FEMA administrator on N.C. flooding: “I don’t know that anybody could be fully prepared”
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell called the storm “a true multi-state event” that’s had “significant impacts” across five states.
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Transcript: Ret. Gen. Stanley McChrystal on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” Sept. 29, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Retired Army General Stanley McChrystal on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan” that aired on Sept. 29, 2024.
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Deadline for IPL teams to finalise their retained players list announced
The IPL has unveiled its retention rules, allowing franchises to keep up to six players through direct retention or Right to Match options. Teams must submit their final list by October 31, 2024. A new ‘pay more to retain more’ policy affects the auction purse, with specific costs associated with retaining capped and uncapped players.
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Daylight saving time 2024 to end in November: What is it and its history
In five weeks, daylight saving time will conclude, granting US citizens an additional hour of sleep. This twice-yearly clock adjustment aims to provide more daylight during specific seasons but remains a contentious issue. Currently observed from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November, some lawmakers are contemplating its permanent cessation.
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Respect beyond Rivalry: When Kohli defended Smith from jeering fans
During the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup, Virat Kohli intervened when Indian fans booed Australian batsman Steve Smith due to his involvement in a previous ball-tampering scandal. Kohli asked the crowd to show respect instead. This act of sportsmanship was widely praised, highlighting the importance of fairness and mutual respect in cricket.
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Rejected Canadian study permit? Fast-track your review with Canada’s new pilot program starting Oct 1: Eligibility and how to apply
Canada is launching a Study Permit Pilot Project on October 1 to speed up judicial reviews for rejected study permit applications. The initiative aims to reduce the review timeline from the current 14-18 months to under five months, offering a quicker path for international students seeking resolution after rejection.
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New Milestone! Brook surpasses Kohli, Dhoni…
Harry Brook from England made history by scoring 312 runs in a bilateral ODI series against Australia, overtaking Indian cricket stars Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni. His crucial knock of 72 off 52 balls helped England post a total of 308 runs in the final ODI. This achievement marks the highest run tally by any…
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‘I am fine now’, says Musheer in first statement after car accident. Watch
Young all-rounder Musheer Khan survived a car accident while traveling to join the Mumbai team for the Irani Cup. He suffered a neck fracture and will be sidelined for several months. His father also escaped serious injury. Musheer is currently awaiting further medical assessment in Mumbai after being discharged from Medanta Hospital in Lucknow.
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Pakistan a failed state, China dictating actions: Baloch activist
Razzak Baloch from the Baloch Human Rights Council condemned Pakistan and China for exploiting resources in Balochistan during a protest in Geneva. He demanded their removal to ensure peace for the people of Balochistan, Sindh, and Pashtunistan. He accused both nations of human rights violations and resource exploitation, calling Pakistan a failed state.
