December 9, 2025 – Page 4

Smriti Mandhana resumes national duties, named in India squad for Sri Lanka T20Is

Smriti Mandhana has resumed national duties after being named in India Women’s 15-member squad for the home T20I series against Sri Lanka. She recently went through a difficult phase after calling off her wedding with music composer Palash Muchhal. Just a day after announcing the separation, the left-handed Mandhana returned to training. Her brother, Shravan […]

7/11 cashiers, dog trainers, golf professional: Senator Eric Schmitt asks why America needs foreign H-1Bs for these ‘nonsense’ jobs

Missouri senator Eric Schmitt made a video of himself listing out H-1B jobs that do not require any high skill, and then tore the paper from which he was reading, calling out companies that are abusing the program, including 7/11. A staunch critic of the H-1B visa program, Schmitt has been raising his voice against […]

UAE announces new Friday prayer timing across all mosques starting January 2026 | World News

UAE annaounces new Friday prayer timing/Representative Image Starting the first Friday of the new year, worshippers across the UAE will follow a new, unified schedule for Friday prayers. The move, announced by the General Authority for Islamic Affairs, Endowments, and Zakat, aims to bring consistency and better organization to mosques nationwide. The General Authority for […]

Is IPL too long? Pakistan’s Wasim Akram takes dig at Indian league, says ‘kids grow up, but the league keeps running’

Wasim Akram took a subtle dig at the Indian Premier League (IPL) over the duration of the world’s richest franchise tournament. The Pakistan legend’s remarks came during a promotional event of Pakistan Super League (PSL) at Lord’s Cricket Ground in the United Kingdom. Akram mocks that kids would grow up, but the Indian league doesn’t […]

The Conflict Over Nigeria’s Returned Treasures

new video loaded: The Conflict Over Nigeria’s Returned Treasures Western museums are returning the Benin Bronzes — priceless items looted during colonialism — to Nigeria, but political infighting has jeopardized the ability to display and maintain the masterpieces. Our reporter, Alex Marshall, traveled to Nigeria to see some of the Bronzes. By Alex Marshall, Stephen […]

MAGA politician writes to White House for ending OPT, says it avoids H-1B restrictions: ‘Allows aliens to overstay…’

MAGA politician and Representative Paul Gosar (Arizona) has written a letter to the White House to curb the OPT (Optional Practical Training) program. He has called the program “badly flawed” and said that it should be eliminated. In his letter, Gosar said that the Trump administration “should not be incentivizing foreign employees over Americans.”Writing to […]

Kuwait’s biggest festival rocked by scandal: 15 arrested for allegedly rigging Ya Hala draws | World News

Kuwait arrests 15 over Ya Hala raffle scandal involving bribery, forgery, and prize manipulation/Representative Image Kuwait is facing a high-stakes scandal that threatens public trust in commercial promotions. Fifteen men and women have been arrested over allegations of rigging the “Ya Hala Draws,” part of the widely popular Kuwait Shopping Festival. Authorities say the scheme […]

How a partnership with broken hand teammate helped Sachin Tendulkar earn his India cap | Cricket News

Sachin Tendulkar. (File photo) NEW DELHI: Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on Tuesday shared a touching memory from 1989-90 when former India player Gursharan Singh, despite having a broken hand, came out to bat at number 10 to help Tendulkar score 103 runs in an Irani Cup match between Rest of India and Delhi at Wankhede […]

Mohamed Salah trains alone as Liverpool future remains uncertain

Mohamed Salah posted a picture from Liverpool’s training ground, training alone as he was left out of the squad for the UEFA Champions League clash against Inter Milan on Tuesday, December 9. Salah has endured a rough season, which has seen him get benched for the last three games as Liverpool’s campaign has been a […]

Explained: What are free zones in Dubai and how expats can start business there | World News

Explore Dubai Free Zones for 100% foreign ownership, tax advantages, and multi zone operations with the Free Zone passport/Representative Image Dubai has become one of the world’s most attractive destinations for entrepreneurs and investors. Its network of Free Zones offers a simple, tax-friendly, and fully foreign owned business environment, making it easier than ever for […]