Oli McBurnie's stoppage-time equaliser earned Sheffield United a 3-3 draw against <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/manchester-united-sponsorships-march-on-despite-on-field-slip-ups-263140">Manchester United</a> at Bramall Lane in the Premier League on Sunday after the visitors had been on the verge of a thrilling comeback victory.

Coming into the contest on the back of one win in their last 10 <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/liverpool-masterclass-leaves-manchester-city-in-tatters-261238">Premier League</a> away games, either side of the summer, Manchester were immediately on the back foot and had goalkeeper David de Gea to thank for keeping them in the match early on.

They could not hold out for long, though, and John Fleck bundled home the opener in the 19th minute after De Gea had denied John Lundstram.

The home side did not relent, creating plenty more openings and pressing their opponents at every opportunity. Seven minutes after the interval they went 2-0 up, with Lys Mousset drilling home his fourth goal of the season.

United looked dead and buried as they struggled to get back into the contest after the break but 19-year-old Brandon Williams's first senior goal 18 minutes from time sparked them into life.

Another academy graduate, Mason Greenwood, came off the bench to level things up five minutes later, before Marcus Rashford completed the turnaround in the 79th minute with a fierce strike, earning United a possible win reminiscent of the Alex Ferguson years.

However, substitute McBurnie denied the visitors in stoppage time to add a further twist to the breathless encounter, squeezing a strike past De Gea, with the goal awarded after a lengthy <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/english-premier-league-promises-to-improve-and-speed-up-var-use-262258">VAR review</a>.

Oli McBurnie's stoppage-time equaliser earned Sheffield United a 3-3 draw against Manchester United at Bramall Lane in the Premier League on Sunday after the visitors had been on the verge of a thrilling comeback victory.

Oli McBurnie's stoppage-time equaliser earned Sheffield United a 3-3 draw against Manchester United at Bramall Lane in the Premier League on Sunday after the visitors had been on the verge of a thrilling comeback victory. Coming into the contest on the back of one win in their last 10 Premier League away games, either side of the summer, Manchester were immediately on the back foot and had goalkeeper David de Gea to thank for keeping them in the match early on. They could not hold out for long, though, and John Fleck bundled home the opener in the 19th minute after De Gea had denied John Lundstram. The home side did not relent, creating plenty more openings and pressing their opponents at every opportunity. Seven minutes after the interval they went 2-0 up, with Lys Mousset drilling home his fourth goal of the season. United looked dead and buried as they struggled to get back into the contest after the break but 19-year-old Brandon Williams's first senior goal 18 minutes from time sparked them into life. Another academy graduate, Mason Greenwood, came off the bench to level things up five minutes later, before Marcus Rashford completed the turnaround in the 79th minute with a fierce strike, earning United a possible win reminiscent of the Alex Ferguson years. However, substitute McBurnie denied the visitors in stoppage time to add a further twist to the breathless encounter, squeezing a strike past De Gea, with the goal awarded after a lengthy VAR review.

English Premier League: Manchester United denied comeback win by late McBurnie equaliser

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/tesla-suffer-mishap-during-launch-of-electric-cybertruck-263848">Tesla Inc</a> Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk<a> </a>indicated in a tweet on Sunday that the electric carmaker received 200,000 orders for its electric pickup truck within three days of its launch.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/tesla-cybertruck-orders-near-150000-just-days-after-chaotic-lau">Musk</a>, who has been regularly tweeting about the Cybertruck's features since its launch late Thursday, has also been updating his followers with the number of orders the company has received.

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The launch of its futuristic pickup on Thursday suffered a setback when the electric vehicle's "armored glass" windows shattered in a much-anticipated unveiling. The overall look of the electric vehicle had worried Wall Street on Friday, driving the automaker's shares to close 6.1 per cent&nbsp;lower.

During the launch, Musk had taken aim at the design, power, and durability of mainstream trucks, only to be shaken when he boasts about his new vehicle's windows backfired.

Separately, Musk said the Cybertruck is Tesla's last product unveil for a while.

Tesla plans to start manufacturing the Cybertruck around late-2021.

Tesla Inc Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk indicated in a tweet on Sunday that the electric carmaker received 200,000 orders for its electric pickup truck within three days of its launch.

Tesla Inc Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk indicated in a tweet on Sunday that the electric carmaker received 200,000 orders for its electric pickup truck within three days of its launch. Musk, who has been regularly tweeting about the Cybertruck's features since its launch late Thursday, has also been updating his followers with the number of orders the company has received. 200k — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 25, 2019 × In an earlier tweet, Musk said the company had received 146,000 orders for Cybertruck and tweeted again on Sunday saying "200K" - an apparent reference to the number of orders. Watch Video: The company's website shows that an immediate payment of $100 is required to reserve an order for the Cybertruck, which has a starting price of $39,900. Cybertruck is our last product unveil for a while, but there will be some (mostly) unexpected technology announcements next year — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 24, 2019 × The launch of its futuristic pickup on Thursday suffered a setback when the electric vehicle's "armored glass" windows shattered in a much-anticipated unveiling. The overall look of the electric vehicle had worried Wall Street on Friday, driving the automaker's shares to close 6.1 per cent lower. During the launch, Musk had taken aim at the design, power, and durability of mainstream trucks, only to be shaken when he boasts about his new vehicle's windows backfired. Separately, Musk said the Cybertruck is Tesla's last product unveil for a while. Tesla plans to start manufacturing the Cybertruck around late-2021.

