(260409) — TAIYUAN, April 9, 2026 (Xinhua) — Luka Mladenovic of Luxembourg returns to Xiang Peng of China through the males’s singles spherical of 32 match on the World Table Tennis (WTT) Contender Taiyuan 2026 in Taiyuan, north China’s Shanxi Province, April 9, 2026. (Xinhua/Yang Chenguang)
ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol: Divya’s 4th, Gajanan’s preventing fifth highlights of India’s day at Granada
New Delhi [India], April 10 (ANI): Divya TS’s creditable fourth-place end within the girls’s 25m pistol and Gajanan Khandagale’s preventing fifth on India and World Cup debut within the males’s 10m air rifle have been the highlights of India’s day on the ongoing International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rifle/Pistol on the Las Gabias Shooting Range in Granada, Spain, on Thursday.
Divya shot 28 in her third particular person World Cup last to complete simply outdoors the medals, whereas Gajanan bowed out with an effort of 187.5 within the males’s air rifle last. Rhythm Sangwan additionally made the ladies’s 25m pistol to complete seventh, in accordance with a press launch.
China’s Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Xiao Jiaruixuan gained gold within the occasion after two rounds of shoot-offs have been wanted to separate her from her teenage compatriot and debutant Kong Jieru. Both had tied with 39 hits after the regulation 10-series of 5 rapid-fire photographs. Paris Olympics bronze medallist Camille Jedrzejewski edged out Divya for bronze and completed with 34 hits after the penultimate collection.
Earlier, Rhythm was the stronger of the 2 Indians in qualifying, capturing 586 for a fifth-place end. Divya shot 585 to take the seventh qualifying spot forward of Poland’s Agata Nowak. World Cup Finals winner Simranpreet Kaur Brar completed thirtieth with a 575.
Gajanan Khandagale additionally had an excellent debut after he stormed into the ultimate in second place with an effort of 634.3 in qualification, which was simply 0.2 behind Paris silver medallist Victor Lindgren of Sweden.
Olympic and world champion Sheng Lihao of China, who ultimately gained gold, shot 633.6 to qualify in fourth. Arshdeep Singh was twenty first with 629.5, whereas Dhanush Srikanth was twenty third with 629.2.
Gagan was one in every of six shooters to start out the ultimate within the 10-ring and shot valiantly in a high-class subject to bow out after the 18th shot, simply 0.1 behind Chinese teenager Ma Sihan, who took fourth place.
Aleksa Rakonjac of Serbia took silver and a primary World Cup medal, as did Lindgen together with his bronze, regardless of being a former world champion and an Olympic medallist.
All three Indians navigated the ladies’s 50m rifle 3 positions (3P) elimination relays safely as effectively, with Olympian and world championship medallist Anjum Moudgil finest with a 592. Ayushi Podder shot 587 within the second relay, and Surabhi Bharadwaj Rapole shot 582 as 58 of the 75 made it to the principle qualification spherical.
Friday has the ladies’s 3P last because the showpiece. (ANI)
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(260410) — MEISHAN, April 10, 2026 (Xinhua) — Lee Dohyun of South Korea competes through the males’s boulder closing match of sport climbing on the World Climbing Asia Championship Meishan 2026 in Meishan, southwest China’s Sichuan Province, April 10, 2026. (Photo by Yao Yongliang/Xinhua)
OF Seiya Suzuki returns as Cubs lose reliever Phil Maton to IL
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The Chicago Cubs reinstated outfielder Seiya Suzuki from the injured record earlier than Friday afternoon’s collection opener in opposition to the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates.
Suzuki, 31, has been sidelined by a sprained knee ligament sustained whereas enjoying for Team Japan within the World Baseball Classic.
The Cubs designated outfielder Dylan Carlson for task to make room on the roster.
In different strikes Friday, Chicago positioned reliever Phil Maton on the 15-day injured record with proper knee tendinitis and recalled fellow right-hander Ethan Roberts from Triple-A Iowa.
Suzuki batted .429 (6-for-14) with a pair of doubles and one RBI in 5 rehab video games with Double-A Tennessee.
Suzuki had his most efficient season with the Cubs final yr when he hit 32 dwelling runs with 103 RBIs. Over 4 seasons in Chicago, he has batted .269 with an .818 OPS, 87 dwelling runs and 296 RBIs in 532 video games.
