Lionel Messi scored twice in Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria, reaching 18 World Cup goals. Kylian Mbappe also scored twice in France's 3-0 win over Iraq, equaling Miroslav Klose's record.
Despite a federal appeals court ruling temporarily banning mail delivery of mifepristone, abortion providers are finding ways to ensure access to abortion pills, including shipping misoprostol alone or sourcing from abroad. The "genie is out of the bottle" for telehealth abortions, with many believing access cannot be reversed.
AllUnity has launched SEKAU, a Swedish krona-backed stablecoin compliant with Europe's MiCA regulations. Available on multiple blockchains, it aims for institutional use cases like treasury and business payments, challenging the dominance of dollar stablecoins in on-chain transactions.
Scotland faces Brazil in a crucial World Cup match, with their progression potentially hinging on results beyond their performance. Despite a lack of shots on target and goals, data suggests a high chance of advancing, raising questions about the value of qualification versus playing style.
Scotland faces Brazil in a crucial World Cup match, with their progression potentially hinging on results rather than performance. Despite a lack of shots on target and goals, data suggests a high chance of advancing, raising questions about the value of qualification versus playing style.
A new policy paper, 'The Productive State,' proposes a 'Manchesterism' approach, advocating for the government to take over failing utilities through a 'bonds for shares' scheme and establish state competitors. Authored by Mathew Lawrence, close to Andy Burnham, the blueprint aims to address the UK's productivity struggles and the cost of living crisis by treating essential services as public rights rather than revenue streams.
Therapist Amy Morin suggests channeling an alter ego, like Beyoncé's 'Sasha Fierce,' as a psychological strategy to overcome self-doubt and nerves in high-pressure situations. This self-distancing technique helps shift focus from anxiety to logical thinking, enabling better performance.
Karnataka BJP will hold a legislature party meeting at Dharmasthala to investigate alleged cross-voting by BJP MLAs in recent council elections. Party president B Y Vijayendra stated legislators may take an oath before Lord Manjunatha to reveal the truth, calling the act "betrayal".
Hong Kong researchers are developing an affordable blood test for prostate cancer, aiming to reduce the need for invasive biopsies. The technology is expected to launch in about two years, offering a less uncomfortable diagnostic process for patients like Peter Wan, who experienced a lengthy and invasive journey to his diagnosis.
Benjamin Netanyahu faces political oblivion due to his "lawless violence" doctrine, failed wars, and poisoning of the US-Israel "special relationship." His actions have alienated the US public and leadership, leading to a profound strategic schism and potentially ending unquestioning American support.
Curaçao's Eloy Room made a legendary World Cup debut, making numerous saves to earn his nation a point against Ecuador. Despite Ecuador's star-studded team, Room's heroic performance prevented them from scoring, leaving Ecuador's fans disappointed.
The US men's national soccer team celebrated a victory at Lumen Field with a fan lap, culminating in a singalong of John Denver's 'Take Me Home, Country Roads.' The song's enduring appeal and Denver's positive legacy resonated with fans and players, contrasting with other US sports teams' polarizing moments.
India's Ministry of External Affairs strongly rejected Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari's comments on India's internal affairs, calling them unwarranted and an attempt to interfere. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal questioned Zardari's authority and criticized Pakistan's human rights record.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor clarified his remarks praising PM Modi's handling of sailor attacks, stating he referred to "widely published reports." Party colleague Pawan Khera had mocked Tharoor, suggesting he could "hear what Modi doesn't even say," as official readouts of Modi's meeting with Trump did not mention the issue.
China is diversifying its maritime claims east of Taiwan through military drills, coastguard patrols, and resource surveys, according to state-affiliated Yuyuan Tantian. This follows Japan and the Philippines' talks on economic zones, which Beijing condemned.
China is diversifying its maritime claims east of Taiwan through military drills, coastguard patrols, and resource surveys, according to state-affiliated Yuyuan Tantian. This follows Japan and the Philippines' talks on economic zones, which Beijing condemned.
AI firm Anthropic faces a US export ban on its advanced AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, citing national security. This echoes Steve Jobs' 1999 challenge with the Power Mac G4, which was also restricted due to its power. Analysts suggest Anthropic's communication issues and perceived disregard for cyber regulations played a role in the ban, beyond Amazon's initial warning.
A 27-year-old software engineer died by suicide by jumping from the third floor of a building in Pune. Her brother alleged that her husband and mother-in-law harassed her, leading to her death. A case has been registered against them under Section 108 of the BNS.
EU leaders have urged the European Commission to develop stronger measures against China's economic influence, seeking to "derisk" and protect European industries from subsidized, low-priced Chinese goods, particularly in high-end sectors like automotive.
US Vice-President J.D. Vance defended a "win-win" US-Iran agreement on Thursday, pushing back against critics who slammed its vague provisions. President Donald Trump also aggressively defended the memorandum of understanding (MOU), calling critics "fools."
SpaceX is preparing for a potential $20 billion bond offering to fund its ambitious AI expansion, which requires significant investment in data centers and hardware. This would be the company's first investment-grade dollar bond issuance.
South Africa secured a crucial 1-1 draw against Czechia in the World Cup thanks to a late penalty converted by Teboho Mokoena. The result keeps South Africa's hopes of advancing alive, setting up a decisive final group match.
The US has shown restraint in high-level contacts with Taiwan, with no movement towards arranging a call between leaders. This follows a previous call that led to a diplomatic protest from Beijing. No new US arms sales for Taiwan are expected soon.
Influencer Clavicular is in a legal battle with Miami's Bacara Club, claiming he invested $400,000 and never received profits. His lawyer alleges he was pressured into agreements and seeks the return of his investment and removal of his likeness from promotions. Club representatives dispute the claims.
