Ten-year-old Ashirvad Sooryavanshi, younger brother of cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, scored 103 runs off 87 balls in his debut match for Cricket Academy Tajpur. Ashirvad, who has only been playing for six months, is a right-handed batter and right-arm medium pacer, drawing comparisons to Hardik Pandya.
KT Wiz pitcher Ko Young-pyo gave up nine hits over six innings but limited the Doosan Bears to two runs in a 6-2 victory, the Wiz's third consecutive win in the KBO. Ko acknowledged his shaky process despite the positive result, noting too many hits and a high pitch count.
Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot proposed projecting Rahul Gandhi as the face of the INDIA bloc, advocating for a 'Modi versus Rahul Gandhi' contest. Gehlot also criticized the BJP's politics, stating Indira Gandhi would have banned such a party, and expressed concerns about democracy and institutions under pressure.
Stablecoin liquidity on the XRP Ledger (XRPL) has nearly doubled in a month, approaching $1 billion, largely due to Ripple's RLUSD. This surge supports Ripple's strategy to position XRPL as a payment rail for AI agents, enabling automated, fast, and rule-enforced transactions, a market projected to reach $183 billion by 2033.
Embraer is proposing its KC-390 Millennium aircraft to the Indian Air Force for a potential contract of up to 80 medium military transport planes, valued at $12 billion. The deal includes indigenous manufacturing and establishing India as a production base.
Seibu Lions pitcher Taira secured his fifth win, pitching 6 innings with 1 run allowed and maintaining his ERA below 1.00. Despite a shaky fourth inning with multiple walks, he struck out two key batters in the sixth to preserve the lead.
Across Mexico, communities are creating football pitches in unique and challenging locations, from volcano craters to urban underpasses, fostering dreams of professional play and community connection ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Somali referee Omar Artan, Africa's top official, was denied entry to the US for the World Cup despite a valid visa, citing unspecified "vetting concerns." The decision sparked outrage and highlighted concerns over US immigration policies and travel bans affecting athletes and officials.
At the Island States Ocean Summit in Tokyo, Japan's Sanae Takaichi presented Japan as a reliable partner for Pacific nations, pledging support against climate change impacts and enhancing maritime security, offering an alternative to superpower influence.
Four years after England's transformative Test series win against New Zealand, the two teams prepare for a rematch at Lord's. Coach Brendon McCullum aims to evolve England's attacking style, while NZ captain Kane Williamson focuses on his team's preparation.
Four candidates vying for the unified Jeonnam-Gwangju education superintendent position held final campaign rallies on June 2, one day before the June 3 local elections. Despite continuous rain, candidates appealed for votes across Gwangju and Jeonnam.
Hong Kong's massive 11 Skies retail and office complex, adjacent to the international airport, is largely vacant with 800 shops empty and only two food outlets open. The Airport Authority plans to reconfigure the space for dining and entertainment, aiming for a 2028 opening, amidst challenges including the Middle East war and changing travel patterns impacting the airport's HK$141.5 billion three-runway system project.
Mets pitcher Kodai Senga, on the injured list with lumbar inflammation, pitched in a rehab game for Class A St. Lucie on May 22. He allowed 2 runs on 4 hits with 2 strikeouts over 3.1 innings. Shohei Ohtani was ranked 5th on Forbes' list of highest-earning athletes.
New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole returned from an 8-month layoff due to elbow surgery, pitching 6 scoreless innings against the Tampa Bay Rays. Despite his strong performance, the Yankees lost 2-4, delaying Cole's first win of the season.
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan announced a publicly-owned apprenticeship academy, while Opposition Leader Jess Wilson pledged 25% of infrastructure funding to regional areas if the Coalition wins the upcoming state election.
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan announced a publicly-owned apprenticeship academy for electrical trades, while Opposition Leader Jess Wilson pledged 25% of infrastructure funding to regions if the Coalition wins the November election.
IMAX is reportedly exploring a potential sale, sparking a 14% surge in its stock. Analysts see the company as an undervalued, attractive asset for tech giants, studios, or private equity firms.
Premier League fixtures for Sunday include Brighton vs Man Utd, Burnley vs Wolves, Crystal Palace vs Arsenal, Fulham vs Newcastle, Liverpool vs Brentford, Man City vs Aston Villa, Nott'm Forest vs Bournemouth, Sunderland vs Chelsea, Tottenham vs Everton, and West Ham vs Leeds.
Vedanta chairman Anil Agarwal is advocating for an IPL franchise for Bihar, citing the state's rich cricketing talent and its right to a national identity. He highlighted players like Ishan Kishan and Vaibhav Suryavanshi, expressing his dream to provide Bihar's youth with world-class sporting opportunities within the state.
IMAX shares surged over 10% in extended trading Thursday after The Wall Street Journal reported the premium theater company is exploring a potential sale. Sources indicate preliminary talks have occurred, with CEO Rich Gelfond previously expressing openness to such a deal.
SpaceX is positioning AI as its future, projecting a $26.5 trillion market opportunity, but faces stiff competition from OpenAI and Anthropic. Its Grok chatbot has struggled for adoption, and the company faces regulatory and reputational risks.
India's cricket management plans to shift from preparing turning tracks to sporting pitches offering gradual wear and tear for upcoming home Test matches. This decision follows recent series defeats against New Zealand and South Africa, which have impacted their World Test Championship standing. Venues for the next six home Tests have been selected with pitch conditions in mind.
Following consecutive home Test series losses, India's cricket management plans to shift from preparing turning tracks to 'sporting pitches' offering gradual wear and tear. This strategy aims to improve batting performance and ensure matches last five days.
Delhi Capitals coach Hemang Badani expressed frustration over the team's poor home record in IPL 2026, attributing it to unpredictable pitch conditions at Arun Jaitley Stadium. Despite a win against Rajasthan Royals, DC's home struggles persist, with only two wins in seven matches.
