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Alexander brothers ordered to face sex trafficking charges after judge delivers major blow in 60-victim rape case

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**Sex-Trafficking Prosecution of Luxury Real Estate Brokers Alexander Brothers to Proceed After Federal Judge’s Ruling**

The sex-trafficking prosecution of luxury real estate brokers Tal and Oren Alexander, along with their brother Alon, can move ahead after a federal judge rejected most of their attempts to dismiss the charges.

Manhattan federal Judge Valerie Caproni ruled on Tuesday that the allegations against the Alexander brothers—accused of dozens of instances of rape and sexual assault spanning more than a decade—are legally sufficient to proceed to trial.

The decision, originally issued on October 17 but kept under seal until Tuesday, marks a significant setback for the defense team’s efforts to derail the case before it reaches a jury.

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**Allegations and Charges**

Prosecutors say more than 60 women have reported being sexually assaulted by one or more of the brothers, with 11 new victims coming forward through civil lawsuits.

The Alexanders face 10 felony counts, including conspiracy and sex trafficking. They have pleaded not guilty and remain in custody since their December arrest.

Authorities allege that from 2009 through 2021, the brothers conspired to drug, sexually assault, and rape dozens of women, luring them with luxury hotel stays, international travel, and exclusive event access.

In some instances, victims were transported across state and international lines, then drugged and physically restrained before being raped, according to the indictment.

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**Examples of Alleged Incidents**

One woman recounted meeting Oren Alexander at a luxurious Miami house party in 2018. After striking up a conversation, he offered to give her a tour of the property, led her to a bedroom, then “aggressively threw her onto the bed and forcibly sexually assaulted her,” she claims in her lawsuit.

In another incident, a woman said she was invited to a New York City house party hosted by Tal Alexander in July 2013. After being handed an alcoholic beverage, she felt “lightheaded and disoriented” and alleges she was forcibly raped by both Tal and Oren Alexander.

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**Defense Arguments and Judge’s Ruling**

The brothers’ lawyers argued that the charges were too vague, lacked specificity, and, in some cases, were beyond the statute of limitations. However, Judge Caproni dismissed most of these arguments.

She did narrow one attempted sex-trafficking count from June 2009, ruling it barred by the statute of limitations. Yet, the actual sex-trafficking charge from the same incident remains intact, with the judge acknowledging this “may create an anomalous result.”

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**Evidence and Search Warrants**

Judge Caproni also denied the Alexander brothers’ requests to suppress evidence seized from a New York apartment, cloud storage files, and a Facebook account, allowing this evidence to be used at trial.

Authorities executed a warrant in December to search Tal Alexander’s apartment in a Manhattan skyscraper on “Billionaire’s Row.” Several hard drives were seized, including one containing a large quantity of sexually explicit videos and photos.

Prosecutors state these videos depict Alon and Oren Alexander, along with other men, engaged in sexual contact with women “who are visibly under the influence of alcohol or other substances.” In several cases, at least one brother and another man “physically manipulated the women’s bodies to have sex with them while the women did not actively participate or turned away.”

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**Background and Legal Proceedings**

The brothers were first arrested in Florida in December 2024 on an initial indictment charging one count of sex-trafficking conspiracy and two counts of sex trafficking. A grand jury issued a superseding indictment in May, followed by another superseding indictment in June, leading to their re-arrest at the courthouse.

Oren and Tal Alexander made names as luxury real estate agents at Douglas Elliman before founding their own firm, Official, in 2022. Alon, Oren’s twin brother, worked at a family-owned security company. Tal Alexander, the eldest, is not a twin.

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**Civil Lawsuits and Defense Claims**

In addition to criminal charges, the brothers face multiple civil lawsuits from women with similar allegations. Defense attorneys have dismissed these suits as “cash grabs,” accusing high-profile personal injury firm Morgan & Morgan of “dictating” the criminal investigation.

“For months, we’ve watched orchestrated efforts encouraging women to profit from past sexual experiences with the Alexander brothers,” said Tal Alexander’s attorneys Milton Williams and Deanna Paul. “These frivolous lawsuits, filed days before the law’s look-back window is set to expire, are a transparent attempt at a cash grab.”

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**Current Status**

The Alexander brothers remain held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, the same facility currently housing the alleged UnitedHealthcare CEO killer, Luigi Mangione.

