Norway's Leo Østigård welcomed his first child via video link during the World Cup, while Belgium's Jérémy Doku faces a decision about leaving the squad for his wife's childbirth, sparking debate.
Two sets of brothers, including Desire and Guela Doue, are playing for different nations at the World Cup. The Doue brothers, born in France to a French mother and Ivorian father, could face each other in the last-32 stage in Arlington, Texas, on June 30.
Two sets of brothers, including Desire and Guela Doue, are playing for different nations at the World Cup. The Doue brothers, born in France to a French mother and Ivorian father, could face each other in the last-32 stage.
Brothers Desire and Guela Doue, born in France to a French mother and Ivorian father, could face each other at the World Cup. Desire plays for France, while Guela represents Ivory Coast. This potential sibling showdown echoes the Boateng brothers' encounters in previous World Cups.
Amazon's $8 billion investment in AI startup Anthropic is now worth $74.2 billion on paper, reflecting Anthropic's meteoric rise in valuation. The partnership also includes cloud infrastructure services and AI chip commitments.
Manchester City and Chelsea are close to a financial settlement over Enzo Maresca's move. Chelsea claims Maresca breached his contract and seeks over £10m compensation.
Brazil defeated Haiti 3-0 in the Philadelphia Stadium with goals from Matheus Cunha and Vinicius Jr. Despite a strong first half, Brazil struggled in the second, failing to register a shot on target. The win puts Brazil in a strong position in Group C, but questions remain about their form.
British elections feature a tradition of joke candidates, like Count Binface and a fox mascot, who stand in elections to protest or make political points. These candidates, often seen at televised results, highlight the manual counting process and the unique British electoral culture.
Venice's new mayor, Simone Venturini, aims to raise the controversial day-tripper entrance fee to as much as €50. The proposal seeks to further discourage arrivals during peak tourist periods and generate funds for city services and maintenance.
Mongolia's permafrost is rapidly thawing due to climate change, impacting local ecosystems, herder livelihoods, and releasing greenhouse gases. This transformation offers crucial insights into global permafrost dynamics and future Arctic conditions.
Chinese AI developers are rapidly advancing to trillion-parameter foundation models, aiming to close the gap with US rivals like OpenAI and Anthropic. This push occurs as the US implements export controls restricting access to leading AI software, impacting global availability of top-tier models.
Tottenham have completed the signing of Netherlands defender Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton for £52m. The 26-year-old has signed a long-term deal and expressed his excitement about joining a big club and working with head coach Roberto De Zerbi again.
Scotland coach Steve Clarke believes Morocco will be a tougher opponent than the team that reached the 2022 World Cup semi-finals. After a 1-0 win over Haiti, Scotland faces Morocco, whom Clarke rates highly for their power, pace, and skill. He suggested Scotland may perform better as underdogs.
Intertek's £10bn takeover by EQT-led consortium, while not a landmark event, highlights London's market issues. It's the third FTSE 100 company taken over this year, with few new listings.
Justin Gaethje defeated Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250 on June 14, becoming the new undisputed UFC lightweight champion. Gaethje received a 180-day medical suspension due to facial damage, a standard measure for fighter recovery.
Justin Gaethje defeats previously unbeaten Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250, becoming the new undisputed lightweight champion, but faces a 180-day medical suspension due to the fight's physical toll.
Net overseas migration in Australia remained above 300,000 in 2025, with 301,000 arrivals, fueling opposition claims of an unsustainable system. While numbers have fallen from the post-pandemic peak, they exceed government expectations and long-term forecasts.
Australia's Nestory Irankunda is a key player, and squad rotation is vital due to injuries. Playing for a draw against Paraguay could secure progression. The USA needs midfield rotation to break down defenses and should avoid complacency after their strong opening win, preparing for a tough match against Australia.
US President Trump defended a new MOU with Iran, stating it's unfair for Tehran to lack ballistic missiles if regional rivals possess them. He differentiated missile threats from nuclear ones, with follow-up talks planned.
Macau Government Tourism Office chief Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes stated that Hong Kong and Macau can complement each other in tourism, rather than compete. She emphasized leveraging their distinct experiences and the improved connectivity from the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge to attract overseas visitors and promote the Greater Bay Area.
WhatsApp is testing a new 'view once' feature for text messages, allowing recipients to read messages only one time before they disappear. The feature, already present in other apps, aims to enhance privacy by preventing copying, forwarding, and screenshots.
OpenAI's ChatGPT has fallen below a 50% market share in AI assistants for the first time, now holding 46.4% as of May 2026. Google's Gemini is its closest rival with 27.7%, followed by Anthropic's Claude at 10.3%.
Ahead of the Mexico vs. South Korea World Cup match, fans are celebrating a unique 'brotherly love' rooted in a 2018 World Cup upset. This camaraderie reflects deeper cultural and economic ties between the two nations, fostering a sense of shared identity beyond the game.
SpaceX, days after its IPO, is acquiring AI coding tool Cursor for $60 billion in an all-stock deal. The move aims to bolster Elon Musk's Grok chatbot, which is losing users, by integrating Cursor's finished product and leveraging SpaceX's abundant compute power.
