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Owens' Wales need England win to restore pride after turbulent times

Owens' Wales need England win to restore pride after turbulent times

Wales captain Ken Owens said on Friday his team desperately need to beat England in the Six Nations this weekend to restore pride in the Welsh jersey after turbulent times that saw a player strike averted midweek.

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Groenewegen wins mass sprint extravaganza at UAE Tour

Groenewegen wins mass sprint extravaganza at UAE Tour

With many of the cycling world's best sprinters in the pack at the UAE Tour Dutch rider Dylan Groenewegen threw down an early-season marker Friday winning stage five of the UAE Tour.

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British Airways parent IAG flies back into annual profit

British Airways parent IAG flies back into annual profit

IAG, owner of British Airways and Spanish carrier Iberia, announced Friday a return to profit in 2022 as the global aviation sector reopened from Covid lockdowns.

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Man Utd forward Rashford a doubt for League Cup final

Man Utd forward Rashford a doubt for League Cup final

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag said on Friday he does not know whether in-form Marcus Rashford will be available for the League Cup final against Newcastle this weekend.

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Tank wreck, protests mark war anniversary in Europe

Tank wreck, protests mark war anniversary in Europe

Activists on Friday parked a bombed-out Russian tank in front of the Russian embassy in Berlin, with thousands of protesters across Europe due to march against Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.

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Yen drops on Japan rates outlook, stocks scatter

Yen drops on Japan rates outlook, stocks scatter

Equity markets moved in mixed directions Friday, while the yen dropped after the incoming head of Japan's central bank showed no intention of altering its policy of avoiding interest-rate rises.

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Saka used to getting 'kicked and fouled', admits Arsenal boss Arteta

Saka used to getting 'kicked and fouled', admits Arsenal boss Arteta

Mikel Arteta has backed Bukayo Saka to cope with the rough treatment meted out by opponents but says the Arsenal winger can also learn ways to cope better with being targeted.

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France's Haouas replaces banned Atonio against Scotland

France's Haouas replaces banned Atonio against Scotland

Tight-head prop Mohamed Haouas replaces suspended Uini Atonio in holders France's team to face Scotland in the Six Nations this weekend, head coach Fabien Galthie said on Friday.

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G7 to urge countries against military aid to Russia: Japan PM

G7 to urge countries against military aid to Russia: Japan PM

A virtual Group of Seven summit on Friday will call on countries to not send military aid to Russia, Japan's prime minister said, ahead of the meeting marking one year since the invasion of Ukraine.

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England goalkeeper Pickford signs new Everton deal

England goalkeeper Pickford signs new Everton deal

England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford has signed a new long-term contract with Everton, committing his future to the Premier League club until June 2027.

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