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Pakistan: 23 soldiers killed in attack on army base

December 12, 2023
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In Pakistan, a police compound faced a militant attack resulting in the death of at least 23 soldiers and numerous injuries. The incident occurred in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province near the Afghan border when militants targeted the compound with a vehicle laden with explosives during the early hours.

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NFL: Tennessee Titans beat Miami Dolphins 28-27 thanks to stunning late comeback

December 12, 2023
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In a thrilling turn of events, the Tennessee Titans staged a remarkable late comeback to secure a 28-27 victory over the Miami Dolphins.

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Iga Swiatek: Polish star emulates Serena Williams by winning WTA player of the year for second successive season

December 12, 2023
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Iga Swiatek, the current world number one, has been awarded the WTA Player of the Year for the second consecutive season. At 22, she becomes the first player since Serena Williams (2012-2015) to achieve this feat. Swiatek's remarkable year included successfully defending her French Open title in June, securing her fourth Grand Slam victory. She capped off the season by clinching the WTA Finals for the first time, enabling her to reclaim the top spot and surpass Aryna Sabalenka.

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WTA Tour: Chief executive Steve Simon to relinquish role and become executive chairman

December 12, 2023
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Steve Simon will step down from his position as chief executive of the WTA Tour, transitioning to the role of executive chairman once his successor is appointed. The decision to split the roles, which he has held since 2015, aims to enhance focus on the WTA's objectives.

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Netball Australia CEO Kelly Ryan resigns after agreement in principle reached on pay

December 12, 2023
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Netball Australia (NA) Chief Executive Kelly Ryan has resigned in the aftermath of a recent agreement to resolve a prolonged pay dispute in the Super Netball League. The players in the league had not received payment since their contracts expired in September, causing financial hardship.

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UFC 296: Leon Edwards says he and Colby Covington are ‘total opposites’

December 12, 2023
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It's late November, and Leon Edwards is engaged in his final wrestling class of the training camp before heading to Las Vegas. Clad in training gear and a beanie hat to combat the cold in Birmingham, Edwards, the UFC welterweight champion, demonstrates humility and a commitment to learning. At 32, Edwards emphasizes his confidence and growth after becoming a champion, underlining the significance of his team and self-belief.

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Harry Kane: Ex-Man Utd target playing for Bayern Munich at Old Trafford

December 12, 2023
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Harry Kane, the England captain, finds himself in an unusual position as he returns to play his first club game in England since joining Bayern Munich, facing Manchester United at Old Trafford. The move to Bayern was marked by a persistent pursuit by the German club, ultimately convincing Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy to let Kane go in August, while Manchester United withdrew from the race, deeming the transfer too expensive and complex. The irony lies in Kane's swift promotion within Bayern, now placed in Band B in the PCB's central contract list.

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Shan Masood: New Pakistan captain faces tough baptism in Australia

December 12, 2023
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The appointment of Shan Masood as the new captain of the Pakistan Test cricket team concluded a period of turmoil, marked by dramatic developments orchestrated by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). The sequence of events began with a press release attributing the historic World Cup defeat to Afghanistan to the incumbent captain Babar Azam and then-chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq. Subsequently, Azam voluntarily stepped down, and Masood and Shaheen Afridi were announced as the new Test and T20 captains, respectively, while Mohammad Hafeez replaced Mickey Arthur as team director.

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Referee punched: Turkish FA halts league football after club president hits Super Lig official

December 12, 2023
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Following an incident where a referee was physically assaulted by a club president, Turkish football authorities have taken swift action by suspending all leagues indefinitely. The attack occurred after a top-flight game between MKE Ankaragucu and Caykur Rizespor, where referee Halil Umut Meler was punched to the ground by Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca. The assault took place after Ankaragucu conceded a last-minute equalizer.

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Cardi B reveals she has split with husband Offset

December 12, 2023
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Cardi B has expressed her desire for "a new beginning" following her separation from husband Offset, as revealed by the rapper in an Instagram Live session shared by a pop culture account. The announcement hints at the possibility of the couple ending their five-year marriage. Offset, a member of the Migos rap group, has not publicly commented on the reported split.