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The Hindu
5 hours ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
They are a team that believes they can win anything: Former England captain Allan Lamb on Ben Stokes' side
Ben Stokes led from the front as England went on to register one of its most thrilling wins against India in recent times at Lord's. As things got tough and India tried its best to dominate the game, Stokes extracted every bit from his teammates and ensured the side put up a spirited show to take a much-needed lead in the five-match series. Former England captain Allan Lamb believes that while England has slowly realised that it's important to adapt to the horses for courses approach, instead of getting into the Bazball mode every time, it is Stokes who has instilled that belief and positive mindset in the dressing room. 'When it comes to even chasing 180 on the last day, it is still a big thing in the mind, especially with India losing those wickets the night before. The pressure was always on India. Stokes had motivated that team. I think everything came down to Stokes, because the night before, he was so fired up. He wanted to bowl as he was fired up. And, he got his whole team behind him,' Lamb told Sportstar. 'They are a team that believes they can win anything. That brought a real positive approach to it…' Moving on from its Bazball model, where England would invariably insert the opponent and then chase down the target, the team decided to bat first, and that proved crucial. 'Everyone thinks that England is going to play the Bazball [way]. But now, they've learned when the wicket is not right to play the Bazball approach, they have to get in. I don't think it was a great wicket at Lord's. It was the right wicket to bat first on. It was very difficult to score runs,' he said. And, England eventually managed to win a low-scoring contest. While his captaincy has impressed Lamb, he wants to wait before passing a judgment on whether Stokes is one of the finest skippers to have led England. 'It's a little bit early, but his approach is great,' Lamb said. Allan Lamb of England plays a shot in the second Test against New Zealand at Lord's, held between June 21 to 26, 1990. | Photo Credit: THE HINDU ARCHIVES 'They have got a very positive approach in terms of the way they play. If the wickets are flat, they're going to go after the ball. They want to score runs quickly because if you score runs, you get to 500, and by doing that, you are suddenly putting the sides under pressure…' That's exactly what India did in Birmingham. 'They put England out of the game. That's what it's all about. If you score big runs, and the quicker you score them, it's better because you take the other side out (of the game),' Lamb said. Turning up the heat The ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series has been a contrasting mix in some ways—with sedate over-rates and flaring tempers ruling the roost. Lamb, who belongs to a generation that viewed sledging and banter as going hand-in-hand, feels 'it's absolutely alright' for players to have heated arguments. 'In the second innings, England didn't want to lose the wicket on that last over. They thought one over was going to be enough, maybe then to survive, which they did. And there was a lot of heated feeling between the two sides. But that's cricket, that's what it's all about,' Lamb said. 'I think (Ravindra) Jadeja running into (Brydon) Carse was a bit accidental, but then, in a series like this, the teams should be fired up. They should be having a go at each other. That's what cricket is all about. It's not about patting people on the back. It is alright to have a bit of verbal with the opposition, and telling them, 'Hey, you are not good enough to be here.' That's what cricket is about,' Lamb said. Reminiscing about his playing days, Lamb, who featured in 79 Tests for England, said: 'When I played the game, people used to say, 'Well, how did you play Test cricket? How did you get selected?' They go at you and that's part of the game and there's nothing personal about it. I think getting into someone's face is personal, but banters and heated exchanges are absolutely alright in such games…'
Forbes
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Rip Currents And A Lasting Cultural Legacy
FILE - Actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner is seen on the red carpet of the Mark Twain Prize for American ... More Humor, honoring Bill Cosby, in Washington, Oct. 26, 2009. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File) AP2009 When news broke this week that Malcom-Jamal Warner died while on vacation in Costa Rica, I felt the same grief and sorrow that many of peers were expressing. Multiple media sources report the cause of death as asphyxia related to being caught in a rip current. For me, this tragedy evokes sympathy, reflections, and a desire to help in some way. Here is that convergence of thought. THE COSBY SHOW — Pictured: (back row, l-r) Lisa Bonet as Denise Huxtable, Malcolm-Jamal Warner as ... More Theodore 'Theo' Huxtable, Phylicia Rashad as Clair Hanks Huxtable, Sabrina Le Beauf as Sondra Huxtable Tibideaux, (front row, l-r) Keshia Knight Pulliam as Rudy Huxtable, Bill Cosby as Dr. Heathcliff 'Cliff' Huxtable, Tempestt Bledsoe as Vanessa Huxtable (Photo by Alan Singer/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images) NBCUniversal via Getty Images Warner is a cultural icon. He was 'Theo' on The Cosby Show. However, he was much more than that. For many middle-class Black boys like me, we saw a character on television that resonated with our lifestyle, reality, and culture. We were used to seeing athletes, entertainers, and other fictional characterizations that did not capture the 'marinades' many of us were steeped in. With this groundbreaking show, we saw a Black doctor, lawyer, and family dynamics often underrepresented on television at that time. Such imagery is important. I am meteorologist and climate scientist. As a child and even into my teenage years, I did not know any scientists. There was no template on how to become one either. After being bitten by the weather bug with a sixth-grade science project, I had to figure out the steps to become a research meteorologist. This involved reading books about Dr. George