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VVS Laxman lauds Iyer, praises India's adaptability after Asian Games gold

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 08:05:39 GMT

Aichi-Nagoya [Japan], October 6 (ANI): VVS Laxman, head coach of the India men's team at the Asian Games 2026, praised the side's adaptability and preparation after India won the gold medal in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.

India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan by 19 runs in the men's cricket final held at the Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin on Saturday to successfully defend their gold medal.

In a video posted on the Bo

6th Global Education Summit sees academicians from 30 countries participating at Chandigarh University

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 06:35:32 GMT

PRNewswire

Chandigarh [India], October 6: The 6th edition of the Global Education Summit (GES) hosted by Chandigarh University brought together more than 90 renowned global academic leaders representing 69 leading global universities from 30 nations both from developed and developing worlds on a single platform with an objective to build an international alliance for exchange of ideas, knowledge and technology an

US, nine nations target Iran activities

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 02:58:37 GMT

Washington, DC [US], October 6 (ANI): The governments of the United States, Canada and eight Latin American and Caribbean nations issued a joint declaration on Monday accusing Iran and its proxies of conducting terrorist activities and various malign operations throughout the Western Hemisphere, whilst pledging intensified coordination to counter these threats.

This joint declaration stems from a US-Paraguay foru

"Learn, grow and ask questions": Morne Morkel stresses learning for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:22:57 GMT

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 5 (ANI): India bowling coach Morne Morkel said Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's continued exposure to the Indian team environment will be valuable for his development, regardless of his immediate playing opportunities for the first T20I against the West Indies on Tuesday.

The bowling coach stressed that decisions on the playing XI will be taken by the selectors, head coach Gautam Ga

India, West Indies fined for slow over-rate in 3rd ODI

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:40:37 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 5 (ANI): India and West Indies have been fined for maintaining slow over-rates during the third and final ODI of their series in New Chandigarh on Saturday.

India were fined 20 per cent of their match fee, while West Indies were fined 10 per cent after being found to be four and two overs short of their required over-rates, respectively, after time allowances were taken into considerati

Trinidad and Tobago Celebrates 50th Republic Day in New Delhi; High Commissioner Chandradath Singh Unveils the Gagan Dhawan's book The New Me 2.0

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:13:23 GMT

BusinessWire India

New Delhi [India], October 5: The Embassy of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago in India celebrated the 50th Republic Day of Trinidad and Tobago in New Delhi recently, bringing together the Additional Secretary, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), members of the diplomatic corps, Ambassadors and representatives of GRULAC and other countries, entrepreneurs, business leaders, and other distingui

US says it killed four "narco-terrorists" in strike on vessel in Caribbean

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:09:11 GMT

Washington, DC [US], October 5 (ANI): Four individuals were reported killed after the United States military carried out an operation targeting a vessel allegedly engaged in narcotics smuggling within the Caribbean Sea on Sunday, marking a continuation of ongoing military actions directed by the administration against regional trafficking.

According to a statement issued by the United States Southern Command on X

Amir Jangoo added to West Indies squad as cover for injured Jewel Andrew ahead of India T20Is

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:33:13 GMT

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 5 (ANI): West Indies wicketkeeper-batter Amir Jangoo has been added to the team's T20I squad for the upcoming T20I series against India as cover for Jewel Andrew, who sustained a finger injury during the third ODI on Saturday, according to the ICC website.

He injured a finger while taking a catch to dismiss Naman Dhir at cover and was subsequently taken to hospital for sca

I personally would like Rohit to have more ODI hundreds than his age: Sunil Gavaskar

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 13:58:52 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 4 (ANI): Legendary Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar shared his thoughts on Rohit Sharma's 92-run knock against West Indies in the third and final ODI.

Gavaskar expressed disappointment at India's star opener falling for 92, saying he wants the 'Hitman' to have more ODI centuries than his age when he eventually calls time on his international career.

Gavaskar noted that a 36th ODI h

NCL GT20 Canada to be held in the Caribbean from October 23 to November 2

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:32:12 GMT

Toronto [Canada], October 4 (ANI): The NCL GT20 Canada, Canada's professional T20 franchise cricket tournament, will stage its 2026 edition in St. Vincent and the Grenadines from October 23 to November 2, 2026, bringing together Canadian, Caribbean and international cricket talent on one platform.

The move to the Caribbean is specific to the 2026 edition, with the NCL GT20 Canada set to return to Canada in 2027.

