Venezuela twin earthquakes: Death toll rises to 164; over 1000 injured, search for missing continues

Venezuela twin earthquakes: Death toll rises to 164; over 1000 injured, search for missing continues

Authorities shifted rescue personnel from across the country to the hardest-hit regions, particularly La Guaira state on Venezuela’s northern coast, where numerous buildings collapsed. Rescue teams intensified operations across Venezuela on Thursday after two powerful earthquakes struck the country on Wednesday evening, killing at least 164 people, injuring nearly 1,000 and trapping an unknown number…

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Jun 25, 2026, 22:52 IST

Jun 25, 2026, 22:52 IST

FIFA has issued a five-match suspension to Qatar’s Assim Madibo following a dangerous tackle that caused a severe injury to Canada’s Ismael Kone in a World Cup match. (Photo/AP) FIFA has cracked the whip on serious foul play. Qatar midfielder Assim Madibo was handed a heavy five-match suspension on Wednesday by football’s global governing body…

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‘Won’t be right’: Run-scorer should not be dropped just to play Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, says India coach

‘Won’t be right’: Run-scorer should not be dropped just to play Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, says India coach

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Sanju Samson Vaibhav Sooryavanshi may be on the verge of becoming India’s youngest international cricketer, but batting coach Sitanshu Kotak made it clear that the teenager’s opportunity should not come at the cost of a player who is already performing.India begin their two-match T20I series against Ireland on Friday, and if Sooryavanshi is…

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SK Hynix overtakes Samsung: How a 14-year AI chip bet made it South Korea’s most valuable listed company

SK Hynix overtakes Samsung: How a 14-year AI chip bet made it South Korea’s most valuable listed company

Fourteen years after a takeover that critics dismissed as a costly gamble, SK Hynix has emerged as the biggest beneficiary of the artificial intelligence boom, overtaking Samsung Electronics to briefly become South Korea’s most valuable listed company, according to a Reuters report.The turnaround was driven by an early bet on high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips, a…

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Khushbu Sundar’s daughter Avantika ties the knot with Shravan Sreenivasan in Goa; Chiranjeevi, Nagarjuna, Trisha, Anil, Jackie among guests

Khushbu Sundar’s daughter Avantika ties the knot with Shravan Sreenivasan in Goa; Chiranjeevi, Nagarjuna, Trisha, Anil, Jackie among guests

​Khushbu Sundar’s daughter Avantika ties the knot with Shravan Sreenivasan in Goa; Chiranjeevi, Nagarjuna, Trisha, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff among guests (Image credits: Instagram) Actress-politician Khushbu Sundar and filmmaker Sundar C’s elder daughter, Avantika Sundar, married Shravan Sreenivasan in a grand wedding ceremony held at a luxury resort in Goa. The celebrations turned into a…

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‘Told him I didn’t want to marry’: Siya Goyal claims Ketan Agrawal refused to end engagement; fresh twist in Lohagad murder probe | Pune News

‘Told him I didn’t want to marry’: Siya Goyal claims Ketan Agrawal refused to end engagement; fresh twist in Lohagad murder probe | Pune News

Investigations suggest Goyal (R) masterminded the plan, with Chaudhary (L) allegedly assisting in the fatal push, killing Ketan (M) PUNE: During custodial interrogation, Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary blamed each other for masterminding the murder of Ketan Agrawal.According to a Pune Rural police officer, Goyal told investigators that she had informed Agrawal she did not…

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German proverb of the day: ‘The stupidest farmers have the biggest potatoes’ — a witty reminder that success doesn’t always go to the smartest people

German proverb of the day: ‘The stupidest farmers have the biggest potatoes’ — a witty reminder that success doesn’t always go to the smartest people

“The stupidest farmers have the biggest potatoes” There is a bluntness to German folk sayings that feels almost uncomfortable in its honesty. One of the most striking is: “Die dümmsten Bauern haben die größten Kartoffeln.” Literally translated, it reads: “The stupidest farmers have the biggest potatoes.”At first glance, it sounds like an insult wrapped in…

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‘Situation escalated’: Hours after threatening journalists, Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Dina Patil apologises | India News

‘Situation escalated’: Hours after threatening journalists, Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Dina Patil apologises | India News

Sanjay Dina Patil issued apology and expressed regret over the altercation with journalist NEW DELHI: Hours after hurling abuse at journalists, Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Dina Patil on Thursday issued an apology and expressed regret over the altercation.“Ever since I joined the Shiv Sena, I have been subjected to continuous humiliation. When journalist friends came…

