England through to World Cup last 32 — possible opponents for knockout stage revealed
England secured their place in the World Cup round of 32 thanks to other results, even before their final group game against Panama on Saturday. BBC Sport looks at the possible opponents England could face in the knockout stage. The qualification was confirmed independently of the Panama result, giving England certainty heading into the final group fixture.
Instagram is testing new tools that would give users more control over how the platform's algorithm curates their content. The features are being developed under the "Your Algorithm" section, though specific options have not yet been detailed publicly.
Michel Kuka Mboladinga, the most famous fan of the Democratic Republic of Congo's national football team, has been denied a US visa and will be unable to attend the crucial World Cup match against Uzbekistan in Atlanta. The "Leopards" will have to fight for advancement without his iconic presence in the stands.
The parents of 7-year-old Casper O'Brien have been charged with murder following the boy's death. He weighed 250 pounds (113 kg) at the time of his death and lived in a crammed home. Paramedics were called after a report that Casper was struggling to breathe.
NPR reporter Emmet Livingstone describes what it is like to cover an Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo, detailing the extra precautions journalists must take in the field. The piece offers a behind-the-scenes look at the reporting process rather than new epidemiological data on the outbreak.
Colombian animation director María Cristina Pérez competed at the Annecy Animation Festival's Perspectives sidebar with her experimental short "Once in a Body" ("Una vez en un Cuerpo"). It is her fourth short film, dedicated to her sister, with human connection as its central theme. Pérez is regarded as a rising talent in Colombia's growing animation scene.
Germany, Denmark and the Czech Republic have recorded new all-time high temperatures during an ongoing heatwave sweeping northern and central Europe. The readings represent the highest temperatures ever measured in those countries. The extreme heat is affecting wide areas of the continent.
Several widely shared quotes attributed to Frida Kahlo — including "You deserve a lover who wants you disheveled" and "I used to think I was the strangest person in the world" — have no verified connection to the Mexican painter. The piece debunks four of the most popular misattributions. False quote attribution is a widespread problem online, particularly for iconic cultural figures.
Kevin Warsh and three other veterans of the 2008 global financial crisis will share a stage this week, marking Warsh's debut on the international scene. The gathering comes amid ongoing concerns among central bankers about the risk of renewed financial turmoil. The source does not specify the venue or the precise agenda of the event.
Teenage Engineering has released OS 2.5 for its $329 EP-133 KO II sampler, one of the biggest updates yet for the device. New features include audio over USB, selectable sample rates for lo-fi effects, sample reverse, an arpeggiator, equal-length autochopping, and an extended maximum sample length beyond the previous 20-second limit.
Polish UFC fighter Michał "Husarz" Oleksiejczuk lost his bout at the UFC event in Baku. After the fight, the Polish athlete addressed his fans, thanking them for their support. The source does not specify who defeated him or details of the fight.
Videos have emerged showing Israeli settlers attempting to seize a house under construction in the occupied West Bank. The incident is the latest example of tensions surrounding Israeli settlement activity in Palestinian territories.
High temperatures force the body to work hard to cool itself — blood vessels dilate, heart rate increases, and sweating causes loss of water and electrolytes. People over 60 and those with hypertension, coronary disease, heart failure or arrhythmia face the greatest risk. Doctors advise staying hydrated, avoiding physical exertion during peak heat hours and monitoring blood pressure regularly.
Supergirl director Craig Gillespie revealed that DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn helped select the song used in the film's viral slow-motion fight scene. In the sequence, Kara Zor-El (Milly Alcock) defends her companion Ruthye (Eve Ridley) from the Brigands and their leader Krem (Matthias Schoenaerts). Gillespie discussed the music selection process in a Rolling Stone interview published on June 26, 2026.
