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Steve Smith breaks Test fielding record as Australia dominate South Africa | Cricket

Steve Smith breaks Test fielding record as Australia dominate South Africa | Cricket

Published by Sam Flores

Smith moves to 223 career catches, a record for fielders, as Australia bowl out South Africa for 284 in reply to 390. Published On 12 Oct 202612 Oct 2026 Steve Smith has broken the Test record for the most career catches by a fielder as Australia have played themselves into a strong position on the third day of the first Test against hosts South Africa. Smith held four catches on Sunday, taking his total to 223, as South Africa were bowled out for 284 in reply to Australia’s first innings of 390 at Kingsmead Stadium in Durban. Nic Maddinson (17 not out) and Travis Head (10 not out) added 33 runs off just 5.4 overs to stretch Australia’s overall lead to 139 before bad light ended play for the third day in a row. Maddinson, who laboured to a 33-ball duck in the first innings, hit two fours off Marco Jansen in the first over of the second innings and added a six off Wiaan Mulder before play was called off. Australia’s bowlers applied relentless …

Middle East War, High Debt Levels to Dominate IMF-World Bank Meetings in Bangkok

Middle East War, High Debt Levels to Dominate IMF-World Bank Meetings in Bangkok

Published by Sam Flores

BANGKOK, Oct 11 (Reuters) – Finance officials from around the world will gather in Bangkok this week under the shadow of a widening war in the ⁠Middle East, ⁠the biggest-ever energy supply shock and rising interest rates that together pose daunting risks to ⁠already-sluggish global economic growth. The US-Israeli-led war with Iran, now in its eighth month, and its inflationary impact, will dominate the agenda and sideline conversations during the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World ​Bank, being held outside of Washington for the first time in three years. IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva told Reuters during a tour of the 300,000 square-meter Queen Sirikit National Convention Center on Sunday evening that 18,000 people were registered to attend the meetings, 4,000 more than the last off-site meetings held in Morocco in October 2023. SEVERAL FINANCE MINISTERS ‌STAYING AWAY Notably absent will be US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who dispatched two ‌senior officials in his stead while he handles some “domestic engagements,” a US official said. Federal Reserve Board Chairman Kevin Warsh will …

China Will Dominate Global Nuclear Energy Through 2035, Analyst Says

China Will Dominate Global Nuclear Energy Through 2035, Analyst Says

Published by Jenni Sidey

Authored by Haley Zaremba via OilPrice.com, The future of nuclear energy is in China’s hands. While the United States remains the world’s largest producer of nuclear energy, China’s sector is growing at such a rapid clip that it is expected to overtake France as well as the United States to become the world’s leading nuclear power producer within the next decade. In addition to this rapid expansion of traditional nuclear power capacity, Beijing has also quickly become the global leader in a broad and diverse range of advanced nuclear power technologies. “By a wide margin, China will have the world’s most dynamic and significant nuclear industry through 2035,” Damien Ma, energy lead analyst for Gavekal Technologies, wrote in a recent report, as quoted by the South China Morning Post. “Construction efficiencies mean China can build a new plant in about six years, compared with more than a decade for the latest Vogtle reactors in the US,” Ma went on to say. The United States has added just one nuclear plant in the last decade, Georgia’s …

AI, data center alarms dominate CBC week in Washington

AI, data center alarms dominate CBC week in Washington

Published by Sam Flores

U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) (L) looks on as Congressional Black Caucus Chairperson Yvette Clarke (D-NY) speaks during a news conference in opposition to the SCORE Act in front of the U.S. Capitol on May 19, 2026 in Washington, DC. Alex Wong | Getty Images This year’s Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference, which wraps Sunday, has taken on a different feel than its usual college homecoming vibe. The event, which has drawn thousands of attendees to Washington, took on a more serious tone with briefings and conversations focused on artificial intelligence opportunities and regulation amid escalating concern about threats posed by the technology. “I stand 100%, and so does the CBC on regulation,” CBC Vice Chair Rep. Troy Carter (D-La.) told CNBC. “I think we need guardrails, I think we need transparency, I think we need to prepare and protect the community from the potential ills that come with it.” Carter said at least 60 of the 62 members of the CBC would vote for a bill to regulate artificial intelligence, creating …