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Intelligence Bureau NEW DELHI: The government has appointed senior IPS officer Mahesh Dixit as the next Director of the Intelligence Bureau (IB), the country’s domestic intelligence agency, PTI reported on Thursday.The appointment was approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Dixit, a 1993-batch IPS officer of the Andhra Pradesh cadre, currently serves as Special Director in the agency.He brings extensive intelligence and security experience to the role, including a stint as chief of the State Intelligence Bureau in Jammu and Kashmir.Dixit will succeed incumbent IB Director Tapan Deka, who was appointed in June 2022. Deka subsequently received two one-year extensions, in June 2024 and June 2025.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosThreat To Journalists? Shiv Sena MP’s Remarks Trigger Political Storm In MaharashtraWhy India Has Given Dinesh Trivedi Cabinet Minister-Equivalent Status In Bangladesh?From Deportation Calls To Racist Attacks: The Rise Of Anti-Indian Sentiment In The US’Congress, BJP & SAD Joined Hands’: Punjab CM Mann Blames Opposition For ‘Conspiracy’India-Pak Backchannel Talks Continue In Colombo And Bangkok Amid Diplomatic Freeze: ReportsIf Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID And Passport Aren’t Final Proofs, What Actually Makes You Indian?Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs Meet Lok Sabha Speaker, Stress Constitutional Process On Party ClaimsArmy Officers, 40 Troops Booked For Allegedly Storming J&K Police Station, Assaulting Cops | WatchNagrasu Gurdwara Standoff Ends Peacefully, But Questions Mount Over Police Handling Of OccupationStrait of Hormuz Is Open, Crude Is At ; So Why Is India Still Paying War Prices?123Photostories7 places on Earth that are compared to hell and yet travellers keep going10 baby girl names that symbolise renewal and positivity in different languagesSuccess quote of the day by Kunal Shah: ‘There are no over-ambitious people; only dreamers with no plans’Psychology says women comfortable being alone often share these 8 powerful traitsPushy parenting does more harm than good: What it is and 5 signs you may be oneThis everyday habit before work could be quietly damaging your performanceInside Samay Raina’s luxurious Mumbai house: A massive living area, a streaming room and morePM Narendra Modi loves this iron-rich South Indian dish; here’s how you can make it at homeThe surprising history of alta: Why Indian women paint their feet blood-redReal Madrid star Vinícius Júnior’s ₹64 crore-worth mansion is packed with a private cinema, two swimming pools and a football trophy cabinet123Hot PicksCharles OliveiraKetan Agrawal MurderMike Vrabel ControversyAashna DoshiSujata Rout KarthikeyanED KelceNHL Trade RumorsNFL Trade RumorsAndy RoddickTop TrendingSundar PichaiVenezuela NewsRithuparna KSFIFA World Cup 2026Venezuela earthquake NewsMumba Local Train MurderMEA PassportNandani BosmiyaMK StalinMumbai Local Train News

Intelligence Bureau NEW DELHI: The government has appointed senior IPS officer Mahesh Dixit as the next Director of the Intelligence Bureau (IB), the country’s domestic intelligence agency, PTI reported on Thursday.The appointment was approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Dixit, a 1993-batch IPS officer of the Andhra Pradesh cadre, currently serves as Special Director in the agency.He brings extensive intelligence and security experience to the role, including a stint as chief of the State Intelligence Bureau in Jammu and Kashmir.Dixit will succeed incumbent IB Director Tapan Deka, who was appointed in June 2022. Deka subsequently received two one-year extensions, in June 2024 and June 2025.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosThreat To Journalists? Shiv Sena MP’s Remarks Trigger Political Storm In MaharashtraWhy India Has Given Dinesh Trivedi Cabinet Minister-Equivalent Status In Bangladesh?From Deportation Calls To Racist Attacks: The Rise Of Anti-Indian Sentiment In The US’Congress, BJP & SAD Joined Hands’: Punjab CM Mann Blames Opposition For ‘Conspiracy’India-Pak Backchannel Talks Continue In Colombo And Bangkok Amid Diplomatic Freeze: ReportsIf Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID And Passport Aren’t Final Proofs, What Actually Makes You Indian?Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs Meet Lok Sabha Speaker, Stress Constitutional Process On Party ClaimsArmy Officers, 40 Troops Booked For Allegedly Storming J&K Police Station, Assaulting Cops | WatchNagrasu Gurdwara Standoff Ends Peacefully, But Questions Mount Over Police Handling Of OccupationStrait of Hormuz Is Open, Crude Is At $75; So Why Is India Still Paying War Prices?123Photostories7 places on Earth that are compared to hell and yet travellers keep going10 baby girl names that symbolise renewal and positivity in different languagesSuccess quote of the day by Kunal Shah: ‘There are no over-ambitious people; only dreamers with no plans’Psychology says women comfortable being alone often share these 8 powerful traitsPushy parenting does more harm than good: What it is and 5 signs you may be oneThis everyday habit before work could be quietly damaging your performanceInside Samay Raina’s luxurious Mumbai house: A massive living area, a streaming room and morePM Narendra Modi loves this iron-rich South Indian dish; here’s how you can make it at homeThe surprising history of alta: Why Indian women paint their feet blood-redReal Madrid star Vinícius Júnior’s ₹64 crore-worth mansion is packed with a private cinema, two swimming pools and a football trophy cabinet123Hot PicksCharles OliveiraKetan Agrawal MurderMike Vrabel ControversyAashna DoshiSujata Rout KarthikeyanED KelceNHL Trade RumorsNFL Trade RumorsAndy RoddickTop TrendingSundar PichaiVenezuela NewsRithuparna KSFIFA World Cup 2026Venezuela earthquake NewsMumba Local Train MurderMEA PassportNandani BosmiyaMK StalinMumbai Local Train News

