Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 15:37:15 GMT
Comedian Hannah Gadsby slams Netflix's Ted Sarandos after being referenced in Dave Chappelle memo
Washington [US], October 15 (ANI): Australian comedian Hannah Gadsby has spoken out strongly against Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos after being referenced in his memo defending Dave Chappelle.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Sarandos has been under fire this week after Chappelle's latest stand-up special for the streamer 'The Closer', was criticized as transphobic.
The executive had said in a staff memo that the special...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 14:56:13 GMT
Understand England's point of view, bubble life can be challenging: Warner
Dubai [UAE], October 15 (ANI): Australia opening batter David Warner has sympathised with the England cricket team, saying the bubble life can have its toll and it can be very challenging.
Australia and England are slated to lock horns in five-match Ashes, beginning December 8 at the Gabba, Brisbane.
"When it comes to bubbles it is challenging. I do see England's point of view. Coming to Australia, the questions being ask...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 11:56:05 GMT
When CSK needed Dhoni in Qualifier against DC, he stood up: Watson
New Delhi [India], October 15 (ANI): Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson has said that Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper MS Dhoni knows how to get the best out of his players.
CSK will square off against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the IPL 2021 final later on Friday at the Dubai International Stadium.
"MS Dhoni just knows how to continuously bring an environment together and get the best out of the players. That ...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 11:37:32 GMT
ISL: SC East Bengal defeat Vasco SC in pre-season friendly
Panaji (Goa) [India], October 15 (ANI): SC East Bengal breezed past Vasco SC 3-1 in their first pre-season friendly at the Don Bosco Ground here on Friday. Semboi Haokip, Subha Ghosh, and U-20 developmental player Siddhant Shirodkar were on target for the red and gold brigade.
Head coach Manolo Diaz gave starts to Sankar Roy in goal with Raju Gaikwad and Joyner Lourenco playing at the heart of the defence. Sarineo Fernand...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 09:18:49 GMT
WBBL: Wilson to miss Sydney Thunder's opening game, Emily Smith named replacement
Hobart [Australia], October 15 (ANI): Tahlia Wilson will miss Sydney Thunder's opening match of their Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) campaign with a minor leg injury, the club informed on Friday.
Wilson will be replaced by Tasmania-based player, Emily Smith, in Saturday night's match against the Adelaide Strikers.
According to Sydney Thunder, the competition's defending champions have called Smith in under the WBBL's loca...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 08:55:48 GMT
Australia's Sydney to end hotel quarantine as it 'opens for business'
Sydney [Australia], October 15 (ANI/Xinhua): The Australian state of New South Wales (NSW) with Sydney as the capital city will end COVID-19 hotel quarantine requirements for people entering the state from November 1.
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet said people would only need to test for the disease before boarding a flight and they would also need to show proof of full vaccination.
"For double vaccinated people around the...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 07:55:08 GMT
Preview: Domestic young blood to shine in new CBA season
© Provided by Xinhua CBA new season will kick off on Saturday as more dometic young players are set to play crucial roles.ZHUJI, China, Oct. 15 (Xinhua) -- The new season of China's top-tier men's basketball league CBA will kick o...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 05:55:37 GMT
WBBL 'working' with Tasmanian Government to stage games amid COVID-19 induced lockdown
Hobart [Australia], October 15 (ANI): The COVID-19 induced three-day lockdown by the Tasmanian Government on Friday "in the interests of public health" has put the weekend games of Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) in doubt.
Four WBBL matches are scheduled to take place on Saturday and Sunday and the tournament organisers said that they are currently working with the Tasmanian Government on exploring the options.
"The Weber ...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 05:18:33 GMT
IPL 2021: Can't believe how time went by with amazing Delhi Capitals bunch, says pacer Nortje
Melbourne [Australia], October 15 (ANI): Delhi Capitals pacer Anrich Nortje said he was "proud" to be a part of the set-up but expressed "disappointed" on not being able to clinch the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 trophy.
Delhi Capitals' IPL 2021 campaign ended with a hurtful defeat as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) got over the line courtesy Rahul Tripathi's six off Ashwin in the final over.
Nortje shared pictures from h...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 04:40:15 GMT
Ons Jabeur makes Indian Wells semifinals, seals top-10 spot
Ons Jabeur will become the first Arab tennis player ever to rank among the world's top 10 thanks to a 7-5, 6-3 win over Estonia's Anett Kontaveit on Thursday in the quarterfinals of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, Calif.
Jabeur's semifinal opponent will be 21st-seeded Paula Badosa of Spain, who upset 10th-seeded Angelique Kerber of Germany 6-4, 7-5.
Jabeur, a 27-year-old Tunisian, is currently ranked 14th in the w...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 04:37:28 GMT
Ashes: Tim Paine 'shattered' after finding out about Pucovski's concussion episode
Melbourne [Australia], October 15 (ANI): Australia Test skipper Tim Paine said he was "shattered" after he found out that opening batsman Will Pucovski received a knock to his head and is recovering from concussion symptoms.
The 23-year-old has suffered from nine concussions and is currently managing his recovery in consultation with Cricket Victoria's medical staff. Paine said Pucovski is still hoping to recover at some ...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 04:27:08 GMT
T20 WC: Finch feels Maxwell's style can be an asset on UAE wickets
Dubai [UAE], October 15 (ANI): Australia skipper Aaron Finch has said the side will be flexible in picking up the players for the middle-order in the upcoming T20 World Cup.
Australia will open their campaign in the T20 World Cup against South Africa in the first game of the Super 12 stage at the Abu Dhabi Stadium on October 23.
