In an intense and tightly contested match, Texas Super Kings emerged victorious over MI New York in the second match of the Major League Cricket 2025. After setting a challenging target of 186, TSK's bowlers held their nerve and delivered in the final over to secure a memorable win. Despite Monank Patel's half-century and a strong partnership with Michael Bracewell, MINY fell short by just three runs, with Adam Milne's three wickets and Daryl Mitchell's crucial involvement in two run-outs making all the difference.
The Karnataka High Court has rejected the appeals filed by Uber India, Ola, and Rapido, effectively allowing for the state to halt bike taxi services starting June 16. The court ruled that unless the state government issues specific guidelines under the Motor Vehicles Act, these services cannot continue. The aggregators argue that current rules already cover bike taxis, but the court has asked for objections from both state and Union governments before the next hearing. With no interim relief, services are expected to be suspended.
The World Health Organization (WHO) celebrates World Blood Donor Day on June 14 every year to recognize the selflessness of donors and raise awareness about the need for safe blood and plasma donations. This year's theme, 'Give blood, give hope: together we save lives', highlights the critical need for regular donations and calls for support from governments and stakeholders for national blood programs. The date was chosen in honor of Karl Landsteiner, known as the "founder" of modern blood transfusion, whose birthday falls on June 14 and who made significant contributions to modern medical science.
In a recent council meeting, East Palestine Village Council passed an emergency ordinance to enter into an agreement with MS Consultants for a new safety complex funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The complex will combine the village's police station, fire department, and emergency services. Additionally, council held the first reading to extend park hours and allow for tent camping as proposed by village manager Antonio Diaz-Guy. The project, which costs approximately $47,000, aims to create a new source of revenue for the village and address the lack of lodging opportunities. Council also made decisions regarding the village's indigent burial policy and junk car ordinance. Stay tuned for updates on these developments.
After being indicted on a second-degree murder charge in the 2024 shooting death of his child's mother, 25-year-old Connor Macleod has decided to plead guilty to manslaughter. The plea deal, which was negotiated between his public defender and the state Attorney General's Office, includes a sentence of 10-26 years in prison with a possibility of a year reduction for good behavior. Macleod's case has sparked controversy and debates on gun control and domestic violence issues in the local community.
At least 26 people were killed in Israeli drone strikes while waiting for basic aid distributed by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF). This comes as the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution calling for an unconditional ceasefire in the besieged enclave, where Israeli attacks have killed at least 52 people since dawn. The previously unknown GHF, backed by the United States and Israel, has been criticized by the UN for its flawed distribution model, resulting in casualties among Palestinians trying to access aid. UN officials have called for the humanitarians to be allowed to do their jobs and provide dignified and safe assistance.
In a move towards improving the quality of education in the state, the Odisha government has regularised the services of 9,200 junior teachers engaged in primary and upper primary schools under the Samagra Shiksha scheme. These teachers will now be entitled to various benefits, including free uniforms, textbooks, and special training for out-of-school children. Meanwhile, as part of the scheme, the Union Education Minister has announced a release of Rs 7,622 crore for states and UTs, while the Mizoram government is seeking a revision of salary for teachers employed under the Centres Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan.
In a tightly contested NBA Finals game, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put on a dominating performance, leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to a comeback victory over the Indiana Pacers. Trailing by 10 points in the final quarter, Gilgeous-Alexander's leadership and spectacular play helped his team level the series at 2-2. The game was filled with tensions and physical play, as both teams battled for control. With this win, the Thunder have a chance to take the lead in the series as they head back home.
Mitchell Starc, one of the best bowlers of all time, made headlines in the WTC 2025 final by scoring an unbeaten 58 runs for Australia at No. 9. He became the first No. 9 batter in the world to score a half-century in a knockout match of an ICC event, breaking records of South Africa's Rory Kleinveldt and West Indies' Courtney Browne. Starc's valuable contribution helped Australia post a challenging total of 207 runs in the second innings.
The recent crash of an Air India flight in Ahmedabad has left many in shock, but a symbol of spiritual resilience has emerged amidst the devastation. A video has gone viral on social media, showing unburned pages of the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita being recovered from the wreckage. This powerful symbol has left viewers in awe and questioning the existence of God. Despite the tragic outcome of the crash, the endurance of this sacred scripture has left a lasting impression.