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Telegraph
4 days ago
- Climate
- Telegraph
England resume bid to crush India and win series at Old Trafford
10:20AM Hobbs and Root are England's greatest Landmarks were ticked off at regular intervals by Joe Root on day three at Old Trafford in his ascent to the summit of the highest Test run-scorers. In the morning session Root passed Rahul Dravid, of India,on 13,288 Test runs. He passed South Africa's Jacques Kallis, with all his technical perfection, on 13,289 runs, and thereby went into third place in the all-time list. In the afternoon, Root watched his fellow Yorkshireman Harry Brook run down the pitch and give his wicket away, the sort of donation that is given tax relief. Root put his head down, reached his 38th Test century, celebrated briefly then pressed on to 120, in order to overtake Australia's former captain Ricky Ponting and reach second place, behind the 200-Test Sachin Tendulkar alone on 15,921. Just before tea, with a specimen of his signature stroke, the steer behind point, Root did it and Old Trafford rang with the boo-like sound of 'Rooooot!' The Yorkshireman is second among the highest Test run-scorers since the format was launched in 1877. His only peer is Sir Jack Hobbs. Indeed, I could not separate Root and Hobbs at the top of the charts last October when I ranked the greatest 10 England batsmen of all time. 10:12AM Weather outlook According to the Met Office, it will be cloudy with a 30 per cent chance of rain from noon today, maximum temperature of 20C with the sun out in the hour before lunch and again from about 3pm. 10:02AM Preview Good morning and welcome to live coverage of the fourth day's play of England's fourth Test against India at Old Trafford which begins with Ben Stokes' side 186 runs ahead with three first-innings in hand and, with the captain himself at the crease, on the verge of clinching a victory that would secure the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. Stokes starts on 77 and although he hasn't been as fluent as he has been at his best, often appearing as though he was batting with a chair leg, his bat all edges and toe, he must have his eye on a first Test century for two years to go with his first five-wicket return for eight years, cramp notwithstanding. Given that the pitch is now betraying signs of uneven bounce, taking turn and England's batsmen have given their bowlers a long rest for the first time in ages, England may well be confident of wrapping up victory today. Rishabh Pant will probably try his boy stood on the burning deck act again but scoreboard pressure, Ben Stokes, Jofra Archer, Brydon Carse and Chris Woakes will each fancy their chances of a wicket-taking spree on that pitch. India, by contrast, are in a hole of their own making because of their pusillanimous selection policy that has become a dirty habit on tour, packing their batting to the detriment of their bowling It wasn't just the sidelining of Kuldeep for the entire tour but the way Shubman Gill underused his best bowler, Washington Sundar, yesterday, persevering with the dibbly Shardul Thakur and the dobbly Anshul Kamboj who between them share figures of 29-1-144-1. Left-arm leg-spinners are such rare, rare finds and to ignore one who has taken 56 Test wickets at 22 borders on the negligent. Perhaps Gill and his batsmen can dig the selectors out by batting for the best part of two days to keep the series alive but the odds, pitch and momentum are all against them.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
reVolver Podcasts Unveils "Prueba de Fe" and "Escándalos": A Bold Fusion of Faith, Fiction, and Controversy
Two Spanish-language anthology series dramatize Vatican-approved miracles and infamous international scandals in captivating audio storytelling DALLAS, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- reVolver Podcasts, the premier destination for top-tier Spanish-language audio content in the U.S., announces the release of two powerful new scripted series: Prueba de Fe and Escándalos. Both shows are compelling, stand-alone anthologies that explore the extraordinary—one rooted in divine faith, the other in global intrigue. Prueba de Fe ("Test of Faith") brings to life dramatized versions of the rare and rigorous Vatican-approved miracles required to canonize a saint. Each episode blends emotional storytelling with spiritual mystery, offering listeners an immersive journey into the miraculous. In contrast, Escándalos ("Scandals") dives into dramatized retellings of famous international controversies. From political corruption to celebrity downfall, every story is inspired by real events—with names changed, but the impact intact. "These projects are unlike anything in the podcast space right now," said Jack Hobbs, President of reVolver Podcasts. "Whether it's the deeply spiritual nature of Prueba de Fe or the raw revelations in Escándalos, these series showcase our commitment to bringing bold, culturally resonant content to Latino audiences across the U.S." Both series are produced by V.I.P. 2000 TV, Inc., distributed by World Media Pictures LLC, and Creation Services LLC, marking a milestone in cross-platform audio-visual storytelling. With the growing appetite for rich, serialized audio dramas in the Hispanic market, Prueba de Fe and Escándalos position reVolver Podcasts at the forefront of genre innovation. reVolver Podcasts is a leading force in digital audio content, dedicated to providing diverse, innovative, and engaging podcasts across various genres. With a commitment to inclusivity and accessibility, reVolver Podcasts continues to shape the future of digital storytelling, programming is free to millions of listeners in the U.S. and around the world across Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, Deezer, iHeartRadio app, Amazon Music, available in the reVolver Podcasts App on Roku streaming devices and at About reVolver PodcastsreVolver Podcasts is the leading multicultural, audio-on-demand content creator and distributor in the U.S. Home to Erazno y La Chokolata, El Show de Piolín, The Shoboy Show, Panda Show - Picante, and Don Cheto Al Aire, plus more than 70 additional programs spanning sports, music, finance, entertainment, lifestyle, health and wellness, inspiration, news, branded content, and live events, distributed across Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Deezer, Pandora, iHeartRadio app, Amazon Music, also available in the reVolver Podcasts App on Roku streaming devices and at For more information about the company, visit View original content: SOURCE reVolver Podcasts
RNZ News
12-05-2025
- General
- RNZ News
Jack Hobbs: "Plants are good for us!"