Finch said Maxwell will most likely bat in the middle overs for Australia in the showpiece eve...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 01:19:14 GMT
Robert Streb's record start leads to first-round lead at CJ Cup
Robert Streb played his first six holes a red-hot 7 under par on Thursday en route to an 11-under 61 and a one-shot lead through one round of the CJ Cup at Summit.
Keith Mitchell made a late charge at Streb's lead and finished the afternoon with a 10-under 62 at The Summit Club in Las Vegas.
Streb birdied the first two holes before reaching the green in two at the par-5 third hole. He buried a 12-foot eagle putt and pul...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 14:37:49 GMT
T20 WC: No issue with Warner's preparation, he is in great spirits, says Finch
Dubai [UAE], October 14 (ANI): Left-handed batter David Warner might have been dropped from the playing XI of SunRisers Hyderabad, but Australia skipper Aaron Finch has rallied behind the maverick batter, saying he would be ready to go when the T20 World Cup comes around.
Warner was first removed as SunRisers Hyderabad skipper and then he was even omitted from the playing XI.
"I think over the years, we have seen when he ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 14:18:49 GMT
Sibley, Parkinson added in England Lion's squad for Australia tour
London [UK], October 14 (ANI): A 14-strong squad has been selected for the England Lions tour of Australia starting in November. The touring party will depart on November 4 along with the Test specialists selected in the Ashes squad.
Selection is subject to passing Lions' minimum fitness standards, which will be administered over the coming weeks.
Lions squad to tour Australia:Tom Abell (Somerset)Josh Bohannon (Lancashire...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 10:37:29 GMT
Battle against Virat Kohli this year was my favourite, says Anderson
Manchester [UK], October 14 (ANI): England pacer James Anderson has said his battle against India skipper Virat Kohli in this year's Test series was his favourite and he also said that both fierce opponents have mutual respect for each other.
Anderson managed to dismiss Kohli twice at a cost of 64 runs in the course of four completed Tests.
"This summer was probably my favourite contest with Virat. We've had a few good ba...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 10:37:26 GMT
BBL: Brisbane Heat rope in Somerset captain Tom Abell to replace Banton
Brisbane [Australia], October 14 (ANI): Brisbane Heat on Thursday announced the signing of English batsman Tom Abell as the team's third international player for the upcoming Big Bash League (BBL).
The Somerset captain will replace his county teammate Tom Banton, who opted not to take up his BBL contract with the Heat last month.
Heat coach Wade Seccombe said Brisbane Heat was excited to welcome Abell, who took Somerset t...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 09:55:57 GMT
Australia batsman Will Pucovski suffers concussion in training
Melbourne [Australia], October 14 (ANI): Australia Test opening batsman Will Pucovski received a knock to his head and is recovering concussion symptoms, Cricket Victoria informed on Thursday.
The 23-year-old has suffered from nine concussions and is currently managing his recovery in consultation with Cricket Victoria's medical staff.
"Cricket Victoria confirms Will Pucovski received a knock to the head in training with ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 09:37:22 GMT
IPL 2021: Watson explains why Hazlewood is 'very hard' to play in UAE conditions
Dubai [UAE], October 14 (ANI): Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson has explained how Chennai Super Kings (CSK) pacer Josh Hazlewood is able to take advantage of the conditions on offer when there is a little bit of dew.
Watson drew a comparison between Hazlewood and former Australia bowler Glenn McGrath ahead of the IPL 2021 final, set to be played between CSK and KKR on Friday.
"For me, the thing that I have loved ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 08:55:51 GMT
IPL 2021: I wasn't chasing 136, just went out there to bat, says KKR opener Venkatesh Iyer
Sharjah [UAE], October 14 (ANI): Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) opener Venkatesh Iyer said he was just playing his own game and trying to analyze the situation in Qualifier 2 of the Indian Premier League on Wednesday.
Needing 136 runs to win, KKR were off to a brisk start, courtesy Shubman Gill and Venkatesh Iyer. The duo cashed in on all the scoring opportunities and took KKR to 51/0 in the first six overs. But they lost th...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 08:18:42 GMT
Australia's 19-year-old bowler Darlington becomes youngest WBBL captain
Sydney [Australia], October 14 (ANI): Sydney Thunder on Thursday named 19-year-old Australia bowler Hannah Darlington as the captain of the team for the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) season seven.
Darlington stands in for Rachael Haynes, who has decided to withdraw from the entire WBBL, post the birth of her son, Hugo. Darlington is the youngest captain in the competition's history.
Darlington, who was raised in Sydney's...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:55:40 GMT
T20 World Cup: Brett Lee backs India to reach final
Melbourne [Australia], October 14 (ANI): Former Australia fast bowler Brett Lee has backed India to reach the finals of ICC T20 World Cup 2021.
The legendary pacer, however, wants Australia to win the World Cup and considers that it is the best chance for the Aaron Finch-led side to clinch the coveted trophy.
"I've backed KL Rahul to get the most runs in the competition. I think KL Rahul coming off a great IPL, he's the p...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 06:55:40 GMT
Australia 'pleased' to find window in 2023 to tour SA for postponed Test series
Melbourne [Australia], October 14 (ANI): Cricket Australia is optimistic of having a new window to play the Test series against South Africa in 2023, which was postponed earlier this year.
Australia's three-match Test tour of South Africa was postponed due to an 'unacceptable' coronavirus risk. Cricket Australia in February 2021 had said that travelling from Australia to South Africa at that time would have had an unaccep...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 06:55:39 GMT
Eddings guided Aus cricket through some of its greatest challenges: CA interim chair Freudenstein
Melbourne [Australia], October 14 (ANI): Richard Freudenstein, Cricket Australia interim Chair, who was elected on Wednesday following the resignation of Earl Eddings, said it is anticipated the Board will appoint a permanent Chair by the end of 2021.
