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Cricket: Favourites India Begin Asian Games Title Defence Against Japan

NDTV - Sep 17, 2026

Fresh from their record-extending Asia Cup triumph, defending champions India will begin their Asian Games title defence as overwhelming favourites against hosts Japan in the women's quarterfinals in Nagoya on Friday.

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Daughter of F1 legend Juan Pablo Montoya lands Formula 2 driver and BROTHER a fine after breaking obscure rule by wearing revealing dress at the Spanish Grand Prix

Sep 17, 2026

Daughter of F1 legend Juan Pablo Montoya lands Formula 2 driver and BROTHER a fine after breaking obscure rule by wearing revealing dress at the Spanish Grand Prix

Prema raced off to the commissioners, arguing that the social media star was a guest of the team and therefore exempt from the rules.

Jamie Carragher insists youngsters with 'nightmare' parents 'do not fulfil their potential' in warning shot to JJ Gabriel with Man United wonderkid's father pushing for exit

Sep 17, 2026

Jamie Carragher insists youngsters with 'nightmare' parents 'do not fulfil their potential' in warning shot to JJ Gabriel with Man United wonderkid's father pushing for exit

Young stars do not reach their potential if they have a nightmare parent behind the scenes, Jamie Carragher has warned. The pushy parents issue has been in the spotlight.

Saudi club slapped with two-match stadium ban after Cristiano Ronaldo demanded lifetime bans for fans who targeted Ruben Neves with disgraceful Diogo Jota chants

Sep 17, 2026

Saudi club slapped with two-match stadium ban after Cristiano Ronaldo demanded lifetime bans for fans who targeted Ruben Neves with disgraceful Diogo Jota chants

The club will play their next two home fixtures behind closed doors and they have also been ordered to pay a fine of 100,000 Saudi Riyals (£20,000).

Gymnast Pranati Nayak Takes Measured Approach In Bid For Maiden Asian Games Medal

Sep 17, 2026

Gymnast Pranati Nayak Takes Measured Approach In Bid For Maiden Asian Games Medal

Indian gymnast Pranati Nayak has learnt to live with injuries and the long road back to competition after those setbacks, but the frustrating cycle has done little to dampen her spirits as she chases a maiden Asian Games medal in her fourth appearance.

EgyptAir Eyes Cairo-Singapore-Sydney Route for Direct Africa-APAC Link

Sep 17, 2026

EgyptAir Eyes Cairo-Singapore-Sydney Route for Direct Africa-APAC Link

The Star Alliance carrier's proposed service would connect Egypt directly with Singapore and Australia for the first time, pending regulatory approval The post EgyptAir Eyes Cairo-Singapore-Sydney Route for Direct Africa-APAC Link appeared first on Business Traveller.

Setback For Mohammad Rizwan In Legal Battle With Pakistan Board, Probe Takes Unexpected Turn

Sep 17, 2026

Setback For Mohammad Rizwan In Legal Battle With Pakistan Board, Probe Takes Unexpected Turn

During Thursday's hearing, Lahore High Court Chief Justice Aalia Neelum dismissed Mohammad Rizwan's petition after hearing arguments from both sides.

Jurgen Klopp Calls Up 44 Players In Huge First Germany Squad

Sep 17, 2026

Jurgen Klopp Calls Up 44 Players In Huge First Germany Squad

Germany coach Jurgen Klopp handed 16 players their first call-ups on Thursday as he unveiled a 44-man squad for his first camp since taking over as coach in the summer.

Max Verstappen WINS chaotic go karting race against 100 influencers: Formula One star sees off content creators in just 14 LAPS after starting from the back of the grid at Silverstone

Sep 17, 2026

Max Verstappen WINS chaotic go karting race against 100 influencers: Formula One star sees off content creators in just 14 LAPS after starting from the back of the grid at Silverstone

Somewhat controversially, as absolute carnage broke loose, the Dutchman left the track at the second corner to overtake this publication's representative.

