Djokovic, Alcaraz and Sinner in Australian Open round two, but Kyrgios out Aussie favourite Kyrgios says his first-round loss might be his last singles appearance in Melbourne. Carlos Alcaraz launched his bid for a first Australian Open crown by dismantling Kazakhstan’s Alexander Shevchenko in straight sets [Martin Keep/AFP] Published On 13 Jan 202513 Jan 2025…
Death threats, interrogation: Why football referee Mahsa Ghorbani left Iran Ghorbani, a female Iranian international football referee, fled to Sweden following security threats and unfair treatment. Mahsa Gorbani working as an international football referee [Courtesy: Mahsa Gorbani] By Saeedeh FathiPublished On 13 Jan 202513 Jan 2025 For years, Iran’s Mahsa Ghorbani, a pioneering women’s football referee,…
Nigerian air raid targeting bandits mistakenly kills civilians Nigerian air force launches investigation after reports say at least 15 people killed in air attack in Zamfara State. Nigerian air force jets display their fire power during an event [File: Sunday Alamba/AFP] Published On 13 Jan 202513 Jan 2025 An air raid targeting criminal gangs in…
Coaching ‘pods’ get mixed reaction from top players at Australian Open 2025 New court-side seating allows players to communicate with coaches and other team members during the match. Novak Djokovic in conversation with his coach Andy Murray during his first round match against Nishesh Basavareddy at the Australian Open [Edgar Su/Reuters] Published On 13 Jan…
EXPLAINER Why fire hydrants and water supply failed during Los Angeles wildfires The LA wildfires continue to burn, with Santa Ana winds set to intensify and challenges hampering rescue efforts. Battle to save LA from fires amid criticism authorities were ill-prepared By Sarah ShamimPublished On 13 Jan 202513 Jan 2025 California’s Los Angeles continues to grapple…
News Russia ‘prepared for any scenario’ on Ukraine war as Trump presidency nears The US president-elect has repeatedly promised to end the conflict in Ukraine, but the Kremlin has not endorsed any plans so far. President Vladimir Putin attends the Orthodox Christmas liturgy at the Church of St George the Victorious on Poklonnaya Hill in…
EXPLAINER Why are California inmates deployed to help fight LA wildfires? Canada and Mexico have offered to deploy firefighters as US inmates join in efforts to put out LA’s wildfires. A firefighter sets up a hose while fighting the Palisades Fire in Mandeville Canyon in Los Angeles [Eric Thayer/AP Photo] By Al Jazeera StaffPublished On 13…
Trump’s ‘all hell’ comments a threat to Hamas, says US VP-elect Vance JD Vance warns of consequences if Gaza captive deal does not happen, including US helping Israel knock out ‘final’ Hamas battalions. This picture taken from the Israeli side of the border with the Gaza Strip shows a smoke plume rising from explosions above…
Bomb disposal teams in Idlib are working to disarm landmines planted by the Assad regime.
A before and after video of a walking tour around the LA neighbourhood of Pacific Palisades shows the destruction caused