Jack Hobbs, who has just retired as curator / manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens. He's worked at the gardens for nearly five decades. Photo: supplied Nearly 50 years ago, a young landscape recruit in Auckland began working on transforming some farmland in Manurewa into what is now the beautiful Auckland Botanic Gardens. His name was Jack Hobbs - and he went on to become one of the country's pre-eminent horticulturalists. Jack Hobbs has been curator/manager of the Auckland Botanic Gardens since 1997, he had 20 years running the botanic garden plant breeding programme, he's author of numerous books on plants, and host and presenter of TV and radio gardening shows. Jack Hobbs has just retired from Auckland Council after 48 years.
Irish Daily Star
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Star
I held a $3000 diamond-encrusted 'Tiffany' gun - and here's how it was made
After holding this gun, I'm totally ready to star in the sequel of the 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany's, which should be called Handguns at Tiffany's. That's right, during my time at the National Rifle Association annual meeting in Atlanta, Georgia , I discovered a 'Tiffany' handgun. While the pistol itself is not made by the famed jeweler , the weapon means those simply passing by have to do a double-take. The gun , which boasts the robin's egg blue color most associated with the luxury brand, took only about a day to make, according to its manufacturer, San Antonio Laser Engraving. Shane Mohr, SA Laser Engraving's vice president of operations, said that the gun was initially debuted earlier this year during another gun-related event. "We engraved it, coated it, and robin's egg glue to match Tiffany. So we engraved it with the Tiffany logo, all of that," Mohr told The Irish Star. Read More Related Articles Melania's passive-aggressive two-word response to Trump as they land in Italy for Pope's funeral Read More Related Articles Donald Trump branded 'disgusting' as he honors Pope Francis in 'baffling' way Somehow in the massive pile of guns at the the NRA meeting in Georgia, I managed to find a $3,000 Tiffany gun. (Image: Jack Hobbs) "The diamonds were actually set with a laser," Mohr added. "The laser engraver uses a 3D step pile and actually cuts out, and it holds in. And then a little bit of gold plating right on the top around the flowers." According to Mohr, the entire process took only 36 hours of yes, it actually shoots live rounds. The gun also has a stunning silver pattern that runs the length of the gun and continues down the hand grip (Image: Jack Hobbs) The gun has a stunning silver pattern that runs the length of the gun and continues down the hand grip. Featuring a silver trigger that complements the cyan color, the gun also has the iconic heart-shaped logo reading "Please return to Tiffany and Co. New York, 975." While it is not available to the general public, it is estimated that the gun and ammunition would cost a hopeful buyer around $3,300. Mohr told the outlet that they have actually pitched their design to Tiffany and hope that the jeweler will start selling it. Shane Mohr, SA Laser Engraving's vice president of operations, said that the gun took 36 hours to make (Image: Jack Hobbs) "We pitch our designs to everybody," Mohr commented. "And then we will collaborate." A quick investigation by The Star revealed that Tiffany actually began producing handguns in the 1880s by taking delivery of standard-issue Smith & Wesson handguns and transforming them into one-off works of art. Featuring a silver trigger that complements the cyan color, the gun also has the iconic heart-shaped logo reading "Please return to Tiffany and Co. New York, 975." (Image: Jack Hobbs) Each gun was clad in silver and etched with intricate designs. Finally, the guns were studded with various types of jewels. It was also reported that no two Tiffany handguns were the same. 'So far as we know, the guns never killed anybody,' says Pierre Terjanian, the head of the Arms and Armor department at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York told CNN. 'They were produced to symbolize the potency of American manufacturing and craftsmanship, and were created using techniques that nobody else could equal.' 'Tiffany took Wild West symbolism and combined it with high-quality craftsmanship. It confirmed that Tiffany was an American firm with global ambitions, which could do things that nobody else could," Terjanian added. Currently, seven of the guns reside in the MOMA, where they form the centerpiece of a few of the exhibits.
