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Watch: Spain fans erupt in celebration after World Cup final victory
Fans in Madrid and Barcelona celebrated long into the night after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win their second FIFA World Cup title.
10 best anime to watch if you love The Odyssey (#4 is a near-perfect masterpiece)
Some are sword-and-sandals classics, while others are homecoming adventures.
How the sun goes to 'sleep' could reveal future space weather when it wakes
Scientists have developed a new way to predict the strength of the sun's next activity cycle up to seven years before it reaches its peak.
Centuries before farming, hunter-gatherers introduced fish to the Norwegian mountains
Archaeologists have uncovered the remains of 7,000-year-old fish traps in the mountains of southern Norway, indicating that fish were intentionally introduced to upland lakes by Mesolithic hunter-fisher-gatherers and showing that human management of nature was not limited to
Future Debuts at No. 1 With ‘The Real Me,’ as Rolling Stones and ‘Heated Rivalry’ Soundtrack Also Bow in Top 10
We have seen the future of who’s moving up in the list of artists contending to have the most No. 1 albums ever, and its name is Future. The rapper debuted on top of the Billboard 200 with “The Real Me,” landing his 12th No. 1 on the chart. That means he’s now in fifth […]
Five family members found dead after flash flood in Utah canyon, police say
Victims were Provo’s fire captain, his wife and their three sons, who were hiking in Bicknell amid heavy rains Five family members who had set out for a day of hiking were killed after a flash flood swept through canyons of southern Utah on Friday, law enforcement officials
Maine secretary of State drops out of Senate race
Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows (D) on Sunday said she was dropping out of the Democratic primary for the Senate in the Pine Tree State a little more than a week after announcing her campaign. “Today I am withdrawing from the U.S. Senate race. Donald Trump's attacks on
Polish families in Spain navigate cultural identity across generations, study finds
Emigration often means a profound life upheaval. What challenges do Polish families face after moving to Spain? A researcher from SWPS University, in collaboration with her doctoral supervisors and a researcher from the University of Almería, analyzed family dynamics between
Spain win World Cup for second time after thrilling final against Argentina
A tense, high-quality final in New Jersey was finally settled after extra time as Spain ended Argentina's reign as world champions and lifted the trophy for the second time.
India's Cockroach protesters set to march to parliament
The Cockroach Janta Party has organised the march to demand reforms in India's education system.
Inside India’s cybercrime investigations: How scammers exploit Telegram
From exam-paper leaks to investment scams, Telegram has repeatedly featured in India’s cybercrime cases. CNA speaks to investigators about why scammers favour the platform - and what Asia can learn from India’s response.
The Fallout I’m Most Looking Forward To Isn’t A Remaster Or A Sequel
As Xbox tries to quell critics by replaying the hits, it’s a fan-made game that has me optimistic for the wasteland
Watch: Torrential rain hits New York and New Jersey triggering flash floods
Water cascaded into subway stations and flooded streets, with people seen wading through water.
Can Ukraine’s worst week in years become the best?
JULY 19, 2026 – I have had many requests to discuss the removal of Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. However, I wanted to hold off until this update to see how issues were developing. This is still a fast-moving and chaotic story, and the fallout will only be known
Shared fandom as undervalued social 'medicine' for division, isolation
The state of the American social fabric—enormous, diverse and rent by stark partisan divides—is daunting enough that it can be hard to think about, let alone try to mend. At the Harvard Kennedy School, two social scientists are advancing the proposition that sports fandom, a
State Department issues warning to Americans living and traveling abroad
On Saturday, the State Department issued a warning to Americans living and traveling abroad, urging them to remain cautious in the face of increased threats on U.S. diplomatic facilities. “Due to heightened tensions in the Middle East, the security environment remains complex
Ben Shapiro Calls ‘The Odyssey’ a ‘Masterpiece’ Despite Conservative Outrage: Christopher Nolan Is the ‘Best Working Director Today’
Ben Shapiro posted an 18-minute review of Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” to his YouTube channel on Saturday, in which he called the Greek epic a “masterpiece” despite the conservative outrage about the film’s cast and historical accuracy. “Nolan is unparalleled. He’s the
Epstein survivor on Blanche meeting: 'We were gaslit'
A survivor of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Saturday said she was "gaslit" during her meeting last week with acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. Jess Michaels told MS NOW's Alex Witt about this recent meeting, along with other survivors, with Blanche. She said
As Iranian missiles edge closer to Israel, Netanyahu may not have to wait much longer for Trump's green light
The U.S. president prefers the negotiating table, but the hard-line leaders in Tehran aren't keen to compromise and Netanyahu needs to atone for the stalemate earlier this year. Meanwhile, the flames in the West Bank are approaching explosion level
Diplomats fear Iran-U.S. tensions nearing boiling point, could spark wider war
While last week's assessment was that neither Iran nor the United States wanted escalation, diplomats are now concerned that strikes from both countries could trigger a wider war involving Israel. 'Tomorrow is the World Cup final; the day after tomorrow is the Middle East
Dragonfly aerial fights follow some simple rules
Dragonflies are renowned for their remarkable flying abilities. Male dragonflies often compete for territory and mating opportunities, engaging in fascinating in-flight battles. Researchers at Imperial College London and Taipei Zoo recently carried out a study investigating the
This week on the Hill: House eyes week jam-packed with major bills
House lawmakers face a packed legislative agenda this week before departing for the monthlong August recess, with GOP leaders aiming to advance a stopgap funding bill, kick off work on a third reconciliation package, hold a long-awaited vote on a congressional stock trading ban
High-profile Trump nominees pose test for outgoing Republicans
Several high-profile Trump administration nominees face committee votes in the coming weeks that will show whether outgoing GOP senators are willing to buck the administration — or at least exert some leverage. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) director nominee
The Road Trip Haunted By Pokémon Go And The Hit Game That Made A Summer Stranger
Ten years ago Niantic unleashed the most popular augmented reality game of all time, and I happened to be driving along the coast to see the transformation in real time
Warner rails against Trump’s primetime speech: ‘This guy is not looking for a secure election’
Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.) on Sunday said President Trump's primetime speech shows that he’s not serious about securing elections, pointing to the recent firings of the remaining Democratic members at an independent election administration agency earlier this month. “There was
Justin Bieber, Shakira, Madonna, BTS Deliver Electric Halftime Set at World Cup Final
Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium was preceded by Post Malone performance
Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber and Shakira Join Forces for Blink-and-You’ll-Miss-‘Em Moments in a Cluster-FIFA of a Halftime Show
The FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show provided an answer to the burning question of how you fit Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber, Shakira, Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, Chris Martin and the Muppets into a single 11-minute segment: as fleetingly as possible. Although there were
