Bellingham and Messi to clash in World Cup semi-final
England's Jude Bellingham will face Argentina legend Lionel Messi in a pivotal match on Wednesday, with the winner set to progress to the final against Spain.
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Hamaguchi’s ‘All of a Sudden’ Set for November Release
Neon has announced an 25th November release date for Ryusuke Hamaguchi's 'All of a Sudden', which premiered at Cannes and won Virginie Efira the best actress award.
Federal Minister Calls for Collective Action to Tackle Population Growth
Federal Minister for National Health Services Syed Mustafa Kamal has urged collective efforts to address Pakistan's growing population challenge.
Cigarettes become fashionable again in France
French media report that cigarettes are experiencing a resurgence in popularity after being considered less desirable for some time.
Dave Kendall, Creator of MTV’s 120 Minutes, Dies
Dave Kendall, creator and former host of MTV's '120 Minutes,' has passed away, according to a post from his friend Matt Pinfield.
T. rex skeleton sells for record $50.1 million at Sotheby’s
A Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton named 'Gus' sold for a record $50.1 million at Sotheby's in New York, making it the most valuable dinosaur fossil bought at auction.
Bellingham shines as England aims for World Cup semifinal win
England's Jude Bellingham continues to impress in the World Cup, with his performance key to their push towards a semifinal victory against Argentina.
Toy Story Franchise Generates $51 Billion in Economic Activity
The 'Toy Story' franchise has generated $51 billion in economic activity since its inception, according to a study commissioned by Disney.
Kevin Hart’s ‘Cold as Balls’ Returns with New Episodes on Netflix
Six new episodes of Kevin Hart's ice-bath interview show 'Cold as Balls' will debut on Netflix later this summer, featuring live interviews at Fanatics Fest in New York.
France implements water restrictions due to severe early drought
Large parts of France are facing water restrictions as the country grapples with a drought described as 'exceptionally' early and intense, following three heatwaves in recent months.
PMA urges improved medicine supply at Nishtar Hospital
The Pakistan Medical Association has called for enhanced medication supplies at Nishtar Hospital to better serve patients.
ICC admits Mauritius as 111th member
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has admitted Mauritius as its 111th member, among other key outcomes of the ICC board meeting including a USD 12.82 million loan for Cricket West Indies and reinstatement conditions for Cricket Canada.
Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari calls for high-powered commission on AJK unrest
Pakistan Peoples Party chief Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has called for a high-powered commission to address the unrest in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK).
'Armed forces are our red line'
Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, Pakistan Peoples Party chief
French and Spanish fans fill Texas streets ahead of World Cup semi-final
French and Spanish supporters crowded Arlington’s streets in anticipation of the upcoming World Cup semi-final match, with the victors set to face England or Argentina.
ICC approves new formats for ODI, T20 World Cups
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has approved a three-stage format for the One Day International (ODI) World Cup and a five-group structure for the T20 World Cup group stage.
IMAX Partners with Goer Dynamics for In-Vehicle Entertainment System
IMAX and Chinese technology company Goer Dynamics have partnered to develop the world’s first in-vehicle entertainment system carrying the IMAX brand, set for commercial production later this year.
Pakistan allows entry for overseas Pakistanis with valid foreign passports
Pakistan has clarified that overseas Pakistanis travelling on foreign passports will continue to be allowed entry as long as their National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) is valid.
AI-Native Films Debut at Raindance Festival
Ten AI-native short films were unveiled at the recent Raindance Film Festival in London, produced by Moonmax and built on CapCut Video Studio.
PM Shehbaz directs FBR to support business community
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed the Federal Board of Revenue to provide all possible facilities to the business community during a meeting in Islamabad on July 15, 2026.
US space firms eye opportunities in Golden Dome missile defense
US space and defense startups are competing to capitalize on potential contracts related to the proposed Golden Dome missile defense system, despite its uncertain status.
Taiwan AI server component suppliers see revenue growth
Taiwan's power supply, thermal solution and baseboard management controller vendors experienced healthy revenue growth in June due to strong demand for AI infrastructure, according to DigiTimes.
Spain fans celebrate World Cup victory over France
Spain fans celebrated late into the night Tuesday after their team defeated France 2-0 in the semi-final of the World Cup, with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro.
Ebola cases in DR Congo exceed 2,000 as health workers strike
Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo have surpassed 2,011 with 754 deaths, according to government data. Health workers at Bunia General Hospital went on strike over payment issues.
Kenyan grandmothers take up football amid World Cup excitement
A group of grandmothers in rural Kenya is taking part in football, challenging stereotypes about aging and finding a new path to fitness as the continent remains gripped by World Cup fever.
Russian model says viral video of Haaland lookalike felt like a dream
Russian model Anastasia Kostromitina, who has gone viral for her striking resemblance to Norway's Erling Haaland, poses in Moscow on July 10, 2026.
Kyrgyzstan, Turkiye Enhance Investment Cooperation
Kyrgyzstan and Turkiye have discussed expanding investment cooperation, aiming to improve the investment climate and implement joint projects in priority areas.
Uzbekistan’s Exports Reach $12.6 Billion in January-May
Uzbekistan's exports reached $12.6 billion during the first five months of 2026, according to data released by the National Statistics Committee.