India's speedster Mayank Yadav dismissed Zimbabwe opener Brian Bennett with the first ball of the opening T20I in Harare, becoming only the third Indian bowler to achieve this feat. He joins an elite list including Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya, marking his second such dismissal in T20I innings.
The Queensland government is accused of suppressing a victim-survivor report on domestic violence, which heavily criticized police responses and called for a civilian review mechanism. The report, seen by Guardian Australia, highlights inconsistent policing and systemic issues, despite the government's 'victim first' rhetoric.
The Trump administration released a 100-page State Department report linking US left-wing advocacy groups to Cuba, using Cold War rhetoric to portray the Caribbean nation as an ideological threat. Accused groups like the DSA and Code Pink deny the claims, calling them an attempt to increase pressure on Havana and crack down on domestic dissent.
Queensland's Liberal National government buried a report by domestic violence victim-survivors that criticized police handling of cases and advocated for civilian review mechanisms, despite promises to prioritize victims in justice policies.
The Queensland government is accused of suppressing a report by domestic violence victim-survivors that heavily criticizes police responses and recommends a civilian review mechanism for complaints. Despite promises to prioritize victims, the Liberal National government has refused to release the report, leading to accusations of unwillingness to act on its findings.
MAGA Inc., Donald Trump's super PAC, amassed over $400 million for the 2026 midterms, per FEC filings. This war chest, including donations from Isaacman and the Winklevoss twins, gives Republicans a financial edge to defend narrow majorities, fueling questions on spending in key Senate races.
The Trump administration's State Department released a report labeling several US activists and organizations, including Hasan Piker and Chris Smalls, as "front groups and fellow travelers" for Cuba. The report denounces Cuba as the "capital of 21st-century communism" and accuses its government of a "campaign of subversion" in the US.
Chinese researchers published a paper in Science Advances detailing the evolutionary assembly of the flight-adapted bird body plan, focusing on the pygostyle. They highlighted the difficulty in studying this transformation due to the rarity of early-diverging birds and birdlike dinosaurs.
A new era of content discovery, AI Optimization (AIO), is emerging as AI models like ChatGPT and Perplexity become primary search tools. This shift requires content creators to optimize for AI-generated responses, distinct from traditional SEO, to capture growing organic traffic.
Home-cooked dog food has a long history, with figures like M.F.K. Fisher and Martha Stewart advocating for it. The trend has surged post-2007 melamine crisis, with owners seeking healthier options for their pets, especially those with medical conditions. However, experts caution it's not always necessary or superior to commercial food.
Following Egypt's 3-2 loss to Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16, captain Mohamed Salah vowed to improve the national team's performance, urging fans to maintain their belief. Egypt's historic campaign included their first knockout stage victory.
Several national football teams have seen recent changes in their head coaching positions, with coaches departing due to performance, contract expirations, or mutual agreements. Teams like Tunisia, Portugal, South Korea, Czechia, Scotland, Uruguay, Croatia, Ghana, Germany, Mexico, and the Netherlands have all experienced these transitions.
Several national football teams have seen their head coaches depart following disappointing tournament performances. From Tunisia to Portugal and South Korea, new leadership is being sought after coaches resigned or were dismissed due to results.
The Trump administration proposes changes to Biden-era environmental rules, scaling back emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles, citing cost savings for the trucking industry but potentially increasing nitrogen oxide pollution by 4.2% by 2030 and 11.6% by 2055.
Microsoft is eliminating 4,800 jobs, 2.1% of its workforce, with the Xbox division losing 20% of its staff, or 3,200 roles, by fiscal year 2027. These cuts are part of cost-reduction efforts amid investor concerns about AI and lagging revenue in areas like Windows and Xbox.
Hong Kong is experiencing a resurgence as a global financial hub, surpassing Switzerland in wealth management and climbing competitiveness rankings. This comeback is partly due to geopolitical shifts favoring Chinese companies listing in Hong Kong. The city now has an opportunity to leverage improved US-China relations following the Xi-Trump summit to repair ties with Western allies, which were damaged by the national security law and subsequent US sanctions.
Turkish police arrested dozens of journalists, rights activists, academics, and leftists in raids across multiple provinces. Authorities claim counterterrorism efforts, but critics say it's to silence dissent before the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara.
A 19-year-old dual US-Estonian national, Peter Stokes, has been extradited to the US from Finland to face charges related to an $8 million crypto ransom demand against a luxury jewelry retailer. Authorities allege Stokes, linked to the "Scattered Spider" hacking group, compromised company systems and demanded payment, though the retailer did not pay but incurred $2 million in damages.
Russia is developing a mechanism to manage technological risks for the first industrial application of domestic technologies, led by Toptech, the CCI of the Russian Federation, and VTB Bank. The gas chemicals industry will be the first to implement this initiative, aiming to overcome investor reluctance and facilitate projects worth up to 6 trillion rubles.
Peter Stokes, 19, a dual US-Estonian national, was arrested in Finland and extradited to the US, charged with computer intrusion and fraud for alleged involvement with the Scattered Spider hacking group, linked to over $100m in ransoms.
Lloyds Banking Group will phase out the Halifax brand, migrating all accounts to Lloyds branding by early 2027. While no branches will close, the move ends the 173-year-old former building society's presence on UK high streets and has drawn criticism from loyal customers.
Beijing has revealed three cases where local governments manipulated revenue data, misused government bonds, and hid debt to inflate their performance records. These cases, highlighted by the CCDI, involve actions in Guangxi, Gansu, and Zhejiang provinces, targeting the 'correct view of political performance'.
Canada secured a historic 1-0 victory over South Africa in the GWC knockout stage, with Stephen Eustáquio scoring the late winner. Coach Jesse Marsch celebrated the team's first-ever knockout win. The tournament now heads into a series of exciting matchups, including Brazil vs. Japan and Germany vs. Paraguay.
Cristiano Ronaldo made his 25th FIFA World Cup appearance, equalling Lothar Matthaus' record, as Portugal drew 0-0 with Colombia, advancing both teams to the Round of 32.
