Bale the difference for Wales

Two weeks after winning the Champions League for the second time in three seasons with Real Madrid, Gareth Bale played a pivotal role as Wales made a triumphant return to a major competition following a 58-year absence.

Fujian FTZ opens up region to the world

The China (Fujian) Pilot Free Trade Zone, composed of Fuzhou, Xiamen and Pingtan, is a pilot area for deepening reform and opening-up, promoting cross-Straits communication and spurring cooperation with countries and regions along the maritime Silk Road.

Advisor calls for clear vision

Chinese top political advisor Yu Zhengsheng said the mainland has paid great importance to proposals from Taiwan residents for easier travel on the mainland, and will put forward measures soon.

Cross-Straits forum focuses on increasing exchanges

The eighth Straits Forum opened in Xiamen, Fujian province, on Saturday and will run through Friday, according to an official from the State Council's Taiwan Affairs Office.

Province pushes green plans

China's eastern coastal province of Fujian has introduced a range of measures aimed at improving the local environment, and has plans to implement more policies to improve conditions across the board.

Family ties: Mariners draft another Griffey

The Seattle Mariners have themselves another Griffey who makes fantastic catches.

Running to the limit

Despite thin air and rugged terrain, high altitude trail racing is gaining popularity.

Pele's memorabilia attracts big bids

A three-day sale of memorabilia belonging to global soccer icon Pele ended in London on Thursday, drawing a princely total of 3.4 million pounds ($5 million).

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Jones slams door on Penguins

There's very little flash to San Jose Sharks goalie Martin Jones.

Wrist injury keeps Rafa on sidelines

Rafael Nadal will miss Wimbledon after failing to recover from the wrist injury that forced his early withdrawal from the French Open, the Spanish star said on Facebook on Thursday.

Federer focusing on 'zero tolerance'

Roger Federer has no sympathy for Maria Sharapova, saying on Thursday he backs a "zero tolerance" stance against doping.