While the rest of us count the cost in higher fuel costs, higher inflation and a weaker economy, China — the actual winner of the war — will be enjoying a surge of global interest in its solar panels, wind turbines and electric vehicles.
Filipina tennis player Alexandra Eala, 21, reached the fourth round of Wimbledon, a historic achievement for the Philippines. Despite losing her match, Eala is seen as a "ray of hope" and a role model, inspiring national pride.
China test-fired a nuclear-capable ballistic missile in the Pacific Ocean on the same day Australia signed a defence agreement with Fiji. Defence Minister Pat Conroy stated the test is destabilizing but won't deter other Pacific nations from joining the "Ocean of Peace Alliance".
NATO allies converge on Türkiye for a summit expected to yield major arms deals and increased Ukraine support. However, underlying tensions, particularly concerning US President Trump's stance on the Iran conflict and European allies' defense spending, could dominate the sidelines.
Alcoa's proposed $8.1 billion acquisition of South32's alumina operations could open up Western Australia's jarrah forests to bauxite mining, environmentalists claim. The deal would consolidate WA's bauxite supply chain under Alcoa, potentially granting access to new ore deposits.
A man remains atop a 140-meter Melbourne bridge tower, delaying thousands of drivers. Police are in a standoff with the trespasser who spray-painted graffiti, possibly the "Pam the Bird" character, on the structure.
Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 in a tense friendly match in Dallas, with Mikel Merino scoring the winning goal in the 91st minute. BBC pundit Chris Sutton heavily criticized Portugal's manager Roberto Martínez for his handling of Cristiano Ronaldo and team strategy, calling it "scandalous" and "pathetic."
