Travis Head has decimated bowling attacks in the Indian Premier League (IPL) this year but the Australian tempered expectations ahead of next month’s Twenty20 World Cup in the West Indies and United States, where turning tracks could make batting tougher.Sunrisers Hyderabad batsman Head has scored 533 runs in 11 IPL…
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An estate in the city’s Anderlecht district has meanwhile become a hotbed of crime and drug dealing for months. At its peak, police struggled to contain the influence of local criminals. Dealers even set up checkpoints, blocking roads and conducting ID checks for people entering the housing blocks. Law enforcement officials are now attempting to regain control of the estate by banning people from going there, including local residents, if needed. Patrols have also increased,…
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SINGAPORE — Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has given a broad-ranging interview to The Economist as he prepares to become prime minister, covering topics such as his leadership style as well as global and regional geopolitics. Mr Wong, who will be taking over next Wednesday (May 15), spoke to a…
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POOREST HIT HARDEST April marked the 11th straight month of record global heat and the pattern is clear in Bangladesh, said Shumon Sengupta, country director for non-governmental organisation (NGO) Save the Children. “Not only are the temperatures higher, the duration of the high temperatures is much longer,” he told AFP.…
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SAN FRANCISCO : The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is piloting artificial intelligence to train officers who review applicants for refugee status in the United States, Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas told reporters on Tuesday.The work addresses what Mayorkas said is “labor-intensive” instruction that typically involves senior personnel. In this pilot, he…
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For some, hotels are mere stopovers in the journey, but seasoned travellers understand that the right choice can elevate an entire trip. With a global footprint spanning almost 1,200 locations, Holiday Inn is a familiar brand that has been catering to generations of guests seeking comfort and convenience. There are…