Hyrox Beijing athletes get full refund, new hygiene rule will allow competitors to be axed

Sep 17, 2026

Hyrox Beijing athletes get full refund, new hygiene rule will allow competitors to be axed

Hyrox China has given full refunds to competitors affected by last weekend’s incident in Beijing, while the global governing body has updated its rule book to allow race directors to remove athletes if they pose a risk to the hygiene of the event. The commercial fitness competition has faced intense public backlash since elite Australian athlete Joanna Wietrzyk suffered incontinence during the solo women’s event but was allowed to carry on and win. Her mid-race left track surfaces and shared...

Steve Smith reveals impact of ball-tampering scandal ahead of first South Africa Test – ‘traumatic’

Sep 17, 2026

Steve Smith reveals impact of ball-tampering scandal ahead of first South Africa Test – ‘traumatic’

Steve Smith will play his first Test in South Africa in over 8 years since the 2018 ball-tampering scandal. The ex-Australia captain opened up on lingering camera anxiety from that ‘traumatic’ ban, admitting flashbulbs still bring back memories of Cricket Australia's verdict against him.

"The Biggest Fight That We Ever Had": Katchii Clears Air On Nmplol Relationship Controversy

Sep 17, 2026

"The Biggest Fight That We Ever Had": Katchii Clears Air On Nmplol Relationship Controversy

MisterArther accused Nmplol of emotionally ab*sing Katchii on a livestream. She has now given her own account of the night everyone is talking about.

Sachin Tendulkar, PV Sindhu Share Heartwarming Wishes On PM Narendra Modi's 76th Birthday

Sep 17, 2026

Sachin Tendulkar, PV Sindhu Share Heartwarming Wishes On PM Narendra Modi's 76th Birthday

Sports Fraternity on Thursday extended warm wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday and lauded his "tireless dedication" to the nation as "truly inspiring".

Three Man City kids who can light up the Carabao Cup: The one-on-one dribbler who has blown Enzo Maresca away, the defender who took up boxing to toughen up and the 6ft midfield goal-machine with an unlikely first-team buddy

Sep 17, 2026

Three Man City kids who can light up the Carabao Cup: The one-on-one dribbler who has blown Enzo Maresca away, the defender who took up boxing to toughen up and the 6ft midfield goal-machine with an unlikely first-team buddy

During his first weeks in the job at City, Enzo Maresca revealed three academy kids had impressed him sufficiently to earn a permanent residence in first-team training this season.

Kylian Mbappe insists Real Madrid stars 'HAD' to wear t-shirts supporting Ceuta and reveals why he defied orders amid migrant crisis in Spanish enclave

Sep 17, 2026

Kylian Mbappe insists Real Madrid stars 'HAD' to wear t-shirts supporting Ceuta and reveals why he defied orders amid migrant crisis in Spanish enclave

Kylian Mbappe has broken his silence on the decision to defy Real Madrid by covering up a t-shirt bearing a message of solidarity with the people of Ceuta.

Dejected Michael Carrick hits out at 'unacceptable' Man United performance after dismal Carabao Cup defeat by Brighton as he breaks silence on JJ Gabriel, 15, after wonderkid's quit threat

Sep 17, 2026

Dejected Michael Carrick hits out at 'unacceptable' Man United performance after dismal Carabao Cup defeat by Brighton as he breaks silence on JJ Gabriel, 15, after wonderkid's quit threat

NATHAN SALT AT OLD TRAFFORD: Michael Carrick insists he is not feeling the pressure as Man United manager after an 'unacceptable' Carabao Cup exit at the hands of Brighton.

JJ Gabriel told he's 'spitting his dummy out' as Roy Keane sends Man United message

Sep 17, 2026

JJ Gabriel told he's 'spitting his dummy out' as Roy Keane sends Man United message

JJ Gabriel has shocked Manchester United by requesting the club he wants to leave

flydubai To Become First UAE Carrier To Run Direct Flights to Pokhara

Sep 17, 2026

flydubai To Become First UAE Carrier To Run Direct Flights to Pokhara

The Dubai-based airline is adding Nepal’s tourism capital to its network with daily flights starting this month The post flydubai To Become First UAE Carrier To Run Direct Flights to Pokhara appeared first on Business Traveller.

