WICB investing to exploit global commercial opportunities, says Hunte

President of the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB), Dr Julian Hunte, has said that the WICB is ensuring that it…

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal through in Qatar Open

World number two Roger Federer produced a stunning trick shot as he advanced to round two of the Qatar Open with a 7-6…

Pakistan trio head for ‘spot-fixing’ tribunal in Doha

Pakistan bowler Mohammad Amir says he is confident of proving his innocence at the International Cricket Council's anti-corruption tribunal from Thursday. An independent panel in Doha will judge if Amir, Salman Butt and Mohammad Asif, committed…

Knicks cool off Spurs with victory

Wilson Chandler scored a season-high 31 points, and the New York Knicks overwhelmed the San Antonio Spurs with a sensational offensive performance, cooling off the NBA leaders with a…

US car sales confirm auto industry recovery

US carmakers have reported strong sales for December, confirming the auto industry's steady recovery during 2010. Chrysler…

Mega Millions: A long shot at $355 million

Gamblers lined up Tuesday at newsstands and gas stations in 41 states and Washington, D.C., hoping to overcome astronomical odds and win one of the largest jackpots in U.S. lottery history.

BP shares jump 6% on takeover reports

BP shares have surged almost 6% after reports that rival Royal Dutch Shell considered a takeover bid following the…

Bank of America pays Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac $2.6bn

Bank of America has agreed to pay US mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac about $2.6bn (£1.7bn) to settle claims…

Porsche shares surge on hopes of VW merger

Shares in German carmaker Porsche have soared after a US judge dismissed a lawsuit that had threatened to de-rail a planned merger with Volkswagen Two hedge funds claimed more than $2bn (£1.3bn) in damages over a 2008 deal in which Porsche bought…

Convicted killer could inherit victim’s assets

A man imprisoned for killing his mother-in-law in 2008 could soon inherit his victim's assets, valued at a minimum of $250,000, authorities said. The strange twist of fate was made possible after the death of Deanna Palladino, wife of convicted…