Hong Kong's top jockey Jerry Chau Chun-lok, 26, prepares for his debut in the Shergar Cup at Ascot, competing against renowned jockeys like Ryan Moore, feeling excited rather than nervous, following a record-breaking season with 48 wins and the Tony Cruz Award.
Chelsea must offload 16 players in 25 days to reduce their 41-strong senior squad to a manageable 25, with Xabi Alonso seeking to improve squad harmony and comply with regulations.
A viral Facebook post by Cherry Ann, detailing her deaf friend's inability to follow a Spider-Man movie due to lack of subtitles, exposes a broader accessibility issue in cinemas and entertainment for deaf audiences.
An undercover journalistic investigation in Afghanistan documents 231 cases of women killed by family members since 2021, revealing widespread impunity, falsified suicide rulings, and systemic legal discrimination under the Taliban.
Germany investigates an explosive-laden drone found on a runway at Leipzig airport near Ukrainian cargo planes, reviving concerns over hybrid warfare and possible foreign state-backed sabotage.
Actor Dominic Sessa discusses starring as a young Anthony Bourdain in the upcoming film Tony, drawing parallels between the chef's early life and his own upbringing on the Jersey Shore.
Prime Video's new coming-of-age drama Sterling Point highlights a thriving new wave of teen television defined by slow indie pacing, emotional self-awareness, and analogue storytelling that resonates with both Gen Z and nostalgic millennials.
India's Ministry of External Affairs rejected criticism from a US lawmaker regarding proposed amendments to the foreign funding law, stating it is an internal matter for Parliament.
Nurul Izzah Anwar, daughter of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, has stepped back from the deputy presidency of the ruling People's Justice Party, posing a major political setback for the prime minister.
Residents of Le Corbusier's l'Unité d'Habitation in Firminy, France, endure indoor temperatures up to 40C during heatwaves. Protected as a historic monument, the building lacks shutters, trapping heat and highlighting vulnerabilities in social housing.
China has transitioned from a net provider of funds to a net collector in Africa as large infrastructure loans reach maturity, with Beijing focusing on smaller, selective projects.
Pressure grows on Fifa president Gianni Infantino after he cancelled a private finance plan for the World Cup, prompting a boycott threat reiteration from Uefa and criticism from Conmebol.
American Bitcoin mined 932 BTC and posted $67.015M in Q2 revenue, but first-half cash flows reveal heavy reliance on $144.088M in ATM share sales to fund operations and acquisitions.
Former UK cabinet minister Alan Milburn led a delegation to Dublin to investigate Ireland's rapid reduction in young people not in education, employment or training (Neet), seeking policy lessons for Britain.
Belarus adds Euronews to 'extremist materials' list, restricting access and imposing penalties for sharing its content, citing a court order. Euronews condemns the move, pledging continued independent reporting.
Australia's property market downturn feels distinct due to investor tax changes and interest rate hikes, with capital city prices projected to drop 7.8% before leveling out.
Every mainstream state school in England will receive individual attendance targets and increased monitoring as official data shows persistent absence rates remain double pre-pandemic levels.
Brazil forward Kerolin sealed a WSL record €1.2m transfer to Barcelona after failing to report for pre-season training at Manchester City, leaving staff and players disappointed by the abrupt exit.
OpenAI is removing text chat rate limits for free and Go ChatGPT users next week while introducing a 'Think' button and upgrading default models. Plus and Pro subscribers are receiving a more factual GPT-5.6 Sol update and a new thought-process slider.
The ECB appointed Joe Root as England's Test captain following Ben Stokes' retirement, bypassing white-ball captain Harry Brook to prevent format overload.
Galaxy Digital reported an $85 million Q2 net loss driven by lower digital-asset prices, even as Phase I capacity under its CoreWeave lease began contributing. The company expects $80 million in quarterly leasing revenue starting in Q3.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed the Territorial Army as a key contributor to 'Viksit Bharat' during a parliamentary consultative committee meeting in New Delhi, highlighting its roles in security, disaster response, and environmental conservation.
Westminster council faces backlash over a draft licensing policy discouraging vertical drinking and bar service in Soho and the West End, drawing criticism from the London mayor and hospitality leaders.
FIFA apologised for the mishandling of its scrapped $4.2 billion investment proposal and backed embattled President Gianni Infantino after a management board meeting in Rabat, Morocco.