"Everything that has been achieved in the past 12 months shows not only the resilience of our sport but also what can be done when we work together. This is a clear lesson w...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 06:55:37 GMT
Fourth Annual Bloomberg New Economy Forum announces new programming and initiatives, November 16-19 in Singapore
New Delhi [India], October 14 (ANI/BusinessWire India): As"The global economic challenges deepened by the pandemic bring a special level of urgency to this year's New Economy Forum," said Michael R. Bloomberg, Founder of Bloomberg L.P. and Bloomberg Philanthropies. "The quick transition from COP26 to the Forum gives us a unique window of opportunity -- and we plan to seize it, by working together to accelerate our recover...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 06:18:34 GMT
Australia reports record COVID-19 cases, higher unemployment rate amid lockdown
Canberra [Australia], October 14 (ANI/Xinhua): Australia has reported a new record number of COVID-19 cases as the country continues to battle the third wave of infections.
On Thursday morning, there were 2,749 new locally acquired coronavirus cases reported across Australia, beating the previous record of more than 2,500 set on Saturday. Eighteen new deaths were reported.
It included 2,297 new infections in Victoria, whi...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 05:55:33 GMT
T20 WC, Ind vs Pak: If you ask me, we'll win, says Babar Azam
Lahore [Pakistan], October 14 (ANI): Pakistan skipper Babar Azam has exuded confidence ahead of the blockbuster clash against India in the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2021.
India will face Pakistan in their opening game of the showpiece event at the Dubai International Stadium on October 24.
Babar feels Pakistan is better prepared since the Green Army has been playing cricket in UAE for the past three or four years.
"We've...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 03:55:22 GMT
Sending Stoinis at number 3 right decision, but we didn't get the outcome, says Ponting
Sharjah [UAE], October 14 (ANI): Delhi Capitals (DC) head coach Ricky Ponting feels it was the right decision to send Australia all-rounder Marcus Stoinis at number three against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Wednesday.
Stoinis played his first match in the UAE leg of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 on Wednesday. The star batter was promoted up the order but he failed to leave a mark as he scored 18 runs off 23 balls ag...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 03:18:19 GMT
In the face of threats from authoritarian actors Taiwan stands on democracy's first line of defense: Tsai Ing-wen
Taipei [Taiwan], October 14 (ANI): Amid the unrelenting Chinese incursions into Taiwan's air defence identification zone, President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday said that the country stands on democracy's first line of defense, in the face of increasing threats from authoritarian actors.
"Taiwan stands on democracy's first line of defense, in the face of increasing threats from authoritarian actors. We will not give in, and ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 02:40:07 GMT
Grigor Dimitrov overtakes Daniil Medvedev at Indian Wells
U.S. Open champion Daniil Medvedev saw his unbeaten streak end Wednesday when the top-seeded Russian lost 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 to Grigor Dimitrov in the fourth round of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, Calif.
Dimitrov, a 30-year-old Bulgarian who is seeded 23rd, trailed by a set and two service breaks before pulling off a stunning turnaround. Dimitrov won the last five games of the second set and the first three games of t...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 02:37:15 GMT
Australia's COVID-19 cases smash daily record
Sydney [Australia], October 14 (ANI/Xinhua): Australia has recorded its highest ever daily increase of COVID-19 cases on Thursday, with a spike of almost 2,750 new cases in three separate outbreaks.
The outbreaks, in the states of Victoria, New South Wales (NSW) and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), are part of the third wave of the pandemic that first hit the nation in early 2020.
Victoria is battling by far the la...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 01:03:04 GMT
AUKUS is 'textbook case' of nuclear proliferation: Chinese envoy
Geneva [Switzerland], October 14 (ANI): Terming AUKUS as a "textbook case" of nuclear proliferation based on the "Cold War mentality and narrow-minded geopolitical calculation", a Geneva-based Chinese diplomat on Wednesday criticised the formation of the AUKUS pact among the United States, Britain and Australia.
AUKUS is a trilateral security pact announced on September 15, will allow Australia to have nuclear submarines....[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 19:27:03 GMT
Multilateral Maritime Exercise Malabar underway in Bay of Bengal
New Delhi [India], October 14 (ANI): INS Ranvijay (D55) and INS Satpura (F48) are participating in phase two of the Multilateral Maritime Exercise Malabar in the Bay of Bengal, Indian Navy said on Wednesday.
The second phase of Naval Exercise Malabar 21 kicked off in the Bay of Bengal on Tuesday for a "free, open and inclusive" Indo-Pacific.
The exercise has the participation of nine ships including US Aircraft carrier US...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 17:03:20 GMT
Pankaj Tripathi will soon start filming 'Criminal Justice' Season 3
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 13 (ANI): Actor Pankaj Tripathi is all set to return as lawyer Madhav Mishra in the third season of the hit series 'Criminal Justice'.
Taking to his Instagram handle, Pankaj shared a video in which he introduced himself as the lawyer and talked about his ups and downs in the previous two cases. He further shared that he has a new case for which he has already started his preparations ...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 11:37:40 GMT
Denmark, Germany, Italy and Jersey begin road to ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022
Dubai [UAE], October 13 (ANI): The qualification pathway to the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022 Australia will continue this week with Denmark, Germany, Italy and Jersey set to compete in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Europe Qualifier hosted at the Desert Springs Cricket Ground in Spain.
