McGregor denies allegation he sexually assaulted woman at NBA Finals
The Irish mixed martial arts star has been accused of the assault in a bathroom at game four of the NBA Finals in Miami, Florida, on June 9.
Fri Jun 16 2023
Filipino boxing legend Pacquiao to fight in S. Korea to raise money for war-torn Ukraine
Pacquiao, the only eight-division world champion in boxing history, will take on the South Korean mixed martial artist DK Yoo on Dec 11.
Tue Oct 11 2022
UFC 275: Jiri Prochazka submits Glover Teixeira in 5th round
Prochazka submitted Teixeira at 4:32 in the final round, putting an end to a grueling and thrilling title bout.
Sun Jun 12 2022
Soccer: Ferguson says Ronaldo should have started against Everton
Ronaldo came on just before the hour mark with United leading 1-0.
Tue Oct 05 2021
Mixed Martial Arts: Former UFC champion Khabib signed by Russian soccer club
In January, Nurmagomedov revealed his intentions to transition to soccer.
Sat Aug 14 2021
Adesanya retains belt in win over Marvin Vettori at UFC 263
Adesanya remains king of the UFC middleweight division.
Sun Jun 13 2021
MMA: PFL announces Loren Mack as SVP of corporate communications
The announcement came just weeks ahead of the start of the PFLs upcoming 2021 season.
Wed Apr 07 2021
UFC 260: Francis Ngannou beats Stipe Miocic to win heavyweight title
This time around, Francis Ngannou didn't let his big opportunity slip by.
Sun Mar 28 2021
Malaysian MMA scene to consolidate this year and pack a punch next year
The association will focus on developing the grassroots and foundation for amateur MMA as well as women's participation in the sport.
Thu Mar 11 2021
Afghanistan's first female breakdancer sets sights on Paris Olympics
In Afghanistan's conservative Islamic society, Manizha Talash stands out for being courageous enough to pursue her dream.
Wed Jan 27 2021
50-something Mike Tyson, Roy Jones Jr. hungry to fight again
The former heavyweight champion moved into a COVID-protective glass box and went nose-to-nose with Roy Jones Jr.
Sat Nov 28 2020
Mayweather returns to ring for Feb 2021 Tokyo bout
Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather will return to the ring with a fight in Tokyo in February 2021
Mon Nov 16 2020
Budget 2021: Government cannot be seen as trying to politicise lives, livelihoods - Dr Dzul
Dr Dzulkefly said the 2021 Budget was very disappointing as it does not really take the opportunity to change health spending.
Wed Nov 11 2020
Mixed Martial Arts: Dominant Khabib calls time on undefeated MMA career
Khabib Nurmagomedov retires after choking out Gaethje to retain UFC lightweight crown.
Sun Oct 25 2020
MMA: Khabib can be greatest of all time, says UFC's Dana White
Khabib will put his belt and a 28-0 win-loss record on the line on Saturday when he faces Gaethje in a unification bout at Yas Island.
Sat Oct 24 2020
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024