Brazil were eliminated from the World Cup after losing 1:2 to Norway in the round of 16. Brazilian media have been scathing in their assessment, stressing that the players made too many errors. It is a painful exit for one of the tournament's pre-tournament favourites.
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Polish gaming personality pashaBiceps promised a 15-year-old player a computer after a Counter-Strike match, then showed up at the teenager's door the next day to deliver it. The gesture went viral online, celebrated as an example of genuine kindness behind a well-known gaming name. The story resonated widely as a rare positive viral moment.
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Thai officials have discovered two gold rings estimated to be around 2,000 years old during an archaeological dig. The find sheds new light on ancient cultures that inhabited the region. No further details about the specific excavation site were provided.
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DuckDuckGo's AI-generated search summaries displayed false information claiming that US President Donald Trump had died. The incident is another example of AI overview tools producing dangerous misinformation. It has reignited debate about the reliability of AI-powered features in search engines.
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Norway head coach Stale Solbakken publicly criticised FIFA for lifting the suspension of US player Folarin Balogun ahead of a round-of-16 match, allowing him to play. "It is a huge mistake and not good for football," Solbakken said. The decision has sparked widespread controversy among coaches and fans at the tournament.
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Gastroenterologist Dr Saurabh Sethi, popular on social media, posted an Instagram warning about the most common coffee-drinking mistakes: consuming it on an empty stomach and adding sugar. He says both habits damage digestive health. He also advises how people with acid reflux can drink coffee without harmful side effects.
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The United States marks 250 years since the Declaration of Independence amid deep political contradictions. Analysts argue that tensions in Trump's America are testing the resilience of democratic institutions like never before. The contradictions embedded in the US system since its founding have rarely been so sharply exposed.
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Norway pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the World Cup by eliminating Brazil in the round of 16. Erling Haaland scored twice and goalkeeper Orjan Nyland was outstanding, with both players hailed as national heroes by Norwegian media. Coach Stale Solbakken's squad has written itself into football history, according to unanimous local coverage.
Joint Chinese-Russian naval exercises have begun in the Yellow Sea. Russia's contingent includes the missile cruiser Varyag, the corvette Rezkiy, the submarine Ufa and the rescue vessel Igor Belyusov. The drills are set to last one week, with Russian commander Rear Admiral Sergei Sinko stating all crews are ready and eager to execute their tasks.
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Goldman Sachs has revised its 12-month forecast for the Japanese yen from 155 to 165 per US dollar. Kamakshya Trivedi, the bank's head of global FX and interest rates, told Bloomberg Television that the yen's undervaluation is "truly historic". The revision signals Goldman's expectation of continued weakness in the Japanese currency.
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June 1, 2025 marked what would have been Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday. To commemorate the occasion, the Cinémathèque Française in Paris organised an exhibition dedicated to the star, featuring nude photographs from her iconic "Golden Dreams" session. The display honours one of the 20th century's most recognisable pop culture icons.
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Polish influencer Lil Masti has relocated with her family to Dubai and is sharing details of her new life on social media. She revealed that the family's nanny also made the move, describing her as beloved by the children. The move is part of a growing trend of Polish content creators settling in Dubai.
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Ryanair has cancelled seven routes from a Polish airport — including popular flights to Albania and an Italian destination — in the middle of the summer holiday season. The cuts have surprised passengers planning their travels. The airline has not provided an official explanation for the cancellations.
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Cutting broccoli roughly an hour before cooking boosts the vegetable's sulforaphane content — a compound linked to anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties. Exposing the damaged cells to air triggers an enzymatic reaction that produces the beneficial compound before heat destroys the relevant enzyme during cooking.
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Sovereign wealth funds are entering the digital assets space primarily through regulated vehicles such as spot bitcoin ETFs, publicly listed companies with crypto exposure, blockchain infrastructure firms and venture capital funds. Direct ownership of bitcoin or other tokens remains rare, constrained by governance rules, custody requirements and political accountability. Only a handful of funds worldwide hold digital assets directly.
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China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has removed several car brands from official registers, sparking industry panic and reports of a production ban on eight brands. In reality, removal from the register does not automatically mean a ban on manufacturing vehicles — the situation is more nuanced. The move is an administrative procedure, not a sudden shutdown of manufacturers.
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England beat Mexico 3-2 in a World Cup round-of-16 match, ending El Tri's tournament run. Fans in Mexico City experienced waves of joy and heartbreak as the match unfolded, with the final result triggering widespread grief across the country. Mexico had generated huge national enthusiasm during the group stage before this elimination.
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Pope Leo XIV began his summer holiday on 5 July at Castel Gandolfo near Rome, staying at the Apostolic Palace, as confirmed by the Prefecture of the Papal Household. The town is a popular tourist destination, but the papal residence will remain closed to visitors throughout July. Castel Gandolfo has long served as the traditional summer retreat for popes.
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Australia and Fiji have signed a mutual defence treaty aimed at countering China's growing influence in the Pacific. The signing coincided with Chinese state media reporting that a submarine had test-launched a long-range ballistic missile in the South Pacific — a move Australia criticised. The pact reflects deepening security concerns in the region.
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Millet porridge is a gluten-free breakfast alternative to oatmeal that keeps you feeling full for longer. It is rich in iron, magnesium and B vitamins, and its energy content surpasses that of oats. It can be prepared simply by cooking in milk or water and served with favourite toppings.
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Fears of an oil glut are growing as supply recovery outpaces demand growth on global energy markets. The Bloomberg programme "Insight with Haslinda Amin" (June 7, 2026) examined the situation and its consequences for crude oil prices. The supply-demand imbalance could drive further price declines on global markets.
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Mubi has expanded its theatrical distribution partnership with Madman Entertainment, tapping the independent Australian and New Zealand distributor to release five films in cinemas across the region. Jane Schoenbrun's "Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma" will open first, on August 6 in Australia and August 20 in New Zealand. The slate also includes several Cannes and Berlinale prize winners.
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