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Gary Wilson says his snooker struggles are getting worse after World Championship exit
Gary Wilson says his problems with the yips are worsening after a first-round 10-5 defeat to Judd Trump at the World Snooker Championship. The 40-year-old said he feels “completely lost,” described his cueing as awful, and pushed back at commentators he believes are misreading his issues as a simple confidence problem. Wilson said he is seeking outside help, but insists the problem is technical rather than mental.
LIV Golf Says Saudi Funding Is Secure Despite New Rumours
LIV Golf’s president of business operations, Chris Heck, rejected speculation that the league is facing financial trouble, saying it is “funded” and operating as usual. His comments came as reports continued to question whether Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund will keep backing the circuit beyond the current season, though LIV’s leadership says the league remains confident and players have publicly downplayed the rumours.
US Treasury Blocks Nearly $500 Million Cash Shipment to Iraq
The US Treasury blocked a plane carrying nearly $500 million in US banknotes, as part of a move to halt shipment of Iraq’s oil dollars in an effort to curb Iran-linked groups.
Mexico Pledges Security at Tourist Sites After Shooting
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said security will be increased at tourist sites after a shooting, and acknowledged that the archaeological site outside Mexico City did not have measures in place to prevent the attack.
World’s Biggest Condom Maker Plans Price Hike Amid Iran War
Malaysia-based Karex, which makes more than five billion condoms a year and supplies brands including Durex and Trojan, is set to raise prices as the Iran war pushes costs higher.
Bangladesh’s New Parliament Rolls Back Reforms Introduced After Student-Led Protests
Bangladesh’s new parliament has reversed several accountability reforms introduced after Hasina’s ouster. The changes were meant to improve oversight, but lawmakers have now rolled them back.
Major Study Finds Childhood Mental Health Risks Differ Between City and Rural Upbringing
A major study finds that where children grow up can shape mental health in different ways. Children raised in rural areas were more likely to show depression, withdrawal, and emotional problems, while children in cities were more likely to develop behavioural issues such as ADHD.
World’s Biggest Condom Maker Warns Prices Could Rise as Iran Conflict Disrupts Supplies
Karex, the world’s largest condom manufacturer, says prices could rise by 30% or more if the Iran conflict keeps disrupting access to key production materials. The Malaysian company, which makes more than five billion condoms a year for brands like Durex and Trojan and for public health suppliers, says manufacturing costs, freight charges, and shipping delays have all climbed as supply chains are hit by the unrest.
Consumer group prepares legal challenge to FCA’s £9.1bn car loan compensation scheme
Consumer Voice is preparing to take the Financial Conduct Authority to court over its £9.1bn redress scheme for victims of the UK car loan scandal. The group’s lawyers have notified the FCA that they plan to challenge the programme, arguing it is inadequate and would leave drivers shortchanged.
TikTok videos featuring toddlers in skincare routines raise exploitation fears
Guardian analysis found children as young as two appearing in TikTok skincare videos, prompting concern about how far the beauty industry reaches online and how little protection exists for child influencers. In a review of 7,600 skincare-related posts, 400 featured children believed to be under 13, including at least 90 posts with under-fives such as babies and toddlers.
April 22, 2005: Zacarias Moussaoui Pleads Guilty to Charges Tied to the Sept. 11 Attacks
On April 22, 2005, Zacarias Moussaoui, the only man charged in the United States in connection with the September 11, 2001 attacks, pleaded guilty and was later sentenced to life in prison.
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By IniaesGary Wilson says his snooker struggles are getting worse after World Championship exit
Gary Wilson says his problems with the yips are worsening after a first-round 10-5 defeat to Judd Trump at the World Snooker Championship. The 40-year-old said he feels “completely lost,” described his cueing as awful, and pushed back at commentators he believes are misreading his issues as a simple confidence problem. Wilson said he is seeking outside help, but insists the problem is technical rather than mental.
LIV Golf Says Saudi Funding Is Secure Despite New Rumours
LIV Golf’s president of business operations, Chris Heck, rejected speculation that the league is facing financial trouble, saying it is “funded” and operating as usual. His comments came as reports continued to question whether Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund will keep backing the circuit beyond the current season, though LIV’s leadership says the league remains confident and players have publicly downplayed the rumours.
US Treasury Blocks Nearly $500 Million Cash Shipment to Iraq
The US Treasury blocked a plane carrying nearly $500 million in US banknotes, as part of a move to halt shipment of Iraq’s oil dollars in an effort to curb Iran-linked groups.
Mexico Pledges Security at Tourist Sites After Shooting
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said security will be increased at tourist sites after a shooting, and acknowledged that the archaeological site outside Mexico City did not have measures in place to prevent the attack.
World’s Biggest Condom Maker Plans Price Hike Amid Iran War
Malaysia-based Karex, which makes more than five billion condoms a year and supplies brands including Durex and Trojan, is set to raise prices as the Iran war pushes costs higher.
Bangladesh’s New Parliament Rolls Back Reforms Introduced After Student-Led Protests
Bangladesh’s new parliament has reversed several accountability reforms introduced after Hasina’s ouster. The changes were meant to improve oversight, but lawmakers have now rolled them back.
Major Study Finds Childhood Mental Health Risks Differ Between City and Rural Upbringing
A major study finds that where children grow up can shape mental health in different ways. Children raised in rural areas were more likely to show depression, withdrawal, and emotional problems, while children in cities were more likely to develop behavioural issues such as ADHD.
World’s Biggest Condom Maker Warns Prices Could Rise as Iran Conflict Disrupts Supplies
Karex, the world’s largest condom manufacturer, says prices could rise by 30% or more if the Iran conflict keeps disrupting access to key production materials. The Malaysian company, which makes more than five billion condoms a year for brands like Durex and Trojan and for public health suppliers, says manufacturing costs, freight charges, and shipping delays have all climbed as supply chains are hit by the unrest.
Consumer group prepares legal challenge to FCA’s £9.1bn car loan compensation scheme
Consumer Voice is preparing to take the Financial Conduct Authority to court over its £9.1bn redress scheme for victims of the UK car loan scandal. The group’s lawyers have notified the FCA that they plan to challenge the programme, arguing it is inadequate and would leave drivers shortchanged.
TikTok videos featuring toddlers in skincare routines raise exploitation fears
Guardian analysis found children as young as two appearing in TikTok skincare videos, prompting concern about how far the beauty industry reaches online and how little protection exists for child influencers. In a review of 7,600 skincare-related posts, 400 featured children believed to be under 13, including at least 90 posts with under-fives such as babies and toddlers.
April 22, 2005: Zacarias Moussaoui Pleads Guilty to Charges Tied to the Sept. 11 Attacks
On April 22, 2005, Zacarias Moussaoui, the only man charged in the United States in connection with the September 11, 2001 attacks, pleaded guilty and was later sentenced to life in prison.