Tennis - Nadal says stronger penalties needed to curb player outbursts
Players lashing out at umpires is hurting the sport and stiffer penalties need to be imposed to discourage it from happening, Nadal said.
Fri Mar 11 2022
'I'm not perfect,' says Djokovic after losing cool at Italian Open
Novak Djokovic's frustration boiled over once again as he smashed his racket in a fit of rage during his win over Dominik Koepfer.
Sun Sep 20 2020
Malaysia-Thai polo game determined by shootout due to rain
In the shootout, the umpire would determine which goal to use and each player, in turn, and alternating teams, would attempt one hit from the 60-yard line to an undefended goal.
Sat Aug 26 2017
Prickly Djokovic thrashes Goffin, picks row with umpire
Defending champion Novak Djokovic trounced stand-in David Goffin 6-1 6-2 for a clean sweep of his group at the ATP World Tour Finals on Thursday.
Thu Nov 17 2016
Tennis: Raging Djokovic sent crashing in Shanghai
Novak Djokovic smashed his racquet, angrily tore his shirt and raged at the chair umpire as he was stunned in the Shanghai Masters semi-finals.
Sat Oct 15 2016
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