Trump taps Tony Blair, US military head for Gaza
US President Donald Trump on Friday gave a key role in post-war Gaza to former British prime minister Tony Blair and appointed a US officer to lead a nascent security force.
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China bids to host secretariat of new high seas treaty
China on Friday proposed to host the secretariat of a new treaty governing the high seas, a surprise bid that underscores Beijing's desire to have greater influence over global environmental governance.
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Mets sign Bichette after Tucker opts for Dodgers: reports
The New York Mets have signed Bo Bichette to a blockbuster contract after missing out on high-profile target Kyle Tucker to the Los Angeles Dodgers, US media reported Friday.
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'We don't want to lose him': Trump says of aide tipped to head Fed
US President Donald Trump signaled Friday that he would be reluctant to lose his economic adviser Kevin Hassett, a top contender to be the next Federal Reserve chairman.
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Milan menswear fashion week heads to the slopes
Milan's menswear fashion week began on Friday, with very wintry, sporty shows from Ralph Lauren and Dsquared2.
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Man Utd retains 'magic' feel for Carrick
Michael Carrick believes the allure around Manchester United has survived years of declining fortunes on the field as he begins his short-term stint as manager at Old Trafford.
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Petrokina dazzles with European figure skating title
Estonian Niina Petrokina became European figure skating champion for the second consecutive time after a magnificent free programme in Sheffield on Friday.
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'Magical' Dembele brace fires Paris Saint-Germain top in France
Ousmane Dembele scored twice as champions Paris Saint-Germain climbed top of Ligue 1 on Friday with a dominant 3-0 win over Lille at a rainy Parc des Princes.
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Bath cruise against Edinburgh as Bulls stun Pau in Champions Cup
English champions Bath ensured a top seeding for the Champions Cup knock-out stages with a nine-try bonus point 63-10 thumping of Edinburgh on Friday.
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Ugandan opposition says leader seized by army helicopter after election
Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine was forcibly taken away in an army helicopter from his home on Friday, his party said, a day after elections marred by reports of violence.
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