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Lionel Messi continues to break records for Argentina, the reigning World Cup champions, a full decade after he announced his retirement from international football. The 37-year-old forward shows no signs of slowing down at international level, cementing yet another landmark in his storied career.
New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith is under police investigation after a woman accused him of battery. The incident prompted law enforcement to open a formal inquiry. No further details about the circumstances of the alleged incident have been disclosed.
Mark Stern, former head of original content at Syfy, and Lloyd Braun, former chairman of ABC and WME, have launched an AI-driven animation studio called Intelligent Animation. The idea emerged three years ago when Stern was looking for ways to visually enhance podcasts from his studio Echoverse. The venture aims to merge artificial intelligence technology with animated content production.
The New York Asian Film Festival will screen the North American premiere of Na Hong-Jin's "Hope" as its 25th-edition centerpiece on July 20 at the SVA Theatre in New York. The director will appear in person for an introduction at the screening. Neon will distribute the film across North America starting September 9. Na Hong-Jin will also receive the festival's Action Cinema Award.
Anthropic has launched Claude Tag, a feature that brings its AI assistant Claude into Slack as an always-on teammate. Beyond boosting day-to-day productivity, the tool is designed to capture organizational context, institutional knowledge, and enterprise workflows over time. Analysts see it as a strategic move by Anthropic to deepen its foothold in the corporate AI tools market.
Legendary Entertainment is developing a live-action film adaptation of the beloved children's series "Magic School Bus," with Elizabeth Banks set to star as Ms. Frizzle. Rob Letterman, who directed "Detective Pikachu," will helm the project. The film combines a well-known childhood property with a director experienced in live-action/family hybrids.
Creator management company Fixated is expanding by hiring Skyler Spooner and Britt Rivera as vice presidents of talent, both recruited from major agencies CAA and Evolved. The move signals Fixated's ambition to grow beyond talent management into content production, distribution, and monetization. The company positions itself as creator-forward in an increasingly competitive market for digital talent representation.
The writers of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" have taken out their own "For Your Consideration" Emmy ad, publicly claiming that CBS is not running a campaign on their behalf. CBS has in fact run FYC ads for the show itself, but apparently not specifically targeting the writing staff for Emmy consideration. The move is an unusual public signal of a rift between a show's creative team and its network over awards support.
Lizzo's new album "Bitch," her first release in four years, sold only 2,650 copies in its debut week and failed to appear on any charts. Music industry executives are questioning whether the poor performance stems from fans feeling a sense of betrayal by the artist, or from insufficient label support. The result marks a dramatic fall from the commercial heights Lizzo reached with her previous work.
England face Ghana in Boston on Tuesday, June 23 at 9pm BST in Group L of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match is free to watch on BBC (UK), SBS (Australia) and CazéTV's YouTube channel (Brazil). England come into the game on the back of a 4-2 win over Croatia, with goals from Harry Kane (x2), Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford, though defensive lapses remain a concern.
Disney CEO Bob Iger revealed in a Financial Times interview that Disney held talks with Apple about a potential deal, but Apple "didn't show that much interest." Iger also discussed Disney's failed attempt to acquire Twitter, ambitions to secure the James Bond franchise, and his complicated relationship with predecessor Bob Chapek.
The 2026 NBA Draft is a two-night event held at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. The Washington Wizards hold the No. 1 overall pick after the New York Knicks claimed the NBA championship. The draft can be streamed online via Sling TV, offering a cable-free viewing option.
The PGA Tour has announced a major structural overhaul set to take effect from 2028, with promotion and relegation becoming a central feature of the revamped competition. Similar to European football leagues, players' results will determine whether they remain in or are dropped from the top tier. The change is aimed at raising the competitive stakes across all tournaments.
A reboot of the cult horror franchise Blair Witch is scheduled to open in cinemas in the fall of 2027. The filmmakers face the challenge of appealing to the TikTok generation, an audience accustomed to short-form video content rather than slow-burn found-footage horror. The original Blair Witch Project from 1999 was a landmark in the genre.
Argentina beat Austria 2-0, with Leo Messi scoring a brace that broke Miroslav Klose's record. The remarkable performance was however overshadowed by Julian Alvarez submitting a transfer request to leave Atlético Madrid. Both stories have dominated World Cup discussions over the past 24 hours, with Barcelona mentioned as a potential destination for Alvarez.
Former Arsenal and Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey has been appointed as head coach of Oxford United. This marks his first senior managerial role following the end of his playing career. Oxford United currently compete in the English Championship, the second tier of English football.
Kaleidescape has launched the Strato K, the world's first 8K-certified movie player, priced at $4,995 (about £3,777). It is certified by the 8K Association and introduces a new "Cinematic 4K" format promising higher fidelity than standard 4K Blu-rays. CEO Tayloe Stansbury calls it "the world's highest-fidelity movie player." However, the lack of widely available 8K content means buying it now is like owning a fax machine with no one to call.
The U.S. Department of Justice has dropped criminal prosecutions related to diesel emissions bypass kits, which illegally disable pollution controls on trucks and other vehicles. The move aligns with the Trump administration's broader rollback of clean-air regulations. Regulators had estimated the pollution from these kits was equivalent to the emissions of 9 million trucks. Environmental and public health advocates have sharply criticised the decision.
The Portland Trail Blazers are hiring Micah Nori as their new head coach, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Nori spent the past five seasons as an assistant coach with the Minnesota Timberwolves. This marks his first head coaching role in the NBA.
Cannes Lions 2025 has taken on a distinctly Hollywood feel, with online creators and influencers now at the centre of the festival traditionally dominated by brand marketers. Attendees say the scale of creator presence is unprecedented, with one noting "I've never seen anything like it." The shift reflects the surging clout of the creator economy within entertainment and advertising. The festival signals that influencer-driven content is no longer a side act but a main stage force.
Portugal drew with the Democratic Republic of Congo in their opening World Cup group stage match, with 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo putting in a notably poor performance for the full 90 minutes. Coach Roberto Martinez faced criticism for keeping Ronaldo on the pitch throughout, but publicly defended his captain with a formal statement of support. Martinez declared full confidence in Ronaldo ahead of the team's remaining group games. The incident has reignited debate about whether the veteran forward still merits his starting role.
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