Argentina's World Cup runners-up returned home quietly after their 1-0 defeat to Spain, declining government offers for public celebrations due to disappointment. President Javier Milei confirmed the players' decision and praised the team's conduct and Lionel Messi.
Spain's World Cup-winning team celebrated with an estimated two million fans in Madrid, meeting royals and the Prime Minister. The festivities followed a 1-0 victory over Argentina, marred by a post-match scuffle now under FIFA investigation.
Calvin Harris's upcoming 20-year career-spanning set at Hampden Park in Glasgow on Saturday 1 August will be broadcast live on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 1, and BBC Sounds. The Scottish DJ expressed excitement about playing for a home crowd.
AI pioneer Cao Liangliang, formerly of Google DeepMind, has returned to Hong Kong after 20 years. He aims to energize the city's academic AI ecosystem, drawing on his experience with major tech firms and his early work at CUHK's MMLab.
Wolf Alice headlined their biggest-ever show at London's Finsbury Park, playing to 45,000 fans. The homecoming concert celebrated their 16-year journey from newcomers to acclaimed UK rock band, showcasing their versatile songbook and growth as performers.
South Korea's football team will not receive a formal homecoming event after failing to reach the World Cup's round of 32. This decision follows intense public anger and a death threat against coach Hong Myung-bo, prompting police investigation and security concerns at Incheon airport.
Rishabh Pant is reportedly set to return to Delhi Capitals, his former IPL franchise, in a blockbuster trade that would send Kuldeep Yadav to Lucknow Super Giants. Former India cricketer Dodda Ganesh has advised KL Rahul to enter the auction if the move for Pant materializes.
Rishabh Pant is reportedly returning to his former IPL team, Delhi Capitals, after two seasons with Lucknow Super Giants. This potential trade also involves Kuldeep Yadav moving to LSG. Former India cricketer Dodda Ganesh has advised KL Rahul, who has performed well for DC, to enter the auction if Pant's move is finalized.
Singer-songwriter Myles Smith performed a surprise pop-up gig in Luton, his hometown, for hundreds of fans. The free show featured hits like 'Stargazing' ahead of his debut album release and included shout-outs to local schools.
South Korea's Jun Chae-min, raised in Hong Kong, anchors his team to gold in the men's 4x100m relay at the Asian Under-20 Athletics Championships in Kai Tak, clocking 39.75 seconds, ahead of moving to Harvard University in the US.
Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 75 to guide Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a five-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in the IPL final. Kohli finished the season with 675 runs, earning praise from coach Andy Flower and Sunil Gavaskar for his match-winning abilities.
Korean Golf Club, despite a last-place LIV Golf standing and a sudden roster change replacing Danny Lee with Mun Do-yeob, remains upbeat ahead of their home debut at LIV Golf Korea in Busan, seeking a turnaround with home advantage.
Song Yadong returns to China to headline UFC Fight Night in Macau on May 30 against former champion Deiveson Figueiredo. Yadong, ranked No. 6, sees this fight as crucial for maintaining his top-five standing and title aspirations.
Former Indonesian Education Minister Nadiem Makarim faces an 18-year prison sentence in a corruption trial over school laptop procurements. The case prompts questions among the Indonesian diaspora about the risks versus rewards of public service.
A new play by Rory Mullarkey at the Royal Exchange explores Manchester's complex identity and sense of belonging through three interconnected scenes, questioning who truly calls the city home.
Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has been cleared by Labour to run in the Makerfield byelection. Supporters hope a victory will pave the way for him to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister by the autumn party conference.
Entertainment company hmvod and arts curator Heiman Ng unveiled a life-size bronze statue of late kung fu legend Bruce Lee at his childhood home on Nathan Road in Hong Kong on Monday. The statue, themed around Lee's famous 'be like water' philosophy, marks the 85th anniversary of his arrival in the city. An exhibition featuring previously unseen photographs and rare posters will run until the end of May, coinciding with China's Labour Day golden week holiday.
