Reuters

China seeks improved ties with Canada amid rising trade tensions

Beijing willing to work with Canada to safeguard multilateralism and free trade. Published 06 Jun, 2025 04:30pm

Smith replaces Salt for West Indies T20s

LONDON: England have called up Jamie Smith to their squad for the three-match Twenty20 International series against... Published 06 Jun, 2025 10:29am

Pistorius competes in triathlon after 12 years

JOHANNESBURG: So­u­th African former Par­a­l­ympic star Oscar Pisto­rius was spotted competing in a triathlon... Published 06 Jun, 2025 10:22am

Lomachenko to quit boxing

KIEV: Vasiliy Lomachenko, a three-division world champion, two-time Olympic gold medalist and arguably the greatest... Published 06 Jun, 2025 10:21am

Ingebrigtsen postpones return due to injury

OSLO: Norwegian Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen has delayed his return to the track following an Achilles ... Published 06 Jun, 2025 10:20am

Trump-Musk bromance descends into brawl over contracts and impeachment

Tesla shares closed down over 14pc on Thursday, losing about $150bn in market value in the largest single-day decline in value in its history. Updated 06 Jun, 2025 02:37pm

Russian drone attack kills five in Ukraine

Ukraine’s northern and eastern regions have been a frequent target of Russian drones and missiles. Updated 06 Jun, 2025 09:36am

In unprecedented move, US imposes sanctions on four ICC judges

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump’s administration on Thursday imposed sanctions on four judges at the... Published 06 Jun, 2025 09:00am

US group reopens Gaza aid distribution sites after delays

Survey shows rate of children suffering acute malnutrition nearly triples; four journalists among 20 Palestinians killed in fresh Israeli strikes. Updated 06 Jun, 2025 08:38am

Gamers line up for Nintendo Switch 2 on launch day

Switch 2 bears many similarities with predecessor, but offers larger screen with improved graphics. Published 05 Jun, 2025 09:16pm

Trump hails ‘very good phone call’ with China’s Xi

US president says call "resulted in a very positive conclusion for both countries"; Xi says both nations need to "correct the course" of bilateral ties. Updated 05 Jun, 2025 08:37pm

Colorado fire-bomb suspect to make court appearance

Prosecutors say he faces nearly 400 years in prison on attempted murder charges in state court, among other charges. Published 05 Jun, 2025 04:28pm

China’s rare earth export curbs hit global auto industry

The country produces around 90 per cent of the world’s rare earths. Updated 05 Jun, 2025 09:49am

Putin tells Trump Russia will ‘have to respond’ to Kyiv’s attacks on airfields

Putin says in phone conversation with Pope Leo that Ukraine ‘is bent on escalating conflict’ Published 05 Jun, 2025 07:54am

Burning cargo ship carrying 3,000 vehicles abandoned off Alaska

Monaco: The crew of a cargo ship carrying around 3,000 vehicles, including 800 electric vehicles, abandoned it off... Published 05 Jun, 2025 07:54am

Scientists in Japan develop plastic that dissolves in seawater

Experiment offers a potential solution for a modern-day scourge polluting oceans and harming wildlife. Updated 05 Jun, 2025 10:28am

Opposition mounts pressure on Netanyahu with motion to dissolve parliament

Opposition party led by ex-PM Yair Lapid puts forward a parliamentary vote for next week to topple the government. Updated 05 Jun, 2025 10:30am

China’s Wang cruises into last 16 at Indonesia Open

JAKARTA: World number two Wang Zhiyi of China began her campaign at the Indonesia Open in style with a... Published 05 Jun, 2025 07:54am

Rabada tested positive for cocaine

JOHANNESBURG: Kag­iso Rabada’s month suspension after he failed a drug test was because the fast bowler tested... Published 05 Jun, 2025 07:54am

Stead stands down as New Zealand coach after seven years

AUCKLAND: Gary Stead will stand down as Black Caps coach at the end of June, New Zealand Cricket said on Wednesday,... Published 05 Jun, 2025 07:54am