The Shaftesbury Theatre in London's West End will be renamed the Dame Judi Dench Theatre in February next year to celebrate her significant contributions to British theatre and performing arts.
The 2026 World Cup has seen an unprecedented eight draws in its opening 16 matches, a record high. This trend is attributed to the expanded 48-team format, which reduces group stage jeopardy, and potentially the hot playing conditions in North America.
Dolph Lundgren and Robert Duncan McNeill share behind-the-scenes stories from the filming of "Masters of the Universe." Lundgren discusses his reluctance to play He-Man and the challenges of the role, while McNeill recalls the film's troubled production, budget issues, and its eventual cult status.
India's rice stocks reached a record 68.43 million tonnes and wheat inventories climbed to their highest in five years at 53.41 million tonnes by June 1. This surge in reserves is expected to bolster food security and provide export flexibility, despite El Nino concerns.
India has temporarily blocked Telegram to prevent cheating on a re-test for the NEET medical school entrance exam, after allegations that answers were leaked on the app. The exam system has faced widespread criticism and protests.
Foundation Alloy has developed a new solid-state metal alloying technique that smashes metal powder particles together instead of melting them. The startup raised $22 million in Series A funding to scale production and serve industries like automotive, aerospace, and defense.
Chinese carmakers are increasingly designing their own smart-driving chips, turning custom silicon into a key weapon in the EV tech war. Li Auto's new Mach M100 AI chip, tailored for autonomous driving, highlights this trend.
The Bureau of Meteorology has declared El Niño is underway in the tropical Pacific, warning climate change will amplify its effects on Australia, increasing risks of extreme heat, bushfires, and coral bleaching. Experts anticipate a record warm year globally.
The Bureau of Meteorology has declared an El Niño event is underway, warning that climate change will amplify its effects on Australia, increasing risks of extreme heat, bushfires, and coral bleaching. Experts predict a record warm year globally.
India has blocked Telegram until June 22, targeting cheating rackets using the platform to defraud students ahead of the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination. The government also ordered Telegram to disable its message-editing feature in India until June 30, preventing the creation of fake paper leak evidence.
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap criticizes the Indian film industry for favoring blockbusters, leading to poor screen time and show timings for smaller films like 'Bandar' and 'Main Vaapas Aaunga', while Hollywood releases get better treatment. He laments the lack of industry solidarity and the shift towards OTT consumption.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is underway with the first round of matches for 32 teams. Monday marked a historic first in 68 years as all four matches ended in draws, a feat not seen since 1958. Debutants Cape Verde held Spain, Belgium drew with Egypt, Uruguay tied Saudi Arabia, and Iran secured a 2-2 draw against New Zealand.
India restricts Telegram access until June 22 to prevent cheating in the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination on June 21. The NTA stated the move shields candidates from fraud and rackets misusing the platform for paper leaks.
A Unicef report reveals that over a billion children globally face at least three overlapping climate hazards like heatwaves, storms, floods, and droughts. The report highlights the severe impact on children's health, education, and survival, using an example from Papua New Guinea where a washed-away bridge forces children to swim across a crocodile-infested river to reach school.
Heather Morgan feels she could have avoided ovarian cancer if she had been eligible for genetic testing in Wales in 2014, a test available in England. Disparities in healthcare access based on location highlight a "postcode lottery" for patients.
A tentative US-Iran agreement to end a 3-month conflict is expected to cool Middle East tensions. While oil prices dipped, the Strait of Hormuz, crucial for global oil trade, faces a slow recovery, potentially taking weeks or months to normalize flows.
A tentative US-Iran agreement to end a 3-month war is expected to cool Middle East tensions. While oil prices fell, normal flows through the Strait of Hormuz, crucial for global oil trade, may take weeks or months to resume due to shipping bottlenecks and mine clearance.
Prof John Brewer, England's first head of human performance for Italia 90, used early tech like BBC microcomputers and Polar heart-rate monitors to assess player fitness. Despite initial suspicion, his methods proved players adapted to the heat, enabling a high-tempo game. This contrasts sharply with today's advanced wearables and hyperbaric chambers, marking a significant evolution in football sports science.
The Edinburgh International Book Festival is broadening its program beyond traditional author talks, incorporating musical performances, Noh theatre at Greyfriars Kirk, and live cookery events to attract new audiences and explore literature's connections with other art forms.
Sydney has recorded its longest-ever stretch of consecutive days above 20C for June, breaking a 1919 record. The unusual heatwave extends across much of southeastern Australia, with climate scientists linking it to global warming and potential El Niño development.
15-year-old Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is under scrutiny after a post-match physical altercation with a Sri Lanka A player following India's Super Over defeat. The incident could lead to sanctions under the ICC Code of Conduct.
Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson's X bio sparked outrage and suspension calls after appearing to feature a profile picture combining Russell Wilson and Adolf Hitler. However, fans soon questioned the validity of the outrage, suggesting the post was exaggerated for clicks and that Jackson was being unfairly targeted.
A Tri-Nation A Series match between India A and Sri Lanka A in Dambulla ended in controversy after a tie, leading to a Super Over. Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was involved in heated exchanges with umpires and a Sri Lankan player, with videos of the incident going viral.
Belgium and Egypt drew their World Cup opener 1-1 in Seattle. Egypt took the lead through Emam Ashour in the 20th minute, with Romelu Lukaku equalizing for Belgium in the 66th minute. The match was played under intense heat, necessitating cooling breaks.
