Pakistan reduced West Indies to 103/6, leading by 60 runs with 4 wickets left, poised for a rare away Test win after Abdullah Shafique's 160 and Sajid Khan's 4/32.
Alexandra Eala won her maiden WTA singles title at the Washington Open, sparking a surge of interest in tennis in the Philippines and drawing praise from President Ferdinand R Marcos Jnr.
Batting great Sunil Gavaskar paid tribute to retired India cricketer Ajinkya Rahane, praising his underrated leadership during the historic 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy win in Australia.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche privately assured religious leaders on a recorded conference call that the DOJ is working to restrict access to mail-order abortion drugs and make the Dobbs decision permanent nationwide.
Prashant Kishor, renowned political strategist, wins his first electoral contest in Bihar's Bankipur bypoll with his Jan Suraaj Party, potentially signaling a shift in the state's dominant BJP-RJD political duopoly.
President Donald Trump announced new negotiations with Iran this week, but Iran’s foreign ministry denied talks and warned it may keep the Strait of Hormuz closed, threatening global oil supply and escalating tensions ahead of US midterms.
World No 20 Alexandra Eala beat top‑seeded Jessica Pegula 4‑6, 6‑4, 6‑0 at the Washington Open, capturing her first WTA title and becoming the first player from the Philippines to win a WTA championship.
Political strategist Prashant Kishor won his electoral debut in the Bankipur bypoll, securing victory for the Jan Suraaj Party and challenging BJP and RJD's political dominance in Bihar.
NatureScot refuses licence for annual guga hunt on Sula Sgeir, sparing up to 2,000 gannet chicks, citing potential adverse impact on populations, amid long-standing protests and controversy.
AstraZeneca CEO Sir Pascal Soriot, 67, is under scrutiny for a potential $400bn merger with Bristol Myers Squibb, which could jeopardize his legacy and expose the company to debt and patent cliff risks.
Serena Williams defines a champion not by wins, but by recovery from falls. The article explores her philosophy, citing her 2013 US Open final quote and career setbacks, highlighting how resilience, persistence, and learning from failure are crucial for lasting success in all aspects of life.
The BJP's Satish Patel won the Manjalpur assembly by-election in Gujarat's Vadodara district, defeating Congress nominee Bhikhabhai Rabari by 30,630 votes. The seat became vacant after the death of BJP MLA Yogesh Patel, increasing BJP's tally in the Gujarat Assembly to 162.
Prashant Kishor secured his first electoral victory in the Bankipur Assembly bypoll in Bihar, defeating BJP's Neeraj Kumar by 19,324 votes. His Jan Suraaj Party celebrated the win, which Kishor had framed as a referendum on the state government, marking a significant political debut.
An analysis of Christopher Nolan's film adaptation of Homer's *The Odyssey*, viewed through Emily Wilson's translation and criticism. The article explores Nolan's themes of deception, violence, and the erosion of societal rules after victory, drawing parallels to contemporary issues like government overreach.
Michael Thorbjornsen secured his first PGA Tour victory at the Rocket Classic, shooting a flawless 7-under 63 on Sunday to finish 18-under 262 at Detroit Golf Club. The 24-year-old won by two strokes over Xander Schauffele, also clinching a spot in the FedEx Cup playoffs.
UIM F1H2O Dünya Şampiyonası'nın Kırgızistan Grand Prix'sini kazanan Victory Team pilotu Shaun Torrente, Orta Asya'daki ilk yarışı kazanmanın kariyerinin en anlamlı galibiyetlerinden biri olduğunu ve beşinci dünya şampiyonluğu için mücadele ettiğini belirtti.
Hong Kong jockeys Matthew Chadwick and James Orman are riding in Australia during the off-season, with Chadwick securing a win. Vincent Ho is warming up for the Shergar Cup at Ascot, while champion sprinter Ka Ying Rising prepares for his season debut at Sha Tin.
Hong Kong jockeys Matthew Chadwick and James Orman are riding in Australia during the off-season, with Chadwick securing a win. Vincent Ho prepares for the Shergar Cup in the UK, while champion sprinter Ka Ying Rising readies for his season debut in Hong Kong.
St Johnstone defied pre-match skepticism from pundit Kris Boyd to secure a dramatic 4-3 victory over Kilmarnock in their season opener. Simo Valakari's side came from behind twice in a seven-goal thriller, with Kai Fotheringham scoring the winner, showcasing their fighting spirit despite defensive concerns for Kilmarnock.
Hearts suffered a 2-1 defeat to Aberdeen in their Premiership opener after conceding two late goals, continuing a turbulent period for manager Wouter Vrancken. Elsewhere, Motherwell secured a 2-1 victory over Hibernian, St Johnstone edged Kilmarnock 4-3 in a seven-goal thriller, and St Mirren beat Falkirk 2-0.
Ben Duckett's half-century and crucial catch helped Trent Rockets defeat Sunrisers Leeds by five runs at Trent Bridge, extending their lead at the top of The Hundred table with a fourth consecutive win.
Scottish athlete Josh Kerr celebrated an emotional Commonwealth Games mile victory in Glasgow, connecting with fans and reflecting on his journey. Despite being a world record holder, Kerr emphasized his desire to inspire young Scots, recalling his own childhood dreams at the 2014 Games.
Robert Lewandowski scored two goals on his home debut, leading the Chicago Fire to a 2-1 victory over Charlotte FC, marking Chicago's first MLS win since the international break. The article also covers other MLS results, including Lionel Messi's return for Inter Miami.
Indian badminton player Tanvi Sharma, 17, secured her first BWF World Tour title by defeating Vietnam's Thuy Linh Nguyen in the women's singles final of the Taipei Open Super 300. Sharma, coached by Park Tae-sang, also became the youngest finalist in the tournament's history and the first Indian woman to win the singles title since Saina Nehwal in 2008.