The Post has reached out to the Alexander brothers for comment but has yet to receive a response.
https://nypost.com/2025/11/12/business/luxury-real-estate-agents-tal-and-oren-alexander-and-brother-alon-must-face-sex-trafficking-charges-judge-rules/

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“When you’re playing for Liverpool or Man United, it’s different” – Robbie Fowler questions Reds’ recruitment in key areas amid poor form

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Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler has slammed the club’s recruitment strategy amidst their poor form this season. He highlighted the immense pressure players face at big clubs like Liverpool, especially when stepping up from smaller teams such as Bournemouth or Brentford.

The Merseysiders spent over £400 million during the summer transfer window, following their Premier League title win last season. Among the high-profile signings were Florian Wirtz, Alexander Isak, Jeremie Frimpong, and Milos Kerkez. Despite these significant investments, Liverpool’s form has deteriorated.

The Reds started the season with some narrow victories but have since lost seven of their last 10 games across all competitions. Notably, they secured wins against Aston Villa (2-0 in the Premier League) and Real Madrid in the Champions League. However, their struggles were evident in a 3-0 defeat to Manchester City just before the international break.

Speaking on *The Good, The Bad and The Football* podcast, Robbie Fowler shared his views on Liverpool’s recent performances:
“I got asked before the game, ‘Are Liverpool out of a little bit of a rut?’ and I thought don’t be getting carried away. Okay, they beat Aston Villa, but for 45 minutes Liverpool weren’t great, and then they beat Madrid. So it’s only 45 minutes in a league game where they’ve played relatively okay. I think they’re out of the title race.”

Fowler was also critical of Liverpool’s recruitment approach, pointing out the challenges faced by the new signings:
“Frimpong is the biggest example; he was brought in as a Trent replacement, but he’s a wing-back. And Kerkez, he was everyone’s favorite left back last year. When you’re playing for Liverpool or Man United, it’s different playing for Bournemouth or Brentford, because there’s more pressure.”

Liverpool signed Milos Kerkez from Bournemouth for a reported fee of £40 million as part of their efforts to strengthen the squad.

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### Defender Linked with Liverpool Opens Up About Future

Bayern Munich star Dayot Upamecano has been linked with a potential move away from the Allianz Arena next summer, with his contract set to expire. The French defender has yet to agree on a new deal with the Bavarian club and has been linked with top clubs including Real Madrid and Liverpool for a possible free transfer.

Speaking about his future, Upamecano said:
“My agent is taking care of it. We will make the right decision. I am receiving good advice. I am focused on this season and my goals with the club and the national team. I don’t have the headspace for it. I’m completely relaxed. I’m under contract with FC Bayern. I have goals. But I’m very grateful when clubs are interested in me.”

Upamecano joined Bayern Munich from RB Leipzig in 2021. Since then, he has made 167 appearances for the club, scoring five goals and providing 10 assists.

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*Edited by Aditya Singh.*
https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/news-when-playing-liverpool-man-united-different-robbie-fowler-questions-reds-recruitment-key-areas-amid-poor-form

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Beyond Meat (BYND) Stock: Earnings Report Looms After 77% Annual Decline

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**Beyond Meat Faces Mounting Pressure Ahead of Q3 Earnings Report**

Beyond Meat, Inc. (BYND) is set to announce its third-quarter earnings on November 11 after the closing bell. The plant-based protein maker is under increasing scrutiny, following a year marked by steep losses and declining sales.

**Analyst Expectations and Revenue Decline**

Analysts are forecasting Q3 revenue of $68.77 million—representing a 15.1% decline compared to last year’s third quarter. The company previously postponed this earnings report due to an impairment charge, further heightening investor concerns about its financial stability. Wall Street anticipates an adjusted loss of $0.43 per share for the quarter.

CEO Ethan Brown acknowledged “ongoing softness in the plant-based meat category” during Beyond Meat’s last quarterly update.

**Revenue Falls Across All Segments**

Last quarter presented a troubling outlook. Beyond Meat reported $74.96 million in revenue, missing analyst estimates by 8.6%. This marked a 19.6% year-over-year drop. U.S. retail sales took the hardest hit, falling 26.7% compared to the previous year. Domestic food service showed some resilience with 6.8% growth, but it wasn’t enough to offset declines elsewhere. In total, U.S. revenues dropped 20.4% to $43.96 million.

