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Sydney Church Attack: Video Of Teen Attacker Violently Stabbing Bishop Surfaces On Social Media

[ad_1] In a shocking incident at the Christ The Good Shepherd Church, an Orthodox Christian Church, in Wakeley situated in Sydney's west, Australia, a 16-year-old boy allegedly stabbed Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel and Father Isaac Royel during a church service on Monday evening. The attack, which occurred just after 7 pm, left both victims with non-life-threatening injuries, requiring hospitalisation. Several videos of the church stabbing incident have surfaced on social media. In a live-streamed video, a man can be seen approaching the bishop and he begins to strike him with a weapon. Onlookers then attempt to intervene while screams can be heard from the ensuing commotion. Police arrested the teenager at the scene and were compelled to protect him within th...
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Australia: Multiple Injured In Church Stabbing Incident Near Sydney, Second Attack In 3 Days

[ad_1] Several individuals sustained injuries in a stabbing incident at a church in Australia's Walkley, located approximately 30 km west of Sydney's central business district, as confirmed by police authorities on Monday. A male suspect has been apprehended and is currently cooperating with the ongoing police investigation, according to a statement released by law enforcement. The injured individuals suffered "non-life-threatening" wounds and are currently receiving medical treatment from paramedics, police officials stated. In a post, the NSW Police Force stated, "A police operation is underway in Wakeley, following reports of a stabbing. Officers attached to Fairfield City Police Area Command attended a location on Welcome Street, Wakeley following rep...
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AI Might Take Over The World But Are Nations Prepared? Have A Look At Countries That Have Estab

[ad_1] The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been increasing across the globe with each day that passes. The use of AI these days has made headlines for both right and wrong reasons. On one hand, there are companies that are trying to employ AI for the right reasons and to help mankind and on the other hand, there are people who are using it to disrupt the lives of others. With both sides being in the frame, some guidelines, laws or regulations are needed to keep the people safe. Google once said, "AI is too important not to regulate, and too important not to regulate well." Few nations have started early and have tried to form some regulations regarding AI and its use. Are you aware of which nations are leading this race and what regulations have t...
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Mitchell Marsh returns to Australia to treat hamstring tear | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals have been dealt a significant blow with the news of Mitchell Marsh's return home to undergo treatment for a tear in his right hamstring. Marsh, who is set to be named Australia's captain for the T20 World Cup in June, was recalled after consultations with the Delhi team management, according to ESPNCricinfo.While a final decision on his availability for the remainder of the IPL season is pending, Marsh's absence leaves a void in the Delhi Capitals' squad, particularly in the all-rounder department.IPL: POINTS TABLE | ORANGE CAP | PURPLE CAPMarsh last played against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 3 and missed their previous two outings against Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants.Marsh's top-score this season has only been 23 versus Rajasthan Royals, wh...
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‘Amazing time to come to India’: IPL debutant Jake Fraser-McGurk happy to be part of this different world | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: It's a different feeling for young Australian cricketer Jake Fraser-McGurk when it comes to playing in the biggest cricket league of the world - IPL, but the Delhi Capitals (DC) batter made a mark for himself in his debut innings against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Friday.Fraser-McGurk announced himself with a belligerent half-century (55 off 35 balls). The 22-year-old, known for his aggressive batting style, made an immediate impact in the IPL by smashing a short of a length delivery from Yash Thakur over deep mid-wicket, securing his first-ever runs in the tournament.Displaying his attacking mindset, he followed up with another six in the subsequent over, showcasing his ability to take on the bowlers and score quickly. IPL: POINTS TABLE | ORANGE CAP | PURPLE CAPDebu...
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India to start Test series against Australia in Perth | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Cricket Australia announced on Tuesday that Perth will host the first Test of the highly anticipated five-match India-Australia series in November. The series will conclude with the customary New Year's Test in Sydney.On November 22, the sides' first five-Test series in more than 30 years will begin at Perth Stadium.The series' second game will take place as a day-night Test in Adelaide on December 6, the third game will take place at the Gabba in Brisbane on December 14, and the fourth game will take place in Melbourne on December 26-traditionally known as "Boxing Day."Australia have not defeated India in a home Test series since 2014-15, losing both the 2018-19 and 2020-21 series. Australia defeated India in the World Test Championship final and in the 50-overs World ...
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Australia coach says Steve Smith likely to stay on as opener for India series despite horror show in new role

[ad_1] Steve Smith’s reinvention as an opener in Tests for Australia has so far been a disaster, with the batter managing just 171 runs at an average of 28.50 since taking up the new role. Slotting in as an opener after David Warner’s Test retirement, Smith has managed to score just 51 runs at 12.75 during the recent Test tour of New Zealand. This has led to calls Down Under to abandon the Steve Smith experiment. Australia are currently second in the standings for the World Test Championship final with 90 points, behind India. But Smith has received crucial backing to continue in the role by Australia coach Andrew McDonald. “Not to say there won’t be changes, but at the moment we’ve won 2-0 here (vs New Zealand), and had a 12-Test run where we won eight with (four) of those being away ...
