Chinese referees Ma Ning, Zhou Fei, and Fu Ming officiated the World Cup match between Curacao and Ecuador. This marks the first time a Chinese referee has led a World Cup game in 24 years, with goalkeeper Eloy Room setting a record for saves in the 0-0 draw.
Wyndham Clark expanded his lead to six shots at the US Open after a challenging third round at Shinnecock Hills. Despite strong winds and difficult greens, Clark shot an even-par 70, while Scottie Scheffler emerged as his closest competitor.
Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room made a record 15 saves to secure a historic 0-0 draw against Ecuador in the World Cup, keeping the debutant nation's knockout stage hopes alive. The smallest nation by population to ever qualify for the tournament earned their first World Cup point.
Pauline Hanson displayed intolerance towards reporters at the National Press Club, shouting at Guardian Australia and vowing to "shred" SBS and ABC. The media union condemned her actions, with PM Albanese calling media exclusion misguided. Hanson's political strategy relies on controlling her narrative, avoiding detailed policies, and projecting defiance.
An unidentified caller allegedly offered a NEET question paper to an aspirant in Ajmer for ₹30,000, showing it via video call. A complaint was filed, and police are investigating the fraud attempt.
Russia is positioning itself as a "third power" option for Southeast Asia amid energy supply uncertainty and geopolitical rivalries. Analysts suggest while energy may be an opening, Russia's long-term relevance in the region might not grow significantly.
Aura's new Ink frame uses color e-ink technology to create a digital photo display that mimics the look of printed art, overcoming the clunky appearance and bright screen issues of traditional digital frames. Despite a limited six-color palette, Aura's dithering algorithm renders images acceptably for most users, though discerning photographers may find the color accuracy lacking.
Henry Nicholls scored an unbeaten 119, anchoring New Zealand's 252/3 on day three against England. His century, alongside Rachin Ravindra's 76, established a record partnership at The Oval, extending New Zealand's lead to 352.
Scotland faces Morocco in a crucial World Cup match, aiming to advance past the group stage for the first time in their 154-year history. Following a narrow win against Haiti, Scotland must deliver a superior performance against the highly-ranked Moroccan side, drawing parallels to their first international match in 1872.
China's Harbin Xinguang Optic-Electronics Technology has developed the Lijian series of laser weapons designed to shoot down drones. The portable models, Lijian II and Lijian III, are lightweight and consist of three main components, making them easily transportable.
Scotland faces Morocco in a crucial World Cup match, aiming to advance past the group stage for the first time in history. After a narrow win against Haiti, the team needs a strong performance against the highly-ranked Moroccan side, drawing parallels to Scotland's first international match in 1872.
Scotland faces a crucial World Cup match against Morocco in Boston, aiming to advance to the knockout stage for the first time. After a narrow win against Haiti, they must overcome the highly-ranked Moroccan team, known for its dynamic attackers and strong defense.
DAZN Soccer's pricing display, emphasizing a "monthly fee of 980 yen" while obscuring the non-cancellable annual plan, may violate Japan's Premiums and Representations Act and the Act on Specified Commercial Transactions. While DAZN has apologized for a specific period of misrepresentation, consumers may have grounds to cancel contracts made during that time. Dark patterns, though not directly regulated in Japan, are addressed through existing consumer protection laws.
A collection of 20 monumental tapestries by Australian artist Arthur Boyd, depicting Saint Francis of Assisi, will be displayed in full for the first time at the National Gallery of Australia in Canberra. Commissioned in the late 1960s and created between 1970-1974 by a Portuguese workshop, the tapestries have largely been in storage for five decades.
Portugal's disappointing 1-1 draw against the Democratic Republic of Congo in their 2026 World Cup opener has led to widespread international criticism, particularly targeting Cristiano Ronaldo's performance. Several major newspapers and outlets questioned his place in the squad and his impact on the team's play.
Harry Kane credits Thomas Tuchel's half-time speech for inspiring England's 3-2 victory over Croatia in their 2026 World Cup opener. Despite Croatia equalizing twice, England dominated the second half after Tuchel's motivational talk, securing the win with goals from Kane, Declan Rice, Jude Bellingham, and Marcus Rashford.
England recovered from a wobbly first half to beat Croatia 3-2 in Group L, but Tuchel's side showed defensive vulnerabilities and questions about midfield balance ahead of tougher tests.
England started their World Cup campaign with a thrilling 4-2 victory over Croatia. Despite a shaky first half, England's second-half performance, highlighted by goals from Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford, secured the win.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) secured a historic draw against Portugal in their World Cup return, with Yoane Wissa scoring a leveller after João Neves's early goal. Despite Cristiano Ronaldo playing the full match, his contribution was minimal, and the DRC's defensive discipline secured the result.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) secured a historic draw against Portugal in their World Cup return, with Yoane Wissa scoring a leveller after João Neves's early goal. Despite Cristiano Ronaldo playing the full match, his contribution was minimal, and the DRC's defensive discipline secured the result.
Ombudsman secured a second consecutive Prince of Wales's Stakes victory at Royal Ascot with a dominant performance. The 11-10 favorite, ridden by William Buick, pulled away decisively to win by four lengths, marking a significant achievement for the horse and its trainers.
British tennis player Arthur Fery achieved the best result of his career by defeating Adrian Mannarino in the HSBC Championships at Queen's. The world number 140 reached his first ATP Tour quarter-final with the victory.
The St George's Cross flag, once a symbol of English national pride, now evokes mixed feelings due to its association with far-right groups and protests. While some see it as a unifying symbol for events like the World Cup, others find it intimidating and exclusionary, highlighting a complex debate about English identity.
Ali Fallahi, 45, has been charged with arson in connection with a fire at a memorial wall in Golders Green, north London, on April 27. The wall commemorates protesters killed in Iran and victims of the Hamas attack in Israel. Counter-terrorism officers are investigating.
