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Australia says China warned of 'live fire' drill off east coast
China warned Australia Friday of potential "live fire" naval drills in international waters off the eastern coast, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said, as commercial flights were told to steer clear of the area.
Pakistan face India in Champions Trophy clash with no room for error
Pakistan face arch-rivals India in a Champions Trophy blockbuster on Sunday in front of a sell-out Dubai crowd knowing that another defeat will virtually end their title defence.
Nepal community fights to save sacred forests from cable cars
They appear tranquil soaring above Himalayan forests, but a string of cable car projects in Nepal have sparked violent protests, with locals saying environmental protection should trump tourism development.
Trump tariffs leave WTO adrift in eye of the storm
The World Trade Organization's entire mission is overseeing global trade, but US President Donald Trump's tariff offensive has left it adrift.
'Just two glasses': In Turkey, lives shattered by bootleg alcohol
Taskin Erduan thought he'd got a bargain: three litres of vodka for around $15. But it took only two glasses to kill the 51-year-old hairdresser who worked at an Istanbul salon.
Nissan shares jump 11% on reported plan to seek Tesla investment
Nissan shares surged 11 percent Friday after a report said a Japanese group including a former prime minister plans to ask US electric vehicle giant Tesla to invest in the automaker.
LeBron, Reaves dazzle as Lakers sink Blazers
LeBron James and Austin Reaves combined for 72 points as the Los Angeles Lakers bounced back to score a battling 110-102 road win over the Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA on Thursday.
Cambodia to resume demining after US aid waiver
Cambodian deminers are to resume operations to clear unexploded munitions, after the United States granted a waiver to keep funding the work in the country, officials said on Friday.
Canada enjoys emotional win as USA gets Olympic motivation
Canada's NHL stars celebrated an emotional 3-2 overtime victory over arch rival United States in Thursday's Four Nation Face-Off final while Americans took motivation for next year's Winter Olympics.
Trump aide warns Zelensky to stop hurling 'insults', start negotiating
The US national security advisor warned Ukraine's leader to stop hurling "insults" at Donald Trump, as pressure built Friday on Volodymyr Zelensky to sign away precious mineral rights in exchange for Washington's help defending against Russia.
Trump aid cut imperils water scheme in scorching Pakistan city
In one of the world's hottest cities, fresh and filtered water can quench the searing onslaught of climate change -- but US President Donald Trump's foreign aid freeze threatens its vital supply, an NGO says.
Monaco battle to save season after Champions League exit
This campaign started in such promising fashion for Monaco, but the principality club's midweek Champions League exit means they are left trying to rescue their season by securing qualification for the next edition of Europe's elite club competition.
Barcelona face Las Palmas with Liga lead strength test beckoning
Barcelona travel to Las Palmas on Saturday in La Liga aiming to do what they, champions Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid have failed to manage in recent weeks.
Just 17% of Japan citizens hold passport, data shows
Only around one in six Japanese citizens hold valid passports, fresh data has shown, with the number of residents travelling abroad slowly recovering but still below pre-pandemic levels.
Canada beats USA to win heated Four Nations Face-Off final
In an ice hockey grudge match of border rivals fueled by political tensions, "51st state" Canada defeated the United States 3-2 in overtime on Thursday to win the Four Nations Face-Off final.
Netanyahu orders 'intensive' West Bank operations after Israel bus blasts
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday ordered an "intensive operation against centers of terrorism" in the occupied West Bank, his office said, after three buses exploded in central Israel without causing any reported injuries.
Macario back to scoring ways as USA beat Colombia
Catarina Macario scored her first national team goal in nearly three years as the USA beat Colombia 2-0 in their opening game of the SheBelieves Cup on Thursday.
Australia's Cummins targets IPL for return from injury
Australia captain Pat Cummins said Friday he is targeting the Indian Premier League to make his return from a niggling injury that sidelined him from the Champions Trophy.
Most Asian markets rise as traders pick over week of headlines
Asian markets mostly rose Friday after a negative day on Wall Street as investors weigh the economic outlook in light of Donald Trump's tariffs drive and geopolitical machinations.
US sends migrants from Guantanamo to Venezuela
The United States deported 177 migrants from its military base in Guantanamo, Cuba to their homeland in Venezuela Thursday, the latest sign of cooperation between the long-feuding governments.
Japan's core inflation rate hits 19-month high
Japanese inflation accelerated in January, further pressuring households as prices excluding fresh food rose 3.2 percent on-year, government data showed Friday.
Israel says hostage body returned by Hamas not Bibas mother
Israel said Friday that one of the bodies returned from Gaza is not that of Shiri Bibas, as claimed by Hamas, and accused Palestinian "terrorists" of killing her two boys who have become symbols of the hostages' ordeal.
Trump aid cut imperils water scheme in Pakistan's hottest city
In Pakistan's hottest city, fresh and filtered water can quench the searing onslaught of climate change -- but US President Donald Trump's foreign aid freeze threatens its vital supply, an NGO says.
Big-gun Wallabies 'add energy' to Brumbies' Super Rugby campaign
ACT Brumbies coach Stephen Larkham says the return of six Wallabies, led by James Slipper and Allan Alaalatoa, has given the side added energy as they look to take down Western Force on Saturday.
Bus blasts rock central Israel in 'suspected terror attack'
Israeli police said that bombs on three buses exploded in the central city of Bat Yam on Thursday evening, with a local official saying there were no injuries.
Fishermen, sailing champions clean up trash-covered Rio island
Fisherman Jose Antonio Crispin recalls the days when he would throw out a net and get a decent haul of fish around Pombeba Island, a small oasis in Rio de Janeiro's iconic Guanabara Bay that is being suffocated by trash.
What is Brutalism? And why do architects hate 'The Brutalist'?
"The Brutalist," an epic drama loosely inspired by the life and work of architect Marcel Breuer, is one of the favorites for Sunday's Oscars.
How a 'forgotten' Minnesota monastery inspired 'The Brutalist'
On a snowy prairie in Minnesota stands a monastery like no other. A concrete trapezoid banner encasing a bell tower looms over a giant, beehive-shaped front window composed of hundreds of gently shimmering hexagons.
People can spread bird flu to their cats, US study suggests
A study published Thursday by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests that people can transmit bird flu to their domestic cats, with fatal consequences.
Blues coach braced for 'extremely competitive' Super Rugby season
Auckland Blues coach Vern Cotter is anticipating an "extremely competitive" Super Rugby season as the defending champions look to bounce back this weekend after being upset by Waikato Chiefs in round one.
Liverpool face wounded Man City as Premier League title race heats up
Liverpool's charge towards the Premier League title has slowed ahead of a trip to Manchester City on Sunday, giving Arsenal hope of closing in on the leaders.
Wallabies skipper Wilson extends Reds deal till 2029
Wallabies skipper Harry Wilson has signed a contract extension with Rugby Australia and the Queensland Reds until 2029, declaring: "This is the only place I want to be."