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No Matter How You Slice It, a Stealthy Backhand Still Works

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Cancel culture Twitter mob goes after businesses allegedly supporting Trump

Cancel culture Twitter mob goes after businesses allegedly supporting Trump There’s nothing they won't do to cancel you! via TECH BUDDY https://ift.tt/2LqT0tY

Look Closely for Coco Gauff’s Homage to New York Tennis

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Taskin Ahmed recalled in Bangladesh squad for lone Afghanistan Test

Pacer Taskin Ahmed, who made his last appearance for the national side in the longest format of the game, have been recalled in the 15-member Bangladesh squad for the one-off Test match against Afghanistan next month. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/taskin-ahmed-recalled-in-bangladesh-squad-for-lone-afghanistan-test-2231194.html

Olympic gold medallist Nadia Comaneci, first gymnast to score perfect 10, reacts to Indian kids performing gymnastic in viral video

A video of two Indian school children performing gymnastic on a street has caught the attention of many on social media, including retired world-class Romanian gymnast Nadia Comaneci.  source https://zeenews.india.com/other-sports/olympic-gold-medallist-nadia-comaneci-first-gymnast-to-score-perfect-10-reacts-to-indian-kids-performing-gymnastic-in-viral-video-2231171.html

First Gymnast to score perfect 10 reacts to Indian kids performing gymnastic in viral video

A video of two Indian school children performing gymnastic on a street has caught the attention of many on social media, including retired world-class Romanian gymnast Nadia Comaneci.  source https://zeenews.india.com/other-sports/first-gymnast-to-score-perfect-10-reacts-to-indian-kids-performing-gymnastic-in-viral-video-2231171.html

A Tennis Pro’s Parents Ask, ‘Are You Done Yet?’

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Two Homers by Todd Frazier Lead the Mets Past the Phillies

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Yankees Lose Series Opener to the A’s

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Roger Federer Heats Up on Court and Off

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Amazon's Ring gave police statistics about users who refused law enforcement requests

Amazon's Ring gave police statistics about users who refused law enforcement requests Ring, the home security company owned by Amazon, tracked how users responded to law enforcement requests for surveillance footage captured by Ring devices and gave overviews to police departments when requested to do so. via TECH BUDDY https://ift.tt/2ZrY9vj

Australia coach Graham Arnold says his Socceroos will be 'greatest' ever

Arnold named a raw 23-man squad on Friday for next month`s opening World Cup qualifier against Kuwait, featuring 12 players with 10 or fewer caps and a slew of big names omitted due to form or fitness concerns. source https://zeenews.india.com/football/australia-coach-graham-arnold-says-his-socceroos-will-be-greatest-ever-2230961.html

Oliver Kahn appointed to Bayern Munich board, to take over as CEO in 2022

On the day current Bayern president Uli Hoeness announces his retirement from his decades-long involvement with the club, the German champions appointed another successful former Bayern player to succeed current CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge. source https://zeenews.india.com/football/oliver-kahn-appointed-to-bayern-munich-board-to-take-over-as-ceo-in-2022-2230960.html

There will be more like me, says naturalised China striker Elkeson

The Guangzhou Evergrande forward broke new ground for Chinese football earlier this month when he became the first player without Chinese heritage to be included in the country`s national squad when he was selected for September`s World Cup qualifiers. source https://zeenews.india.com/football/there-will-be-more-like-me-says-naturalised-china-striker-elkeson-2230955.html

Coco Gauff Has Won Over the Crowd. Now She Needs to Beat Naomi Osaka.

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Is a Clemson-Alabama Title Game Inevitable? Yeah, Probably.

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The Evolution of Tennis in Four Grips

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Giants Name Daniel Jones as Backup; Jets Kicker Misses 3 Attempts

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Jin Young Ko Beats Tiger Woods’s Bogey-Free Streak. And Then Some.

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Taylor Townsend, With Thrilling Charges, Ousts Simona Halep From the U.S. Open

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Serena Williams survives scare to reach US Open third round

World number eight Williams, who captured the first of her six US Open titles two years before her 17-year-old opponent was born, spent the first half of the match trying to find her rhythm but when she did she was off to the races. source https://zeenews.india.com/tennis/serena-williams-survives-scare-to-reach-us-open-third-round-2230741.html

Novak Djokovic survives injury scare to advance at the US Open

Djokovic struggled with both his serve and backhand during a 6-4 7-6(3) 6-1 win over Argentine Juan Ignacio Londero and later said his left shoulder had been bothering him for weeks with the pain getting worse during the match. source https://zeenews.india.com/tennis/novak-djokovic-survives-injury-scare-to-advance-at-the-us-open-2230738.html

Roger Federer wants better prize money distribution

Speaking after a 3-6 6-2 6-3 6-4 win over Bosnian Damir Dzumhur, Federer said the prize money for players at the top of the sport had improved significantly since he began playing but that was not the case at the other end of the spectrum. source https://zeenews.india.com/tennis/roger-federer-wants-better-prize-money-distribution-2230733.html

Bundesliga: Robert Lewandowski goals a precious commodity for Bayern Munich

The Bavarians have sprung to action in recent weeks on the transfer market, signing Croatian World Cup finalist Ivan Perisic, Brazil playmaker Philippe Coutinho and France youth international Mickael Cuisance. source https://zeenews.india.com/football/bundesliga-robert-lewandowski-goals-a-precious-commodity-for-bayern-munich-2230731.html

Maurizio Sarri hoping to make Juventus debut after pneumonia

According to photographs published by Italian media on Wednesday, the 60-year-old is both back on the training ground and, possibly, smoking cigarettes again as he recovers from the illness which sidelined him earlier this month. source https://zeenews.india.com/football/maurizio-sarri-hoping-to-make-juventus-debut-after-pneumonia-2230727.html

Point. Smile. Click. Repeat.

