Web archive - January 13, 2023

World

China COVID peak to last two-three months, hit rural areas next

"Our priority focus has been on the large cities. It is time to focus on rural areas," Zeng was quoted as saying

Sindh, Pakistan

ECP cannot reject Sindh govt’s decision to delay LG polls: Memon

Legal experts are being consulted on promulgating ordinance regarding the LG polls, says provincial minister

Sports

ITF, Kosmos to end Davis Cup partnership

Source cites disagreement over financial terms as reason behind termination of deal

Sports

Inoue moves up to super-bantamweight division

Undisputed Japanese boxer eyes new challenge after vacating his bantamweight titles

Sports

Rashford's hot streak fuels Man Utd revival

Rejuvenated striker puts two years of frustration behind to inspire club’s return to relevance

World

Sri Lanka to slash military by a third to cut costs

The aim is to create a “technically and tactically sound and well-balanced” defence force by 2030, Thennakoon says

Sports

Potter's misery mounts as Fulham beat Chelsea

Under-fire manager pleads with his players to ‘stay together’ after 2-1 defeat in Premier League

Sports

Arsenal, Man City face derby dates

Gunners’ title credentials put to test at Tottenham; in-form Man United host defending champions

Sports

Barcelona reach Clasico Super Cup final

Goalkeeper ter Stegen saves twice to help Catalans beat Betis 4-2 on penalties after 2-2 draw

Sports

Roma storm into Italian Cup quarters

Dybala’s lone goal earns win over second-tier Genoa, increases possibility of clash with Napoli