Putin denies 'wedding' rumours; slams paper

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday strongly denied rumours about his 'plans' to marry a gymnast-turned-politician after quitting his office next month, saying there was 'not a single word......

Editor of Russian tabloid resigns

Owners of Russian tabloid Moskovsky Korrespondent have suspended its publications while its editor-in-chief has resigned in the wake of an unsubstantiated report that President Vladimir Putin was......

Putin's alleged girlfriend faces EU sanctions: Report

Russian President Vladimir Putin's alleged girlfriend, Alina Kabaeva, is included in the sixth proposed package of European Union sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine. According......

The absolutely bizarre photo album

Here's your weekly digest of bizarre moments from around the world. Image: An aerial view taken from a sea plane shows Swiss pilot and original Jetman Yves Rossy (front) and Vince Reffett flying......

Bulgaria win group gold in Rhythmic Gymnastics

IMAGE: Team Bulgaria competes during the Group All-Around Final at Ariake Gymnastics Centre in Tokyo, on Sunday. Photograph: Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images Bulgaria's rhythmic gymnasts bagged the......

Rhythmic gymnasts to grab spotlight

Like synchronised swimming, rhythmic gymnastics registers on the global sporting radar only once every four years, at the Olympic Games.There is no doubt about their artistry and poise but girls......

Russia wins group rhythmic gymnastics gold

Russia won their third successive Olympic rhythmic gymnastics group gold with two dynamic and intricately choreographed routines on Sunday. Their flawless exhibition of agility and dexterity earned......

Ahmedabad formally awarded hosting rights of 2030 CWG

'India brings scale, youth, ambition, rich culture, enormous sporting passion and relevance. We start our next century for the Commonwealth Games in good health.' IMAGE: Delegates of the 74......

2030 CWG: Vadodara could host cricket matches

IMAGE: Women's T20 cricket was included in the 2022 Birmingham CWG, but it is still not known whether the men's event will also be added in the 2030 edition. Photograph: BCCI Ahmedabad's......