India's island choke point
China’s lithography leap
China’s cartel lifeline
Australia limits migration
Pakistan collapse to 26-4 against England in 3rd Test
EU helps cities tighten screws on Airbnb, holiday rentals
Courtois to put Belgium career on hold
Japanese director Kore-eda's manga film charms critics in Venice
Culture
UK's little-known Bayeux Tapestry replica steps into spotlight
At a UK museum, a long expertly-embroidered cloth displayed across two galleries recounts in images the epic story of the Norman conquest of England.
Sports
Shelton stuns Alcaraz in 3:34 am US Open finish, Sabalenka battles on
Ben Shelton stunned holder Carlos Alcaraz in an epic US Open quarter-final that ended at 3:34 am Wednesday, breaking the record for the latest finish in Flushing Meadows history.
China's silicon reckoning
Saudi Arabia’s Costly Mirage
Beijing's new Taiwan playbook
Unexpected economic twist
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Joshua survives knockdowns, stops Prenga
Two-time heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua survived two early knockdowns on the way to a second-round knockout of Kristian Prenga on Sunday, his triumphant ring return paving the way for a blockbuster all-British bout with Tyson Fury.
Ohtani delays throwing session over knee 'regression'
Japanese batting and pitching star Shohei Ohtani postponed a planned bullpen throwing session on Saturday over what Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts called "regression" in his left knee injury.
Hiltz extends US 1,500 streak, Lyles advances in 200
Nikki Hiltz captured her fourth consecutive 1,500-meter US outdoor title while Noah Lyles and Melissa Jefferson-Wooden cruised into the 200m finals on Saturday at the US Athletics Championships.
One killed, 15 wounded as car hits crowd near Berlin Gay Pride
At least one person was killed and around 15 wounded after a car hit the crowd on the outskirts of the Berlin Gay Pride parade, police said Saturday.
Hodge, Hope give West Indies edge in rain-impacted Pakistan Test
Kavem Hodge's dogged unbeaten 83 and the support of Shai Hope in an unbroken fourth-wicket stand took the West Indies to 194 for three at the end of a rain-shortened first day of the first Test against Pakistan at the Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad on Saturday.
Beaten Ramsay-Peaty casts doubt on future as Australia rule Commonwealth pool
Adam Ramsay-Peaty's bid for gold at a fourth Commonwealth games fell short on Saturday as he was beaten into bronze in the 100m breaststroke on another golden night in Glasgow for Australia.
Scheffler surges at 3M Open with blistering back nine
World number one Scottie Scheffler surged back into contention at the 3M Open on Saturday with a stunning back nine featuring an eagle and five birdies.
Ramsay-Peaty beaten into bronze as Australia's Williamson wins Commonwealth gold
Adam Ramsay-Peaty's bid for gold at a fourth Commonwealth games fell short on Saturday as he was beaten into bronze in the 100m breaststroke by Australia's Sam Williamson and Jersey's 18-year-old Filip Nowacki.
Norris back on pole at Hungarian GP as rivals handed penalties
World champion Lando Norris of McLaren narrowly outpaced Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton on Saturday to seize his first pole position of the year for this weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix before the Briton and championship leader Kimi Antonelli were handed penalties.
Madeleine McCann's brother targets Olympic dream after Commonwealth final
Madeleine McCann's brother Sean is targeting a place at the Los Angeles Olympics after making the final of the 400 metres freestyle at the Commonwealth Games.
Close to Madrid, those who escaped flames worry what is next
Elvira Menendez slept little last night. Her local municipal gym is nothing like home.
Hamilton, Antonelli stung by grid penalties at Hungarian GP
Championship leader Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes and his closest challenger Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton were both slapped with three place grid penalties on Saturday for this weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix.
Messi can skip All-Star Game after grueling World Cup, says MLS
Lionel Messi will not be required to play in next week's Major League Soccer All-Star Game after representing Argentina in the recent World Cup final, the US domestic league said Saturday.
Scotland declares 'major' wildfire in Cairngorms national park
Scottish firefighters fought on Saturday against a wildfire burning through the Cairngorms national park in the north, with the authorities advising locals to evacuate.
Wildfires send nearly 260,000 fleeing in France and Spain
Unchecked wildfires raging Saturday in France's southwest and near Spain's capital Madrid have forced nearly 260,000 people to flee and prompted Paris to deploy its military.
Hamilton stung by three-place grid penalty
Ferrari team boss Fred Vasseur admitted it was their mistake – and not the driver’s – that led to Lewis Hamilton being handed a three-place grid penalty for Sunday’s Hungarian Grand Prix.
Spain fights to 'save lives' as wildfire evacuees shelter in Madrid
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said Saturday firefighters were working to "save lives" in the blazes raging west of Madrid, as authorities said a separate fire in the east killed one person.
Howe uncertain if Guimaraes will stay with Newcastle amid Arsenal interest
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe admitted on Saturday he does not know if Bruno Guimaraes will stay with his club amid interest from Premier League champions Arsenal.
Palestinians bury four killed in West Bank clash with Israeli settlers
Palestinians in the occupied West Bank village of Tell on Saturday buried four men killed during a clash with Israeli settlers the previous day, local officials said.
Varane concussions motivate Como to ban heading in academy teams
Italian Serie A club Como have announced they are banning heading until the under-11 team after consultation from board member the former France star Raphael Varane.
49ers coach Shanahan injured in car crash
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan was injured in a car crash and will not lead pre-season training while he recovers, the NFL team said Saturday.
'Amazing' Pogacar-Del Toro friendship lights up Tour de France
Tadej Pogacar and Isaac Del Toro crossed the Tour de France finish line arm-in-arm on Saturday, highlighting their special friendship.
Norris back on pole for Mercedes at Hungarian GP
World champion Lando Norris of McLaren narrowly outpaced Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton to seize his first pole position of the year on Saturday with a flawless lap in the final seconds of qualifying for this weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix.
Pogacar set to win Tour de France, Carapaz claims Queen stage
Tadej Pogacar all but sealed a record-equalling fifth Tour de France title on Saturday as Ecuadorian Richard Carapaz won the 20th stage on Alpe d'Huez.
Kishan, Varma hit half centuries as India win Zimbabwe T20 series
Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma struck half centuries to overshadow teenage star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as India beat Zimbabwe by 90 runs on Saturday to win a Twenty20 international series.
Madeleine McCann's brother reaches Commonwealth Games final
Madeleine McCann's brother Sean was cheered on by his parents as he booked a place in the final of the 400 metres freestyle event at the Commonwealth Games on Saturday.
Ipswich sign Japan forward Maeda from Celtic
Ipswich signed Japan forward Daizen Maeda from Scottish champions Celtic in a deal worth a reported £10 million ($13 million) on Saturday.
Norris finds pace to edge Hamilton in last Hungarian practice
World champion Lando Norris topped the times for McLaren ahead of Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton in Saturday's third and final free practice ahead of Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix.
Untamed wildfires in Spain, France force over 200,000 to flee
Out-of-control wildfires in Spain and France that have forced the evacuation of more than 200,000 people raged on Saturday near Madrid and Bordeaux, with Paris mobilising its military to help overstretched firefighters.
Man City's Khusanov signs new five-year contract
Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov signed a five-year contract extension with the Premier League club on Saturday.
Spain fights to 'save lives' as wildfires rage near Madrid
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said Saturday firefighters were working to "save lives" in the wildfires raging west of Madrid, warning of a "complex" struggle ahead with high winds expected.
Atletico complete Lee signing from PSG
South Korea international Kang-In Lee has joined Atletico Madrid from European champions Paris Saint-Germain, the Spanish club announced Saturday.