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Straits Times
38 minutes ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
OKC Thunder ready to play for all the marbles: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander drives to the basket against Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam during the second half of Game 6. PHOTO: REUTERS OKC Thunder ready to play for all the marbles: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander INDIANAPOLIS – The Oklahoma City Thunder 'sucked' in a sloppy, lopsided NBA Finals Game 6 loss on June 19 to the Indiana Pacers, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander said, but he is confident that they have what it takes to claim the title in Game 7. 'The way I see it, we sucked tonight,' Gilgeous-Alexander, the reigning NBA Most Valuable Player, said after the Thunder's bid to close out the Pacers ended in a 108-91 defeat in Indianapolis. Averaging more than 30 points per game in the Finals, the star point guard scored just 21 to go along with four rebounds, two assists and eight of the Thunder's 21 turnovers. 'Some of them I think was carelessness, not being as focused, not being engaged,' the Canadian added of the Thunder's uncharacteristic turnovers. 'They played harder than us tonight as well. When a team plays harder, they turn the other team over.' Gilgeous-Alexander's eight turnovers were more than his seven baskets, but Thunder coach Mark Daigneault said the defeat was on the entire team. 'First of all, credit Indiana,' he said. 'I thought they obviously earned the win. They outplayed us for most of the 48 minutes. That's the story of the game. They went out there and attacked the game. 'From our standpoint, it was uncharacteristic. It was disappointing. It was collective. It wasn't one guy. Just we were not where we needed to be on either end of the floor for much of the game.' The Pacers rallied around injured star Tyrese Haliburton, who was cleared to play with a right calf injury only a couple of hours before tip-off. He scored 14 points with five assists and two steals in a solid contribution to a comprehensive team effort. Obi Toppin led the Pacers scoring with 20 points off the bench as Indiana's reserves out-scored Oklahoma City's bench 48-37. Andrew Nembhard added 17 points and Pascal Siakam had 16 points and 13 rebounds for the Pacers, who had lost the last two games to stand on the brink of elimination. 'We just wanted to protect home court,' Haliburton said. 'We didn't want to see these guys celebrate a championship on our home floor. 'Backs against the wall, we just responded... So many different guys chipped in, total team effort. I'm really proud of this group.' The Thunder, winners of a league-best 68 regular-season games, pulled their starters after falling behind by 30 going into the fourth quarter. Gilgeous-Alexander admitted the chance of clinching the franchise's first title since it relocated to Oklahoma City in 2008 – they won n 1979 as the Seattle SuperSonics – was 'definitely in the back of our minds'. 'Now, we didn't play like it at all,' he added. 'That's why the night went the way it did. We got exactly what we deserved, what we earned. We have to own that.' But he did not think he and his Thunder teammates – who ousted the Denver Nuggets with a lopsided Game 7 win in their Western Conference semi-final series – needed to find something new. 'I don't feel like I have to do anything other than just be the best version of myself,' he said. 'I think that goes for everyone else in the room. We just have to bring what we bring to the table, what we've brought to the table all year. 'One game for everything you ever dreamt of. If you win it, you get everything. If you lose it, you get nothing. It's that simple.' The Pacers, meanwhile, are in search of a first NBA title. They won American Basketball Association titles in 1970, 1972 and 1973 before joining the NBA as part of the ABA-NBA merger in 1976. The term 'one game' was also on their minds as they look towards Game 7 on June 22. 'You know, we've got one game,' Haliburton said. 'All cards on the table. It's going to be a lot of fun.' AFP, REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Sydney Morning Herald
39 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
Words keep coming and they don't stop coming
Baby bump and Swiftie are in the dictionary, right? Um, not quite. Soon, but not yet. English evolves at warp speed now, boosted by social media's endless prose, seeing an archive like Collins barely finding time to add half-sibling or double-space, blastproof and compostable, only for newbies like warp speed and newbie to come knocking. Content creator is now a career, yet only recently made the database. Ditto for terabit (1000 gigabits) and dishwashing. Mid-strength and safe word, beach read and survivor guilt. The siege is relentless, as timezone (one word) and evote (no hyphen) clamour for inclusion. Hence my habit of loitering vestibules, those annexes linked to lexicons listing which words float in limbo, language midway between user-usage and publisher patronage. Some seem obvious, like old soul and outsiderism, slushie or reclick. Others like crickets (for a joke's silent response) or a dog's cone of shame are slang awaiting sanction. While another set is straight-out odd, like helixophile (a corkscrew collector) or hatfishing (wearing a hat in your Tinder pic.) Fusions reign, as usual. My fave is binfluencer, that neighbour who puts out their bins early, swaying everyone else's colour-coded array. Then there's sporror, a subgenre of horror writing centred around fungi, which feels too close to home. Meanwhile, exervious (a blend of excited and nervous) and todorrow (today-tomorrow) won't happen. Headlines can often summon new phrases, such as planet parade, Gulf of America and TACO: Trump Always Chickens Out. Sport can likewise keep the annex busy, the webpage receiving pine-time (minutes on the bench), scorpion kick, spoon bowl (battle for last place) and breadstick. Different from a bagel, where a player loses 0-6, a breadstick sees you go down 1-6. And yes, it can be used as a verb. Loading Sport and politics also mingle, notably in two more nominees. Gordie Howe, a Canadian great of ice-hockey, popularised 'Elbows out!' , shorthand for play hard. Since Trump's tariff splurge, the phrase has been a Canadian catchcry. Just as flood the zone – to overwhelm one part of the field with players – is now a civic ploy, where media are deliberately engulfed in so many new policies that none gain proper scrutiny. One Collins visitor adores Australian birds, insisting firetail and bronzewing find a nest. AlloyMiner, another contributor, digs South African words, from skabenga (hooligan) to moggy (irrational), zol (marijuana) and seshweshwe (printed cotton). The latter batch has enjoyed success too, as all four words were later enshrined in Oxford 's March intake.
