Mexico to cut school year short

The official ball of the 2026 FIFA World Cup named “Trionda” is displayed during a presentation event in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo: REUTERS MEXICO CITY: Mexican authorities on Friday announced that the school year would end over a month early as the country gears up to host World Cup matches, prompting broad backlash. Education Secretary…

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Im leads Fleetwood by one at Quail

South Korea’s Im Sung-jae fired a two-under par 69 to grab a one-stroke lead after the second round of the PGA Truist Championship. Photo: AFP WASHINGTON: South Korea’s Im Sung-jae fired a two-under par 69 to seize a one-stroke lead over England’s Tommy Fleetwood after Friday’s second round of the PGA Truist Championship. Im birdied…

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IMF flags ZTBL privatisation risks

ISLAMABAD: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has flagged that Pakistan’s decision to privatise Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL) could raise issues of access to credit for small farmers, as the bank has managed to reduce bad loans by one quarter to Rs50 billion to address governance concerns. Would the privatisation expose Pakistan’s 97% small-scale farmers…

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Crusaders hail Fainga’anuku’s switch

CHRISTCHURCH: The Canterbury Crusaders say star back Leicester Fainga’anuku’s move into the forward pack has exceeded expectations after he powered the defending champions to an important Super Rugby win. Fainga’anuku was a dynamic performer playing as a flanker in Friday night’s 36-20 victory over the higher-ranked Auckland Blues in Christchurch. It was a third successive…

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IPL 2026: Why Rajasthan Royals will wear special pink jerseys against Gujarat Titans | Cricket News

Rajasthan Royals announce ‘Pink Promise Match’ on May 9 Rajasthan Royals will take the field in a special all-pink jersey during their crucial IPL 2026 clash against Gujarat Titans in Jaipur on Saturday, but the occasion is about far more than just cricket.The match marks the Royals’ third annual ‘Pink Promise Match’, an initiative dedicated…

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‘Nikammay’ serves up laughs, family chaos in Express Entertainment’s evening slot

Express Entertainment is making waves in the prime time slot with its ongoing drama Nikammay, a lighthearted, laughter-filled series that has quickly captured audience attention. Airing daily at 7:00pm, the drama showcases Express Entertainment’s mission to bring quality stories to its viewers. Built around warm family banter and emotionally grounded storytelling, Nikammay stands out for its refreshing…

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