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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
On Russian invasion anniversary, Zelensky eyes 'victory this year'
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed Friday to do everything to defeat Russia this year, with Kyiv announcing preparations for a counter-offensive on the first anniversary of Europe's largest conflict since World War II.
S.Africa's Eskom gets interim head after CEO's sudden exit
Beleaguered South African power utility Eskom appointed an interim CEO on Friday, capping a week of high drama marked by a bombshell interview in which the firm's previous head accused the ruling party of graft.
Inside Pique's Kings League, turning sport to spectacle
A masked La Liga player, a special card to send off an opponent, club presidents taking penalties and Gerard Pique himself opining on a new rule voted for by viewers.
Scotland's Watson 'back to full fitness' for France Six Nations trip
Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend said on Friday flanker Hamish Watson is fully fit to return to the team to face France in the Six Nations this weekend after returning from concussion, the Scottish Rugby Union (SRU) announced on Friday.
Ocean Race sailors ready for 'extreme' leg in icy waters
On the docks of Cape Town, crews are making the final checks ahead of the most challenging stage of the world's longest sailing race.
Scotland's Watson returns for France Six Nations trip
Flanker Hamish Watson will return to the Scotland team to face France in the Six Nations this weekend after returning from concussion, the Scottish Rugby Union (SRU) announced on Friday.
Southampton appoint Ruben Selles as manager until end of season
Premier League strugglers Southampton on Friday named Ruben Selles as their manager until the end of the season.
Markets mixed, Tokyo rallies as BoJ nominee backs loose policy
Equity markets were mixed Friday, with traders still occupied by long-running interest rate worries, though Tokyo rallied after Japan's incoming central bank head made the case for keeping its ultra-loose policy.
Zelensky vows victory one year after Russian invasion
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky promised victory against Russia on Friday on the one-year anniversary of Europe's largest conflict since World War II, as commemorations were held by Kyiv's Western allies.
Breakup with France stokes divisions in Burkina Faso
The ochre, weather-worn walls and tree-lined canal give a sense of tranquillity to the University of Ouagadougou, the highest institute of learning in crisis-stricken Burkina Faso.
Hong Kong martial arts coach jailed for inciting subversion
A martial arts teacher accused of running an armed movement to overthrow Hong Kong and China's governments was jailed for five years on Friday under the city's national security law.
Japan football chiefs neglecting women's game, says former striker
Former striker Yuki Nagasato accused Japan's football association of neglecting the women's game ahead of this year's World Cup after it failed to find a broadcaster for the SheBelieves Cup.
Telecom firms aim to shrug off slump at annual get-together
Telecom companies will aim to put a positive spin on their current slump in fortunes when they gather in the Spanish city of Barcelona on Monday for the annual Mobile World Congress (MWC), the biggest event in the industry’s calendar.
Magnificent Brook puts England in charge of New Zealand Test
Red-hot Harry Brook made a majestic 184 not out to put England firmly in control against New Zealand in the second Test in Wellington on Friday.
Celtics escape Pacers in overtime, Nuggets and 76ers claw out wins
NBA conference leaders Boston and Denver were pushed to the limit on Thursday, the Celtics escaping in a 142-138 overtime triumph over Indiana and the Nuggets edging the Cavaliers in Cleveland.
Crumbling Pakistan economy puts children's futures on hold
Sixteen-year-old Nadia makes the one-hour journey to and from her employer's house on foot each day, stopping frequently along the congested streets of Lahore so her mother can rest her weary legs.
Brook, Root centuries put England in charge of New Zealand Test
Red-hot Harry Brook made a majestic 184 not out to put England firmly in control against New Zealand in Wellington on Friday in the second Test.
Modi calls for World Bank reform at G20 finance meet
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi added his voice Friday to calls for the reform of global lenders such as the World Bank, as G20 finance ministers and central bank heads met.
China urges Russia, Ukraine to hold talks, warns against using nuclear weapons
China called on Friday for Russia and Ukraine to hold peace talks as soon as possible, while insisting that nuclear weapons must not be used in their conflict.
North Korea fires more missiles after US-South Korea nuclear drill
North Korea said Friday it had fired cruise missiles and claimed that ramped-up US-South Korean military drills "can be regarded as a declaration of war".
Celtics escape Pacers in overtime, Nuggets and 76ers battle to wins
NBA conference leaders Boston and Denver were pushed to the limit on Thursday, with the Celtics escaping in a 142-138 overtime triumph over Indiana and the Nuggets edging the Cavaliers in Cleveland.
For RV community, giant Carter peanut statue a beacon for home
In Jimmy Carter’s hometown of Plains, Georgia, a giant roadside statue of a peanut bearing the former president's toothy grin draws carloads of tourists, but for those living in the camper park directly behind it, the enormous caricature signifies home.
China urges Russia, Ukraine to resume talks, warns against using nuclear weapons
China called Friday for Russia and Ukraine to hold peace talks as soon as possible, while insisting that nuclear weapons must not be used in their conflict.
Warhol in the desert: flamboyant art icon pops up in Saudi
Andy Warhol's iconic portraits of stars such as Marlon Brando and Dolly Parton are on display in the Saudi desert, at a show intended to reframe the kingdom's forbidding reputation.
Three contenders in race to become Scotland first minister
Three contenders are in the running to succeed long-serving Scottish National Party (SNP) chief Nicola Sturgeon.
Politician's views on gay marriage roils Scotland leadership race
Nominations for a leader to succeed First Minister Nicola Sturgeon as head of Scotland's ruling party will close on Friday amid an uproar over a top contender's conservative views on gay marriage.
Brook century puts England in charge of second New Zealand Test
Red-hot Harry Brook smacked his fourth century in just six Tests to put England firmly in control against New Zealand in Wellington on Friday.