Hamilton Spectator
42 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Here is your Arkells Rally rundown, Hamilton
Hamilton's biggest outdoor concert of the year is nearly here. Arkells are back in town this weekend to host The Rally — which takes over Hamilton Stadium on Saturday, with support from Portugal. The Man, as well as Canadian pals Valley and rising star Seago. Arkells' Rally 'the antidote' for community in trying times Doors for the show open at 4:30 p.m., but fans don't have to wait until the stage lights turn on to start taking in the festivities. Seago will open up the show at 5:30 p.m., with Valley slated to take the stage at 6:15 p.m., followed by Portugal. The Man at 7:30 p.m. Arkells will be on at 9 p.m. — however, set times are subject to change. The Spectator has a complete rundown of the weekend. So, read on and start planning. Arkells frontman Max Kerman goes for a rebound against a player from the Eva Rothwell Centre during a celebrity game opening of the upgraded basketball court in Woodlands Park in this June 2022 file photo. Arkells will host a basketball game at The Rally Court in Woodlands Park on Barton Street East on Friday to kick off the weekend. Members of the band, local kids and recognizable faces from the basketball world, such as former Toronto Raptors player Matt Bonner and Raptors superfan Nav Bhatia, will be hitting the court. All are welcome to attend. The event is free to the public. Tip-off is set for 12:30 p.m. Arkells frontman Max Kerman leads a group bike ride from Gore Park to Hamilton Stadium in this June 2022 file photo. The band will also be celebrating Arkells' Alley on Friday, which will see a portion of Arkell Street — the street where the band lived in Westdale when they studied at McMaster University — designated in honour of the group. While few details about the event have been released, fans are invited to 'come hang' with the band at the intersection of Arkell and Paisley at 11 a.m. Arkells will kick off the day with a Ride to The Rally, held in partnership with Hamilton Bikeshare. Cyclists will meet up at Gore Park, with the group ride to the stadium leaving at 2 p.m. Members of the band will join in on the ride, which will head from downtown to the east end. The Rally Market will be held outside Hamilton Stadium from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 21. The Rally Market — hosted outside the stadium — will run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendors will include Bright Side General, Girl on the Wing, Hamilton Craft Studios, My African Treasure, Foundry Ice Cream, New Hope Community Bikes and Jelly Bros. Fans will also have the chance to grab Arkells merch, including last-call vintage goodies. Entry is free. Ticket holders will be able to ride the HSR for free between the hours of 3 p.m. and midnight on Saturday. Fans are asked to show bus drivers their ticket once they board — and to always say thank you. Fans coming from out of town are encouraged to take GO Transit to the show. Coming from Toronto, fans can take the Lakeshore West line to West Harbour GO Station. On the way home, folks headed back to Toronto can grab the last train from West Harbour at 11:40 p.m. — an adjusted last train meant to accommodate rally concertgoers, in partnership with Metrolinx. Arkells' Rally 'the antidote' for community in trying times Here is your Arkells Rally rundown, Hamilton PHOTOS: A look back at Hamilton's The Arkells Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
The Age
43 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- The Age
Words keep coming and they don't stop coming
Baby bump and Swiftie are in the dictionary, right? Um, not quite. Soon, but not yet. English evolves at warp speed now, boosted by social media's endless prose, seeing an archive like Collins barely finding time to add half-sibling or double-space, blastproof and compostable, only for newbies like warp speed and newbie to come knocking. Content creator is now a career, yet only recently made the database. Ditto for terabit (1000 gigabits) and dishwashing. Mid-strength and safe word, beach read and survivor guilt. The siege is relentless, as timezone (one word) and evote (no hyphen) clamour for inclusion. Hence my habit of loitering vestibules, those annexes linked to lexicons listing which words float in limbo, language midway between user-usage and publisher patronage. Some seem obvious, like old soul and outsiderism, slushie or reclick. Others like crickets (for a joke's silent response) or a dog's cone of shame are slang awaiting sanction. While another set is straight-out odd, like helixophile (a corkscrew collector) or hatfishing (wearing a hat in your Tinder pic.) Fusions reign, as usual. My fave is binfluencer, that neighbour who puts out their bins early, swaying everyone else's colour-coded array. Then there's sporror, a subgenre of horror writing centred around fungi, which feels too