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Bashar al-Assad and his family have found asylum in Moscow after fleeing Damascus as Islamist-led opposition forces took control of the Syrian capital. Celebrations erupted in Syria following the rebels' swift advance, ending the Assad family's five-decade rule.

A witchdoctor in Ahmedabad, Navalsinh Chavda, died in police custody after allegedly confessing to killing 12 people, including family members. He poisoned them to avoid medical expenses and end domestic disputes. Chavda's death is also under investigation, raising suspicions. He was apprehended while attempting another ritualistic murder.

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Kim Kardashian and La La Anthony celebrate the launch of the Skims x The North Face collection. Anthony praised the line on Instagram, suggesting a ski trip, while Kardashian revealed a broken foot. The Skims brand, now valued at $4 billion, boosts Kardashian's net worth to $1.7 billion. The duo also partners on Hulu's "Group Chat," inspired by Anthony's book.

The Milwaukee Bucks are set to clash with the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on December 8, 2024, at 3:30 pm ET. With a formidable lineup featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, the Bucks are favored to win. However, the Nets, led by Cameron Johnson and Dennis Schroder, will be fighting hard.

A Mumbai homemaker narrowly avoided a digital detention scam. After initially sharing her Aadhaar card, she grew suspicious of a fake police officer's demands for bank details during a video call. She challenged him to question her in person, thwarting the scam and subsequently filing a police report.

An armed group raided the Italian ambassador's residence in Damascus, stealing three vehicles amidst the backdrop of Islamist rebels claiming control of the city.

Bangladesh secured their second consecutive U19 Asia Cup title with a dominant 59-run victory over India in Dubai. Emon and Hakim's three-wicket hauls spearheaded Bangladesh's bowling attack, dismantling India's chase of 199. Despite contributions from James (40), Rizan (47), and Farid (39), Bangladesh posted a competitive total after a shaky start.

Former South African cricketer AB de Villiers commented on the on-field exchange between Mohammed Siraj and Travis Head during the Adelaide Test, emphasising the importance of respect while acknowledging the role of banter. Siraj's animated celebration after dismissing Head sparked the incident, escalating tensions. Despite the initial friction, the players reconciled after the match.

In his first post-election interview, President-elect Trump outlined his second-term agenda, including pardons for January 6th rioters, ending birthright citizenship, and mass deportations. He also discussed potential NATO withdrawal, tariffs, and a more unifying message than his previous inaugural address. Surprisingly, Trump met with Macron and Zelenskyy in Paris after the interview to discuss peace in Ukraine.

Israeli forces secured a buffer zone in the Golan Heights after Syrian rebels ousted President Bashar al-Assad, ending his family's rule. Prime Minister Netanyahu declared this a "historic day," attributing it to Israeli actions against Iran and Hezbollah, Assad's allies. Israel's annexation of the Golan Heights remains internationally disputed.

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh defeated Ding Liren in the 11th Game of the World Chess Championship, taking a 6-5 lead. This marks Gukesh's first lead in the match, putting him in a strong position to potentially become the youngest world champion. Liren's unconventional opening backfired, and despite a temporary advantage, a critical blunder cost him the game.

India's crushing 10-wicket defeat to Australia in the second Test at Adelaide Oval leveled the series 1-1. Former coach Ravi Shastri urged captain Rohit Sharma to return to his opening batsman role, citing Pat Cummins' impactful leadership and performance as an example. Rohit's struggles against the Australian pace attack, scoring just 3 and 6, highlighted this need.

The BJP accused Sonia Gandhi of connections to a George Soros-funded organization, citing her role in the Forum of Democratic Leaders in Asia Pacific. They also highlighted Shashi Tharoor's friendship with Soros and alleged a broader opposition collusion with Soros and OCCRP to damage India's economy and the Modi government's image, particularly through attacks on the Adani Group.

India's U19 cricket team suffered a 59-run defeat against Bangladesh in the Asia Cup final. The Indian batters failed to chase a modest target of 199, collapsing twice during their innings. Bangladesh's bowlers applied consistent pressure, leading to India's third international cricket loss on Sunday, following defeats for the men's and women's senior teams.

Following a disappointing loss in the Adelaide pink-ball Test, Indian captain Rohit Sharma rallied his bowling unit, emphasising the need for shared responsibility. Rohit stressed that Jasprit Bumrah cannot shoulder the entire burden and urged other bowlers like Mohammed Siraj, Harshit Rana, and Prasidh Krishna to step up and contribute.

Rohit Sharma's poor performance with the bat in the second Test against Australia is a concern for India. The captain's lack of runs in recent matches, including the series against New Zealand, is putting pressure on him. This pressure could affect his captaincy, and former players like Harbhajan Singh and Cheteshwar Pujara have expressed their concerns.

Former cricketer Atul Wassan criticised India's tactical decisions following their Adelaide Test defeat. He questioned Rohit Sharma's placement at number six, emphasising his opening prowess, especially in Australian conditions. Wassan also addressed the inconsistent form of Rohit and Virat Kohli, urging them to perform rather than relying on past achievements.