Every Wimbledon morning for the past 18 years, a trained hawk named Rufus has been released to fly over the grounds. His only job: scare away pigeons before play begins | International Sports News

Meet Rufus, Wimbledon’s famous hawk, who has spent 18 years keeping pesky pigeons away from tennis courts. Wimbledon has plenty of familiar sights when the Championships arrive, from packed Centre Court stands to strawberries and cream. But long before the crowds settle in, one of the All England Club’s most experienced regulars is already at…

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Decade on, disability policy rejig in limbo | India News

NEW DELHI: Ten years after the current disability law was passed, govt is yet to frame a revised National Policy for Persons with Disabilities. The existing National Policy for Persons with Disabilities was adopted 20 years ago.“This prolonged delay is particularly concerning because a contemporary national policy is essential to translate the rights guaranteed under…

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‘A very unusual summer’: England’s Ben Stokes retirement, McCullum exit, Carse controversy and Root’s return end in 3-0 Pakistan sweep | Cricket News

England players, including captain Joe Root, celebrate following their series win over Pakistan. (AP Photo) England have emerged from a summer of upheaval with a perfect 3-0 Test series sweep against Pakistan, and returning captain Joe Root believes the way his side responded to an “unusual” period of change has been particularly encouraging.Root returned to…

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