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From 1 June to 1 October, Turkey is opening 20 museums and archaeological sites in the evenings, including Mount Nemrut, Ephesus, Zeugma and the Galata Tower. The sites are accessible from 7 p.m. until late evening. Last year's similar initiative attracted over one million visitors, prompting the government to repeat it.
Russia's prolonged war in Ukraine is increasingly straining its economy, with market analysts identifying two clear warning signals: growing risks to private capital and threats to key industrial infrastructure. The Russian Communist Party has now proposed forcibly accessing citizens' private savings to plug widening budget gaps. The move underscores deepening economic pressure on Moscow as the war drags on.
Caribbean and Central American national teams are drawing attention at this year's World Cup with their distinctive playing style and remarkable personal stories. Many players grew up playing barefoot on the streets, dreaming of football as their ticket to a better life. The tournament could permanently shift how the world perceives football from these regions.
Vans is launching a new version of its iconic Authentic sneaker that breaks sharply from the model's traditionally minimalist design. The new shoes feature a festival-inspired DIY aesthetic with fringe and patchwork details reminiscent of the Woodstock era. It marks the boldest departure from the classic skate-style look in the model's history.
Apollo Global Management is capping investor withdrawals from its main retail-focused private credit fund after exit requests reached 17% of the fund's assets. The move has reignited concerns about liquidity risks in the private credit market. It signals that the rapid expansion of private credit products among retail investors carries significant systemic risk.
Salma Hayek was spotted walking the streets of London in a satin, slightly shimmering leopard-print dress. The animal print is a recurring trend in fashion that consistently sparks debate. Her outfit reignited the question of whether leopard print can work as an elegant, dressy choice.
A tornado struck the Russian city of Kushva in Sverdlovsk Oblast, injuring at least 15 people and damaging close to 100 residential buildings. Local authorities declared a state of emergency in response to the destruction. Repair crews are currently working to restore damaged infrastructure across the city.
After Argentina's match against Austria at the World Cup, a well-known coach personally approached Lionel Messi to congratulate him, with the moment captured by press photographers. Messi has been one of the standout stars of the tournament so far, scoring regularly and leading the defending champions to victories. The gesture was not broadcast during the televised coverage of the match.
France defeated Iraq 3-0 to secure their place in the World Cup Round of 32 with two wins from two matches. The game in Philadelphia was suspended for nearly two hours between the first and second halves due to a severe storm passing over the city. Les Bleus were barely troubled by Iraq and comfortably wrapped up their group stage campaign.
Los Angeles, hosting World Cup matches at SoFi Stadium, is a city of stark contrasts — the arena sits just a few hundred metres from the modest homes of poor residents and a city with around 43,000 homeless people. A local Latina resident expressed frustration that the tournament benefits the wealthy rather than ordinary people, and blamed Donald Trump for not caring about citizens. FIFA and the event's boosters face criticism for overlooking the city's severe housing and homelessness crisis.
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Iran has reached out to Indian refiners to sell oil after the United States temporarily lifted sanctions on Tehran, clearing the way for legal purchases. Indian companies can now buy Iranian crude under the US-granted waiver. In a separate India story, the founder of an Indian startup is set to take over as head of Meta's WhatsApp.
The 25th "Dwa Teatry" Festival in Sopot concluded the 2025/26 TV Theatre season. The jury's Grand Prix went to "Ruda," directed by Wawrzyniec Kostrzewski and written by Małgorzata Sikorska-Miszczuk. Critics note that the TV Theatre has lost much of its former distinction by chasing mainstream trends.
Donald Trump accused "vandals" of damaging a famous Washington DC pond and vowed to have it repaired. The water feature had recently undergone an expensive renovation but continues to face problems. Authorities made arrests in connection with the damage, including a former Olympic athlete.
Mariusz, father of a 6-year-old, says the best fans are parents. Whether it's a competition or a simple bike ride, spending active time together brings great satisfaction to both parent and child. Shared sporting activities are seen as a powerful way to strengthen family bonds.
A photo quiz challenges readers to identify the coaches who led their national teams to FIFA World Cup titles. It follows earlier quizzes featuring current and legendary players from past tournaments. Participants must recognize the coaches based on photographs alone.
Oleksandr Usyk defeated kickboxer Rico Verhoeven by stoppage in the 11th round, but the fight proved far more difficult than anticipated. The champion's underwhelming performance has emboldened his boxing rivals. Reports from Ukraine suggest Usyk has decided on his next bout, with Germany emerging as the likely venue.
At the Annecy animation festival, Warner Bros. announced an animated "ThunderCats" feature film — confusing many, as the same project was first announced in 2021 with director Adam Wingard attached. Wingard stated as recently as 2024 that ThunderCats was his priority, yet he moved on to another project instead. ThunderCats is a beloved 1980s animated series about humanoid cats who crash-land on Third Earth and battle the evil sorcerer Mumm-Ra.
Oil prices steadied after dropping more than 3% in previous sessions as early progress emerged in US-Iran peace talks. A US waiver allowing limited Iranian oil sales gives Tehran a vital economic lifeline. Analyst Rachel Ziemba of Ziemba Insights told Bloomberg that Iran is simultaneously seeking to profit from Hormuz access and use it as geopolitical leverage.
Investors who rushed to buy SpaceX shares on secondary markets suffered heavy losses after the company's valuation dropped significantly. Even Elon Musk took a notable hit to his net worth tied to SpaceX. The episode highlights the risks of buying into private tech companies through secondary markets, where prices can be inflated far beyond fundamentals.
Polish and Ukrainian media outlets published a joint statement in Tuesday's edition of "Gazeta Wyborcza," calling for solidarity between both nations. The signatories acknowledge painful chapters in Polish-Ukrainian history that politicians exploit for their own ends. Nevertheless, they appeal for unity, stating that stopping Putin's Russia is their shared task today.
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