A mother from Urmston, Trafford, says her six-year-old son, Ruari, has had his Manchester United season ticket restricted due to the club's anti-touting crackdown. The club alleges central control of multiple accounts, which the mother denies, stating she merely helped family members manage tickets.
Liverpool FC and Merseyside Police seized over £1.2m in assets and issued 432 lifetime bans in a joint operation against ticket touting. The crackdown, involving analysis of 700,000 ticket registrations, also targeted money laundering and led to convictions, protecting genuine fans.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi returns to Harare Sports Club for a T20I series with the senior India team against Zimbabwe, four months after his U-19 World Cup triumph there. He aims to leverage his familiarity with the venue to bounce back from a challenging senior debut against England.
Indian ports, including Kandla and Chennai, face congestion, stranding fertiliser vessels crucial for the kharif sowing season. Delays, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions rerouting ships and monsoon disruptions, raise concerns about timely nutrient availability for farmers, despite adequate urea supplies.
Houthis announced a naval blockade of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait in retaliation for Saudi strikes, threatening energy markets. This comes as the US and Iran exchange fire for a 10th day, and a separate Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire holds.
Pete Hegseth said the war with Iran has cost the US $37.5bn so far and pressed Congress for $87bn more for the Pentagon. The hearing turned confrontational as lawmakers and protesters challenged the request.
Manchester United fans are furious after "thousands" had season ticket accounts restricted due to a crackdown on touting and terms violations. Supporters, including loyal long-term holders, claim wrongful accusations and a lack of information, causing significant anxiety.
Chinese police scientists have revealed their use of artificial intelligence to infiltrate and decode Chinese-language content on the dark web. A research team developed a system to overcome login and anti-scraping challenges, publishing their findings in May.
Minnesota Twins reliever Go Woo-suk was demoted to the Triple-A St. Paul Saints after a difficult outing against the Cleveland Guardians, where he gave up three runs in one inning. This follows his MLB debut on July 9 and a 9.00 ERA over four innings.
Minnesota Twins reliever Go Woo-suk had his worst MLB outing, allowing three runs on four hits, including a home run, in one inning against the Cleveland Guardians. This followed a scoreless appearance, marking his first back-to-back pitching days since his July 9 debut.
Rodri, the cerebral midfielder, was named the World Cup's defining player despite lacking celebrity appeal, contrasting with the tournament's marketing of individual stars and the US youth system's focus on physicality over tactical skill. His redemption story highlights the value of less measurable attributes in elite football.
Five members of a Utah family, including fire captain Spencer Long, his wife Katrina, and their three sons, died in a flash flood while hiking in southern Utah. The Wayne County Sheriff's Office and Provo Fire & Rescue confirmed the deaths after a search near Bicknell following heavy rains.
Tens of thousands of students and youth defied police orders to protest in Delhi, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over leaked medical exams and wider education system failures. The youth-led Cockroach Janta party (CJP) organized the demonstration, which saw police brutality but also led to government talks.
Five family members, including a Provo fire captain, his wife, and their three sons, died after a flash flood swept through canyons in southern Utah on Friday during a hiking excursion. Their bodies were recovered late Friday and Saturday near Sunglow Campground.
An off-duty firefighter was arrested in Hong Kong after surrendering to police following a viral video showing him assaulting a young couple in a shopping centre. The 48-year-old man allegedly shoved and shouted at the couple, claiming they bumped into him.
Aged care residents in Australia are being charged for services they cannot use or understand, leading to investigations by the national regulator and class action lawsuits. Families are fighting for refunds, highlighting concerns about unlawful practices and a potential 'two-tier' system.
Reigning champions Italy secured their second consecutive Women's Volleyball Nations League victory by defeating Belgium 3-0 in Hong Kong. Italy's Ekaterina Antropova led all scorers with 23 points.
Jackson Hinkle, a 26-year-old American influencer known for pro-Russia and pro-China views, chanted "Down with U.S.A." and "Down with Israel" at the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran. Hinkle, who resides in Moscow, shared a video of his participation, drawing calls for his arrest back home from figures like Sebastian Gorka and Marc Thiessen, who labeled him a "traitor."
The funeral procession of Iran's late supreme leader Ali Khamenei extended for kilometers towards the Imam Reza mausoleum in Mashhad. Thousands of Iranians gathered, carrying flags and portraits, chanting slogans against the US and Israel, with families of all ages attending.
The AI race between the US and China is shifting to a competition over electricity costs and output, as AI models become commoditized. China's focus on renewable energy, particularly solar power, offers a path to cheaper electricity for data centers, potentially challenging US dominance.
The Enforcement Directorate is investigating Kolkata-based Carewell Aviation India Pvt Ltd for allegedly receiving Rs 160 crore from TMC accounts. The company purchased an aircraft and a helicopter, which were reportedly rented to TMC.
Israeli police are investigating a border police officer after CCTV footage showed him throwing a stun grenade into a car carrying young Palestinians in the occupied West Bank. The officer has been suspended pending the investigation, which follows other recent incidents of Palestinian deaths and injuries attributed to Israeli forces.
Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian oil infrastructure have led to significant fuel shortages across Russia, impacting daily life and the economy. The crisis, visible even in Moscow, is straining public patience and affecting logistics and transportation.
Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup ended with Portugal's 1-0 loss to Spain in the round of 16. Ronaldo expressed sadness but stated he gave his all and has a clear conscience, leaving his international future undecided.
