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Sabalenka hits out at tennis chiefs over ‘insane’ tournament scheduling The world No 1 expects to ‌skip events again this year and face likely sanctions rather than put her health…

Iran’s commercial hubs became flashpoints for frustration Protests in Iran are predominantly driven by mounting economic pressure and desperation amid the economic crisis. Shops are closed during protests in Tehran’s…

Lebanon army says phase one of disarming non-state groups in south complete Statement says army established state monopoly on arms in an ‘effective and tangible way’, without mentioning Hezbollah. Lebanese…

Palestine Action hunger strikers near death ‘intent’ on continuing protests Remand prisoners suffering from host of dangerous symptoms will keep refusing food as the government refuses to meet their demands,…

Australia beat England in Sydney Test to seal 4-1 Ashes triumph Australia stumble to a five-wicket win in the final Test, bidding farewell to their first Muslim cricketer Usman Khawaja.…

Two people killed in shooting outside Mormon church in Salt Lake City, US As manhunt is under way, police do not believe attack was random but neither was it likely…

China finds risks, opportunities as Trump pushes for ‘spheres of influence’ China will need to reassess its investment in Venezuela and its understanding of US foreign policy under Trump. China’s…

Can a dynastic heir lead a post-dynasty Bangladesh? Former PM Khaleda Zia’s son Tarique Rahman is likely to lead the BNP in February elections. Will Bangladesh accept him? By Abu…

Barcelona rout Athletic Bilbao 5-0 to reach Spanish Super Cup final Fermin Lopez and Raphinha star for Barca as Yamal comes on as a late sub in the Super Coppa…