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Hornets free agent Bridges avoids jail in domestic violence case
Miles Bridges, a restricted free agent with the NBA's Charlotte Hornets, pleaded no contest to felony domestic violence charges in California and agreed to a three-year probation, prosecutors in Los Angeles said Thursday.
Egypt's COP27 climate summit comes at a 'watershed moment'
Leaders of a divided world meet in Egypt on Monday tasked with taming the terrifying juggernaut of global warming as they face gale-force geopolitical crosswinds, including the war in Ukraine and economic turmoil.
Arctic fires could release catastrophic amounts of C02: study
Global warming is responsible for bigger and bigger fires in Siberia, and in the decades ahead they could release huge amounts of carbon now trapped in the soil, says a report out Thursday.
MLS open to playoff revamp: Garber
Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber said Thursday the league was open to revamping its playoff format amid reports the postseason could be expanded to 16 teams.
NBA's Nets suspend Irving at least five games in anti-semitism furore
The Brooklyn Nets suspended Kyrie Irving for at least five games on Thursday, saying they were "dismayed" by the NBA star's response after he was criticized for posting a link to anti-semitic material.
UK researchers cure man who had Covid for 411 days
British researchers announced Friday they have cured a man who was continually infected with Covid for 411 days by analysing the genetic code of his particular virus to find the right treatment.
Gordon seizes PGA Mexico lead with Scheffler, Hovland in hunt
Will Gordon matched the lowest round of his PGA career with a nine-under par 62 to grab a one-stroke lead after Thursday's opening round of the PGA Mayakoba Championship.
Man Utd fall short of Europa League top spot, Arsenal into last 16
Manchester United failed to usurp Real Sociedad at the top of Europa League Group E despite a 1-0 win in San Sebastian, as Arsenal did secure their place in the last 16 on Thursday.
Andrade makes history for Brazil by winning world all-around gymnastics title
Brazil’s Rebeca Andrade grabbed all-around gold at the World Gymnastics Championships in Liverpool on Thursday to cement her status as the sport’s newest megastar.
Canada sees lower deficit in updated fiscal plan, possible 2023 recession
Canada's government announced modest new spending in an updated fiscal plan Thursday, as windfall revenues allow it to slash its budget deficit ahead of a possible economic downturn.
Russian strikes leave 4.5 million without power in Ukraine: Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday that Russia's campaign against Ukraine's energy network has left around 4.5 million people without power.
Starbucks reports record sales but lower profits on weak China
Starbucks reported record quarterly revenues Thursday behind a strong US performance, but weak China results and increased expenses pinched profits.
El Salvador destroys gang members' gravestones
The government of El Salvador, engaged in a controversial "war" on gangs, is destroying the tombstones of gang members to prevent them from becoming shrines, the government said on Thursday.
Brazil's Bolsonaro holds 'positive' meeting with Lula team
Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro met Thursday with advisors to incoming successor Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, who described the visit as "positive," after fears the far-right incumbent would try to fight his election defeat.
Blinken asks Egypt for rights progress before climate meet
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken called Thursday for Egypt to free political prisoners as leaders prepare to visit for the global climate summit.
Saints receiver Thomas likely out for season
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas is unlikely to play again this NFL season after being placed on injured reserve with a dislocated toe.
Pound sinks, stocks mostly fall after latest central bank rate moves
The pound tumbled against the dollar and global stocks mostly fell Thursday as the Bank of England announced another jumbo-sized interest rate hike while warning of a prolonged recession expected to last through mid-2024.
Billy Vunipola turned down corporate cash to revive England career
Billy Vunipola has revealed how his determination to regain a place in the England rugby union team led him to reject the offer of lucrative corporate entertaining work at Twickenham.
Barcelona's Pique announces 'end of this journey' after stellar career
Barcelona's Gerard Pique announced his retirement on Thursday after a decorated career, saying "the moment has come to end this journey".
Harden expected to miss a month for NBA 76ers with foot strain
Three-time NBA scoring champion James Harden is expected to miss the next month of the season with a tendon strain in his right foot, according to multiple reports on Thursday.
Italy's far-right PM hails 'frank' talks in Brussels
Italy's far-right Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni hailed "very fank and very positive" talks with EU chiefs in Brussels on her first international trip since taking power.
At Web Summit, 'Bored Apes' emerge from swamp but remain murky
With a blast of "Break on Through" by The Doors and a flashy video of cartoon apes careening around a fantasy landscape, the boss of one of crypto's most secretive companies took to the stage on Thursday.
Mahomes and Henry in focus as Titans and Chiefs resume battle
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes needs no reminding that the Tennessee Titans are among the NFL toughest opponents his team will face.
No 'easy road' for Brazil's Lula, as world awaits Amazon action
Brazil's president-elect Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is facing a tough battle to halt the destruction of the Amazon, with the weight of global expectation on his shoulders before he even takes office.
Barcelona's Pique announces retirement after stellar career
Barcelona's Gerard Pique announced his retirement on Thursday after a decorated career, saying "the moment has come to end this journey".
Khan survives assassination attempt for second political innings
Since being ousted from office by a vote of no confidence in April, former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has repeatedly said he was prepared to lay down his life for the country.
Grain shipments resume as G7 vows winter help for Ukraine
Grain shipments from Ukraine resumed Thursday after Russia quickly returned to a deal allowing their safe passage following international pressure as the G7 club of rich nations vowed not to let Russia inflict "starvation" on Ukrainians.
Tiger and McIlroy to face Thomas and Spieth in December: reports
Tiger Woods, battling back from severe leg injuries suffered in a 2021 car crash, will join Rory McIlroy in a 12-hole December exhibition under the lights against Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth.
Alcaraz, Djokovic cruise into Paris quarters
World number one Carlos Alcaraz swatted aside Grigor Dimitrov in straight sets on Thursday, as Novak Djokovic continued his Paris Masters title defence by also reaching the quarter-finals.
Lula, Bolsonaro teams start Brazil power transition
Brazilian president-elect Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's advisers met government officials Thursday to start the power transition, as supporters of incumbent Jair Bolsonaro continued loud -- albeit shrinking -- protests against his election loss.
G7 pledges winter help for Ukraine
Top diplomats from the G7 on Thursday vowed to help see Ukraine through the coming winter as they held talks in Germany, with Kyiv's fight against Russia topping the agenda.
Stellantis says 276,000 autos still have deadly Takata airbags
Automaker Stellantis said Thursday it is redoubling outreach to US owners of about 276,000 vehicles with dangerous Takata airbags that have been recalled but were never repaired.