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Is too much talent a problem for Indian cricket?
Read MoreExperts say player selection will be a key factor in leading India to victory in upcoming matches.Experts say player selection will be a key factor in leading India to victory in upcoming matches.
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LA Council again struggles with fallout from racism scandal
Read MoreThe Los Angeles City Council is struggling with a still-unfolding racism scandal that left behind a dilemma about how to deal with a disgraced member who has resisted calls from President Joe Biden to step downThe Los Angeles City Council is struggling with a still-unfolding racism scandal that left behind a dilemma about how…
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Second batch of classified Biden files found – US media
Read MoreThe original cache is under review by US prosecutors, in a political embarrassment for the White House.The original cache is under review by US prosecutors, in a political embarrassment for the White House.
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Jeff Beck: British guitar legend dies aged 78
Read MoreOne of rock’s most influential guitarists, he was inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice.One of rock’s most influential guitarists, he was inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice.
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Jill Biden: US first lady undergoes surgery to remove cancerous skin lesions
Read MoreThe lesions were consistent with basal cell carcinoma, the most common form of skin cancer.The lesions were consistent with basal cell carcinoma, the most common form of skin cancer.
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More Obama-era classified documents reportedly found at location connected to Biden
Read More The report of yet more Obama-era records found at a location connected to the president came just after White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre declined to provide reporters with details regarding the discovery of other documents The report of yet more Obama-era records found at a location connected to the president came just…
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‘We’re going to respect the process’: White House won’t reveal details of documents found at DC think tank
Read More ‘I’m going to leave you to the information that the President provided to all of you … and also what my White House Counsel colleagues shared’ ‘I’m going to leave you to the information that the President provided to all of you … and also what my White House Counsel colleagues shared’
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FTX recovers $5bn but extent of losses still unknown
Read MoreThe legal team is still working to create accurate internal records; the actual customer shortfall remains unknown.The legal team is still working to create accurate internal records; the actual customer shortfall remains unknown.
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Sunbathing Miami condo residents complain of inmates at neighbouring jail shouting at them
Read More The high-rise condo is located across the street from the city’s Federal Detention Center The high-rise condo is located across the street from the city’s Federal Detention Center
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China’s authorities are quietly rounding up people who protested against COVID rules
Read More Residents held vigils to commemorate people who have died in lockdown. Several have been arrested. (Image credit: Peter Parks/AFP via Getty Images) Residents held vigils to commemorate people who have died in lockdown. Several have been arrested.
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Afghanistan: Deadly suicide bombing outside foreign ministry
Read MorePolice said at least five civilians had been killed but another Taliban official put the toll as high as 20.Police said at least five civilians had been killed but another Taliban official put the toll as high as 20.
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Uranium found at Heathrow airport
Read More It is unclear whether the package was destined for a dirty bomb or the scrap heap British counterterrorism police are investigating the arrival of a uranium-contaminated shipment at London’s Heathrow Airport. The incident sent a wave of alarm through local media. News of the interception – which took place on December 29 –…
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“It’s like gold”: Onions now cost more than meat in the Philippines
Read More It’s a problem in a country where onions are a staple for nearly every dish. (Image credit: Aaron Favila/AP) It’s a problem in a country where onions are a staple for nearly every dish.
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Top Russian general put in charge of ‘more dangerous’ Ukraine war
Read MoreMove makes General Valery Gerasimov directly accountable for the fate of the faltering Ukraine campaign.Move makes General Valery Gerasimov directly accountable for the fate of the faltering Ukraine campaign.
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Nicholas Goldberg: George Santos is trying to pull a De León. Will either of them get away with it?
Read More Deny, deflect, blame — scandal-plagued politicians are choosing to brazen it out. Voters’ short attention spans and low expectations mean they may succeed. Deny, deflect, blame — scandal-plagued politicians are choosing to brazen it out. Voters’ short attention spans and low expectations mean they may succeed.
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Storm-ravaged California scrambles as fresh atmospheric river rolls in
Read More Newest round of storms expected to produce torrential downpours and gale force winds along the northern coast California is facing a new round of brutal storms that will bring torrential downpours and gale force winds in the north as the state scrambles to clean up and repair widespread damage amid a break in…
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‘Brutal, bloody battles’: Russia’s ‘insane’ fight for Soledar
Read MoreUkraine has been crying out for more heavy armour, longer range weapons, and air defence systems to end the war.Ukraine has been crying out for more heavy armour, longer range weapons, and air defence systems to end the war.
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Why are mercenaries being used more widely in conflicts?
Read MoreConflicts in Ukraine and Africa are seeing more involvement of privately-run military groups.Conflicts in Ukraine and Africa are seeing more involvement of privately-run military groups.
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Australia news live: Ballarat mass for George Pell, Albanese to address PNG parliament
Read More St Patrick’s Cathedral will hold a mass for the late cardinal today amid concerns his death will evoke dark memories for some. Follow live Good morning and welcome to our rolling news coverage. I’m Martin Farrer and, while my colleagues will be along shortly to take you through the day, we’ll have a…
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Ukraine war: Sergei Surovikin removed as commander of Ukraine invasion force
Read MoreThe reshuffle comes as Russians claim to be making progress in eastern Ukraine after months of reverses.The reshuffle comes as Russians claim to be making progress in eastern Ukraine after months of reverses.
