Smooth-starting Australia dominate SailGP day one in Sydney
SYDNEY - Australia dominated on the first day of the third round of the SailGP season on Saturday as skipper Tom Slingsby nailed his starts to give the home team wins in two of the four races in ...
How to stop Saquon Barkley? Kansas City Chiefs know they face ultimate test
The explosive running-back has transformed the Eagles offence with his incredible power, speed and technique. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Weekend Trip: 6 street food joints in Bangkok worth a queue or detour
Dine on crab meat omelette, fried oysters, tom yum noodles in a milkshake-thick broth and more. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Lithuania cuts Russian power grid ties as Baltics prepare to link with EU
VILNIUS - Lithuania said on Saturday it had disconnected its electricity system from Russia's power grid, part of a plan ...
Leaders from Eastern and Southern African blocs seek solutions to Congo conflict
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania - Leaders from Eastern and Southern African regional blocs gather in Tanzania on Saturday to seek a ...
311-year-old Stradivarius violin sells for $15m at Sotheby’s auction
NEW YORK – A 311-year-old Stradivarius violin sold for US$11.25 million (S$15 million) at Sotheby’s on Feb 8, in a closely watched auction that drew interest from investors, collectors and classical ...
South Korean parents investigated for 2-year-old’s death; fed toddler buldak noodle sauce, soju
The parents allegedly fed the child buldak sauce, known for its intense spiciness. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Guardiola denies Man City's January spending due to transfer embargo fears
Manchester City's January spending was not a precautionary measure for a future transfer embargo, manager Pep Guardiola said, adding the club would learn the verdict of a hearing into their alleged ...
Mum’s the word as Belinda Bencic stuns Elena Rybakina to reach Abu Dhabi final
Her 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 triumph was her first top-five victory since becoming a mother. Read more at straitstimes.com.
China urges Panama to ‘make right decision’ after announcing Belt and Road exit
BEIJING - China expressed regret on Feb 8 over Panama's intention to leave Beijing's Belt and Road Initiative, urging the ...
As Luka Doncic’s debut awaits, Los Angeles Lakers welcome Indiana Pacers
It was reported that the Doncic era in Los Angeles will begin on Feb 10 against the Utah Jazz. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Ye takes back apology and calls himself a Nazi in social media rant
NEW YORK – Ye, the rapper and designer formerly known as Kanye West, took back the apology he made in 2023 for his past ...