NEW DELHI: The government has appointed senior IPS officer Mahesh Dixit as the next Director of the Intelligence Bureau (IB), the country’s domestic intelligence agency, PTI reported on Thursday.The appointment was approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Dixit, a 1993-batch IPS officer of the Andhra Pradesh cadre,…

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India Vs Bangladesh: Women’s T20 World Cup: Shafali Verma fires India past Bangladesh to keep semifinal hopes alive | Cricket News

India Vs Bangladesh: Women’s T20 World Cup: Shafali Verma fires India past Bangladesh to keep semifinal hopes alive | Cricket News

Shafali Verma (Pic credit: BCCI) NEW DELHI: India kept their Women’s T20 World Cup semifinal hopes alive with a convincing five-wicket victory over Bangladesh at Old Trafford on Thursday, overcoming yet another disappointing fielding display to register a crucial win in Group A.Chasing a modest target of 137, India rode on a blistering knock from…

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Switzerland records hottest June day in history; Basel reaches 38°C as Europe grapples with heatwave

Switzerland records hottest June day in history; Basel reaches 38°C as Europe grapples with heatwave

A man dives in the Limmat river during a heat wave in Zurich, Switzerland (AP Photo/Laurent Cipriani) Switzerland recorded its hottest June temperature ever on Thursday when thermometers in the northern city of Basel reached 38C, surpassing a national June record that had stood since 1947, as an intense heatwave continued to grip large parts…