Shai Hope sets multiple ODI records with record 162 in New Chandigarh

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 03:31:03 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], October 4 (ANI): West Indies captain Shai Hope etched his name in the record books with a magnificent 162 as he registered the highest individual score by a West Indies batter in a successful ODI run chase, powering his side to a historic five-wicket win over India in the third and final ODI here on Saturday.

Hope's unbeaten 162 off 143 balls, studded with 17 fours and three sixes

19th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention to be held in West Bengal from January 7 to 9

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:58:02 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 4 (ANI): The 19th edition of the Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas (PBD) Convention will be held in Kolkata, West Bengal, from January 7 to 9, 2027, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.

According to a statement issued on Saturday, the three-day flagship diaspora engagement event will be organised by the MEA in partnership with the State Government of West Bengal and will bring together me

"You always have more time than you think": Shai Hope reveals MS Dhoni advice behind match-winning 162 against India

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:29:28 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], October 4 (ANI): Former India captain MS Dhoni's words came to Shai Hope's mind when the West Indies batter found himself in the middle of a massive 352-run chase against India.

Recalling a conversation with the legendary wicketkeeper-batter, Hope said Dhoni's advice - "You always have more time than you think" - helped him stay patient and break the chase down as he went on

"Some areas definitely need some fine-tuning": Gill flags fielding, death bowling as areas to improve after 5-wicket defeat against West Indies

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:29:20 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], October 4 (ANI): As the West Indies chased down 352 in the third and final ODI against India, skipper Shubman Gill acknowledged the team's progress, saying that while several boxes had been ticked, there were still areas that needed fine-tuning.

Gill felt India posted a decent total but dew and being four overs behind allowed the opposition to take control at the end. He highlight

Shai Hope's 162, Motie's late blitz power West Indies to five-wicket win over India in 3rd ODI

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:49:40 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], October 3 (ANI): West Indies mounted a majestic chase of 352 against India in the third and final ODI, with captain Shai Hope leading the charge with a magnificent 150+ at the PCA International Cricket Stadium on Saturday.

This is West Indies' highest successful run-chase in ODIs. Hope anchored the West Indies chase with a magnificent 162 off 143 balls, laced with 17 fours an

"Proud always": Suniel Shetty cheers for son-in-law KL Rahul on completing 10,000 international runs

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:48:37 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 3 (ANI): Actor Suniel Shetty is cheering aloud for his son-in-law, cricketer KL Rahul, as the Indian batter completed his 10,000 international runs on Saturday.

Shetty, who appeared to be watching India's third ODI against West Indies on his television, shared the special moment and wrote, "Just Rahul being Rahul. Proud always."

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:07:45 GMT

Meerut (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 3 (ANI): Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Vice-President Rajeev Shukla on Saturday hailed India's Asian Games cricket gold medal win over Pakistan as a matter of great pride, praising the players for adapting to unfamiliar wicket conditions in Japan and delivering a strong performance.

He said the victory reflects the continued growth of Indian cricket und

3rd ODI: India elect to bat first against West Indies in New Chandigarh

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 09:03:29 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], October 3 (ANI): India won the toss and elected to bat first against the West Indies in the third and final ODI of the three-match series at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Saturday. India have already taken an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series after winning the first two matches.

The hosts began the series with an eight-wicket victory in the

A look at Shubman Gill's stupendous batting record as captain ahead of 3rd WI ODI

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 08:34:51 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], October 3 (ANI): Ahead of the third ODI against West Indies, it would be only right to take a deeper look into Indian skipper Shubman Gill's batting since assuming the leadership position, with the young opener having played some exceptional knocks in Tests and ODIs since taking up the captaincy.

India will take on West Indies in the third ODI at New Chandigarh's Mullanpur S

England Champions to go for title in WCL Season 3

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 08:03:51 GMT

Dubai [UAE], October 3 (ANI): Star-studded England Champions are ready to make their mark in the World Championship of Legends (WCL) Season 3 as the tournament will take place across Dubai and Sharjah from October 3-18 2026, bringing together seven international Champions teams and some of the biggest names in world cricket.

