French international back Virimi Vakatawa signed for the Fijian Drua on Friday, despite being forced to retire more than three years ago due to a heart problem.
Kevin Warsh, a former US Federal Reserve official tipped to be named its chief by President Donald Trump on Friday, was long an inflation foe but has aligned his views with those of Trump officials seeking aggressive interest rate cuts.
Alexander Zverev said Carlos Alcaraz shouldn't have been allowed a medical timeout for apparent cramp in their marathon semi-final Friday -- but does not want it to overshadow "one of the best battles ever" at the Australian Open.
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Politics
Hong Kong tycoon Li Ka-shing and his conglomerate CK Hutchison have been tied up in global US-China rivalry since announcing a controversial $19 billion sale of strategic ports in Panama last year.
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Economy
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Eileen Gu soared to double Olympic gold as a teenager four years ago but it was the colour of her passport which drew as much scrutiny as her stunning displays.
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US President Donald Trump, Melania Trump and top administration officials attended the premier Thursday night of the first lady's new movie promising a behind-the-scenes glimpse at her husband's return to power.
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The US Senate edged closer to a vote Friday on a funding deal to avert a government shutdown following a bitter standoff over President Donald Trump's sweeping immigration crackdown.
January 30, 2026
Tina and Milo, the ermine and stoat mascots of the upcoming 2026 Olympic Games in Italy, are already everywhere -– smiling on stuffed animals, posters, mugs and T-shirts.
January 30, 2026
Education
A purple-haired anti-migrant cartoon character featured in a UK government anti-extremism programme has been co-opted by the far right, appearing in AI-generated videos circulating around Europe and the United States.
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A ham-fisted attempt to ramp up Malaysia's footballing fortunes with foreign-born players has backfired, critics say, sparking soul-searching and calls to redouble the focus on homegrown talent.
Panama's Supreme Court annulled on Thursday the concession allowing Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison to operate ports at the Panama Canal, a year after US President Donald Trump threatened to seize the crucial passageway claiming China controlled it.
In 1984, Lamine Gueye carved out a piece of Olympic history in Sarajevo by becoming the first Black African to compete in the Winter Games.
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday threatening to impose additional tariffs on countries that sell oil to Cuba, further increasing pressure on the communist-led island.
January 30, 2026
Sports
An insatiable work ethic and commanding court presence has propelled Aryna Sabalenka to the cusp of a fifth Grand Slam title, a far cry from the talented but mentally fragile player of her younger days.
January 30, 2026
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Montauban head coach Sebastien Tillous-Borde is confident that his basement-sitters can save their Top 14 status despite losing 13 of their 15 league matches this season.
Midfielder Jamal Musiala has made a timely return for a Bayern Munich side who have grown weary in recent weeks as they continue to fight on three fronts.
Born in Moscow but playing for Kazakhstan, Australian Open finalist Elena Rybakina once said that "I don't live anywhere, to be honest".
Fire meets fire when hard-hitting Aryna Sabalenka clashes with big-serving Elena Rybakina in the women's Australian Open final on Saturday.
January 30, 2026
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