Zlatan Ibrahimovic has endorsed the USMNT's chances of winning the World Cup, following their 2-0 victory over Australia. The team, now guaranteed a spot in the knockout stage, is confident in their aspirations, with defender Alex Freeman emerging as a key player.
Donald Trump reignited his feud with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, claiming she "begged" for a photo at the G7 summit. Meloni blasted his "made up" claim, stating "Neither I nor Italy ever beg." Italian Foreign Minister Tajani canceled a US trip over Trump's "offensive" remarks.
Charles Schwab is reportedly planning to launch prediction markets for its customers, offering yes-or-no wagers on the S&P 500's performance. This move, in partnership with Cboe Global Market, expands into a growing sector already featuring platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket, despite ongoing regulatory scrutiny.
The Gold Coast City Council is studying the feasibility of reintroducing ocean pools, which were popular decades ago. Advocates cite benefits for swimmers and people with disabilities, while environmental groups urge caution regarding ecosystem impact.
Iran asserted control over the Strait of Hormuz, requiring ships to seek permission and mandatory insurance to cross. This conflicts with the US, which noted 20 ships transited overnight via a recommended route along Oman's coast, amid industry concerns over potential future tolls.
Andy Burnham secured a landslide victory in Makerfield, intensifying speculation about a potential leadership challenge to Keir Starmer. Burnham's campaign manager stated a leadership contest is ready if Starmer steps down, while Starmer himself attempted to frame the win as a turning tide against Reform.
Reform UK is investigating if sexist social media posts by its Makerfield byelection candidate, Robert Kenyon, hurt its chances. Despite hopes for a close contest, Andy Burnham won decisively, with voters citing Kenyon's lewd comments, particularly women, as a deterrent. Nigel Farage acknowledged disappointment and urged Restore UK voters to switch to Reform.
L'indicateur on-chain d'Ethereum montre que moins de 30% de l'offre est en profit, un signal historique de bottom. Malgré une tendance baissière récente, cela pourrait indiquer une opportunité d'achat pour les investisseurs.
Former Ethereum Foundation contributor Trenton Van Epps warns of an impending funding crisis for Ethereum's core development, estimating a need for $30 million annually. This follows spending cuts and program expirations, alongside departures from the Foundation.
The CFTC approved KalshiEX's Bitcoin perpetual contract, leading CME to sue, arguing it should be classified as a swap. This decision blurs lines between futures, sports betting, and crypto trading, with potential for significant market shifts.
As Europe's MiCA regulation deadline looms, major crypto firms like Binance and Tether face challenges securing licenses or complying with rules, potentially disrupting access for millions of users and reshaping the market towards regulated entities and a future digital euro.
Labour peer Thangam Debbonaire confronted Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin during a byelection count, accusing her of racism and defending Nigel Farage's undeclared £5m gift. The exchange, broadcast on Sky News, touched on Farage's financial dealings and Pochin's past controversial remarks about diversity in advertising.
Lululemon apologized and withdrew a marketing video in China after a controversy arose over the use of a Japanese drum instead of a traditional Chinese one during a yoga event on the Great Wall.
Whoop offers advanced activity and sleep tracking via its bracelet-style trackers, popular among elite athletes. While expensive, it provides a gamified health experience. New users can get a one-month free trial of the Peak plan, which includes a pre-owned device. Various discounts are available for military, students, and through referrals.
Mexico became the first team to reach the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup after a 1-0 victory over South Korea. A goalkeeping error gifted Mexico the only goal, highlighting a lack of creative edge from both sides. The win sets up potential future matchups and raises questions about both teams' potential in the tournament.
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India's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign faces a blow as spinner Shreyanka Patil is out with an ankle injury. Uncapped leg-spinner Prema Rawat has been approved as her replacement by the ICC.
The Algorand Foundation announced a plan to upgrade its blockchain to be resistant to quantum-computing attacks by the end of 2027. This roadmap includes new quantum-resistant accounts, support for hybrid accounts, and network infrastructure upgrades, aiming to secure digital assets against future threats.
A collection of 20 monumental tapestries by Australian artist Arthur Boyd, depicting Saint Francis of Assisi, will be displayed in full for the first time at the National Gallery of Australia in Canberra. Commissioned in the late 1960s and created between 1970-1974 by a Portuguese workshop, the tapestries have largely been in storage for five decades.
Hsiao-Wei Wang, co-director of the Ethereum Foundation, is stepping down, continuing a trend of leadership turnover. This follows Vitalik Buterin's signal for a leaner, more focused Foundation.
Scotland coach Steve Clarke believes Morocco will be a tougher opponent than the team that reached the 2022 World Cup semi-finals. After a 1-0 win over Haiti, Scotland faces Morocco, whom Clarke rates highly for their power, pace, and skill. He suggested Scotland may perform better as underdogs.
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 federal government is reversing its decision to dismantle the Ocean Observatories Initiative (OOI), a $350 million ocean monitoring network. The shutdown, initially announced without reason, had drawn widespread opposition due to the OOI's crucial data for climate change tracking, weather forecasting, and fisheries management.
Former EU negotiator Michel Barnier shares insights on Brexit, Boris Johnson's motivations, and the EU's future. He criticizes the 'great lie' that Brussels was solely responsible for UK problems post-Brexit and expresses concern about the rise of the far-right in Europe.
