Cabo Verde's veteran goalkeeper Vozinha made a heroic debut, securing a 0-0 draw against Spain. Meanwhile, a duck named Merlin in Mexico City became an internet sensation, and New Zealand's Tim Payne saw his social media following explode after being identified as the least-known player.
Former MLB player Choi Ji-man has joined the Ulsan Wales team and begun training, aiming to prove his competitiveness for the KBO rookie draft in September. He expressed confidence in his batting and plans to gradually increase playing time.
Director Yeon Sang-ho's zombie thriller 'Colony' has achieved significant box-office success across Asia, becoming the most-watched Korean film in Malaysia and ranking high in Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand. The film has also surpassed 5 million admissions in South Korea.
NCERT has restored the original "Dancing Girl" figurine image in its Class IX arts textbook after media reports highlighted its altered version. The bronze artifact from Mohenjo-daro had its bare torso covered in the new edition, sparking controversy.
Bélgica e Egito empataram em 1 a 1 na estreia do grupo G da Copa do Mundo de 2026, em Seattle. Ashour abriu o placar para o Egito e Mohamed Hany marcou contra para a Bélgica. Ambas as equipes somam um ponto.
The US and Iran have announced a preliminary agreement to end their conflict, potentially resolving the global energy crisis. The deal aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil and gas route, which has been closed since February 2026, impacting global prices and supply.
The Kennedy Center board, with Trump appointees, voted to create a new endowment honoring Donald Trump after his name was legally removed from the building. Critics call the move a political elevation over arts advancement.
Cape Verde achieved a historic 0-0 draw against favorites Spain in their first-ever World Cup match. Despite Spain's dominance in shots, Cape Verde's defense and late chances secured a point, marking a monumental achievement for the small island nation.
President Trump announced a major "rally" in Washington for July 4, calling it "the most spectacular TRUMP RALLY of them all." The event, named "Tribute to America," will be held at the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial.
Electronic Arts has launched EA Advertising, a new platform for in-game ads and brand partnerships. The service offers brands opportunities through challenges, rewards, branded content, and vanity items, with examples in sports titles like EA Sports FC and Madden NFL, as well as The Sims and skate. franchises.
England will hand Test debuts to Jordan Cox and Sonny Baker for the second match against New Zealand at the Oval. Matthew Fisher returns, and Jofra Archer is back after a break. Joe Root will captain the side in Ben Stokes's absence due to a team curfew breach.
Electronic Arts has launched EA Advertising, a new platform enabling brands to integrate directly into its game portfolio through dynamic, real-time placements like stadium signage and custom in-game content. The service aims to enhance player experience by making ads relevant and part of the interactive gameplay environments.
Le mercato d'été en France, ouvert depuis le 15 juin, voit plusieurs joueurs de Ligue 1 envisager de nouveaux horizons après la Coupe du Monde. Des noms comme Bradley Barcola, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Lucas Chevalier, Mason Greenwood et Maghnes Akliouche sont évoqués, avec des situations variées entre temps de jeu, clauses libératoires et contraintes financières.
Alors que la Coupe du monde bat son plein, plusieurs joueurs de Ligue 1, dont Bradley Barcola, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Lucas Chevalier, Mason Greenwood et Maghnes Akliouche, pourraient changer de club. Le mercato d'été en France a ouvert le 15 juin et se terminera le 1er septembre.
Robert De Niro led a crowd in chanting "shut the fuck up!" at Donald Trump during a New York event. The actor criticized Trump's remarks on Americans' financial situations, inflation, and the 2020 election, comparing patriotism to an abused spouse's love for an abuser.
UK manufacturers face a "heavy drag" on competitiveness due to the highest electricity prices in the G7. Make UK and TUC call for expanded government relief, costing £3bn, to cover all manufacturers, as current schemes are too narrow.
Chinese tennis player Zheng Qinwen began the Nottingham Open with a victory over Maria Sakkari, navigating a temporary change in her coaching staff as her long-term coach recovers from an accident. Zheng aims to build momentum for Wimbledon.
KFC is overhauling its menu with more boneless chicken options, expanded sauce varieties, and new drink lines. The chain is also redesigning restaurants and refreshing its branding to attract diners amid intense competition from rivals like McDonald's and emerging chicken chains.
The US and Iran have announced a preliminary agreement to end their conflict, potentially resolving the global energy crisis. The deal aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil shipping route, which was closed by Iran in February 2026, causing significant oil supply disruptions and price hikes. While the agreement offers hope, experts caution that restoring normal energy flows will take months due to damaged infrastructure and logistical challenges.
NCERT's new Class 9 arts textbook, 'Madhurima', features an altered image of the Indus Valley 'Dancing Girl' figurine with its torso covered, sparking debate over historical representation. The same artefact appears in its original form in a Class 6 textbook.
Europe is set to experience a significant heatwave this week as hot air from the Sahara spreads across the continent, with temperatures reaching the mid-30s Celsius in several countries. Meanwhile, parts of Australia are also seeing above-average temperatures.
Donald Trump feierte seinen 80. Geburtstag mit einem MMA-Kampf auf dem Rasen des Weißen Hauses. Die Veranstaltung, die offiziell dem 250. Jahrestag der Unabhängigkeit gewidmet war, zog hochrangige Gäste an und war von politischen Botschaften geprägt.
A magnitude-2.9 earthquake struck near Tumut in southern New South Wales, Australia, causing residents to report a loud boom and ground movement. While no damage was reported, concerns were raised about the proximity to Blowering Dam. Experts confirmed the seismic activity is not unusual for the region.
A UFC fight at the White House faces delays due to thunderstorms, with 70% chance of rain and high humidity. The event, coinciding with Trump's birthday and Flag Day, is the first professional sporting event at the residence. A lawsuit to cancel it was denied, but polls show public skepticism.