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‘I don’t think he will be in the…’: Ricky Ponting on Steve Smith’s T20 World Cup prospects | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: ICC Hall of Famer Ricky Ponting has provided valuable insights into the potential inclusion of Steve Smith in Australia's squad for the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup and has also weighed in on who he believes will lead the team in the shortest format.Speaking on The ICC Review with host Sanjana Ganesan, Ponting shared his perspective on Smith's role in the T20 World Cup, acknowledging the right-hander's limited appearances in T20Is but highlighting his experience as a potential asset for Australia."You love having guys like him around because of the experience and the calming influence that you can have around a team during a World Cup," Ponting remarked, emphasizing Smith's potential contribution. However, Ponting suggested that Smith might not secure a spot in the ...
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Australia overtake New Zealand in World Test Championship standings after series win | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Australia have climbed to the second spot in the World Test Championship standings following their series victory over New Zealand in Christchurch. The 2-0 win in the series propelled Australia to collect 12 crucial points on their journey to defending the World Test Championship mace.With their improved percentage points from 59.09 to 62.50 after 12 matches, Australia now sit ahead of New Zealand, who have dropped from 60 to 50 percentage points, securing the third position on the table after playing six games.India continue to lead the rankings with 68.51 percentage points, having won six out of their nine matches.The series win against New Zealand was highlighted by a standout performance from wicketkeeper Alex Carey, who remained unbeaten on 98 runs in the second Te...
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2nd Test: Alex Carey’s heroics lead Australia to series sweep against New Zealand | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Australia pulled off a remarkable victory against New Zealand in a thrilling finale to the second Test match in Christchurch on Monday, clinching the series 2-0 with a stunning three-wicket win before tea on the fourth day.Chasing a challenging target of 279, Australia encountered early setbacks with New Zealand's skipper Tim Southee dismissing Travis Head, leaving the visitors reeling at 80/5.However, Alex Carey's sensational unbeaten knock of 98, coupled with Mitchell Marsh's resilient 80, turned the tide in Australia's favor.SCORECARD: NZ vs AUS 2nd TestThe duo forged a crucial partnership of 140 runs for the sixth wicket, silencing the home crowd and edging closer to the target. Despite a late resurgence from New Zealand's Ben Sears, who claimed two quick wickets, C...
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2nd Test: Late fightback by New Zealand’s seamers sets up exciting finale against Australia | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Australia found themselves 202 runs away from victory with six wickets in hand at the conclusion of day three of the second Test in Christchurch, setting the stage for an enthralling finale after New Zealand seized momentum with late bowling exploits.Australia's skipper, Pat Cummins, led from the front with a splendid bowling display, claiming four wickets for 62 runs as the visitors, already leading 1-0 in the series following their win in Wellington, restricted the Black Caps to 372 in their second innings after tea.However, New Zealand's seamers, Matt Henry and debutant Ben Sears, staged a dramatic fightback in the final 90 minutes of play, dismissing key Australian batsmen Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Usman Khawaja, and Cameron Green cheaply.Despite the setbacks...
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India regain top spot in ICC Test Team Rankings, now No.1 in all three formats | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: India's impressive series victory over England, clinched by a commanding 4-1 margin, propelled them back to the summit of the ICC Men's Test Team Rankings, dethroning Australia from the top position. The comprehensive triumph came after a spirited comeback following a narrow defeat in the first Test in Hyderabad.ICC Cricket RankingsWith dominant performances in subsequent matches held in Vizag, Rajkot, Ranchi, and Dharamsala, India showcased their prowess, securing a series win and reclaiming the top spot in the ICC Test Team Rankings with 122 rating points. Australia, with 117 rating points, slid to the second position, while England occupied the third spot with 111 rating points.India will remain at the top regardless of the outcome of the second New Zealand-Australia...
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2nd Test: Tom Latham leads New Zealand fightback against Australia | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Opening batsman Tom Latham of New Zealand made a timely comeback to form, bringing the Black Caps back into the second Test match against Australia on Saturday. They overcame a 94-run deficit to lead by 40 at the end of play.One year after making his previous half-century against Sri Lanka at the same venue, Latham remained undefeated on 65 in New Zealand's second innings at Hagley Oval in Christchurch after being dropped by Alex Carey on 59.Latham and Kane Williamson put on a partnership of 105 for the second wicket after the early dismissal of Will Young for 1."We're in the positives," a relieved Williamson said, adding "there's still plenty of hard work to do but the wicket is good."There's a lot of time left in this game and from our perspective it's about getting a...