Musk indicates Tesla has 200,000 orders for Cybertruck

Rafael Nadal admitted he gave everything he had left to lead Spain to their <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rafael-nadal-delivers-glory-for-spain-as-davis-cup-starts-new-era-264332">sixth Davis Cup success</a> on Sunday after they beat Canada in the final in Madrid.

Nadal's 6-3, 7-6 (9/7) victory over Shapovalov confirmed another triumph for Spain after Roberto Bautista Agut had earlier seen off Felix Auger-Aliassime 7-6 (7/3), 6-3.

All five of Spain's squad played a part over the course of the week but <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/davis-cup-rafael-nadal-sparks-spanish-comeback-levels-group-b-tie-263277">Nadal's colossal effort</a> in front of the home fans at the Caja Magica proved the difference.

The 33-year-old won eight out of eight rubbers, including two in the singles and doubles in a pulsating win over Britain on Saturday and then the decisive match that clinched the title against Shapovalov.

"I played one of the toughest possible opponents at the end of a long and difficult week, physically too because I put into this whole event all the energy that I had inside me," said Nadal.

"Honestly it's the perfect end to the season for all of us. We know how difficult it is to win this and how difficult it will be to win it again. We knew we had to convert this opportunity."

Feliciano Lopez, who played alongside Nadal during Spain's doubles win against Britain's Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski on Saturday, said Nadal had been a "super-hero".

"There are things you can't describe with words," said Lopez. "The things he produced in doubles yesterday and then today against Shapovalov are things only Rafa can do.

"If you ask me for my opinion, I will tell you he is a super-hero. He can do things none of us can do. He is a great person and an extraordinary tennis player."

At the end of his win, Nadal hoisted up Bautista Agut, who had returned to the team after withdrawing on Thursday due to the death of his father Joaquin.

"It was very difficult," Bautista Agut said. "I took the decision to go home on Thursday morning and I was back yesterday (Saturday) afternoon to support the team.

"I had the opportunity to play today (Sunday) because all the team and all the players and the rest of the team have made an unbelievable effort since the first day. It was an amazing feeling on the court."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tennis-hurting-hewitt-pans-davis-cup-scheduling-after-australia-eliminated-263860">Canada</a> were playing in their first-ever final in the 119-year-old competition and with Shapovalov and Auger-Aliassime, aged 20 and 19 respectively, their Davis Cup prospects look strong.

"Tennis is really hot right now in Canada," said Canada's team captain Frank Dancevic. "It's really wonderful to see this young generation is playing so well. We have a really bright future ahead of us."

"The Canadian team are amazing," added Nadal. "Probably they are going to be one of those teams that will be almost unbeatable in the next couple of years."

Rafael Nadal admitted he gave everything he had left to lead Spain to their sixth Davis Cup success on Sunday after they beat Canada in the final in Madrid. Nadal's 6-3, 7-6 (9/7) victory over Shapovalov confirmed another triumph for Spain after Roberto Bautista Agut had earlier seen off Felix Auger-Aliassime 7-6 (7/3), 6-3.

Rafael Nadal admitted he gave everything he had left to lead Spain to their sixth Davis Cup success on Sunday after they beat Canada in the final in Madrid. Nadal's 6-3, 7-6 (9/7) victory over Shapovalov confirmed another triumph for Spain after Roberto Bautista Agut had earlier seen off Felix Auger-Aliassime 7-6 (7/3), 6-3. All five of Spain's squad played a part over the course of the week but Nadal's colossal effort in front of the home fans at the Caja Magica proved the difference. The 33-year-old won eight out of eight rubbers, including two in the singles and doubles in a pulsating win over Britain on Saturday and then the decisive match that clinched the title against Shapovalov. "I played one of the toughest possible opponents at the end of a long and difficult week, physically too because I put into this whole event all the energy that I had inside me," said Nadal. "Honestly it's the perfect end to the season for all of us. We know how difficult it is to win this and how difficult it will be to win it again. We knew we had to convert this opportunity." Feliciano Lopez, who played alongside Nadal during Spain's doubles win against Britain's Jamie Murray and Neal Skupski on Saturday, said Nadal had been a "super-hero". "There are things you can't describe with words," said Lopez. "The things he produced in doubles yesterday and then today against Shapovalov are things only Rafa can do. "If you ask me for my opinion, I will tell you he is a super-hero. He can do things none of us can do. He is a great person and an extraordinary tennis player." At the end of his win, Nadal hoisted up Bautista Agut, who had returned to the team after withdrawing on Thursday due to the death of his father Joaquin. "It was very difficult," Bautista Agut said. "I took the decision to go home on Thursday morning and I was back yesterday (Saturday) afternoon to support the team. "I had the opportunity to play today (Sunday) because all the team and all the players and the rest of the team have made an unbelievable effort since the first day. It was an amazing feeling on the court." Canada were playing in their first-ever final in the 119-year-old competition and with Shapovalov and Auger-Aliassime, aged 20 and 19 respectively, their Davis Cup prospects look strong. "Tennis is really hot right now in Canada," said Canada's team captain Frank Dancevic. "It's really wonderful to see this young generation is playing so well. We have a really bright future ahead of us." "The Canadian team are amazing," added Nadal. "Probably they are going to be one of those teams that will be almost unbeatable in the next couple of years."

I had nothing left to give, says Rafael Nadal after Spain win Davis Cup

China on Friday urged the US to "cease provocative, risky conduct, to prevent unforeseen incidents" after <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-warship-sails-near-disputed-south-china-sea-islands-official-168574">two US naval warships</a> sailed in the South China Sea.

