Women’s World Cup: Philippines stun co-hosts New Zealand with 1-0 victory

Sarina Bolden’s goal proved decisive in their 1-0 win over New Zealand, spoiling the party for the co-hosts. ADVERTISEMENT The Philippines made history at their first Women’s World Cup with…

Who is Ted Pick, Morgan Stanley’s new CEO?

After 33 years with the Wall Street giant, Pick will take over as CEO at the start of next year. ADVERTISEMENT Banking veteran Ted Pick is set to become the…

Ukrainian fencer Olga Kharlan disqualified after refusing to shake her opponent’s hand

More Ukrainian athletes could be competing against Russian opponents in Olympic qualifying events after a change in policy. A controversial fencing match Thursday highlighted the difficulties that could bring. ADVERTISEMENT…

FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried takes the stand in fraud trial

The crypto magnate has testified without the jury present so the judge can decide which parts of the testimony to allow. The case has been called one of the biggest…

Dutch cyclist Demi Vollering wins maiden women’s Tour de France title

26-year-old Demi Vollering secured her title after coming in second in the individual time trial on Sunday. ADVERTISEMENT After securing the yellow jersey on Saturday, nothing was going to stop…

Shares in Air France-KLM and British Airways-owner IAG drop despite record revenue

Investors are spooked by rising fuel costs despite a booming post-pandemic demand for travel. ADVERTISEMENT Air France-KLM reported an operating profit of €1.34 billion for the July to September period,…

2 officers shot and 2 hostages found dead in Austin, officials say

Three people were killed, including a police officer, after a suspect held several people hostage early Saturday in Austin, Texas, and engaged police in a shootout, officials said. A second officer…

F1 defending champion Max Verstappen wins Belgian Grand Prix

Despite a five-place grid penalty, making him start in 6th place, the Dutchman went on to win Sunday’s race, finishing 22.3 seconds ahead of teammate and fellow redbull driver, Sergio…

‘A missile can come at any moment’: Ukrainian businesses defy uncertainty despite looming threats

Despite the ravages of war, businesses in Kramatorsk, a front-line city in Ukraine’s Donetsk region, are displaying considerable resilience. ADVERTISEMENT In a city where damaged buildings are everywhere, a destroyed…

Women’s World Cup: Ireland officialy knocked out while Spain survive after heavy defeat

Mixed fortunes for Europe as Ireland fail to secure a single point in the tournament and Spain make it through to the next stage despite conceding four against Japan. ADVERTISEMENT…