International markets mirrored these challenges, with retail revenues down 9.8% and food service falling 25.8%. For the first half of 2025, overall revenues declined 14.9% to $143.69 million. Beyond Meat has now missed Wall Street revenue expectations three times in the last two years.

Net losses reached $82.16 million for the first six months—an improvement on last year’s $88.84 million loss, but the company remains deeply unprofitable.

**Balance Sheet Raises Red Flags**

Beyond Meat’s financial position remains precarious. As of June, the company reported $103 million in cash against a stockholders’ deficit of $677 million. The current market cap stands at $552 million—a figure that appears optimistic given ongoing losses and negative equity.

The stock has dropped 77% over the last 12 months. However, shares rallied 25.6% in the month leading up to earnings, contrasting with the wider perishable food sector’s 3.6% decline over the same period. Analysts currently maintain a price target of $2.23 per share, while Beyond Meat stock trades at just $1.30.

Wall Street’s estimates have remained largely unchanged over the past 30 days.

**Industry Comparisons and Looking Ahead**

Other companies in the perishable foods space have fared better. Vital Farms posted 37.2% revenue growth, beating expectations by 3.7%. Pilgrim’s Pride grew revenue by 3.8% and topped estimates by 0.8%.

Beyond Meat has not issued full-year guidance for 2025. The company’s projected Q3 revenue is between $68 million and $73 million, another drop from Q3 2024’s $81 million.

The upcoming earnings call will be crucial for investors, as it will shed light on whether consumer demand for plant-based meat continues to weaken.
https://blockonomi.com/beyond-meat-bynd-stock-earnings-report-looms-after-77-annual-decline/

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Where Amazon meets ocean: A Brazilian community fights rising tides

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On Marajó Island, at the confluence of the Amazon River and Atlantic Ocean in northern Brazil, life ebbs and flows with the tides. For more than four decades, Ivanil Brito found paradise in her modest stilt house, just 20 metres (65 ft) from the shoreline. There, she and her husband Catito fished, cultivated crops, and tended to livestock.

“I was a very happy person in that little piece of land. That was my paradise,” she says.

That paradise vanished during a violent storm in February 2024, when relentless waters surged through Vila do Pesqueiro town, eroding the coastline that had nourished generations.

“Even though we didn’t move far, it feels like a completely different world,” Ivanil shares from their new settlement less than a kilometre (half a mile) inland. “This is a mangrove area—hotter, noisier, and not a place where we can raise animals or grow crops.”

Vila do Pesqueiro, home to about 160 families, lies within the Soure Marine Extractive Reserve, a protected area managed by the Chico Mendes Institute for Biodiversity Conservation. Established to preserve traditional ways of life and promote sustainable resource management, the reserve now confronts the harsh realities of climate change.

While fishing remains the primary livelihood, local cuisine and tourism provide supplementary income to residents. Yet, intensifying tides and accelerating erosion threaten their very existence.

For Ivanil’s son Jhonny, a fisherman studying biology at Universidade do Pará’s Marajó-Soure campus, these transformations are deeply worrying.

“The place where our houses used to be is now underwater,” he says. “For me, moving isn’t just about safety; it’s about protecting the place and the people who shaped my life.”

Meanwhile, residents like Benedito Lima and his wife Maria have chosen to remain, despite their home now standing perilously close to the water’s edge. Leaving, they say, would mean surrendering their livelihood.

“Every new tide shakes the ground,” Benedito explains, gazing towards what used to be a safely distant canal. “This isn’t even the high-tide season yet.”

Climate adaptation here takes various forms. Some families rebuild farther inland, while others adjust their daily routines to accommodate the sea’s advance.

Community leader Patricia Ribeiro believes that a collective resilience sustains Vila do Pesqueiro.

“Our stories have always been passed down through generations,” she says. “This is our home, our ancestry. We want to stay here to protect what our families built. As long as we’re together, we won’t give up.”

As Brazil prepares to host the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in nearby Belém, communities like Vila do Pesqueiro exemplify what is at stake.

Through its initiatives, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) supports efforts to enhance resilience, protect livelihoods, and ensure these families can continue living safely on their ancestral lands.
https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2025/11/10/where-amazon-meets-ocean-a-brazilian-community-fights-rising-tides?traffic_source=rss

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Lavrov ‘sidelined’ by Putin after Trump summit failure

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**The Telegraph**

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**To: Timber Rattler**

Who coaxed you out of your Trump-hating site? You smell blood in the water, snek?

