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Egypt protest after World Cup exit, claim Messi favoured

Egypt protest after World Cup exit, claim Messi favoured

The Egyptian Football Association officially denounced refereeing decisions following a 3-2 defeat, claiming the match officials were unjust.

Sport ·8 Jul 2026, 06:03 ·Amelia Stone 4 min read
Bahri Logistics orders two offshore support vessels from Grandweld

Bahri Logistics orders two offshore support vessels from Grandweld

Bahri Logistics is modernizing its energy infrastructure by ordering two custom-built offshore support vessels from Grandweld Shipyard. The project aims to improve operational capacity, safety, and emergency response capabilities at the Ras Tanura port.

Sport ·8 Jul 2026, 05:02 ·Amelia Stone 4 min read
The Guardian newspaper acknowledges historical links to the Atlantic slave trade

The Guardian newspaper acknowledges historical links to the Atlantic slave trade

A commissioned academic review determined that The Guardian's founder and several of his primary backers had financial ties to the slave-reliant textile industry.

Culture ·6 Jul 2026, 22:04 ·Amelia Stone 3 min read
Nat Sciver-Brunt hopes World Cup career is not over after England heartbreak

Nat Sciver-Brunt hopes World Cup career is not over after England heartbreak

Following a tearful exit in the T20 World Cup final at Lord's, captain Nat Sciver-Brunt insists she is not ready to end her international cricket career.

Sport ·6 Jul 2026, 21:12 ·Amelia Stone 5 min read
Sony Pictures CEO Tony Vinciquerra to step down on Jan. 2

Sony Pictures CEO Tony Vinciquerra to step down on Jan. 2

Sony Pictures CEO Tony Vinciquerra will step down on January 2, transitioning to a non-executive chairman role as Ravi Ahuja takes over the company. His tenure was defined by a pivot toward niche content like anime and increased collaboration with PlayStation.

Culture ·6 Jul 2026, 19:07 ·Amelia Stone 3 min read
The Onion continues legal battle to finalize Infowars acquisition

The Onion continues legal battle to finalize Infowars acquisition

The Onion’s parent company, Global Tetrahedron, continues its protracted legal battle to finalize the acquisition of the Infowars platform. The initiative aims to use parody to address historical misinformation while providing financial relief to the Sandy Hook families.

Culture ·6 Jul 2026, 13:34 ·Amelia Stone 3 min read
Sky expected to buy ITV broadcast and streaming arms in major takeover

Sky expected to buy ITV broadcast and streaming arms in major takeover

Sky is in talks to acquire ITV’s media and entertainment business, including ITVX. The potential deal would not place existing ITV shows behind a paywall.

Culture ·5 Jul 2026, 03:36 ·Amelia Stone 3 min read
Serena and Venus Williams withdraw from Wimbledon doubles due to knee injury

Serena and Venus Williams withdraw from Wimbledon doubles due to knee injury

Serena Williams has officially ended her Wimbledon campaign, withdrawing from the doubles tournament alongside her sister Venus following a knee injury.

Sport ·4 Jul 2026, 18:05 ·Amelia Stone 3 min read
White House rolls out video‑game style meme campaign to sell Iran war

White House rolls out video‑game style meme campaign to sell Iran war

The Trump administration has launched a viral, fast-cut video campaign on social media to build public support for military strikes against Iran. By framing the conflict through a video-game lens, the White House is attempting to reach younger audiences while drawing criticism from media analysts.

Culture ·2 Jul 2026, 10:41 ·Amelia Stone 4 min read
USMNT face Belgium in World Cup last 16 without banned Folarin Balogun

USMNT face Belgium in World Cup last 16 without banned Folarin Balogun

The USMNT faces a tactical challenge in their World Cup clash against Belgium following the dismissal of striker Folarin Balogun. Coaching staff must now determine a new attacking focal point to maintain their tournament momentum.

Sport ·2 Jul 2026, 09:02 ·Amelia Stone 3 min read
Cadan Murley in line for England start against South Africa

Cadan Murley in line for England start against South Africa

Cadan Murley is poised for a starting role for England against South Africa as the team looks to use his pace and power to challenge the Springbok defense.

Sport ·2 Jul 2026, 04:05 ·Amelia Stone 3 min read