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While there are ways to further corroborate one’s identity, some experts warn the bureaucratic burden may turn people off registering altogether due to complications — preventing citizens from being able to cast a ballot.

From Salon

Australia needed 34 runs off the final two overs, but when Renshaw was caught for 65 after he skied the superb Muzarabani with eight balls remaining the game was effectively up.

From BBC

Opener Brian Bennett's unbeaten 64 off 56 balls featured seven fours but came at a strike rate of 114.28 as he played the anchor role.

From BBC

Tadiwanashe Marumani and Ryan Burl were decidedly more aggressive, both hitting 35 off 21 and 30 balls respectively.

From BBC

Raza's unbeaten 13-ball 25 provided some late impetus as he struck their only six off the final ball of the innings.

From BBC