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Brendon McCullum (AFP Photo) Brendon McCullum has apologised to England fans after being removed as the team’s Test coach, admitting the side did not deliver the results expected under his leadership. The former New Zealand captain will continue as England’s white-ball coach but was sacked from the Test role he had held since 2022. Speaking at Edgbaston on Monday, ahead of England’s ODI series against India, McCullum accepted the decision and said it was time for a new voice. McCullum confirms he was sackedThe England and Wales Cricket Board announced on Sunday that McCullum would no longer be England’s Test…

“He was punching me”: Ria Jalesa accuses Beyoncé’s nephew Julez Smith of hotel assault, says she was left with bruises (Image via Getty) Twitch streamer and content creator Ria Jalesa has publicly accused Julez Smith, the son of Solange Knowles and nephew of Beyoncé, of physically assaulting her during an encounter at a hotel. Speaking during a recent livestream, Ria described an alleged incident that she said left her with bruises and scratches across her body. She also claimed Smith later threatened her and pointed a firearm at her. The allegations gained attention after Instagram account Livebitez shared clips from…

What should a child’s early years look like? That question is at the heart of a post that has been making the rounds on X. Instead of talking about exam scores or school rankings, the post focuses on something much simpler: how children spend their childhood. Shared by a man who lived in Norway, the post compares his experience there with what he later noticed in India, and it has prompted many people online to share their own views on childhood, learning, and growing up.The post was shared by X user Vinod, who said living in Norway changed the way…

IIT Madras and Education Ministry hold national workshop to strengthen student wellbeing in higher education NEW DELHI: The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) organised a two-day regional workshop on ‘Celebrating Minds: From Academic Excellence to Sustainable Wellness’ on July 12 and 13, 2026, bringing together more than 200 faculty members and student support professionals from higher education institutions across South India. The workshop was conducted under the Ministry of Education’s Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme as part of a nationwide initiative to strengthen student wellbeing mechanisms in higher education.The event also marked a significant institutional milestone for IIT…

Cillian Murphy honoured his late ‘Peaky Blinders’ co-star Sam Neill, remembering him as one of the kindest and finest actors he had known.Image credit (Instagram) Cillian Murphy has joined numerous industry figures in paying tribute to Sam Neill, who passed away at the age of 78. The Irish actor shared his memories of his ‘Peaky Blinders’ co-star, reflecting on their professional collaboration and lasting friendship.According to Deadline, Murphy issued a statement remembering Neill for his warmth, humour and exceptional acting ability. The two actors shared the screen as Tommy Shelby and Chester Campbell during their time on the crime drama…

Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill (PTI Photo) India captain Shubman Gill has thrown his weight behind the future of One-day Internationals, insisting the 50-over format should remain untouched while suggesting the return of triangular or quadrangular series to make bilateral cricket more engaging.Speaking on the eve of the first ODI against England at Edgbaston, Gill dismissed suggestions of reducing the format to 40 overs and said the 50-over World Cup remains the pinnacle of ODI cricket.”I think, for me, I mean, I grew up watching 50-over cricket a lot, and it remained a very integral part of my childhood, whenever…

A Colombian man was allegedly killed by ICE agents in Maine on Monday. The Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents allegedly fired shots at a 26-year-old Colombian migrant in Maine, killing him. The man was authorized to work in the US and also had a Social Security Number. “He was a member of our community, a neighbor, and a human being whose life was cut tragically short. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, loved ones, and everyone now grieving this unimaginable loss,” two immigration organizations said in a statement.Daniel Boucher, who witnessed the aftermath of the shooting, told the…

Potato peels are usually destined for the compost bin, but a growing number of home cleaning enthusiasts are giving them a second life. Combined with baking soda, the humble peel has become the centre of a viral cleaning hack that claims to remove rust from metal surfaces without relying on harsh commercial chemicals.The idea isn’t entirely new. Potatoes naturally contain oxalic acid, a mild organic acid known for its ability to react with iron oxide, the reddish-brown compound commonly recognised as rust. When paired with the gentle abrasive action of baking soda, the mixture can help loosen light surface rust…

OJEE Counselling 2026 has flagged document verification discrepancies affecting candidates with CBSE ‘RT’ status and issued strict instructions to avoid seat cancellation. The counselling authority has also extended the Round 1 document upload and seat acceptance fee deadline for several postgraduate programmes. (Representational Image) The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Cell has issued a warning to candidates participating in the OJEE counselling 2026 process after identifying discrepancies in the documents submitted by the applicants. The counselling authority has asked affected candidates to immediately rectify their application details, warning that failure to do so could lead to cancellation of allotted seats…

‘What happened to Rachael Ray?’: Celebrity chef’s appearance in new cooking video leaves fans worried, many say they barely recognized her Rachael Ray has once again found herself at the center of online conversation after sharing a new cooking video that left many fans concerned about her appearance.The 57-year-old celebrity chef recently posted a clip on Instagram in which she was seen seasoning food and sharing one of her signature cooking tips. While the video was meant to inspire home cooks, it was her appearance that grabbed the attention of many viewers.Fans express concern over Rachael Ray’s appearanceIn the video,…