Washington Carver and Isaac Asimov. I would not meet a Black atmospheric scientist until my undergraduate years at Florida State University. Though I never interacted much with him, there as a meteorology professor named Thomas Carney. I remember being fixated on him in the hallways of one of the most storied meteorology departments in the country at the time. Later I would go on to meet the legendary Dr. Warren Washington, a Black climate scientist who received the Presidential Medal of Science. Warren became a significant influence in my life and career. Dr. Warren Washington and President Obama. UCAR To this day, I am cognizant of what boys or girls may be watching me or mimicking my trajectory. Theo and the positive images that we saw on that show presented a model or template for many families. It also provided an alternative narrative for people who had limited exposure to different races, cultures, and backgrounds. While there is absolutely nothing wrong with aspiring to be a successful athlete or entertainer, the family nucleus that Malcom-Jamal Warner was a part of on the show, presented a more realistic pathway or set of opportunities. For many of you reading this piece, The Cosby Show was just another sitcom on television. Others reading this, strongly resonate with the broader significance of the show. Its cultural legacy is secure. A rip currents safety sign at Punta Rassa Park. (Photo by: Jeffrey Greenberg/Universal Images Group ... More via Getty Images) Universal Images Group via Getty Images Malcom-Jamal Warner was more than just a character on a show. He was very close to my age and was vacationing with his family. That scenario represents many of us at this time of year. Only months ago, I was on tropical beaches with my family too. As a scientist, I am always distracted during visits to the beach because of my concerns about lightning and rip currents. Over the years, my kids could probably recite my paranoid speeches to them about rip currents. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration website stated, 'Rip currents are powerful, channeled currents of water flowing away from shore. They typically extend from the shoreline, through the surf zone, and past the line of breaking waves. Rip currents can occur at any beach with breaking waves….' A rip current. NOAA Costa Rica, where Warner was reported to be visiting, is known for its rip current hazard. The website noted, '80% of the casualties in the Costa Rican beaches are caused by them…. In the country we find around 600 beaches and only around 30 are really affected by them.' According to The Tico Times , there are four types of rip currents in Costa Rica. A fixed rip current can be found near man-made structures. Flash rip currents are unpredictable, brief and affected by surf conditions, whereas a permanent rip is anchored to river estuaries or structures. A traveling rip current is common at lengthy, open beaches, and they tend to move with the dominant wave direction. A 2015 study of rip current hazards identified meteorological and oceanic conditions often associated with them. One finding is that lower wave height conditions associated with the Pacific-North American (PNA) oscillation can entice swimmers. Anatomy of a rip current. NOAA To survive a rip current NOAA recommends the following steps: Don't panic and exhaust yourself fighting the current. Stay afloat, keep your head above water and yell for help. Swim parallel to shore and try to buy time for a rescue or for the current to break up. Rip currents are typically close to shore but can extend hundreds of yards. Signs of rip currents include places along the beach where waves are not breaking. The NOAA website continued, '…. But instead you see sandy water or the white foam of a current headed back out to sea.' I wrote this essay with a sense of mourning, but like the legacy of Malcom-Jamal Warner, there is hope that it can help someone in the future. THE RESIDENT: Guest star Malcolm-Jamal Warner in the "Rude Awakenings and The Raptor" episode of ... More THE RESIDENT airing Monday, April 30 (9:00-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (Photo by FOX Image Collection via Getty Images) FOX Image Collection via Getty Images
Elle
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
Anne Hathaway Just Revealed Andy's New Style on The Devil Wears Prada 2 Set
THE RUNDOWN In the nearly 20 years since the original The Devil Wears Prada premiered, plenty of things in fashion and the print media landscape have drastically changed. Good thing Andy Sachs has weathered the storm (so far) and is back for the movie's highly anticipated sequel, set to release on May 1, 2026. According to Deadline, filming began in late June; however, exact details of the plot, and the fashion, have been kept under wraps. That is, until today. Prior to this morning's filming, Anne Hathaway took to TikTok, brushing her teeth in an extremely familiar cerulean sweater, though it doesn't look like the exact same one from the original movie. (This was a Frame crewneck pullover, where the OG was a cable knit that was 'no doubt, fished out of some clearance bin.') It's good to know that after years in the industry, Sachs has has retained her humble roots. That doesn't mean her style hasn't evolved at all—though she's certainly no longer the high-powered glamazon we saw borrowing the Chanel boots from the fashion closet, this Andy feels closer to the self-assured leather jacket- and black turtleneck-sporting version we saw in the original film's finale. The fashion didn't stop there: Hathaway continued to tease fans with even more looks. On Instagram and TikTok, she casually swirled in a stunning Gabriela Hearst patchwork maxi dress with the mysterious caption '#dwp2.' On set, the The Idea of You actress gave a glimpse of Sachs's day-to-day style. She was spotted in a Toteme tank top, AGOLDE denim maxi skirt, and Chanel Velcro dad sandals—a classically chic uniform for a now-seasoned New Yorker and a sure sign that jean skirts aren't going anywhere soon. In another scene, Hathaway embodied the part of a modern media mogul in a beautifully structured pinstripe suit vest and matching trousers. Looks like no matter what this city (or industry) throws at her, Sachs hasn't lost her effortlessly fashionable touch.
