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NEW YORK — Two years ago, Naomi Osaka sat in the stands at Arthur Ashe Stadium and watched Coco Gauff advance to the US Open final with a win over Karolina Muchova.For Osaka, it was a stark reminder of where she had been — and where she was in the moment.She was three years removed from her last title at the tournament, and just two months from giving birth to her daughter, Shai. Being a spectator reminded her of what it was like to play in front of 24,000 people when the lights were brightest. She couldn’t wait to get…

‘Put them up anywhere’ – Cooper backs flying of England flagsIn an interview with Times Radio this morning Yvette Cooper, the home secretary, said that she was in favour of flags going up “everywhere”.Under the label Operation Raise the Colours, people have been putting up England flags all over the country this summer. While some of those involved are probably just motivated by benign patriotism, others seem to be influenced by far-right hostility to asylum seekers, as John Harris explained in a recent column.If any Labour ministers are inclined to agree with John’s column (headlined “Flags as symbols of prejudice,…

Welcome to Literary Quotable Quotes, a quiz that challenges you to match a book’s memorable passages with its title. This week’s installment highlights the first lines from best-selling novels published in the middle years of the 20th century; epigraphs, prefaces and other introductory matter are not included. In the five multiple-choice questions below, tap or click on the answer you think is correct. After the last question, you’ll find links to the books themselves if you want to get a copy and see that quotation in context.

Mississippi has been named the most dangerous state for drivers, topping a new nationwide study of fatal crashes conducted by the Law Offices of James A. Welcome. Between 2019 and 2023, the Magnolia State recorded an average of 32.39 drivers involved in fatal crashes per 100,000 residents annually — more than four times higher than the safest state in the country. The analysis provides a detailed look at fatal crash trends across the U.S., revealing stark regional divides and identifying the driving behaviors most often linked to deadly outcomes. Mississippi’s Sobering Statistics The study found that Mississippi recorded 4,761 drivers…

Key eventsShow key events onlyPlease turn on JavaScript to use this featureFifty for Jamie Smith17th over: England 101-3 ( Smith 54, Buttler 10) Smith cuts Maharaj through extra cover for four to reach fifty, but a diving Tony de Zorzi has hurt himself trying to stop the boundary. Ouch, he’s in trouble here, and hobbles back to the dressing room as a substitute fielder trots on.Share16th over: England 92-3 ( Smith 49, Buttler 7) Buttler advances on a bouncer from Mulder, but ducks his head and holds back from flaying it horizontally. But, from the last ball, comes exactly what…

If much of that description sounds familiar to modern politics and culture, Matsuno would agree. The conclusion of his post reads: “Now in 2025—a time when inequality and division are still deeply rooted in our society—I offer this story once again.”We Can Rebuild ItThe Ivalice Chronicles may maintain the look of the original game, but it’s a re-creation developers had to complete from the ground up. The master data files and the source code don’t exist anymore; it didn’t become common practice in game development to hold on to those resources until later, meaning its team had to rebuild those…

Chloe Malle will become the top editor at American Vogue after Dame Anna Wintour stepped aside as editor-in-chief, the publication has announced.The 39-year-old worked her way up the fashion magazine ranks over the past 14 years to become editor of Vogue.com and host the magazine’s podcast The Run Through.Malle’s appointment marks a new era for the magazine, considered one of the most influential and glamorous fashion publications.Wintour, the British-born fashion magnate, announced she was leaving the role in June after holding the position for 37 years. The magazine said she would retain senior positions at its publisher.In a statement announcing…

Anna Wintour has found her new U.S. editorial director for Vogue. Wintour has tapped protege and Vogue digital editor Chloe Malle as head of editorial content for the American edition of Vogue, taking the reins from Wintour, who ceded her role leading the publication in June. Malle reports to Wintour, and starts in the new role immediately. Wintour, who has led Vogue since 1988, remains global editorial director for Vogue, overseeing all of the publication’s global editions (including the U.S. version), and also continues to work as chief content officer for Condé Nast. Malle, the daughter of Murphy Brown actress…

40 Global wealth is shifting as more high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) relocate from their traditional bases to other locations that promise better living conditions, lifestyle, and long-term security. This trend is also very clear in South Africa, where the Africa Wealth Report 2025 shows that the number of millionaires in the country has dropped year-on-year to 41,100 in dollar terms. The same report confirms that South Africa now has only eight billionaires. Berry Everitt, the Chief Executive Officer of Chas Everitt International property group and a director on the LeadingRE Global Advisory Board, explained that there are three main reasons behind…

Raban Gitangaza, a 23-year-old student from G.S. Gahini in Kayonza District, has emerged as the top performer in the Associate Nursing Program under the Professional Education category. He scored 94.13% in the 2024/25 Advanced Level National Examinations, whose results were released on September 1. Gitangaza was at home in Bugesera District when the Ministry of Education called to deliver the news. His school had been contacted to provide his phone number. ALSO READ: Here are top performers in A-Level national exams Follow us on WhatsApp | LinkedIn for the latest headlines “I knew I would perform well, but I didn’t…