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US Open announces record $108 million prize purse
Aug 20 : The U.S. Open will hand out $108 million in prize money at this year’s final Grand Slam, it said on Thursday, marking the largest purse in tennis history and a 20 per cent jump from last year’s total payout.The men’s and women’s singles champions at the August 23 to September 13 major…
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Dollar hits 3-month low vs euro, pares losses after Treasury move
NEW YORK, Aug 20 : The U.S. dollar fell to a three-month low against the euro on Thursday before paring losses after the Treasury Department moved to calm a bond market selloff that had pushed long-end yields to their highest level since 2007.The Treasury said Wednesday it would double the size of its buyback
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Crypto shares climb after Trump advocates for Clarity Act
Aug 20 : Cryptocurrency- and blockchain-related stocks surged on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump urged Congress to pass legislation establishing clear rules for digital assets, following a White House meeting with industry executives.Trump, a vocal cryptocurrency advocate who has promised to make t
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UK cinemas restricting Meta AI and other smart glasses over piracy concerns
LONDON, Aug 20 : Cinema operators in Britain are introducing policies to prohibit or restrict camera-enabled smart glasses, including Meta’s AI-powered eyewear, the UK Cinema Association said on Thursday, citing privacy and film piracy concerns.The move follows growing scrutiny of smart glasses over their rec
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Brazil’s iconic Maracana to stage Women’s World Cup opener and final in 2027
Aug 20 : Brazil will stage the opening game and final of the 2027 Women’s World Cup at Rio de Janeiro’s Maracana Stadium, according to the match schedule unveiled on Thursday for the 32-team tournament.The hosts kick off the event on June 24 in a fitting opening to the first Women’s World Cup held in…
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Water activities at Pandan Reservoir suspended after crocodile sighting
The National Parks Board and PUB are conducting search and capture operations in the area.
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Barca bring back Cancelo for third spell on deal until 2029
Aug 20 : Barcelona have signed fullback Joao Cancelo on a free transfer until June 2029, the LaLiga champions said on Thursday, with the Portugal international returning to the Catalan club for a third spell.The 32-year-old first joined Barca on loan from Premier League side Manchester City during the 2023-24
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World Athletics unveils lane draft, jump-offs for new Ultimate Championship
Aug 20 : Sprinters will choose their own lanes, jump-offs will decide winners in the high jump and pole vault, and television viewers will get win probabilities and live fan feedback when World Athletics launches its new Ultimate Championship.The sport’s governing body unveiled a series of innovations on Thur
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Oil hits over 3-week high on Middle East supply concerns amid war impasse
LONDON, Aug 20 : Oil prices climbed to more than three-week highs on Thursday, driven by concerns that the impasse in the Iran war will continue to disrupt supply from the key Middle Eastern producing region.Brent crude futures for October delivery were up $2.19, or 2.39 per cent, to $93.81 a barrel at 1257 G
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West Ham appeal to fans to avoid ‘offensive and divisive’ chants
LONDON, Aug 20 : West Ham United on Thursday urged supporters to avoid “offensive and divisive” chanting after a section of away fans sang a chant containing an anti-Palestinian message during Sunday’s 2-2 Championship draw at Burnley.The club, relegated from the Premier League last season, did not name the p
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