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Netra AEW&C uses the Brazilian Embraer EMB-145 airframe as its platform and on which is mounted an active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar in its dorsal fin. NEW DELHI: The indigenously-developed Netra Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) system, which is India’s specialised “eye in the sky”, achieved a big milestone on Thursday when the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), which developed the complex technology, on Thursday handed over the final operational clearance (FOC) certificate to the Indian Air Force (IAF). FOC means the system is fully combat-ready after completing all trials and validations.The Netra AEW&C is a specialised airborne radar and command centre designed to detect incoming projectiles, ships and aircraft at long ranges, identify friend from foe, and direct friendly fighters in real time. It provides real-time battlefield management, 250–500+ km detection ranges, and 300° to 360° radar coverage to track hostile aircraft, drones and cruise missiles.Netra AEW&C uses the Brazilian Embraer EMB-145 airframe as its platform, on which is mounted an active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar in its dorsal fin. The three such aircraft were earlier delivered to the IAF with an initial operational clearance and had played a stellar role as the operational brain guiding the IAF during the Feb 2019 Balakot airstrikes.Defence minister Rajnath Singh said the “FOC achievement marks not only a technological milestone, but also a strategic advancement in strengthening India’s airborne surveillance and command-and-control capabilities. Defence secretary and DRDO chairman Rajesh Kumar Singh also congratulated DG (aero) and Team AEW&C.Air Marshal Awadhesh Kumar Bharti, deputy chief of the air staff, who was present at the FOC certificate ceremony in Bengaluru, said: “It’s a proud moment. This isn’t merely the culmination of an indigenous technology programme, but a celebration of the unique partnership between the IAF and the scientific community in fulfilling India’s quest for Atmanirbharta,” he said. Former IAF chief Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria (Retd), former DRDO chairman S Christopher, senior officials and engineers of the air force and DRDO and Netra projects were also present at the ceremony.In a video message, Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff, said the achievement assumes greater significance amid a rapidly changing geopolitical environment. Dixit also welcomed the planned expansion of the Netra programme through the induction of six additional aircraft, expressing confidence that future projects would replicate the success of the indigenous airborne early warning system.Narrating the successful journey of Netra, director general of the aeronautics cluster of DRDO, K Rajalakshmi Menon brought out the challenges faced and decisions taken that enabled the achievement of the programme objectives and delivered the operationally capable system to IAF.Besides Netra AEW&Cs, India also operates three Russian IL-76-based Phalcon Airborne Warning and Control Systems (AWACS). The Phalcon system, mounted on Russian IL-76 aircraft with improved engines, is equipped with advanced radar capable of detecting airborne and surface threats at long ranges, including cruise missiles and aircraft.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosWhy India Has Given Dinesh Trivedi Cabinet Minister-Equivalent Status In Bangladesh?From Deportation Calls To Racist Attacks: The Rise Of Anti-Indian Sentiment In The US’Congress, BJP & SAD Joined Hands’: Punjab CM Mann Blames Opposition For ‘Conspiracy’India-Pak Backchannel Talks Continue In Colombo And Bangkok Amid Diplomatic Freeze: ReportsIf Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID And Passport Aren’t Final Proofs, What Actually Makes You Indian?Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs Meet Lok Sabha Speaker, Stress Constitutional Process On Party ClaimsArmy Officers, 40 Troops Booked For Allegedly Storming J&K Police Station, Assaulting Cops | WatchNagrasu Gurdwara Standoff Ends Peacefully, But Questions Mount Over Police Handling Of OccupationStrait of Hormuz Is Open, Crude Is At ; So Why Is India Still Paying War Prices?India To Restart Tourist Visa Services For Bangladeshi Citizens From June 28123Photostories7 places on Earth that are compared to hell and yet travellers keep going10 baby girl names that symbolise renewal and positivity in different languagesSuccess quote of the day by Kunal Shah: ‘There are no over-ambitious people; only dreamers with no plans’Psychology says women comfortable being alone often share these 8 powerful traitsPushy parenting does more harm than good: What it is and 5 signs you may be oneThis everyday habit before work could be quietly damaging your performanceInside Samay Raina’s luxurious Mumbai house: A massive living area, a streaming room and morePM Narendra Modi loves this iron-rich South Indian dish; here’s how you can make it at homeThe surprising history of alta: Why Indian women paint their feet blood-redReal Madrid star Vinícius Júnior’s ₹64 crore-worth mansion is packed with a private cinema, two swimming pools and a football trophy cabinet123Hot PicksCharles OliveiraKetan Agrawal MurderMike Vrabel ControversyAashna DoshiSujata Rout KarthikeyanED KelceNHL Trade RumorsNFL Trade RumorsAndy RoddickTop TrendingSundar PichaiVenezuela NewsRithuparna KSFIFA World Cup 2026Venezuela earthquake NewsMumba Local Train MurderMEA PassportNandani BosmiyaMK StalinMumbai Local Train News

