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The improbable rise of the Croatian football teamSubscriber Only
December 10, 2022 07:49 IST
As Croatia bested Brazil in the Fifa World Cup quarterfinals, we take a look at the history of football in Croatia and the story of Croatia's golden generation of footballers, currently taking the nation to new footballing heights.
Sat, Dec 10, 2022
Why penalty shootouts, despite their problems, are here to staySubscriber Only
December 07, 2022 17:18 IST
Penalty shootouts have not been around forever. In fact in the more than 150-year history of organised football, they are a fairly recent phenomenon, being adopted over a period of time by different top level tournaments starting about 50 years ago.
Mon, Dec 19, 2022
Why a US web designer is challenging anti-discrimination laws over religious freedomSubscriber Only
December 06, 2022 16:12 IST
As the US Supreme Court picks up a challenge to a state law that bars businesses from discriminating against gay people, we look at the polarising clash between faith and LGBTQ rights in the US.
Tue, Dec 06, 2022
Too many games, too little time, and Qatar itself: Why this World Cup is littered with injuriesSubscriber Only
December 04, 2022 16:24 IST
As the knockouts of the 2022 Fifa World Cup in Qatar begin, we look at the persistent injury issues players have faced over the tournament and its lead-up
Sun, Dec 04, 2022
What is ‘Bazball’, England’s revolutionary new approach to test cricket?Subscriber Only
December 04, 2022 15:46 IST
As Pakistan become the latest victim of England’s aggressive batting approach, we take a look at the style of play known as Bazball and its impact on cricket as a whole
Mon, Dec 05, 2022
‘The Hand of the Devil’ and why the Ghana-Uruguay game is such a big dealSubscriber Only
December 02, 2022 14:58 IST
As Ghana and Uruguay face each other to decide who goes through to the next round of this World Cup, a look-back at what happened in 2010, bringing heartbreak to a continent and infamy to a player.
Fri, Dec 02, 2022
Why did Japan’s second goal against Spain stand? The controversy and decision, explainedSubscriber Only
December 02, 2022 10:58 IST
As Japan beat Spain with a controversial goal at the FIFA World Cup to advance to the final 16, The Indian Express takes a look at why the VAR let the goal stand.
Sat, Dec 03, 2022
The Great Barrier Reef is ‘in danger’: Australia pushes backSubscriber Only
December 01, 2022 20:50 IST
A joint report by the IUCN and UNESCO’s World Heritage Centre has recommended that the Great Barrier Reef “be inscribed on the List of World Heritage in Danger”, something Australia is opposing. We explain why.
Thu, Dec 01, 2022
Shivaji’s Great Escape: What happened in Agra during Aurangzeb’s rule?Subscriber Only
December 01, 2022 15:30 IST
As yet another row over Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj erupts among politicians, a look back at one of the most famous stories surrounding the Maratha icon
Fri, Dec 02, 2022
Who is Hakeem Jeffries, the first black House leader in US history?Subscriber Only
December 01, 2022 12:24 IST
As Nancy Pelosi steps down from her leadership position in the US House of Representatives, The Indian Express takes a look at her trailblazing successor, Hakeem Jeffries.
Thu, Dec 01, 2022
Jiang Zemin: Leader who put China on path to becoming global superpowerSubscriber Only
November 30, 2022 16:27 IST
On one hand Jiang would speak the language of progressivism and liberalism, famously quoting Abraham Lincoln. On the other, he would ruthlessly do anything to maintain his and his party’s power in the country.
Thu, Dec 01, 2022
Amid protests in China, recalling Tiananmen Square: What happened that day, what led up to itSubscriber Only
November 30, 2022 15:18 IST
Tiananmen Square did not happen in a day — factors over decades led up to it. Here's its history.
Thu, Dec 01, 2022
The Cristiano Ronaldo goal that wasn’t: How technology came to settle debate on Bruno Fernandes strikeSubscriber Only
November 30, 2022 12:30 IST
Cristiano Ronaldo thought he headed the ball into the back of the net for Portugal's first goal against Uruguay. The goal was awarded to Bruno Fernandes, who crossed the ball into the middle, and it was later confirmed by Fifa and Adidas that there was no touch from Ronaldo.
