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LA tenant awarded $61,801 after landlords withheld his $19,500 deposit

A Los Angeles tenant, Eric Aviles, sued his landlords for keeping his $19,500 security deposit unlawfully. The California Court of Appeal ruled in his favor. He was awarded $61,801.67, which includes attorney fees and other costs. The decision reinforces tenant protections under California law. It also holds that lease agreements cannot limit the costs a tenant is entitled to recover.

Renegades edge Hurricanes by four wickets after late wicketkeeping error in WBBL

Melbourne Renegades beat Hobart Hurricanes by four wickets in a Women's Big Bash League match. Chasing a target of 155, the Hurricanes were powered by Nicola Carey's 62. The contest was decided in a tense final over, when a wicketkeeping no-ball ruling helped the Renegades complete the win. Hayley Matthews also made a major contribution with 59 runs, even as the Hurricanes' innings slipped late on.

Iran Reportedly Exempts Indian Ships From Strait of Hormuz Curbs

Indian-flagged vessels have been granted an exemption from Iran's restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, according to the report. The article examines what Tehran is seeking in return for allowing these ships passage through the strategic waterway. The strait is a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments, so any changes to access there carry significant economic weight. The report frames the exemption within broader diplomatic and trade considerations between Iran and India. Details of the exact conditions and their implementation are presented as part of the original coverage.

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