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Cliff Notes – ‘I loved that little eight-minute passage at Lord’s’ – Crawley senses another chance to rile India Zak Crawley embraced his role in the timewasting controversy at Lord’s, feeling it added competitive spirit to the match against India. Despite accusations from India’s captain Shubman Gill regarding the “spirit of the game,” Crawley dismissed the claims, stating he enjoyed the banter and competitive nature of cricket. Crawley acknowledged his recent struggles with form but expressed satisfaction with his performance, highlighting the importance of staying relaxed and focused at the crease. ‘I loved that little eight-minute passage at Lord’s’ -…

Cliff Notes Negotiations between Health Secretary Wes Streeting and the BMA have stalled, leading to a planned strike by up to 50,000 resident doctors over pay disputes. The BMA demands a 26% pay restoration, citing 17 years of underpayment, while the Health Secretary claims a nearly 29% pay increase has already been implemented. Both sides remain deeply entrenched, with accusations flying regarding patient safety and responsibility, as local trust leaders prepare to mitigate the strike’s impact on non-critical care. Labour doesn’t have the one thing striking doctors want | UK News Last week as negotiations between the health secretary and…

Cliff Notes – Amid Gaza’s forced scarcities, Palestinians fight to survive. The ongoing Israeli bombardment and rampant scarcity have left many families in Gaza, like Raed al-Athamna’s, struggling to find basic food supplies. According to international aid organisations, hunger levels have escalated dramatically, with a third of Gaza’s population going without food for several days. Access to medical care is critically hampered, compounding the humanitarian crisis as malnutrition-related deaths soar among vulnerable populations, including children. Amid Gaza’s man-made famine, Palestinians fight to survive Every day is filled with anxiety and exhaustion. The constant Israeli bombardment, lack of sleep and search…

Cliff Notes – Rachel Zegler replaced during Evita interval in last second change Rachel Zegler performed the first half of Evita before being replaced by understudy Bella Brown for the second act, with no official reason provided for the change. Audience members praised Bella Brown for her performance, noting she received six curtain calls and effectively captivated the audience during the second act. Zegler’s portrayal of Eva Perón has garnered significant attention, particularly for her unique balcony scene, which has drawn large crowds outside the theatre. Rachel Zegler didn’t perform the second half of Evita on Thursday night. Fans have…

Cliff Notes Kristin Cabot has resigned as chief people officer of Astronomer following a viral incident at a Coldplay concert where she was seen embracing Andy Byron, the company’s former CEO. Astronomer stated the recent conduct by its leaders did not meet the company’s values, leading to both Cabot’s and Byron’s resignations. The incident, initially humorous, has garnered significant attention, with interim CEO Pete DeJoy acknowledging the surreal circumstances that have made Astronomer a “household name.” Another resignation as fallout from viral Coldplay concert video deepens The woman who went viral after she was seen embracing a colleague at a…

Norris Lauds Scheffler’s Honesty on Success After Open Championship Win Formula 1 title contender Lando Norris has offered high praise to golf star Scottie Scheffler for his candid reflections on the nature of success in sports. In the lead-up to his recent triumph at the Open Championship, Scheffler expressed feelings of a lack of fulfilment despite his achievements, sparking a conversation about the pressures faced by elite athletes. Just days prior to securing the Open Championship, Scheffler described an inherent dissatisfaction with victories, stating, “This is not a fulfilling life… If I win, it’s going to be awesome for two…

Cliff Notes Strike Details: Resident doctors in England are on strike for five days, starting from 7am on 25 July, amid a dispute over pay with the BMA, potentially impacting emergency care. Patient Impact: While previous strikes led to approximately 1.5 million appointments being cancelled, hospitals are now advised to only cancel non-urgent care in “exceptional circumstances”. Public Sentiment: Support for the strikes is declining, with 52% of the UK population either opposing or strongly opposing the walkout, as per recent polling data. Doctors go on strike for five days – here’s everything you need to know | UK News…

Cliff Notes – Saudi Arabia to host 8th Global Health Exhibition in Riyadh in October Preservation and Revitalisation Projects: The Saudi Ministry of Culture has restored 27 historic buildings and rehabilitated 10 additional structures in Historic Jeddah as part of a broader strategy to preserve cultural heritage and align with Saudi Vision 2030. Cultural and Archaeological Developments: Significant archaeological findings include 1st-century wooden fragments and a 13th-century pottery shard, reinforcing Jeddah’s historical status as a maritime hub. New cultural venues, including the teamLab Borderless Jeddah museum and a Performing Arts Centre, have been launched to enhance cultural engagement. Visitor Engagement…

Cliff Notes – Mason Mount confident of role in new-look Man United team Mason Mount expresses confidence in securing a position as one of the No. 10s in Ruben Amorim’s revamped Manchester United squad, despite recent signings. Following an injury-plagued season, Mount aims to help the team recover from last year’s disappointing performance and return to European competition. Mason Mount confident of role in new-look Man United team CHICAGO — Mason Mount is backing himself to win the battle for a place as one of the No. 10s in Ruben Amorim’s team and help Manchester United get over the “hurt”…

Cliff Notes – Are gamers too entitled about video games? A recent discussion highlighted the absurdity of a gamer seeking a refund after logging 35,000 hours in a game, raising questions about entitlement in the gaming community. The expectation for lifetime support and immediate updates from publishers is compared to no other consumer product, suggesting a need for more realistic expectations from gamers. While acknowledging the frustrations with early game support cessation, the argument is made that players often receive significant value for their investment, particularly when they have extensively enjoyed a title. Games Inbox: Are gamers too entitled about…