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**To: Timber Rattler**

*Posted by plain talk*

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Mohammad Shami vs Brett Lee – comparing their stats after 108 ODIs

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Veteran pacer Mohammad Shami’s wait for an international comeback continues as he was not picked in the Indian squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against South Africa. The 35-year-old claimed 15 wickets in the first two matches of the ongoing Ranji Trophy season for Bengal. However, it wasn’t enough to convince the selectors to hand him a recall.

Shami has missed a majority of international cricket following his heroics in the 2023 ODI World Cup held in India. He was recalled for the white-ball series against England at home at the start of the year and even featured in the subsequent Champions Trophy in the UAE. However, he has not been picked for India since the Champions Trophy final against New Zealand in March.

To put his international career in perspective, Shami has featured in 108 ODIs so far. In light of ongoing debates around his possible international return, we compare his stats with those of former Australian speedster Brett Lee, who also played 108 ODIs.

### Mohammad Shami vs Brett Lee: Who has more wickets and a better average after 108 ODIs?

In his 108 ODIs, Mohammad Shami has taken 206 wickets at an average of 24.05 and an economy rate of 5.58. Notably, 42 of these wickets came in 26 matches against Australia at an average of 30.85. He has also claimed 38 wickets in 16 ODIs versus New Zealand with an impressive average of 21.15. Against England, Shami has picked up 27 wickets in 17 matches at an average of 24.77.

On the other hand, Brett Lee had 192 wickets after 108 ODIs at a better average of 22.19 and a more economical rate of 4.68. He took 33 wickets in 19 ODIs against Pakistan at an average of 24.93. Against India, Lee claimed 24 wickets from 13 matches at an excellent average of 19.04. He also picked up 23 wickets each against England and South Africa from 12 and 11 matches respectively.

### Who has more five-wicket hauls after 108 ODIs?

Shami has six five-wicket hauls and 10 four-wicket hauls in his 108 ODIs. His career-best figures of 7-57 came against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, during the first semifinal of the 2023 World Cup. Additionally, he took 5-51 against Australia in Mohali in September 2023. Among his six five-fers, two came against New Zealand, and one each against Australia, Bangladesh, England, and Sri Lanka.

Conversely, after 108 ODIs, Brett Lee had claimed three five-wicket hauls and seven four-wicket hauls. His best performance was 5-27 against India in Adelaide in January 2000. Lee also recorded 5-30 against England in Melbourne (January 2003) and 5-42 versus New Zealand in Gqeberha during the 2003 World Cup.

### Who has a better record in wins after 108 ODIs?

In the 69 matches Team India won with Shami in the squad, he took 150 wickets at an excellent average of 19.62 and an economy rate of 5.24, including five five-wicket hauls and eight four-wicket hauls. In the 33 ODIs India lost, Shami picked up 47 wickets at a higher average of 37.29 and an economy rate of 6.12, with one five-wicket haul and two four-wicket hauls.

For Brett Lee, after 108 ODIs, Australia had won 78 matches in which he claimed 152 wickets at an average of 20.17 and an economy rate of 4.52, along with three five-fers and six four-fers. In 23 matches Australia lost, he took 33 wickets at an average of 32.42 and an economy rate of 5.29.

### Who has a better record in the World Cup after 108 ODIs?

In 18 ODI World Cup matches, Shami has taken 55 wickets at an outstanding average of 13.52 and an economy rate of 5.13. He boasts four five-wicket hauls and four four-wicket hauls in ICC events. Impressively, 24 of these wickets came in seven matches during the 2023 edition, averaging just 10.70, with three five-fers and one four-fer.

Brett Lee played 10 matches in the ODI World Cup (2003), picking up 22 wickets at an average of 17.90 and an economy rate of 4.73. He recorded one five-wicket haul in the tournament, with figures of 5-42 against New Zealand in Gqeberha. Lee also picked up a hat-trick against Kenya in Durban during the same World Cup.