USS Gabrielle Giffords warship had sailed near the Mischief Reef in the Spratly Islands on Wednesday followed by the USS Wayne E. Meyer destroyer which passed the Paracel Islands on Thursday.

"Recently, the US has used the pretext of 'freedom of navigation' to frequently send warships to the South China Sea area to cause trouble," China said in a statement, adding, "we urge the US to cease this kind of provocative, risky conduct, to prevent unforeseen incidents."

US warships regularly sail in the South China Sea citing 'freedom of navigation' which is also claimed by Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia, Brunei and Taiwan.

In August, in a similar incident, the destroyer Wayne E. Meyer had entered within 12 nautical miles of Fiery Cross and Mischief Reefs in the South China Sea angering China. After the operation, the US said it was done to "to challenge excessive maritime claims and preserve access to the waterways as governed by international law."

US warship again entered the busy waterways in May as destroyer Preble sailed across the disputed area.

The US military has a long-standing position that its operations are carried out throughout the world, including areas claimed by allies, and they are separate from political considerations.

China and the United States have repeatedly traded barbs in the past over what Washington says is Beijing's militarization of the South China Sea by building military installations on artificial islands and reefs.

China's naval chief referring to the US had said earlier that freedom of navigation should not be used to infringe upon the rights of other nations.

China on Friday urged the US to "cease provocative, risky conduct, to prevent unforeseen incidents" after two US naval warships sailed in the South China Sea. USS Gabrielle Giffords warship had sailed near the Mischief Reef in the Spratly Islands on Wednesday followed by the USS Wayne E.

China on Friday urged the US to "cease provocative, risky conduct, to prevent unforeseen incidents" after two US naval warships sailed in the South China Sea. USS Gabrielle Giffords warship had sailed near the Mischief Reef in the Spratly Islands on Wednesday followed by the USS Wayne E. Meyer destroyer which passed the Paracel Islands on Thursday. "Recently, the US has used the pretext of 'freedom of navigation' to frequently send warships to the South China Sea area to cause trouble," China said in a statement, adding, "we urge the US to cease this kind of provocative, risky conduct, to prevent unforeseen incidents." US warships regularly sail in the South China Sea citing 'freedom of navigation' which is also claimed by Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia, Brunei and Taiwan. In August, in a similar incident, the destroyer Wayne E. Meyer had entered within 12 nautical miles of Fiery Cross and Mischief Reefs in the South China Sea angering China. After the operation, the US said it was done to "to challenge excessive maritime claims and preserve access to the waterways as governed by international law." US warship again entered the busy waterways in May as destroyer Preble sailed across the disputed area. The US military has a long-standing position that its operations are carried out throughout the world, including areas claimed by allies, and they are separate from political considerations. China and the United States have repeatedly traded barbs in the past over what Washington says is Beijing's militarization of the South China Sea by building military installations on artificial islands and reefs. China's naval chief referring to the US had said earlier that freedom of navigation should not be used to infringe upon the rights of other nations.

Urge US to cease provocative conduct in South China Sea: China

The Trump administration said on Thursday that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-army-to-raise-another-division-to-protect-cpec-projects-chinese-nationals-219864">China-Pakistan Economic Corridor</a>(CPEC) "is going to take a growing toll on the Pakistan economy, especially when the bulk of payments start to come due in the next four to six years."

Alice Wells, US acting assistant secretary of state for South Asia speaking at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, said:"CPEC relies primarily on Chinese workers and supplies, even amid rising unemployment in Pakistan," adding, "Even if loan payments are deferred, they are going to continue to hang over Pakistan's economic development potential, hamstringing Prime Minister (Imran) Khan's reform agenda."

The CPEC, which connects Gwadar Port in Balochistan with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/cpec-project-for-pakistans-elites-lack-local-leadership-says-the-researcher-240853">China's Xinjiang province</a>, is the flagship project of Chinese President Xi Jinping's ambitious Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).

"It's clear, or it needs to be clear, that CPEC is not about aid," Wells said.

In early November, Pakistan had sought a $9 billion loan from China to finance road and infrastructure projects related to the CPEC project. Pakistan and China jointly opened the 392 km Multan-Sukkur Motorway with funding from China.

Pakistan Opposition had earlier called the setting up of the CPEC authority through an ordinance an "illegal" &nbsp;in violation of recommendations of the parliamentary committee concerned.

The Pakistani President had promulgated an ordinance for the establishment of the &nbsp;China-Pakistan Economic Corridor Authority(CPECA) to ensure the timely completion of the projects.

A US-based market analyst had earlier said that the CPEC is aimed as a "resource extraction exercise" rather than a job creation and development project while pointing out that there is a growing imbalance in trade between Pakistan and China.&nbsp;

During a meeting with Chinese officials in Islamabad, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan had said that "Pakistan attaches great importance to the CPEC projects" while asserting that he was greatly satisfied with the "all-weather and time-tested Pak-China friendship transforming into a robust economic partnership". 
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The Trump administration said on Thursday that China-Pakistan Economic Corridor(CPEC) "is going to take a growing toll on the Pakistan economy, especially when the bulk of payments start to come due in the next four to six years.

