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Sofia News Agency 

Bulgaria's Parliament Still Without a Speaker After Eighth Voting Attempt

The eighth attempt to elect a Speaker of the 51st National Assembly has once again failed, with neither candidate securing the necessary votes. In the latest session, Natalia Kiselova, nominated by "BSP - United Left", received 87 votes in favor, 60 against, and 90 abstentions. She was primarily supported by the GERB party and the left-wing factions....

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Flipkart sets sight on quick commerce ops expansion

Flipkart is expanding its quick commerce operations under the brand 'Minutes,' piloting in Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi NCR to meet rising demand for faster deliveries. Competing with platforms like Blinkit and Swiggy Instamart, Flipkart aims to tap into a market projected to grow from $6.1 billion in 2024 to $40 billion by 2030.

AllAfrica.com (sport) 

Zimbabwe: Machope Grateful to Simba Bhora Family

[The Herald] Things are moving a bit too fast for Simba Bhora forward Tymon Machope who yesterday expressed disbelief after he was voted for the first time among the 11 finalists for the prestigious Soccer Star of the Year award.

AllAfrica.com (sport) 

Zimbabwe: Simba Bhora Dominate Selection

[The Herald] Champions Simba Bhora have become the first team to have five Castle Lager Soccer Star of the Year finalists in the history of the gong.

AllAfrica.com (sport) 

Zimbabwe: Coventry in IOC Draw Lots

[The Herald] The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Ethics Commission arranged a drawing of lots to determine the order in which the seven candidates, who include Zimbabwe's Minister of Sport Kirsty Coventry, vying for the IOC presidency will present their programmes to the IOC members.

AllAfrica.com (sport) 

Zimbabwe: Williams Reprimanded

[The Herald] Zimbabwe senior men cricket player, Sean Williams, has been handed an official reprimand for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the second one day international against Pakistan at the Queen's Sports Club in Bulawayo on Tuesday. Williams was found to have breached Article 2.8 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to "showing dissent at an Umpire's decision during an International Match."

Variety 

Timothée Chalamet Says He Lost Out on Roles in ‘Maze Runner’ and ‘Divergent’ After Being Told ‘You Don’t Have the Right Body’ For Action Films

Timothée Chalamet has revealed he lost out on roles in action franchises like “Maze Runner” and “Divergent” after being told “You don’t have the right body.” The film star, who now plays the lead role in blockbuster sci-fi series “Dune,” said he even tried to put on weight in order to change his physical appearance […]

Atlas F1 Bulletin Board 

Sainz set for earlier than expected Williams F1 debut

Carlos Sainz is set for an earlier than expected debut run for Williams, Autosport has learned.The Spaniard had been anticipated to get his first taste of the Williams car during Formula 1's post-season Abu Dhabi test that takes place on the Tuesday after the 2024 season finale.However, it has emerged that Williams has elected to book the Yas Marina track for the day after the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix ...Keep reading

France24.com (en) 

Attack-minded Spurs boss Postecoglou says: 'You'll miss me when I'm gone'

Spurs were 2-1 up heading into added time at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium but veteran defender Mats Hummels snatched a late equaliser for Claudio Ranieri's team. It came just days after Spurs hammered Premier League champions Manchester City 4-0 at the Etihad. Spurs are sixth in the English top flight ahead of Sunday's match against mid-table Fulham, with six wins and five defeats so far this season. Australian coach Postecoglou said he would stick to his attacking principles despite his team's slip-ups. Читать дальше...

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Donald Trump's tariffs could cost carmakers up to 17% of combined core profits: S&P

European and American carmakers could lose up to 17% of their annual core profits if the U.S. imposes import tariffs on Europe, Mexico, and Canada. Premium automakers Volvo and Jaguar Land Rover, and groups General Motors and Stellantis, are most vulnerable. Increased tariffs, tighter CO2 regulations, and stronger competition might lead to credit downgrades for these companies.

«La Crosse Tribune» (lacrossetribune.com) 

La Crescent's Stoney Point forest restoration project begins

The City of La Crescent has begun mowing the overgrown trails and invasive species in the lower Stoney Point bluff to restore the natural hardwood forest that once thrived there. The project will continue into the Spring and Fall of…