Simone Biles in ‘heartbreaking’ drama as medal stripped
Controversy has erupted in Olympic gymnastics after a medal was stripped in extremely cruel circumstances.
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Jordan asks airlines to carry extra fuel amid Iran-Israel tension
LONDON: Jordan has required all airlines landing at its airports to carry 45 minutes of fuel in reserve, in what experts say is a precautionary measure in the event of an Iranian attack on Israel. Some airlines are already avoiding Iranian and Lebanese airspace and cancelling flights to Israel and Lebanon, as concerns grow over … Read more
Victoria to be ‘work from home haven’
One Australian state has welcomed workers who want to continue working from home, as staff elsewhere return to the office.
Do a Slingers! Matt Wearn on course for Olympic glory
At the last Olympics he only had to start and finish the Medal Race to win his gold. This time around Matt Wearn has a little more work to do to defend his crown.
Investment tenders for 6 Saudi football clubs announced
RIYADH: The Ministry of Sports, in collaboration with the National Center for Privatization & PPP, or NCP, announced on Sunday that tenders have been issued for six sports clubs, targeting local and international investors. The clubs included in this phase are Al-Zulfi, Al-Nahda, Al-Okhdood, Al-Ansar, Al-Orouba and Al-Kholoud. This announcement follows the ministry’s sports club … Read more
Major update in deadly legionnaires outbreak
A major breakthrough has been made in the investigation into a deadly outbreak that has claimed the lives of two Australians.
Controversial swimmer kicked out of village for ‘inappropriate’ behaviour
Paraguayan swimmer Luana Alonso received the marching orders from the athletes' village after
Egypt records 10.3% drop in trade deficit value
RIYADH: Growth in the United Arab Emirates’ non-oil private sector remained steady in July, but posted the slowest improvement in nearly three years, an economic indicator showed. According to the S&P Global Purchasing Managers' Index, the Emirates' PMI fell to 53.7 in July from 54.6 the previous month, as competitive conditions, rising pricing pressures and … Read more
Tributes flow for father killed in mine tragedy
A coal miner has been remembered as a beloved family man after his tragic death in a mine on Saturday.
Olympics day 10: Live updates from Paris
We’re used to seeing Simone Biles soaring through the air with perfect form and standing on the medal podium, but not like this.
