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Infantino Gets African Lifeline

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has reaffirmed its backing for FIFA President Gianni Infantino after the governing body shelved its controversial FIFA Forward Enterprise proposalreports Africa Daily News Desk The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unanimously reaffirmed its support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino, backing his leadership despite the controversy surrounding the now-shelved FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal that drew criticism from several football bod

7 Aug 2026 1:59 pm
England Humble India

England crushed India by 125 runs in the third T20I at Trent Bridge to move within one win of the seriesreports London Daily News Desk England produced a dominant all-round performance to thrash India by 125 runs in the third T20 International at Trent Bridge on Wednesday, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the five-match series after the opening match was washed out. The emphatic victory leaves England needing just one win from the remaining two matches to clinch the series, while India must win b

8 Jul 2026 6:14 pm
Swiss Survive Colombia Scare

Switzerland entered the contest with a major setback after breakout star Johan Manzambi was ruled out with a knee injury.reports Asian Lite news Desk Switzerland reached the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 1954 after defeating Colombia 4-3 in a penalty shootout following a hard-fought goalless draw. Ruben Vargas converted the decisive penalty to seal a historic victory for the Swiss, who will now face Argentina in the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026. I did

8 Jul 2026 6:10 pm
US trade gap with India widens to $4.1 billion in May

Americas goods trade deficit with India stood at $4.1 billion in May as the overall US trade gap widened sharply on weaker exports and higher imports.reports Asian Lite News Desk The United States recorded a goods trade deficit of $4.1 billion with India in May, according to official data released on Tuesday, as the countrys overall trade deficit widened sharply amid falling exports and rising imports. The latest figures from the US Census Bureau and the Bureau of Economic Analysis showed that t

8 Jul 2026 3:40 pm
Exercise Switch Keeps Muscles Young

The study found that exercise can help restore this balance. Physical activity activates proteins that reduce DEAF1 levels, allowing ageing muscles to improve their ability to remove damaged proteins, rebuild effectively and maintain strength Exercise may hold the key to slowing age-related muscle decline, with scientists identifying a molecular switch that helps ageing muscles repair damage and maintain strength. A new study by researchers at Duke-NUS Medical School, in collaboration with Singa

7 Jul 2026 12:23 pm
Trump says Xi Jinping to visit Washington in September

US President links expected visit to plans for a new White House ballroom designed to host major state events.reports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump on Monday said Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to visit Washington toward the end of September, while highlighting plans to construct a new state ballroom at the White House to host larger gatherings for visiting world leaders. Speaking during a luncheon in the White House Rose Garden, Trump said Xis proposed visit underscor

7 Jul 2026 11:08 am
NATO heads into Ankara summit amid widening internal divisions

Member states remain divided over military spending, Iran and Europes security role.reports Asian Lite News Desk The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) heads into its summit in Ankara this week amid growing internal divisions over defence spending, strategic priorities and the alliances long-term direction, even as leaders seek to present a united front. The two-day summit, beginning Tuesday, comes against the backdrop of differing responses to the recent US military strikes on Iran, cont

6 Jul 2026 10:31 am
Trump Renews Criticism of Nato Allies Over Defence Spending

US President says Washington bears a disproportionate share of the alliances financial burden ahead of key summit.reports Asian Lite News Desk US President Donald Trump has once again criticised NATO allies over defence spending, saying the United States shoulders a disproportionate share of the alliances financial burden while receiving little in return. In a post on Truth Social ahead of a key NATO summit, Trump said the US had spent nearlyUSD 999 billionon NATO between 2014 and 2025, far exce

3 Jul 2026 4:24 pm