The newly acquired England Champions franchise is building a formidable squad for Se

Abhishek Sharma levels with Yuvraj Singh, surpasses Virat Kohli after explosive fifty in Asian Games final

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 08:02:48 GMT

Aichi-Nagoya [Japan], October 3 (ANI): India opener Abhishek Sharma continued his impressive run against Pakistan as he smashed a 28-ball 61 in the men's cricket gold medal match at the 2026 Asian Games, equalling Yuvraj Singh's record for most sixes in an innings in India-Pakistan T20Is.

Abhishek's explosive knock included seven sixes and three fours, coming at a strike rate of 217.68. His seven sixes saw him jo

All-rounder Naman Dhir reveals conversations with Jadeja, work on bowling ahead of third WI ODI

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:15:00 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], October 2 (ANI): Indian all-rounder Naman Dhir said that he has been working more on his bowling since entering the Indian Premier League (IPL) and spoke with senior all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja regarding bowling plans during what has been a run-fest ODI series against West Indies on home turf.

Speaking to reporters on the eve of the third ODI in Mullanpur, Dhir shared insights int

Shubman Gill eyes another big knock at New Chandigarh after historic ODI double century

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:57:47 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], October 2 (ANI): Following a record-breaking double ton in the second ODI against West Indies, Indian skipper Shubman Gill will be eyeing another big score as he plays a One-Day International for the first time at New Chandigarh's Mullanpur Stadium, one of the marquee venues in his home state of Punjab.

Having scored a measured 110 in the first ODI during a chase of 299 runs, Gill

2027 WC last swansong for Rohit, Virat, Starc and couple of others: South Africa legend Shaun Pollock

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:01:23 GMT

Johannesburg [South Africa], October 2 (ANI): Following the unveiling of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 schedule, former South African all-rounder Shaun Pollock said that the tournament could be the swansong for Indian legends Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Australian pacer Mitchell Starc. West Indies legend Brian Lara also warned that despite playing the qualifiers, the two-time champions Windies could 'cause some chao

"I'm not done yet": Chahal retires from first-class cricket, eyes ODI, T20 comeback for India

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:03:49 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 2 (ANI): Indian leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal on Friday announced his retirement from first-class cricket, conceding that his "dream" of playing Test cricket is no longer possible. However, the veteran spinner remains hopeful of making a comeback for India in ODIs and T20Is.

Chahal reflected emotionally on his red-ball journey, saying his final First-Class game at Lord's marked the end o

Moeen Ali, Jason Roy, David Malan to play for Vauve Global's England Champions in WCL Season 3

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:40:45 GMT

Dubai [UAE], October 2 (ANI): World Championship of Legends (WCL) Season 3 will take place across Dubai and Sharjah from October 3 to 18, 2026, bringing together seven international Champions teams and some of the biggest names in world cricket.

Vauve Global, Hong Kong, the investment arm of RV Group, has acquired the England Champions franchise for Season 3 of the World Championship of Legends (WCL), marking a s

'It's like a tick mark': Gill on being No.1 ODI batter, says focus remains on helping India win

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:39:29 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 2 (ANI): Indian skipper Shubman Gill reflected on being the World No. 1-ranked batter in ODIs, saying 'it was like a tick mark' to be the number one batter.

Gill, however, stressed that his true focus remains on delivering on the field, contributing to the team's success, and playing a match-winning role for India.

'The first time when I became the number one-ranked batsman, I thi

Fazalhaq, Livingstone, Gurbaz and Du Plessis headline big money moves at ILT20 season 5 player auction

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:38:08 GMT

Dubai [UAE], October 2 (ANI): Big bucks and blockbuster bids lit up the International League T20 (ILT20) season five player auction, with four players shattering the previous auction record of USD 260,000 set by Andre Fletcher and MI Emirates in Season 4.

Fazalhaq Farooqi led the way as MI Emirates splashed USD 380,000 on the Afghanistan star, followed by England's Liam Livingstone at USD 350,000 with Gulf Giants

Intensifying El Nino deepens economic risks across LatAm

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:45:26 GMT

by Xinhua Writer Tan Huiting

MEXICO CITY, Oct. 2 (Xinhua) -- Around Tecoluca in central El Salvador, some farmers who lost their first harvest are planting again, hoping scattered showers will provide enough water for a second crop.

The uncertainty is familiar to Salvadoran meteorologist Danilo Ramirez. "It can rain one day, and then five, six or eight days can pass without rain," he said.

