Kishan returned to the India setup earlier this year for the T20I series against New Zealand and the T20 World Cup after strong performances in domestic cricket, where he led Jharkhand to the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) title and scored more than 500 runs.
Alexander Zverev joked about his losing streak to Jannik Sinner after finishing runner-up at Wimbledon 2026. Sinner won his second consecutive Wimbledon title, defeating Zverev in the final. Zverev will rise to world No. 2 in the rankings.
Oil prices jumped 4% as renewed military action between Iran and the US heightened fears over the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude rose to $79.26 and WTI to $74.53 after Iran expanded strikes to Qatar and UAE, while the US attacked Iranian targets. Shiptracking data shows fewer vessels passing through the strait.
A new study estimates over 2,700 deaths in England and Wales resulted from May and June heatwaves. Experts used weather data and climate models, noting climate change makes such events more frequent and intense, with temperatures 3-4°C higher due to global warming.
Public transport fares have significantly increased across Pakistan following a substantial hike in petroleum prices. Transport operators cite rising fuel costs, leading to higher minimum fares, increased freight charges, and additional luggage fees, exacerbating inflationary pressures.
Oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz saw a sharp recovery following an interim US-Iran ceasefire in June. However, renewed hostilities this week have reintroduced uncertainty into global oil markets, impacting crude supply, prices, and shipping, according to the IEA.
Ukraine's Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko resigned Sunday, with President Zelenskyy announcing government changes and a new role for the former premier. Svyrydenko, who also served as economy minister, was appointed PM in July 2025 and played a key role in a US-Ukraine mineral agreement.
