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O’Sullivan turns on style to avoid first-round exit

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In the opening round of the International Championship, Ronnie O’Sullivan defeated world number 76 Allan Taylor 6-5 in the final five frames to claim the title.

In Nanjing, China, O’Sullivan, a seven-time world champion, lost to his fellow Englishman by two frames three times.

O’Sullivan broke the records of 100, 119, and 129 from 4-2 down to take the lead for the first time.

Taylor had a 4-1 lead in mind, but he went in-off with his next shot after potting a red to make O’Sullivan need a snooker.

O’Sullivan, the fifth-ranked player, made a 48-yard clearance to reduce the deficit to 3-1.

Taylor made a nervy sixth frame where both players missed chances, but he was vintage O’Sullivan from the beginning because he punished any errors and demonstrated his exceptional cue ball control.

In the decisive frame, he was quickly sucked into a superb long red and the balls were perfectly placed to seal the victory.

O’Sullivan, who turns 50 next month, has a hard choice in the tournaments he enters.

Zhao safely through as Bai preserves his legacy

The tournament’s opening day, which ends on November 9, was scheduled to feature a mix of pre-qualifier, first-round, and second-round matches.

Oliver Brown, the world champion, defeated world champion Zhao Xintong to win the first-round match.

Zhao, a Chinese national, broke 135 in the opening frame of a 6-1 victory, who has struggled for regular victories since winning the world title in Sheffield in May.

Chris Wakelin, an unbeaten finalist at the previous year’s International Championship, lost to Jiang Jun, the world number 111, of China, 6-2 in round two.

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Al Jazeera reports from Sudan displacement camp as thousands flee el-Fasher

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El-Fasher and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces’ advance in the Darfur region have caused tens of thousands of Sudanese refugees to flee. Hiba Morgan from a camp for displaced civilians in the neighboring Northern State, where people are desperately in need of assistance, reports Al Jazeera.

Meghan Markle’s ‘jarring’ request at first wedding that left guests baffled

One of the wedding details that Trevor Engelson and Meghan Markleonce shared made guests chuckle when they inquired, “Is she kidding? “

Before Meghan Markle became globally recognised as the American actress who married Prince Harry, she walked down the aisle once before.

After a second chance meeting in a bar when she was just 23 years old, the Duchess of Sussex and American film producer Trevor Engelson wed in August 2011.

Although their relationship ended in divorce just two years later, it is thought that their relationship remained positive for the most part.

Although little is known about their relationship’s ins and outs, Meghan’s role in the US television series Suits has previously revealed some intriguing details about their wedding.

Despite her fame being relatively modest at the time, Meghan made a rather strict request of her wedding guests, much to their amusement, the Express reports.

Tina Brown quotes a guest who attended the 2011 nuptials in her book, “The Palace Papers.” The guest admitted to Brown that Meghan had sent out a note requesting “no social media, please” as the only jarring note.

She had been wearing Suits for a few months, and we were all laughing out loud when we realized who she was. She said, “I’m a really big actress.”

In 2013, Meghan and Trevor split, citing “irreconcilable differences,” and their divorce was declared the following year.

This was a full four years before Meghan Markle graced the aisle once more to wed Prince Harry in Windsor, following their whirlwind love affair. Meghan bid farewell to her role on Suits to marry the youngest son of King Charles.

When Harry proposed at their Kensington Palace residence, the pair had only been dating for a short while, and the wedding was less than a year later.

Although Meghan was warmly received into the Royal family, her tenure as a working Royal was short-lived. Both she and Harry stepped back from Royal duties and relocated to Montecito in California.

On 8 January 2020, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex shocked the world by announcing their decision to step down as senior working royals.

A royal gathering convened in Sandringham to discuss the issue in what has since been referred to as the “Sandringham Summit,” which was led by the late Queen Elizabeth II, just a few days later, on January 13.

The meeting saw the late monarch, King Charles, Prince William and Harry in attendance, however Meghan was notably absent.

According to reports at the time, the Sussexes didn’t believe it was “necessary for the duchess to join.”

The Queen stated in a statement following the “summit” that “today my family and I had very positive discussions about the future of my grandson and his family.”

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Harry and Meghan’s desire to start a new life as a young family is fully supported by my family and I.

Autumn’s top colour combination trend is the key to looking put-together

This autumn, the best fashion purchases from brands like Boden, Next, and George have come to mind.

It’s not about what you wear, it’s about how you wear it, so look effortlessly put-together this season. The main design tenet of the fall is not a silhouette or statement piece, but rather color combinations and color combinations that instantly make an outfit feel more thoughtful and elevated.

Think vibrant head-to-toe blocks of vibrant pink, butter yellow and charcoal gray, or chocolate brown and pale blue. Mixing and matching various shades or the same shade can give any outfit a fashionable depth.

Additionally, you might use items you already have to colorblock artwork. We’ve rounded up our favorite high street fashion purchases, from George at Asda to Hush and Next, if you’re looking for a few more pieces to complete your collection.

Is this M&amp, S’s most daring range so far? big celeb and fashion brands collaborate for the 16Arlington edit.

READ MORE: Rochelle Humes shares her “game-changing” scent combination for less than £30.

ALBARAY

Go bold this winter with this royal blue jumper from Albaray, and let the bright colour speak for itself by pairing with muted wardrobe essentials.

Denim Culottes and Cobalt Blue Cosy Wool Blend Jumper are available at SHOP THE LOOK.

NEXT

If you prefer to dress in a maximalist style, combine vibrant colors with fun prints. This hot pink roll-neck jumper and the tartan skirt’s moody, opulent vibe are both adored.

SHOP THE LOOK: Similar Pink Chunky Rib High Roll Neck Knitted Jumper with Alpaca, now £18.50 here; Green Check Kilt Maxi Skirt, £46 here; and Black Faux Suede Mix Charm Cross-Body Bag, £32 here

BODEN

Why not switch from the traditional rust and brown tones with this vibrant midi from Boden when cord is in season for autumn and winter this year? For a figure-flattering fit, the waist is made easier by the belt detail.

Purchase the £139 Adelaide Zip-Clir Midi Dress at Shop The Loo.

GEORGE

Wearing a color-drenched look with a suit or a two-piece set is the simplest option. For a head-to-toe olive green appearance, pair it with tonal accessories.

This shop offers the Studio Edit Olive Green Blazer and Trousers Outfit for $ 39 and $ 29 respectively.

HUSH

Keep it cosy this winter in a funnel neck coat that protects your neck from the chill. And inject a fun pop of colour into your wardrobe with a stylish (and practical!) scarf.

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England win thriller to clinch Wheelchair Ashes

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Second Test of the Wheelchair Rugby League Ashes

Australia (30) 42

Trys: Schumacher, McKenna 2, Tannock, and Karim. McKenna 7 has goals.

England (18) 48

Two minutes from time, England produced a stunning second-half comeback to defeat Australia in the final test and claim victory in the Wheelchair Rugby League Ashes.

At the Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre in Queensland, England scored six tries after the break to win the series with a score of 2-0. Australia led at half-time with a lead of 30-18.

After two minutes of the second Test, Diab Karim scored an try to open the scoring for Australia.

Two scores from Adam Tannock and Dan Anstey tries, as well as two from England’s Rob Hawkins, who scored a hat-trick in the opening Test, and one from Finlay O’Neill, were combined to cause havoc.

Lewis King’s hat-trick and two goals were scored by Jack Brown in the second half, which gave England the lead.

Before England substitute Mason Billington’s cool final pass sent Coyd over for the winner, Zac Schumacher and Anstey scored the winning goal.

The Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup will take place in Australia in 2026.

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