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The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Wednesday announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against the West Indies, beginning October 18 at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka. The major highlight of the announcement was the inclusion of middle-order batter Mahidul Islam Ankon, who earned his maiden call-up to the national ODI side after consistent performances in domestic cricket.Mahidul Islam Ankon earns maiden call-upThe 25-year-old Mahidul, who has been a reliable performer in the Dhaka Premier League (DPL), will look to seize the opportunity in Bangladesh’s revamped middle order. Meanwhile, opener Soumya Sarkar has made his comeback…

AS Roma star player, Matías Soulé, reveals that although his grateful for the Italian national team approach, his dream is still to play for Argentina. Having a dual citizenship allows the Argentinian to also wear the Gli Azzurri’s jersey, but it looks like he already made his mind up. The 22-year-old superstar has been approached by Gli Azzurri ever since his talent got spotted during his timw at Juventus. Knowing that he is yet to become a regular member of Lionel Scaloni’s current Albiceleste squad, Italy seems to maintain their interest. A recent interview with the player’s agent, seemingly indicating…

The Montreal Canadiens and Lane Hutson agreed to a new contract extension on Monday ahead of the team’s home opener on Tuesday night against the Seattle Kraken. Many wondered if the new contracts that were signed by Luke Hughes of the New Jersey Devils and Jackson LaCombe of the Anaheim Ducks would influence Hutson and his camp to hold out for more. However, as Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun told Gino Reda on TSN’s That’s Hockey on Monday, it was the contract signed by Connor McDavid that really influenced not only Hutson, but also Canadiens management in sticking with their plan…

The chancellor should be “bold” in next month’s Budget or risk future spending cuts and tax rises, an influential think tank has said. The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) is projecting Rachel Reeves will need to find £22bn to make up a shortfall in the government’s finances, and will “almost certainly” have to raise taxes. Finding this amount would allow the government to maintain the £10bn of headroom it has built into the system – but the IFS says there is a “strong case” for trying to increase it beyond this amount. IFS director Helen Miller said the lack of…

A customer just bought a coffee using bitcoin at Compass Coffee. This reportedly marked the first-ever Square terminal in the world to accept bitcoin. The pilot launch, showcased during DC Fintech Week, was made possible through Square’s new Bitcoin payment integration. According to a Compass Coffee X post, the system worked seamlessly across multiple Bitcoin wallets, demonstrating the power of open payment standards and the Lightning Network. Compass Coffee, a beloved D.C. chain with 27 locations, hosted the demonstration and invited lawmakers and fintech leaders to see the technology in action. “Cannot wait to see this come to Square devices…

Noor NanjiCulture reporterA nervous fart cuts through tension in the TraitorsSpoiler warning: This article reveals details from the third episode of The Celebrity TraitorsThere were murders, betrayals… and a fart.The third episode of The Celebrity Traitors has taken place, and veteran British actress Celia Imrie releasing wind at a tense point in the game was one of the moments that got viewers talking.”What just happened?” presenter Claudia Winkleman demanded to know.”I just farted, Claudia. It’s nerves, but I always own up,” responded Imrie, sparking howls of laughter.Winkleman then had to tell the celebrities to settle down, before they launched into…

By Mark James, updated October 15, 2025 A bill that will allow the state of Michigan in the United States to hold reserves in cryptocurrency has moved forward. This is the first progress it has made in seven months. A strategic reserve is a store of a commodity or resource. They are used in times of emergency to alleviate a crisis. For example, the US has a strategic reserve of oil, which it has released during embargoes and price hikes. It also has health supplies, which are kept for national disasters. Yet Michigan has become the fourth state to create…

India batsman Virat Kohli(Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) Former India cricket head coach Ravi Shastri has revealed insights about Virat Kohli’s leadership style and transformation from an aggressive captain to a more composed player. Speaking on the LiSTNR Sport podcast, Shastri discussed how Kohli would confront players over fitness issues and react intensely when wickets fell during his captaincy tenure, which saw India achieve significant milestones including their first Test series win in Australia.Kohli’s evolution from a 20-year-old aggressive player to a 36-year-old seasoned professional has been notable in Indian cricket. His demeanor has shifted from being brash and confrontational…

UPPSC APO application deadline is today; apply online at uppsc.up.nic.in UPPSC APO recruitment 2025: The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) will close the application window for the Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Examination 2025 today. Eligible candidates who have not yet submitted their applications can apply online at the official website, uppsc.up.nic.in.The recruitment drive is being held to fill a total of 182 vacancies under the APO 2025 notification. As per the official details, the last date for submission of application forms is today, while the correction window will remain open until October 24, 2025.UPPSC APO recruitment 2025: Eligibility and…

The Ethereum Foundation has deposited 2,400 ETH into Morpho’s lending vaults, along with roughly $6 million in stablecoins. This marks a notable shift in how the foundation is handling its treasury. It looks like they’re getting more comfortable with using DeFi protocols directly. On-chain analysts say this might be the largest single exposure the foundation has taken on in a permissionless lending system. Morpho is an open DeFi platform designed to improve capital efficiency. It matches borrowers and lenders more directly, reducing the gap between borrowing and lending rates. By using Morpho, the Ethereum Foundation is putting serious trust in…