Stocks struggle on rate fears
Stock markets wavered on Thursday, weighed down by concerns about China's economy and fears of more US interest-rate hikes.
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Stokes calls for understanding for cricketers in 'changing landscape'
Ben Stokes has urged understanding for players who choose to optimise their earning potential at the expense of international duty, saying "the landscape of cricket is changing in front of our eyes".
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Molano beats Groves in sprint to stage 12 Vuelta victory
Juan Sebastian Molano sprinted to stage 12 victory in the Vuelta a Espana on Thursday, while Sepp Kuss kept the red jersey.
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Gymnastics great Biles targets 2024 Paris Games
With her comeback gaining steam, US gymnastics great Simone Biles said Thursday she would "love" to chase more gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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Cheika plumps for experience in Argentina side to play England
Argentina coach Michael Cheika named an experienced side to play their World Cup Pool D opener against England in Marseille on Saturday.
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Saudi Arabia misses out as WTA Finals handed to Mexico
Cancun will host the WTA Finals October 29-November 5, the WTA announcing Thursday the Mexican resort would stage the season ending tournament after reports that Saudi Arabia was front-runner to land the event.
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Apple shares fall on reports of China iPhone restrictions
Apple shares fell sharply for a second straight session Thursday following reports of significant Chinese restrictions on iPhones at government offices and state-backed entities.
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Armenia says Azerbaijan preparing fresh 'military provocation'
Armenia on Thursday accused arch-foe Azerbaijan of preparing a "fresh military provocation" by massing troops on their border and near the breakaway Nagorno-Karabakh region.
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Bavuma carries bat for 114 as South Africa struggle against Australia
South African captain Temba Bavuma carried his bat for a defiant century as his team were bowled out for 222 in the first one-day international against Australia at the Mangaung Oval on Thursday.
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Scientists grow human-like kidneys in pigs
Chinese scientists have succeeded in growing kidneys containing human cells in pig embryos, a world first that could one day help address organ donation shortages.
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