Scotland's World Cup Attack in Numbers: A Blunt and Worrying Picture
A statistical analysis by BBC Scotland reveals that Steve Clarke's Scotland side have a blunt and inefficient attack at the World Cup. The numbers point to deeper structural issues beyond just poor finishing, with the team struggling to consistently create and convert goalscoring opportunities. The findings raise questions about Scotland's tactical approach going forward in the tournament.
New York streetwear label Noah has dropped a new collection inspired by Australian rock band INXS, continuing its series of collaborations with classic rock icons. The pieces reference some of the band's most beloved songs. Previous Noah collabs have included Thin Lizzy, The Cure, and Roxy Music.
Innpro ROW Rybnik defeated H.Skrzydlewska Orzeł Łódź 56:34 in a Polish speedway league match. Rybnik dominated throughout the contest, claiming a convincing home victory. The result underlines the strong form of the Rybnik side this season.
Venezuela's armed forces were widely criticised for arriving late to the earthquake disaster response, with soldiers focusing on traffic control even as victims remained buried under rubble. As international aid began to arrive, many Venezuelans publicly questioned where their military had been. The response has raised serious concerns about the country's emergency coordination capabilities.
Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan died this week at the age of 100. Columbia Business School professor Abby Joseph Cohen joined Bloomberg Money to discuss Greenspan's legacy with hosts Lisa Mateo and Tom Keene. Greenspan led the Fed from 1987 to 2006 and is considered one of the most influential figures in global financial history.
The European Space Agency's Euclid telescope, designed to study dark matter and dark energy, spent one day last year imaging the densely packed star-filled centre of the Milky Way. The result is the most detailed image of our galaxy's heart ever taken in visible light. Astronomers say the image will aid the search for exoplanets in that region of the galaxy.
Anthropic has been tightening geolocation restrictions to block users in China from accessing its Claude AI, but Chinese users continue to find workarounds. Methods include proxy services and fake identities purchased through Telegram channels. The cat-and-mouse game continues as Anthropic updates its defenses and users adapt.
Deputy Health Minister Katarzyna Kacperczyk announced on Friday that stab- and spike-resistant vests have been purchased for Polish paramedics. Emergency medical services stations are now drawing up delivery schedules for the equipment. Kacperczyk stated the vests should be present in all ambulances within the coming weeks.
Merrell has launched a new shoe model that blends a sneaker with a sandal, offering breathability while keeping feet protected from sand and debris. The design responds to a growing trend of hybrid footwear combining different styles. It targets wearers who want summer comfort without the drawbacks of classic open sandals.
Hana Sharif has stepped down as artistic director of Arena Stage in Washington D.C. on the opening night of the theater's new TLC musical. In a resignation email, Sharif made clear she was leaving under pressure rather than voluntarily. The timing, coinciding with a major premiere, has drawn significant attention.
Ousmane Dembélé scored three goals against Norway before half-time, etching his name into World Cup history. France won 4:1 to top Group I at the 2026 World Cup with a perfect nine points. Pundits praised the French attack but noted Norway fielded a heavily rotated squad.
An art installation called "Global Convenience," a near-perfect replica of a corner convenience store, has appeared floating in Toronto's waters to celebrate the city's role as a 2026 World Cup host. The structure has drawn crowds of curious onlookers since its debut. Last week, one person got stranded on the floating shop after swimming out to it.
Tech stocks endured one of their worst weeks of the year as Wall Street investors began seriously questioning what returns AI spending is actually delivering. The euphoria that had driven the sector's rally gave way to scepticism about the pace and productivity of AI investment. Major tech companies saw significant drops in their valuations as the AI momentum faltered.
Russia submitted 1,213 app removal requests to Apple in 2025, more than any other country, according to Apple's App Store Transparency Report. Most targeted apps are VPNs that help users bypass state internet censorship; Vietnam was a distant second with 335 requests. Meanwhile, Russia shields its own apps — including the VKontakte social network and the state-mandated Max messenger, described by exile media as spyware — from any removal.
According to Apple's 2025 App Store Transparency Report, Russia is the runaway world leader in one category: Demanding that Apple remove apps from its App Store. In 2025, Russia asked that Apple remove 1,213 apps—many of these VPN apps designed to thwart the country's draconian Internet censorship. (Vietnam was number two, requesting that 335 apps be blocked.) Russia is essentially trying to build a closed, spy-friendly, domestic version of the Internet. While the Russian government loves demanding app bans from Apple, it only wants bad, degenerate apps banned. It does not want good, strong Russian apps banned, such as VKontakte (a Russian version of Facebook) or the Max messaging app (state-mandated communications software so creepy that one exile publication described it with the insanely long headline, "You already know Russia’s Max messenger spies on users. You probably don’t know just how many surveillance tools it hides, including even a neural network for eavesdropping.")Read full article Comments
Lake Mead, the largest reservoir in the United States, has hit its lowest ever summer water level on record. Tens of millions of Americans depend on the lake for drinking water, irrigation and electricity generated by the Hoover Dam. The record low is driven by prolonged drought and increasing water demand across the American Southwest.
Gynecologist Dr. Jacek Tulimowski warns that going without underwear on hot days, while tempting for comfort, can increase the risk of intimate infections and irritation. He advises women on safe summer hygiene practices. The comments were made in an interview with kobieta.gazeta.pl.
British tennis fans' hopes of a historic all-British final at the ATP 250 event in Eastbourne were dashed after both home players were eliminated in the semi-finals. Jack Draper and Toby Samuel both lost their respective matches and will not contest the final. The tournament final will be played without a British representative.
The claim that the United States is "one nation under God" has resurfaced repeatedly throughout American history, and historians note it has rarely represented a moment of triumph. Efforts to define the US as an officially Christian nation date back centuries and tend to resurge during periods of religious revival. The current moment is part of a long pattern, not a new phenomenon.
The Tampa Sports Authority declined to cancel Kanye West's two-night stand at Raymond James Stadium, citing free speech principles in response to a petition from Senator Rick Scott. Protests are planned outside the venue. The authority's decision means the shows will go ahead as scheduled despite public pressure from a prominent political figure.
Barry Ritholtz interviewed Carl Richards, author of "Your Money: Reimagining Wealth in Simple Sketches," on the Bloomberg podcast. Richards described his unlikely path into finance and building his own advisory firm. A single hand-drawn sketch explaining wealth management concepts landed him a column in the New York Times.
Rumours about Apple's iPhone 18 lineup point to the introduction of a foldable model, a variable-aperture camera and improved battery life. Apple is also expected to raise prices across the new range. These are the headline changes anticipated for the next generation of Apple's flagship smartphones.
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