The Trump administration said on Thursday that China-Pakistan Economic Corridor(CPEC) "is going to take a growing toll on the Pakistan economy, especially when the bulk of payments start to come due in the next four to six years." Alice Wells, US acting assistant secretary of state for South Asia speaking at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, said:"CPEC relies primarily on Chinese workers and supplies, even amid rising unemployment in Pakistan," adding, "Even if loan payments are deferred, they are going to continue to hang over Pakistan's economic development potential, hamstringing Prime Minister (Imran) Khan's reform agenda." The CPEC, which connects Gwadar Port in Balochistan with China's Xinjiang province, is the flagship project of Chinese President Xi Jinping's ambitious Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). "It's clear, or it needs to be clear, that CPEC is not about aid," Wells said. In early November, Pakistan had sought a $9 billion loan from China to finance road and infrastructure projects related to the CPEC project. Pakistan and China jointly opened the 392 km Multan-Sukkur Motorway with funding from China. Pakistan Opposition had earlier called the setting up of the CPEC authority through an ordinance an "illegal" in violation of recommendations of the parliamentary committee concerned. The Pakistani President had promulgated an ordinance for the establishment of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor Authority(CPECA) to ensure the timely completion of the projects. A US-based market analyst had earlier said that the CPEC is aimed as a "resource extraction exercise" rather than a job creation and development project while pointing out that there is a growing imbalance in trade between Pakistan and China. During a meeting with Chinese officials in Islamabad, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan had said that "Pakistan attaches great importance to the CPEC projects" while asserting that he was greatly satisfied with the "all-weather and time-tested Pak-China friendship transforming into a robust economic partnership".

Pak-China CPEC project will hamstring PM Imran Khan's reform agenda: US

Bangladesh won the toss and chose to bat first in the second Test which will be the first day/night encounter of the larger format to be played in India.

The match billed as the "pink-ball Test" since it will be played with a pink ball is being watched by <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pink-ball-test-bangladesh-pm-sheikh-hasina-arrives-in-kolkata-263808">Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina</a> and West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee with Kolkata decked in pink ahead of the match.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/kolkata-turns-pink-for-historic-india-bangladesh-test-match-263812">Also See:&nbsp;Kolkata turns pink for historic India-Bangladesh Test match</a>

The Bangladesh prime minister was introduced to both teams at the Eden Gardens in the presence of the West Bengal chief minister and cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar.

Bangladesh elected to bat first due to the dryness of the pitch. India has named an unchanged team which won the first Test in Indore by an innings and 130 runs.

Ahead of the historic Test to be played under lights, Indian captain Virat Kohli had said that it was a "one-off thing" and that it "should not become a regular scenario".

"The entertainment of Test cricket lies in the fact that the batsman is trying to survive a session and the bowler trying to get a batsman out," Kohil told reporters, adding, "it's great to create more buzz around Test cricket."

Day/night Tests first started in Australia in 2015 with eleven matches being played so far around each producing a result. England, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka and the West Indies have all played at least one day-night Test.

However, the BCCI stayed away from the new version but the new president Sourav Ganguly insisted on the format citing fan interest and declining interest in Test cricket.

The match will be played from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm(local time) (0700 to 1430 GMT).

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Virat Kohli (capt), Mayank Agarwal, Rohit Sharma, Cheteshwar Pujara, Wriddhiman Saha(keeper), Ajinkya Rahane, Ravindra Jadeja, R Ashwin, Ishant Shama, Umesh Yadav, Mohammed Shami.

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Mominul Haque (capt), Liton Das(keeper), &nbsp;Shadman Islam, Imrul Kayes, Mohammad Mithun, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah, Nayeem Hasan, Abu Jayed, Al-Amin Hossain, Ebadat Hossain

Bangladesh won the toss and chose to bat first in the second Test which will be the first day/night encounter of the larger format to be played in India. The match billed as the "pink-ball Test" since it will be played with a pink ball is being watched by Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina and West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee with Kolkata decked in pink ahead of the match.

Bangladesh won the toss and chose to bat first in the second Test which will be the first day/night encounter of the larger format to be played in India. The match billed as the "pink-ball Test" since it will be played with a pink ball is being watched by Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina and West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee with Kolkata decked in pink ahead of the match. Also See: Kolkata turns pink for historic India-Bangladesh Test match The Bangladesh prime minister was introduced to both teams at the Eden Gardens in the presence of the West Bengal chief minister and cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar. Bangladesh elected to bat first due to the dryness of the pitch. India has named an unchanged team which won the first Test in Indore by an innings and 130 runs. Ahead of the historic Test to be played under lights, Indian captain Virat Kohli had said that it was a "one-off thing" and that it "should not become a regular scenario". "The entertainment of Test cricket lies in the fact that the batsman is trying to survive a session and the bowler trying to get a batsman out," Kohil told reporters, adding, "it's great to create more buzz around Test cricket." Day/night Tests first started in Australia in 2015 with eleven matches being played so far around each producing a result. England, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka and the West Indies have all played at least one day-night Test. However, the BCCI stayed away from the new version but the new president Sourav Ganguly insisted on the format citing fan interest and declining interest in Test cricket. The match will be played from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm(local time) (0700 to 1430 GMT). Teams: India XI: Virat Kohli (capt), Mayank Agarwal, Rohit Sharma, Cheteshwar Pujara, Wriddhiman Saha(keeper), Ajinkya Rahane, Ravindra Jadeja, R Ashwin, Ishant Shama, Umesh Yadav, Mohammed Shami. Bangladesh XI: Mominul Haque (capt), Liton Das(keeper), Shadman Islam, Imrul Kayes, Mohammad Mithun, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mahmudullah, Nayeem Hasan, Abu Jayed, Al-Amin Hossain, Ebadat Hossain

Pink-ball Test: Bangladesh win toss, elect to bat first

As trade talks between China and the US continued to threaten world markets, US President said on Wednesday that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/donald-trump-says-us-is-still-talking-to-china-on-trade-263477">China wasn't "stepping up"</a> to the level he wanted.

