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Madison Keys downs Coco Gauff to set up Daria Kasatkina final at 2023 Eastbourne International

Madison Keys defeated Coco Gauff in straight sets in their Eastbourne International semi-final to set up a final against Daria Kasatkina.The 19-year-old is on the south coast as she regains familiarity on grass ahead of Wimbledon, which starts next week.With the Grand Slam at SW19 imminent, players across Europe are competing on grass, and Gauff faced Keys at Eastbourne having had a successful tournament so far.WimbledonSwiatek faces Lin in Wimbledon first round, Sabalenka meets Udvardy,… Read the full article here

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Harry Markowitz, economist, 1927-2023

Receive free Harry Markowitz updatesWe’ll send you a myFT Daily Digest email rounding up the latest Harry Markowitz news every morning. The study of finance can easily be split into two eras: before and after Harry Markowitz. The economist, who died on June 22, was one of the first academics to introduce abstract mathematical concepts — and rigour — to investment decision-making. In doing so, he sparked a revolution in the way financial markets are understood.“Everyone knew… Read the full article here

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Will BlackRock’s ETF slingshot Bitcoin’s price skyward?

Traditional financial firms finally believe that digital assets are here to stay. Or so one might conclude from the slew of announcements last week from some of the world’s premiere financial players.Among them is BlackRock — the world’s largest asset manager with $9 trillion in assets under management (AUM) — filed for permission to build a “spot market” Bitcoin-based exchange-traded fund (ETF) — something the United States Securities and Exchange Commission has resolutely… Read the full article here

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10 of the Best Maxi Dresses on Sale at Nordstrom

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Mad for maxis! Maxi dresses and skirts are at the top of every fashionista’s shopping list this summer, and we’re going to help you crush the trend (for less). Whether you need something casual, beachy or formal, Nordstrom has plenty of options for you! Below, you can shop 10 maxi dresses on sale at Nordstrom right now. Prices start at just $35, but these deals… Read the full article here

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Study identifies 7 risk factors for younger men

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer worldwide but it is largely preventable, and rates are decreasing in older people.However, colorectal cancer cases in younger people are increasing.A new study has identified seven risk factors that increase the risk of colorectal cancer in younger men.The authors recommend colorectal cancer screening for men under age 45 who are at higher risk.After breast and lung cancer, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer worldwide. And only… Read the full article here

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Police confirm officers deliberately ran vehicle over handcuffed man

The police have confirmed that seven of their officers deliberately ran their patrol vehicle over a handcuffed man in Edo State, South-south Nigeria. “A police team ran a vehicle over a citizen on Thursday June 29, 2023 at Ekpoma, Edo State,” Force spokesperson Olumuyiwa Adejobi said in a statement on Friday evening where he quoted the acting Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun,as condemning the officers’ action. The police chief, Mr Egbetokun, said the incident… Read the full article here

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Enugu gov’t sets up taskforce on erosion challenges, as NiMet warns of flooding

The Enugu State Government has commenced the reinforcement of different means to address the imminent erosion and environmental challenges the state is predicted to face within the next couple of months. This is as the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) and the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NHSA) warned that parts of the state would be affected by flooding ranging from low to moderate-risk flooding. This development was disclosed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG),… Read the full article here

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Yoruba vs Igbo: Sanwo-Olu, Gov Uzodinma, others meet over Alaba market demolition

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State and his counterpart from Imo State, Hope Uzodinma, have met over the demolition of the Alaba International market. The meeting which also had the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu in attendance, was held in Lagos yesterday. Speaking after the meeting, Sanwo-Olu said the meeting was a successful one, adding that issues of common interest were discussed. The Lagos governor said, “The meeting had gone on very… Read the full article here

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BBNaija Reunion: Sheggz lied, I never confessed love to him – Beauty Tukura

Former Big Brother Naija Season 7 housemate, Beauty Tukura has recounted how she confronted her colleague, Sheggz, for lying that she proposed love to him. She said Sheggz told some of the housemates that she told him she liked him which was false. Beauty insisted she never had such a conversation with Sheggz. She stated this during the ‘Level Up’ reunion show episode 9, aired on Friday night. She, however, said Sheggz later apologised after he was confronted at the end of the reality… Read the full article here

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Transfer: Incoming PSG boss Enrique makes difficult demand from Real Madrid over Mbappe

Incoming Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique wants 22-year-old Real Madrid star Rodrygo as part of a deal to let Kylian Mbappe go the other way. The Spanish manager is set to become the next manager at Parc des Princes. According to Francisco Buyo of El Chiringuito, the former Barcelona coach Rodrygo is part of a deal that will see Mbappe join Real Madrid this summer. Buyo said the Spanish manager holds the Brazilian in high regard but noted that a deal could be difficult. The reporter… Read the full article here

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