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Sachin Tendulkar lauds Kane Williamson and Tim Southee | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: As Kiwi stars Kane Williamson and Tim Southee attained the milestone of playing 100 Test matches, cricket veteran Sachin Tendulkar hailed them as the "torchbearers" of New Zealand cricket on Friday.Tendulkar said on his social media account X that it was "fitting' that both Williamson and Southee played their 100th Test match together after 16 years of playing in the 2008 U19 World Cup.The 50-year-old also sent his best wishes to the Kiwi cricketers for reaching the remarkable feat against Australia."Kane Williamson and Tim Southee have been the torchbearers of New Zealand cricket ever since they burst onto the scene at the 2008 U-19 World Cup. It is only fitting that they also play their 100th Test match together around 16 years later. All the very best to them for the...
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2nd Test: Hazlewood’s five-wicket haul propels Australia on eventful opening day against New Zealand | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Paceman Josh Hazlewood emerged as the star performer, claiming a five-wicket haul to put Australia in a commanding position against New Zealand at Hagley Oval in Christchurch after a wicket-laden opening day of the second Test.Australia ended the day at 124 for four, with Manus Labuschagne unbeaten on 45 alongside night-watchman Nathan Lyon on one, after Hazlewood's inspired pace attack skittled New Zealand for 162 in two sessions.SCORECARD: NZ vs AUS 2nd TestAustralia’s proceedings began with New Zealand debutant Ben Sears claiming his maiden Test wicket by dismissing Steve Smith early on. Usman Khawaja and Cameron Green provided some resistance with scores of 16 and 25 respectively, but Matt Henry's impressive bowling display saw him dismiss both the batters and Travi...
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Kane Williamson declines New Zealand ‘forced’ Neil Wagner to retire | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Kane Williamson on Wednesday dismissed the claim made by former batsman Ross Taylor that suggested New Zealand's star pacer Neil Wagner was "forced to retire" before the commencement of the two-Test series against Australia at home.Wagner, in an emotional announcement, declared his international retirement on the eve of the first Test in Wellington.This decision came after selectors informed him that he would not be considered for the playing XI at any point during the Test series.Despite the retirement announcement, the 37-year-old Wagner participated as a substitute fielder in the first Test, which New Zealand lost by 172 runs.He was also seen carrying drinks on several occasions during the match. Williamson's refutation contradicts the notion that Wagner's retirement...
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PCB may ‘restore’ Haris Rauf’s central contract | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: An authoritative source within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) stated on Monday that bowler Haris Rauf's core contract might be "restored" following an evaluation by the board's legal experts.Due to Rauf's refusal to participate in the three Test series against Australia that they lost 0-3 in January, his central contract was canceled two days before the Pakistan Super League began.According to a PCB official, Rauf's appeal, which calls for the reinstatement of his central contract, is being examined by the legal team."There are chances that the appeal might be accepted, and his contract restored," the source said.Rauf's dislocated shoulder keeps him out of the PSL for the time being. He was playing for Lahore Qalandars when he was injured during the PSL's third game.R...
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How Cameron Green might prepare for home Tests against India | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: According to head coach Andrew McDonald, Australia's Cameron Green is expected to forego the white-ball series in Pakistan later this year in favor of playing Sheffield Shield in order to get ready for the highly anticipated home Test series against India in December.The 24-year-old found success in the current Test series in New Zealand, as he struck a career-high 174 not out in Australia's decisive victory in the opening game on Sunday in Wellington.The recent T20I series between the West Indies and New Zealand did not feature him; instead, he was saved for West Australia's Sheffield Shield match against Tasmania in Hobart, when he amassed an undefeated 103 runs, which served as a perfect warm-up for the first Test against the Kiwis."It's a big decision to leave anyon...
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Nathan Lyon praises emerging talent Rachin Ravindra as a budding superstar | – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Australian spinner Nathan Lyon has hailed New Zealand batsman Rachin Ravindra as a budding "superstar" while expressing confidence in Australia's stance to clinch victory in the ongoing first Test match against New Zealand in Wellington.Following Ravindra's impressive unbeaten innings of 56, guiding New Zealand to 111/3 at stumps on day three, Lyon commended the young batsman's prowess, acknowledging his potential to make significant strides in international cricket."Rachin seems like a really good player," Lyon remarked. "This is the first time I've bowled to him -- I watched a lot of him during the World Cup and he's going to be a superstar."Despite Ravindra's standout performance, Lyon expressed faith in Australia's capacity to apply sustained pressure on the New Zea...
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New Zealand vs Australia 1st Test: NZ struggle in pursuit of 369-run target | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: New Zealand found themselves facing an uphill battle as they chased a challenging victory target set by Australia on the third day of the first Test at Wellington's Basin Reserve on Saturday. At the close of play, New Zealand stood at 111 for three, still 258 runs adrift of their target of 369.SCORECARD: NZ vs AUS 1st TestSpinner Glenn Phillips starred for New Zealand, claiming an impressive five-wicket haul (5-45), marking his first such achievement in first-class cricket.His remarkable bowling performance helped New Zealand restrict Australia to 164 in their second innings, as the visitors lost their last six wickets for just 37 runs.Despite their strong bowling effort, New Zealand encountered difficulties in their own batting innings. Openers Tom Latham and Will Youn...