Their predi

"They play very well in subcontinental conditions": Ganguly after India's win over West Indies and semifinal victory at Asian Games

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:47:16 GMT

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], October 1 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Sourav Ganguly said he wasn't surprised by Team India's strong performance in the ongoing ODI series against West Indies as well as their Asian Games 2026 campaign so far, where the Shreyas Iyer-led Men in Blue defeated Sri Lanka to reach the final, where they will face arch-rivals Pakistan.

India's ODI side, led by Shubman Gill, scripted a r

"Gill is only growing in stature with time": Harbhajan hails Shubman's record double century

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:13:39 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 1 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh heaped praise on Indian skipper Shubman Gill after his record-breaking double century during India's historic 406-run chase against the West Indies in the second ODI of the three-match series on Thursday.

During the second ODI, Gill put up a massive 255-run opening stand with Rohit Sharma to set the tempo for a humongous run-ch

Prasidh Krishna to miss 3rd ODI against West Indies, Naman Dhir replaces Washington Sundar for T20Is

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:21:23 GMT

Mumbai [Maharashtra] [India], October 1 (ANI): India has made changes to their squads ahead of the third ODI against the West Indies and the upcoming T20I series, with pacer Prasidh Krishna ruled out of the final ODI and Washington Sundar withdrawn from the T20I squad.

Krishna has been ruled out of the third ODI of the ongoing three-match series against West Indies after sustaining a left hamstring injury during

Iraq: Dire Prospects for Alleged ISIS-Linked Men, Boys

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

(Beirut) - Nearly 5,700 men and boys held as alleged Islamic State (ISIS) members and transferred to Iraq in early 2026 are at risk of abuse including imminent prosecution for adults in unfair trials, followed by execution, Human Rights Watch said today. Dozens of countries are stalling on repatriating and providing aid to their detained nationals amid torture allegations, grave illnesses, and several deaths in custody. T

Opening Fifth Committee Session, Speakers Urgently Call for Financial Stability as United Nations Undergoes Reform to Stay Relevant in Rapidly Changing World

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 21:47:17 GMT

Delegates in the Fifth Committee (Administrative and Budgetary) today opened their eighty-first session with urgent calls for the Organization’s financial stability as it undergoes reform meant to keep it relevant in a rapidly changing world.

General Assembly President Khalilur Rahman (Bangladesh) stressed that financial sustainability, mandate discipline and accountability must go

Costa Rica downs Haiti in Nations League

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:48:52 GMT

SAN JOSE, Oct. 4 (Xinhua) -- Carlos Mora and Andrey Soto scored first-half goals as Costa Rica continued its resurgent form with a 2-0 home win over Haiti in the CONCACAF Nations League on Sunday.

Mora opened the scoring in the sixth minute by heading in after Ronald Matarrita's delivery from a set piece.

Matarrita was again the provider 15 minutes later when his perfectly weighted pass found Soto, who to

He felt heard: How a film brought a UN report to life in Xochimilco

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

A documentary drawn from United Nations University research was screened at the COP30 climate conference and film festivals across Europe. Its most important journey, though, was the one back to the Mexico City canals where it was filmed.

From deadly floods in the Himalayas to wildfires and extreme heat across Europe, 2026 has brought a succession of stark reminders of a changing climate. The task is immediate: P

Grenada to hold general elections on Nov. 5

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 05:15:09 GMT

MEXICO CITY, Oct. 3 (Xinhua) -- Grenada will hold general elections on Nov. 5, according to a release on its government's Gazette.

The notice issued Saturday also set Oct. 15 for the formal submission of candidate nomination documents.

Local media reported that Grenadian Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell would formally announce the election date on Monday.

The Caribbean country's last elections were

World Insights: Intensifying El Nino deepens economic risks across LatAm

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 06:15:33 GMT

by Xinhua Writer Tan Huiting

The uncertainty is familiar to Salvadoran meteorologist Danilo Ramirez. "It can rain one day, and then five, six or eight days can pass without rain," he said.

