The National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) released a statement Thursday regarding a political contribution by the Orlando Magic organization. The statement comes after Orlando Magic LTD donated $50,000 to Never Back Down Inc., which describes itself as a “grassroots movement to elect Governor Ron DeSantis for President in 2024.” A generic basketball photo of the… Continue reading NBA players union calls Orlando Magic’s political contribution ‘alarming’
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Fitch downgrades US credit rating to AA+, Treasury calls it ‘arbitrary’
Rating agency Fitch on Tuesday downgraded the U.S. government’s top credit rating, a move that drew an angry response from the White House and surprised investors, coming despite the resolution of the debt ceiling crisis two months ago. Fitch downgraded the United States to AA+ from AAA, citing fiscal deterioration over the next… Continue reading Fitch downgrades US credit rating to AA+, Treasury calls it ‘arbitrary’
Taliban-run Afghanistan calls for removal of sanctions in meeting with US
The Taliban-appointed acting Foreign Minister of Afghanistan, Amir Khan Muttaqi, in a meeting with US officials in Doha stressed the need for the removal of sanctions, said Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid, TOLO News reported. TOLO News is an Afghan news channel broadcasting from Kabul. Mujahid told TOLO News that Muttaqi also urged… Continue reading Taliban-run Afghanistan calls for removal of sanctions in meeting with US
SC calls for evolving process to deal with violence against Manipur women
The Supreme Court on Monday called for evolving a broad mechanism to deal with violence against women in strife-torn Manipur and asked how many FIRs have been registered in such incidents in the state since May. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, told a bench headed by Chief Justice D Y… Continue reading SC calls for evolving process to deal with violence against Manipur women
Indian coach Rahul Dravid calls retiring Stuart Broad a special cricketer
Stuart Broad retirement. Photo: England Cricket India head coach Rahul Dravid has described the retiring England fast bowler Stuart Broad as a “special cricketer”, whose great partnership with James Anderson will be remembered for ages. The 37-year-old Broad on Saturday announced that he will retire from international cricket after the conclusion of the… Continue reading Indian coach Rahul Dravid calls retiring Stuart Broad a special cricketer
Bhutan’s Foreign Secy calls for Delhi’s support for Thimphu’s development
Bhutan’s Foreign Secretary, Aum Pema Choden, on the final day of her two-day India visit, called on External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. The two held discussions on India’s support for Bhutan’s development aspirations. “Pleased to receive Foreign Secretary Aum Pema Choden of Bhutan after the India-Bhutan Development Cooperation Talks this evening. Discussed… Continue reading Bhutan’s Foreign Secy calls for Delhi’s support for Thimphu’s development
Meghalaya CM calls for political parties to engage on issues in Northeast
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma has urged political parties to take a keen interest in the Northeast region and address the challenges faced by its communities. Speaking about the recent violence in Manipur, CM Sangma emphasized the importance of peace in the state for the overall well-being of… Continue reading Meghalaya CM calls for political parties to engage on issues in Northeast