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Late eagle lifts Henley to Wyndham lead as Scott starts strong
Russell Henley had six birdies and an eagle in an eight-under par 62 on Thursday to grab the first round lead at the Wyndham Championship, where Adam Scott started strong in his bid to earn a PGA Tour playoffs berth.
US aims to deploy troops on tankers to deter seizures by Iran
The United States is preparing to deploy Marines and Navy personnel aboard commercial tankers transiting the Gulf as part of efforts to deter Iran from seizing ships, a US official said Thursday.
Thiem closes in on first final in three years
Injury-plagued Dominic Thiem on Thursday moved to within just one victory of reaching a first ATP final in three years when he battled into the last-four of the Kitzbuehel clay-court tournament.
US aims to deploy troops on tankers to deter seizures by Iran: official
The United States is preparing to deploy sailors and Marines aboard commercial tankers transiting the Gulf as part of efforts to deter Iran from seizing ships, a US official said Thursday.
London mayor unveils new support over road pollution charge
London's mayor announced Thursday increased financial support for owners of more polluting vehicles impacted by his contentious extension of a daily charge when driving them in the British capital.
Apple profits edge higher despite lower iPhone sales
Apple reported modestly higher quarterly profits Thursday despite another dip in revenues, as a record performance in services offset lower iPhone sales.
New York couple plead guilty to bitcoin laundering
A married couple from New York dubbed "Bitcoin Bonnie and Crypto Clyde" pleaded guilty on Thursday to laundering billions of dollars in stolen bitcoin, prosecutors announced.
Rashford eyes 40 goals in season and Rooney's Man Utd record
Marcus Rashford on Thursday predicted he could hit 40 goals this season, buoyed by hearing Wayne Rooney is backing him to break his Manchester United scoring record.
Amazon profit beats expectations on booming sales
Amazon on Thursday reported a quarterly profit that trounced market expectations, driven by strong sales helped by its annual Prime discount event.
Scott boosts playoff push, grabs early Wyndham lead
Adam Scott boosted his hopes of securing a place in the PGA Tour's FedEx Cup playoffs on Thursday after carding a five-under-par 65 to grab the early lead at the Wyndham Championship.
Trump pleads not guilty to election conspiracy charges
Former president Donald Trump pleaded not guilty on Thursday to historic charges of leading a criminal conspiracy that sought to defraud the American people by overturning the 2020 election.
World-beating Germany retain team sprint title
Germany retained their women's team sprint title and shattered their own world record at the cycling world championships on Thursday.
Jordan 'proud' of Hornets as sale of NBA team finalized
NBA legend Michael Jordan's tenure as a majority owner in the league officially ended Thursday as the sale of his stake of the Charlotte Hornets was approved by league governors.
Half million youths give pope rock star welcome in Lisbon
Half a million young people chanted, cheered and shouted on Thursday as they packed a Lisbon park to give Pope Francis a rock star welcome at the official opening ceremony of a global Catholic youth festival.
Defiant Trump in court to face election conspiracy charges
Former president Donald Trump arrived in federal court in the US capital on Thursday to answer historic charges of leading a criminal conspiracy that sought to defraud the American people by overturning the 2020 election.
Mexican bus carrying migrants crashes, killing 17
At least 17 people were killed and 22 injured Thursday when a bus carrying locals and migrants plummeted into a ravine in northwestern Mexico, authorities said.
West Indies stun India by four runs in first T20 International
West Indies stunned India by four runs to capture the opening Twenty20 International on Thursday as the tourists flopped in pursuit of a modest 150-run target.
Taylor Swift adds Canada tour dates after Trudeau plea
US superstar Taylor Swift announced Thursday several Toronto dates for her much-hyped world tour after a plea from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau not to skip Canada.
Freddie Mercury's private collection goes on show in UK
Among the trove of items are Freddie Mercury's signature crown and cloak ensemble, worn throughout Queen's 1986 'Magic' TourFrom fanciful costumes and working drafts of "Bohemian Rhapsody" to ashtrays and art, hundreds of items Freddie Mercury owned go on show in Britain on Friday before being sold next month.
Nigerian president calls for 'amicable resolution' of Niger crisis
Nigeria's president on Thursday told delegations from a West African bloc to do "whatever it takes" to reach an "amicable resolution" in Niger, as they embarked on talks in Niamey and the region to resolve the standoff following last week's coup.
Bangladesh's Tamim steps down as ODI captain
Tamim Iqbal stepped down on Thursday as captain of Bangladesh's one-day international side and pulled his name out of the Asia Cup to be held in Pakistan and Sri Lanka in August and September.
Orlando coach blasts ref and Messi 'circus' after derby defeat
Orlando City head coach Oscar Pareja says his team's defeat to Lionel Messi's Inter Miami on Wednesday was a "circus" and said that the Argentine should have been sent off.
Defiant Trump heads to court to face election conspiracy charges
Former president Donald Trump headed to federal court in the US capital on Thursday to answer historic charges of leading a criminal conspiracy that sought to defraud the American people by overturning the 2020 election.
52 hurt, 100 detained in clashes at Eritrean Stockholm festival
More than 50 people were injured and dozens detained in Stockholm Thursday as clashes broke out at an Eritrean pro-government festival, police and health officials said, with anti-government protesters trashing property at the site.
Pope gets rockstar welcome at Lisbon youth jamboree
Hundreds of thousands of chanting and flag-waving worshippers packed a Lisbon park on Thursday for a welcome ceremony for Pope Francis at a major Catholic youth festival.
Chelsea agree deal to sign Brighton goalkeeper Sanchez: reports
Chelsea have agreed a deal with Premier League rivals Brighton to sign goalkeeper Robert Sanchez for £25 million ($32 million) plus add-ons, reports said on Thursday.
Arsenal's Ramsdale pledges to call out homophobia
Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale has pledged to call out homophobia in football, revealing his deep pride in his gay brother.
AI anxiety: workers fret over uncertain future
The tidal wave of artificial intelligence (AI) barrelling toward many professions has generated deep anxiety among workers fearful that their jobs will be swept away -- and the mental health impact is rising.
Coup backers rally across Niger
Thousands of people rallied Thursday across Niger to show support for the coup that toppled democratically elected leader Mohamed Bazoum as US President Joe Biden demanded his immediate release.
Migrant boat rescue missions do not encourage crossings: study
Humanitarian operations to rescue migrants attempting the dangerous journey across the Mediterranean Sea do not encourage further crossings, a modelling study said on Thursday.
West Indies post 149-6 in 1st T20 against India
Captain Rovman Powell top-scored with 48 as the West Indies made 149-6 after winning the toss and batting in the first T20 against India on Thursday at the Brian Lara Stadium.
At least 7 hurt, 100 detained in clashes at Eritrean Stockholm festival
Seven people were injured and dozens detained in Stockholm Thursday as clashes broke out at an Eritrean pro-government festival, police and health officials said, with anti-government protesters trashing property at the site.