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Young Black men in areas of Chicago, Philly more likely to die from guns than troops in battle

A young man living in an area around Garfield Park is 3.23 times more likely to die from a bullet than U.S. service members deployed to Afghanistan, a Boston College criminologist writes about a recent study.

Chicago Sun-Times

World Cup: Young and daring breakout stars

While several senior pros have set the ongoing World Cup alight with their skills, many young guns have also stormed the scene, leaving an indelible mark during the tournament with their splendid performances.

The Times of India

Why Western countries share the blame for the plight of 1.7 million Afghans being deported from Pakistan

On November 1, Pakistan began a nationwide operation to deport over 1.7 million Afghans it says are living in the country illegally. There are now an estimated 10,000 people returning to Afghanistan each day.

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Rahul hits fastest century by an Indian in World Cup

K.L. Rahul recorded the fastest century (62 balls) by an Indian batter in the ODI World Cup. He broke the record held by Rohit who hit a century in 63 deliveries against Afghanistan earlier in the tournament.

The Hindu

'Best bowling unit...': Nasser Hussain calls India's attack as its new 'Fab 5'

NEW DELHI: Former England captain Nasser Hussain has lauded the current Indian bowling unit as the best he has ever seen, comparing them to the iconic "Fab 5" batters of the early 2000s.

The Times of India

ODI World Cup 2023 takeaways: India dominates, England flops, Afghanistan arrives and Kohli shines

The Cricket World Cup group stage is over and four teams remain in the running for the title. Host nation India have swept through the tournament with nine wins, while England have put in one of the worst title defenses imaginable. Afghanistan have been a revelation, while Virat Kohli has…

The Hindu

Whistleblower David McBride declares ‘today I serve my country’ as trial starts over alleged leaking of war crime documents

Former military lawyer addresses supporters outside ACT court before trial over allegations he leaked material regarding war crimes in Afghanistan

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Australian who blew whistle on alleged Afghan war crimes stands trial

David McBride is facing trial before alleged Australian perpetrators of war crimes in Afghanistan he helped reveal.

Al Jazeera

World Cup: Coach Jonathan Trott sees improvement but rues missed chances

AHMEDABAD: Afghanistan were sniffing at the doorstep of the semifinals of ICC World Cup 2023 when they had Australia reeling at 91-7 in pursuit of 292, in Mumbai on Tuesday. However, two hours of stupendous batting by Glenn Maxwell blew them away. The loss against the five-time World champions left…

The Times of India

Pakistani police cracking down on migrants are arresting Afghan women and children, activists claim

Pakistani activists say police are arresting Afghan women and children in southern Sindh province as part of a government crackdown on undocumented migrants

The Independent UK

ICC World Cup | It’s an India vs New Zealand semifinal, yet again

India will be meeting New Zealand in the first World Cup semifinal on November 15 at Mumbai and South Africa to meet Australia in Kolkata on November 16.

The Hindu

2023 ODI World Cup achieves milestone of 1 million fans

MUMBAI: More than 1 million fans have now attended the 2023 ODI World Cup, with the event on track to become one of the most attended International Cricket Council events in history. With six games to go, the millionth fan came through the turnstiles during the match between Afghanistan and…

The Times of India

South Africa will ride on 'must-win mindset' in World Cup semi-final

NEW DELHI: South Africa's Rassie van der Dussen has emphasised the team's unwavering "must-win mindset" in the lead-up to their highly anticipated World Cup semi-final clash against five-time champions Australia. The Proteas secured a crucial victory in their concluding league match against Afghanistan, with Van der Dussen's unbeaten 76 playing…

The Times of India

World Cup: Australia aim to win big against Bangladesh

PUNE: Escape to victory lifts a team. There is no escaping this sports truism. But despite the stunning match-winning unbeaten double hundred by Glenn Maxwell, it will be hard to argue that the batter was in total control of his shots. Plus, Afghanistan had put them on the mat and…

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World Cup: Rassie van der Dussen the star as South Africa huff and puff to five-wicket victory against Afghanistan

AHMEDABAD: If South Africa were looking to correct an anomaly in their current World Cup campaign, the contest against Afghanistan at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday allowed them to tick an important box: ace a chase. At 182-5 after 37.1 overs in pursuit of 245, South Africa…

Al Jazeera

Q&A: Bali bomber on crime, punishment, and what motivated deadly attack

Umar Patek was freed last year after serving 11 years in jail for his role in the Bali bombings that killed 202 people.

France 24

Cricket World Cup: Afghanistan's dream run captures global attention

Afghanistan may not have won the Cricket World Cup, but their inspiring run brought them to the cusp of the semi-finals. Each win gave people back home rare opportunities for public celebration in the war-torn, Taliban-controlled country. The team has an uneasy relationship with the government. It still plays under…

The Times of India

We are 50-50 when chasing and we would like to improve that: SA batsman Rassie van der Dussen

NEW DELHI: South African top-order batsman Rassie van der Dussen acknowledged the need for improvement in the team's ability to chase runs after facing challenges against Afghanistan bowlers in their World Cup match in Ahmedabad.

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SA vs AFG: Rassie van der Dussen steers South Africa to victory as Afghanistan exit World Cup

NEW DELHI: Rassie van der Dussen struck a calm unbeaten half-century after pacer Gerald Coetzee grabbed a four-for as South Africa registered a comfortable five-wicket win over Afghanistan in their last World Cup group game on Friday in Ahmedabad.

The Hindu

IOC to decide on Afghanistan’s participation in LA Olympics 2028, says ICC CEO Allardice

The ICC CEO Geoff Allardice has said that the final call on Afghanistan’s participation in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles will be taken by the IOC. The ICC has been working with the Taliban to resume the sport for women in the country, but the new set of…

The Times of India

IOC to decide on Afghanistan's participation in LA Olympics 2028, says ICC CEO Allardice

LONDON: ICC CEO Geoff Allardice has said that the final call on Afghanistan's participation in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles will be taken by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

The Guardian - UK

‘They bring us joy’: Afghans swept up in cricketing fairytale

Blue Tigers’ exceptional performances in India a ray of light in country beset by problems

Al Jazeera

Sport Weekly: Afghanistan light up the Cricket World Cup

Al Jazeera talks to Afghanistan’s captain, coach, and ex bowling coach about an incredible World Cup campaign.

The Hindu

SA vs AFG | South Africa scrapes past spirited Afghanistan

Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi won the toss and chose to bat against South Africa in their must-win World Cup match. Proteas brought in Phehlukwayo and Coetzee, while Afghanistan remain unchanged

The Times of India

World Cup: Afghanistan opt to bat against South Africa

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi won the toss and chose to bat against South Africa in the 42nd match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday.

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