Cheptegei died on Thursday, four days after her partner attacked her in the latest attack on a female athlete in Uganda.A picture of Rebecca Cheptegei appeared on a giant screen after the marathon events at the Paralympic Games in Paris in a tribute to the Ugandan runner who died after she was doused in petrol and set on fire by her boyfriend in Kenya. Spectators applauded as the face of Cheptegei, who took part in the Paris Olympics marathon, was shown on the Esplanade des Invalides on Sunday. Cheptegei died on Thursday, four days after her partner attacked her in…
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Taylor Fritz is seeking the first Grand Slam singles title for an American man in 21 years, and Jannik Sinner will be trying for second major championship of the season when they meet in the U.S. Open final. Sunday’s title match in Arthur Ashe Stadium is scheduled to begin at about 2 p.m. EDT, two hours earlier than its usual start. The men’s final will be on Sunday with coverage on ABC beginning at 2 p.m. ET. The No. 1-ranked Sinner is 34-2 on hard courts in 2024 with four titles, including at the Australian Open in January. The 23-year-old…
The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) (https://ISDBInstitute.org/) is pleased to announce the successful completion of its flagship Islamic Finance Strategic Mapping Framework (IF-MAP, formerly IF-CAF) (https://apo-opa.co/4cXPwti) pilot exercise in the Republic of Kazakhstan. This comprehensive assessment, conducted in collaboration with the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC), aimed to identify key opportunities and challenges within the country’s Islamic finance sector. The pilot initiative of IF-MAP was launched (https://apo-opa.co/3MyooGO) in June 2023, and involved extensive consultations with key stakeholders, including government agencies, financial institutions, and industry experts. The resulting tailored policy recommendations report, which outlines the sector’s progress and provides recommendations for future…
Bill Belichick has taken on numerous media roles in the past several months, but the legendary coach’s stance on returning to the sideline next season reportedly has not changed.Belichick still has interest in coaching in the NFL in 2025, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported on Sunday. The 72-year-old is expected to be selective, however, and is only eyeing the “right situations.”Schefter also noted that multiple teams offered to hire Belichick in some sort prominent assistant role during the offseason, with both the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams having pursued the six-time Super Bowl champion as a defensive coordinator. Belichick…
The Summer Paralympic Games in Paris are now coming to a close. Over the past 10 days, more than 1,000 athletes with disabilities competed in 164 different disciplines. Inspiring stories about overcoming adversity and celebrating diversity filled sports pages covering the event. Indeed, the Paralympics, which are held every four years, promise athletes with disabilities a platform where dedication and skill, not their physical conditions, define their potential for victory. They are supposed to guarantee fairness and inclusivity. Yet, when I naively embarked on my journey as a Paralympic athlete, I was shocked to find a system that often accentuates…
Impressions of the No Logo Festival at Fraisans, France. 9/10/11 August, 2024. With Skarra Mucci, Mo’ Kalamity, Mystically, The Wailers, Kongo Blue, Sika Lion, Flavia Coelho, Jahneration, Johnny Clarke, Luciano, Kabaka Pyramid, Marcus Gad, Dezarie, Samory I, and more. The Jura is known for its cheeses, wine, and forests… But when the small town of Fraisans attracts more than 17,000 people yearly, it’s all thanks to its festival! This is what makes No Logo the biggest reggae festival in France. With a lineup that includes international stars, local bands, and artists, festival-goers had a variety of musical atmospheres to enjoy.…
The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority is knuckling down on all angles to host its first-ever dedicated consumer event in London on Saturday 14 September, as part of Saint Lucia Showcase 2024.The event, titled Saint Lucia Showcse—Consumer Edit: A Celebration of Travel, Music, and Culture, will feature three sessions: a Morning Showcase from 10am to 1pm, an Afternoon Showcase from 2 to 5pm, and an Evening Showcase from 7 to 10:30pm.Attendees can immerse themselves in Saint Lucia’s culture with activities such as quadrille dancing, Creole language lessons, steel pan music, and face painting. It offers visitors a unique chance to experience Saint Lucia’s…
In response to the escalating humanitarian crisis in Sudan, UNICEF Libya has received $1,750,000 in funding from USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA). This support will significantly enhance UNICEF’s efforts to meet the urgent needs of Sudanese children and their families seeking safety in Libya. “Children are bearing the brunt of this crisis, facing severe risks to their health, safety, and well-being,” said Mohammed Fayyazi, UNICEF Representative in Libya. “This generous contribution from USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance is timely and crucial. It enables us to expand our emergency nutrition services to reach more children and families affected by the…
The Dallas Mavericks have reportedly wanted veteran Markieff Morris back for a while. On Saturday, they made it official. The 34-year-old Morris agreed to return to the Mavericks on a one-year deal, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic, keeping a veteran leader in their locker room. It won’t necessarily keep Morris on the court, where he’s played only 34 games for the Mavs since coming over in the 2023 trade that brought Kyrie Irving to Dallas. But Dallas isn’t re-signing Morris for his 2.5 points per game and the 15 three-pointers he sank last season. It’s bringing him back…
Apollo Quiboloy, an ally of ex-President Duterte, is facing child sex trafficking charges in the Philippines and the US.An influential Filipino pastor charged with sex trafficking who had been a longtime ally of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been arrested by authorities, the government said. Department of Interior Secretary Benhur Abalos announced the arrest of Apollo Quiboloy in a brief social media post on Sunday. He did not say where the pastor was arrested. But the self-proclaimed “owner of the universe” and “appointed son of God” was believed to be hiding in a bunker at a sprawling compound owned…