Gols de Vinícius Júnior na Copa do Mundo colocam o Real Madrid no top-10 de clubes com mais gols pelo Brasil em Mundiais. O clube espanhol agora tem nove gols, dividindo o nono lugar com o PSG.
Russia's Investigative Committee has opened over 10,000 criminal cases against nearly 2,500 Ukrainian officials and foreign mercenaries since 2014, according to Alexander Fyodorov. Investigations into war crimes, genocide, and Nazism rehabilitation are ongoing, with over 1,000 cases completed against military personnel and mercenaries fighting for Ukraine.
Jaroslaw Kaczynski, leader of Poland's opposition PiS party, will return a Ukrainian state award given by Zelensky. This is in protest of Ukraine granting an honorary title to a special operations unit linked to the UPA, which committed mass killings of Poles during WWII. Kaczynski stated that if Ukraine wants to join the EU, it must not glorify genocidal perpetrators.
Iran observes Ashura, a Shia Muslim mourning period for Imam Hussein, with state-backed events and political messaging linking current resistance to historical martyrdom. The mourning coincides with the upcoming burial of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and recent protests, with President Pezeshkian calling for national unity amidst US negotiations.
Oito jogadores na Copa do Mundo de 2026, incluindo Vinícius Júnior e Lionel Messi, buscam o feito raro de marcar gols em todas as partidas. Apenas quatro atletas, como Jairzinho e Just Fontaine, conseguiram essa regularidade histórica em Copas anteriores.
Senator Cynthia Lummis announced expectations for final Senate crypto bill language by July 4 recess, aiming for a July floor vote. The bill faces hurdles including an unresolved ethics dispute, conditional Democratic support, and banking sector opposition, with failure before August recess potentially delaying legislation until 2030.
Scotland's World Cup campaign is deemed dismal despite the Tartan Army's exemplary conduct as ambassadors. Manager Steve Clarke faces criticism for team performance and contract extension, while players like Scott McTominay and John McGinn underperform. Calls for radical reform of Scottish football are growing.
Robert Jenrick, Reform UK's shadow chancellor, stated it's "legitimate" for media to question Nigel Farage's £5m donation from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne, despite Farage's dismissal. The donation, now under investigation by the parliamentary commissioner for standards, has also prompted a request for an FCA probe.
The World Cup group stage match between Norway and France features a high combined market value, with focus on Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappé. Despite contrasting styles, both forwards have delivered similar output in top leagues, though Mbappé has a longer international career and is favored for the upcoming game.
US officials, including Rep. Brian Mast and Sen. Jim Banks, warn that China's pursuit of AI leadership is a critical national security, economic, and moral race for the US, emphasizing the need to prevent China from gaining an advantage.
Shafali Verma's 53 off 34 balls guided India to a five-wicket win against Bangladesh in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026. She also became the first batter with 500+ runs to achieve a strike rate over 133.
Anthropic's AI model, Claude, is experiencing substantial growth in consumer adoption, with credit card transaction data showing a 75% increase in paying users since January 2026. Interest is also surging on educational platforms, with Claude becoming the most searched term on DataCamp, outpacing ChatGPT among self-directed learners.
India defeated Bangladesh by five wickets in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, chasing a target of 137. Opener Shafali Verma scored 53 runs. The win eliminates Bangladesh and sets up a crucial match between India and Australia for a semi-final spot.
Lewis Hamilton expresses confidence in Ferrari after his first win with the team at the Spanish GP, feeling comfortable in the car and aiming for victory at the Austrian GP. The FIA declared the Austrian GP a heat hazard.
Mitul Patel pleaded guilty to visa fraud in Boston for participating in staged robberies to obtain a U visa. The scheme, led by Rambhai Patel, involved fake armed robberies of stores in Massachusetts, with owners and "victims" being complicit. Sentencing for Mitul Patel is set for July 29.
Igor Moreira, 31, matou sua companheira, Thais Ramos Gonçalves, e mais três pessoas em ataques aleatórios em Visconde do Rio Branco. Ele morreu em confronto com a polícia.
Harvey Weinstein will not face a fourth trial on a New York rape charge after his accuser, Jessica Mann, stated she could not testify again. Prosecutors dropped the case on Thursday, leaving Weinstein convicted of other felonies in New York and California.
The Green party and several trade unions have warned the Labour party against weakening its climate commitments, particularly on North Sea oil and gas drilling. They argue that such a move would lead to political failure and economic detriment, while other unions and figures advocate for continued drilling to protect jobs.
Labour's ruling body has established a timetable for electing a new party leader, potentially installing Sir Keir Starmer's replacement as early as July 17. Andy Burnham is currently the sole declared candidate, with significant backing, making his leadership increasingly likely.
Shree Charani set a new record for India with 12 wickets in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026, surpassing Poonam Yadav's previous record. She achieved this milestone against Bangladesh, averaging 7.08 with an economy of 5.31.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova criticized current French leaders as naive for not upholding Charles de Gaulle's vision of European unity and security, contrasting their policies with Russia's initiatives and de Gaulle's historical approach to Franco-Russian relations.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her economic record and fiscal rules, urging potential Prime Minister Andy Burnham to continue her policies. Burnham is set to replace Sir Keir Starmer, with Reeves backing him despite reports of her potential demotion.
Shankh Mitra, CEO of Welltower, is ranked the world's second-highest paid CEO with an $821 million compensation package for 2025, according to The Wall Street Journal. His pay, largely stock awards, is tied to long-term performance and company market value growth.
Labour risks electoral damage by considering a shift away from net zero policies, as polls show public support for climate action crosses divides. Unions like Unite are pushing for a return to North Sea drilling, but evidence suggests the net zero economy is a growing sector supporting higher-paying jobs. A wavering stance could alienate voters who switched to Green and Lib Dem parties.
