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Millions of viewers watch star-studded memorial to remember Shane Warne
Cricket legend Shane Warne who died suddenly at the age of 52 this month has been fare welled in a star-studded memorial on Wednesday evening
One billion world-wide viewers watched Australia’s beloved ‘spin king’ being remembered by A-list sporting greats, celebrities and politicians.
The Sun reported an audience of 300 million in India watched the memorial, as well as millions in the UK, Pakistan and Bangladesh.
Ed Sheeran and a host of former cricketers led the tributes to the Australian cricketing icon at the ceremony at Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Sir Elton John – who performed a song for his great mate – along with actor Hugh Jackman and Kylie Minogue all appeared via video link to pay their respects.
His father, brother and three children all gave moving speeches in front of thousands of people in attendance.
His eldest child Brooke Warne broke hearts around the world as the 24 year-old held back tears saying how much she’ll miss her dad.
Meanwhile in a moving speech, the youngest of the three children, Summer, says we were all robbed of time with Warne and she will cherish the 20 years of memories they had together.
Summer said her father would “always live forever inside my heart” in saddening scenes.
“Forever my dad, no matter where you are,” she said.
Warne’s father Keith said the former Australia international packed more into his life “than most people would in two lifetimes”.
In the service he told the crowd “Shane said of himself, ‘I smoked, I drank, and I played a little cricket’.
Shane Warne’s little brother Jason shared his favourite memories of ‘the best brother he could ask for’.
The service ended with the unveiling of the Shane Warne Stand at the MCG by Warne’s children.
Warne is regarded as one of the greatest cricketers of all-time, having claimed 708 Test wickets in 145 matches across a stellar 15-year international career.
So many people could relate to Warne, touched by the late cricketer’s friends and supporters including ex-teammates who shared heartfelt messages and speeches last night.
Fans laid flowers, beers and signs under his statue at the MCG while tributes for the legend continue to flood social media.
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SpaceX IPO could make Elon Musk’s Mars dream a trillion-dollar reality
SpaceX’s upcoming IPO could raise $25 billion and value the company over $1 trillion, igniting investor excitement for Mars missions.
SpaceX’s upcoming IPO could raise $25 billion and value the company over $1 trillion, igniting investor excitement for Mars missions.
Investors are buzzing as SpaceX gears up for a potential IPO, aiming to raise more than $25 billion, possibly as soon as June. The offering could value the company at over $1 trillion, fueling Musk’s ambitious plans for Mars and beyond.
Despite the high-risk nature of space ventures, demand from retail investors is expected to be strong. Experts predict this IPO could become historic, with the company’s market value potentially soaring past $2 trillion once it launches.
Musk’s unconventional management style hasn’t slowed investor enthusiasm, even amidst regulatory hurdles. The funds raised could also support groundbreaking innovations, including energy-efficient space data centers.
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Russia shoots down 280+ Ukrainian drones as Zelenskyy pushes new peace plan
Russia claims 280 Ukrainian drones shot down; Zelenskyy finalizes a new peace proposal amid rising tensions and military clashes.
Russia claims 280 Ukrainian drones shot down; Zelenskyy finalizes a new peace proposal amid rising tensions and military clashes.
Russia’s Defence Ministry claims it has shot down over 280 Ukrainian drones, with 40 intercepted near Moscow, some targeting the city directly. Emergency services responded to debris, and temporary flight restrictions were enforced at Moscow’s airports amid the attacks.
Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy revealed his team is finalizing a revised 20-point peace proposal, introducing new ideas on territorial control. Ukrainian and American officials are set to consult online, focusing on security guarantees rather than the detailed points of the plan.
As tensions rise, both military clashes and diplomatic efforts continue to shape the future of the conflict. Keep up with the latest updates and expert analysis on these unfolding events.
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Disney invests $1B in OpenAI to generate Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar videos
Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI for AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, enhancing fan interactions and launching in 2026.
Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI for AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, enhancing fan interactions and launching in 2026.
Disney is taking AI to the next level, investing $1 billion in OpenAI to create a licensing deal that allows users to generate videos featuring more than 200 characters from Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar. This partnership could redefine how fans interact with their favorite characters.
The deal will let users stream short AI-generated videos directly on Disney+, and ChatGPT will also produce images of Disney’s licensed characters. However, the agreement excludes talent likenesses or voices, keeping human performances separate.
Set to launch in 2026, the collaboration also gives Disney warrants to purchase additional OpenAI equity and use AI tools for product development, opening doors to new creative opportunities.
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