Asia Cup: Sahibzada Farhan defends gun-fire celebration against India
Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan has defended his controversial ‘gun-fire’ celebration during the Super 4 clash against India in the 2025 T20 Asia Cup.
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FIVB Men’s World: Nikolov brothers propel Bulgaria into quarters
MANILA, Philippines — Bulgaria reached the Top 8 for the first time in 15 years after ousting Portugal, 25-19, 25-23, 25-13, in the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship on Monday at Mall of Asia Arena. The Bulgarians continued to make history behind brothers Aleksandar and Moni Nikolov as they moved on to the quarterfinal round
Two big challenges behind children’s services £3.5m forecast overspend
The rising cost of placements and a shortage of homes for care leavers are the two big reasons a council’s children’s services is forecasting a multi-million-pound overspend.
Blake Lively sparks Gossip Girl nostalgia with rare photos featuring ex
Blake Lively sparks Gossip Girl nostalgia with rare photos featuring exBlake Lively brought a wave of nostalgia as she celebrated the 18th anniversary of Gossip Girl with a bundle of never-before-seen photos. The actress, 38, shared the throwbacks on Instagram, calling the show her…
Iga Swiatek recovers from slow start to win Korea Open title
Iga Swiatek battled back from a disastrous start to win the Korea Open on Sunday, beating Russia’s Ekaterina Alexandrova 1-6, 7-6 (7/3), 7-5 in the final. The world number two dropped the opening set after an error-strewn performance drastically out of keeping with her dominating form this week in Seoul. READ: Iga Swiatek made to
FIVB Men’s World: Italy sweeps its way to quarterfinal round
MANILA, Philippines — Alessandro Michieletto and Yuri Romano powered defending champion Italy’s sweep of Argentina, 25-23, 25-20, 25-22, to advance to the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship quarterfinal on Sunday at Mall of Asia Arena. Michieletto delivered a game-high 15 points off 12 kills and three blocks, while Romano finished with 14 points from nine
UAAP: Nash Racela lauds Adamson’s defense in loss to La Salle
MANILA, Philippines–Adamson coach Nash Racela praised his team’s defensive stand despite falling short to title favorite La Salle in their UAAP Season 88 opener. The Soaring Falcons went on to lose, 60-58, despite leading by three late in the fourth as the Green Archers got big plays from the debuting Jacob Cortez on Saturday at
Bear Attacks Surge as Fatality Rate Reaches 24%
Fatal bear encounters are rising sharply across Japan, with injuries and deaths reported at a pace matching the worst year on record. Experts warn that both stricter population control and preventive measures to keep bears away from human settlements are urgently needed. (News On Japan)
California bans most law enforcement officers from wearing masks during operations
California became the first state to ban most law enforcement officers, including federal immigration agents, from covering their faces while conducting official business under a bill signed Saturday by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Filipino challenger Jayson Vayson aims to rain on Oscar Collazo’s parade
MANILA, Philippines–Puerto Rican boxing champion Oscar Collazo has grand plans set for next year. Collazo, who owns the WBA and WBO minimumweight world titles, is hell-bent on becoming Puerto Rico’s first undisputed champion. READ: Melvin Jerusalem eyes redemption, unification vs Oscar Collazo WBO and WBA minimumweight titles are on the LINE! 🏆 🇵🇷 Oscar Collazo