Lukashenko pardons 20 prisoners rights groups say were jailed for political reasons
Belarus' leader Alexander Lukashenko has pardoned a further 20 people who rights activists describe as political prisoners.
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Hungry Aryna Sabalenka Ready For More Slam Success
World number one Aryna Sabalenka says she is "fresh and ready to go" in her bid for a third straight Australian Open title, warning she has plenty of room for improvement. The 26-year-old enjoyed a sensational 2024, reaching seven finals and winning four titles, including the US Open. Her year was kickstarted by defending her Australian Open crown, beating China's high-flying Zheng Qinwen in the final. Should she win it again, she will become the first woman to claim three straight Melbourne Park singles titles since Martina Hingis between 1997-1999.
Canadiens' hockey boss has 'no concern' about GM's trip to Russia
Montreal executive vice-president of hockey operations Jeff Gorton says he has "no concern" about members of the Canadiens' front office travelling to Russia amid the country's invasion of Ukraine.
FIFA apologises for showing map of Ukraine without Crimea during 2026 World Cup draw
FIFA has apologised for displaying a map during the qualifying draw for the 2026 World Cup that excluded Crimea from Ukraine's territory, which Kyiv had criticised as an "unacceptable error".
Euroviews. Peace in Ukraine needs more than a plan
As the Trump administration is preparing an attempt to stop the war in Ukraine, Europe fears, for good reason, that it won’t have a place at the table where decisions are made.
Ireland drawn in group with Hungary, Armenia and Portugal or Denmark for World Cup qualifiers
The Republic of Ireland have been drawn into Group F for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Ireland enter World Cup qualifying draw: All you need to know
The Republic of Ireland are in the 2026 World Cup qualifying draw on Friday. Find out all you need to know.
Seven journalists arrested in Belarus in crackdown ahead of presidential election
Authorities in Belarus have arrested seven journalists who worked for an independent regional news outlet, a media watchdog has said, the latest move in a sweeping crackdown on dissent and freedom of speech by the country’s president, Alexander Lukashenko.