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Cliff Notes – Shubman Gill: A big honour for me to lead such legends Shubman Gill, at 26, embraces his role as captain for India in ODIs, stepping into the shoes of cricket legends Kohli and Rohit. He expresses a strong desire to learn from his experienced teammates, maintaining a collaborative relationship with them despite leadership changes. Shubman Gill: A big honour for me to lead such legends As Shubman Gill fronted the press pack in Perth, with the picturesque Swan River behind him, several locals passing by looked on curiously as if they could not quite pinpoint exactly who…

Cliff Notes – Forest-Chelsea, Bayern-Dortmund Nottingham Forest will host Chelsea, who recently secured a significant victory over Liverpool, marking a crucial match for both teams. In Germany, Bayern Munich faces Borussia Dortmund in Der Klassiker, a key fixture in the Bundesliga, promising high stakes and intense competition. European soccer updates: Forest-Chelsea, Bayern-Dortmund ESPNOct 18, 2025, 01:45 PMEmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsWe’re back from the international break and ready for another action-packed weekend across Europe!We kick things off this Saturday with Ange Postecoglou’s Nottingham Forest hosting a Chelsea side coming off a huge win over reigning Premier League champions Liverpool before the break.Later…

Cliff Notes – TV host cut off after claiming Jennifer Aniston used to be much better looking During a segment on Fox News’ The Five, Jesse Watters sparked controversy by stating that Jennifer Aniston was “much better looking” during her time on Friends, leading to an awkward interruption by co-host Harold Ford Jr. Watters initially agreed with co-host Greg Gutfeld’s assertion that people are more attractive now due to the Internet but later contradicted himself, prompting his colleagues to steer the conversation back on track. Social media users reacted strongly against Watters’ comments, defending Aniston and highlighting the inappropriateness of…

Cliff Notes Derbyshire Police responded to reports of a crocodile found in a canal, initially believing it to be a real threat. The mystery was resolved when it was revealed that the creature was actually a stuffed taxidermy item filled with hay. The incident, though alarming at first, resulted in amusement among the police’s Facebook followers. Police in Derbyshire solve mystery of crocodile found in canal | UK News . Police hunting for a crocodile in Derbyshire have said the search turned out to be “more fluff than fear”.Derbyshire Police’s rural crime team posted “the strangest appeal ever to grace…

Cliff Notes Prince Andrew has relinquished his royal titles, including the Duke of York, following discussions with King Charles and the Royal Family to reduce distractions from royal duties. He will maintain his dukedom but will not use it, retaining the status of prince as the son of Queen Elizabeth II, while relinquishing his knighthood and Garter role. Ongoing negative attention, including accusations from Virginia Giuffre and revelations of his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, contributed to the decision viewed as necessary to protect the monarchy’s reputation. Everything we know about Prince Andrew’s titles decision | UK News…

Cliff Notes – Powerplay podcast – England and India set for Super Sunday clash Amy Jones discusses her transition from middle-order batter to opener, noting that the change has been successful thus far. Ahead of the crucial match against India, Jones shares insights on the challenges of facing the hosts in the World Cup. The wicketkeeper-batter also comments on Nat Sciver-Brunt’s leadership and its impact on the team’s performance. Powerplay podcast – England and India set for Super Sunday clash England wicketkeeper-batter Amy Jones joins Firdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes on this episode of the podcast to discuss her recent…

Cliff Notes – Sam Claflin reveals he ‘went through a breakdown’ after draining Harlan Coben thriller Sam Claflin described filming the Amazon Prime series Lazarus as emotionally and physically exhausting, leading to a personal breakdown post-production. The series, based on Harlan Coben’s work, explores themes of grief and trauma, with Claflin’s character grappling with his father’s suicide and unresolved family mysteries. Claflin praised Coben’s writing, stating that the gripping narrative kept him hooked from the first episode, highlighting the show’s intense psychological elements. Sam Claflin reveals he ‘went through a breakdown’ after draining Harlan Coben thriller Whether you’re reading or…

Cliff Notes Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed optimism about securing long-range Tomahawk missiles from the US, stating that he believes Vladimir Putin is fearful of such a development. In a meeting with Donald Trump, Zelenskyy noted that while Trump did not dismiss the idea, he also did not readily agree, citing US concerns over potential escalation with Russia. The conversation highlighted Ukraine’s ongoing military needs, with Zelenskyy emphasising the importance of US pressure on Russia to end its aggression. Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes ‘Putin is afraid’ that Donald Trump could still supply Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles | World News . Volodymyr Zelenskyy has…

Max Verstappen Clinches Sprint Pole at U.S. Grand Prix Max Verstappen has secured pole position for Saturday’s sprint race at the U.S. Grand Prix, edging out Mclaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in a thrilling session at Austin, Texas. This marks a significant moment as Verstappen continues to close the gap in the championship standings. Verstappen’s Dominant Performance Verstappen clocked a late lap time that was 0.071 seconds faster than Norris, putting him in a strong position ahead of the sprint race. While Verstappen sits 63 points behind his rival Piastri, the pressure on McLaren’s drivers is palpable, especially as…

Cliff Notes – How I came to terms with being an old and outdated gamer The author reflects on the generational gap in gaming, feeling disconnected from newer titles and trends that younger colleagues discuss. Nostalgia for classic games leads to a sense of frustration when modern gamers dismiss beloved titles like Mass Effect and Warframe. The author ultimately embraces their gaming history, cherishing memories from consoles like the PlayStation while acknowledging the evolution of the gaming landscape. How I came to terms with being an old and outdated gamer – Reader’s Feature The peak of gaming? (Sony Interactive Entertainment)…