Their pr

Wars, Racism, Shrinking Civic Space Threaten Human Rights, Delegates Warn as Third Committee Opens General Debate

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:27:31 GMT

Gov. Gavin Newsom bans face coverings, shock gloves for police officers

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:02:14 GMT

Gov. Gavin Newsom bans face coverings, shock gloves for police officers

Trump reaffirms great relation with Kim Jong Un and nuclear-armed states

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:02:36 GMT

Trump reaffirms great relation with Kim Jong Un and nuclear-armed states

Bodycam video released in Luigi Mangione arrest

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:06:11 GMT

Bodycam video released in Luigi Mangione arrest

Off-duty NYPD detective stabbed during attempted robbery

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:05:34 GMT

Off-duty NYPD detective stabbed during attempted robbery

UConn Police offer tuition waivers for police, fire in effort to boost recruitment

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:05:28 GMT

UConn Police offer tuition waivers for police, fire in effort to boost recruitment

Court shows 'no forgiveness' for child rapist, sentencing man to 60 years to life

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:04:58 GMT

Court shows 'no forgiveness' for child rapist, sentencing man to 60 years to life

California Highway Patrol officer killed in crash

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:04:30 GMT

California Highway Patrol officer killed in crash

Sinclair Confirms Its Q3 Earnings Results Reveal Date

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 21:06:33 GMT

Sinclair Confirms Its Q3 Earnings Results Reveal Date

Former Boulder County deputy accused of firing shots at sheriff's office headquarters

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:36:19 GMT

Former Boulder County deputy accused of firing shots at sheriff's office headquarters

Long Island Missing Child Rescue Operation Results in Successful Location of 34 Children and Teens

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:34:43 GMT

Long Island Missing Child Rescue Operation Results in Successful Location of 34 Children and Teens

Video shows man steal cruiser and flee after allegedly shooting Kalamazoo County deputy

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:34:11 GMT

Video shows man steal cruiser and flee after allegedly shooting Kalamazoo County deputy

Miami Dade Deputy Luis Hernandez wins first UFC fight against convicted felon

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:33:56 GMT

Miami Dade Deputy Luis Hernandez wins first UFC fight against convicted felon

Wisconsin trooper dies after falling from bridge overpass during pursuit

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:33:55 GMT

Wisconsin trooper dies after falling from bridge overpass during pursuit

Judge- Okla. deputy's warrantless license plate reader search violated Fourth Amendment

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:33:51 GMT

Judge- Okla. deputy's warrantless license plate reader search violated Fourth Amendment

Video shows NYPD officers shoot man who raised knife at cop on Brooklyn Bridge beam

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:33:19 GMT

Video shows NYPD officers shoot man who raised knife at cop on Brooklyn Bridge beam

FBI Arrests Woman Accused Of Spying On Taiwan Leader's Family For China Latest News

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:08:19 GMT

FBI Arrests Woman Accused Of Spying On Taiwan Leader's Family For China Latest News

National promises to fund $800 million Christchurch Northern Motorway extension - RNZ

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:06:39 GMT

National promises to fund $800 million Christchurch Northern Motorway extension - RNZ

Some solicitors are going to do extremely well out of fee changes, O'Callaghan says

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:49:42 GMT

Some solicitors are going to do extremely well out of fee changes, O'Callaghan says

ZimInd Takes 36 Employees to High Court Over US$100,000 Defamation Claim

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:36:47 GMT

ZimInd Takes 36 Employees to High Court Over US$100,000 Defamation Claim

Malcolm McCusker says Attorney-Generals rejection of familys inquest plea violates legal principles

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:14:07 GMT

Malcolm McCusker says Attorney-Generals rejection of familys inquest plea violates legal principles

Editorial- Inflation spin is doing Labor no favours

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:08:49 GMT

Editorial- Inflation spin is doing Labor no favours

Rowena Wise on non-monogamy, mental health and new album Bad Things Feel Good'

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:06:34 GMT

Rowena Wise on non-monogamy, mental health and new album Bad Things Feel Good'

Man sentenced to 74 years in 2022 killing of Las Vegas Officer Truong Thai

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:03:46 GMT

Man sentenced to 74 years in 2022 killing of Las Vegas Officer Truong Thai

Washington judge tosses parts of state law that added new standards for sheriffs

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:03:19 GMT

Washington judge tosses parts of state law that added new standards for sheriffs

Cardiff Residents Invited to Have Their Say on Funding the Citys Future Transport Network

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:06:56 GMT

Cardiff Residents Invited to Have Their Say on Funding the Citys Future Transport Network

US supreme court to hear big oils bid to block climate damage lawsuits - US supreme court

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:41:30 GMT

US supreme court to hear big oils bid to block climate damage lawsuits - US supreme court

Trumps recent statements on the economy are even more bonkers than usual - Steven Greenhouse

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:40:41 GMT

Trumps recent statements on the economy are even more bonkers than usual - Steven Greenhouse