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‘End of an era’: Former world No. 1 Jamie Murray, Andy Murray’s brother, retires after 36-year career with seven Grand Slams

Jamie Murray has retired from professional tennis at 40, concluding a distinguished doubles career spanning over three decades. A former world No. 1, he won seven Grand Slam titles, 34 ATP trophies and played a key role in Britain’s 2015 Davis Cup triumph. Renowned for his longevity and net play, Murray leaves a lasting legacy in British tennis.

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Ticketmaster owner Live Nation ran illegal monopoly, US jury finds

A US jury on Wednesday found that entertainment giant Live Nation wielded monopoly power at its Ticketmaster business, violating federal and state antitrust laws, according to California’s attorney general. A verdict that could have profound repercussions in the concert world came after four days of deliberations, and remedies could include breaking up Live Nation and Ticketmaster. The jury found Live Nation and Tick...

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Can cheaper latte and starting the day early solve KL’s perpetual traffic jams?

An analysis of Kuala Lumpur's 'Bangun KL' campaign and why commuters are sceptical about its effectiveness in solving traffic congestion. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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‘End of an era’: Former world No. 1 Jamie Murray, Andy Murray’s brother, retires after 36-year career with seven Grand Slams

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Ticketmaster owner Live Nation ran illegal monopoly, US jury finds

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Can cheaper latte and starting the day early solve KL’s perpetual traffic jams?

Many commuters say they are already starting their day before sunrise.

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Times of India World • 1m ago

US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: 'Discontinue transit to Iran', Trump shares US Navy video announcing Hormuz blockade

Times of India World is tracking Economy & Trade developments tied to US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: 'Discontinue transit to Iran', Trump shares US Navy video announcing Hormuz blockade.

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World Bank launches 'Water Forward' programme to tackle global water stress

LONDON, April 15 - The World Bank and other top development lenders launched a new global initiative dubbed Water Forward on Wednesday, aimed at improving secure water access for a billion people within the next four yea...

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Chevron executive asks Americans to drive less amid Iran war

Times of India World is tracking Economy & Trade developments tied to Chevron executive asks Americans to drive less amid Iran war.

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