Netra AEW&C uses the Brazilian Embraer EMB-145 airframe as its platform and on which is mounted an active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar in its dorsal fin. NEW DELHI: The indigenously-developed Netra Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) system, which is India’s specialised “eye in the sky”, achieved a big milestone on Thursday when the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), which developed the complex technology, on Thursday handed over the final operational clearance (FOC) certificate to the Indian Air Force (IAF). FOC means the system is fully combat-ready after completing all trials and validations.The Netra AEW&C is a specialised airborne radar and command centre designed to detect incoming projectiles, ships and aircraft at long ranges, identify friend from foe, and direct friendly fighters in real time. It provides real-time battlefield management, 250–500+ km detection ranges, and 300° to 360° radar coverage to track hostile aircraft, drones and cruise missiles.Netra AEW&C uses the Brazilian Embraer EMB-145 airframe as its platform, on which is mounted an active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar in its dorsal fin. The three such aircraft were earlier delivered to the IAF with an initial operational clearance and had played a stellar role as the operational brain guiding the IAF during the Feb 2019 Balakot airstrikes.Defence minister Rajnath Singh said the “FOC achievement marks not only a technological milestone, but also a strategic advancement in strengthening India’s airborne surveillance and command-and-control capabilities. Defence secretary and DRDO chairman Rajesh Kumar Singh also congratulated DG (aero) and Team AEW&C.Air Marshal Awadhesh Kumar Bharti, deputy chief of the air staff, who was present at the FOC certificate ceremony in Bengaluru, said: “It’s a proud moment. This isn’t merely the culmination of an indigenous technology programme, but a celebration of the unique partnership between the IAF and the scientific community in fulfilling India’s quest for Atmanirbharta,” he said. Former IAF chief Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria (Retd), former DRDO chairman S Christopher, senior officials and engineers of the air force and DRDO and Netra projects were also present at the ceremony.In a video message, Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff, said the achievement assumes greater significance amid a rapidly changing geopolitical environment. Dixit also welcomed the planned expansion of the Netra programme through the induction of six additional aircraft, expressing confidence that future projects would replicate the success of the indigenous airborne early warning system.Narrating the successful journey of Netra, director general of the aeronautics cluster of DRDO, K Rajalakshmi Menon brought out the challenges faced and decisions taken that enabled the achievement of the programme objectives and delivered the operationally capable system to IAF.Besides Netra AEW&Cs, India also operates three Russian IL-76-based Phalcon Airborne Warning and Control Systems (AWACS). The Phalcon system, mounted on Russian IL-76 aircraft with improved engines, is equipped with advanced radar capable of detecting airborne and surface threats at long ranges, including cruise missiles and aircraft.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosWhy India Has Given Dinesh Trivedi Cabinet Minister-Equivalent Status In Bangladesh?From Deportation Calls To Racist Attacks: The Rise Of Anti-Indian Sentiment In The US’Congress, BJP & SAD Joined Hands’: Punjab CM Mann Blames Opposition For ‘Conspiracy’India-Pak Backchannel Talks Continue In Colombo And Bangkok Amid Diplomatic Freeze: ReportsIf Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID And Passport Aren’t Final Proofs, What Actually Makes You Indian?Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs Meet Lok Sabha Speaker, Stress Constitutional Process On Party ClaimsArmy Officers, 40 Troops Booked For Allegedly Storming J&K Police Station, Assaulting Cops | WatchNagrasu Gurdwara Standoff Ends Peacefully, But Questions Mount Over Police Handling Of OccupationStrait of Hormuz Is Open, Crude Is At $75; So Why Is India Still Paying War Prices?India To Restart Tourist Visa Services For Bangladeshi Citizens From June 28123Photostories7 places on Earth that are compared to hell and yet travellers keep going10 baby girl names that symbolise renewal and positivity in different languagesSuccess quote of the day by Kunal Shah: ‘There are no over-ambitious people; only dreamers with no plans’Psychology says women comfortable being alone often share these 8 powerful traitsPushy parenting does more harm than good: What it is and 5 signs you may be oneThis everyday habit before work could be quietly damaging your performanceInside Samay Raina’s luxurious Mumbai house: A massive living area, a streaming room and morePM Narendra Modi loves this iron-rich South Indian dish; here’s how you can make it at homeThe surprising history of alta: Why Indian women paint their feet blood-redReal Madrid star Vinícius Júnior’s ₹64 crore-worth mansion is packed with a private cinema, two swimming pools and a football trophy cabinet123Hot PicksCharles OliveiraKetan Agrawal MurderMike Vrabel ControversyAashna DoshiSujata Rout KarthikeyanED KelceNHL Trade RumorsNFL Trade RumorsAndy RoddickTop TrendingSundar PichaiVenezuela NewsRithuparna KSFIFA World Cup 2026Venezuela earthquake NewsMumba Local Train MurderMEA PassportNandani BosmiyaMK StalinMumbai Local Train News

Netra AEW&C uses the Brazilian Embraer EMB-145 airframe as its platform and on which is mounted an active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar in its dorsal fin. NEW DELHI: The indigenously-developed Netra Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) system, which is India’s specialised “eye in the sky”, achieved a big milestone on Thursday when the…

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South Africa Women 0/0 in 0.0 Overs

South Africa Women 0/0 in 0.0 Overs

South Africa vs Netherlands, Women’s T20 World Cup Live Score: Heat could become a major talking point Conditions in Bristol may play a significant role in this contest. Temperatures are forecast to reach 38 degrees Celsius, with a real-feel of around 40 degrees. Such extreme heat will test players physically and mentally throughout the match….

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