The 2025 World Series is underway with the Los Angeles Dodgers facing the Toronto Blue Jays. Shohei Ohtani powered the Dodgers in Game 1, while Vladimir Guerrero Jr. aims to lead the Blue Jays' comeback. Game 2 features a pitching matchup between Kevin Gausman and Yoshinobu Yamamoto as Toronto seeks to even the series.
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Investigators are searching for a diary containing a dying declaration in the mysterious death of Aqil Akhtar, son of former Punjab DGP Mohammad Mustafa. The FIR names Mustafa, his wife, daughter, and daughter-in-law. The post-mortem was inconclusive, with viscera analysis awaited. The family is expected back for questioning soon.
A US appeals court has blocked President Trump's order to deploy the National Guard in Chicago, citing a lack of evidence for rebellion or danger. The court found that protests against immigration policies, even if spirited, do not justify such a deployment. This ruling follows similar challenges from Illinois, Oregon, and California against the administration's use of federal troops domestically.
The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of five retired Odisha judiciary employees, quashing a demand to repay salary arrears received six years prior. The apex court stated that surplus payments cannot be reclaimed from employees if they were not involved in fraud or misrepresentation, emphasizing equity and preventing undue hardship.
A Wisconsin woman, Shannon Kobylarczyk, faced swift repercussions after a viral video captured her racist tirade against a U.S. war veteran at a baseball game. Her employer, ManPowerGroup, terminated her employment, and she resigned from the Make-A-Wish Foundation board. The incident highlights the rapid online response to displays of hate.
A 20-year-old pharmacy student was brutally murdered near a railway track after rejecting a marriage proposal from her neighbour, 28-year-old Vignesh. Police arrested Vignesh, the main accused, and another individual who allegedly harboured him. The victim, Yamini Priya, was attacked with a sharp weapon when she refused his persistent advances. A murder case has been registered.
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson publicly rebuked a viral NFL content creator for a misleading post, highlighting team struggles amid a 1-5 start. Injuries and inconsistent play plague Baltimore, with a crucial home game against the Bears looming. Jackson's return is vital as the team desperately seeks a turnaround, facing immense pressure to silence off-field drama and refocus on the field.
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Maccabi Tel Aviv fans are banned from attending their Europa League match against Aston Villa due to security concerns, including threats of antisemitic attacks and protests. This decision, supported by West Midlands Police, has drawn criticism from political and Jewish organizations, highlighting the growing politicization of sports events and the need to balance fan safety with access.