Iran Reportedly Exempts Indian Ships From Strait of Hormuz Curbs

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.

Houdini's engraved pocket watch sells for $204,000 at auction

In 1910, Bess Houdini gave her husband Harry Houdini a pocket watch for his 36th birthday. The watch bore an inscription revealing his birth name, Ehrich, which added to its appeal. The piece has now sold at auction for $204,000. Its value is tied both to Houdini's career and to the personal bond he shared with his wife. The sale also keeps his legacy alive for future generations.

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.

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