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Steve Cucchiaro Explains the Math of Sailing

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To Race Faster, Sailors Get Fitter

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Sailors Looking to Lend a Hand

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A Twist for the SEC as College Football Begins: No New Head Coaches

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Serena Williams, Pushed by a Teenager, Keeps on Rolling

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Serena Williams, Pushed by a Teenager, Keeps on Rolling

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With 4 Homers, Yankees Finish a Sweep of the Mariners

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Doorbell-cam company Ring partners with 405 police agencies across US to share footage, fight crime

Doorbell-cam company Ring partners with 405 police agencies across US to share footage, fight crime Amazon's doorbell-camera company Ring has partnered with more than 400 law enforcement agencies across the country to give them potential access to video footage from outside homes, a new initiative that's triggered red flags from privacy advocates. via TECH BUDDY https://ift.tt/2MIsLSE

Nick Kyrgios: On a Path to Glory, Suspension or Both?

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When Children Use Technology, Let Common Sense Prevail

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Sachin Tendulkar fans slam ICC for calling Ben Stokes 'greatest of all time'

ICC`s official Twitter handle had posted a picture of Stokes with Tendulkar and captioned it, "The greatest cricketer of all time -- and Sachin Tendulkar" after the Durham cricketer starred for the hosts with an unbeaten 84 in the World Cup final in July as England lifted their maiden crown. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/sachin-tendulkar-fans-slam-icc-for-calling-ben-stokes-greatest-of-all-time-2230501.html

Facebook Tightens Rules on Verifying Political Advertisers

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Facebook Tightens Rules on Verifying Political Advertisers

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Facebook Tightens Rules on Verifying Political Advertisers

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The Joys of Being a Late Tech Adopter

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The Joys of Being a Late Tech Adopter

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The Joys of Being a Late Tech Adopter

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Jeremy Lin, Out of N.B.A. Options, Is Headed to China

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In a Culling of Men’s Hopefuls, Four Top-Ten Seeds Lose

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Pete Alonso Is the Mets’ Single-Season Home Run King

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Coco Gauff Delivers Again, in an Electric U.S. Open Win

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With Their Dominance Fleeting, the Cubs Search for Answers

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PM Narendra Modi meets 'India's pride' PV Sindhu after historic BWF World Championships gold

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met Rio Olympic silver-medalist PV Sindhu and described her "India's pride" after she became the first shuttler from the country to bag a BWF World Championships gold in Basel, Switzerland.  source https://zeenews.india.com/badminton/pm-narendra-modi-meets-indias-pride-pv-sindhu-after-historic-bwf-world-championships-gold-2230244.html

Defending champion Novak Djokovic eases into US Open second round

World number one Novak Djokovic began his title defence at the US Open on a winning note as he eased past Roberto Carballes Baena of Spain in straight sets in the opening round of the tournament at Flushing Meadows on Tuesday.  source https://zeenews.india.com/tennis/defending-champion-novak-djokovic-eases-into-us-open-second-round-2230215.html

Playful or Disruptive, Nick Kyrgios Will Be on Display at the U.S. Open

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Coco Gauff’s Tennis Haven Happens to Be Her Hometown

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In Zachary Svajda, U.S. Men See a Glimmer of Hope (Even in Defeat)

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Serena Williams Crushes Maria Sharapova at the U.S. Open

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Beware Medicare scammers, warns FCC chief

Beware Medicare scammers, warns FCC chief The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is out with a new warning for the elderly. FCC Chairman Ajit Pai in an interview with Fox News on Monday says scammers are finding new and sophisticated ways to collect Medicare information. via TECH BUDDY https://ift.tt/327YIr0

U.S. Open 2019: Matches to Watch on Monday

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Guns, bombs, fireworks have no place on drones, FAA warns

Guns, bombs, fireworks have no place on drones, FAA warns The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is warning drone users not to equip their devices with dangerous weapons — for the safety of the public. via TECH BUDDY https://ift.tt/2Hr6ZP8

FAA: Sorry, it's illegal to weaponize a drone

FAA: Sorry, it's illegal to weaponize a drone If you're thinking about adding a flamethrower or gun to your drone for an epic end-of-summer blowout party, think again. via TECH BUDDY https://ift.tt/2KWCsLl

Althea Gibson, Tennis Star Ahead of Her Time, Finally Gets Her Due

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At the U.S. Open, Naomi Osaka Has a Different Coach and Mentality

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For Federer and His Fans, a Chance to Leave Wimbledon Behind

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Jasprit Bumrah, Ajinkya Rahane help India defeat West Indies by 318 runs in first Test

Chasing a tough target of 419 runs, the hosts failed to tackle Bumrah and other Indian bowlers and were ultimately bowled out for 100 runs in 26.5 overs in the final session of the fourth day. source https://zeenews.india.com/cricket/jasprit-bumrah-ajinkya-rahane-help-india-defeat-west-indies-by-318-runs-in-first-test-2229930.html

Rory McIlroy Caps Season With a Win at the Tour Championship

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Men’s Tennis Waits (and Waits) for New Blood

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Abuela, Chef, Boss: Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s Grandmother Feeds the Majors

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