The 25-year-old Jun Hao fell in the first game, but his mindset switched in the second game where he launched his comeback attack. “In the second game, I just didn’t think about anything. Jun Hao had already taken down higher-ranked players on his way to the final, beating second seed Japanese shuttler Kodai Naraoka in the quarter-finals, Koki Watanabe in the second round, and India’s Lakshya Sen in the first round. Jun Hao is the first men’s singles player from the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) to enter a World Tour final this year. Meanwhile, the fairytale run of men’s doubles pair Tan Wee Kiong-Noor Mohd Azriyn Ayub ended in the semi-finals after Japan’s Takuro Hoki-Yugo Kobayashi beat them 21-12, 21-15.

Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye addresses his first press conference after being declared winner of Senegal's presidential election, in Dakar, on March 25, 2024. (Photo: JOHN WESSELS/AFP)By Reuters | Sunday, November 17, 2024More than 7 million registered voters will have the chance to vote for candidates for the 165-seat assembly, choosing between 41 registered parties or other entities. Senegal headed to the polls on Sunday to vote in legislative elections that the president hopes will give his party a clear majority and the means to implement an ambitious agenda for reforms. The new president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has promised to help, but his government is grappling with slower-than-projected growth and a worsening budget deficit. The main threat to his party Pastef's ambitions is the unexpected alliance of two opposition parties, including the Republic party (APR) headed by former Prime Minister Macky Sall.

PETALING JAYA: Exciting competitions are set to take place in the World Chinese Masters Lightning Cup from Dec 12-15 at the Sports Arena Sentosa in Kuala Lumpur. Players ranked top 100 in the Badminton World Federation ranking are not eligible to participate. "The tournament is named the “World Chinese Masters Lightning Cup” in honor of our Looi Suk (lightning). Official Wechat - Chinese: http://sports.ymq.me/mobile/race/36107 and Google Form - English: https://docs.google.com/forms/d e/1FAIpQLSdXuVMaticzcE99qobXvi5PoRd0zxlr4KhaL1ruAKf7UzDYBQ/viewform?usp=sharingTHE EVENTSOpen Group: Men and women's singles; men and women doubles, mixed doubles. Amateur Group: Men and women's singles; men and women doubles, mixed doubles, couples doubles (based on husband's age), combined age doubles,3P (mixed three-on-three).

Nairobi, Kenya — Thousands gathered on Saturday to bid farewell to Mary Sinaida Akatsa, the founder of the Jerusalem Church of Christ. Source: FacebookAkatsa, fondly known as "Dada Mary" to her devoted followers, was laid to rest on the grounds of her church in Kawangware. Why was Akatsa buried on church land? Reflecting on his relationship with the prophetess, Sifuna shared how her prayers strengthened his political campaigns. Born Mary Sinaida Akatsa in Ebusiralo in Luanda, Vihiga, the preacher earned the alias Dada Mary for her controversial miracles.

Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. Something went wrong, please try again later. Tony Bellew has blasted Jake Paul for sporting "full on punchers gloves" during his win over Mike Tyson. Paul had hinted at aiming for a knockout, but ultimately was only able to clinch a win against Mike Tyson, aged 58. Despite his anger at Paul, Bellew did offer some kudos.

Leaders clash over claims of Speaker Wetang’ula ouster at charged funeralLeaders from Western Kenya on Saturday clashed over a purported plot to remove Moses Wetang’ula from the office of the Speaker of the National Assembly. He asked Mr Wetang’ula not to ignore such rumours “just like Mr Gachagua did”, only to be impeached. He said Mr Wetang’ula will find a home in the larger coalition that brings together the Kikuyus, Kamba, Luhya and many other like-minded communities. Surprisingly, the same Mr Wamalwa had earlier warned Mr Gachagua during a funeral of the former Nacada boss Victor Okioma in Kitale, Trans Nzoia; urging him to be careful. But a confident Mr Gachagua downplayed his warnings, maintaining that “mimi ni chuma ya zamani.

