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Cliff Notes – Kohli and Rohit smash records in Ranchi run-fest India and South Africa combined for 681 runs in the first ODI, setting a new record for the highest aggregate in matches between the two teams, surpassing the previous record of 662 runs. Virat Kohli scored his sixth ODI century against South Africa, the most by any player, moving ahead of Sachin Tendulkar and David Warner, who each have five. Rohit Sharma hit his 352nd ODI six, becoming the all-time leader in this category, surpassing Shahid Afridi’s previous record of 351. Stats – Kohli and Rohit smash records in…

Cliff Notes – Mohamed Salah still ‘so important’ for Liverpool Arne Slot Arne Slot emphasised Mohamed Salah’s ongoing significance to Liverpool despite his benching during the win against West Ham. Salah’s omission comes amid a challenging period for both him and the team, with Liverpool having lost six of their last seven league matches. Slot defended his decision, citing tactical adjustments and the need to rotate players due to a congested fixture schedule. Mohamed Salah still ‘so important’ for Liverpool – Arne Slot Arne Slot has insisted that Mohamed Salah is still “so important” for Liverpool despite dropping the star…

TL;DR Police have pledged to pursue those responsible for a mass shooting at a children’s birthday party in Stockton, California, resulting in three children’s deaths and 21 injuries. Sheriff Patrick Withrow indicated that there were likely multiple shooters targeting specific individuals at the event, describing the attack as “not a random act.” Authorities are urging the public to provide any information on the incident, while a vigil has been held for the victims, drawing significant community support. Police vow to ‘hunt down animals’ behind mass shooting at children’s birthday party in California | US News Police have vowed to “hunt…

Title Decider: Abu Dhabi GP Awaits As Three Drivers Eye Championship Glory Lando Norris, Max Verstappen, and Oscar Piastri are poised for a dramatic title showdown at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, following Verstappen’s victory at the Qatar GP, which significantly tightened the championship race. After a potent race weekend at Lusail, where Verstappen capitalized on a controversial strategy decision from Mclaren, the drivers head into Yas Marina with everything to play for as they vie for the Formula 1 championship for the first time since 2010. Current Standings Heading to Abu Dhabi Lando Norris: 408 points Max Verstappen: 396…

TL;DR A senior officer has claimed there was a “deliberate policy” within a British special forces unit to kill fighting-aged males in Afghanistan, regardless of whether they posed a threat. The officer accused leadership of covering up potential war crimes and manipulating data to limit investigation into alleged unlawful killings. Testimonies suggest systemic ethical violations, including dismal responses to civilians killed, raising concerns about accountability within the UK’s military operations. UK special forces unit had ‘deliberate policy’ to ‘kill fighting-aged males’ in Afghanistan, inquiry told | World News There was a “deliberate policy” to “kill fighting-aged males… even when they did…

Cliff Notes – Guglielmo Vicario booing ‘unacceptable,’ not ‘true fans’ – Tottenham’s Thomas Frank Thomas Frank condemned Tottenham fans for booing goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario during a 2-1 loss to Fulham, calling the reaction “unacceptable.” The defeat marked Tottenham’s third consecutive loss, with Frank noting that conceding two early goals created a challenging situation for the team. Vicario acknowledged the boos as part of football, emphasising the need for players to remain focused despite fan reactions. Guglielmo Vicario booing ‘unacceptable,’ not ‘true fans’ – Tottenham’s Thomas Frank Under-fire Thomas Frank branded Tottenham fans “unacceptable” for booing Guglielmo Vicario during a damaging…

TL;DR The film Pillion won the top prize at the British Independent Film Awards, with Harry Lighton receiving accolades for best debut screenwriter. Other notable winners include Robert Aramayo for best lead performance in I Swear, and Posy Sterling, honoured for her breakthrough performance in Lollipop. The inaugural cinema of the year award went to The Magic Lantern Cinema, while Warp Films was recognised with a special jury prize for its contribution to British independent cinema. British Independent Film Awards winners revealed | Ents & Arts News Biker romance Pillion has picked up the top prize at the British Independent…

Cliff Notes – Arne Slot ‘relieved’ as Liverpool secure much-needed win Liverpool’s 2-0 victory over West Ham marked a crucial turnaround after losing nine of their last 12 matches, alleviating pressure on manager Arne Slot. Alexander Isak scored his first Premier League goal for Liverpool, contributing to a performance that saw the team avoid conceding an early goal for the first time in many games. Slot emphasised the importance of not falling behind early, stating that controlling the game at 0-0 allowed for a more strategic approach to securing the win. Arne Slot ‘relieved’ as Liverpool secure much-needed win Beth…

TL;DR The Your Party conference in Liverpool revealed ongoing tensions within the new left-wing movement, marked by accusations of sabotage and expulsion targeting supporters of MP Zarah Sultana. Despite aspirations of presenting a united front, infighting among various factions was evident, raising doubts about the party’s ability to challenge Labour effectively. The newly proposed leadership structure aims to empower grassroots members, but risks further division if not managed properly. Your Party: Old infighting habits die hard at new left-wing party’s acrimonious Liverpool conference | Politics News Anyone playing bingo with the left-wing lexicon would have been sure of a fully…

TL;DR Chancellor Rachel Reeves denied allegations of misleading the public regarding the fiscal situation before the budget, asserting tax rises were necessary for economic stability. The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) reported a £4.2bn surplus, contradicting claims of a financial crisis, raising questions about the chancellor’s transparency. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch accused Reeves of failing in her economic role and demanded her resignation, citing rising unemployment and misguided fiscal policies. ‘Of course I didn’t’ lie about budget forecasts, chancellor tells Sky News – as Badenoch calls for her to resign | Politics News The chancellor has insisted to Sky News…