The event will be played from October 15-21 as a double round robin format with the teams finishing first and second to progress to the ICC M...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 11:37:40 GMT
Head of Australian Olympic Committee against boycott of Beijing Winter Olympic Games
Sydney [Australia], October 13 (ANI/Xinhua): Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) President John Coates voiced against the boycott of the Olympic Games and reaffirmed that Australian athletes will take part in the Beijing Winter Olympic Games in 2022.
In an address to the National Press Club on Wednesday, Coates said the AOC will take 41 athletes to Beijing and Paralympics Australia will take nine athletes and two guides.
S...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 09:55:56 GMT
IPL 2021: Pant is a match-winner, says Shane Watson
Dubai [UAE], October 13 (ANI): Former Australian batter Shane Watson has lavished praise on the Delhi Capitals (DC) Rishabh Pant and has given him advice before IPL 2021's second Qualifier on Wednesday.
"My advice to Rishabh Pant is to play with freedom, have that air of arrogance and confidence - that he does when he's at his best like he did in that last game against Chennai Super Kings (CSK), those one-handed sixes," s...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 09:37:21 GMT
Jindal Global Law School signs 10 new MoUs for collaborations with leading international universities
Sonipat (Haryana) [India], October 13 (ANI/OP Jindal University): Pursuant to its commitment to promoting internationalization and continuing in its collaborative initiatives, Jindal Global Law School (JGLS), O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU), has signed MoUs to establish 10 new international collaborations with international partner universities.
The new partners of JGLS include 10 universities in 8 countries Australia...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 06:55:38 GMT
Sydney Thunders: Rachael Haynes withdraws from entire season of WBBL
Sydney [Australia], October 13 (ANI): Australian T20 vice-captain and Sydney Thunder skipper Rachael Haynes has decided to withdraw from the entire WBBL, post the birth of her son, Hugo.
Haynes advised Thunder's management earlier in the year that she intended to take parental leave during the opening rounds of the competition because they'd coincide with Hugo's birth.
However, besides the birth of her son, there have bee...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 06:37:29 GMT
Indian Wells: Zverev overcomes Murray; Tsitsipas, Monfils advance
California [USA], October 13 (ANI): The number three seed Alexander Zverev fought past a spirited effort from three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray in Stadium 1 on Tuesday afternoon, recovering from a break down in both sets to advance 6-4, 7-6(4) in the BNP Paribas Open.
With this win, Zverev has reached the fourth round in Indian Wells for the first time since 2016. The German will next play 14th seed, Gael Monfils...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 02:55:22 GMT
Optimal blood pressure helps our brains age slower: Study
Canberra [Australia], October 13 (ANI): People with elevated blood pressure that falls within the normal recommended range are at risk of accelerated brain ageing, according to new research from The Australian National University (ANU).
The research also found optimal blood pressure helps our brains stay at least six months younger than our actual age. The researchers are now calling for national health guidelines to be u...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 02:55:14 GMT
Nos. 2, 3, 4 seeds lose at Indian Wells
Numerous women's singles seeds were sent tumbling Tuesday at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, Calif.
No. 2 Iga Swiatek of Poland, No. 3 Barbora Krejcikova of the Czech Republic and the No. 4 Elina Svitolina of Ukraine all lost their fourth-round matches in straight sets.
In addition, the player who knocked out top-seeded Karolina Pliskova of the Czech Republic on Monday, Brazil's Beatriz Haddad Maia, was routed Tue...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 02:18:18 GMT
Earl Eddings resigns as Cricket Australia Chair, new Chair appointed for AGM
Melbourne [Australia], October 13 (ANI): Earl Eddings has stepped down as Chair of Cricket Australia and will not stand for re-election as a director at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday, ending a 13-year commitment to the organisation.
Eddings said he believed the decision was in the best interests of cricket and would provide the opportunity to continue the ongoing Board renewal process.
Eddings said he was p...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 21:19:14 GMT
Complexity rally to advance at Blast Premier
Complexity Gaming rallied from a map down to open the playoffs Tuesday, joining Heroic and Dignitas in advancing to the Round of 8 in the single elimination Blast Premier Fall Showdown.
Complexity eliminated MIBR 2-1 while Heroic and Dignitas both swept their matches. Heroic eliminated POGGERZ and Dignitas ousted Team Fiend.
Heroic will play Dignitas in the Round of 8 on Friday. Complexity await the winner of paIN Gamin...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 19:40:07 GMT
Joel Embiid: 76ers-Ben Simmons reunion 'doesn't have to be awkward'
Ben Simmons vowed to stay away and never return to the Philadelphia 76ers following critical comments from All-Star teammate Joel Embiid and marginal support from head coach Doc Rivers.
No trade gained traction and Simmons has returned to the team as the regular season is set to begin next week. In his most recent comments on the topic, Embiid said last week the situation was "borderline disrespectful."
Simmons has not ...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 15:37:53 GMT
Second phase of Naval Exercise Malabar 21 kicks off in Bay of Bengal for free, inclusive Indo-Pacific
New Delhi [India], October 12 (ANI): The second phase of Naval Exercise Malabar 21 kicked off in the Bay of Bengal on Tuesday for a "free, open and inclusive" Indo-Pacific.
"Phase 2 of Malabar_21 kicks off in Bay of Bengal between India, United States, Japan, and Australia. Free Open and Inclusive IndoPacific BridgesofFriendship MaritimePartnership NavalCooperation Interoperability," tweeted the Indian Navy spokesperson ...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 15:18:55 GMT
T20 WC: India to square off against England, Australia in warm-up fixtures
Dubai [UAE], October 12 (ANI): A total of 16 warm-up matches will be played between participant teams of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2021 - a precursor to a tournament.
It is pertinent to note that all of the matches in Abu Dhabi and Dubai will take place behind closed doors - no spectators will be allowed attendance.
