A proposed three-team trade involving the Golden State Warriors has sparked debate, offering a potentially impactful center and defensive help in exchange for key rotation players. However, concerns arise regarding the injury history of acquired players and the loss of valuable depth, including a promising young guard and a reliable bench scorer.
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The veterans' cricket match between India and Pakistan in the World Championship of Legends has been cancelled after Indian players withdrew, citing the Pahalgam terror attack and facing social media criticism. EaseMyTrip, a major sponsor, reiterated its stance against supporting matches involving Pakistan. Organizers apologized for hurting sentiments and cancelled the match, despite initially aiming to create positive moments.
A parolee, Chandan Mishra, facing murder charges, was attacked by a rival gang at a Patna hospital while receiving treatment. Patna police are collaborating with Buxar police to identify the shooters, possessing their photographs. This incident adds to a series of shootings in Bihar, intensifying criticism of the state government's law and order management ahead of upcoming elections.
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Hulk Hogan, also known as Terry Eugene Bollea, has passed away at 71, potentially due to cardiac arrest. While famous for his wrestling persona, Hogan's life involved struggles with steroids and painkillers. Bollea's transformation into Hulk Hogan was a strategic creation, yet he legally remained Terry Bollea for many years, with the Hulk Hogan name becoming a cultural phenomenon.
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YSRCP MP PV Midhun Reddy has been remanded in judicial custody until August 1st following his arrest by an Andhra Pradesh SIT in connection with an alleged liquor scam. He is accused of orchestrating policy changes and coordinating kickbacks from distilleries, leading to a misappropriation of approximately Rs 3,500 crore during 2019-2024.
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