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In summary, both Mohammad Shami and Brett Lee have had illustrious ODI careers characterized by high wicket tallies and match-winning performances. While Lee boasts a slightly better average and economy rate overall, Shami’s recent performances, especially in the 2023 World Cup, underscore his potential value to the Indian team should he make a return to the international fold.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/cricket/mohammad-shami-vs-brett-lee-comparing-stats-108-odis

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‘Heartbreaking’: Louisville business destroyed, employees missing after UPS plane crash

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Sean Garber had just boarded a plane in Jacksonville, Florida, when the call came in from his CFO at Grade A Auto Parts and Recycling in Louisville. She was crying, screaming, rushing a flurry of explanations through the phone as she tried to describe the scene before her to Garber, owner and CEO of Grade A.

An earthquake, a power outage, and the scrap metal office exploding. None of it made sense. When she turned the camera to FaceTime, Garber still couldn’t understand. A rising black cloud of smoke, flames everywhere, the sound of explosions coming through the phone’s tinny speakers.

“It wasn’t logical to even understand,” Garber said. “The images I was seeing—it would have to be a military bomb that created that.” But it wasn’t.

Just minutes before, UPS Flight 2976 had crashed while departing Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport on its way to Honolulu. The plane fell shortly after takeoff, hitting a petroleum recycling center and carving a path of destruction through an industrial zone near the airport, killing at least 13 people, including a young child, and injuring several others.

Three of Grade A’s employees are still unaccounted for as agencies work to search for and identify victims. Since his return to Louisville, Garber has been with his employees and the families of those still missing, saying many are still looking for answers.

“They want to bring closure,” Garber said. “They want to know have they found them? And if not, where are they?”

“With knowing that there’s this many unidentified bodies, it’s just weighing on them heavily,” Garber continued. “But I do know that the authorities are working diligently to figure it out.”

Garber said he hopes that results from DNA sampling tests will come back “any hour or any day now” and that families can receive the closure they’re seeking.

Garber was also proud of his employees and customers inside the business for their actions amid the chaos of the explosion. Someone threw a female employee out a window to save her from the flames once it was clear the exits were blocked. Another rescued a customer who had burns over 95% of his body, pulling him to safety, Garber said.

He recounted a story told by two managers: one saw the fireball and tackled the other to safety but panicked as the exits were blocked, only to be pulled to safety by the coworker he had just tackled.

“One person saved a life and then the person paid that back and helped and dragged him out through the fire and saved his life,” Garber said. “It’s indescribable.”

Although his focus is on his employees and their families at this time, seeing 20 years of his business and life in rubble was devastating not only for Garber but for those who depend on Grade A Auto Parts.

“To see it completely destroyed and unable to function going forward at this particular time is heartbreaking,” Garber said.

On Nov. 7, firms Whiteford Taylor & Preston and Peterson Law announced they would represent “several Kentucky families of the injured and deceased including Grade A Recycling, and its employees for damages sustained” during the crash, according to a release from the firms.

“It will take a long time to rebuild the lives and businesses impacted by the crash,” Garber said, asking the community to continue to support and show their love to those affected.

“It’s not just my company,” Garber said. “The whole Grade Lane—there’s multiple companies shut down, and they have employees too. So we as a community need to figure out how we can get everybody back to where they once were.”

Those interested in donating to Grade A Auto employees can visit [gofund.me/eca6a0b34](https://gofund.me/eca6a0b34).

For more information, reach reporter Keely Doll at kdoll@courierjournal.com or follow her on X at [@keely_doll](https://x.com/keely_doll).
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/heartbreaking-louisville-business-destroyed-employees-100651589.html

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‘Smells fishy’: Analyst stunned by House GOP’s reluctance to swear in new representative

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A professor of international politics was stunned during an interview on Thursday to reveal that Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) has still not sworn in Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva of Arizona, more than a month after her election.

Grijalva, a Democrat, won a special election last month to replace her late father. Since then, she has pledged to support a discharge petition aimed at forcing a discussion about the release of Epstein files. Some experts suggest this stance is the main reason she has yet to be sworn in.

Scott Lucas, who teaches international politics at the Clinton Institute at University College Dublin, discussed Grijalva’s situation in a new interview for “The Trump Effect” podcast.

“They’re just trying to avoid the reckoning,” Lucas said. “The fact here is I don’t think you’re going to shift Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) and that handful of Republicans. It just smells fishy,” he added. “It smells fishy that they will not even allow a discussion on this.”