President William Ruto accompanied by Governor Johnson Sakaja and MP Kimani Ichung’wah attend mass at Soweto Catholic Church, Embakasi East, November 17. “I have released Sh1 billion for education in Nairobi with Sh18 million allocated to each Member of Parliament to help build 30 new classrooms across the country,” he said. Ruto made a lighthearted remark about the condition of some of the capital city’s road network, humorously likening them to roads in heaven. Ruto said Nairobi is the face of water in Kenya and emphasised the importance of ensuring that the city’s water systems are functional and sustainable. On his part, Governor Sakaja asked Kenyans to give President Ruto time to implement his pledges.

Something went wrong, please try again later. Commentator Joe Rogan has delivered his scathing two cents on Mike Tyson's points loss to Jake Paul, slamming it in three words. Boxing icon Tyson found himself outclassed by YouTube whizz Jake Paul in a Texas match-up, following an insanely hyped lead-up that streamed globally on Netflix. Before kickoff, he tweeted: "I'm getting ready to watch this Tyson vs Jake Paul fight like I'm watching someone cast a spell that I hope actually works. "I don't think so," he replied when questioned if the Paul fight was his swansong.

Something went wrong, please try again later. Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. Something went wrong, please try again later. Jake Paul has said sorry for failing to deliver a knockout blow against Mike Tyson, following his latest win. "I truly, truly believe in my skills and my ability and my power.

Former DP Rigathi Gachagua addressing a church service in Kajiado on Sunday, November 17, 2024. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has asked government-allied politicians to stop what he termed as arrogance and pride by attacking bishops. "I want to tell you leaders, stop the arrogance. I am happy that our President William Ruto yesterday admitted that the catholic bishops raised issues and they will listen to them,'' Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. When you hear them speak, listen to them,'' Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua said.

A man aged 24 is suspected of having killed the boy in their house on Saturday night before wrapping his body in a blanket and escaping the scene, police said. The mother of the child told police she had arrived home late on Saturday and noticed blood stains in her house. She told police she later realized one of her children was dead and the body was wrapped in a blanket. It was alleged the man assaulted the boy by hitting his face on the floor of the house before he died. He then wrapped the body in the blanket as he locked the other two siblings in a different room.

For Zephaniah, the dance performance is a reminder of the power and healing once sought through traditional medicine. Children colour a painting during the 9th edition of the Kenya International Theatre Festival (KITFest2024) at the Kenya National Theatre (KNT) on November 8, 2024. Waka Waka dance crew from Tanzania performing during the 9th edition of the Kenya International Theatre Festival (KITFest2024) at the Kenya National Theatre (KNT) on November 8, 2024. Cie Kane crew from Switzerland performing during the 9th edition of the Kenya International Theatre Festival (KITFest2024) at the Kenya National Theatre (KNT) on November 8, 2024. The event now collaborates with other international festivals, including the Kampala International Theatre Festival, the Ubumuntu Arts Festival in Rwanda, and festivals in the UK, Cairo, and Tunisia.

Together with neighbouring Turkana in Kenya, and Eastern Equatorial State of South Sudan; they formed a deadly triangle of violent raids. President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda, for example, deployed Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) in 2000, to carry out military-led disarmament exercise. Uganda and South Sudan, it seems, suffered proliferation during the era of war. They were prosecuted and jailed for 20 years each, over possession of illegal firearms and ammunition. "To get rid of illegal firearms in the region, the government of Uganda is implementing a fingerprinting system for both police and civilian- owned firearms," Ms Kadaga said.

The Telangana government had cautioned the organisers of Diljit Dosanjh's concert in Hyderabad that songs that encourage violence, drugs, and alcohol would not be played during the concert. This prompted Diljit to change the lyrics of some of his songs. In a video that is now going viral, Diljit can be heard changing the lyrics from ‘Tenu teri daru ch pasand lemonade’ to ‘Tenu teri coke ch pasand lemonade.’ He went on to change the lyrics ‘5 Taara thekke utthe to ‘5 Taara hotel ch’. Diljit Dosanjh changes lyrics during Hyderabad concert - WatchThe video of him performing while changing lyrics has gone viral and people can’t stop reacting to it. On October 26, Diljit Dosanjh's 11-city Dil-Luminati tour got underway in New Delhi.

Outside the Tocuyito prison in Valencia, one young man, who declined to give his name, said he longed to eat a home-cooked meal with his parents because he often doubted whether the food in prison was safe.