Putrajaya to host National Day celebration for fifth time in two decades
Fahmi Fadzil announced in July that the National Day celebration in Putrajaya on Aug 31 would be as grand as those of previous years.
Mon Aug 28 2023
Instead of lamenting about brain drain, consider the idea of 'brain circulation' - Expert
The brain drain phenomenon should not only be looked in terms of a human capital loss for the host nation.
Wed Jun 28 2023
Qatar set unwanted history with early World Cup exit
Qatar have become the first side to be eliminated from the World Cup, with the host nation bowing out following the 1-1 draw between the Netherlands and Ecuador in Group A.
Sat Nov 26 2022
At least six killed in Cameroon stadium stampede, says state broadcaster
The stampede at the Yaounde Olembe Stadium happened before the host nation's round of 16 game in the African Cup of Nations against Comoros.
Tue Jan 25 2022
Japan to douse Olympic flame of Games transformed by pandemic and drama
For the host nation, the Olympics fell short of the global triumph and financial blockbuster it once sought.
Sun Aug 08 2021
FIFA president says Qatar World Cup not under threat
FIFA president Gianni Infantino does not believe that the diplomatic crisis which has embroiled 2022 World Cup host nation Qatar will threaten its staging of the tournament.
Sun Jun 11 2017
Griezmann double sends France into Euro 2016 final
Two goals from Antoine Griezmann propelled host nation France into the final of Euro 2016 with a 2-0 win over world champions Germany on Thursday.
Fri Jul 08 2016
Euro 2016: Vikings storm Paris as Iceland take on hosts France
Iceland fans staged a Viking invasion of Paris on Sunday, hoping that their team can pull off another giantkilling feat against host nation France in the Euro 2016 quarter-final.
Sun Jul 03 2016
Euro 2016: Bacary Sagna previews France vs Romania
France right back Bacary Sagna discusses the host nation's chances ahead of the opening match of Euro 2016 against Romania.
Fri Jun 10 2016
Nicol beats Raneem to reclaim world title for eighth time
Malaysia's squash queen closed her 2014 season in style by reclaiming the Women's World Championship title after defeating the host nation's favourite, Raneem El Weleily, Saturday.
Sun Dec 21 2014