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SUZUKA: Kimi Antonelli took pole position for the Japanese Grand Prix ahead of Mercedes team-mate George Russell on Saturday as Max Verstappen suffered another qualifying nightmare. Mercedes have claimed one-two finishes at both grands prix so far in a flying start to the Formula One season and they were again dominant in dry conditions at … Read more
US President Donald Trump writes his signature, as he signs executive orders and proclamations in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC. PHOTO: Reuters When US President Donald Trump’s signature appears on $100 bills in June, it will end 165 years of the US Treasurer signing banknotes and place Trump among a … Read more
Investigation initiated under cybercrime law; he has been summoned for questioning Former Pakistani cricketer Ahmed Shehzad. Photo: Screengrab KARACHI: Former Pakistan cricketer Ahmed Shehzad has come under legal scrutiny after making allegations against a former national team captain, with authorities initiating an investigation under the country’s cybercrime laws, officials and sources said. Shehzad, who has … Read more
[From Las Vegas to the Côte d’Azur, high-profile chefs are taking their cuisine on the road.
Few islanders still observe Lent, but they cling to a tradition once seen as defying the all-powerful Roman Catholic Church.
Over 3,200 events planned across all 50 states, with two-thirds of participants expected from outside major cities A protester holds a sign reading “NO KINGS” with a crown illustration crossed out during a “No Kings” protest against US President Donald Trump’s policies, in Los Angeles, California, on October 18, 2025. PHOTO: REUTERS Thousands of rallies … Read more
AMSTERDAM: The Netherlands blunted Norway’s high-scoring attack and ended their 13-match unbeaten run with a 2-1 friendly victory at the Johan Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam on Friday. Norway were one of two European nations, with England, to win all eight of their qualifying group games. Including Nations League matches and friendlies, the only blip in … Read more
Leaders discuss security developments, military escalation, impact on international navigation, economy Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, meets with Volodymyr Zelenskiy, President of Ukraine, in the United Arab Emirates in this undated handout picture released March 28, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Saturday he had … Read more
[The challenges faced by a small-business owner near Moscow highlight how Russia’s war-drained economy is on the doorstep of a major crisis.
There has long been concern that the Houthis, an Iran-backed militia, could seek to disrupt shipping in the Red Sea if they entered the broader war.
