Ian Botham slams England’s lack of preparation before Ashes; batting coach Marcus Trescothick calls it ‘way of the modern game’ | Cricket News

England captain Ben Stokes with coach Brendon McCullum during a net session at The Kia Oval on July 30, 2025 in London, England. (Getty Images) Ahead of the much-anticipated men’s Ashes series in Australia, a heated debate has erupted over the limited preparation for the Three Lions, with England great Ian Botham warning that Ben…

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Heard about Healthcare-associated infections? Here’s what makes them so dangerous |

Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), often called hospital-acquired infections, are the bugs patients pick up while receiving care in a hospital, or after discharge. These infections are picked up in the hospital, and are not something the patient was admitted for in the first place. Knowing what HAIs are, why they’re risky, and how to prevent them…

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Chess World Cup: ‘Where are the bedbugs?’ Dutch No. 1 Anish Giri lashes out at criticism around playing conditions in Goa | Chess News

Dutch Grandmaster (GM) Anish Giri has addressed recent criticism of the FIDE World Cup conditions in Goa, dismissing certain claims as exaggerated and unfounded.The controversy began when Ian Nepomniachtchi, a two-time world championship contender, expressed dissatisfaction after his early elimination in the second round by Indian grandmaster Diptayan Ghosh.“One of those places that you won’t…

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AI shift: SoftBank sells Nvidia stake for $5.8 billion; focuses on OpenAI after tripling first-half profit

Japan’s SoftBank Group Corp has sold its stake in US chipmaker Nvidia for $5.8 billion, signalling a strategic pivot toward artificial intelligence investments, particularly in OpenAI, the company said on Tuesday, AP reported. The tech conglomerate also reported that its profit nearly tripled in the first half of the current fiscal year, driven by strong…

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Why global workplaces are adopting Japan’s Horenso method for better teamwork and communication |

In workplaces where communication determines the success of every task, achieving clarity, consistency, and accountability has become increasingly important. Many organisations, despite advanced digital tools, continue to face barriers in how information flows between teams and management. The Japanese concept of Horenso has gained global interest for its structured and transparent approach to organisational communication….

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