Zak Crawley: From Under Pressure to Ashes Contender

Root made 180 in the second innings of the second Test, helping England set Australia a target of 583. In the same Test, Root scored 66 but couldn't prevent defeat for England. He also scored 59 and was bowled during another innings of the second Test. Root made 88 in the second Test before failing to reach a century. In the first Test, Root scored his 18th Test century, scoring 228.

Mike adopted 4-year-old Jeff Jorgensen after their marriage, changing his surname to Bezos. Bezos Expeditions funded philanthropic projects such as an Innovation center at the Seattle Museum of History and Industry and the Bezos Center for Neural Circuit Dynamics at Princeton Neuroscience Institute. Forbes estimated Bezos' net worth from 1999 to 2018. In June 2018, he donated to Breakthrough Energy Ventures, a fund promoting emissions-free energy founded by Bill Gates. Bezos pledged $10 billion in February 2020 to combat climate change through the Bezos Earth Fund.

Sydney weather will see mostly sunny conditions today with a slight chance of showers along the coast. Temperatures will range from 8 to 16 degrees Celsius. Winds will be west to southwesterly, turning southerly and then back to southwesterly throughout the day. Large surf is expected, making coastal activities hazardous.

Bradley John Murdoch is an Australian criminal serving life imprisonment for the 2001 murder of English backpacker Peter Falconio. Murdoch was born in 1958 and pleaded not guilty to the charges. He is currently being held in Darwin Correctional Centre and was recently released into palliative care at Alice Springs Hospital due to his declining health.

NATO, an alliance of 31 independent countries, covers a vast area and population. It was founded in the 20th century, influenced by agreements like the Atlantic Charter between the US and UK. The organization has awarded a service medal for various operations. Its structure includes civilian and military components, with legal authority defined for commanders.

Gout is an Australian sprinter who holds the Australian under-16 100m and 200m records. He ran 10.57 seconds for the 100m at age 14 in 2022 and broke the Australian under-18 men's 200m record at age 15 in April 2023 with a time of 20.04 seconds. He has won multiple national championships in both the 100m and 200m events. Gout continues to compete and improve his times.

Australian journalist, Marc Fennell, is known for his work in technology, television, radio, and writing. He previously presented "Hungry Beast" on ABC1. From 2013 to 2022, he anchored the SBS current affairs program "The Feed". Fennell currently co-hosts the weekly ABC show "India Now", which premiered in May 2022. He is married and has two children.

Wednesday will be slightly warmer with a mostly cloudy morning and a few light showers. Sunny spells will develop later, making it dry. Thursday morning will see rain, clearing by the afternoon for sunny spells and occasional showers. Friday will be breezy with sunny spells in the morning, but cloudier in the afternoon. Saturday will also be breezy with possible showers in the morning, drying out with sunny spells in the afternoon. A low-pressure system to the northwest of the UK early next week will bring wetter and windier conditions there. The southeast will remain drier initially before the wetter weather moves through. Further low-pressure systems are likely to impact the northwest throughout the week bringing wet and windy conditions, while the south and east may experience some rain or showers with longer, drier spells more probable under high pressure. Some very warm, possibly hot, weather is possible in brief bursts from continental air masses, but these periods might be short-lived and accompanied by thunderstorms.

The 2025 NBA Draft will take place on June 25th at 8 ET on ABC/ESPN, with the second round following on June 26th at 8 ET on ESPN.

English singer-songwriter Jessie J (born Jessica Ellen Cornish in 1988) identifies as an "Essex girl." In 2017, she released the single "Real Deal" for an M&M's advertising campaign. Jessie J also parted ways with her sixth manager at this time, seeking a new internal team. She has been compared to pop star Katy Perry and admires Perry's music and work ethic.

Zak Crawley is an English cricketer who plays Test cricket for the national team. He made his international debut in 2019 and has represented Kent throughout his career. Crawley initially played as a middle-order batsman but became an opening batsman after Rory Burns' injury. He faced pressure due to inconsistent runs, but was selected for the 2023 Ashes squad.

Zidane first participated in the 1998 FIFA World Cup, held in France. He became a national hero after being named man of the match and later received the Legion of Honour. Following France's poor performance in the 2010 World Cup, Zidane stated he wasn't interested in coaching immediately. In June 2014, Real Madrid appointed Zidane as the coach of their B team, Real Madrid Castilla. He is married with four sons: Enzo, Luca, Théo, and Elyaz.

The Queensland Budget prioritizes community safety, affordable housing, cost of living relief, accessible healthcare, and infrastructure development. Regional Action Plans detail specific initiatives for each region. For comprehensive expenditure information, refer to Budget Papers 3 and 4. Service Delivery Statements provide financial and non-financial details for the 2024-25 budget.

Virgin Australia has listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) under the ticker code VGN. Chair Peter Warne called this a new chapter for the company and said it's good news for travelers who rely on a strong airline. CEO Dave Emerson highlighted Virgin Australia's strategy, simplified models, and team as strengths entering this phase. Virgin Australia also recently began long-haul services between Australia and Doha through a wet lease arrangement with Qatar Airways.

Nathan Fielder is a comedian known for his unique brand of awkward humor. He gained recognition through his Comedy Central show "Nathan for You," where he offered unconventional business advice to struggling companies, often with hilarious results. The show won him an Independent Spirit Award and ran from 2013 to 2017. Fielder's success continued with "The Curse," a comedy series he co-created with filmmaker Benny Safdie for Showtime in 2022. The show features Fielder, Safdie, and Emma Stone.

Sinead Francis-Coan is a candidate with The Greens party. She advocates for strong action on the cost of living and climate crises, representing values held by people rather than corporate interests as opposed to Labor and Coalition parties. Donations from individuals power The Greens' campaign.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers is considering tax reform to fund income tax cuts and bolster the federal budget. Family trusts are under scrutiny as they distributed nearly $60 billion to 1.7 million people last year, prompting Treasury to propose higher taxes on them. Other potential revenue-raising options include: * Increased taxes on electric vehicle drivers * Reducing the 50% discount on capital gains * Limiting franking credits in exchange for lower corporate tax rates * Higher taxes on mining, energy, and carbon sectors These proposals will be discussed at a productivity roundtable in August.

The Hague is the core municipality of the Greater The Hague urban area, with over 800,000 residents. It's also part of the Rotterdam–The Hague metropolitan area, which has a population of approximately 2.6 million. The Hague is the largest Dutch city on the North Sea and forms the center of the Greater The Hague urban area. "Hagenaar" is the official demonym, while "Hagenees" is used informally. The Hague is home to numerous international organizations, including many academic institutions focusing on international relations, international law, and international development. Music festivals like Crossing Border Festival, State-X, and The Hague Jazz festival take place there. The Binnenhof, a complex of buildings dating back to the 13th century, serves as the seat of the Dutch government and is one of the oldest parliament buildings still in use worldwide. Currently, it's undergoing extensive renovation. The Peace Palace, home to the International Court of Justice (the only UN judicial body located outside New York), is a highly photographed landmark in The Hague. Located on the west coast of the Netherlands with 11 km of sandy beach, The Hague is the administrative capital of the country, home to the Dutch royal family, and a base for numerous international organizations.