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More than 100 pro-Syrian forces killed after thwarted attack: U.S. official
Published On: February 8, 2018 11:16 AM NPT By: Reuters
WASHINGTON, Feb 8: More than 100 fighters aligned with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad were killed after U.S.-led coalition and coalition-backed local forces thwarted a large, apparently coordinated attack late on Wednesday and early on Thursday, a U.S. official said.
At least 4 dead in Taiwan earthquake, 145 missing
Published On: February 7, 2018 11:28 AM NPT By: Reuters
TAIWAN, Feb 7: Rescuers combed through the rubble of collapsed buildings on Wednesday, some using their hands as they searched for about 145 people missing after a magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck near the popular Taiwanese tourist city of Hualien overnight.
Maldives plunges deeper into political turmoil
Published On: February 7, 2018 11:19 AM NPT By: Reuters
MALE/COLOMBO, Feb 7: Maldives President Abdulla Yameen’s administration said on Tuesday it had put down a coup afterdeclaring a state of emergency the day before and arresting two Supreme Court justices and opposition figures.
Planemakers look at higher output to meet demand
Published On: February 6, 2018 09:55 PM NPT By: Reuters
SINGAPORE, Feb 6: The world’s largest planemakers signaled a possible increase in output of their most popular passenger jets on Tuesday, highlighting their confidence about growth in demand for air travel.
U.N. demands cessation of Syria hostilities, says situation 'extreme'
Published On: February 6, 2018 02:45 PM NPT By: Reuters
BEIRUT, Feb 6: U.N. representatives in Syria called on Tuesday for an immediate cessation of hostilities lasting at least month throughout Syria to allow aid deliveries and evacuations of the sick and wounded.
Watford late show sinks 10-man Chelsea
Published On: February 6, 2018 01:49 PM NPT By: Reuters
LONDON, Feb 6: Ten-man Chelsea suffered another setback in their stumbling season as they lost 4-1 at Watford on Monday after conceding three late goals to go down to their second straight Premier League defeat.
London to host inaugural eight-nation World Cup
Published On: February 6, 2018 01:47 PM NPT By: Reuters
LONDON, Feb 6: A new World Cup event featuring eight leading athletics nations and intended to attract a wider audience to the sport will take place in London this year, British Athletics said on Monday.
Atletico close gap on Barca after Espanyol draw
Published On: February 5, 2018 09:24 AM NPT By: Reuters
BARCELONA, Feb 5: Atletico Madrid closed the gap on Barcelona to nine points at the top of La Liga, beating Valencia 1-0 on Sunday after the leaders had dropped points at local rivals Espanyol.
Last-gasp Kane penalty earns Spurs draw at Liverpool
Published On: February 5, 2018 09:15 AM NPT By: Reuters
Feb 5: Harry Kane scored his 100th Premier League goal from the penalty spot in stoppage time to snatch a point for Tottenham Hotspur in a thrilling 2-2 draw with Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday.
United take advantage as Manchester City held at Burnley
Published On: February 4, 2018 08:39 AM NPT By: Reuters
LONDON, Feb 4: Manchester United’s new signing Alexis Sanchez scored on his home debut in a 2-0 win over Huddersfield Town as they took advantage of a slip by cross-town rivals and Premier League leaders Manchester City on Saturday.
Ramsey hat-trick helps Arsenal to thrash Everton 5-1
Published On: February 4, 2018 08:34 AM NPT By: Reuters
Feb 4: Aaron Ramsey scored a hat-trick on Saturday as Arsenal thrashed Everton 5-1 in the Premier League at the Emirates with a display of free-flowing football that the Gunners have sorely lacked away from home this season.
Maldives Supreme court orders release of key political prisoners
Published On: February 2, 2018 05:35 PM NPT By: Reuters
MALDIVES, Feb 2: The Supreme Court of the Maldives on Thursday ordered the immediate release of political prisoners including former president Mohamed Nasheed.
U.S. to impose arms embargo on South Sudan to end conflict - sources
Published On: February 2, 2018 04:18 PM NPT By: Reuters
WASHINGTON, Feb 2: The United States is set to announce an arms embargo against South Sudan on Friday, three sources familiar with the decision told Reuters, stepping up pressure against President Salva Kiir to end the country’s civil war and humanitarian crisis.
Soccer - Leicester will be alert against hungry Swansea - Chilwell
Published On: February 2, 2018 12:34 PM NPT By: Reuters
Feb 2: Leicester City are well aware of the threat Swansea City pose in Saturday’s Premier League clash following their wins over Liverpool and Arsenal in their last two games, defender Ben Chilwell said.
Fidel Castro's eldest son 'Fidelito' commits suicide
Published On: February 2, 2018 11:29 AM NPT By: Reuters
HAVANA, Feb 2: The eldest son of late Cuban revolutionary leader Fidel Castro, Fidel Castro Diaz-Balart, committed suicide on Thursday aged 68 after being treated for months for depression, Cuban state-run media reported.
Chelsea stunned 3-0 at home by buoyant Bournemouth
Published On: February 1, 2018 07:53 AM NPT By: Reuters
Feb 1: Bournemouth stunned Chelsea with three second-half goals in a 3-0 Premier League victory on Wednesday, inflicting on the champions their first home defeat in four months.
Manchester City win to go 15 points clear as Manchester United suffer
Published On: February 1, 2018 07:49 AM NPT By: Reuters
LONDON, Feb 1: Manchester City tightened their stranglehold at the top of the Premier League on Wednesday by trouncing bottom club West Bromwich Albion 3-0 as nearest rivals Manchester United suffered a chastening 2-0 defeat at Tottenham Hotspur.
Sanchez can be catalyst in Rashford development - Mourinho
Published On: January 31, 2018 05:45 PM NPT By: Reuters
LONDON, Jan 31: New Manchester United signing Alexis Sanchez can act as a catalyst in the development of fellow forward Marcus Rashford, manager Jose Mourinho said.
Beckham formally handed Miami MLS franchise
Published On: January 30, 2018 10:10 AM NPT By: Reuters
MIAMI, Jan 30: Former England captain David Beckham was officially awarded a Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise in Miami on Monday with hopes that the team will begin playing in 2020.
Barca defender Pique extends contract until 2022
Published On: January 30, 2018 09:02 AM NPT By: Reuters
BARCELONA, Jan 30: Barcelona’s Spain defender Gerard Pique has signed a contract extension until 2022 which will take him beyond his 35th birthday, the Liga club said on Monday.
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