India will square off against England on October 18 in Dubai and against Australia on October 20 in Dubai...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 14:37:55 GMT
Piyush Goyal calls for waiver of IPR, dismantling new trade barriers in global fight against COVID-19
New Delhi [India], October 12 (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal has called for waiver of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and dismantling new trade barriers in the global fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
"Our response to the pandemic needs to ensure equitable access to vaccines and other COVID-19 related health products by ensuring quick resolution of the supply side constraints. One of the...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 11:37:41 GMT
Australia likely to postpone Afghanistan Test: Report
Sydney [Australia], October 12 (ANI): Cricket Australia is all set to officially postpone the one-off Test Afghanistan later this week.
"We've made our position very clear that we support cricket as a sport for both women and men," the Sydney Morning Herald quoted Cricket Australia CEO Nick Hockley as saying.
"We've been trying to get clarity on what the situation is. It's obviously a difficult, complex, and challenging s...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 10:56:02 GMT
Australia female domestic cricketers to enjoy significant increase in payments
Melbourne [Australia], October 12 (ANI): Australia's female domestic cricketers will enjoy a significant increase in player payments this year in a further demonstration of cricket's commitment to setting the standard for women's sport.
An AUD 1.2 million increase in retainers -- AUD 800,000 for WNCL and AUD 400,000 for the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) -- will provide a higher base salary for female cricketers and recog...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 10:56:02 GMT
Was great experience playing in IPL and learning on the job, says Markram
Dubai [UAE], October 12 (ANI): South Africa batter Aiden Markram has said it was a great experience for him to play in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for Punjab Kings.
After spending four weeks with Punjab Kings in the UAE for the IPL, Markram has said that conditions are easiest for batting in Abu Dhabi, and most difficult in Sharjah.
"It was a great experience. I was in a less familiar role and it was nice to be expose...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 10:37:32 GMT
ICC T20I Rankings: Beth Mooney dethrones Shafali from top spot
Dubai [UAE], October 12 (ANI): Australia batter Beth Mooney has displaced Shafali Verma at the top of the ICC T20I Rankings for batters after a stunning display with the bat in Australia's twin victories over India.
After the first T20I was washed out, Mooney returned with scores of 34 and 61 as Australia completed an 11-5 multi-format series win over India. Mooney was originally not part of the squad but came in as a rep...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 09:37:24 GMT
2022 T20 WC: Hong Kong progress after cancellation of Asia B Qualifier
Dubai [UAE], October 12 (ANI): The ICC men's T20 World Cup Asia B Qualifier which is two steps away from Australia 2022 has been cancelled and Hong Kong will progress to the next stage of the pathway.
"Due to ongoing COVID-19 travel restrictions and the extensive quarantine periods for teams returning home after international travel the event has been cancelled," ICC said in a statement.
Bhutan, China, Malaysia, Myanmar, ...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 09:18:50 GMT
LG Electronics nominated as 'Best TV Brand' in Australia for 6th consecutive years
Seoul [South Korea], October 12 (ANI/Global Economic): LG Electronics on Monday announced that it has been selected as the best TV brand in Australia for the sixth consecutive year.
According to LG Electronics, it was selected as the best TV brand in a comprehensive evaluation of TV brands conducted by Australian consumer magazine 'Choice.'Choice selects the best TV brands every year by comprehensively evaluating various ...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 05:03:22 GMT
ApplyBoard expands presence in India with new office in Gurugram
Gurugram (Haryana) [India], October 12 (ANI/NewsVoir): ApplyBoard, the online platform empowering students around the world to access top-quality education, announces the grand opening of its brand-new office in Gurugram.
The state-of-the-art office located in DLF World Tech Park will provide international students, recruitment partners and schools increased access to exceptional service and technology.
Expanding ApplyBoa...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 04:44:14 GMT
Passing on colorful joy during COVID-19 lockdown in Australian capital
© Provided by Xinhua The Australian capital Canberra has been in lockdown for more than eight weeks. Although people couldn't get together to share happiness due to restrictions, they passed it on with colorful rocks.CANBERRA, Oct. 12...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 04:37:25 GMT
China slams former Australian PM Tony Abbot over Taiwan visit
Beijing [China] October 12 (ANI): China on Saturday hit out at former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott over his visit to Taiwan and issued a strong statement against him.
The development comes after Abbott, who is the Special Envoy for Indigenous Affairs of Australia, visited Taiwan last week and met President Tsai Ing-wen along with other government officials, Taiwan News reported.
In response to Abbott's visit, the...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 03:19:13 GMT
Top seed, defending champ lose at Indian Wells
The top seed and the defending champion were both eliminated Monday in the third round of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, Calif.
Brazil's Beatriz Haddad Maia, who only made the draw as a lucky loser from qualifying, stunned No.1-seeded Karolina Pliskova of the Czech Republic 6-3, 7-5.
Estonia's Anett Kontaveit, the 18th seed, posted a 7-6 (5), 6-3 win over 16th-seeded Bianca Andreescu, the Canadian who won the eve...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 02:18:33 GMT
Australian museum uncovers new shell species named amoria thorae
© Provided by Xinhua A rare mollusc was discovered in Australia following a local resident's donation of a collection of shells.SYDNEY, Oct. 12 (Xinhua) -- A curator from Australia's Queensland Museum made the shocking discovery of a ...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Oct 2021 19:18:02 GMT
China exploits the 'decade of danger'
Hong Kong, October 12 (ANI): Barely a day goes by without China making international headlines. Often center-stage is China's strategic ambitions and the modernization of its military. Indeed, Taiwan is increasingly standing out as a main flashpoint for potential conflict between China and other countries.
Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen said on her 10 October speech marking National Day: "Taiwan today is no longer seen ...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Oct 2021 16:19:15 GMT
Reports: Talks progressing to bring Ben Simmons back to Philly
The chances of All-Star guard Ben Simmons returning to Philadelphia have improved in recent days amid ongoing talks between the 76ers and the superstar's agency, Klutch Sports, ESPN and The Athletic reported Monday.
The Sixers continue to seek out possible trade partners for Simmons, per ESPN. But Klutch CEO Rich Paul and the organization have been working around the clock to hammer out a path for the 6-foot-11 to remain...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Oct 2021 13:56:12 GMT
Australia all-rounder Erin Burns to miss opening WBBL rounds
Sydney [Australia], October 11 (ANI): Australia and Sydney Sixers all-rounder Erin Burns will miss the opening rounds of the upcoming Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) due to personal reasons, the franchise announced on Monday.
Burns recently played in The Hundred in England and spent the mandatory fortnight in hotel quarantine before returning home to family on Sydney's northern beaches.
Sydney Sixers said alongside her pre...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Oct 2021 13:56:07 GMT
Malan has patience, concentration to let Australia's sledging go over his head: Boycott
London [UK], October 11 (ANI): Former England opener Geoffrey Boycott has said left-handed batter Dawid Malan has the patience and concentration to let Australia's sledging go over his head. England and Australia will lock horns in the five-match Ashes series, beginning December 8 in Brisbane.
"In Australia, the crowds are more vocal and partisan than in the UK. The Australian media get behind the home team, and try to he...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Oct 2021 11:56:06 GMT
Official Mascot revealed for FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup India 2022
New Delhi [India], October 11 (ANI): Coinciding with the International Day of the Girl Child, FIFA on Monday unveiled an Asiatic lioness, known as Ibha, as the Official Mascot for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup to mark exactly one year to go until the tournament kicks off.
Representing "Nari Shakti", or women's power, Ibha is a strong, playful, and charming Asiatic lioness that aims to inspire and encourage women and gir...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Oct 2021 11:19:03 GMT
Ashes: We would desperately like to play the fifth Test in Perth, says Nick Hockley
Perth [Australia], October 11 (ANI): Cricket Australia (CA) chief executive Nick Hockley has said the board is "desperately" trying to stage the fifth Ashes Test in Perth.
The Ashes between England and Australia is set to commence on December 8 in Brisbane. The fifth and final Test is slated to be played in Perth but the recent COVID-19 restrictions enforced by the West Australian government have created doubts over the m...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Oct 2021 10:55:56 GMT
T20 WC: I dare say that if I play, I'll be listed at No. 3, says Mitchell Marsh
Dubai [UAE], October 11 (ANI): Australia all-rounder Mitchell Marsh on Monday said that if he goes on to play the T20 World Cup, then he will be batting at the number three position.
Marsh was Australia's standout batting star on the recent tours of West Indies and Bangladesh, scoring 375 runs across 10 matches. In both the series, the star batted at number three for Australia, and he ended up showing phenomenal performan...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Oct 2021 09:37:14 GMT
Jaro Education unveils growth plans to strengthen its position in India's Ed Tech industry
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 11 (ANI/BusinessWire India): Jaro Education, one of the leading EdTech companies and a pioneer in the Executive Education space, today announced its robust growth plans to strengthen its position in the booming Ed Tech industry in India.
The company plans to drive its growth by offering additional unique programs especially in the tech-focused segment, and strengthening its partnershi...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Oct 2021 08:18:15 GMT
Australia's Sydney celebrates "Freedom Day" after end of 106-day lockdown
© Provided by Xinhua After more than 100 days of COVID-19 lockdown, some lockdown restrictions officially ended in Sydney at midnight on Sunday with local residents going outdoors to celebrate the long-anticipated "Freedom Day."SYDNEY...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Oct 2021 07:55:35 GMT
Indian Wells: Murray schools Alcaraz; Tsitsipas shines under lights
California [USA], October 11 (ANI): Former world number 1 Andy Murray moved into the third round of the BNP Paribas Open after defeating Carlos Alcaraz at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden on Sunday.
Battling it out at Stadium 2, 2009 runner-up moved into the next round with a three-hour 5-7, 6-3, 6-2 win over 18-year-old Spaniard Alcaraz. In his 13th Indian Wells appearance, the Scot advanced to the third round of an ATP Ma...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Oct 2021 06:55:32 GMT
Australia announces "Freedom Day" after 106 days in lockdown
Sydney [Australia], October 11 (ANI/Xinhua): As Sydney, capital of the Australian state of New South Wales (NSW), exited its 106-day lockdown Sunday, residents have re-emerged to celebrate a long-awaited "Freedom Day".
As some lockdown restrictions officially ended at midnight on Sunday and non-essential retail re-opened their doors, local Australians have lined up to get haircuts, visited 24-hour retail stores, and heade...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Oct 2021 05:37:25 GMT
IPL 2021: Ponting believes Curran will have a good learning experience after bowling last over against CSK
Dubai [UAE], October 11 (ANI): Chennai Super Kings required 13 runs from the final over to win Qualifier 1 of IPL 2021 against Delhi Capitals in Dubai on Sunday night. With Kagiso Rabada left with one over, DC captain Rishabh Pant opted to give the ball to Tom Curran who was playing his first game of the UAE leg.
In that over, Tom Curran removed Moeen Ali but Dhoni held the nerves and smashed three fours to seal the CSK's...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Oct 2021 05:37:25 GMT
Australia needs to make COVID-19 lockdowns 'a thing of the past' amid fighting 3rd wave: Treasurer
Canberra [Afghanistan], October 11 (ANI/Xinhua): Australian Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has declared that there will be no turning back to COVID-19 lockdowns as restrictions ease across the east coast amid the country's battle against the third wave of infections.