American Express eröffnet erste Centurion Lounge in Europa

Sep 17, 2026

American Express eröffnet erste Centurion Lounge in Europa

Amex bringt die Centurion Lounge an den Flughafen Amsterdam Schiphol. Die Gäste erwarten niederländische Kunst, ein von den Grachten inspirierten Design, regionale Gerichten und lokalen Kaffee, der von Baristas zubereitet wird. Selbst die Lounge-Bulldogge präsentiert sich im Delfter Stil. The post American Express eröffnet erste Centurion Lounge in Europa appeared first on Business Traveller.

Asian Games Chief Defends 'Functional' Rooms After Backlash

Sep 17, 2026

Asian Games Chief Defends 'Functional' Rooms After Backlash

More than 17,000 competitors and officials are expected at the continent's biggest sporting spectacular, which opens on Saturday in Nagoya.

Amid Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Debate, Sunil Gavaskar Sends Big Message To Sanju Samson: "Don't Think He'll Ever Fail"

Sep 17, 2026

Amid Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Debate, Sunil Gavaskar Sends Big Message To Sanju Samson: "Don't Think He'll Ever Fail"

Sanju Samson silenced his critics in style with a fiery half-century against Afghanistan in the second T20I of the three-match series in Delhi on Tuesday.

These are desperate days for Man United: After derby defeat and academy star JJ Gabriel's public snub, it gets even worse for Michael Carrick as Brighton fight back to knock them out of the Carabao Cup

Sep 17, 2026

These are desperate days for Man United: After derby defeat and academy star JJ Gabriel's public snub, it gets even worse for Michael Carrick as Brighton fight back to knock them out of the Carabao Cup

CHRIS WHEELER AT OLD TRAFFORD: What desperate days these are for Manchester United.

Marriott to Debut First Luxury All-Inclusive Resort in EMEA by 2028

Sep 17, 2026

Marriott to Debut First Luxury All-Inclusive Resort in EMEA by 2028

The Ritz-Carlton, Kemer will be located on the Antalya coast, with 141 keys The post Marriott to Debut First Luxury All-Inclusive Resort in EMEA by 2028 appeared first on Business Traveller.

Jamie Redknapp delivers Man United duo brutal Brighton reality check - 'it's not five-a-side'

Sep 17, 2026

Jamie Redknapp delivers Man United duo brutal Brighton reality check - 'it's not five-a-side'

Manchester United were beaten 3-2 by Brighton in the Carabao Cup, with Leny Yoro and Ayden Heaven coming in for particular criticism from Jamie Redknapp after their defensive display

Turkish Airlines to Partner with Liverpool FC from 2027

Sep 17, 2026

Turkish Airlines to Partner with Liverpool FC from 2027

The carrier is shaking up its sports sponsorships by taking over Liverpool FC's main shirt partnership after a 17-year run by Standard Chartered The post Turkish Airlines to Partner with Liverpool FC from 2027 appeared first on Business Traveller.

Court battle looms for Socceroos star after drug test

Sep 17, 2026

Court battle looms for Socceroos star after drug test

Cristian Volpato is set for a court battle as the Socceroos star's lawyer confirms he will challenge charges that he was driving with cocaine in his system.

Legacy Hotels Holding Signs Four New Hotels Across the UAE, Egypt, and Georgia

Sep 17, 2026

Legacy Hotels Holding Signs Four New Hotels Across the UAE, Egypt, and Georgia

The UAE-based hospitality group is expanding its footprint with new openings across the UAE, Egypt, and Georgia as it targets over 65 hotels by 2027 The post Legacy Hotels Holding Signs Four New Hotels Across the UAE, Egypt, and Georgia appeared first on Business Traveller.

Yuvraj Singh Sends Clear Message To Ajit Agarkar Amid Rohit Sharma's 2027 World Cup Uncertainty

Sep 17, 2026

Yuvraj Singh Sends Clear Message To Ajit Agarkar Amid Rohit Sharma's 2027 World Cup Uncertainty

India's squad for the upcoming white-ball series against West Indies was announced on Wednesday with the veteran duo of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli retaining their spots.

Tribute exhibit for Leslie Cheung; Hong Kong’s Gen Z coffee boss: 7 Lifestyle highlights

Sep 17, 2026

Tribute exhibit for Leslie Cheung; Hong Kong’s Gen Z coffee boss: 7 Lifestyle highlights

We have selected seven Lifestyle stories from the past seven days that resonated with our readers. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Leslie Cheung would have been 70 this year. An exhibition celebrates the star For those too young to have attended a live concert by Hong Kong Cantopop icon Leslie Cheung Kwok-wing, who died on April 1, 2003, appreciation often relies on recordings of his performances and exhibitions dedicated to his career and...

