Colombia secured a 1-0 victory over DR Congo thanks to a late deflection goal by Daniel Muñoz, ensuring their passage to the last 32 of the tournament. DR Congo's goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi made numerous saves, but a deflection off Steve Kapuadi ultimately proved decisive.
Australia needs just one point against Paraguay to secure second place in Group D and advance to the knockout stage of the World Cup. Despite the advantage, the team is focused on winning, not settling for a draw, to avoid risks and maintain momentum.
Nine Texas activists convicted of terrorism charges related to a 2020 Fourth of July protest at an immigrant detention facility received sentences ranging from 50 to 100 years. The unusually harsh sentences, which critics argue are excessive and politically motivated, were praised by the Trump administration as justice for violent extremism.
Two men were killed by Israeli soldiers in southern Lebanon, marking the first fatal incident since a ceasefire took hold. The Lebanese health ministry identified the victims, who were working near a bulldozer. Hezbollah condemned the act as a violation of the ceasefire, while the Israeli military stated soldiers fired at "Hezbollah terrorists" who posed a threat and ignored warning shots.
South Korea faces South Africa in their final Group A match at the FIFA World Cup, needing a win or draw to advance to the knockout stage. Mexico has already secured the top spot in the group.
Australian police seized the nation's largest ever cocaine haul, valued at A$816 million (US$571 million), hidden in underground bunkers in Londonderry, a suburb of Sydney. Investigations into the origin and criminal syndicates involved are ongoing.
The 2024 Sample Registration System report reveals 3.5% of the population is widowed, divorced, or separated, with women (5.4%) significantly outnumbering men (1.6%). Tamil Nadu reports the highest percentage (7.2%) in this category, while Bihar has the lowest (1.5%).
The Guardian's investigation into a US airstrike in Somalia that killed 12 civilians, including 8 children, highlights challenges in reporting on covert conflicts. Lack of press freedom, journalist safety, and US opacity impede accountability.
Socceroo Jackson Irvine supports FIFA's new rule leading to red cards for covering mouths while speaking, following Miguel Almirón's historic dismissal. Irvine believes the rule, aimed at preventing offensive comments, is justified and players were warned.
Russian MP Alexey Pushkov warned of nuclear proliferation risks if Israel were to use nuclear weapons against Iran, noting active discussions on US television about the possibility.
India captain Harmanpreet Kaur will become the first cricketer, male or female, to play 200 T20 Internationals when she faces South Africa on Sunday. The milestone marks 17 years of her career and highlights the growth of women's cricket globally.
Claude Guillemot, co-founder of the video game publisher Ubisoft, died Friday in a plane crash in La Baule, France. He was 69. Guillemot helped build Ubisoft into a global gaming company and also chaired the family's hardware business, Guillemot Corp.
Australia secured a dominant 98-run victory over the Netherlands in the T20 Women's World Cup. Beth Mooney, who scored an unbeaten 74, retired hurt with back stiffness but downplayed the injury, calling it precautionary.
A leak from the website of Peter Thiel's secretive Dialog retreats has revealed a guest list including top US politicians, foreign officials, tech titans, and media figures. The invitation-only events, compared to the Bilderberg Group, aim to foster non-ideological conversation but raise concerns about elite opinion shaping.
Microsoft is selling OpenAI's advanced AI models to major Chinese tech firms like ByteDance, despite US warnings about China's AI capabilities. This business, growing rapidly in China, generates over $1 billion annually from customers like ByteDance, raising concerns about intellectual property theft and model distillation.
The US Air Force unveiled a new Air Force One aircraft, gifted by Qatar, at Andrews Air Force Base. Former President Trump confirmed he will use the jet for upcoming international summits.
The US Air Force unveiled a new Air Force One, a replacement aircraft gifted by Qatar, raising ethical, constitutional, and security concerns. President Trump, who has pushed for a replacement since his first term, was set to speak at the unveiling event.
Emory University law students are petitioning the Supreme Court to hear a case challenging the federal judiciary's internal system for addressing workplace harassment and discrimination, arguing it lacks independent oversight and protections afforded to other workers.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup's second matchday saw Czechia draw with South Africa, Switzerland defeat Bosnia 3-1, Canada thrash Qatar 6-0, and Mexico secure a 1-0 win over South Korea, booking their spot in the knockout stage.
South Korea lost 1-0 to Mexico in the FIFA World Cup, but still has multiple paths to the knockout stage. They can qualify as group runner-up or even as a third-place team, depending on their final match result and other group outcomes.
Wyndham Clark, the 2023 champion, surged to a four-stroke lead at the US Open through 16 holes before darkness halted play. He was six under par, with Sam Stevens and others chasing at two under. The first round was delayed by fog and will extend into Friday.
South Korea and co-host Mexico were tied 0-0 at halftime in their FIFA World Cup Group A match on Thursday in Zapopan, Mexico. The winner will secure first place in the group and advance to the knockout stage.
Mexico and South Korea played to a goalless draw in a tactical Group A match. Both teams secured crucial wins in their openers, leading to a cautious approach. South Korea controlled possession after a hydration break, while Mexico struggled to break down a disciplined defense. The result sets up a final group-stage match to decide the group winner.
South Africa secured a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic at the World Cup thanks to a late penalty. Teboho Mokoena converted a spot-kick seven minutes from full-time after Pavel Sulc's handball, canceling out Michal Sadilek's early goal. Both teams now have one point in Group A.