Frydenberg said that it was time for Australians to learn to live with COVID-19 as the fully vaccinated rate among adults approaches 70 percent.
His comments came...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Oct 2021 01:19:07 GMT
Albert Ramos-Vinolas upsets Felix Auger-Aliassime at Indian Wells
Spain's Albert Ramos-Vinolas converted 82.8 percent of his first-serve points while recording a 6-4, 6-2 upset of seventh-seeded Canadian Felix Auger-Aliassime on Sunday to advance to the third round of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, Calif.
It took the 33-year-old journeyman just 77 minutes to put away the 21-year-old Auger-Aliassime, who was a semifinalist last month at the U.S. Open.
Auger-Aliassime recorded se...[read more]
Published: Mon, 11 Oct 2021 18:16:09 GMT
Defiant Taiwan leader says island will not bow to China
Taiwan will not bow to pressure by Beijing and will defend its democratic way of life, President Tsai Ing-wen said Sunday during Taiwan's national day of celebrations.Foreign dignitaries, including a number of French, were in Taiwan in a week that saw the highest incursions by Chinese warplanes into Taiwan's self-proclaimed its air defence zone.Self-governed Taiwan's 23 million people live under the const...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 08:43:38 GMT
Worrall and Doggett rip through Queensland
South Australia 2 for 89 (Hunt 37*) trail Queensland 152 (Burns 48, Worrall 4-49) by 63 runsSouth Australia quicks Daniel Worrall and Brendan Doggett have torn through Queensland's high-quality top-order to put the Redbacks on top on a green day one pitch at Adelaide Oval.Worrall claimed 4 for 49 while Doggett, on debut for South Australia against his old side, took 3 for 25 including the prized scalps of...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 06:52:22 GMT
Pro-vax, pro-union, anti-fascist: Three things to be proud of
Dr Martin Hirst explains why he's been tweeting the hashtags #ProVax, #ProUnion, and #AntiFascist a lot recently.WHY DO I THINK these three slogans are so important today? Well, it's a simple story, really, but let me start with a bit of background.Have you heard that the ...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 06:52:18 GMT
Football season a big win despite pandemic fears
Dodging the world disease in Australia almost proved too much for sports industries trying to keep up elite entertainment for thousands of spectators and save their multi-million dollar balance sheets.The major codes - Australian Football League (AFL), National Rugby League (NRL) and international Rugby Union - resorted to moving their players in sealed-off "bubbles", holding them in camps away from home and loc...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 06:52:15 GMT
WHAT'S ON: Where To Invade Next Moore ideas for a better world
To discover what the USA can learn from other nations, Michael Moore playfully "invades" them to see what they have to offer. Newly released to Stan, digital editor Dan Jensen takes a look at what lessons we Australians might be able to learn, too.★★★★★...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 00:52:14 GMT
EXCLUSIVE: Gun club financial report shows mystery grant 'costs'
The regional gun club at the centre of investigations by the NSW corruption watchdog incurred "costs" in obtaining its $5.5 million government grant that were so substantial, they dinted its 2016 financial position.The Australian Clay Target Association's 2016 annual report says the gun club's 'successful application for a ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 06:52:21 GMT
How we are trying to buy an identity in capitalist economies
Trade deals are not really about trade.This is a realisation that has made me rethink the role that we as consumers play in the game of international trade. They are a tool with which developed countries create a position of superiority on the global economic stage. This position is ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 06:52:14 GMT
Flashback 2016: ICAC, Baird and corruption par excellence
As a corruption investigation into the NSW Government continues, with casualties at the top level, we're reminded that the state has had a history of poor premiership.In this article from 2016, Dr ...[read more]
Published: Thu, 14 Oct 2021 06:43:25 GMT
Tom Abell bound for Brisbane in the BBL
Somerset batter Tom Abell has signed with Brisbane Heat for the upcoming BBL. The promising right-hander also has a chance to be part of the England Lions squad set to tour Australia in support of England's Ashes squad.The 27-year-old replaces Somerset team-mate Tom Banton as the third overseas player at the Heat joining Ben Duckett and Mujeeb Ur Rahman.RelatedAbell comes off an excellent Vitality ...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 20:52:12 GMT
How Murdoch manipulates the climate of Australian politics
News Corp suddenly promoting climate change action is just another example of how Coalition governments and establishment media operate in tandem to create and control the political narrative.Many are viewing this unexpected Murdoch media about-fac...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 07:52:12 GMT
On IA: Weekly recap 13 October
IA's digital editor Dan Jensen takes a look back at some of the most important stories through the week.TRANSCRIPTHey, everyone. My name is Dan Jensen, digital editor for Independent Australia and let's take a look at the week on IA.(Intro)After the NSW Government was recently s...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 06:52:15 GMT
Coalition complacency worsened NSW COVID winter
The winter season added to the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic in NSW, which was already mismanaged by the Liberal Government, writes Dr Lee Duffield.THE DEATHS OF 360 pe...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 06:52:12 GMT
What living with COVID would really mean for Australia
Through careful management and planning, it would be possible for the Australian Government to take control of the COVID-19 pandemic, writes Professor John Quiggin.DESPITE CONTINUING high numbers of COVID-19 cases, lockdown restrictions have mostly been removed in New South Wales, at least for fully vaccinated people, with...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 06:43:59 GMT
Earl Eddings resigns as Cricket Australia chairman