JJ Gabriel given very blunt Real Madrid transfer reminder after Man United quit bombshell

Sep 17, 2026

JJ Gabriel given very blunt Real Madrid transfer reminder after Man United quit bombshell

JJ Gabriel has been given some timely advice amid his standoff with Manchester United

Todd Boehly LEAVES Chelsea: Behdad Eghbali's Clearlake Capital complete £1bn deal to buy minority owner's stake in the club as they take 'full control'

Sep 17, 2026

Todd Boehly LEAVES Chelsea: Behdad Eghbali's Clearlake Capital complete £1bn deal to buy minority owner's stake in the club as they take 'full control'

Behdad Eghbali and his Clearlake Capital group have taken full control of Chelsea after purchasing Todd Boehly and Mark Walter's minority shares in the club.

How Hyrox is trying to build a fitness business in India

Sep 17, 2026

How Hyrox is trying to build a fitness business in India

The indoor race, which combines eight 1-km runs with eight functional workouts, has turned fitness into a competition. Yoska Technology Solutions, the event’s organizer in India, is now trying to build a business around the format.

Pakistan vs Thailand: Fatima Sana leads PAK in Asian Games quarter-finals; check playing XIs of both teams

Sep 17, 2026

Pakistan vs Thailand: Fatima Sana leads PAK in Asian Games quarter-finals; check playing XIs of both teams

The winner of the Pakistan vs Thailand quarter-final will face the winner of the match between Sri Lanka and Malaysia in the semi-finals.

Pakistan Cricket Shake-up Sees Leading Stars Return To Domestic Cricket, But It May Harm Them. Ex-Star Explains Why

Sep 17, 2026

Pakistan Cricket Shake-up Sees Leading Stars Return To Domestic Cricket, But It May Harm Them. Ex-Star Explains Why

After the Pakistan Cricket Board's much-debated decision to sack seven players mid-series during the Tour of England, it seems to have rattled the top players

Meow Flying: Philippine Airlines Lets Cats in the Cabin on Domestic Flights

Sep 17, 2026

Meow Flying: Philippine Airlines Lets Cats in the Cabin on Domestic Flights

The update extends a programme built for small dogs to include cats, with carriers stowed under the seat throughout the flight The post Meow Flying: Philippine Airlines Lets Cats in the Cabin on Domestic Flights appeared first on Business Traveller.

2-Hour Training Trips, Food Crisis: Indian Contingent Faces Major Setback

Sep 17, 2026

2-Hour Training Trips, Food Crisis: Indian Contingent Faces Major Setback

The Indian contingent is facing severe logistical difficulties in Japan, with only a few days remaining before the start of the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, according to sources.

IND vs WI: From Hardik Pandya to Rishabh Pant, 6 players who will miss either part or all of limited-overs series

Sep 17, 2026

IND vs WI: From Hardik Pandya to Rishabh Pant, 6 players who will miss either part or all of limited-overs series

Multiple prominent India players will miss the upcoming limited-overs series against West Indies, with some unavailable due to the Asian Games and others set for different assignments.

China's Asian Games Cricket Campaign Ends Without A Ball Bowled. Here's Why

Sep 17, 2026

China's Asian Games Cricket Campaign Ends Without A Ball Bowled. Here's Why

The T20 match was called off without even the toss taking place at the Karogi Sports Park in Aichi prefecture's Nisshin city.

When Toastmasters turned laughter into leadership

Sep 17, 2026

When Toastmasters turned laughter into leadership

What happens when an organisation known for prepared speeches, and structured evaluations decides to put the serious stuff aside and go with a laughter performance breaking the reg...

Who Is Leanna Lenee? All About Travis Hunter's Wife And Their Son

Sep 17, 2026

Who Is Leanna Lenee? All About Travis Hunter's Wife And Their Son

Travis Hunter and Leanna Lenee have shared many special moments as their relationship grew, from their early days together to building a life as a married couple.

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