The Journal
a day ago
- Politics
- The Journal
Tánaiste among 25 foreign ministers calling for Gaza ceasefire, as denial of aid deemed 'unacceptable'
THE TÁNAISTE HAS joined the foreign ministers of 24 countries in calling for an end to the war in Gaza, as they say the suffering of civilians 'has reached new depths'. They have condemned the 'drip feeding' of aid and the 'inhumane killing of civilians,' and urged Israel to comply with its obligations under international humanitarian law. In the letter released today, foreign ministers reiterated calls for the unconditional release of hostages being held by Hamas since 7 October, arguing that a ceasefire has the 'best hope' of bringing them home. Tánaiste Simon Harris signed the letter alongside the foreign ministers for Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Iceland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the UK. Deaths of people waiting for handouts in huge crowds near food points in Gaza have become a regular occurrence, with the territory's authorities frequently blaming Israeli fire. Israel must immediately lift restrictions on the flow of aid and to urgently enable the UN and other organisations to do their life saving work safely and effectively. Hamas must release all hostages immediately. — Simon Harris TD (@SimonHarrisTD) July 21, 2025 The foreign ministers said today that Israel's aid delivery model is 'dangerous, fuels instability and deprives Gazans of human dignity'. Advertisement 'It is horrifying that over 800 Palestinians have been killed while seeking aid. The Israeli Government's denial of essential humanitarian assistance to the civilian population is unacceptable,' the letter says. The ministers hit out at Israel's efforts to impose the E1 settlement plan announced by Israel which, if implemented, would divide a Palestinian state in two – 'a flagrant breach of international law'. They noted that settlement building across the West Bank including East Jerusalem has accelerated while settler violence against Palestinians has increased. 'Proposals to remove the Palestinian population into a 'humanitarian city' are completely unacceptable. Permanent forced displacement is a violation of international humanitarian law,' they said. 'We strongly oppose any steps towards territorial or demographic change in the Occupied Palestinian Territories.' Trade with Israel Meanwhile, the European Union this month agreed to work with the Netanyahu government to increase the level of aid in Gaza. However, European leaders couldn't agree on whether to put an end to trading with Israel. A third of Israel's imports come from the EU, valued at over €23bn annually, while Europe imports less than 1% of its goods from Israel. Suspending trade ties would require a unanimous decision, which is likely impossible as countries like Austria, Germany and Hungary, that tend to more supportive of Israel's government. Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
Elle
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez Give a Sweet, Rare Look Into Their Friendship in New Birthday Photos
Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. THE RUNDOWN After spending most of this spring and summer out of the public eye, Taylor Swift briefly returned to the spotlight for a special celebration: her longtime close friend Selena Gomez's 33rd birthday party. Gomez shared a photo of Swift with her at the event together on Instagram, offering a rare look into their over 16-year friendship that began back in 2008. They posed in a pile of balloons, with Gomez in a sparkly silver jumpsuit by Nadine Merabi with a Brilliant Earth x Jane Goodall diamond tennis necklace, and Swift in a black minidress with her hair down. Gomez celebrated her birthday early; the star will turn 33 on Tuesday, July 22. She wrote of her celebration: Gomez also included photos of herself kissing her fiancé Benny Blanco. The music producer left a romantic comment on her post, writing, 'mi amor.' Swift and Gomez last shared a look at their friendship in May when Gomez congratulated Swift on buying all the masters for her first six albums. The pair was last spotted having dinner together in New York on May 31. In 2020, Gomez spoke to WSJ magazine about how she keeps most of her friendship with Swift private. 'There's so much of my friendship with Taylor that people don't know about because we don't necessarily feel the need to post about everything we do,' she said. 'She has showed up for me in ways that I would have never expected. Flown in because I was hurt and was going through something. Stuff that was going on with my family. It's been proven year after year and in every moment of my life that she is one of my best friends in the world. We don't agree on everything, but we respect each other with everything.'
