Alireza Beiranvand's incredible save denied Belgium a goal, potentially securing Iran's advancement to the World Cup knockout stage for the first time. The match also saw Belgium finish with 10 men and faced off-field controversies for Iran.
Jack Draper returns to tennis at Eastbourne after an 11-month injury layoff, crediting his "special" relationship with Andy Murray for rebuilding his confidence and mental fortitude. Once ranked world No. 4, Draper, now 113, aims to leverage his struggles for a mental edge.
Trevoh Chalobah received a surprise call-up to the England World Cup squad after Tino Livramento withdrew due to injury. Chalobah was on holiday in New York when he received the news from manager Thomas Tuchel, fulfilling a long-held ambition he first tweeted about in 2018. He has overcome previous career setbacks and uncertainty at Chelsea to earn this "No 1 moment."
State Bank of India Chairman Challa Sreenivasulu Setty stated the bank is undervalued, citing improvements in financial strength, customer base, and earnings. He highlighted the success of the Yono digital platform, a strengthened capital position, and growth from subsidiaries as key factors not fully reflected in its share price.
A new poll by Hebrew University and Agam Labs reveals that 92% of Israelis believe Iran has won the conflict with the US and Israel. The survey also shows widespread public dissatisfaction with Prime Minister Netanyahu's handling of the conflict and its security implications.
A UK research project called Slimers is using computer models to create slug prediction maps, helping farmers target pesticide use more effectively. This technology aims to reduce crop damage costs, estimated at £44m annually, and minimize environmental harm by enabling precise application of slug pellets.
China's military has broadcast footage of a DF-17 missile launch for the first time, showing a live-fire exercise. The missile, first seen in 2019, was featured in a military news program ahead of the PLA Rocket Force's 60th anniversary.
Melinda French Gates advises newly wealthy tech workers from IPOs to commit to donating at least half their earnings. She emphasizes that wealth is a responsibility, built on public infrastructure and education, and urges against flashy displays of fortune.
A Brazil fan placed Lionel Messi's Argentina jersey on Philadelphia's Rocky Balboa statue, a stunt reviving a superstition among rival fans to jinx opponents. This occurs as Argentina prepares to face Austria after Messi's hat trick, while Brazil leads Group C.
Japanese adolescents are reportedly using AI to plan criminal acts, including a serious assault in Hachioji involving a high school student and five girls. Experts warn of a disturbing trend where teens rely on AI instead of their own judgment.
George Hendy scored twice to secure Northampton's second title in three seasons. Club captain George Furbank praised Hendy's finishing ability, calling him a "special player." Exeter Chiefs' director of rugby, Rob Baxter, acknowledged Northampton's strong season despite the loss.
Brazil's Civil Defense agency suspects a cyberattack after a false emergency alert was sent nationwide overnight, causing confusion and prompting the suspension of the mobile alert system. The suspicious message, containing the word "misanthropy," was activated remotely, and the Federal Police have been asked to investigate.
Da Wei, director of Tsinghua University’s Centre for International Security and Strategy, stated that China is forging an alternative path based on sovereign equality and multilateralism, not global dominance. He believes US global institutional hegemony is ending as the world moves towards nationalism and realism.
Donald Trump spent $14.2m attempting to clear algae from the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool, a project plagued by issues and ultimately unsuccessful, mirroring his foreign policy approach. Meanwhile, other news includes Meloni denying Trump's claims, a Japanese mayor taking maternity leave, HPV vaccine success, a flu outbreak at a military base, Shania Twain on feminism, abortion rights in Missouri, and a UK court ruling on civil disobedience.
Hong Kong police arrested seven people, aged 20-39, in connection with a robbery of six gold bars worth HK$7 million (US$893,102). The victim was hired to transport the gold from Indonesia to Hong Kong when he was ambushed by knife-wielding suspects.
Hong Kong police have arrested seven people, aged 20-39, in connection with the robbery of six gold bars worth HK$7 million (US$893,102). The victim was ambushed by three knife-wielding suspects at an airport car park after being hired to transport the gold from Indonesia. Some suspects are believed to have fled to mainland China.
Manchester City and Chelsea are close to a financial settlement over Enzo Maresca's move. Chelsea claims Maresca breached his contract and seeks over £10m compensation.
Many Israelis feel betrayed by a US-Iran ceasefire deal, viewing it as a humiliation that restricts Israel's ability to combat Hezbollah. Amidst renewed fighting in Lebanon and domestic political challenges for Netanyahu, there's a sense of isolation and a belief that Israel must confront dangers alone.
Scotland manager Steve Clarke believes his team were unlucky not to be awarded penalties during their 1-0 loss to Morocco. John McGinn and Scott McTominay appealed for spot-kicks, with McGinn stating a Moroccan defender "took me out". Clarke also suggested a Morocco player could have been red-carded.
Australia's Socceroos lost 2-0 to co-hosts USA in their World Cup Group D opener in Seattle. Despite a humbling first half, the team believes they can still qualify for the knockout stages with a positive reaction in their final group match against Paraguay.
Jeff Bezos, speaking at VivaTech in Paris, rejected concerns about AI causing job losses. He believes AI will instead lead to a labor shortage by increasing productivity and demand for human effort, contrasting with widespread fears and warnings from other tech leaders and policymakers.
Indian cricketers Harbhajan Singh and S Sreesanth's past "slapgate" controversy has resurfaced. Sreesanth challenged Harbhajan, citing a recent advertisement he believes referenced the 2008 incident, claiming financial benefit for Harbhajan and stating he has blocked the spinner.
The Socceroos lost 2-0 to co-hosts USA in Seattle, putting their World Cup campaign on the bubble. Despite a poor first half, the team believes they can still qualify for the knockout rounds with a positive result against Paraguay in their final group match.
Palantir CEO Alex Karp expressed frustration with leading AI labs like OpenAI and Anthropic, accusing them of "tokenmaxxing" instead of focusing on business needs. He noted corporate clients are unhappy with the current AI development trajectory, emphasizing the need for practical deployment over raw model development.