"I can tell you this. China would much rather make a trade deal than I would," Trump told reporters, adding, "I don't think they're stepping up to the level that I want."

Wall Street stocks fell on Wednesday as hopes faded of phase one deal with China. On the second straight day of losses, the Dow Jones Industrial Average and broader S&amp;P 500 both fell 0.4 per cent to end the day at 27,821.09 and 3,108.37, respectively.

The Nasdaq fell 0.5 per cent, to close at 8,526.73.

Trump's comments came amid a looming deadline with the US set to add tariffs on another $160 billion in Chinese goods next month.

On Thursday, Tokyo stocks opened lower over concerns of China-US trade talks. The benchmark Nikkei 225 index was down 0.24 per cent or 55.70 points at 23,092.87 in early trade.

The US president who visited the Apple factory with CEO Tim Cook said he was considering whether to exempt Apple from tariffs on imports from China.

"The problem we have is you have Samsung. It's a great company but it's a competitor of Apple, and it's not fair if, because we have a trade deal with Korea - we made a great trade deal with South Korea - but we have to treat Apple on a somewhat similar basis as we treat Samsung," Trump said.&nbsp; 
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As trade talks between China and the US continued to threaten world markets, US President said on Wednesday that China wasn't "stepping up" to the level he wanted.

As trade talks between China and the US continued to threaten world markets, US President said on Wednesday that China wasn't "stepping up" to the level he wanted. "I can tell you this. China would much rather make a trade deal than I would," Trump told reporters, adding, "I don't think they're stepping up to the level that I want." Wall Street stocks fell on Wednesday as hopes faded of phase one deal with China. On the second straight day of losses, the Dow Jones Industrial Average and broader S&P 500 both fell 0.4 per cent to end the day at 27,821.09 and 3,108.37, respectively. The Nasdaq fell 0.5 per cent, to close at 8,526.73. Trump's comments came amid a looming deadline with the US set to add tariffs on another $160 billion in Chinese goods next month. On Thursday, Tokyo stocks opened lower over concerns of China-US trade talks. The benchmark Nikkei 225 index was down 0.24 per cent or 55.70 points at 23,092.87 in early trade. The US president who visited the Apple factory with CEO Tim Cook said he was considering whether to exempt Apple from tariffs on imports from China. "The problem we have is you have Samsung. It's a great company but it's a competitor of Apple, and it's not fair if, because we have a trade deal with Korea - we made a great trade deal with South Korea - but we have to treat Apple on a somewhat similar basis as we treat Samsung," Trump said.

China not stepping up to the level I want, says Trump on trade talks

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Kolkata's Eden Garden is getting ready to host the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/at-long-last-india-ready-to-take-day-night-test-plunge-263379">'Pink Test</a>' between India and Bangladesh to be played at the historic venue on Friday.

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It will be a maiden day-night Test for both sides which is expected to be attended by several dignitaries including Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee who are to ring the customary Eden Bell. &nbsp;

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) chief Sourav Ganguly confirmed that tickets for the first four days were sold out.

Indian captain Virat Kohli drew comparisons between the match on Friday to the 2016 T20 World Cup match against Pakistan, saying that it would be nice to play a Test in front of 80,000 spectators, giving “a big boost to all players.”

However, the Indian captain cautioned that day/night Tests should not become the only way for the long format of the game.

"In my opinion, the day/night Test should not become the only way in which the longest format of the game is played because then you are losing out on the nervousness which is created in the first session of the match. You can bring excitement to Test cricket, but you cannot make the longest format of the game adhere just to the excitement," Kohli told reporters.

India is the second Asian country ever to host the match with Pakistan having hosted the first day/night Test back in 2016 against West Indies, which the hosts won by 56 runs.

BCCI&nbsp;president <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sourav-ganguly-takes-charge-as-president-of-board-for-control-of-cricket-in-india-257654">Sourav Ganguly</a> was seen inspecting the venue pitch on Wednesday, while BCCI tweeted a 17-second clip, giving a sneak peek into the ongoing preparations.

"Kolkata gearing up for the #PinkBallTest," said the post in which the Eden Gardens could be seen lit in pink.

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Ganguly on Wednesday in a series of tweets called the Test a “big occasion” and a “historic Test match” as he applauded the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) and the BCCI for their efforts.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pink-ball-cricket-will-be-the-future-says-india-bowling-coach-bharat-arun-188561">Pink balls</a> are used for day/night encounters&nbsp;as opposed to the traditional red balls for better visibility under lights.

India had last year turned down the offer to play a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-decline-day-night-test-v-australia-135381">day/night Test against Australia</a> in Adelaide.&nbsp;

On India’s decision not to play the match, captain Virat Kohli on Thursday said that the team wanted to play with the pink ball in home conditions first.

“We have not played any first-class games with the pink ball, we wanted to experience it first in our own conditions. It cannot be a sudden thing, you need to prepare. It needed a bit of preparation, once you get the hang of it, then you can play the pink-ball Test," Kohli said.

A total of 11 day-night Tests have been played till date with Australia leading the score charts winning all 5 Tests.&nbsp; Australia had won the first-ever day/night against New Zealand at Adelaide by 3 wickets in 2015.

(With inputs from ANI)

By Mallika Singh Kolkata's Eden Garden is getting ready to host the 'Pink Test' between India and Bangladesh to be played at the historic venue on Friday. The city never lets down sport .

