Wales great Halfpenny to retire from rugby
Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny announces he will retire at the end of the season.

Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny announces he will retire at the end of the season.

A BBC World Service investigation has identified Yurii Temerbek and two other men accused of torturing and sexually assaulting civilians in Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine. Survivors describe systematic abuse in secret detention centers, with allegations including beatings, electric shocks, and sexual violence. The accused men appear to be living ordinary lives in Russia and occupied Ukraine, while Ukrainian authorities pursue criminal proceedings against them.

Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup ended in tears as Portugal lost 1-0 to Spain in the last 16. The 41-year-old football icon, who has scored a world-record 976 goals, never won the coveted trophy, with his best performance being a semi-final appearance in 2006.

Samsung Electronics forecasts a 19-fold increase in profits for the April-June quarter, driven by high global demand for AI memory chips. The company expects to post 89tn won in operating profits, marking its third consecutive record quarter, as semiconductor prices rise due to supply shortages.

Hospitals and businesses are increasingly renting robots, from medical supply movers like Moxi to humanoid entertainers and home helpers. This 'robotics-as-a-service' model offers flexibility, lower upfront costs, and access to the latest technology, addressing the rapid pace of innovation in the robotics industry.

Jim Cramer advised investors not to fear market rotations, viewing them as opportunities to buy high-quality stocks at a discount. He highlighted PepsiCo, Starbucks, Constellation Brands, TJX Companies, and Johnson & Johnson as appealing buys following recent pullbacks.

Women are marking their divorces with new 'divorce rings,' repurposing engagement rings or buying new statement pieces. This trend symbolizes financial liberation and a fresh start, moving past expensive divorces and reclaiming financial independence.