Carlson, 27, is hitless in 4 at-bats with two strikeouts in three video games this season, his first with the Cubs. He was a first-round decide by the St. Louis Cardinals in 2016.
Maton, 33, is 0-1 with a 13.50 ERA in 5 appearances out of the bullpen this yr. His IL designation is retroactive to Wednesday.
Roberts, 28, appeared in a single recreation for the Cubs earlier this season. He allowed one hit in 2/3 scoreless innings in a 6-5 loss at Cleveland on April 5.
–Field Level Media
India-Japan focus on West Asia battle, Hormuz Strait in cellphone name between EAM Jaishankar, FM Motegi
New Delhi [India], April 10 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to his Japanese counterpart on Friday to debate the developments in West Asia and worldwide transport by way of the Strait of Hormuz.
The name between the leaders lasted for about 20 minutes.
Sharing the small print of the dialog in a put up on X, EAM additionally appreciated the message of condolence for the lives of Indians misplaced within the battle throughout his name with Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi.
‘Good to talk with FM Toshimitsu Motegi of Japan. Discussed developments in West Asia, together with worldwide transport by means of the Strait of Hormuz. Appreciate his condolences for the Indian lives misplaced within the battle’, EAM wrote on X.
https://x.com/DrSJaishankar/status/2042493174338207858?s=20
Sharing the small print of the decision, the Japanese Foreign Ministry famous that the leaders appreciated the latest announcement by US and Iran.
The Japanese Foreign Minister known as for nearer coordination with the worldwide group and EAM Jaishankar famous that Delhi and Tokyo would proceed to work intently with one another.
The two leaders underlined the necessity to promote multilateral cooperation to reinforce power resilience and useful resource provide
‘In mild of the present state of affairs within the Middle East, Minister MOTEGI expressed his condolences relating to the casualties amongst Indian nationals. In addition, Minister MOTEGI said that Japan welcomes the latest announcement by each the United States and Iran as a optimistic improvement. He additionally said that what issues most is that de-escalation, together with the protection of navigation by means of the Strait of Hormuz, is steadily achieved, and expressed his hopes {that a} last settlement can be reached promptly by means of the negotiations between the United States and Iran. He additional said that he wish to intently coordinate with the worldwide group, together with India’, the assertion mentioned.
‘In response, Minister Jaishankar said that India will proceed to work intently with Japan in order that de-escalation of the state of affairs could be realized, together with the protection of navigation by means of the Strait of Hormuz. Both Ministers concurred that Japan and India will proceed to speak intently with one another. Furthermore, each Ministers concurred on selling multilateral cooperation, together with Japan and India, to reinforce the resiliency of power and useful resource provide’, it added.
The name between the leaders comes after US and Iran introduced a two-week ceasefire following weeks-long battle that impacted a number of international locations in West Asia and Gulf in mild of US-Israeli army operations in Iran. (ANI)
Zach Lipovsky, Adam B. Stein to direct ‘Metal Gear Solid’ movie
Washington [US], April 10 (ANI): Sony Pictures has signed filmmaker duo Zach Lipovsky and Adam B Stein to a sweeping first-look deal that spans all of its movie labels, whereas additionally tapping the pair to direct a long-anticipated live-action adaptation of ‘Metal Gear Solid’.
Under the brand new deal, Lipovsky and Stein, working by way of their newly launched firm Wonderlab, will develop movies for their very own route in addition to produce initiatives for different filmmakers.
The studio has described the main target as constructing ‘wildly enjoyable, industrial, character-driven, genre-bending movies,’ as quoted by The Hollywood Reporter.
As a part of the settlement, they are going to helm Sony’s Columbia Pictures adaptation of ‘Metal Gear Solid’, based mostly on the enduring stealth-action online game created by Hideo Kojima.
The movie can be produced by father-and-son group Avi Arad and Ari Arad, and is anticipated to convey the franchise’s cinematic world of espionage and science fiction to the large display for the primary time, as per The Hollywood Reporter.
Sony Motion Picture Group President Sanford Panitch praised the filmmakers, calling them ‘thrilling storytellers, masters of visuals and suspense’ in an official assertion, as per The Hollywood Reporter.
Lipovsky and Stein mentioned they have been ‘honoured’ to companion with Sony, including that the studio’s groups share their imaginative and prescient for theatrical, event-driven cinema.
On ‘Metal Gear Solid’, they described the sport as a ‘groundbreaking cinematic masterpiece’ and expressed pleasure about bringing its characters and world to life.