By Mallika Singh Kolkata's Eden Garden is getting ready to host the 'Pink Test' between India and Bangladesh to be played at the historic venue on Friday. The city never lets down sport .. pink test a big occasion @bcci@cab.. the Sahid minar goes pink pic.twitter.com/SNqnbjSrAa — Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) November 20, 2019 × It will be a maiden day-night Test for both sides which is expected to be attended by several dignitaries including Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee who are to ring the customary Eden Bell. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) chief Sourav Ganguly confirmed that tickets for the first four days were sold out. Indian captain Virat Kohli drew comparisons between the match on Friday to the 2016 T20 World Cup match against Pakistan, saying that it would be nice to play a Test in front of 80,000 spectators, giving “a big boost to all players.” However, the Indian captain cautioned that day/night Tests should not become the only way for the long format of the game. "In my opinion, the day/night Test should not become the only way in which the longest format of the game is played because then you are losing out on the nervousness which is created in the first session of the match. You can bring excitement to Test cricket, but you cannot make the longest format of the game adhere just to the excitement," Kohli told reporters. India is the second Asian country ever to host the match with Pakistan having hosted the first day/night Test back in 2016 against West Indies, which the hosts won by 56 runs. BCCI president Sourav Ganguly was seen inspecting the venue pitch on Wednesday, while BCCI tweeted a 17-second clip, giving a sneak peek into the ongoing preparations. "Kolkata gearing up for the #PinkBallTest," said the post in which the Eden Gardens could be seen lit in pink. Kolkata gearing up for the #PinkBallTest 😊😊#TeamIndia #INDvBAN pic.twitter.com/16p66AvHTn — BCCI (@BCCI) November 20, 2019 × Ganguly on Wednesday in a series of tweets called the Test a “big occasion” and a “historic Test match” as he applauded the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) and the BCCI for their efforts. Pink balls are used for day/night encounters as opposed to the traditional red balls for better visibility under lights. India had last year turned down the offer to play a day/night Test against Australia in Adelaide. On India’s decision not to play the match, captain Virat Kohli on Thursday said that the team wanted to play with the pink ball in home conditions first. “We have not played any first-class games with the pink ball, we wanted to experience it first in our own conditions. It cannot be a sudden thing, you need to prepare. It needed a bit of preparation, once you get the hang of it, then you can play the pink-ball Test," Kohli said. A total of 11 day-night Tests have been played till date with Australia leading the score charts winning all 5 Tests. Australia had won the first-ever day/night against New Zealand at Adelaide by 3 wickets in 2015. (With inputs from ANI)

Second Test: India, Bangladesh set to play first day/night Test at Eden tomorrow

After Syria's state news agency reported the country's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rockets-fired-from-syria-intercepted-israel-army-263080">air defences destroyed missiles</a> fired from Israel, the Israeli army confirmed it&nbsp;was aimed at Syrian and Iranian "terror targets" near Damascus on Wednesday morning.

"We just carried out wide-scale strikes of Iranian Quds Force &amp; Syrian Armed Forces targets in Syria in response to the rockets fired at Israel by an Iranian force in Syria last night," the Israel Defense Forces tweeted.

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"During our strike of Iranian &amp; Syrian terror targets, a Syrian air defence missile was fired despite clear warnings to refrain from such fire. As a result, a number of Syrian aerial defence batteries were destroyed," it said in its tweet, adding, "We hold the Syrian regime responsible for the actions that take place in Syrian territory and warn them against allowing further attacks against Israel."

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"We will continue operating firmly and for as long as necessary against the Iranian entrenchment in Syria," Israel's Army added.

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Israel's military had said on Tuesday&nbsp;its missile defence system had shot down four rockets fired from Syria.

"Four launches were identified from Syria towards Israeli territory which were intercepted by the Israeli air defence systems," the army had said. "No hits on Israeli communities were identified."

The Israeli strikes come as tensions have increased after in Gaza after the Israeli defence force killed an &nbsp;Islamic Jihad leader a fortnight ago. The Islamic Jihad fired several hundred rockets at Israel as Netayanhu's government retaliated with airstrikes and missiles aimed at Gaza militants.

After Syria's state news agency reported the country's air defences destroyed missiles fired from Israel, the Israeli army confirmed it was aimed at Syrian and Iranian "terror targets" near Damascus on Wednesday morning.

After Syria's state news agency reported the country's air defences destroyed missiles fired from Israel, the Israeli army confirmed it was aimed at Syrian and Iranian "terror targets" near Damascus on Wednesday morning. "We just carried out wide-scale strikes of Iranian Quds Force & Syrian Armed Forces targets in Syria in response to the rockets fired at Israel by an Iranian force in Syria last night," the Israel Defense Forces tweeted. #BREAKING: We just carried out wide-scale strikes of Iranian Quds Force & Syrian Armed Forces targets in Syria in response to the rockets fired at Israel by an Iranian force in Syria last night. — Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) November 20, 2019 × "During our strike of Iranian & Syrian terror targets, a Syrian air defence missile was fired despite clear warnings to refrain from such fire. As a result, a number of Syrian aerial defence batteries were destroyed," it said in its tweet, adding, "We hold the Syrian regime responsible for the actions that take place in Syrian territory and warn them against allowing further attacks against Israel." During our strike of Iranian & Syrian terror targets, a Syrian air defense missile was fired despite clear warnings to refrain from such fire. As a result, a number of Syrian aerial defense batteries were destroyed. — Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) November 20, 2019 × "We will continue operating firmly and for as long as necessary against the Iranian entrenchment in Syria," Israel's Army added. We hold the Syrian regime responsible for the actions that take place in Syrian territory and warn them against allowing further attacks against Israel. We will continue operating firmly and for as long as necessary against the Iranian entrenchment in Syria. — Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) November 20, 2019 × Israel's military had said on Tuesday its missile defence system had shot down four rockets fired from Syria. "Four launches were identified from Syria towards Israeli territory which were intercepted by the Israeli air defence systems," the army had said. "No hits on Israeli communities were identified." The Israeli strikes come as tensions have increased after in Gaza after the Israeli defence force killed an Islamic Jihad leader a fortnight ago. The Islamic Jihad fired several hundred rockets at Israel as Netayanhu's government retaliated with airstrikes and missiles aimed at Gaza militants.

