Opener’s century gives Bangladesh lead in second Test

SummaryThe Giro d'Italia will honor the late Pope Francis on June 1 by allowing cyclists to pass through the Vatican gardens and Santa Marta hotel during its final stage. More than 150 riders will traverse a rarely seen area of the Vatican, with live broadcasts showcasing the event globally. Originally, Francis was to signal the race's start, but following his passing, the ride remains a tribute to him, marking a significant collaboration between race organizers...

US President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order to ease the impact of car tariffs, which will eliminate double tariffs on imported car parts and materials used in manufacturing. This decision, praised by car industry leaders like General Motors and Ford, aims to support domestic manufacturing and investment while providing reimbursements for previously paid tariffs. However, the uncertainty surrounding Trump's tariffs still affects the industry, as evidenced by GM's withdrawal of its...

West Coast's leadership group, facing the club's worst start in history with seven consecutive losses in 2025, held crisis talks with coaches and the football department. Veteran journalist Caroline Wilson reported that key players like Jeremy McGovern and Liam Duggan expressed concerns about communication and support for new coach Andrew McQualter during the meeting, which was characterized as an intervention. Despite the dire situation, AFL great Luke Hodge commended the players' initiative as a potential...

Tom Edwards, an Albany product, has signed a one-year contract extension with Essendon, ensuring his place in the team until 2026 after suffering a ruptured ACL that ended his 2025 season. The 24-year-old forward was recruited following an impressive WAFL record of 109 goals in 66 games and made his AFL debut this year, scoring three goals in his first match. Edwards expressed motivation from the contract extension to recover and prepare for a strong...

North Melbourne star Paul Curtis has had his three-match suspension upheld by the AFL Tribunal for rough conduct after his tackle on Port Adelaide's Josh Sinn resulted in a concussion. The tackle, which pinned Sinn's arms from behind, was deemed to involve severe impact, high contact, and careless conduct, leading to Curtis missing upcoming games against Essendon, Brisbane, and Richmond. Despite this setback, Curtis has been in excellent form, having scored three goals in the...

The search for a missing 29-year-old man from Katanning, who slipped off the rocks while fishing at Salmon Holes near Albany, has been suspended due to a lack of new information. An extensive search involving boats, police divers, drones, and other equipment was conducted over several days, but the man remains unlocated. Salmon Holes, known for its dangerous conditions, has been reopened, and authorities advise rock fishers to use safety measures, including wearing life jackets...