Bangladesh’s renowned all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has been suspended by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for illegal bowling action. Shakib’s bowling action was found to be suspect during a match for Surrey in September. An independent test revealed more than 15 degrees of elbow extension in his bowling action. If Shakib wants, he can have his action re-examined and have the suspension lifted.
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
Pakistan cricket team’s fast bowler Mohammad Amir has also announced his retirement from international cricket. He said that this decision was not easy, but he felt that now new players should come forward to take Pakistan cricket to new heights. Aamir entered the world of cricket in 2009 and represented Pakistan in 36 Tests, 61 ODIs and 62 T20Is. He was also the winner of 2009 T20 World Cup and 2017 Champions Trophy.
Pakistan won the toss and opted to bat first against South Africa in the second T20I. Pakistan set a challenging target of 207 runs, primarily due to Saim Ayub’s remarkable 98 runs off 57 balls. However, despite a strong start, Pakistan’s total couldn’t hold against the explosive batting of South Africa’s Reeza Hendricks and Rassie van der Dussen, who guided their team to victory, chasing down the target with ease.
Han Duck-Soo, the Prime Minister of South Korea, has assumed the role of acting president after the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol. This came after Yoon’s attempt to impose martial law led to his suspension. Han, a highly experienced technocrat, is tasked with navigating South Korea through its deepest political crisis in decades. His background in diplomacy, economics, and leadership positions equips him to manage this challenging role, with further legal investigations into his involvement in the martial law decision pending.
On December 14, 2024, South Korea’s parliament voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol following his attempt to impose martial law, which was rejected by the legislature. The impeachment motion was supported by 204 lawmakers, while 85 opposed it. As a result, Prime Minister Han Duck-so has become the acting president, and the Constitutional Court will decide within six months whether Yoon will be permanently removed from office. This impeachment follows widespread protests against Yoon’s martial law decree.
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is facing the most challenging period of his presidency following a controversial attempt to impose martial law. This came after political strife within his own party and increasing pressure from the opposition. Yoon’s presidency, which began with a narrow victory in 2022, has been marred by personal scandals, clashes with opposition parties, and rifts within his own government. Yoon’s attempt to impose martial law was met with significant backlash, and while an impeachment motion was defeated, his political survival is increasingly uncertain. His administration has been overshadowed by a scandal involving his wife, which…
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is facing a second impeachment vote after declaring martial law, which he said was necessary to maintain constitutional order and protect the state from perceived threats. This decision sparked a major political crisis, with opposition parties rapidly denouncing the move. The martial law was rescinded shortly after South Korea’s Parliament overruled it, but the political fallout continued, leading to a push for impeachment. The opposition argues that such a measure violated democratic principles, while Yoon expressed regret for causing public anxiety and promised not to repeat such a decision. His political party, despite some…
Donald Trump has called for the abolition of Daylight Saving Time (DST), stating that the time change causes various issues, including disruption to sleep patterns and an increase in accidents. He emphasized that the economic costs outweigh any potential benefits. Trump argued that the practice is detrimental to both public well-being and business activities, suggesting that it is time to end DST for good. He added that the negative effects far outweigh any positive impacts from the time shift.
A devastating fire broke out in a neonatal unit of a hospital in Delhi, India, resulting in the tragic death of six newborn babies. In addition, thirty people, mostly infants, were injured during the blaze. The incident occurred in a well-known hospital, where attempts were made to rescue the babies. However, despite efforts, the newborns succumbed to the fire. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire, and action is being taken against the staff responsible for the care of the children at the time of the incident
President Emmanuel Macron of France has appointed his longtime ally, François Bayrou, as the new Prime Minister. Bayrou, a veteran centrist politician, leads the MoDem party, a crucial ally of Macron in parliament. This move comes after a political crisis in France that led to the downfall of the previous Prime Minister, Michel Barnier, due to a loss of support in parliament. The appointment of Bayrou aims to stabilize the government amidst the ongoing political turmoil. Bayrou has been a supporter of electoral reforms and his leadership is expected to play a significant role in France’s future political landscape.
