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The mentor-protege relationship between Yuvraj Singh and Abhishek Sharma has become one of the most entertaining subplots in Indian cricket. While Abhishek continues to dismantle bowling attacks with the same left-handed elegance that once defined Yuvraj, the legendary all-rounder ensures the youngster stays grounded with a steady stream of witty banter. This playful dynamic was on full display recently when Abhishek’s latest lifestyle post on social media became the target of Yuvraj’s sharp comedic timing.Yuvraj Singh’s comical taunt on Abhishek Sharma’s latest pics breaks the internetAbhishek recently took a brief detour from his gruelling cricket schedule to share a slice…

There have been reports Palmer is unhappy in London. Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior insisted Cole Palmer is happy at the club and made it clear he considers the England international ‘untouchable’ amid recent links with a move to Manchester United. Palmer has endured a difficult 2025-26 season for the Blues, with his campaign hindered by injury issues. The former Manchester City forward has five goals in 13 appearances in all competitions this season and has yet to register an assist. Last season, he scored 15 goals and contributed 11 assists and then played a starring role in Chelsea’s victorious Club…

Donnie & Dhali: J.P. Barry, the agent for Vancouver Canucks center Elias Pettersson, on the trade rumors, if he’s happy in Vancouver, and what if he’s approached to waive his no-movement clause. ** NHLRumors.com transcription Don Taylor: “What do you make of all this talk regarding Elias Patterson possibly being moved by the Vancouver Canucks?” Barry: “Well, I mean, I take it with a grain of salt, because, I mean, when a team isn’t doing well, then everybody’s going to be discussed. And when we’ve talked about in the past, it’s always hard for us when it’s a player who…

US technology giant Amazon has informed employees of a new round of global layoffs in an email apparently sent in error.A draft email written by Colleen Aubrey, a senior vice president at Amazon Web Services (AWS), was included as part of a calendar invite sent by an executive assistant to a number of Amazon workers late on Tuesday.In the email, Aubrey refers to a swathe of employees in the US, Canada and Costa Rica having been laid off as part of an effort to “strengthen the company.”The message, which has been seen by the BBC, was apparently shared by mistake,…

The bitcoin price rallied sharply into the close on Tuesday, surging above $89,400 after trading as low as $87,100 earlier in the day, according to Bitcoin Magazine Pro data, as markets reacted to fresh remarks from President Donald Trump on the U.S. economy. The late-day move came as Trump, speaking in Iowa, dismissed concerns over the weakening U.S. dollar, telling supporters he was “not concerned” about its decline and insisting the dollar was “doing great.” The comments triggered an immediate reaction across markets, with the dollar sliding further and alternative stores of value catching a bid. Gold climbed to a…

Alan Rickman’s widow, Rima Horton, reflects on his passing from pancreatic cancer a decade ago. She revealed he lived for six months post-diagnosis, prioritizing a pain-free departure and controlling his final arrangements. Horton emphasized his desire to avoid pity, highlighting his immense talent and the void left by his untimely death. Alan Rickman, the beloved actor who played the iconic role of Professor Snape in the ‘Harry Potter’ franchise, lost his life to pancreatic cancer in 2016. Now, on his 10th death anniversary, Alan Rickman’s widow Rima Horton reflected upon the devastating chapter and the legacy he left behind. Horton,…

NEW DELHI: KL Rahul has revealed that retirement has crossed his mind, though he insists it is still “some time away” and promises he won’t prolong the decision when the moment arrives. In a candid chat with former England captain Kevin Pietersen on his YouTube channel, Rahul said stepping away from cricket would not be a tough choice, noting that life continues beyond the sport.”I’ve (thought about it). I don’t think it’s (retirement) gonna be that difficult,” the 33-year-old told Pietersen. Why Gautam Gambhir is not the ONLY problem | Greenstone Lobo predicts India coach future”If you’re honest with yourself,…

Five higher education lawsuits to watch in 2026 as Trump policies face major court challenges The Trump administration enters 2026 facing a slate of high-stakes lawsuits that could reshape the legal and financial foundations of US higher education. From research funding and DEI-related grants to campus speech and immigration enforcement, courts are increasingly central to determining how far federal power can reach into universities.Several of the most consequential cases remain unresolved, with appeals pending and new rulings expected. Together, they reflect sustained resistance from universities, faculty groups, students and states to policies pursued by President Donald Trump since returning to…

The Bitcoin price is not in line with traders’ expectations. Q4 2025 was a disaster, and, for lack of a better word, underwhelming. Not only did Bitcoin and some of the best cryptos to buy slide to worrying levels, but calls of a December moonshot didn’t materialize. As January comes to a close, there is a real risk of Bitcoin dropping below $87,000. If it does, then, for the first time since late 2018, the BTC USD price would have closed in the red for four consecutive months. Even for optimists, this will be a clear signal that BTC USD…