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‘It was horrible’: Stranded Southwest passengers still waiting to recoup costs from airline meltdown
Read More Many Southwest Airlines passengers are still waiting to be reimbursed for costs they incurred during last month’s meltdown. Many Southwest Airlines passengers are still waiting to be reimbursed for costs they incurred during last month’s meltdown.
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Michael Flatley diagnosed with ‘aggressive’ form of cancer
Read More Riverdance star has undergone surgery and is in care of doctors, according to Instagram account Michael Flatley, best known for his Riverdance show, has been diagnosed with an “aggressive” form of cancer. A post on the Irish dancer and director’s Instagram account said: “Michael Flatley has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of…
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Ronaldo ‘has no clause’ in contract to back Saudi World Cup bid
Read MoreAl Nassr, football stars new team, denies reports that Ronaldo will serve as an ambassador for Riyadh’s 2030 bid.Al Nassr, football stars new team, denies reports that Ronaldo will serve as an ambassador for Riyadh’s 2030 bid.
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China warns West on Africa
Read More Beijing wants the continent to be a stage for international cooperation, not great power rivalry Promoting Beijing’s investment in African development and modernization during his first foreign trip, China’s new foreign minister Qin Gang said on Wednesday that the continent should not become a battleground of rival world powers. Qin began his five-country…
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Republican-controlled House pushes for new abortion restrictions
Read More Bills not expected to advance in Senate but underscore Republican majority’s legislative priorities ahead of 2024 election The Republican-led House pressed ahead on Wednesday with a pair of proposals that would impose new limits on abortion, despite warning signs that the issue had galvanized the opposition and dashed their hopes of a thundering…
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Fewer people call for ambulances on service’s biggest strike so far
Read More Safety not thought to be affected despite up to 25,000 workers joining picket lines across England and Wales Fewer people called for an ambulance on the service’s biggest strike day so far, during which up to 25,000 union members join picket lines across England and Wales to express their “disappointment” and “despair” over…
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James Cleverly says Iran must halt execution of British citizen
Read More Foreign secretary warns Tehran over case of Alireza Akbari, an ex-Iranian minister accused of being MI6 spy The UK foreign secretary, James Cleverly, has urged the Iranian government not to press ahead with plans to execute a British-Iranian dual national found guilty of spying for MI6. Alireza Akbari, a former Iranian deputy defence…
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Alarm raised at decline in women’s maternity experiences in England
Read More Fewer women feel they always got the help they needed during labour and birth, according to CQC poll A health watchdog has sounded the alarm over a “concerning decline” in women’s experiences with maternity services. Fewer women feel they always got the help they needed during labour and birth, many were disappointed at…
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Greta Thunberg joining activists’ fight to save village from coal mine
Read MoreDespite initial clashes and Molotov cocktails being hurled, police say the operation to force hundreds of demonstrators out of Luetzerath is going to plan.Despite initial clashes and Molotov cocktails being hurled, police say the operation to force hundreds of demonstrators out of Luetzerath is going to plan.
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‘Nightmare’ as passengers believed they were hostages after 29-hour Amtrak delay
Read More ‘After 37 hours and a pizza delivery … the Auto Train has arrived at its destination’ ‘After 37 hours and a pizza delivery … the Auto Train has arrived at its destination’
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Security Policy is more than Defence with Weapons
Read More DUISBURG, Germany, Jan 11 (IPS) – If our societies are to become resilient and sustainable, our priorities must change towards de-escalation, including in diplomacy and economy. Read the full story, “Security Policy is more than Defence with Weapons”, on globalissues.org → DUISBURG, Germany, Jan 11 (IPS) – If our societies are to become…
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An Oil Tanker Grounded Off Yemen Faces a Potential Humanitarian Disaster
Read More UNITED NATIONS, Jan 11 (IPS) – The long-delayed salvaging of an abandoned tanker, the FSO Safer off the Yemeni coast, has been described as a humanitarian disaster waiting to happen. The rusting vessel, according to the UN, has remained anchored for more than 30 years. But off-loading and maintenance of the vessel ceased…
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Russia replaces military commander in Ukraine after just 3 months
Read MoreSergei Surovikin, the commander of Russia’s forces in Ukraine for the past three months, will become Valery Gerasimov’s deputy, the ministry said.Sergei Surovikin, the commander of Russia’s forces in Ukraine for the past three months, will become Valery Gerasimov’s deputy, the ministry said.
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At least 5 killed as suicide bomber targets Afghanistan’s Taliban regime
Read MoreOfficials and witnesses said there was a large explosion outside the Ministry of Foreign Affairs just as employees were leaving for the day.Officials and witnesses said there was a large explosion outside the Ministry of Foreign Affairs just as employees were leaving for the day.
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He grew up with an absent dad and a love of The Prince and the Pauper. Now he’s written Prince Harry’s memoir
Read More Prince Harry’s ghostwriter, JR Moehringer, is a Pulitzer Prize-winning features writer whose own memoir about his absent father was adapted into a George Clooney-directed film. Now he’s turned his hand to ferreting out the most intimate details of royal life and familial intrigue, writes Sheila Flynn Prince Harry’s ghostwriter, JR Moehringer, is a…
