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Hybrid model for Asia Cup and beyond may end Pakistan-India 'logjam' says PCB
Hybrid model for Asia Cup and beyond may end Pakistan-India 'logjam' says PCB
The Pakistan Cricket Board is still hopeful India agrees to its hybrid model of hosting majority of the Asia Cup games at a neutral venue in September
1970-01-01 08:00
Sanofi Probed for Market Manipulation by French Authorities
Sanofi Probed for Market Manipulation by French Authorities
French financial prosecutors are investigating Sanofi for alleged market manipulation. The preliminary probe opened in March involves alleged
2023-11-07 18:54
Luis Suarez vs Robin van Persie: Who was the better player?
Luis Suarez vs Robin van Persie: Who was the better player?
Assessing who was the better Premier League player: Luis Suarez or Robin van Persie.
2023-11-15 00:00
Taylor Swift's 'casual' dig at 'sorcery' allegations goes viral as Swifties swoon
Taylor Swift's 'casual' dig at 'sorcery' allegations goes viral as Swifties swoon
Pop sensation Taylor Swift praised fans for creating videos and 'casting spells' during 'The Eras Tour' concert film
2023-11-14 14:31
Ukraine-Russia war – live: Ex-Russian officer says Putin’s forces ‘deteriorating’ as Crimea targeted by drones
Ukraine-Russia war – live: Ex-Russian officer says Putin’s forces ‘deteriorating’ as Crimea targeted by drones
An ex-Russian officer has said Vladimir Putin’s forces are ‘deteriorating’ in Ukraine as the Crimea was hit by up to 17 drones. Igor Girkin, an imprisoned Russian nationalist, said Putin’s forces would be “even less capable of offensive operations than they are now” by spring 2024, according to the Institute for the Study of War. In a letter published by his wife, Girkin claimed that the situation for Russian forces was “gradually deteriorating” and that Russian forces were showcasing “growing weakness compared to Ukraine’s capabilities.” He added that the Avdiivka offensive, where thousands of troops are said to have died, demonstrated the Russian Army’s inability “to achieve superiority on a very narrow sector of the front”, the ISW said. It comes as Ukraine launched up to 17 drone attacks on Crimea and the Black Sea, which Russia destroyed and intercepeted, according to the Russian defence ministry. Nine drones were destroyed by air defence systems and eight were intercepted by electronic warfare, it added. Explosions were heard near the towns of Novofedorivka and Saky, a Russian air base on the peninsula, just after 4am, according to local reports. Read More Activist hands ICC evidence he says implicates Belarus president in transfer of Ukrainian children Mapped: Has Ukraine made advances against Russia? Ukraine fires drones over Black Sea and Crimea as Putin’s attacks fail in Bakhmut
2023-11-08 12:03
Jill Scott heads Lionesses trio inducted into Women’s Super League Hall of Fame
Jill Scott heads Lionesses trio inducted into Women’s Super League Hall of Fame
Former England and Manchester City midfielder Jill Scott said she is “absolutely buzzing” at being inducted into the Women’s Super League Hall of Fame and seeing her name up alongside some of her heroes. Scott joins former Lionesses team-mates Ellen White and Anita Asante as the third batch of players to be inducted into the Hall of Fame, which was launched in 2021. The 36-year-old retired from football in August 2022, capping off a glittering 18-year career by winning the European Championship crown with England at Wembley. Previous years have seen the likes of Emma Hayes, Eni Aluko, Rachel Yankey and Fara Williams all inducted into the Hall of Fame and Scott described her pride at joining some of the most illustrious names in women’s football. She said: “I’m absolutely buzzing to be honest, over the years I’ve seen Kelly Smith, Rachel Yankey, Karen Carney, players like that getting inducted in. “Just to have your name alongside those fantastic players who over the years were my heroes really - even when we played in England together I would question why I was even with those players at times. “Then the WSL, it’s been such a big part of my life. I’ve dedicated my life to it really, getting a result on the weekend was literally everything. It brings back so many good memories stacked into this little trophy. I’m really honoured.” Scott began her career with her hometown side Sunderland before securing a move to Everton in 2006, where she won the FA Cup in 2010 and spent seven years with the Toffees. The midfielder then moved to Manchester City and won the Continental Cup in her first season before going on to win a further six domestic trophies with the club, including the WSL title in 2016. Scott finished her career with loan spells at Everton and Aston Villa and, a year after calling time on her playing days, reflected on the changes she has seen in the top flight of women’s football. “When I look at the midfielders I used to play against, I played top league before it was WSL, when I was playing against the likes of Katie Chapman, Fara Williams and players like that, we used to have such battles,” she said. “I think I then wanted to pass that baton on and bring in that competitiveness into the league. I hope that as players who previously played in the league we did that and showed how much it meant to play for our club, no matter who that was. “You look at where the game is now, I think technically and tactically it’s probably one of the reasons I retired because the level has just gone through the roof! It’s just great to sit here and see where the league is now.” Scott was at Everton when the Women’s Super League was launched in 2011 and admitted the sport is a “completely different ball game” to when she first started almost two decades ago. “What I’ve liked about this Super League throughout the years is it’s followed the right process in getting better,” said Scott, who made 161 appearances for England - second only to Fara Williams - and scored 27 goals. “There’s always going to be things that can still be better, that’s what everyone keeps pushing for, but for where it is now compared to 13 years ago it’s like a completely different ball game with everything. “Like I say, I’m proud I got to play in this league for as many years as I did. Those battles, like when I knew we were playing Chelsea or Arsenal at the weekend I was just training - there was a massive buzz around and it was your life to play in those games. “I miss that now but the fact I can turn on my TV or get a ticket, sometimes, and go to the stadium and watch it, it’s great that we have that access now.”
2023-11-14 18:53
U.S. consumer sentiment slips slightly in August
U.S. consumer sentiment slips slightly in August
By Safiyah Riddle (Reuters) -U.S. consumer sentiment fell modestly in August, as short and long term inflation expectations worsened, a
2023-08-26 01:16
Federal judge won't block suspension of right to carry guns in some New Mexico parks, playgrounds
Federal judge won't block suspension of right to carry guns in some New Mexico parks, playgrounds
A federal judge will allow enforcement of a public health order that suspends the right to carry guns at public parks and playgrounds in New Mexico’s largest metro area
2023-10-12 09:12
Mama June buries feud with daughter Anna 'Chickadee' Cardwell to join her fight against cancer
Mama June buries feud with daughter Anna 'Chickadee' Cardwell to join her fight against cancer
Chikadee's stage four cancer diagnosis brings an end to their bitter feud, uniting the family in support
1970-01-01 08:00
Nintendo shares jump 5% on record 'Splatoon' launch
Nintendo shares jump 5% on record 'Splatoon' launch
By Sam Nussey TOKYO Shares in Nintendo Co Ltd jumped 5% on Tuesday after the Japanese gaming company
1970-01-01 08:00
Evergrande: China property giant files for bankruptcy in US
Evergrande: China property giant files for bankruptcy in US
The move comes as fears grow over problems in the world's second largest economy.
2023-08-18 09:17
Hurricane-Proofing Buildings Isn’t Enough to Curb Florida’s Storm Losses
Hurricane-Proofing Buildings Isn’t Enough to Curb Florida’s Storm Losses
Since Hurricane Andrew in 1992, Florida has been toughening up building codes and touting them as a way
2023-09-26 17:00