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North Korea vow no more protests in Women's Asian Cup

North Korea vow no more protests in Women's Asian Cup

North Korea pledged Thursday there will be no more sideline protests during their Women's Asian Cup quarter-final with Australia after causing a stir against China.

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From Kyiv to UK, Ukrainian drone production spans Europe

From Kyiv to UK, Ukrainian drone production spans Europe

In an inconspicuous building near the UK's Mildenhall air base, drone manufacturer Ukrspecsystems is opening a new production line, like other Ukrainian arms companies looking to secure supply chain and boost capacity.

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China to approve 'ethnic unity' law condemned by rights groups

China to approve 'ethnic unity' law condemned by rights groups

China was set to approve Thursday what it called an "ethnic unity" law, which rights advocates warn could further marginalise minority groups like the Uyghurs.

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Alonso fears more pain in China with struggling Aston Martin

Alonso fears more pain in China with struggling Aston Martin

Fernando Alonso said Thursday he expects another difficult weekend wrestling with his new Aston Martin at the Chinese Grand Prix after failing to finish the season-opener in Australia.

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Djokovic ousted by Draper at Indian Wells as Alcaraz marches on

Djokovic ousted by Draper at Indian Wells as Alcaraz marches on

Novak Djokovic was dumped out by Jack Draper in a slugfest Wednesday as the defending champion won 4-6, 6-4, 7-6 (7/5) to reach the quarter-finals at Indian Wells.

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Australia to change fuel quality standards to boost supply

Australia to change fuel quality standards to boost supply

Australia will adjust fuel quality standards to allow higher sulfur levels for around two months in a move that will release 100 million litres into the domestic supply, officials said Thursday.

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Uber plans Tokyo robotaxi trial with Nissan and Britain's Wayve

Uber plans Tokyo robotaxi trial with Nissan and Britain's Wayve

Uber announced Thursday its first robotaxi partnership in Japan, teaming up with Nissan and British artificial intelligence autonomous driving startup Wayve for a trial this year in Tokyo.

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Bane powers Magic over Cavs for fifth NBA win in a row

Bane powers Magic over Cavs for fifth NBA win in a row

Desmond Bane scored 35 points, including a crucial late three-pointer, to spark Orlando's 128-122 victory over visiting Cleveland on Wednesday, stretching the Magic win streak to five games.

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Co-founder of Copenhagen's Noma steps down after abuse allegations

Co-founder of Copenhagen's Noma steps down after abuse allegations

The co-founder of Noma, several times crowned the best restaurant in the world, Danish chef Rene Redzepi said Thursday that he was stepping down, following reports of past abuse at his fabled restaurant.

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Force bank on veterans Beale and Bridge to dictate againt Hurricanes

Force bank on veterans Beale and Bridge to dictate againt Hurricanes

Western Force are banking on veterans Kurtley Beale and George Bridge to help turn around their Super Rugby season, with the pair charged with running a daunting game on Friday against the Wellington Hurricanes.

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