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Paralympian stripped of medal after being late to event

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The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has stripped Malaysian athlete Muhammad Ziyad Zolkefli of his gold medal, after he was 3 minutes late to his shot put event

THE ICP defended the decision after a referee found that he had no justifiable reason for being late. Tournament organisers allowed Zolkefli to compete in the F20 class competition, which is for athletes with intellectual disabilities.

Malaysia’s Youth and Sports Minister Ahmad Faizul Azumu said the country’s sports council will investigate the decision.

“The athletes have waited for five years but their hopes and spirits were destroyed by a delay of not even five minutes,” he said in a report to local news outlet The Star.

“This is something which is very sad.”

Zolkefli was disqualified after a complaint by the Ukrainian team, whose competitor Maksym Koval won the gold medal after the decision. Oleksandr Yarovyi, Another Ukrainian, took the silver medal.

Ukraine lodged the complaint before the event begun, after Zolkefli was late to the call room. Paralympic organisers allowed Zolkefli to compete under appeal, in case in had a justifiable reason for being late.

Zolkefli and his team said the athlete had not heard the announcement in any language he understood.

Craig Spence, an IPC spokesperson, said the Ukrainian team shouldn’t be blamed for the decision.

“I’m sorry. Rules are rules. The decision was taken. It wasn’t the Ukrainians’ fault that the Malaysian was late,” he said.

The IPC rejected an appeal against the decision.

Malaysia currently have 1 gold medal, and 2 silvers. The Tokyo Paralympics ends on Sunday the 5th of September.

By Parker McKenzie

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Ticker News is now live on XumoTV and Xfinity across the U.S.

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Ticker News is now available on Xumo TV and Xfinity, bringing new era of accessibility

Ticker is thrilled to announce a major milestone for Ticker News: we are now available for streaming across the United States on Comcast’s major platforms, Xumo TV and Xfinity.

The development places Ticker News in the company of industry giants like CNN, Fox News, and MSNBC, marking a significant leap forward in our mission to deliver quality news to a wider audience.

With a combined reach of 50 million active users per month, Xumo TV and Xfinity offer an opportunity for Ticker News to expand viewership.

The achievement is particularly special with Ticker’s fifth anniversary on air on August 19.

“Getting Ticker News on these platforms was no small feat,” says Ticker Founder and CEO Ahron Young.

“It took nearly two years of intense negotiations and overcoming various technical challenges. But the journey underscores the resilience and determination of our team, proving that persistence pays off. We are immensely proud of what we have accomplished together,” Ahron says.

Being available on Xumo TV and Xfinity significantly enhances our already robust distribution network.

These platforms provide Ticker with the ability to reach millions of new viewers, further solidifying our presence in the competitive news landscape.

“Our commitment to expanding our reach and improving accessibility remains stronger than ever,” says TIcker’s Global Marketing Director, Kane Ricca.

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As Ticker celebrates this exciting moment, the media company remains focused on its mission to provide accurate, timely, and engaging news to our audience.

“We are grateful for the ongoing support of our hosts, staff, investors, and viewers. Every moment counts at Ticker, and together, we are building something truly special,” says Ahron.

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‘Frank and constructive’ meeting between Harris and Netanyahu

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Vice President Kamala Harris met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and a cease-fire agreement.

Vice President Kamala Harris highlighted the nature of the discussion describing it as a “frank and constructive”meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House.

Harris expressed her concerns about the humanitarian situation in Gaza.

She stressed the need to finalise a cease-fire deal.
Harris described the past nine months in Gaza as devastating.
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‘Left wing lunatic’: Trump tears into Kamala Harris in major rally

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