Switzerland’s Roger Federer celebrates defeating Spain’s Rafael Nadal during a men’s singles semifinal match on day eleven of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Friday, July 12, 2019. (AP Photo/Ben Curtis) WIMBLEDON, England — After waiting 11 years to get another shot against Rafael Nadal at Wimbledon, Roger Federer was so, so close to the finish line. One … [Read more...] about 11 years after epic, Roger Federer tops Rafael Nadal in Wimbledon semis
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Bebe Vio, wheelchair fencer and beauty’s latest ‘It girl’
The epitome of resilience and determination, Italian wheelchair fencer Bebe Vio has been named international spokesperson for the L'Oreal Paris brand, joining a host of prominent and socially engaged women such as Eva Longoria, Jane Fonda, Helen Mirren and Viola Davis. From coming to terms with her disability at the age of 11 to her new status as a global ambassador, let's … [Read more...] about Bebe Vio, wheelchair fencer and beauty’s latest ‘It girl’
Female Korean found dead in Makati condo
Authorities on Saturday discovered the decomposing body of a female Korean national, who was believed to have committed suicide a few days ago in Makati City. Case investigator Police Officer 3 Dominador Robles of the Makati Police, said the body of victim Won Young was discovered hanging with a white cloth tied around her neck to a door’s post inside her unit at Prince Plaza … [Read more...] about Female Korean found dead in Makati condo
U.S. stocks fall with Fed chair’s testimony in focus
NEW YORK, June 22 (Xinhua) -- U.S. stocks fell on Wednesday after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell underscored the central bank's commitment to curb inflation and acknowledged the risk of a recession. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 47.12 points, or 0.15 percent, to 30,483.13. The S&P 500 fell 4.90 points, or 0.13 percent, to 3,759.89. The Nasdaq Composite Index … [Read more...] about U.S. stocks fall with Fed chair’s testimony in focus
Cradle Fund murder trial: AGC files appeal over verdict
KUALA LUMPUR: The Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) has filed a notice of appeal to reverse the High Court's decision to acquit Samirah Muzaffar and two teenagers from the charge of murdering Cradle Fund chief executive officer Nazrin Hassan. Attorney General Tan Sri Idrus Harun confirmed the matter when contacted. ALSO READ: Cradle Fund murder trial: Mum, teens freed … [Read more...] about Cradle Fund murder trial: AGC files appeal over verdict