A Seven producer proposed a "Spotlight" special on "uncontrolled immigration" featuring Pauline Hanson and Nigel Farage in Britain, offering to cover travel costs. Hanson instead met Tommy Robinson, leading to controversy over the show's pitch versus its broadcast content and Seven's claims of balance.
Jelicia Westhoff, mother of Maduka Okoye's son, accused the Nigerian goalkeeper of cheating and abuse on Instagram, hours after he was seen dining with rapper Cardi B in Venice. Okoye has not publicly responded to the unverified claims.
Apple, iPhone kullanıcıları için anti-hırsızlık korumasını güçlendiren, kişi engelleme limitlerini değiştiren ve iOS 27'deki yeni Siri yapay zekası için Spotlight altyapısını hazırlayan iOS 26.6 RC sürümünü yayınladı.
Online networks are reportedly 'gamifying' violence and encouraging self-harm, targeting children in games like Roblox and Minecraft, with cases globally. Meanwhile, Iran declares 'full-scale war' with the US, and Andy Burnham becomes the UK's new prime minister, pledging to end rough sleeping.
Amidst controversies like visa issues and high ticket prices, the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the US also delivered numerous heartwarming moments, including Cape Verdean goalkeeper Vozinha's mother witnessing his saves, Lamine Yamal's brother becoming a fan favorite, and fans cheering up a young Uzbek supporter.
Sao Tome and Principe holds presidential elections on Sunday, with incumbent Carlos Vila Nova favored to win. The vote comes amid heightened international scrutiny following a 2024 military cooperation agreement with Russia, raising questions about the archipelago's strategic role in the Gulf of Guinea.
B Treasury Capital AB's BTC PREF preference share, aimed at funding Bitcoin purchases, is set to start trading on the Spotlight Stock Market on July 20, after a rights offer saw only 52% of shares subscribed, raising approximately SEK 12.2 million ($1.26 million). The share's 10% issue yield will face a market price test, with its attractiveness to income investors uncertain due to potential dividend deferrals and sparse trading concerns.
China's Long March-10B rocket's first-stage booster was vertically recovered by the Linghangzhe, a sea-based vessel using a net-capture system. This development aims to close the gap with US reusable rocket technology and showcases China's shipbuilding expertise.
Semiconductor firm CXMT plans to raise 29.5 billion yuan ($4.4 billion) in its Shanghai IPO, with analysts predicting a potential market value of 3 trillion yuan. Founder Zhu's long-term vision for China's role in the memory chip industry is highlighted.
Men are increasingly concerned about fertility, driven by social media trends and fears about environmental toxins and TRT. This has led to a boom in influencers promoting unproven methods like sauna and ice pack protocols, supplements, and dangerous drug "stacks," while experts urge caution and emphasize evidence-based lifestyle changes.
American Christmas tree growers are urging the US government to maintain tariffs on Chinese-made artificial trees, fearing that lower tariffs would re-expose family farms to decades of below-cost import pricing.
Conor McGregor returns to the octagon after a five-year absence, facing Max Holloway at UFC 329. His comeback is overshadowed by legal battles, including a civil case for sexual assault and missed drug tests, raising questions about his legacy despite his past achievements in MMA.
The Philippines attracted only US$9 billion in FDI last year, ranking sixth in Southeast Asia amid a regional capital boom. Analysts cite a corruption scandal and systemic issues for the gap, with Singapore and Indonesia leading inflows.
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto humorously praised PM Modi's leadership, stating he "copied" successful Indian programs due to their effectiveness and lack of "copyright." The remark came during a banquet where both nations announced agreements on defense, tech, education, and agriculture.
Magic Weekend's move to a summer date proved a success, attracting record crowds and showcasing a sport finding a new home. Leeds solidified their top position, while a fierce battle for playoff spots intensified, highlighted by a dramatic Wigan vs. St Helens clash.
British tennis player Arthur Fery is set to compete in his first Grand Slam second week at Wimbledon. He will face Grigor Dimitrov in the fourth round and stated he is prepared for the increased attention, vowing to stay grounded and avoid social media hype.
Katie Price's new four-part documentary series, 'Nothing to Hide,' offers a revealing look at her life, exploring her surgeries, personal struggles, and relentless pursuit of attention. Despite numerous tell-alls, the series delves deeper, presenting a fascinating yet exhausting portrait of the former glamour model.
The Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) plans to begin selling its teams to individual owners by 2028 and expand to 16 independently owned franchises, co-founder Paul Rabil told CNBC. This follows a $100 million Series E funding round and anticipation for lacrosse's return to the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Olympics.
Naomi Osaka advanced to the third round of Wimbledon with a dominant 6-3, 6-2 win over Anastasia Gasanova. The Japanese star showcased elaborate kimono-inspired fashion, drawing attention both on and off the court, and spoke about embracing nerves and self-expression.
Bosnian fans in Santa Clara, California, celebrated their national team's World Cup progress, highlighting diaspora identity forged by war and expressing solidarity with Palestine due to shared experiences of violence and displacement.
As the Socceroos prepare for a potential penalty shootout against Egypt, an academic's research suggests ordering kickers from best to worst can increase win probability by 5-10%. However, player nerves and the difficulty of replicating high-pressure situations in training pose significant challenges.
Bobuq Sayed's debut novel, "No God But Us," follows Afghan-American Delbar from Washington DC to Istanbul, exploring themes of identity, diaspora, and political awakening through his drag persona and a romance with a queer Afghan asylum seeker, Mansur. The review praises its opening but finds the later plot conventional.
Elon Musk shared the full version of 'Citizen Vigilante' on X, giving 240M+ followers access to a film banned in Germany for potential incitement of violence against immigrants, starring Armie Hammer as a vigilante.
The New York Times highlighted Chungbuk Semiconductor High School, a specialized vocational school in South Korea, as the AI boom fuels an unprecedented boom in the nation's semiconductor industry. The school has seen a threefold increase in admission inquiries and receives constant external visit requests.