Wed, Nov 30, 2022
Mauna Loa volcano in Hawaii erupts: What is the science behind volcanic eruptions?Subscriber Only
November 30, 2022 07:42 IST
The Mauna Loa eruption in Hawaii has not been a cause for worry, and the intensity of an explosion depends on many factors. We explain.
Wed, Nov 30, 2022
With BTS’s Jin set to begin mandatory enlistment, a look at countries with conscriptionSubscriber Only
November 29, 2022 07:13 IST
Mandatory or involuntary military service has been around since ancient times with slaves being used for combat in almost all major civilisations.
Tue, Nov 29, 2022
Three domes and the controversy around the ‘mosque-like’ bus stop in MysuruSubscriber Only
November 28, 2022 16:22 IST
After BJP MP Simha said the three domes atop the bus stop were making it look “mosque-like”, two of them have been removed. Do domes feature only in mosques, and do all mosques have them? Take a look.
Mon, Nov 28, 2022
Qatar becomes earliest host to exit FIFA world cup in 92 years: How other home countries have performedSubscriber Only
November 27, 2022 14:15 IST
We look at how host nations have performed in FIFA World Cups and whether being hosts provides an advantage or a disadvantage in the tournament.
Sun, Nov 27, 2022
The Crusades and the World Cup: how a contested past interacts with the presentSubscriber Only
November 26, 2022 17:44 IST
England fans have been banned from entering World Cup stadiums wearing Crusader costumes. We look at the complicated history of the Crusades and the contrasting ways in which it is perceived in the West and the Arab World.
Sun, Nov 27, 2022
With Rajnath Singh’s comments at ASEAN meeting, a look at the attempts for a ‘Code of Conduct’ in the South China SeaSubscriber Only
November 26, 2022 09:01 IST
For the past 20 years, China has stonewalled any attempts to arrive at a binding Code of Conduct. Simultaneously, it has continued with expansionist activities, making the region extremely volatile.
Sat, Nov 26, 2022
Cristiano Ronaldo has scored in a record five World Cups. These are the greats he went pastSubscriber Only
November 25, 2022 16:33 IST
Cristiano Ronaldo has scored in five World Cups, a remarkable testimony to his sustained excellence. Here are the players he went past with his historic goal against Ghana.
Fri, Nov 25, 2022
Asia: The sleeping continent of global football—with just one dream run so farSubscriber Only
November 24, 2022 19:45 IST
As Asian teams continue to do well in Qatar, we look back at the performance of Asian teams in the FIFA World Cup, and the challenges they have faced over the years.
Fri, Nov 25, 2022
What is offside in football, and what is the controversial technology implemented for it in 2022 Fifa World Cup?Subscriber Only
November 24, 2022 16:02 IST
The offside rule is arguably the least understood aspect of football that plays a defining part in shaping the game as we know it. Essentially, it is to prevent attacking players from perpetually camping in front of the opponent’s goal.
Sun, Dec 18, 2022
Christian Eriksen had a cardiac arrest in 2021 and almost died. He’s back on the pitch in Qatar. How did that happen?Subscriber Only
November 23, 2022 12:22 IST
The Danish midfielder 'was gone' for a few minutes. A cardiac arrest is rare among elite athletes, but not unheard of. Here are some others who went through something similar — some were not as lucky as Christian Eriksen. How did Eriksen return?
Wed, Nov 23, 2022
Tipu Sultan: How history remembers him, why controversy doesn’t forget himSubscriber Only
November 23, 2022 09:00 IST
What did Tipu Sultan do, that politicians in the present times keep fighting over him? Here are historical accounts of his bravery, his reforms — and his brutality.
Thu, Nov 24, 2022
Saudi dump Messi’s Argentina: 4 other big first-match upsets in World Cup historySubscriber Only
November 22, 2022 18:57 IST
Before Messi, other greats like Maradona, Zidane, and Raul have been on the losing side in their teams' first match on football's greatest stage.
Wed, Nov 23, 2022Journalism of Courage
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