Dhiren Manga

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India’s push to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games has received a significant boost after Canadian province Ontario dropped out of the bidding process due to financial concerns. Ontario was part of a potential ‘United Canada’ bid to jointly host the Games with other provinces. Its decision to withdraw came days after Indian officials met Commonwealth Sport leaders in London to present their case. The Canadian exit weakens what was seen as India’s most serious competition.

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A group of British-based girls is flying the flag for Pakistan in their first major international netball tournament. The Pakistan youth netball team, made up entirely of UK-based players, is competing at the Asian Youth Netball Championship in South Korea. For many of the girls, it’s not just about the sport, it’s about representing their heritage and encouraging others to do the same.

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Once confined to sleepovers, pillow fighting has dramatically evolved. It has shed its pyjama-party image entirely and has stepped into the bright lights of the combat sports arena. This transformation birthed a new, legitimate athletic endeavour. Professional pillow fighting is a sport demanding great skill and strategy. It also requires a surprising level of stamina from its athletes. The sport offers all the drama of a professional fight. However, it removes the associated violence and danger.

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Habibur Masum has been found guilty of murdering his wife, Kulsuma Akter, in a “ferocious” daylight knife attack that left her bleeding to death on a Bradford street. Masum was convicted of murder at Bradford Crown Court after jurors heard he stabbed Ms Akter at least 25 times in front of their seven-month-old son. The court heard he cut his wife’s throat as she lay on the ground and then calmly walked away, smiling and boarding a bus from the city centre.

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British South Asian trio Girls Like You have released their debut lead song ‘Boy Bye’, a confident, infectious anthem that blends English and Punjabi with attitude and heart. Powered by a slick bassline and polished production from Alan Sampson and ADP, ‘Boy Bye’ merges urban and pop sounds into a fresh, feel-good groove. There’s a strong sense of purpose behind every beat and behind every lyric. Yasmin, Naveena, and Jaya harmonise effortlessly, layering sweetness with bite.