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Data centre backlash scrambles US midterm politics

Data centres, like this facility in Stone Ridge, Virginia, have sparked anger over noise and rising energy bills in residential areas across America. PHOTO: AFP The data centres powering America’s artificial intelligence boom have become an unlikely target in November’s midterm elections, as anger over rising electricity bills and noise turns Democrats – and a … Read more

Swiatek happy with recent progress

Iga Swiatek (POL) hits a ball to Elena Rybakina (not pictured) during the National Bank Open final at Sobeys Stadium. Photo: REUTERS LONDON: Six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek said recent progress had encouraged her after what she described as the toughest season of her career as the Pole bids for her first major title … Read more

Athapaththu powers Sri Lanka past UAE

Sri Lanka storm past UAE in Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 campaign opener. Photo: ACC Sri Lanka made a flying start to their Women’s Asia Cup defence on Saturday, crushing hosts United Arab Emirates (UAE) by nine wickets after chasing down their modest target of 80 in just 7.5 overs. Captain Chamari Athapaththu led the … Read more

Meeting reviews Asaan Tax Scheme application

[ FBR officials will visit Karachi every month to address grievances, facilitate businesses Bilal Azhar Kayani, Coordinator to the Prime Minister for Economy and Energy addressing a press conference. APP ISLAMABAD: Minister of State for Finance and Railways Bilal Azhar Kayani on Saturday visited the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) for an extensive … Read more

Venezuela’s interim president says US energy deal will last 25 years

Deal targets 17 oilfields, 1.5 million bpd output, to bring Caracas $209 billion in revenue Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez addresses the media following the June 24 earthquakes that struck the country, in Caracas, Venezuela, July 2, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodriguez said on Saturday that an energy agreement with the United States would remain in force … Read more

Munoz saves Iraola in Liverpool draw

Liverpool’s Victor Munoz celebrates scoring their second goal against Forest. Photo: AFP LONDON: Victor Munoz saved Andoni Iraola from his first defeat as Liverpool manager with the late strike that rescued a 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest on Saturday, while Newcastle condemned big-spending Tottenham to a second successive defeat. Forest were set to win at … Read more