Lucas also noted that the ongoing situation with Prince Andrew in the UK adds an interesting wrinkle to the case.
https://www.rawstory.com/house-gop-2674273749/

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“No such verdict has been passed” – Former India opener’s big claim after Mohammad Shami is snubbed for IND vs SA 2025 Tests

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Former India opener Aakash Chopra has dismissed social media claims suggesting that Mohammad Shami’s international career might be over after he was not included in the Indian squad for the home Test series against South Africa. Chopra emphasized that the experienced Bengal fast bowler can definitely make a comeback if he continues his wicket-taking form in domestic cricket.

Shami has missed a significant portion of international cricket due to injury and fitness issues following his impressive performances in the 2023 ODI World Cup held in India. The 35-year-old last represented India in the 2025 Champions Trophy final in Dubai earlier this year. Prior to that, he was part of the T20I squad against England at home. However, Shami has not played Test cricket since the 2023 World Test Championship (WTC) final at The Oval.

Despite picking up 15 wickets in three matches during the ongoing Ranji Trophy season for Bengal, Shami was overlooked for the two-match Test series against South Africa.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, Aakash Chopra urged fans and critics not to be disheartened and insisted that Shami will get opportunities again as long as he maintains his performance at the domestic level.

“I won’t say that it’s curtains. Many on social media are claiming that you won’t see Shami playing for India again. I don’t think that’s the case. No such verdict has been passed by the jury. He can get a chance again provided he keeps picking up wickets and lasts an entire season,” Chopra said.

Chopra further added, “There are a lot of vacant slots for premier fast bowlers. There are injuries and workload management as well. There are lots of matches being played across formats, so I don’t think that will be an issue. Don’t worry about it. Shami’s name will come.”

Mohammad Shami has so far featured in 64 Test matches, claiming 229 wickets at an average of 27.71, including six five-wicket hauls. In addition, he has taken over 200 wickets in ODIs and 27 scalps in T20Is.

### Akash Deep Preferred Over Mohammad Shami for India vs South Africa 2025 Tests

From the team that recently faced the West Indies, India made only two changes to the 15-man squad for the upcoming Test series against South Africa. A fit-again Rishabh Pant has returned in place of N Jagadeesan, while Prasidh Krishna was replaced by Akash Deep.

Jasprit Bumrah will lead the bowling attack, supported once again by Mohammed Siraj. Siraj was the leading wicket-taker during the demanding five-match Test series in England, claiming 23 wickets at an average of 32.43. Bumrah played three Tests in that series and took 14 wickets at an average of 26, while Akash Deep impressed with 10 wickets in the Birmingham Test.

The selectors’ preference for Akash Deep over Shami in the current Test squad highlights the competitive nature of fast bowling slots in the Indian team, but as Aakash Chopra noted, Shami’s experience and skills mean he remains very much in contention, provided he continues strong domestic performances.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/cricket/news-aakash-chopra-big-claim-mohammad-shami-snubbed-ind-vs-sa-2025-tests

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Small Modular Reactors: Why Governments And Tech Giants Are Embracing SMRs

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**Small Modular Reactors: De-Risking Nuclear Energy Through Factory Production**

Small modular reactors (SMRs) promise to reduce cost overruns and delays traditionally associated with nuclear power projects by utilizing factory production methods. This innovation is attracting significant attention from major technology companies and governments alike.

Tech giants are actively investing in the development and deployment of SMRs. Google has partnered with Kairos Power, Amazon has invested in X-energy, and Microsoft has secured output from a recently restarted nuclear reactor. Such collaborations highlight the growing confidence in SMRs as a key component of future energy systems.

Governments view SMRs as essential for enhancing energy security while meeting climate commitments. According to an analysis by Arthur D. Little, SMRs must achieve levelised costs of electricity (LCOE) between €52 and €119 per megawatt-hour to compete with other baseload energy sources under current market conditions.

As the world strives to reach net-zero carbon targets, a constant and reliable electricity supply is critical. While renewable energy sources provide part of the solution, their intermittency remains a challenge. Nuclear reactors produce electricity consistently, irrespective of weather conditions, and emit significantly lower carbon emissions compared to hydrocarbon-based power generation.

Traditional nuclear plants, however, have faced challenges such as high upfront costs and construction delays. SMRs offer a promising alternative by potentially overcoming these obstacles through modular, scalable production techniques.

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