TAIPEI, Dec 28 — A 6.6-magnitude earthquake shook Taiwan’s northeastern coast on Saturday, marking the second significant tremor to hit the island in recent days, the US Geological Survey (USGS) reported.

TOKYO, Dec 28 — A wolf broke out of its enclosure at a zoo in western Tokyo today, prompting visitors to seek safety in buildings and other secure areas, the zoo operator said.

MANCHESTER, Dec 27 — Ruben Amorim admitted Manchester United were lucky to beat Newcastle 1-0 on Friday but praised his under-strength side for holding on in a tough second half.

NEW YORK, Dec 27 — Severe winter storms have disrupted holiday travel across the US, with 1,500 flights cancelled Friday and thousands more delayed.

JAKARTA, Dec 27 — A Spanish family of four is missing after a tourist boat sank near Padar Island in the Labuan Bajo area, Indonesian news agency Antara reported.

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 — National men’s doubles pair Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik are prioritising fitness as they prepare for the new BWF World Tour season, starting with the Malaysia Open on January 6.