The Kremlin concurred with Donald Trump's assessment that Russia's 2014 expulsion from the G8 was an error, but downplayed the G8's current relevance to Russia. Trump criticized Obama and Trudeau for the removal, suggesting his presence then might have averted the Russia-Ukraine war.
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In Hyderabad's Saroornagar, Maria Das allegedly murdered his wife, Chinnamma, following arguments over his phone conversations with another woman. Das, a car driver, is now in police custody. The couple, originally from East Godavari, had been married for 12 years and have a son. Chinnamma had confronted Das about the other woman, leading to frequent disputes.
Following his Test retirement announcement in May, Indian ODI captain Rohit Sharma intrigued fans with a recent Instagram post featuring toys and a humorous caption about his daughters' explanations. The 38-year-old, despite a dip in form during the 2024-25 season, had a significant Test career, amassing 4,301 runs.
An Air India flight AI171 bound for London Gatwick crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad airport on Thursday, impacting a residential area in Meghaninagar. The crash occurred around 2:00 pm, with the aircraft losing signal at a low altitude. Rescue operations are underway, with multiple fire tenders deployed to control the blaze.
Donald Trump claimed his decision to deploy troops in Los Angeles prevented chaos. He criticised California's leadership and permitting delays. Protests erupted over deportation policies. National Guard and Marines were deployed. State officials opposed federal intervention. A lawsuit was filed against the Trump administration. Mayor Karen Bass expressed confusion over the Marines' deployment. Protests continue in other cities as well.
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Brazil clinched their spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a narrow 1-0 victory against Paraguay, marking Carlo Ancelotti's debut win. Vinicius Jr.'s goal just before halftime secured the win, propelling Brazil to third place in the South American standings. Paraguay, despite the loss, remains in contention for qualification, needing only a point to secure their place.
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