China says spying claims involving UK's Prince Andrew 'preposterous'
Beijing (AFP) – China on Tuesday said claims that a businessman had used his links with Britain's Prince Andrew to spy for Beijing were "preposterous", after the UK government voiced…
Japan to make renewables top power source by 2040
Tokyo (AFP) – Japan wants renewable energy to be its top power source by 2040 in a push to reduce dependence on coal and gas and become carbon neutral by…
Restoring Milan's Duomo, one statue at a time
Milan (Italy) (AFP) – In a workshop in the Milan suburbs, sculptor Giovanni Calderino completes his latest project -- a battered statue from the top of the Italian city's gothic…
Tehran malls close early to save energy: media
Tehran (AFP) – Malls and shopping centres in Iran's capital will limit opening hours starting Tuesday, closing two hours earlier to tackle severe energy shortages, local media said. Issued on:…
Hazlewood likely to miss rest of Australia
Brisbane (Australia) (AFP) – Australia pace spearhead Josh Hazlewood is likely to miss the rest of the India Test series after injuring his right calf during his warm-up before play…
Pistons top Heat in overtime, Nuggets edge Kings
Los Angeles (United States) (AFP) – Cade Cunningham delivered a triple-double and Tim Hardaway Jr. came up big in overtime as the Detroit Pistons held off Miami 125-124 in an…
Vikings dominate Bears, bolster bid for division crown
Los Angeles (United States) (AFP) – The Minnesota Vikings, already headed to the NFL playoffs, bolstered their bid for the NFC North division title on Monday, beating the Chicago Bears…
New Zealand great Southee bows out after 'incredible journey'
Hamilton (New Zealand) (AFP) – Tim Southee said he would never forget his "incredible journey" after the New Zealand great confirmed Tuesday he had retired fully from international cricket. Issued…
Double trouble: Kyrgios, Djokovic to pair up before Australian Open
Sydney (AFP) – Nick Kyrgios says he will play doubles with enemy-turned-friend Novak Djokovic at the Brisbane International starting later this month in the build-up to the Australian Open. Issued…
Bodies seen in Vanuatu capital after major quake
Sydney (AFP) – A powerful earthquake hit the Pacific island of Vanuatu on Tuesday, smashing buildings in the capital Port Vila including one housing the US and other embassies, with…