Pliskova rallies to reach first Wimbledon final
Former world number one Karolina Pliskova reached her maiden Wimbledon final after coming back from a set down to beat second seed Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus 5-7 6-4 6-4 Thursday.
Countercultural filmmaker Robert Downey Sr. dies at 85
‘He was a true maverick filmmaker, and remained remarkably optimistic throughout,’ Downey Jr. wrote. ‘According to my stepmom’s calculations, they were happily married for just over 2000 years.’
Lebanon gas station worker breaks gender barrier
Working long hours filling up gas, Amani Muneimneh challenges gender stereotypes beneath a scorching sun and facing long fuel queues.
Kabul sends in commandos as Taliban surround Afghan city
Afghan commandos battled the Taliban for control of a provincial capital Thursday as the president insisted they had the capacity to defeat the insurgents even with a complete US troop … Read More
Beating England at Wembley would be a dream says Verratti
Italy midfielder Marco Verratti said beating England at Wembley in the Euro 2020 final Sunday would be a dream, insisting his side go into the match with no fear.
Attacks on US in Iraq becoming dangerous cycle
A truck reduced to twisted metal lies beside a blast-shattered mosque, after the latest pro-Iranian attack against US interests in Iraq, which experts warn is far from the last.
England dare to dream after setting up Euro 2020 final against Italy
England fans woke up bleary-eyed Thursday to the reality of a first major tournament final in 55 years after a momentous win against Denmark set up a Euro 2020 showdown … Read More
US, France seek Saudi support to help Lebanon out of crisis
The United States and France have embarked on a joint diplomatic activity seeking Saudi support aimed at helping Lebanon out of its crippling economic and political crises, officials said Thursday, … Read More
Lebanon records 400 new virus cases, announce jabs drive
Lebanon recorded 400 new coronavirus cases and two deaths in the last 24 hours, the Health Ministry said Thursday, as it announced a new two-day “grab a jab” campaign to … Read More
Barty beats Kerber to reach first Wimbledon final
Top seed Ash Barty became the first Australian woman to reach the Wimbledon singles final for 41 years after beating former champion Angelique Kerber 6-3 7-6(3) Thursday.