Director Craig Gillespie says he credits DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn for helping choose the song used in the slow-motion Supergirl fight scene that has caused a stir on social media.Warning! Spoilers for Supergirl follow.The filmmaker spearheading the latest live-action DCU installment spoke about the process of choosing tunes for the movie during a conversation published by Rolling Stone yesterday, June 26, 2026. One topic of discussion involved a late-story moment where Kara Zor-El (Milly Alcock) defends her companion, Ruthye (Eve Ridley), from an onslaught of Brigands and their leader, Krem (Matthias Schoenaerts).This specific moment, featured in some trailers, sees Supergirl using all of her Kryptonian power as audiences are treated to a slow-motion scene that serves as the film's final major action sequence. What pre-release footage didn't reveal is that the moment is also backed by a cover of Jimmy Eat World's The Middle performed by Kelty Greye and KidMotel.Gillespie and screenwriter Ana Nogueira recall that choosing the song was far from a simple process. Ultimately, after looking at about 45 songs to fit the scene, the director says it was Gunn who he credits for helping with the final call. Oh, God. It went ’round and ’round, didn’t it? Nogueira said. There were a lot of options. That was probably the biggest discussion, Gillespie chimed in. And it was down to the very last week, and I gotta give James credit for that one. It would make sense that the DC executive and Superman director would have a hand in such a pivotal point in Supergirl. Unfortunately, it's not a call that seems to have played out well for the film, at least online.Fans aren't sure what to make of the second DCU movie as it swoops through its first weekend in theaters, but this song choice, specifically, has left many scratching their heads. Many have taken to social media to dicuss its implementation, making it one of the prevailing talking points currently surrounding the project. Even a few who enjoyed the film – including some who like The Middle cover on its own – aren't sure what to make of it. I largely thought the movie was fine to pretty good most of the time but I just…. WHY did they use that version of the song? one fan commented. Why didn’t they just do the normal one? Made with love, but I had to do it. pic.twitter.com/QCQfCdIfv2 HiTop Alex (@HiTopFilms) June 26, 2026 If you are considering 45 songs for a needle drop don't do a needle drop, another said. A good theme for her would have been better than any needle drop. The one thing I noticed about Supergirl reviews was the comment about a final song not fitting, another fan argued. I’m sorry but that song was absolutely perfect. Kara’s gonna be alright.Supergirl premiered June 26, 2026. While we wait to see how fans are taking Alcock's take on Kara, you can read IGN's 6/10 review. You can also read about how one of our writers feels about the film's final act.Michael Cripe is a freelance writer with IGN. He's best known for his work at sites like The Pitch, The Escapist, and OnlySP. Be sure to give him a follow on Bluesky (@mikecripe.bsky.social) and Twitter (@MikeCripe).
Major tech companies are issuing equity at a pace not seen since the dot-com boom, alarming some investors and bondholders. The surge is tied to massive AI-related spending, with firms taking on significant debt to fund infrastructure and development. Analysts warn the trend echoes patterns seen before previous market downturns.
Researchers have discovered that aging triggers the emergence of specialized stem cells that dramatically boost the body's capacity to generate new belly fat. The finding identifies a biological driver behind middle-age weight gain that was not previously understood. Scientists believe the discovery could serve as a promising target for future anti-obesity treatments.
Healthcare jobs top the salary rankings in the vast majority of US states, according to a nationwide mapping of the highest-paid occupations. The data covers all 50 states and highlights regional wage differences. The medical sector consistently outranks law, finance, and technology in terms of peak earnings.
Argentina lost 2-3 to Turkey on Saturday evening in the Nations League, a setback just before their final group match against Poland in Gliwice on Sunday at 20:00. The result complicates Argentina's situation heading into the decisive clash with Poland.
Rescue operations in La Guaira, Venezuela have entered a critical stage as crews continue to search for survivors. Teams remain hopeful of finding people alive. NPR's Eyder Peralta is reporting from the scene as the search intensifies.
A Facebook user shared an account of online shopping fraud: they ordered an AMD processor but received an Intel chip instead. The circumstances strongly suggest the swap was deliberate rather than an accidental error. The case highlights growing risks of product substitution fraud when buying computer hardware online.
Prime Video has released the first teaser for "The Love Hypothesis," starring Lili Reinhart and Tom Bateman, adapted from Ali Hazelwood's bestselling novel. The STEM-inspired romantic comedy follows a brilliant Ph.D. candidate who enters a fake relationship with her intimidating professor. No specific release date was given in the announcement.
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