Los Angeles (United States) (AFP) – The Minnesota Vikings, already headed to the NFL playoffs, bolstered their bid for the NFC North division title on Monday, beating the Chicago Bears 30-12 for a seventh straight NFL victory.
Vikings dominate Bears, bolster bid for division crown
New Zealand great Southee bows out after 'incredible journey'
Hamilton (New Zealand) (AFP) – Tim Southee said he would never forget his “incredible journey” after the New Zealand great confirmed Tuesday he had retired fully from international cricket.
Double trouble: Kyrgios, Djokovic to pair up before Australian Open
Sydney (AFP) – Nick Kyrgios says he will play doubles with enemy-turned-friend Novak Djokovic at the Brisbane International starting later this month in the build-up to the Australian Open.
Bodies seen in Vanuatu capital after major quake
Sydney (AFP) – A powerful earthquake hit the Pacific island of Vanuatu on Tuesday, smashing buildings in the capital Port Vila including one housing the US and other embassies, with a witness telling AFP of bodies seen in the city.