News
“Best season of my life”: The international player crowned NBA MVP
Denver Nuggets’ superstar Nikola Jokic has become the sixth international player to win the NBA’s Most Valuable Player Award.
“Kind of the cherry on the top is probably the trophy, so I think this is my the best season of my life.”
JOKIC SAID AFTER WINNING MPV.
Jokic polled 91 of the 101 first-place votes to be the clear winner.
Philadelphia 76ers Joel Embiid and Steph Curry from the Golden State Warriors were second and third, respectively.
“To be honest, I didn’t even think of being in the NBA when I started to play basketball back home,”
jokic said.
“It was playing Euro League, because that was kind of the closest top league to my country…but then the Denver Nuggets drafted me it was an opportunity for me to become an NBA player, and I think I did a good job of using that opportunity.”
Jokic also became the first centre since Shaquille O’Neal in 2000 to win the league’s top individual honour.
Jokic is also the lowest-ever NBA Draft pick (No. 41 overall) to win the highly regarded award.
Meanwhile, Australia’s Ben Simmons finished 12th in the voting after receiving one fourth-place vote, placing him above superstars like LeBron James.
News
Liberal and Nationals reunite after political split
Australia’s major parties restore Coalition unity after three weeks, with Nationals frontbenchers rejoining shadow cabinet and ministers pledging commitment.
Australia’s major parties restore Coalition unity after three weeks, with Nationals frontbenchers rejoining shadow cabinet and ministers pledging commitment.
Australia’s Liberal and National parties have agreed to restore their historic Coalition partnership after a three-week split, marking their second reconciliation in under a year. The deal ensures stability ahead of upcoming political challenges.
Under the agreement, Nationals frontbenchers will return to the shadow cabinet by March 1. This move signals a return to unified leadership as both parties aim to present a stronger front in parliament.
As part of the compromise, three senators who broke party solidarity during a recent vote face a six-week suspension. All shadow ministers will also sign an agreement to uphold cabinet unity and prevent future splits.
Subscribe to never miss an episode of Ticker – https://www.youtube.com/@weareticker
News
Starmer aide resigns after Mandelson appointment questioned over Epstein links
Morgan McSweeney resigned amid scrutiny of Peter Mandelson’s US ambassadorship; Keir Starmer claims he was misled about Epstein ties.
Morgan McSweeney resigned amid scrutiny of Peter Mandelson’s US ambassadorship; Keir Starmer claims he was misled about Epstein ties.
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, has resigned amid scrutiny over Peter Mandelson’s appointment as U.K. ambassador to the U.S. McSweeney accepted responsibility for the controversial decision, calling stepping aside the honourable choice.
Lawmakers raised questions about Mandelson’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein. The Epstein files indicate Mandelson maintained contact with Epstein even after his 2008 conviction, intensifying the controversy surrounding his diplomatic appointment.
Starmer confirmed that Mandelson misled him about the extent of their friendship and pledged to release documents confirming the details. The resignation signals a significant shake-up in Starmer’s team and ongoing political fallout.
Subscribe to never miss an episode of Ticker – https://www.youtube.com/@weareticker
News
Japan election delivers commanding win for ruling LDP
Japan’s ruling party expected to strengthen majority in Lower House election despite heavy snowfall, says local forecasts.
Japan’s ruling party expected to strengthen majority in Lower House election despite heavy snowfall, says local forecasts.
Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party is projected to tighten its grip on power following a decisive Lower House election, according to local media forecasts. Early projections suggest the LDP will secure between 274 and 328 seats in the 465-seat chamber, significantly strengthening its parliamentary position.
Together with coalition partner the Japan Innovation Party, the governing bloc is expected to cross the 300-seat mark, with some estimates putting the total as high as 366 seats. Voter turnout remained resilient despite heavy snow across parts of the country, as citizens braved severe weather to cast their ballots.
The election was called by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in January, a move widely viewed as a strategic gamble to capitalise on her strong public approval ratings. The result appears to reinforce her mandate and consolidate political stability in Japan’s national leadership.
Subscribe to never miss an episode of Ticker – https://www.youtube.com/@weareticker
-
News3 days agoU.S. ramps up Cuba aid as energy crisis deepens
-
News5 days ago
Amazon launches AI tools to change film and television production
-
Tech4 days ago
OpenAI and Anthropic launch faster, smarter AI tools for enterprise coding
-
Shows5 days ago
AI in education: Transforming learning, challenges, and future skills
-
News4 days ago
Oil prices surge as U.S.-Iran tensions escalate
-
Ticker Views5 days ago
Nine Entertainment buys QMS Media for $850 million as radio assets sold
-
Shows5 days ago
Adrian Pozzo reflects on Cbus Property’s successes and future
-
News4 days ago
SpaceX expands Starlink with phone plans and satellite tracking ambitions
