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Pakistan bowler Tariq and his unusual delivery courts controversy at the T20 World Cup
2+ hour, 19+ min ago (98+ words) Pakistan bowler Tariq and his unusual delivery courts controversy at the T20 World Cup'The Washington Post ISLAMABAD " With a momentary pause in his delivery and his statue-like pose at the crease, Pakistan spin bowler Usman Tariq has created plenty of attention…...
Cyclone Gezani leaves 36 dead and thousands of homes destroyed in Madagascar
11+ hour, 4+ min ago (83+ words) Cyclone Gezani leaves 36 dead and thousands of homes destroyed in Madagascar'The Washington Post ANTANANARIVO, Madagascar " Cyclone Gezani killed at least 36 people, injured more than 370 and destroyed almost 18,000 homes in a 24-hour spell of destruction across Madagascar , authorities said Thursday. - Column…...
Publisher: Dutch novelist and journalist Cees Nooteboom dies at 92
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (64+ words) Publisher: Dutch novelist and journalist Cees Nooteboom dies at 92The Washington Post Dutch writer Cees Nooteboom has died at 92 THE HAGUE, Netherlands " Cees Nooteboom, a Dutch novelist, travel writer and journalist who was lauded for his insights into European history and…...
A student's death in Senegal protest reveals anger over leaders' broken promises
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (80+ words) A student's death in Senegal protest reveals anger over leaders' broken promises'The Washington Post A student's death during protests at Senegal's top public university highlights rising anger among young people over unpaid financial aid and broken political promises DAKAR, Senegal…...
Super Rugby turns 30, hoping a faster game attracts more fans
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (64+ words) Super Rugby turns 30, hoping a faster game attracts more fans'The Washington Post Super Rugby is entering its 30th year having proved its durability and adaptability as the premier Southern Hemisphere club competition WELLINGTON, New Zealand " Super Rugby enters its 30th year when…...
Death toll rises to 31 after Tropical Cyclone Gezani hits Madagascar and crushes houses
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (140+ words) Breaking news and analysis on politics, business, world, national news, entertainment and more. In-depth DC, Virginia, Maryland news coverage including traffic, weather, crime, education, restaurant reviews and more. Authorities in Madagascar say at least 31 people have died after Tropical Cyclone…...
Israeli security service chief's brother is accused of smuggling cigarettes into Gaza
1+ week, 4+ hour ago (107+ words) Israeli security service chief's brother is accused of smuggling cigarettes into Gaza'The Washington Post JERUSALEM " An Israeli court on Thursday indicted a brother of the chief of Israel's security service for smuggling tens of thousands of dollars worth of cigarettes…...
The US authorizes a short extension to a longstanding African trade agreement. Here's what to know
1+ week, 1+ day ago (88+ words) Breaking news and analysis on politics, business, world, national news, entertainment and more. In-depth DC, Virginia, Maryland news coverage including traffic, weather, crime, education, restaurant reviews and more. U.S. President Donald Trump has extended a 26-year-old free-trade agreement with African countries…...
Morocco to appeal sanctions over shambolic Africa Cup final against Senegal
1+ week, 2+ day ago (89+ words) Morocco to appeal sanctions over shambolic Africa Cup final against Senegal'The Washington Post Morocco is appealing a ruling by African soccer's governing body that resulted in huge fines and match bans RABAT, Morocco " Morocco has decided to appeal a ruling…...
Starmer arrives in Shanghai as he looks to boost UK business opportunities
1+ week, 6+ day ago (67+ words) Starmer arrives in Shanghai as he looks to boost UK business opportunities'The Washington Post BEIJING " British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in the Chinese financial center of Shanghai on Friday in his bid to boost business opportunities for U.K. firms in…...