The duo’s collaboration with Sony additionally consists of an animated Venom movie for Sony Pictures Animation, which they’re directing, and the unique sci-fi epic ‘The Earthling’, which they are going to direct and produce alongside Eric Heisserer and Scott Glassgold.
Their earlier credit embrace the indie sci-fi movie ‘Freaks’, which premiered on the Toronto International Film Festival.
A sequel to ‘Freaks’ is at the moment in post-production. The filmmakers have additionally labored on initiatives similar to a brand new ‘Gremlins function’ for Warner Bros., ‘The Traveler’ at Paramount. (ANI)
Nifty, Sensex finish greater taking sturdy cues from Asian friends regardless of oil costs stay risky
New Delhi [India], April 10 (ANI): Benchmark Indices on Friday ended greater taking optimistic cues from its Asian friends which rose regardless of warning out there because of a fragile ceasefire settlement between the US and Iran and risky oil costs.
Domestic stock markets had been additionally pushed by good points within the monetary companies and financial institution shares which had been partially offset by some Information Technology Stocks.
The benchmark Nifty 50 index settled at 24,050.60 level, up 1.2 per cent on Friday and the BSE Sensex index closed 1.2 per cent greater at 77,551.48 factors.
On the sectoral entrance, most indices resulted in inexperienced besides Nifty IT index that ended practically 2per cent decrease at 31,030.60 factors. Nifty Auto emerged as the highest gainer, rising 2.9 per cent throughout Friday’s session and closed at 26,640.90 factors. The Nifty Financial Services closed over 2 per cent greater at 28,584.35 factors.
‘Markets seem cautiously optimistic forward of the U.S.-Iran talks, as mirrored in broad-based good points globally and a significant discount in volatility, with India’s VIX falling over 6.5 per cent. The ceasefire, nevertheless, stays underneath strain, with conflicting peace frameworks, Washington accusing Tehran of breaching commitments on the Strait of Hormuz, and Israel’s strikes on Lebanon including an extra layer of complexity to an already delicate scenario. With formal talks but to start on Saturday, subsequent week’s market path will stay firmly depending on how negotiations unfold between the U.S., Israel, and Iran within the close to time period,’ mentioned Ponmudi R, Chief Executive Officer of Enrich Money, a SEBI – registered on-line buying and selling and wealth tech agency.
Ponmudi added the rupee witnessed gentle depreciation, buying and selling within the 92.7 zone because it continued to stabilize from the current risky swings. FII outflows remained a persistent overhang on sentiment, although regular DII inflows continued to offer a significant offset, cushioning home liquidity circumstances and limiting the broader affect on market stability.
Global markets are on an increase as they witnessed sharp corrections within the current occasions because of the West Asia battle, which appears to have cooled down briefly after the ceasefire announcement. However, tensions within the center east are nonetheless ripe as Israel launched lethal strikes on Lebanon yesterday, publish which, Iran has shut the Strait of Hormuz, once more, after a quick resumption.
Among the Asian fairness markets, Japan’s Nikkei 225 index ended practically 2 per cent decrease at 56,952 factors. South Korea’s Kospi rose 1.4per cent to settle at 5,858.87 factors. Singapore’s benchmark Singapore Straits Times closed marginally greater at 4,989.41 factors. Mainland China’s CSI 300 index ended 1.5per cent greater at 4,636.57.
The Brent crude oil shrugged off uncertainty because of the stress within the West Asia and traded practically 1per cent greater at USD 96.80. As of 0345 IST, gold was buying and selling at Rs 1,52,188 per 10 grams for twenty-four karat, 0.8per cent decrease than the earlier shut. Silver was buying and selling at Rs 2,40,601 per kg, 1.3per cent decrease than the earlier shut.
‘Moderation in Gold ETF flows factors to a renewed optimism round equities. The broader takeaway from March 2026 is that business AUM has declined, not investor confidence. Optimism round equities is again with a extra diversified and deliberate method to investing. Categories that noticed sharp drawdowns have attracted renewed investor confidence,’ Nitin Agrawal, CEO, Mutual Funds, InCred Money mentioned in a notice. (ANI)
Japanese man, 52, arrested in Laos for youngster prostitution, secretly filming ladies – TokyoReporter
LAOS (TR) – Local police right here have arrested a 52-year-old Japanese man on suspicion of kid prostitution after he was present in a resort room with three underage ladies, studies Kyodo News (Apr. 9).
