A coalition of 12 US states has filed a lawsuit to stop Paramount’s proposed $110 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, arguing the deal would reduce competition across the entertainment industry. The states claim the combined company would have too much control over movie distribution, cinema releases and cable television, potentially leading to higher ticket […]
Cristo Fernández, best known for playing the ever-optimistic Dani Rojas in Ted Lasso, has achieved a lifelong dream by making his professional football debut for USL Championship side El Paso Locomotive FC. The 35-year-old came on as a substitute in the 79th minute during his team’s 2-0 defeat to New Mexico United and even picked […]
Zendaya turned heads at the Paris premiere of The Odyssey in a custom Louis Vuitton gown that took more than 800 hours to create. The intricate white design featured a dramatic torso cut-out, thigh-high slit, flowing train and an ornate cropped bolero with signature ruffled lace detailing, showcasing the fashion house’s craftsmanship. The actress completed […]
Argentina’s dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt has been overshadowed by growing controversy over a series of VAR decisions, with questions being raised about the legitimacy of the result. Egypt looked set to pull off one of the biggest upsets of the tournament before a late Argentina fightback, but several contentious refereeing calls have sparked […]
There will be no home glory for any of the three 2026 FIFA World Cup host nations after Mexico, the USA and Canada were all knocked out in the Round of 16. England edged Mexico 3-2, Belgium cruised past the USA 4-1, while Morocco stunned Canada with a 3-0 victory, ending the hopes of all […]
Brazilian superstar Neymar has announced his retirement from international football following Brazil’s shock 2-1 defeat to Norway in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16. The 34-year-old, who came off the bench to score a late penalty in what proved to be his final appearance for the Seleção, was left in tears after the final […]
Looking to freshen up your playlist? This week’s biggest releases bring together pop, dance and hip-hop, with new music from Gracie Abrams, Peggy Gou, David Guetta, French Montana and rising star Sombr. Gracie Abrams returns with Look at My Life, the latest single from her upcoming album. The heartfelt track gives fans another taste of […]
DR Congo’s famous supporter Michel Kuka Mboladinga, better known as “Lumumba Vea”, has finally joined the team at the World Cup after missing their opening match against Portugal due to travel restrictions linked to an Ebola outbreak in his home country. Mboladinga became a sensation during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations for his unique […]
Cristiano Ronaldo endured a frustrating start to the 2026 World Cup as Portugal were held to a surprising 1-1 draw by DR Congo. Portugal took an early lead through João Neves, but they were unable to build on it despite dominating possession and territory for much of the match. DR Congo responded just before half-time […]
Lionel Messi added another chapter to his remarkable career by scoring the first World Cup hat-trick of his career as Argentina opened their 2026 campaign with a 3-0 victory over Algeria. Just days before his 39th birthday, the captain’s three goals saw him draw level with Miroslav Klose as the joint-highest scorer in World Cup […]