The military has arrested thousands of protesters and activists since its February 2021 coup that ended Myanmar’s brief democratic experiment and plunged the nation into turmoil. More than 5,800 prisoners — including 180 foreigners — will be freed, the junta said in a statement on Saturday, when the country marks 77 years of independence from […]
This new rivalry appears to be developing alongside the tension between Virat Kohli and the Australian media. In the initial round of the Bumrah versus Konstas contest, the 19-year-old Australian cricketer showcased his prowess during the previous Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) last week. He aggressively faced Bumrah, delivering an impressive batting performance […]
Brent crude futures rose 16 cents, or 0.2%, to $76.09 a barrel by 0132 GMT after settling at its highest since Oct. 25 on Thursday. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was at $73.32 a barrel, up 19 cents, or 0.3%, with Thursday’s close its highest since Oct. 14. Both contracts are on track for their […]
It was unclear whether the Presidential Security Service (PSS), which has previously blocked access by investigators with a search warrant to Yoon’s office and official residence, would try to stop him from being arrested. Yoon is under criminal investigation for insurrection over his Dec. 3. martial law attempt that stunned South Korea, Asia’s fourth-largest economy […]
The attacker, named by police as 45-year-old Aleksandar Aco Martinovic, initially killed four people when he opened fire after a brawl at a restaurant in Cetinje on Wednesday afternoon. He then shot dead eight people, including two children, at three other locations, prosecutor Andrijana Nastic said. The victims had close links to the gunman, police […]
Sanna Sonninen, director of the agency, said the inspection planned for later Thursday was in addition to an inquiry already underway by Finnish police. “On January 2, 2025, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency Traficom will start a control inspection,” she said in a statement. “We are inspecting in a way that does not interfere […]
“The Ministry of Interior, in cooperation with the Military Operations Department, begins a wide-scale combing operation in neighbourhoods of Homs city,” state news agency SANA said quoting a security official. The statement said the targets were “war criminals and those involved in crimes who refused to hand over their weapons and go to the settlement […]
In a candid discussion during the ICC Champions Trophy Tour in Sydney, Watson expressed regret over the missed opportunity to witness the iconic India-Pakistan rivalry unfold in Pakistan. “It’s unfortunate things have turned out this way, but everyone loves watching India-Pakistan games,” Watson said, reflecting on the rivalry that has always captured the imaginations of […]
The FBI was investigating whether the blast was an act of terrorism, officials said. Videos showed the vehicle exploding and flames pouring out of it, as it sat outside the hotel. The incident occurred just hours after a man drove a truck into crowds of New Year’s Day revelers in New Orleans, killing 15. The […]
With a lineup of major international tournaments and series, the cricketing calendar is brimming with excitement. Here are five key cricket events to watch in 2025: 1. ICC Champions Trophy (February-March) After an eight-year hiatus, the Champions Trophy returns, featuring the top eight teams in a high-octane competition. The hybrid hosting model addresses India’s security […]