We carried out strikes on Iran's Quds Force, Syrian targets: Israel army

Canada became the first nation to reach the quarter-finals of the revamped <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/no-guarantees-for-andy-murray-at-davis-cup-smith-263084">Davis Cup</a> on Tuesday after beating the United States for the first time at the 16th attempt.

For the second day in a row, 150th-ranked Vasek Pospisil gave them the perfect start before 20-year-old Denis Shapovalov finished the job to make it two wins from two in Group F.

Pospisil, who upset the rankings to beat Italy's Fabio Fognini in their opening tie, edged out towering American youngster Reilly Opelka 7-6(5) 7-6(7) to the delight of a vocal Canadian contingent in the stands.

"Canada is really in the best place it's been in tennis history," Pospisil told reporters.

"We have incredible young talents in Denis, Felix (Auger Aliassime), Bianca (Andreescu), and then some older guys... myself now and Milos (Raonic). It's just currently right now we're on a run and we have tons of great players."

Shapovalov, who reached the Paris Masters final this month and has risen to 15th in the rankings, then beat Taylor Fritz 7-6 6-3 to seal the win.

The doubles rubber was conceded by the Canadians as three of their players were declared unfit to play, an ITF spokesman said, so the final result was 2-1 to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tennis-raonic-withdraws-from-canadas-davis-cup-team-261552">Canada</a>, the same scoreline by which they beat Italy by Monday.

"USA will get one match win and a 6-0 6-0 scoreline in terms of sets and games won. If Italy defeats US, it will have no impact at all," the ITF said in a statement.

Canada captain Frank Dancevic said they conceded the doubles to avoid risk of injury.

"We had a very, very tough two days," he said. "The guys put their hearts on the line out on the court and ... they had some injuries that we didn't want to risk going into the doubles today.

"There was a risk to get hurt going into the practices tomorrow and later on in the week. So it's best to pull out."

The 18 nations taking part at La Caja Magica are split into six groups with the group winners and two best runners-up moving through to the quarter-finals on Thursday and Friday.

Tuesday's clash was the first between the north American neighbours since 1965. Canada had lost the last four meetings, all played under the old five-rubber system, 5-0.

The United States have won a record 32 Davis Cups but none since 2007.

Canada became the first nation to reach the quarter-finals of the revamped Davis Cup on Tuesday after beating the United States for the first time at the 16th attempt.

Canada became the first nation to reach the quarter-finals of the revamped Davis Cup on Tuesday after beating the United States for the first time at the 16th attempt. For the second day in a row, 150th-ranked Vasek Pospisil gave them the perfect start before 20-year-old Denis Shapovalov finished the job to make it two wins from two in Group F. Pospisil, who upset the rankings to beat Italy's Fabio Fognini in their opening tie, edged out towering American youngster Reilly Opelka 7-6(5) 7-6(7) to the delight of a vocal Canadian contingent in the stands. "Canada is really in the best place it's been in tennis history," Pospisil told reporters. "We have incredible young talents in Denis, Felix (Auger Aliassime), Bianca (Andreescu), and then some older guys... myself now and Milos (Raonic). It's just currently right now we're on a run and we have tons of great players." Shapovalov, who reached the Paris Masters final this month and has risen to 15th in the rankings, then beat Taylor Fritz 7-6 6-3 to seal the win. The doubles rubber was conceded by the Canadians as three of their players were declared unfit to play, an ITF spokesman said, so the final result was 2-1 to Canada, the same scoreline by which they beat Italy by Monday. "USA will get one match win and a 6-0 6-0 scoreline in terms of sets and games won. If Italy defeats US, it will have no impact at all," the ITF said in a statement. Canada captain Frank Dancevic said they conceded the doubles to avoid risk of injury. "We had a very, very tough two days," he said. "The guys put their hearts on the line out on the court and ... they had some injuries that we didn't want to risk going into the doubles today. "There was a risk to get hurt going into the practices tomorrow and later on in the week. So it's best to pull out." The 18 nations taking part at La Caja Magica are split into six groups with the group winners and two best runners-up moving through to the quarter-finals on Thursday and Friday. Tuesday's clash was the first between the north American neighbours since 1965. Canada had lost the last four meetings, all played under the old five-rubber system, 5-0. The United States have won a record 32 Davis Cups but none since 2007.

In 16th attempt, Canada finally beat US to reach Davis Cup last eight

At least three people were killed and several wounded as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/coca-farmers-march-police-fire-tear-gas-in-worsening-bolivia-unrest-263166">protesters clashed with</a> security forces in La Paz as the Bolivian military lifted the blockade of fuel supplies.