Earl Eddings has resigned as Cricket Australia chairman and stepped down from the board just 24 hours out from Thursday's Annual General Meeting.Eddings had been a director for 13 years and the chairman since 2018 following the resignation of the previous chairman David Peever in the wake of the cultural reviews into Cricket Australia following the ball-tampering scandal in South Africa.Current director R...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 06:43:57 GMT
Rachael Haynes likely to miss the entire WBBL
Sydney Thunder captain Rachael Haynes has withdrawn from the entire WBBL due to a combination of injury, border closures, and parental leave, barring a change in quarantine arrangements for people leaving New South Wales.Haynes suffered a hamstring injury during the third ODI between Australia and India in Mackay last month and was ruled out of the remainder of the series including the day-night Test and the thr...[read more]
Published: Wed, 13 Oct 2021 06:43:55 GMT
Travis Head makes history hammering 230 in Marsh Cup
South Australia 9 for 391 (Head 230, Weatherald 97, Sandhu 4-73) versus QueenslandSouth Australia captain Travis Head has made history becoming just the third player to score two double-centuries in List A cricket after hammering 230 against Queensland at Karen Rolton Oval in Adelaide.Head joins India's Rohit Sharma, who has scored three in ODI cricket, and Englishman Ali Brown, who has the highest score ...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 21:52:22 GMT
Collaery's trial to be public, but it should be abandoned
In what has been a challenging time for democracy under the Morrison Government, the result of lawyer Bernard Collaery's appeal brings some joy.On 6 October, the A.C.T. Court of Appeal overturned the A.C.T. Supreme Cour...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 21:52:19 GMT
China versus USA: The demographic dimensions
As the China versus USA battle for world supremacy continues to hot up, it's worth considering how demographics may impact the battle, writes Dr Abul Rizvi.China's demographicsFrom around 1970 to 2015, the working-age population in China grew by an extraordinary 559 million (Chart 1). Over th...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 21:52:16 GMT
Gun club grant rejected for years before Daryl Maguire involvement
In an exclusive by Anthony Klan, it has been revealed that the gun club under ICAC investigation was repeatedly denied a grant before Daryl Maguire stepped in.THE REGIONAL GUN CLUB at the centre of the corruption inquiry that felled former NSW Premier ...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 21:52:12 GMT
A brief history of the Coalition's fake social media accounts
If Prime Minister Scott Morrison wants to weed out anonymous trolls on social media, he might want to start with his own government, writes Andrew P Street.YOU MIGHT BE AWARE that the current Federal Government are terribly worried about people using anonymous ...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 21:52:09 GMT
Telehealth would improve Australia's mental health statistics
A survey by health professionals has shown that Australians would be more likely to use mental health support if offered via telehealth. Paul Budde reports.AROUND 2005, in the days when we started to prepare for building the NBN, we had a special workgroup working on telehealth. At that time, we also discussed this with heal...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 06:43:42 GMT
WBBL previews: the squads, signings and players to watch
Click here for all the fixturesAdelaide StrikersCaptain: TBCCoach: Luke WilliamsLast season 6thSquad Jemma Barsby, Darcie Brown, Nell Bryson-Smith, Sarah Coyte, Meagan Dixon, Katie Mack, Tahlia McGrath, Tegan McPharlin, Dane van Niekerk (SA), Bridget Patterson, Maddie Penna, Annie O'Neil, Megan Schutt, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Laura Wolvaardt (SA)In Jemma Barsby (Scorchers), Nel...[read more]
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2021 06:04:15 GMT
Two jailed over $3.96 million methamphetamine seizure
Two Sydney men have been jailed for their involvement in the importation of 13.2 kilograms of methamphetamine concealed in two shipments of vehicle parts. The drugs had an estimated street value of $3.96 million.The men appeared at the Downing Centre District Court yesterday (11 October 2021) where they were sentenced to jail.The 32-year-old Roselands man was sentenced to four years and six months' jail, ...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 19:37:04 GMT
Can US ensure Taiwan's sovereignty without entering into war: Report
Taipei [Taiwan], October 16 (ANI): A threat looms around the US about a danger of war with communist China over Taiwan, reported local media.
Recently, supporting Taiwan has become more important than ever after US President Joe Biden's disastrous surrender to the Taliban in Afghanistan--in which he didn't consult or even inform our allies, reported Newsweek.
If the US fails to keep its decades-long public commitment to T...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 12:49:01 GMT
Indonesia posts trade balance surplus of 4.3 bln USD in September
JAKARTA, Oct. 15 (Xinhua) -- Indonesia recorded a trade balance surplus of 4.37 billion U.S. dollars in September 2021 with an export value of 20.60 billion dollars and an import value of 16.23 billion dollars, according to the country's Central Agency of Statistics. Thus, Indonesia's trade balance experienced a 17-month surplus in a row, the agency's head Margo Yuwono told a virtual press conference in Jakarta ...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 11:44:01 GMT
Ex-Chinese international criticizes China's performances in WC qualifiers
BEIJING, Oct. 15 (Xinhua) -- Chinese players' limited technical and tactical awareness were the main reasons for their poor performances in the FIFA World Cup qualification campaign, said former Chinese international Wang Xiaolong. Wang said he saw the writing on the wall even before the Chinese side started their campaign in early September. "The results of their campaign were easily expected, and it's a...[read more]
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 09:44:01 GMT
Xinhua world economic news summary at 0900 GMT, Oct. 15
CANBERRA -- Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on Friday that the government's position on net zero emissions would be outlined before he attends the United Nations UN Climate Change Conference in Glasgow. Morrison confirmed that he will travel to the conference, also known as COP26, which begins on Oct. 31 and runs until Nov. 12 in Britain. (Australia-Climate Change) - - - - KHARTOUM --...[read more]