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The West Indies have announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming five-match T20I series against New Zealand, beginning November 5 in Auckland. While the return of Matthew Forde marks a boost for the team’s pace department, left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie has been left out of the squad to undergo remedial work on his bowling action following a recent dip in form.Gudakesh Motie sidelined for technical correctionsMotie’s exclusion comes after an inconsistent showing during the tour of Bangladesh, where he struggled to make an impact in both ODIs and T20Is. Cricket West Indies (CWI) confirmed that the 29-year-old will work with…

Manchester City are keeping their chase on Arsenal at the top of the English Premier League standings after picking up an important win over Bournemouth this Sunday. Erling Haaland got his name back on the score sheet, grabbing two goals in City’s 3-1 home victory over their opponents. Man City Bounce Back in the Premier League After suffering a disappointing defeat against Aston Villa last weekend, Pep Guardiola’s side were determined to turn things around this weekend. Man City looked determined to get back on winning ways as they pushed hard from the start. City’s aggressive approach was rewarded as…

Shane Pinto rejected the Ottawa Senators’ latest long-term offer Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun: Shane Pinto is a pending RFA with arbitration rights and is producing at almost a point-a-game pace. GM Steve Staios has said he wants to sign the 24-year-old to a long-term deal, but what is the number? Extenions talks continue. They held talks this offseason, but they were shelved before the start of camp as they couldn’t bridge the gap. Source said that in the middle of October, the Senators made an eight-year, $52 million offer – a $6.5 million cap hit. That is up…

Rental payments will be reflected in credit scores, one of the UK’s main credit ratings agencies has said. Experian said it was overhauling its scoring system to better reflect “more of the everyday financial behaviours that matter” which included things “like paying rent or reducing overdraft use”. The new system will see the maximum credit score someone can have go from 999 to 1,250, and will also give more guidance on how borrowers can improve their creditworthiness. Credit scores are used as a broad indicator of a borrower’s ability to pay back a loan. A low credit score can make…

Fold Holdings (NASDAQ: FLD), the bitcoin rewards company known for letting users earn sats on everyday purchases, has teamed up with iconic fast-food chain Steak ’n Shake for a limited-time promotion that lets customers earn $5 in bitcoin with their meal. Starting today, Steak ’n Shake diners who order a Bitcoin Meal or Bitcoin Steakburger at one of the 1,200+ participating Steak ’n Shake locations can visit bitcoinmealdeal.com, upload their receipt, and receive a code redeemable for $5 in bitcoin through the Fold app.  Once the Fold app is downloaded and activated, the reward is instantly credited. The partnership marks…

The UK’s first permanent home for illustration will open in central London in May to “celebrate its traditions” and welcome the “astonishing diversity” of art across the world.An 18th Century waterworks in Clerkenwell is being transformed into the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration, which was previously based in King’s Cross under a different name.The £12.5m centre hopes to be the “world’s largest dedicated space for illustration”, with the idea 20 years in the making. Sir Quentin said: “I am proud to think the centre has my name on it – illustration is a wonderful universal and varied language.”Sir Quentin set…

By Brian Green, updated November 3, 2025 Every year, as autumn fades and the crypto community prepares for the final stretch of the year, one question starts trending again: Is November Bitcoin’s lucky month? Bitcoin November seasonality trends suggest that it just might be. Historical data shows an average return of around 42% and a median gain of roughly 8.8%, making November one of Bitcoin’s most profitable months since its inception. But what’s behind this recurring trend — and can it hold true again in 2025? The Numbers Behind November’s “Magic” When you look at Bitcoin’s historical performance, seasonality patterns…

Mithali Raj, Smriti Mandhana & Harmanpreet Kaur (X) The Indian women’s cricket team’s World Cup victory in 2025 wasn’t just a sporting milestone — it was an emotional full circle. Years of heartbreak, hard work, and hope finally came together in one unforgettable night. The moment India lifted that trophy, millions across the country celebrated the women who had rewritten history. The win has also drawn attention to how far women’s cricket has evolved — not just in achievements but in financial recognition too.Here’s a look at India’s richest women cricketers:Mithali Raj Born in Jodhpur on December 3, 1982, Mithali…

JNU Polls 2025-26: As Jawaharlal Nehru University prepares to vote tomorrow, anticipation on campus has reached a familiar intensity. The Election Committee has begun the final leg of one of India’s most closely watched student elections, reaffirming the university’s legacy as a crucible of political debate, and ideological expression.With the publication of the voters’ list, the filing of nominations, campaigns, and the Presidential debate, now culminating in polling on November 4, 2025, the stage is set for a contest that extends well beyond campus boundaries. For decades, JNU has mirrored the ideological undercurrents of national politics, where alliances, slogans, and…

On Sunday, November 2, tech billionaire Elon Musk renewed his warning about America’s fiscal outlook. He said the federal debt has grown so large that it can’t be fixed without a major jump in productivity.  “If AI and robots don’t solve our national debt, we’re toast,” Elon Musk warned, raising fresh concern that US finances are heading toward a breaking point. His comment resurfaced in new coverage of a recent podcast appearance, at a time when the national debt exceeds $38 trillion and interest costs remain high. It climbed from $37Tn in August to $38Tn by October 22, marking the…