Scotland trailed Morocco 1-0 at halftime in a match where they were outplayed but managed to avoid a comprehensive defeat. Despite Morocco's dominance, they failed to capitalize on numerous chances, leaving Scotland with a slim hope of advancing in the tournament.
Preston Tolth, who admitted to robbing and abandoning Navajo elder Ella Mae Begay, has been released from prison after serving five years. Begay's family expressed shock and dismay, calling the release a "slap in the face" and a "miscarriage of justice."
The 2026 FIFA World Cup's second matchday saw Czechia draw with South Africa, Switzerland defeat Bosnia 3-1, Canada thrash Qatar 6-0, and Mexico secure a 1-0 win over South Korea, booking their spot in the knockout stage.
Andy Burnham secured a significant victory in the Makerfield by-election, winning by a large majority. His win is seen as a potential turning point and a challenge to Keir Starmer's leadership, with Burnham expressing a desire for more power for the north and a new politics based on unity.
England secured an unassailable 4-2 lead against Croatia in the 85th minute with a beautiful goal involving substitutes, highlighting a shift in collective mindset and the manager's 'brotherhood' strategy.
Bukayo Saka and Marcus Rashford, both substitutes, combined for England's fourth goal in a 4-2 win against Croatia. Manager Thomas Tuchel praised the team's 'brotherhood' and the quality from the bench, highlighting the importance of squad depth for their World Cup campaign.
England's 4-2 win against Croatia highlighted defensive vulnerabilities, stemming from both on-the-ball tactics like direct attacks and off-the-ball issues such as reactive pressing, though mid-game adjustments showed promise.
Liverpool has agreed to sign Osasuna winger Víctor Muñoz for £34.5m, his release clause. The 22-year-old will sign a six-year deal, becoming Andoni Iraola's first signing. Muñoz, who can play multiple attacking positions, joins after impressing Iraola.
A 45-year-old domestic worker, Meena, was allegedly beaten and stabbed to death by dermatologist Dr. Manish Gupta in Delhi's Greater Kailash area. Gupta was arrested at the scene and reportedly confessed to the crime. The motive is under investigation.
Matt Wrack, general secretary of the NASUWT teaching union, believes Andy Burnham is Labour's strongest candidate to defeat Reform in a general election and potentially lead the party. Wrack expressed deep concern over Reform's potential impact on education and trade unions, citing hostility from Reform councillors. He also criticized the current Labour government's continuation of Tory policies on academisation and SEND provision.
Matt Wrack, general secretary of the NASUWT teaching union, believes Andy Burnham is Labour's strongest candidate to defeat Reform in a general election. Wrack expressed deep concern over Reform's potential impact on education and trade unions, citing hostility from Reform councillors. He also called for more robust change from Labour than currently seen, particularly on academisation and SEND provision.
Thousands in Cabo Verde celebrated a World Cup draw against Spain, a moment President Jose Maria Neves called defining for the nation. China's role in building the country's sports infrastructure, including the Estadio Nacional, was also highlighted as crucial to these achievements.
China has approved NEO, the world's first commercial brain-computer chip, for mass production. The coin-sized device, designed for patients with spinal cord injuries and paralysis, uses a less invasive approach than Elon Musk's Neuralink, which is still under US regulatory review.
Portugal, with a 7.1% chance according to an Opta supercomputer, is a serious contender for their first World Cup, boasting a strong midfield and an evolving tactical approach under Roberto Martínez, despite heavy focus on Cristiano Ronaldo.
The Carolina Hurricanes secured their second Stanley Cup title, defeating the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 in the final game to win the series 4-2. This marks their first championship in 20 years, with captain Jordan Staal also winning the Conn Smythe Trophy as MVP.
Graham Potter's Sweden secured a convincing 5-0 victory over Tunisia, continuing the manager's remarkable renewal process. Despite challenging conditions, Sweden capitalized on Tunisian defensive errors, with Viktor Gyökeres and Yasin Ayari scoring twice each.
Day four of the World Cup features Germany's opening match against minnow Curacao, Netherlands vs. Japan, Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador, and Sweden vs. Tunisia. Sunday saw upsets like Australia beating Turkey and Qatar drawing with Switzerland.
Tommy Fury defeated Eddie Hall via unanimous decision in a boxing exhibition bout in Manchester. Fury dedicated the win to his newborn son, Midas, and showcased his boxing skills against the significantly heavier former World's Strongest Man.
London Pulse secured their spot in the Netball Super League grand final with a 60-56 victory over Loughborough Lightning in the preliminary final. They will face AO Manchester Thunder in a rematch of last week's major semi-final.
Füchse Berlin has reached the Champions League final after a thrilling 40:35 victory over rivals SC Magdeburg in Cologne. Mathias Gidsel was the top scorer with nine goals for Berlin, who will face either Aalborg Handbold or FC Barcelona in the final.
India batter Jemimah Rodrigues discussed the unique pressure of an India-Pakistan match in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026. She highlighted fan expectations and the team's focus on winning their first title, using visualization as a key strategy.
Carolina Hurricanes goalie Brandon Bussi's parents were overcome with emotion as their son's team defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 4-2 in Game 5 of the NHL championship series. Bussi made 21 saves in the victory, bringing the Hurricanes one win away from the Stanley Cup.
Taiwan's tax revenue saw a significant surge in the first five months of 2026, driven by record stock market turnover and the AI boom. Securities transaction tax revenue alone jumped 167.42% year-on-year, reaching NT$248.7 billion.
Martin O'Neill has been confirmed as Celtic manager on a one-year contract with an option for a further year. The 74-year-old, who won a double last season, expressed his desire to deliver more success for the club and its fans.
