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Serie A: Juventus on brink of title after win over Bologna

Serie A: Juventus on brink of title after win over Bologna

Douglas Costa sparked an emphatic comeback as Juventus closed in on a seventh successive Serie A title by recovering from a goal down to beat Bologna 3-1.

May 06, 2018, 17:29 PM IST
Family the focus for banned David Warner after tampering scandal

Family the focus for banned David Warner after tampering scandal

  Disgraced Australian cricketer David Warner said on Saturday he was humbled by the support received following the cheating scandal that rocked the sport, with the feisty opener refocused on his

May 05, 2018, 18:58 PM IST
North Korea goes back to the future - by 30 minutes

North Korea goes back to the future - by 30 minutes

The time-resetting is the first practical step taken after the historic third north-south summit meeting to speed up the process for the North and the South to become one

May 05, 2018, 07:45 AM IST
Malaysian badminton player Zulfadli Zulkiffli denies match-fixing, to appeal

Malaysian badminton player Zulfadli Zulkiffli denies match-fixing, to appeal

A Malaysian badminton player hit with a career-ending 20-year ban rejected allegations of match-fixing on Friday and said he will appeal, claiming he was involved in a spot of casino gambling but

May 04, 2018, 20:28 PM IST
Steven Gerrard confirmed as new Rangers boss

Steven Gerrard confirmed as new Rangers boss

  Rangers on Friday confirmed former Liverpool and England midfielder Steven Gerrard as their new manager, announcing he would join the Scottish Premiership club this summer on a four-year deal.

May 04, 2018, 20:21 PM IST
Caster Semenya athletics testosterone drama angers South Africa

Caster Semenya athletics testosterone drama angers South Africa

Anger is mounting in South Africa over new athletics rules prescribing maximum testosterone levels in female competitors widely seen as targeting the country's Olympic champion Caster Semenya.

May 04, 2018, 17:49 PM IST
Weary Liverpool face Champions League chase from Chelsea

Weary Liverpool face Champions League chase from Chelsea

Victory in any of Liverpool's three remaining games of the season at Stamford Bridge, home to Brighton on the final day of the Premier League season or against the might of Real Madrid in the

May 04, 2018, 10:57 AM IST
South Africa to fight testosterone rule over Caster Semenya

South Africa to fight testosterone rule over Caster Semenya

South Africa's athletics federation on Thursday said it would challenge new rules governing female athletes' testosterone levels, which affect the nation's Olympic champion Caster Semenya.

May 03, 2018, 22:44 PM IST
New Zealand weighing first Pakistan tour since 2003

New Zealand weighing first Pakistan tour since 2003

New Zealand say they are considering their first cricket tour to Pakistan since 2003 but Australia on Thursday shut the door on an appearance in the insurgency-wracked country.

May 03, 2018, 22:39 PM IST
'Proud' Semenya back on track after IAAF rule change

'Proud' Semenya back on track after IAAF rule change

The South African, the double Olympic 800 metres champion, will race in the 1500m in the opening of the IAAF's elite 14-meet competition. It will be her first outing since the rule changes were

May 03, 2018, 12:46 PM IST
Zuckerberg unveils plans for Facebook dating service

Zuckerberg unveils plans for Facebook dating service

Zuckerberg yesterday unveiled the plans as he addressed Facebook's annual F8 developers conference in San Jose, California -- emphasising that the focus would be on helping people find long-term

May 02, 2018, 17:50 PM IST
Xerox CEO to resign in settlement with top shareholders

Xerox CEO to resign in settlement with top shareholders

According to the Xerox statement CEO Jeff Jacobson is expected to be replaced by Keith Cozza as board chairman and John Visentin as CEO -- candidates supported by the two shareholders.

May 02, 2018, 11:49 AM IST
South Korean president asks UN to verify closure of North's test site

South Korean president asks UN to verify closure of North's test site

South Korean President Moon Jae-in has asked the United Nations to verify the planned closure of North Korea's nuclear test site, a UN spokesman said today.

May 02, 2018, 06:23 AM IST
Iran calls Netanyahu 'infamous liar' over nuclear allegations

Iran calls Netanyahu 'infamous liar' over nuclear allegations

Iran on Tuesday branded Israeli PM an "infamous liar" over his allegations of a secret Iranian nuclear weapons programme.

May 02, 2018, 00:53 AM IST
Floyd Mayweather legacy faces challenge from Thai 'dwarf giant'

Floyd Mayweather legacy faces challenge from Thai 'dwarf giant'

After a career laden with belts, cash and kudos, boxing great Floyd Mayweather Jr retired undefeated over 50 fights - but his flawless record faces an unlikely challenge from an obscure Thai fighter

May 01, 2018, 10:11 AM IST
Former Brazil coach accused of abusing young gymnasts

Former Brazil coach accused of abusing young gymnasts

A former coach of Brazil's national squad was fired by his gymnastics club after Brazilian TV reported he had sexually abused boys, presenting testimony from more than 40 victims.

May 01, 2018, 09:52 AM IST
Many journalists among dozens killed in multiple attacks across Afghanistan

Many journalists among dozens killed in multiple attacks across Afghanistan

Dozens were killed in multiple attacks across Afghanistan on Monday.

May 01, 2018, 00:23 AM IST
Israel has new 'proof' of Iran's nuclear weapons programme, says Benjamin Netanyahu

Israel has new 'proof' of Iran's nuclear weapons programme, says Benjamin Netanyahu

Israeli PM said Monday he had new "proof" of a secret Iranian nuclear weapons programme.

May 01, 2018, 00:17 AM IST
Victoria Azarenka back in Europe after US custody battle

Victoria Azarenka back in Europe after US custody battle

Former world number one Victoria Azarenka is returning to compete in Europe after a custody battle over her son prevented her from leaving the United States.

Apr 30, 2018, 21:11 PM IST
Real Madrid, Zinedine Zidane look to overcome Bayern Munich in Champions League semis

Real Madrid, Zinedine Zidane look to overcome Bayern Munich in Champions League semis

For Zidane, a third European crown as coach is now in sight, which would put him level with Carlo Ancelotti and Bob Paisley in the pantheon of successful managers.

Apr 30, 2018, 14:27 PM IST