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Pakistan’s fast bowling duo of Haris Rauf and Shaheen Shah Afridi claimed three wickets each as the side clawed their way back from the brink to seal a dramatic 11-run win over Bangladesh in a tense Super Fours clash of the Men’s T20 Asia Cup at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium here on Thursday and booked a blockbuster title clash against arch-rivals India. It’s also the first time in 17 editions of the Asia Cup that India and Pakistan will square off in a title clash. Shaheen led the charge by rattling Bangladesh’s top order, who also contributed to their…

Seth Rogen has an affable, everyman approach to comedy, which means he has plenty of fans — and a natural ability to make others laugh. Want to see some of the wildest, funniest, and most interesting times Rogen made his co-stars crack up on camera? Then be sure to watch the video linked above, which contains all of his most side-splitting antics. One thing’s for sure — Rogen has been on a transformative journey since his breakthrough role in “Freaks and Geeks.” He’s become a serious player in Hollywood, but even so, he’s…

One morning, you’re holding your phone just a little farther away. A week later, you’re doing it again. Reading glasses multiply—car, kitchen, bathroom. This isn’t your eyesight “going bad” in the usual sense. It’s presbyopia, the stiffening of the eye’s lens that makes focusing on close-up objects harder with age. And like gray hair or creaky knees, it happens to everyone. But unlike those other signs of aging, presbyopia now has active treatment options beyond the drugstore reading glasses. From new eye drops to lens implants and laser surgeries, the modern toolkit for managing this condition is growing. What hasn’t…

The Karnataka High Court Thursday declined to “interdict” the ongoing socioeconomic survey supervised by the state Backward Classes Commission, while also mandating that the data collected is to be properly protected and that it should be made clear that providing data for the said survey is voluntary. The matter is being heard by a bench consisting of Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru and Justice C M Joshi. The various petitioners in the matter, including Brahmin, Vokkaliga and Lingayat groups, have contended over hearings during the past week that, while also being unconstitutional, the entire exercise is beyond the competence of the…

GOMA, Congo (AP) — As a deadly new Ebola outbreak kills dozens in southern Congo, health authorities and organizations are sounding the alarm, warning they lack the funds and resources to mount an effective response to the crisis.The World Health Organization said Wednesday that 57 cases and 35 deaths have been reported since the outbreak was announced by Congolese authorities on Sept. 4. The fatality rate is over 61%.It is the first Ebola outbreak in 18 years in Kasai province, a remote part of Congo characterized by its poor road networks. It is located more than 1,000 kilometers (620 miles)…

Pakistan’s batting faltered at a crucial moment in the Asia Cup 2025 as they managed only 135 for 8 against Bangladesh in their Super Four clash in Abu Dhabi on September 25. With a spot in the final on the line, the innings turned out to be a test of survival rather than dominance. Early Pressure From Bangladesh Bowlers Pakistan’s innings never really settled after losing quick wickets in the power play. The top order, which carried hopes of setting up a big score, fell cheaply as Bangladesh’s bowlers struck with discipline and accuracy. At 47/4 in the 10th over,…

The Karnataka High Court on Thursday issued a notice seeking a response from the Government to a petition filed by Bengaluru residents against the tender and other aspects of the proposed three-lane underground twin tunnel road from Hebbal Esteem Mall Junction to Silk Board KSRP Junction. A global tender for the tunnel project was floated in July, with the project cost estimated at Rs 17,698 crore, excluding Goods and Services Tax. While extensively promoted by Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, the project has come in for extensive criticism from diverse parties ranging from the Opposition to environmentalists and urban…

Matt Kennedy/Sony Pictures Written by Seth Reiss and directed by Kogonada, “A Big Bold Beautiful Journey” follows David (Colin Farrell) and Sarah (Margot Robbie) having a chance meeting at a wedding. This should’ve been the end of their interactions. However, the GPS systems in their respective rented automobiles keep bringing them together. Eventually, they embark on a journey that entails walking through a series of inexplicably placed doors that lead to events from their tormented pasts. In confronting yesteryear turmoil (like David’s High School heartache or Sarah’s remorse over her…

Suryakumar Yadav’s hearing on PCB complaint concludes, final verdict on September 26 as Pakistan’s case also lined up. The disciplinary hearing of India captain Suryakumar Yadav, held after a complaint by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), has been completed. Match referee Richie Richardson will announce the verdict on September 26. The disciplinary proceedings involving India captain Suryakumar Yadav have finally been completed, following a complaint lodged by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) with the International Cricket Council (ICC). PCB approached the ICC after Suryakumar’s comments at the presentation ceremony and for allegedly snubbing a handshake after India’s group stage clash…

Former India captain and 1983 World Cup winner K Srikkanth has shared his perspective on the future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, stressing that the legendary duo must stay active in domestic cricket if they wish to feature in the 2027 ODI World Cup. Srikkanth strongly believes that both Rohit and Kohli, who have already stepped away from Test and T20I cricket, should continue to be part of India’s ODI setup until the next World Cup. At the same time, he urged the Indian management to ensure that the stalwarts remain match-ready through consistent game time at the domestic…