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Pakistan recorded their first win in the ongoing T20 World Cup on Tuesday with a seven-wicket defeat to Canada. Babar Azam’s team began their campaign with consecutive losses to the USA and India and are now aiming to qualify for the Super 8 stage. Pakistan will compete with the United States for a place in the Super Eight. (AFP) {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} Pakistan is third in Group A with two points from three matches, behind second-placed United States (four points) and ahead of fourth-placed Canada (two points). Pakistan has performed better than all the teams in the group.What would…
Investing.com — Most Asian stocks rose on Thursday as the technology sector tracked an overnight rally on Wall Street, though overall gains were limited after the Federal Reserve lowered its outlook for interest rate cuts. Japanese stocks lagged their peers as the market awaits a Bank of Japan meeting where the central bank is widely expected to tighten policy further. Regional markets received positive news from Wall Street, where stocks hit record highs on Wednesday as artificial intelligence (AI)-related tech stocks rallied, and weak inflation data also helped. But non-tech sectors were more moderately moved, especially after the Fed warned…
Samsung Electronics has announced several upcoming advancements in its technology aimed at attracting artificial intelligence (AI) chipmakers to its manufacturing operations.Samsung is the world’s No. 1 memory chip maker but is trying to catch up with rival Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) in the foundry market, which makes customer-designed chips. Samsung held its annual Foundry Forum on Wednesday at its U.S. chip headquarters in San Jose, California, where it unveiled its chip-making roadmap and outlined its vision for the AI era.According to TrendForce, Samsung’s share of the foundry market fell to 11% in the first quarter of this year from…
The Oklahoma Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed a lawsuit filed by the last survivor of the 1921 Tulsa race massacre, denying his request for compensation for one of the worst acts of racist violence against black people in U.S. history.The ruling came four years after three massacre survivors — Lessie Benningfield Rundle, Viola Fletcher and Hughes Van Ellis — filed suit against the city of Tulsa and several local and state agencies and officials. Van Ellis died last year.The lawsuit alleges that city, county, Oklahoma National Guard and other officials created a “public nuisance” by failing to protect the black…
Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer faced tough questioning from the audience at Grimsby Town Hall as part of Sky News’ TV election programme. Keir Starmer has defended his support for Jeremy Corbyn in the 2019 general election, saying he knew Labour would lose.And when asked about plans to scrap VAT concessions for private schools, the Labour leader said he wanted to tackle the under-resourced nature of state schools. Chancellor Rishi Sunak acknowledged that tax and immigration levels were “too high” and said he understood public frustration with the government. Article informationauthor, Kate Whannell role, Political reporter7 hours agoHe also apologised…
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) – After years of anticipation, Panda Biotech has officially opened its doors in Wichita Falls, creating the largest industrial hemp processing facility in the U.S. The milestone was celebrated with a lavish grand opening event showcasing the facility’s innovative and economic potential.Industrial hemp was legalized as an agricultural commodity in 2014, giving it the same status as crops like cotton and allowing it to be grown across the country. Now, Wichita Falls is home to a facility that aims to revolutionize manufacturing with an environmentally friendly alternative.Panda Biotech President Dixie Carter said it takes a significant…
U.S. defender Joe Scully, left, tries to stop Brazil forward Vinicius Junior (7) as he advances toward goal during the first half of an international friendly soccer match in Orlando, Fla., Wednesday, June 12, 2024. (AP Photo/Jon Laux)The U.S. Men’s National Team arrived in Orlando on the brink of disaster, and will depart for the Copa America with their heads held high, their pride intact and on firm footing.It came amid protests and pressure following a heavy 5-1 defeat to Colombia.The team responded with a statement: The match against Brazil ended in a 1-1 draw and, as goalkeeper Matt Turner…
The Dallas Mavericks were leading the Boston Celtics 51-50 at halftime of Game 3 of the 2024 NBA Finals, but they’ll need a lot more effort to avoid falling behind 3-0.Dallas jumped out to a 22-9 lead early in front of a rapt crowd at the American Airlines Center and looked like it would be a comfortable victory for much of the first quarter. Dallas mounted attacks in the paint with the Celtics’ key frontcourt big man, Kristaps Porzingis, missing the game due to a “rare” injury.But the Celtics more than fought back, as the lead was down to one…
Eduardo Muñoz/Reuters Passengers board a Megabus bus in New York City on May 8, 2014. Megabus is operated by Coach USA. Coach USA, which operates Megabus and other commuter bus routes in the United States and Canada, filed for bankruptcy protection in Delaware late Tuesday as it seeks to sell assets and reduce debt arising from its ill-timed 2019 private equity buyout. Coach, the largest privately owned bus company in the United States, was acquired by private equity firm Valiant Equity Advisors for $270 million, with most of the money coming from debt remaining on the company’s books. Coach quickly…
The Labour leader ruled out raising income taxes such as National Insurance or VAT.In his pre-election appeal to voters, Britain’s opposition leader Keir Starmer promised to make wealth creation a top priority for his government. Speaking ahead of the publication of Labour’s election manifesto on Thursday, Starmer said he would prioritise economic growth and would not raise taxes. “We will not increase taxes on workers, which means no increases in income tax, national insurance or VAT. [value-added tax]”Starmer made the remarks during the leadership debate hosted by Sky News on Wednesday.” “Tomorrow’s manifesto will be a manifesto, a plan for…