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Novak Djokovic encouraged, still undecided about Wimbledon

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

(Photo credit: Susan Mullane-USA TODAY Sports) Still undecided about Wimbledon, Novak Djokovic said this week he will only compete at the third grand slam of the year if he feels fit enough to win the title. Djokovic, 37, tore the medial meniscus in his right knee at the French Open earlier this month and underwent a surgical procedure. The Wimbledon draw takes place Friday, with first-round matches beginning Monday. Th

Red Wings acquire 2nd-round pick from Predators

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

(Photo credit: David Kirouac-USA TODAY Sports) The Detroit Red Wings acquired a second-round pick in the 2024 NHL Draft and forward Jesse Kiiskinen from the Nashville Predators on Tuesday in exchange for defenseman Andrew Gibson. The Red Wings will hold a pair of picks (Nos. 47 and 53 overall) in the second round. Kiiskinen, 18, recorded 10 points (four goals, six assists) in 36 games for the Pelicans in Finland's Liiga

As Judge Nixes $30 Billion Swipe Fee Settlement, What Comes Next?

PYMNTS.com 

Nothing’s settled, it seems — except that the $30 billion so-called “swipe fee” settlement is, at least in this incarnation, seemingly dead and gone. And what comes next is almost certain to be more legal wrangling. On Tuesday (June 25), U.S. District Judge Margo Brodie — having set expectations during a hearing earlier this month […]

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UP approves ordinance to curb practice of paper leaks

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

The UP government, in response to frequent leaks of examination papers, adopted an ordinance on Tuesday aimed at curbing the practice. The ordinance imposes strict penalties on anyone implicated in paper leaks, including institutions and individuals connected to them. Penalties range from two years to life imprisonment, accompanied by fines that could amount to Rs 1 crore.

Aston Villa’s growing fan base in the Gulf region

Avillafan 

Aston Villa FC, considered one of England’s most historic soccer clubs, has seen an extensive upward thrust in its fan base across the Gulf location. This growth in aid isn’t simply confined to casual fans but additionally extends to well-organized fan clubs, called Lions Clubs, in several Gulf states. During the last few years, the […]

Washington Post reports climate change could revive poppy cultivation in Afghanistan

Khaama Press (Afghan News Agency) 

The Washington Post reported that climate change jeopardises Afghanistan’s farmers’ livelihoods. According to the report, water scarcity, lack of alternative crops, and support programs could drive farmers back towards poppy cultivation in Afghanistan. The ban on poppy cultivation, while reducing production significantly in Afghanistan, faces challenges from the impacts of climate change. The Washington Post […]

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