close to home. Meanwhile, exervious (a blend of excited and nervous) and todorrow (today-tomorrow) won't happen. Headlines can often summon new phrases, such as planet parade, Gulf of America and TACO: Trump Always Chickens Out. Sport can likewise keep the annex busy, the webpage receiving pine-time (minutes on the bench), scorpion kick, spoon bowl (battle for last place) and breadstick. Different from a bagel, where a player loses 0-6, a breadstick sees you go down 1-6. And yes, it can be used as a verb. Loading Sport and politics also mingle, notably in two more nominees. Gordie Howe, a Canadian great of ice-hockey, popularised 'Elbows out!' , shorthand for play hard. Since Trump's tariff splurge, the phrase has been a Canadian catchcry. Just as flood the zone – to overwhelm one part of the field with players – is now a civic ploy, where media are deliberately engulfed in so many new policies that none gain proper scrutiny. One Collins visitor adores Australian birds, insisting firetail and bronzewing find a nest. AlloyMiner, another contributor, digs South African words, from skabenga (hooligan) to moggy (irrational), zol (marijuana) and seshweshwe (printed cotton). The latter batch has enjoyed success too, as all four words were later enshrined in Oxford 's March intake.
News18
an hour ago
- Health
- News18
Another Indian Student Dies In Canada, Consulate Extends Support
Last Updated: Tanya Tyagi, an Indian student studying at the University of Calgary in Canada, died under unclear circumstances. An Indian student studying at the University of Calgary died under mysterious circumstances, according to the Indian Consulate General in Vancouver on Thursday. The student was identified as Tanya Tyagi, who moved to Canada for higher studies. 'We are saddened by the sudden demise of Ms. Tanya Tyagi, an Indian student at University of Calgary," the Consulate said. 'The Consulate is in touch with the authorities and will provide all required assistance to the bereaved family. Our heartfelt condolences & prayers are with his family & friends of the deceased," it added. We are saddened by the sudden demise of Ms. Tanya Tyagi, an Indian student at University of Calgary. The Consulate is in touch with the authorities and will provide all required assistance to the bereaved family. Our heartfelt condolences & prayers are with his family & friends…— India in Vancouver (@cgivancouver) June 19, 2025 An unverified account on X claimed Tyagi had suffered a heart attack and urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to bring her body to India."Tanya Tyagi, a student from Northeast Delhi residing at 559/11D, Lane No 12, Vijay Park, had gone to Canada for studies. She died on June 17, 2025,due to a heart student's family has appealed to PM Modi for help in bringing her body back." 'The family doesn't know who to contact to bring the body back from Canada, so they've appealed to @PMOIndia @narendramodi @DrSJaishankar," it added. As the Canadian authorities have not yet released an official statement, the exact cause of her death remains unknown. According to Tyagi's LinkedIn page, she was pursuing her Master's in Food Safety and Quality in Canada. She had completed her Bachelor of Technology at Jaypee Institute of Information Technology. As part of her professional experience, she had worked as a business development intern in DP Jindal Groups, a quality control intern in Enviro Lab and a market research associate in Jasper Colin Research. She also worked as a quality assurance intern at Zippy Edible Products Pvt Ltd and a retail sales manager at Metro Mart Store. Indian Student Deaths Abroad This came nearly two months after another student, identified as 21-year-old Vanshika Saini, was found dead under mysterious circumstances in Canada's Ottawa after going missing since April 25. Vanshika's body was reportedly found near a beach after a hunt. Prior to that, Harsimrat Randhawa, a 21-year-old Indian student, was killed in Canada after she was fatally struck by a stray bullet after shots were fired by a car occupant, as she was waiting at a bus stop on her way to work. A high-profile case emerged in March as Sudiksha Konanki, a 20-year-old University of Pittsburgh student from India, who went missing during a spring break trip to the Dominican Republic. Konanki was a citizen of India and a permanent resident of the United States. According to sources, she disappeared while walking on the beach at a hotel in Punta Cana, La Altagracia province, east of the Dominican Republic. She was last seen on March 6, 2025, at 4:50 am on the beach of the Riu Punta Cana Hotel, according to Spanish media eports. The parents of Sudiksha Konanki have requested the Dominican Republic police to declare her dead, as per a US media report. She was last seen with Joshua Riibe, who was not originally part of Konanki's group but met them later in the resort town. First Published: June 20, 2025, 10:14 IST
