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In a remarkable display of bowling prowess, Malaysia’s seamer Syazrul Idrus made history by becoming the first cricketer to claim seven wickets (7/8) in a T20 International (T20I) match. He achieved this extraordinary feat during the opening game of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Asia Regional Qualifier B tournament at Bayuemas Oval. Idrus’s bowling display was nothing short of spectacular, as all seven wickets he took were clean-bowled deliveries.

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The Prime Minister of Samoa, Hon. Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa, together with the Commonwealth Secretary-General, the Rt Hon Patricia Scotland KC, recently announced that the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) will take place in Apia, Samoa. It will be commencing on October 21, 2024. The event holds special significance as it will be the first time a CHOGM will take place in a Pacific Small Island Developing State, highlighting the importance of the Pacific region within the Commonwealth.

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Independence Day in Maldives is a moment of joy, unity, and hope, honouring the struggles of the past while embracing the possibilities of the future. Cultural performances, parades, and exhibitions take place, highlighting the unique traditions, heritage, and cultural diversity of the Maldivian people. It is a time for locals and visitors to come together and rejoice in the spirit of independence.