The suspect was detained following a police raid on his lodging within the in style vacationer metropolis of Luang Prabang. During the compelled entry, authorities rescued the three ladies, who have been between the ages of 12 and 16 on the time of the incident.
According to investigative sources, the victims testified that they have been coerced into spending time with the person in trade for money. The ladies additionally alleged that he secretly filmed them whereas participating in sexual acts.
Crackdown
The arrest comes amid a rising crackdown by Laotian authorities on intercourse tourism. Child prostitution by international nationals, together with Japanese vacationers, has grow to be a critical challenge within the nation, prompting police to launch full-scale investigations into the exploitation of minors.
In June final 12 months, the Japanese Embassy in Laos issued a warning on its web site after posts suggesting youngster prostitution in Laos by Japanese folks had been confirmed. “Not only will these be subject to crackdowns under Laotian law, but they will also be punished under Japanese law as crimes committed overseas,” the embassy stated.
In the case involving the 52-year-old man, the embassy confirmed that it obtained a preliminary report from native authorities in January. The report said {that a} Japanese nationwide had been detained on December 8 of final 12 months on suspicion of the rape of a minor.
The embassy is at the moment working to confirm the complete particulars of the newest incident because the native legal investigation continues.
Serial burglar ‘Unlocked Hiroshi’ nabbed at pachinko parlor over ¥1.2 million heist – TokyoReporter
TOKYO (TR) — Tokyo Metropolitan Police have arrested a 50-year-old serial housebreaking suspect recognized amongst detectives as “Unlocked Hiroshi” over the theft of greater than 1 million yen from an house in Kita Ward.
Hiroshi Oshima, unemployed and of no mounted handle, was arrested by police on suspicion of trespassing and theft, experiences the Sankei Shimbun.
Upon his arrest, Oshima refused to deal with the allegations. He stated, “I have nothing to speak about.”
Detectives dubbed Oshima “Muji no Hiroshi” (Unlocked Hiroshi) on account of his constant modus operandi of solely concentrating on unbolted doorways and home windows.
According to investigators, Oshima allegedly broke into the residence of a person in his 50s by an unlocked sliding glass door on the afternoon of February 11. Before getting into the premises, he would ring the intercom to verify the occupant was away.
Once inside, Oshima made off with roughly 1.2 million yen in money, 80 reward certificates, and a number of other different objects together with a bag, police stated.
Security digital camera footage analyzed by investigators led to his identification. He was ultimately tracked down and apprehended whereas enjoying at a pachinko parlor in Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture.
Ex-plumber arrested for stealing public rest room valves in Saitama says he did it ’80 instances’ – TokyoReporter
TOKYO (TR) – Tokyo Metropolitan Police have arrested a 49-year-old former plumber for allegedly stealing metallic flush valves from public park bathrooms to promote as scrap metallic, studies TBS News (Apr. 10).
Hisakazu Oba, at the moment unemployed, was caught red-handed on April 8 after swiping 4 flush valves — valued at roughly 100,000 yen — from two restrooms at a park in Soka City, Saitama Prefecture.
According to the Metropolitan Police Department, investigators on excessive alert noticed Oba rising from a public rest room with an unnaturally bulging backpack. A subsequent search of his bag revealed the stolen brass parts.
Upon his arrest, Oba totally admitted to the allegations. “They are easy to remove and sell for a high price,” the suspect informed police. “Since last September, I’ve done this about 70 to 80 times. I used [the money] to place boat racing bets”
Investigators revealed that Oba had labored as a plumber for over 20 years earlier than shedding his job final June. He is believed to have utilized his specialised information to rapidly dismantle the plumbing fixtures, exchanging the metallic elements for fast money at scrap sellers.
Damages
The arrest comes amid a baffling wave of bathroom vandalism throughout the metropolitan space. On April 9, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government reported that 22 flush valves had vanished from 9 metropolitan parks — together with Koganei and Toneri parks — over a two-week interval in March alone.
Through evaluation of safety digital camera footage and interviews with metallic recycling outlets, Oba turned a suspect.
The brazen thefts have value the town roughly 1.2 million yen in damages.
Police at the moment are investigating Oba’s connection to the widespread string of comparable thefts which have plagued public parks throughout Tokyo and Saitama since final December.
