Novak Djokovic’s bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title suffered another setback Sunday after the 39-year-old Serb lost in the first round of the US Open, falling to Argentina’s Mariano Navone in five sets at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
June Mar Fajardo ended his 13-year Gilas Pilipinas career Sunday with a 68-56 victory over Iran in the Fiba World Cup Asian Qualifiers, receiving the game ball and a standing ovation from teammates, coaches and fans at the Mall of Asia Arena.
Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international football on Monday, ending his 21-year career with Argentina after leading the national team to the 2026 World Cup final and winning the tournament four years earlier.
More than 50 civic, environmental and Indigenous groups on Monday formed a coalition opposing Pax Silica, a US-led initiative that they say could threaten communities and put additional pressure on the country’s water, energy and natural resources.
An Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) officer is set to testify Tuesday on the use of Department of Education (DepEd) confidential funds as Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial enters its ninth week.
San Antonio police are investigating two deaths linked to Friday night’s severe storm as crews continued Sunday to clear widespread damage and restore electricity across the city.
South Korean actor Lee Yong-joo, known for his roles in the hit drama “Princess Hours” and tvN sitcom “Blue Tower,” died Saturday, Aug. 29, at 44 after suffering cardiac arrest, according to South Korean media reports.
June Mar Fajardo believes Gilas Pilipinas remains in good hands as he steps away from the national team, pointing to Kai Sotto’s return and strong performances during the Fiba World Cup Asian Qualifiers.
The Texas A&M University Staff Council raised more than $7,000 for the Texas A&M Staff Emergency Fund during its third annual Maroon and White Fun Run at Aggie Park this summer.
Several Texas laws taking effect Sept. 1 will give consumers new rights to repair certain electronic devices, require registration for residential solar salespeople and recognize qualifying privately produced gold and silver as legal tender.