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Argentina’s Lionel Messi practices for the FIFA World Cup soccer tournament Thursday, June 11, 2026, in Kansas City, Kan. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) Lionel Messi may be leading the Golden Boot race and continues to rewrite FIFA World Cup history, but the Argentine captain is not the highest-rated attacking player of the tournament after the group…
Jim Thorpe, aka Switzerland of America, because of its mountainous setting, is known for its century old Victorian architecture. The town was originally founded as Mauch Chunk in the early 19th century, the town prospered through coal mining and the railroad industry. Its grand opera house, elegant mansions, old railway station and beautifully preserved commercial…
Grandmaster Harshavardhan GB with his parents (Designed by TimesofIndia.com) NEW DELHI: As India moves one step closer to the landmark of producing 100 Grandmasters, Chennai, long hailed as the “Mecca of Indian chess”, has found itself as the protagonist again.On Sunday, Harshavardhan GB became India’s 97th Grandmaster (GM) from the very land. Pulling off three…
India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate admitted the dressing room was left in “disbelief” after the T20 world champions suffered a 2-0 series defeat against Ireland, saying the visitors were “outdone and outsmarted” because they failed to adapt to the conditions.After losing the opening T20I by 34 runs, India went down by one run in…
Magnus Carlsen, Anish Giri, Divya Deshmukh, and Koneru Humpy The player draft for Season 4 of the Global Chess League (GCL) produced plenty of excitement on Monday, with Indian Grandmaster Nihal Sarin emerging as one of the most sought-after players. After a bidding battle, Sarin was signed by American Gambits, adding further strength to a…
From a humble grocery shop in a Telangana village, Thota Vaikuntam’s artistic journey blossomed. Despite early doubts, his dedication led him to international acclaim. Inspired by his mother and the women of his village, his distinctive paintings, featuring dusky-toned figures adorned with traditional elements, now grace museums worldwide. His unwavering commitment to his craft continues…
England captain Ben Stokes during day four of the 3rd Test match between England and New Zealand at Trent Bridge on June 28, 2026 in Nottingham, England. (Photo/Getty Images) England’s hopes of ending Ben Stokes’ captaincy on a winning note faded on the fifth morning at Trent Bridge as New Zealand completed a 160-run victory…
IAS officer Awanish Sharan defied the trend of quick fixes, embracing a disciplined approach to health. Starting in 2020, his journey, marked by setbacks and a renewed commitment in 2024, focused on smart training, balanced nutrition, and adequate sleep. By setting a deadline and prioritizing consistency over perfection, Sharan achieved remarkable health improvements, evidenced by…
R-L: Gautam Gambhir and Shreyas Iyer (PTI Photo) India’s disappointing 2-0 T20I series defeat against Ireland has sparked criticism from former batter Manoj Tiwary, who questioned who would take responsibility for the team’s poor performance. Despite entering the series as two-time defending T20 champions, India struggled with the conditions and failed to deliver with the…
Choosing a name for your baby girl is one of the most meaningful decisions you’ll make as a parent. If you’re looking for a name that represents courage, strength, leadership, and resilience, history offers plenty of inspiration. Across different cultures and civilizations, countless women fought battles, defended their people, challenged injustice, and left behind extraordinary…
Hello and welcome to Offside: your daily recap and look forward to the World Cup. The strangest thing about day 18 was that it had only one game and it was one that would have made cricket fans feel like they were watching the first round of an ICC tournament if Cricket Canada wasn’t disbanded…
PSL to operate independently after PCB approval (Image: X) The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has approved a landmark restructuring of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), granting the country’s premier T20 competition full administrative and financial autonomy as part of a series of key decisions taken during the 84th meeting of the PCB Board of Governors…