The protests which have gathered strength after ex-president Morales left for <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bolivian-farmers-protest-against-interim-president-at-site-of-killings-263033">exile to Mexico</a> last week amid vote-rigging allegation in a controversial election last month has led to renewed fighting between Morales supporters and police.

On Tuesday, troops and police lifted the blockade on a fuel plant in El Alto, operated by state-run YPFB even as Morales supporters demanded his return. The authorities deployed armoured vehicles and helicopters in a bid to break the blockade which has severely hit Bolivia's economy.

Bolivia has been hit by food and fuel shortages amid the protests as the government led by interim president Jeanine Anez, 52, has insisted that free and fair election would be held shortly. However, Anez hasn't announced the date of the elections.

Morales supporters have been demanding interim President Jeanine Anez's resignation and the return of their leader.

The death toll as a result of the clashes on Tuesday climbed to 27 since the elections on October 20. Last&nbsp;Friday, nine people were killed as police clashed with protesters in the central city of Cochabamba, a coca-growing highland. On Monday, in renewed clashes again near Cochabamba police fired tear gas at Morales supporters.

Carlos Mesa an influential politician who came second in the presidential polls in October urged Anez to hold elections as soon as possible along with other ministers who want the polls since Morales' Movement to Socialism party (MAS) has a majority in the Congress.

At least three people were killed and several wounded as protesters clashed with security forces in La Paz as the Bolivian military lifted the blockade of fuel supplies.

At least three people were killed and several wounded as protesters clashed with security forces in La Paz as the Bolivian military lifted the blockade of fuel supplies. The protests which have gathered strength after ex-president Morales left for exile to Mexico last week amid vote-rigging allegation in a controversial election last month has led to renewed fighting between Morales supporters and police. On Tuesday, troops and police lifted the blockade on a fuel plant in El Alto, operated by state-run YPFB even as Morales supporters demanded his return. The authorities deployed armoured vehicles and helicopters in a bid to break the blockade which has severely hit Bolivia's economy. Bolivia has been hit by food and fuel shortages amid the protests as the government led by interim president Jeanine Anez, 52, has insisted that free and fair election would be held shortly. However, Anez hasn't announced the date of the elections. Morales supporters have been demanding interim President Jeanine Anez's resignation and the return of their leader. The death toll as a result of the clashes on Tuesday climbed to 27 since the elections on October 20. Last Friday, nine people were killed as police clashed with protesters in the central city of Cochabamba, a coca-growing highland. On Monday, in renewed clashes again near Cochabamba police fired tear gas at Morales supporters. Carlos Mesa an influential politician who came second in the presidential polls in October urged Anez to hold elections as soon as possible along with other ministers who want the polls since Morales' Movement to Socialism party (MAS) has a majority in the Congress.

At least 3 dead in Bolivia as protesters clash with security forces amid food, fuel crisis

Israeli Army said today that its defence system had intercepted four&nbsp;rockets fired from Syria&nbsp;on Tuesday morning.

"Four launches were identified from Syria towards <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-policy-shift-united-states-backs-israeli-settlements-on-west-bank-263029">Israeli territory</a> which was intercepted by the Israeli air defence systems," the army said, adding, "no hits on Israeli communities were identified."&nbsp;

Even as the Israeli Army announced the missile interception, Syrian state media SANA news agency reported explosions in Syria near Damascus airport.

A ceasefire has been underway since last Thursday between the Islamic Jihad and Israel after a wave of tit-of-tat airstrikes and rocket fire between Israel and Islamic Jihad. The Israeli Army had said last week that 450 rockets were fired at its territory during the fighting in which at least 34 Palestinians were killed. No Israeli casualty was reported.

Israeli military spokesman Jonathan Conricus told reporters that the army had "wanted to keep Hamas out of the fighting".

"Throughout the operation, we, of course, distinguished between Hamas and Islamic Jihad, and all of our operations were measured, proportionate and focused only on military assets belonging to Islamic jihad," he said.

However, on Saturday the military said it "holds the Hamas terror organisation responsible for events transpiring in the Gaza Strip and emanating from it".

"Hamas will bear the consequences for actions against Israeli civilians," it added.

Israeli Army said today that its defence system had intercepted four rockets fired from Syria on Tuesday morning. "Four launches were identified from Syria towards Israeli territory which was intercepted by the Israeli air defence systems," the army said, adding, "no hits on Israeli communities were identified.

Israeli Army said today that its defence system had intercepted four rockets fired from Syria on Tuesday morning. "Four launches were identified from Syria towards Israeli territory which was intercepted by the Israeli air defence systems," the army said, adding, "no hits on Israeli communities were identified." Even as the Israeli Army announced the missile interception, Syrian state media SANA news agency reported explosions in Syria near Damascus airport. A ceasefire has been underway since last Thursday between the Islamic Jihad and Israel after a wave of tit-of-tat airstrikes and rocket fire between Israel and Islamic Jihad. The Israeli Army had said last week that 450 rockets were fired at its territory during the fighting in which at least 34 Palestinians were killed. No Israeli casualty was reported. Israeli military spokesman Jonathan Conricus told reporters that the army had "wanted to keep Hamas out of the fighting". "Throughout the operation, we, of course, distinguished between Hamas and Islamic Jihad, and all of our operations were measured, proportionate and focused only on military assets belonging to Islamic jihad," he said. However, on Saturday the military said it "holds the Hamas terror organisation responsible for events transpiring in the Gaza Strip and emanating from it". "Hamas will bear the consequences for actions against Israeli civilians," it added.

Rockets fired from Syria intercepted: Israel Army

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