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'Alvida, kushti': Vinesh Phogat announces retirement after Paris Olympics disqualification

Timesofindia.indiatimes.com (sports) 

A disappointed and heartbroken Indian wrestler, Vinesh Phogat announced her retirement from wrestling on Thursday following her disqualification from the Paris Olympics. Vinesh shared an emotional message on social media. She was disqualified after being found 100 grams overweight during the weigh-in ahead of her gold medal match. Vinesh made history by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to reach the gold medal bout in her category on Tuesday. She was assured of at least a silver medal before the disqualification.

Nasdaq ends down 1% as tech shares fall; Treasury auction weak

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

U.S. stocks closed lower on Wednesday, with the Nasdaq dropping 1%. Technology shares and a weak 10-year Treasury auction dampened investor sentiment. The S&P 500 technology index was the biggest drag, falling 1.4%. Significant declines included Walt Disney and Super Micro Computer. Investors remained cautious amid recession worries and upcoming central bank commentary.

Thousands of anti-racism protesters take to England's streets - BBC.com

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  1. Thousands of anti-racism protesters take to England's streets  BBC.com
  2. ‘Show of unity’ from communities and police ‘defeated challenges we’ve seen’ from far-right riots, says Met chief – live  The Guardian
  3. ‘More of us than you’: Thousands of anti-racism protesters turn out to counter far-right rallies in UK  CNN
  4. UK Anti-Racism Protests Counter Far-Right Demonstrations  Bloomberg

Driven to death: Auto driver killed in Gurgaon family feud

«The Times of India» (indiatimes.com) 

Two men were arrested from Sanp Ki Nangli for the murder of 27-year-old auto driver Kuldeep, who was found dead behind KR Mangalam University in Sohna. The trio, including an earlier arrested Veerender, kidnapped and killed Kuldeep, accusing him of blackmail with intimate videos of a family member. Kuldeep was assaulted for over three hours before his body was dumped. The crime came to light when he failed to pick up schoolgirls, leading to the discovery of his auto and subsequent investigation. Police recovered the cell phones... Читать дальше...

Oil prices tick up on sharp fall in US crude inventories

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Oil prices increased for the third day following a significant reduction in U.S. crude inventories. Brent and WTI futures experienced mild gains. The unexpected fall in U.S. crude stockpiles and potential Middle East supply risks contributed to the upward trend. Additionally, Libya announced a production cut due to protests, adding to the market fluctuations.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. can appear on New Jersey's ballot, state's top elections official says

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. didn’t violate New Jersey’s “sore loser” law and can appear on the ballot as an independent candidate. Lt. Gov. Tahesha Way, who also serves as secretary of state, issued an order Wednesday upholding in part an administrative law judge’s determination just a day earlier. The ruling means Kennedy can appear on the November ballot, and Way accepted his petition as an independent. Way rejected part of Administrative Law Judge Ernest Bongiovanni’s ruling saying that election attorney... Читать дальше...