Saturday, February 02, 2008
Kings make it four on the trot
The Sydney Kings asserted their spot atop the NBL ladder with a convincing 104-85 win over the Perth Wildcats at Challenge Stadium in Perth on Saturday evening.[MORE]
Chadian rebels seize capital: report
Chadian rebels have seized the capital N'djamena after three hours of fighting with government troops, while President Idriss Deby was holed up in the presidential palace, a military source said.[MORE]
Crusaders down the Force
The Western Force surrendered a first-half lead to go down 12-7 to the Crusaders in their rugby trial match at Olympic Park on Saturday evening.[MORE]
Giro organisers leave big names out in the cold
Organisers of the Giro d'Italia have provoked controversy by leaving some top cycling teams on the sidelines for this year's race.[MORE]
Victoria edge past Warriors
The Bushrangers pulled off a thrilling two-wicket victory over Western Australia in their one-day domestic match at the WACA ground in Perth on Saturday evening.[MORE]
36ers upset Bullets, NZ down Dragons
The Adelaide 36ers continued to live up to their new giant-killer tag, downing the Brisbane Bullets 133-97 in Adelaide in an impressive display to keep their NBL play-off hopes alive on Saturday evening.[MORE]
Rebels enter Chad's capital, clash with troops
Chadian rebels seeking to overthrow President Idriss Deby have battled their way into the capital N'Djamena and have fought government troops around the presidential palace, diplomats and residents said.[MORE]
Extortion gang behind Philippine blast: official
A gang of extortionists preying on businessmen has claimed responsibility for bombing a tuna canning factory that killed three people in the southern Philippines, an official said.[MORE]
Man hospitalised after car's gas tank explodes
A man driving a suspected stolen car has suffered serious burns after the vehicle's gas tank exploded in Baldivis, south-east of Perth this afternoon.[MORE]
Pakistan clean sweep Zimbabweans
A youthful Pakistan led by Younis Khan's half-century upstaged Zimbabwe by seven wickets in the fifth and final limited overs international to blank the tourists 5-0 in the one-day series.[MORE]
Rebels enter Chad capital after heavy clashes
Rebel forces in Chad say they have entered the outskirts of the capital N'djamena, after heavy fighting with government troops. [MORE]
Presidential campaigning begins in Russia
Campaigning for presidential elections in Russia is officially beginning today, a month ahead of the vote. [MORE]
Lomu look-alike steals sevens win for NZ
New Zealand continue to dominate the world rugby sevens circuit with a late try by rising star Victor Vito securing a 22-17 win over Samoa in the final of the third leg in Wellington.[MORE]
2 policemen, militant killed in Pakistan clash
Two policemen and a pro-Taliban militant were killed in a firefight in north-western Pakistan, the latest in the spate of violence in the volatile region on the Afghan border, police said.[MORE]
Another undersea internet cable damaged: Indian firm
Another Middle East undersea internet cable has been damaged, adding to disruption in Indian online services caused when several lines were cut earlier this week, a cable operating firm said.[MORE]
Man Utd and Arsenal looking to break clear
After cobbling together a defence in recent games, Tottenham Hotspur manager Juande Ramos is spoiled for choice for their home game against leaders Manchester United on Sunday morning (Australian time) after a week of spending.[MORE]
Toddler rushed to hospital after lawnmower accident
A two-year-old boy has been injured in a shocking accident in south-east Queensland.[MORE]
Kanoute named African Footballer of the Year
Mali striker Frederic Kanoute won the 2007 African Footballer of the Year award, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced.[MORE]
Socceroos line-up to wait until last minute
The Socceroos should know after tonight the make-up of their side for Wednesday's first World Cup qualifier against Qatar in Melbourne.[MORE]
27 killed in fresh Kenyan clashes
Twenty-seven people have been killed in fresh violence in western Kenya, police say, bringing the toll in the past 24 hours to 37.[MORE]
Death toll soars after Baghdad blast
The toll from two bomb attacks on Baghdad markets has risen to 98 dead and 208 wounded, Iraqi security sources said.[MORE]
Sea Shepherd activists keen to return to sea
The two Sea Shepherd activists who were held captive on a Japanese whaling boat for three days plan to go back to sea as soon as possible.[MORE]
Battle expected in Chad as French expats prepare evacuation
Chadian officials are expecting a battle for the capital Ndjamena to begin as the French embassy called on its nationals to assemble for a possible evacuation.[MORE]
Fans flock to damp fan day
Around 15,000 fans have braved terrible weather at Sydney Olympic Park on Saturday to see players from all 16 NRL teams gathered for the first ever time.[MORE]
Five Indian sailors die on former US navy ship
A gas leak on a naval vessel has killed five soldiers taking part in an exercise in the Bay of Bengal, the Indian navy said.[MORE]
