October 2025 – Page 49

India vs West Indies 1st Test: What to expect from Roston Chase’s team in 2-match Test series

West Indies arrive in India at a troubled juncture. Over the last five years, Caribbean cricket has repeatedly stumbled to new lows: missing out on World Cups, enduring bilateral series whitewashes, and even being bowled out for just 27 in a Test innings. To make matters worse, the two-time T20 World Cup champions are coming […]

‘Layoffs are imminent’: White House blames Democrats for federal layoffs; says it may happen ‘very soon’ | World News

White House says layoffs are imminent (Pic credit: AP) The Trump administration has warned that mass layoffs of ‘nonessential’ federal employees could begin within days if the ongoing US government shutdown continues. At a White House press briefing on Wednesday, White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt announced that federal layoffs are imminent, slamming Democrats for the […]

Bhopal: Fearing job loss over 2-kid policy, MP couple dump newborn; duo booked | India News

BHOPAL: Fear of losing his job under MP’s two-child policy allegedly drove a govt school teacher and his wife to bury their three-day-old son alive in a forest in Chhindwara district. The baby boy, the couple’s fourth child, miraculously survived after villagers heard his cries from beneath stones, pulled him out and rushed him to […]

Trump’s Nevada attorney disqualified: Judge bars Sigal Chattah from handling cases; court cites overstay illegal | World News

Trump-appointed US attorney in Nevada Sigal Chattah (Pic credit: AP) A federal judge on Tuesday disqualified Nevada’s acting US Attorney Sigal Chattah from overseeing several criminal cases, ruling that the Trump appointee has remained in her temporary post beyond the legally allowed period. US District Judge David G. Campbell sided with defense lawyers who argued […]

The ‘chimpanzee whisperer’: British primatologist dies at 91 – Who was Jane Goodall? | World News

Jane Goodall (Pic credit: AP) Dr. Jane Goodall, the legendary British primatologist, conservationist, and founder of the Jane Goodall Institute, passed away at the age of 91 due to natural causes, the institute announced on social media on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. She was in California at the time as part of her speaking tour […]

Big night for Dubai: Thousands flock to Burj Lake as Dubai Fountain dances again after 5 months | World News

Thousands gathered at Burj Lake, capturing the dazzling return of Dubai Fountain after five months, with music, lights, and water jets soaring/ Image: DXB Media Office After nearly six months of silence, the Dubai Fountain made its long-awaited return with a newly upgraded showcase that drew thousands to the heart of Downtown. According to local […]

Barcelona vs PSG: Who will win Champions League clash? AI predictions, confirmed lineups, live streaming and more

Barcelona will lock horns with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in the UEFA Champions League (UCL) clash on Wednesday (October 1). The match will be played at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. Here are all the details about the upcoming clash. Barcelona vs PSG: Match details Date: Wednesday, October 1, in the United States/ Thursday, October 2, in […]

I’d throw it all away to win: Sophie Devine reflects on bittersweet loss vs Australia

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine described her heroic 111-run innings in Wednesday’s ICC Women’s World Cup opener against Australia as “bittersweet.” Despite her valiant effort, they fell short, chasing 327 and were bowled out for 237, handing defending champions Australia an 89-run win. “I’d throw it all away to make sure this team won. Proud […]

‘Not really pro-life’: Pope Leo opens up on US abortion debate; calls Trump’s immigration policies against Church teachings | World News

Pope Leo opens up on US abortion debate; calls Trump’s immigration policies against Church teachings (Pic credit: AP) Pope Leo on Tuesday strongly criticized US President Donald Trump’s hardline immigration policies, questioning whether they align with the Catholic Church’s “pro-life” teachings. Speaking outside the papal summer residence in Castel Gandolfo, near Rome, the pontiff said, […]

Women’s World Cup: Australia start title defence with 89-run win over New Zealand

Sophie Devine scored one of the most remarkable centuries of her illustrious career, but it wasn’t enough to take New Zealand over the line in Match 2 of the Women’s World Cup 2025 against Australia. The New Zealand skipper brought her vast experience to the fore as she slammed her ninth ODI hundred to keep […]