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Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram has raised serious concerns about the state of Pakistan cricket, arguing that the team’s current struggles are the result of problems that have been building for years. As Pakistan continues to face difficulties against England, the legendary pacer believes the issues extend far beyond the national team and are deeply connected to weaknesses in the country’s domestic cricket structure.Wasim Akram decodes main problem with PakistanAkram has often been viewed as one of the biggest names who could contribute to the development of Pakistan cricket. However, the former fast bowler believes the challenges facing the sport…

Real Madrid and Manchester City started their UEFA Champions League campaign in winning fashion. Los Blancos edged Inter Milan 2-1, while the Citizens beat FC Porto 2-0 in Portugal. Madrid Beat Inter at Santiago Bernabéu After a disappointing 1-0 loss to Real Betis in La Liga, Jose Mourinho’s men looked to make amends as they hosted Inter. However, it was far from a comfortable match for the home team as the Nerazzurri put on a strong display. Nevertheless, despite Inter‘s strong start, it was Madrid that got themselves ahead through Kylian Mbappe on 14 minutes. Los Blancos doubled their lead…

Things are starting to pick up a little bit around the NHL with the NHL/NHLPA media tour going on in Vegas, and teams starting to come together for golf outings as training camps are set to open next week. Quick hits involving Crosby, Fantilli, Gauthier, Kucherov, Hellebuyck and more Mark Lazerus: Pittsburgh Penguins forward Sidney Crosby is eligible for a contract extension and was asked at the NHL/NHLPA media tour about his situation: “Pat (Brisson)’s talking to Kyle (Dubas). It’s just a little bit more difficult at my age as far as trying to project where you’re gonna be. ……

Japanese brewer Sapporo says it will move some beer production from Canada to the US after new tariffs on Canadian beer took effect on Tuesday. The move follows the introduction of a 50% tariff on beer imported from Canada. For companies shipping beer across the border, that means significantly higher costs. Chief strategy officer Rieko Shofu described tariffs as “something out of our control,” telling Bloomberg that the beer giant would “move ahead with local production”. Sapporo did not immediately respond to the BBC’s request for comment. The company plans to shift production of its non-alcoholic beer, currently made in…

British bitcoin exchange CoinCorner has debuted a multisig BTC custody service that splits control of customer keys between the Isle of Man exchange and its US partner AnchorWatch — with holdings insured by Lloyd’s of London.  The service charges 1.5% a year and is pitched at owners who want cold-storage security without managing hardware themselves, the Isle of Man-based company announced Tuesday. Its new service comes following the Coldcard wallet hack — where bitcoin holders using a single signature wallet lost funds after hackers were able to exploit the popular products due to a firmware bug in the devices that…

Actor Noel Clarke has been charged with sexual offences including sexual assault, voyeurism and exposure.The Crown Prosecution Service authorised the Metropolitan Police to charge the Doctor Who and Kidulthood star on Wednesday, after a file of evidence was submitted by detectives.Clarke, 50, from Kensington, west London, was charged with two counts of sexual assault, three charges of voyeurism and one charge of exposure.The offences are alleged to have taken place between 2007 and 2016 and relate to five women.The charges follow an investigation by detectives which began in September 2025. A man, then in his 40s, was first arrested in…

By Mark James, updated September 9, 2026 Investing Safely, Properly, and Efficiently Investing can be a rewarding journey, but it also comes with its challenges. As the financial landscape evolves, it is crucial to approach investing with a mindset that prioritises safety, efficiency, and responsibility. This article will explore how to invest wisely, ensuring that you make informed decisions while minimising risks. Understanding the Importance of Safe Investing Investing is not merely about making money; it’s about securing your financial future. Recent research confirms that about 58% of UK adults participate in some form of investment. This percentage equals roughly…

Sachin hails Shelton’s big win over Alcaraz (Agency Images) Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar was left impressed by the intensity of the Ben Shelton-Carlos Alcaraz battle at the US Open, describing their quarter-final clash as “some tennis” after a gripping five-set contest that went down to the final few points.Shelton stunned defending champion Alcaraz 6-7(5), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6(10-7) in a dramatic encounter that lasted four hours and 28 minutes. The American held his nerve in the deciding tiebreak to pull off one of the biggest wins of his career.Taking to X, Tendulkar praised the fighting spirit shown by both…

The US Senate will hold a cloture vote on September 15 on the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, or CLARITY Act. This procedural vote, needing 60 votes to pass, is seen as a key moment for crypto markets, especially within the XRP Ripple community. A successful vote could enable a lasting regulatory framework for digital commodities, while a failure might hinder crypto regulation for the rest of the year. Notably, this vote will not directly affect XRP’s legal status. Discussions on platforms like X and Reddit, particularly by user RippleXity, suggest the CLARITY Act could put XRP at the center…