Half-century

The educational innovations of the next half-century are being shaped right now.

McDonald's recently celebrated its 50th birthday, and the American fast food giant is planning to make its second half-century as revolutionary as its first. As it faces increased competition from other types of food outlets, the world's largest restaurant chain is stepping out in a brand new style, hoping to attract new fans with a new emphasis on healthier foods like salads. And at some McDonald's restaurants, the emphasis is decidedly high-tech… and not at all related to hamburgers.

The Dutch population has grown rapidly in the last half-century and its increase has been matched by an expansion of industry, with the result that the same period has seen the Netherlands develop from a mainly agricultural to an industrial country.

He brought up his half-century with a powerful drive past offspinner Dan Cullen, whose seven overs cost 0-52.

Selby's charge continued with a half-century in the 30th frame and a fluked red set him on the way to winning the 31st frame.