No FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcast deals signed in India, China
Discussions on the sale of media rights in both countries are ongoing, FIFA says weeks before the World Cup begins.
Nine workers killed in Colombia coal mine explosion
The national mining agency had warned weeks earlier that a buildup of gases at the mine could become dangerous.
Thiago Ávila’s letter from Israeli prison to his daughter
The Brazilian activist explains to his little girl his motivation to join the Gaza-bound humanitarian flotilla.
Explosion at fireworks factory in China kills 26, injures 61
Rescue efforts are still under way after a huge explosion ripped through China’s fireworks capital.
‘What comes next?’: Fear grips Pakistani families of Somali piracy victims
As piracy resurges off Somalia, families of hijacked tanker crew in Pakistan search for answers and help.
Crew of seized Iranian ship evacuated to Pakistan, gov’t says
Twenty-two crew members from the seized Iranian ship MV Touska have been transferred to Pakistan for repatriation.
Former NYC Mayor Giuliani hospitalised in ‘critical condition’
Spokesman says Giuliani in ‘critical but stable’ condition as President Trump hails ‘true warrior’.
Japan PM says Iran war oil crisis having ‘enormous impact’ in Asia Pacific
Sanae Takaichi makes comments during a visit to Australia, where she signs agreements on energy supplies.
North Korean women’s club to play rare football match in the South
Naegohyang FC will play the South’s Suwon FC on May 20 in the semifinal of the Women’s Asian Champions League.
All-round hero Hardie helps Babar Azam’s Peshawar Zalmi win PSL 2026
Hardie’s 4 wickets and 56 runs help secure Peshawar’s second PSL title with a five-wicket win over Hyderabad Kingsmen.