NZ adopts IOC new gender policy

SYDNEY: The New Zealand Olympic Committee on Friday acknowledged the amount of work that went into developing the new Olympic policy on the protection of the female category in elite sport and said it would ‌apply it with “respect and care”. The policy, unveiled by the International Olympic Committee on Thursday, introduces gene testing which … Read more

Govt expands Roshan Digital Account, allows foreign nationals, companies to invest

[ Move aims to strengthen links with financial markets and encourage foreign investment Russia’s S-400 missile defense system is one of the most advanced in the world and can hit enemy targets at up to 400 kilometers. PHOTO: AFP The government has decided to expand the scope of the Roshan Digital Account (RDA), allowing foreign … Read more

Vice President Vance takes forefront in US efforts to broker Iran peace: Report

Says Vance had a tense call with Netanyahu, where he questioned overly optimistic war expectations US Vice President JD Vance stands in the House Chamber prior to US President Donald Trump’s speech to a joint session of Congress at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, US, March 4, 2025.PHOTO: REUTERS United States Vice President JD … Read more

Farewell to New York’s 21-foot ‘dinosaur pigeon’ as High Line celebrates viral sculpture’s final bow

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Fans celebrate the High Line pigeon with a lively send-off party featuring costumes, music, games, and photos The towering aluminium pigeon by Iván Argote has spent the past 18 months captivating visitors along the High Line on Manhattan’s west side. Playful yet imposing, the sculpture quickly became a viral sensation – an icon that drew … Read more

Piastri fastest in Japanese GP practice

Oscar Piastri took pole position for the second time this weeked, following up on his sprint race display. Photo: REUTERS SUZUKA: McLaren’s Oscar Piastri recorded the fastest time in second free practice for the Japanese Grand Prix on Friday, ahead of Mercedes pair Kimi Antonelli and George ‌Russell. The 24-year-old Australian, who failed to start … Read more