slams Israeli police for breaking journalist's wrist
An international media association on Wednesday criticised an "unprovoked assault" by Israeli police on journalists in Jerusalem, which it said left a CNN producer with a fractured wrist.
Aston Villa want to be more than 'maybe team' in Europa League quest
Aston Villa captain John McGinn wants his side to be remembered as more than a "maybe team" in their quest for Europa League glory.