People’s Picks: 4 Phone Brands Dominate, but 1 Reigns Supreme and It’s Not Apple

People’s Picks: 4 Phone Brands Dominate, but 1 Reigns Supreme and It’s Not Apple

Published by skeptic

Every few years, you may think about upgrading your smartphone. A lot of thought and research goes into your next choice, whether it’s the price, features or brand reputation. Maybe you’re eyeing the latest and greatest, or considering a different phone brand or model altogether. Our readers’ opinions may help you decide.  CNET’s People’s Picks dives into what our readers really think about their tech devices and services, like their internet service provider, TVs and even their mobile carrier.  This round was all about readers’ phone brands, just in time for Apple’s Sept. 9 Surprise and shine event, where we expect new iPhone models to be revealed. We asked about everything from brand loyalty to battery life, durability and even price-to-value. The results came down to four big-name tech brands. While there’s only one overall winner, other brands win in key categories that can make a big difference in your day-to-day tasks if you’re upgrading soon.  Overall winner: Google J. Hazelwood/CNET Google is the overall winner for CNET’s People’s Picks for Phones. CNET averaged the …

Ridley Scott’s The Dog Stars falls short at box office as Spider-Man continues to dominate

Ridley Scott’s The Dog Stars falls short at box office as Spider-Man continues to dominate

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter The Dog Stars, the new Ridley Scott-directed film starring Jacob Elordi, has fallen short at the box office during its opening weekend. Based on Peter Heller’s 2012 novel of the same name about the aftermath of a deadly flu virus, The Dog Stars was released in theaters Friday. In addition to Elordi, the science-fiction thriller stars Josh Brolin, Margaret Qualley, Guy Pearce, Allison Janney and Benedict Wong. According to Variety, the film raked in just $8 million in the U.S. after being shown at 3,330 locations, landing in fifth place. The Disney and 20th Century Studios film cost about $80 million to make and could lose tens of millions during its theatrical run, the outlet reported. Spider-Man: Brand New Day, meanwhile, landed the top spot once again, earning more than $22 million. The film has now grossed about $891 million domestically …

Dads and dudes: the two style clans that dominate menswear | Fashion

Dads and dudes: the two style clans that dominate menswear | Fashion

Published by Sam Flores

There is a competition going on at the US Open this week and it’s not the one involving rackets and balls. Instead, leading men who are not entered into this year’s draw are serving looks rather than aces. Tennis legend Roger Federer took to the court on Tuesday in navy blue polo shirt and shorts, navy blue sweatbands and navy blue socks. The cuts were trim and the top was tucked in. The young Spanish player Carlos Alcaraz wore a Nike vest, untucked and the colour of Ribena, maroon shorts, and trainers that looked like a sweetshop counter. The players represent two style clans that are dominating current menswear: the dads and the dudes. If you’re not sure what side of the sartorial net they’re on, here’s a quick form guide. Novak Djokovic, Taylor Fritz and Félix Auger-Aliassime are all “dads”, while Arthur Fils and Andre Agassi are “dudes”. Roger Federer – a ‘dad’. Photograph: Guerin Charles/ABACA/Shutterstock Carlos Alcaraz – a ‘dude’. Photograph: Guerin Charles/ABACA/Shutterstock Away from baselines and backhands, David Beckham in his slim, …

Brook makes Pakistan pay for dropped catch as England dominate first Test | Cricket News

Brook makes Pakistan pay for dropped catch as England dominate first Test | Cricket News

Published by Sam Flores

England were 366-8 at stumps on a rain-marred second day, 195 runs ahead of Pakistan’s meagre first innings of 171. Published On 20 Aug 202620 Aug 2026 Harry Brook has punished Pakistan for dropping him at the start of his innings with a quickfire 91 that strengthened England’s grip on the first cricket Test at Headingley. England were 366-8 at stumps on a rain-marred second day on Thursday, 195 runs ahead of Pakistan’s meagre first innings of 171. Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of list The only sadness for the crowd was that neither of their local Yorkshire heroes were able to post a century, with skipper Joe Root out for 66 before Brook fell late in the day. Dan Lawrence, recalled after the international retirement of former captain Ben Stokes, made 51 and put on 120 with Brook in England’s first Test of the post-Bazball era. Jordan Cox (73) and Root had earlier shared a third-wicket stand of exactly 150 before falling in quick succession to give Pakistan a glimmer of hope in …