The problem is growing, experts say.
The government needs to act fast to address it.
https://thetyee.ca/News/2025/10/01/What-Canada-Doing-Residential-School-Denialism/
Women’s WC: Crowd attendance in IND-SL match breaks records
**Women’s WC: Crowd Attendance in IND-SL Match Breaks Records**
*By Gaurav Tripathi | Oct 01, 2025, 09:26 am*
The opening match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 between India and Sri Lanka has set a new milestone in women’s cricket. Held at Guwahati’s Barsapara Cricket Stadium on September 30, the game attracted an unprecedented crowd of 22,843 fans. This marks the highest attendance ever recorded for any group stage match in the history of the Women’s World Cup, surpassing the previous record of 15,935 during the India-Pakistan clash in 2024.
**Endorsements and Praise**
ICC Hall of Famer Sachin Tendulkar has applauded the impressive progress made by women’s cricket in recent years. He credited the Women’s Premier League (WPL) as a transformative platform, providing much-needed visibility and financial security to women cricketers.
Tendulkar also expressed gratitude towards Jay Shah, former BCCI secretary, for his advocacy of equal match fees for men and women and for laying the foundation of the WPL. According to Tendulkar, these developments have been game-changers for the sport.
**Recognition for ICC’s Initiatives**
In addition, Tendulkar lauded the ICC for announcing record prize money for the Women’s World Cup, which even exceeds the amount offered for the men’s World Cup in 2023. He highlighted that such administrative measures not only change lives but also send a powerful message that women’s cricket deserves equal respect.
The former Indian cricketer emphasized that initiatives like these inspire aspiring young girls by showing them that their passion is valued equally on the global stage.
**Match Highlights**
In a rain-curtailed encounter, India emerged victorious over Sri Lanka by 59 runs (DLS method). India batted first and posted a competitive total of 269/8 in 47 overs. Crucial half-centuries from Amanjot Kaur and Deepti Sharma helped stabilize the innings after a shaky start.
Sri Lanka’s innings faltered with a middle-order collapse, and they were eventually bowled out for 211 runs. Deepti Sharma delivered a standout performance with both bat and ball, taking three wickets for 54 runs (3/54). With this feat, she became India’s second-highest wicket-taker in women’s ODI cricket, surpassing former spinner Neetu David.
The match not only set new attendance records but also showcased the growing competitiveness and popularity of women’s cricket worldwide.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/sports/ind-sl-women-s-wc-encounter-sets-benchmark-with-22-843-fans/story
Auto driver arrested for murdering woman near Malwani church after money dispute
According to investigators, on the night of the crime, the victim was soliciting customers near a petrol pump on Marve Road. The accused, who had been in Mumbai for barely 20 days and was driving an auto-rickshaw without a valid license, approached her. After negotiating for Rs 600, he took her to a deserted stretch on Lagoon Road, where they attempted intercourse inside his auto-rickshaw. However, police sources said the accused had consumed alcohol and failed to perform. The victim insisted on leaving quickly, which triggered an argument. Enraged, the accused strangled her with her dupatta, killing her on the spot. He then drove the body in his rickshaw and abandoned it in a shed near Sawant Wadi, Malwani Church, before absconding. Singh originally hailed from a poverty-stricken family near Agra, Uttar Pradesh, where he lived with his elderly mother and younger brother, struggling to make ends meet. The investigation was particularly challenging as there were no CCTV cameras at the crime scene. Detectives backtracked footage from the petrol pump where the victim was last seen. They spotted her boarding a rickshaw marked with a tricolour stripe at the back. Though the number plate was unclear, scrutiny of older footage showed the same rickshaw regularly visited the pump for refuelling. This led officers to the rickshaws owner. During questioning, the owner revealed that the driver (the accused) had taken his savings of Rs 1, 700 and left in a hurry, claiming his brother in the village had done something wrong and an FIR was being registered. The lead, coupled with mobile CDR analysis and informer tips, enabled police to trace the accused to his native village near Agra, where he was arrested. He was later brought back to Mumbai for further proceedings, said an officer from Malwani police station. DCP Sandeep Jadhav (Zone 12) confirmed the arrest, stating to mid-day: We had formed 12 teams, each of which performed its task diligently. Their combined efforts helped us crack the case and nab the accused. He has been produced in court and remanded to six days of police custody.
https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/malwani-church-horror-police-nab-auto-driver-for-murder-of-woman-over-money-dispute-23596657
Mumbai: Elderly Man Attempts Self-Immolation Outside Mantralaya Over Inaction On Complaints
Dramatic Incident Outside Mantralaya: Man Attempts Self-Immolation Over Inaction on Complaints
Mumbai witnessed a tense situation this evening when a man, aged between 65 and 70 years and identified as Prem Bajaj, attempted self-immolation outside the main gate of Mantralaya. The protest was sparked by his frustration over the authorities’ inaction regarding his repeated complaints.
Details of the Incident
According to the Marine Drive Police, the episode took place at approximately 4:55 pm. Bajaj, who resides at The Garden View Society, Sector 19, Koparkhairane, Navi Mumbai, alleged that he has been enduring severe disturbance caused by a neighboring dry fruit factory that operates round the clock.
Despite lodging multiple complaints about the issue, Bajaj said no effective action was taken. This led him to resort to staging an extreme form of protest by attempting to set himself on fire.
Reports indicate that Bajaj poured a flammable substance on himself outside the Mantralaya gate. Fortunately, police officers on duty, including Sub-Inspector Nagaral and his team, acted swiftly to prevent the self-immolation attempt.
