In a thrilling ODI match, Pakistan achieved their highest successful chase ever, securing a six-wicket win over South Africa. With stellar centuries from Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Agha, they posted 355/4 in 49 overs, eclipsing South Africa's 353/9. This victory now positions Pakistan in the series final against New Zealand.
Super Bowl LIX is set to make history with Americans expected to legally bet a staggering $1.39 billion. This surge reflects the growing sports betting market across 38 states and D.C. High-stake bets favor the Eagles, despite the Chiefs' slight favorite status. The AGA highlights the legal market's consumer protection and tax revenue advantages, contrasting with recent NFL betting losses in Nevada.
In a thrilling Premier League Cup clash, Sunderland's under-21 squad bested Wolves 2-0, thanks to goals from Marshall Burke and Abdoulah Ba. Wolves' offensive efforts fell short as Sunderland capitalized on crucial moments, amplified by Trey Ogunsuyi's late red card. The match underscored defensive grit and tactical adeptness, propelling Sunderland to second in Group D.
In The Recruit's gripping Season 2, the fate of CIA asset Max Meladze is confirmed as deceased, following a dramatic climax where her daughter, Nichka, pulls the trigger. The series explores the aftermath of this event as Owen Hendricks tackles new menaces, with Nichka emerging as a pivotal antagonist leveraging international intelligence agencies for her schemes. The narrative intricately follows Owen’s efforts to protect the CIA from threats while realigning personal alliances.
David Coote, former Premier League referee, opens up about his struggles with sexuality and its influence on his career decisions, revealing a pattern of poor choices. After viral footage of misconduct led to his dismissal, Coote speaks of the abuse faced, especially concerning his hidden sexuality. His story highlights the toll relentless criticism can take on referees' mental health.
Millwall asserted their dominance with a commanding 3-0 win against Dagenham & Redbridge in the FA Cup, paving the path for a promising clash against Leeds United in the fourth round. The match highlighted the striking debut of Ra'ess Bangura-Williams, a rising young talent who scored just 10 minutes into his professional appearance. Early goals by Mihailo Ivanović and Casper De Norre secured their place in the next round while ending Dagenham & Redbridge's campaign.
The Central Bank of Kenya has issued newly designed currency notes to modernize the nation's currency system. These notes feature the latest security measures, including color-changing effects and the addition of the National Treasury's Principal Secretary's signature. The Sh1,000 note was introduced first, with other denominations to follow and the older notes to remain in circulation until they gradually fade away.
As New Year's Eve 2024 approaches on Tuesday, December 31, you'll need to plan your day around altered business hours. Many retailers and eateries will operate on varied schedules, while financial institutions and government offices will largely remain closed. This comprehensive guide provides the necessary details about what's open and closed for your convenience.
Hugging Face has developed a revolutionary approach where small language models outperform larger ones using test-time compute scaling. By allocating computational resources dynamically during inference, smaller models achieve remarkable success in complex tasks. This strategy heralds a shift in AI development—a focus on efficient computations during inference rather than on extensive pretraining.
In a significant step towards enhancing power grid reliability during extreme weather, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) has adopted new standards. Approved on December 10, 2024, these include TPL-008-1 for planning amidst temperature extremes, and BAL-007-1 for energy reliability assessments. Further modifications bolster system security and risk identification, with filings pending FERC approval.
India has officially stepped back from the de-dollarization agenda after threats from President-elect Donald Trump to impose 100% tariffs on BRICS nations attempting to undermine the U.S. dollar. The Reserve Bank of India Governor stated that de-dollarization is not a current goal. Discussions on a BRICS currency continue without formal decisions, as tensions mount over economic policies impacting global financial stability.
In Netflix's gripping series 'Black Doves', Keira Knightley stars as Helen, a spy grappling with the chaos following her lover and a foreign dignitary's murder. The narrative unravels themes of identity and the intricate personas people adopt. Knightley's portrayal is lauded for capturing the nuanced turmoil of a woman balancing the roles of mother, wife, and spy with remarkable depth and emotion.