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.
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.
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.
Kylian Mbappé missed his first World Cup penalty in France's quarter-final win over Morocco, but scored later in the match. He becomes the second French player to miss a World Cup penalty in regulation time, after Karim Benzema in 2014.
Lionel Messi became the first player to miss two penalties in a single World Cup edition after failing against Egypt. The Argentina captain's spot-kick was saved by Mostafa Shobeir in the round of 16 match in Atlanta.
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.
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.
Belgium staged a stunning comeback against Senegal, scoring twice in stoppage time to force extra time in a dramatic World Cup match. After trailing 2-0, goals from Romelu Lukaku and Youri Tielemans leveled the score before Tielemans converted a penalty in the 122nd minute to secure a last-16 spot.
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.
Germany's World Cup hopes ended in a penalty shootout loss to Paraguay, with several players reportedly refusing to take kicks. US coach Pochettino uses an analytics firm for penalty strategy, while the USMNT prepares for their own shootout challenge.
Germany's legendary World Cup penalty shootout record ended Monday as they lost to Paraguay 4-3 on penalties in Boston after a 1-1 draw. This was their first shootout defeat since 1976, breaking a streak of six consecutive wins.
An 11-year-old student died and others were injured when a roadside tree collapsed onto a school van carrying 15 children in Mumbai's Chembur amid heavy rain. The incident occurred near Heritage Pride, prompting a swift rescue operation by emergency services.
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.
Loyalist cabinet ministers are urging against a leadership contest, backing Andy Burnham to succeed Keir Starmer. While some MPs are pushing Darren Jones to run to avoid a "coronation" and scrutinize Burnham's economic policies, many believe Jones lacks sufficient support. Concerns exist over Ed Miliband potentially becoming chancellor.
Japan's Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi used the Shangri-La Dialogue to counter China's military rise and bolster regional security partnerships, highlighting Japan's growing role amid perceived US waning commitment and China's regional ambitions.
Kylian Mbappé prioritizes team success over personal records as France faces Iraq. He praised Lionel Messi as "the best of the best" and defended Ousmane Dembélé's performance.
US lawmakers and pro-Israel groups are calling on President Trump to submit a recent memorandum of understanding with Iran to Congress for review, citing the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act (INARA) as precedent. The act requires congressional review of agreements related to Iran's nuclear program.
