Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has been excluded from the playing XI for the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Captain Pat Cummins confirmed the playing XI for the Sydney Test, announcing that all-rounder Beau Webster would make his Test debut in place of Marsh. Webster will become the 469th player to represent Australia in Test cricket. Mitchell Marsh, who struggled throughout the series, managed only 73 runs at an average of 10.42 and has been left out for the final match. Meanwhile, fast bowler Mitchell Starc will play in the New Year’s Test despite battling a rib injury.…
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Authorities in Las Vegas have launched an investigation into an explosion involving a Tesla Cybertruck outside the Trump Hotel on Wednesday morning. The blast resulted in the death of the truck’s driver and left seven people injured. Police officials are trying to link this explosion to an attack in New Orleans, where 15 people were killed. The Tesla Cybertruck, which was rented through a Colorado tour app, had arrived in Las Vegas just two hours before the explosion. In a press conference, Las Vegas Sheriff Kevin McMahill showed video footage and images of the aftermath, which included multiple gasoline cans…
The Fiji government confirmed that police are investigating incidents involving two crew members of Virgin Australia who were allegedly victims of rape and theft in Nadi in the early hours of New Year’s Day. The crew members were in the popular tourist destination on a layover before they were scheduled to fly out the following day. Fiji’s Acting Commissioner of Police, Juki Fong Chew, stated that the incidents occurred after the crew members exited a nightclub while trying to find their way back to the hotel. Virgin Australia confirmed that it was aware of the alleged incidents and has sent…
Fresh violence has erupted in Manipur’s Imphal region, leading to new waves of displacement as residents flee their homes due to security concerns. Recent militant attacks in the area reportedly involved the use of sophisticated weapons against civilians, raising alarm among the Kuki tribal community. Tribal representatives have voiced concerns over the inadequate protection of civilian populations during these incidents. Christian and other minority communities in the region have been particularly affected, with many families forced to abandon their homes due to the surge in violence. The security situation in Manipur has remained volatile since ethnic tensions erupted in the…
New Orleans Terror Attack Identifies Shamsuddin Jabbar as Attacker, Linked to Beaumont, Texas By: Raja Zahid Akhtar Khanzada Houston, Texas: The perpetrator of the deadly attack on New Orleans’ famous Bourbon Street has been identified as Shamsuddin Jabbar, a 42-year-old American citizen and resident of Houston, Texas. According to the FBI, Jabbar, a former U.S. Army soldier, carried out the attack allegedly inspired by the terrorist organization ISIS. The attack occurred on New Year’s Eve at 3:15 AM Wednesday, when Jabbar used a pickup truck to breach barricades and plow into a crowd. The incident claimed the lives of 15…
India’s southern states contribute nearly 60% of India’s total tax revenue but receive only about 35% of federal funds. Despite having a population growth rate half that of the North, the Southern states have seen their parliamentary seats reduced after each delimitation phase. A recent survey found that 70% of urban residents in the South felt underrepresented in national policymaking, leading to increasing demands for regional autonomy. Southern states feel discriminated against in government financial policies, as they contribute more to the national budget than they receive in return. An ethnic divide also exists within the Indian military, where regional…
At least 10 people were killed and more than 30 injured when a truck intentionally drove into a crowd at Canal and Bourbon Street in New Orleans’ French Quarter. Key Points: Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick stated that the incident occurred around 3:15 AM, with the driver deliberately driving into the crowd. According to Kirkpatrick, “The man was trying to run over as many people as he could.” The driver fired at police and struck two officers before crashing. The FBI has taken over the investigation. The injured have been taken to multiple hospitals across the city.
Romania and Bulgaria have officially joined the European Union’s Schengen visa zone, allowing travel to these countries with a Schengen visa. Key Points: This decision follows around 13 years of negotiations that began in 2011. As members of the Schengen zone, travelers with a Schengen visa can now visit Romania and Bulgaria without additional visa requirements. Both countries have removed their border checkpoints, allowing seamless travel across their borders with other Schengen countries. Romania and Bulgaria joined the European Union in 2008, but their inclusion in the Schengen zone faced prolonged discussions.
Tasmania’s coastline is lighting up with a stunning bioluminescent bloom, described as one of the largest seen in years. Key Points: The breathtaking phenomenon, known as “sea sparkles” or “red tide,” is caused by massive amounts of noctiluca scintillans, a pink-colored algae that emits a mesmerizing blue glow when disturbed. Experts, including Dr. Lisa-ann Gershwin, have described the current bloom in Storm Bay, southeast of Hobart, as “truly epic.” During the day, the algae appears as a pink slick, but at night, it turns the ocean into a luminous spectacle with glowing blue arcs. While the display is beautiful, experts…
Physicians for Human Rights Israel (PHRI) has urgently requested the Israeli military to disclose the whereabouts of Dr. Hussam Abu Safia, the director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in north Gaza. Key Points: Dr. Abu Safia was reportedly arrested during the storming and destruction of the hospital by Israeli forces after refusing to leave until all patients were safely evacuated. PHRI condemned the arrest, stating that it was part of a broader assault on Gaza’s healthcare system. The organization revealed that over 1,000 healthcare workers in Gaza have been killed by Israeli forces, more than 230 detained, and 130 are still…
