Robert Hall

Islamic militants behead Canadian hostage in Philippines

Islamic militants in the Philippines have beheaded a Canadian hostage, sparking fears for more than 20 others they are holding on remote islands, with security forces vowing Tuesday to hunt down the extremists.

World Billiards Championship: Pankaj Advani overpowers Robert Hall to win record 12th title

India's most celebrated cueist Pankaj Advani clinched the World Billiards Championship (time format) title to bag a record 12th world crown and also complete a rare 'Grand Double' post his third win in both the long and short formats in the same year.