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Scrappy Ireland give Farrell winning sending-off

The hosts outscored the Wallabies three tries to one to give head coach Andy Farrell a victorious farewell before he takes charge of the British & Irish Lions next year. It also crowned a memorable day for Cian Healy, who became Ireland's most capped player with 134 when he came on as a replacement in what was also a match commemorating Irish Rugby's 150th anniversary. The Wallabies took the lead when Joe McCarthy was penalised -- but spared a sin-binning -- and Noah Lolesio slotted over the penalty. Читать дальше...

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

First, white dudes played Jesus of Palestine, now an Israeli's his mom!

The trailer for the biblical film Mary is facing backlash for casting Israeli actors as Mary and other key characters, citing the erasure of Palestinian roots. The director's claim of authenticity contradicts the historical depiction of Jesus as a brown-skinned man from ancient West Asia.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Puncture of German Pride and Prejudice - It's apostrophic!

Germany has officially relaxed rules on apostrophes in the genitive case, permitting constructions like 'Eva's Blumenladen' instead of 'Evas Blumenladen'. This move has sparked outrage among language purists. Proponents argue it provides clarity, while others see it as succumbing to Anglicism. The debate mirrors similar controversies in English regarding possessive apostrophes in names ending with 's'.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Are there really ghosts in the voting machine?

Strange EVM malfunctions are reported in parts of India, with some attributing it to human tampering and others to supernatural causes. While some demand a return to ballot papers, experts argue that the EVMs are tamper-proof. The unexplained occurrences are causing debates and raising concerns about the legitimacy of elections in those states.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Mizoram stands in solidarity with kin in conflicts in Manipur, Myanmar

Mizoram stands in solidarity with the ethnic kin caught in conflicts in Manipur and Myanmar. Roneihpuii and others protested the violence impacting the Zo community. The Mizo Defence League's rhetoric sparked controversy. Mizoram's historical and current challenges, including the debate over Zo reunification, unfold amid the region's ongoing conflicts and New Delhi's border fencing plans.