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One week out from the world-renowned Sydney Marathon, organisers face questions about whether designers etched the wrong city’s stadium on the participation medal. The medal appears to feature a stadium carved in the likeness of Allianz Arena in the German city of Munich, rather than Allianz Stadium in Sydney – which the 42.2km (26.2 mile) course runs past.The BBC has reached out to Sydney Marathon for comment.Some 40,000 runners will be taking part in the event on 30 August, after more than 120,000 ballot entries.Speculation about a possible mix-up began after Sydney Marathon’s official social media account unveiled its design…

The tougher military posture comes as Trump escalates his warnings against Iran Iran is moving to a more aggressive military posture, with its army saying the country’s doctrine is shifting from defence to offence and could include pre-emptive strikes against perceived threats. The warning comes as US President Donald Trump steps up pressure on Tehran, threatening unprecedented sanctions and suggesting that Washington retains broad military options in the region.Iranian Army spokesman Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia said the change had emerged from lessons learned during what he described as the country’s recent 12-day and 40-day wars. He said Iran had gradually…

At least 15 people were killed and more than 130 wounded on Friday when two Russian drones struck a shopping mall in the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih, authorities said. Twenty-two children were among the wounded in the daytime attack on President Volodymyr Zelensky’s hometown, regional Governor Oleksandr Hanzha said on the Telegram messaging app. “There are 29 people in serious condition, including five children,” he said. ⚡ At least five people were killed and 52 wounded on Friday when Russian drones attacked a shopping mall in the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih, local authorities said.Read more: https://t.co/wznDwDTxJt…

A 15-year-old American student was injured in a Juhu hit-and-run incident. MUMBAI: A 15-year-old schoolgoing girl was left injured in a hit-and-run where a speeding motorcyclist crashed into her and fled at Juhu on Tuesday. This is the second instance in recent times in the western suburbs where a speeding biker has left a school student injured.The teen is an American national and was headed home from her tuitions when the crash occurred around 8.15 am. Activists highlighted that speedbreakers removed from the road during Metro construction work had not been restored , making the stretch dangerous.The incident occurred opposite…

(Image used for representative) A 31-year-old M.Sc. Physics student at IIT Delhi died Saturday morning after jumping from a building on campus NEW DELHI: A 31-year-old M.Sc. Physics student at IIT Delhi died after allegedly jumping from the sixth floor of a building on the institute’s campus on Saturday morning, police said.At around 8.33 am on August 22, a PCR call about a student having jumped from a building at the IIT Delhi campus was received at Kishangarh police station. Police staff immediately reached the spot and shifted the injured student to the IIT Delhi campus hospital, where he was…

A day after CJP’s team was assaulted, Ashutosh Ranka alleged a planned attack by “goons brought from outside” JAIPUR: A day after a CJP team was allegedly attacked while highlighting the condition of government schools in Rajasthan, party activist Ashutosh Ranka alleged that the violence was a coordinated attack involving “goons brought from outside” and accused police of failing to respond despite repeated calls for help.Ranka claimed that people allegedly involved in the violence had been seen with Bagru MLA Kailash Verma hours before the confrontation.”The incident that took place yesterday, the assault and violence, goons were brought in from…

A passenger’s laptop has caught fire on an American Airlines flight, possibly burning multiple people on the plane, according to air traffic control audio.”Cabin fire in the back of the airplane,” the pilot said in audio obtained by the BBC’s US reporting partner CBS News. “The flight attendants are trying to put it out now.””I think we have about four to five passengers that were burned by the laptop. The laptop is contained about mid-aircraft.”One passenger was treated and released after American Airlines Flight 2398 – coming from Atlanta, Georgia – landed at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport in Texas…

Zubin Bharucha has been appointed as Mumbai Indians’ Director of Performance, the five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) winners announced on Saturday.Plenty of work awaits Zubin Bharucha. (Mumbai Indians)In the season gone by, the franchise led by Hardik Pandya had a horrible campaign, winning just four games in 14 matches. The finished second from the bottom. In fact, the franchise is struggling in the last few seasons. They haven’t won since 2020. In 2024, in what was the first season for Hardik Pandya as captain, they finished bottom of the league. Last year, they improved to reach the playoffs, but that…

Daily Prediction says,The day opens on a socially connected note, bringing contact with friends, colleagues, extended family, or people who can offer useful support. Messages, invitations, and group conversations may bring encouragement or a practical opening. If you are considering a purchase, investment idea, or long-term plan, the first half is suitable for sensible review.Capricorn Horoscope TodaySurprise visitors or changed plans at home may also require flexibility, but avoid exhausting yourself trying to please everyone. As the day progresses, you may prefer quiet over social noise, and your body may ask for more rest. The stars support planning for future…

IAS officer Pari Bishnoi shares the mindset UPSC aspirants need to succeed For UPSC aspirants, the pressure can begin well before they enter the examination hall. The constant talk around competition, preparation, and success can make candidates question whether they are doing enough. An IAS officer has now shared a perspective that puts the focus back on the individual rather than the crowd preparing alongside them.Pari Bishnoi, who secured All India Rank 30 in the civil services examination, spoke about confidence, self-belief, and the pressure surrounding UPSC during an Instagram interaction shared by photographer Ankit Kumar.Pari Bishnoi recalls her preparationIn…