Russian-born Kasatkina says she will now represent Australia
Russian-born world number 12 Daria Kasatkina on Friday announced that she will now represent Australia after her application for permanent residency was accepted by the government.
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Davies' agent opts for diplomatic tone in wake of Canadian men's captain's knee injury
The war of words over Alphonso Davies' knee injury cooled somewhat Thursday with a conciliatory communique from the Canada captain's agent.
Israel says it intercepted missile launched from Yemen as EU opposes resumption of Gaza war
The Israeli military on Monday said it intercepted a long-range missile launched from Yemen over Jerusalem, triggering air raid sirens and explosions over the city.
U.S. and Canadian figure skaters hope sports can unify during world championships
American ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates always have been treated with such kindness and support from the people in their longtime training base in Montreal that Canada has become a second home for them.
US Defence Secretary leaks Yemen plans in secure chat with journalist, NSC probes
Top national security officials in the Trump administration, including the Defence Secretary, have reportedly sent war plans for upcoming military strikes in Yemen to a group chat in a messaging app that included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief, the magazine reported in a story published on Monday.
Week ahead: Global business activity data to offer clues on economic trajectory
Last week, global stock markets came under pressure as major central banks expressed concerns over growth and inflation, driven by Trump’s tariffs. Investors will now turn their attention to manufacturing and services Purchasing Managers’ Indexes (PMIs) for insights into the economic trajectory. Additionally, the EU summit on Ukraine aid and the bloc’s role in peace negotiations will be a key event for European equities.
Are spheres of influence making a comeback on the international stage?
Are spheres of influence making a comeback on the international stage?
Surprise World Cup Side Sudan Hold Senegal And Stay Top
Surprise packets Sudan survived a battering from star-stacked Senegal to force a 0-0 draw on Saturday, and remain top of African Group B in 2026 World Cup qualifying. Forced to stage home matches in Libyan city Benghazi because of the Sudanese civil war that has raged since April 2023, Sudan have 11 points halfway through the 10-round competition. Democratic Republic of Congo lie second with 10 points, Senegal have nine, Togo four, and Mauritania and South Sudan two each. The nine group winners in Africa qualify automatically for the World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.