Prem Bajaj was immediately taken into custody and transported to Marine Drive Police Station in the Colaba Mobile-1 vehicle for further investigation. Authorities have confirmed that the matter is currently under investigation.
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Where to get the Wombo Combo Legendary Assault Rifle drop in Borderlands 4
There is no shortage of amazing Legendary Assault Rifles in Borderlands 4, but only the Wombo Combo also shoots elemental grenades alongside its spray of bullets. Unlike some of the other top-tier Legendaries in the game, it’s also relatively easy to find the boss that drops the Wombo Combo. Here’s where and how to get it.
## How to Get the Wombo Combo Legendary Assault Rifle in Borderlands 4
The Wombo Combo is a possible drop from any of the bosses in the Rippa Roadbirds Ripper Drill trio, located at the Saw’s Clench Ripper Drill site. You can find the Saw’s Clench Ripper Drill site in north-central Carcadia Burn, the northwestern region of Kairos. It’s not hard to reach, and getting back to it is easy once you’ve unlocked the Judgements Lapse Order Silo — you can return to the drill in around a minute.
### About the Rippa Roadbirds
The Rippa Roadbirds are a trio of bosses, each with a different elemental shield:
– **Baby Grunt**, who uses a Cryo shield
– **Gruntabulous Vork**, who uses a Pyro shield
– **Lil Grunt**, who uses a Shock shield
The Wombo Combo can drop from any of these Grunt bosses when they die. However, killing them can be challenging. They tend to float around above the arena, dropping bombs and other floating hazards while you’re also dealing with trash mobs.
With a proper build, none of their shields is particularly difficult to take down, but if you get caught by a cluster of their bombs, you might find yourself in Fight for Your Life mode.
### Farming Tips
Farming the Rippa Roadbirds is straightforward, but returning to the Moxxi’s Big Encore machine afterwards can be a hassle. The fastest way to get back to the machine is to jump up and over the debris pile to the right of the arena’s drop-down point. Here’s how:
1. Hop onto the sphere on the ground
2. Jump onto the rocks
3. Finally, leap onto the pipes that lead over the rocks
Once you master this path, you can restart the fight within 15 to 20 seconds, although it remains a bit annoying.
### Drop Rates and Additional Notes
In my experience, the Wombo Combo drops fairly regularly — I received two drops in relatively short order during my research. The Rippa Roadbirds are also excellent for leveling characters quickly, so there’s a decent chance you’ll pick up a few Legendaries if you spend a couple of hours grinding these bosses.
One final note: the Wombo Combo is sometimes available at Maurice’s Black Market vending machine. With so many Legendaries in Borderlands 4, having the one you want available is a bit of a crapshoot, but it’s worth checking the machine every week — you might get lucky!
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Happy hunting, Vault Hunter!
https://www.shacknews.com/article/146170/where-to-get-the-wombo-combo-legendary-assault-rifle-drop-in-borderlands-4
Philippine factory activity posts unusual postpandemic decline
MANILA, Philippines — Factory activity in the Philippines slipped into contraction in September, underscoring a rare postpandemic setback for the country’s manufacturers.
The Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), a widely tracked gauge of manufacturing health, fell to 49.9 last month from 50.8 in August, S&P Global said on Wednesday.
A reading below 50 signals a decline in activity.
https://business.inquirer.net/550075/philippine-factory-activity-posts-unusual-postpandemic-decline
“She’s gonna stand 10 toes down on that” – A’ja Wilson voices solidarity with Napheesa Collier despite missing her details of Cathy Engelbert blast
Reigning WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson has expressed her support for Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier following Collier’s fiery remarks directed at league leadership.
During a recent statement, Collier criticized the league’s management, specifically targeting Commissioner Cathy Engelbert and her team. Wilson’s backing underscores the growing dialogue among players regarding the direction and leadership of the WNBA.
This moment highlights the ongoing conversations within the league as players advocate for change and greater transparency from those in charge.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/wnba/news-she-s-gonna-stand-10-toes-that-a-ja-wilson-voices-solidarity-napheesa-collier-despite-missing-details-cathy-engelbert-blast
Lexie Hull Stats Tonight: How did Fever star perform in Game 5 against Aces? (Sept. 30)
Lexie Hull has been vital to the Indiana Fever’s postseason run, contributing significantly both as a defender and a floor spreader. Her impact on the court has helped the Fever advance deep into the playoffs.
On Tuesday, Hull and the Fever visited the Las Vegas Aces for Game 5 of their WNBA semifinals series, facing a crucial matchup in their quest to move forward.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/wnba/news-lexie-hull-stats-tonight-how-fever-star-perform-game-5-aces-sept-30
Carlos Alcaraz fury at time violation in Japan Open final win over Taylor Fritz
Alcaraz continued to showcase his dominance in men’s tennis with a convincing victory over Fritz.
He secured the win with a straight-sets triumph, finishing the match 6-4, 6-4.
This performance further solidifies Alcaraz’s position as a leading competitor in the sport.
https://www.breakingnews.ie/sport/carlos-alcaraz-fury-at-time-violation-in-japan-open-final-win-over-taylor-fritz-1813031.html
Make tourists aware of impact of their behaviour
During the monsoon, the area comes alive with a carpet of wildflowers attracting thousands of visitors every year
https://www.mid-day.com/news/opinion/article/make-tourists-aware-of-impact-of-their-behaviour-23596613