Families of British victims of the Air India 171 crash have allegedly received incorrect or mixed remains, causing immense distress. Lawyers are demanding answers and accountability from both Indian and British authorities regarding the flawed identification and repatriation process. The United Kingdom government is investigating, and families are seeking intervention from Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
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Pakistan's reliance on foreign loans surged to $26.7 billion in the last fiscal year, with a significant portion used for debt rollovers rather than project financing. The nation heavily depends on borrowing from multilateral institutions and countries like Saudi Arabia and China to maintain reserves.
Suresh Raina unveiled his World Playing XI for the World Championship of Legends 2025, surprisingly omitting MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli. His team features legends like Brian Lara, Sachin Tendulkar, and a spin-heavy bowling attack including Shane Warne, Anil Kumble, and Harbhajan Singh. Raina is set to participate in the WCL 2025, marking his return to competitive cricket.
Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot have been placed on leave after a viral "kiss cam" moment at a Coldplay concert suggested an intimate relationship. The incident, which involved the married executives, triggered a formal investigation by the tech company. Pete DeJoy is serving as interim CEO while the company addresses the situation.
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Following Mitch Marner's departure, the Toronto Maple Leafs are aggressively reshaping their roster. General Manager Brad Treliving is exploring trades involving key players like Morgan Rielly and Brandon Carlo. A potential reunion with fan favorite Nazem Kadri is also being considered as Toronto aims for a more balanced and goal-heavy team.
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