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September 8, 2024

Palestine sees 85% drop in illiteracy rates in last 2 decades

ISTANBUL: The Palestinian territories have seen an 85% drop in illiteracy rates in the last two decades, the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics said on Sunday.

In a statement marking World Literacy Day, the bureau said the illiteracy rate stood…

Aryna Sabalenka win 2024 US Open women’s title

ISTANBUL: Aryna Sabalenka won the 2024 US Open women’s title Saturday after defeating Jess Pegula in straight sets.

The 26-year-old from Belarus defeated Jessica Pegula 7-5, 7-5 to win her third career Grand Slam at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

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Jannik Sinner wins 2024 US Open men’s title

ISTANBUL: Jannik Sinner won the 2024 US Open men’s title after beating Taylor Fritz in straight sets on Sunday.

The top-ranked Italian won the final that lasted two hours and 16 minutes with sets of 6-3, 6-4, and 7-5 at the Arthur Ashe Stadium.

Sinn…