USA exit World Cup 1-4 to Belgium — media slam "wasted opportunity" and political backdrop

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USA exit World Cup 1-4 to Belgium — media slam "wasted opportunity" and political backdrop

The United States were eliminated from the 2026 World Cup on 6 July after a crushing 4-1 defeat to Belgium. American media reacted harshly, labelling the exit a "wasted opportunity" for the co-hosting nation. Coverage was also coloured by an uncomfortable political backdrop linked to Donald Trump, which U.S. outlets wove into their match reporting.

Were the USA ready to compete at the World Cup as a host nation team?

Interia Sport · 2h ago · Source ↗

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Xbox Game Pass has 34M subscribers — far short of Microsoft's targets

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Xbox Game Pass has 34M subscribers — far short of Microsoft's targets

Court documents reveal that Xbox Game Pass has reached around 34 million subscribers, falling well short of Microsoft's ambitious internal targets. The company appears to have badly miscalculated its strategy of making the subscription model the primary growth engine for its gaming division.

Does the Xbox Game Pass subscription model have a future?

GRYOnline · 1min ago · Source ↗

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British pound hits 13-month high, euro holds steady

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British pound hits 13-month high, euro holds steady

The British pound climbed to its highest level since June 2024, marking a notable rebound. The euro, meanwhile, remains locked in a spring-summer consolidation range with little directional movement. The zloty held steady against major currencies.

Does the pound's rise signal a lasting UK economic recovery?

Bankier.pl · 11min ago · Source ↗

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NATO Orders New A400M Transports, Extra A330 MRTT Tanker and More Drones

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NATO Orders New A400M Transports, Extra A330 MRTT Tanker and More Drones

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announced in Ankara plans to launch a strategic transport fleet of A400M aircraft, along with one additional A330 MRTT tanker and transport plane. The Alliance will also acquire new drones and AWACS early-warning aircraft as part of a broader military capability build-up. The announcements were made on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Turkey.

Is NATO spending enough on expanding its transport and tanker fleet?

Bankier.pl · 11min ago · Source ↗

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Vivo X Fold 6 Proves Foldables Don't Have to Sacrifice Battery Life

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Vivo X Fold 6 Proves Foldables Don't Have to Sacrifice Battery Life

The new vivo X Fold 6 challenges the long-held assumption that booklet foldables must accept smaller batteries, throttled performance and weaker cameras compared to traditional flagship smartphones. The device delivers impressive battery life and strong specs that rival — or beat — ultra-premium non-folding phones costing $500 less than a typical $1,700 foldable. The phone highlights a growing gap between US foldable offerings and Asian competitors.

Are foldable smartphones worth their premium price?

Android Authority · 15min ago · Source ↗

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Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Now Streaming on Crunchyroll After Record Box Office Run

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Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Now Streaming on Crunchyroll After Record Box Office Run

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle is now available to watch at home on Crunchyroll. Released in 2025, the film became the highest-grossing anime film of all time and the 7th-highest-grossing film of 2025 globally. Fans can now revisit the movie after months of waiting for its home streaming debut.

Is Crunchyroll the best platform for streaming anime?

Collider · 16min ago · Source ↗

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Norris: McLaren's pace at British GP was "pretty shocking" despite P4

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Norris: McLaren's pace at British GP was "pretty shocking" despite P4

Lando Norris finished fourth at the British Grand Prix but admitted McLaren's pace compared to rivals was "pretty shocking." The British driver said the team has "a hell of a lot to improve" despite the solid points finish. McLaren acknowledged the scale of the gap to their competitors was a serious concern.

Can McLaren realistically fight for the F1 title this season?

Sky Sports Football · 16min ago · Source ↗

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Norway Stuns Brazil at World Cup — Haaland and Nyland Hailed as Heroes

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.

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Adidas BW Army LUX Reinvents a Military Classic — and the Price Matches the Upgrade

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Adidas BW Army LUX Reinvents a Military Classic — and the Price Matches the Upgrade

The Adidas BW Army LUX is a new premium take on the iconic military jacket, part of a long trend of workwear and military garments crossing over into streetwear fashion. The model draws on the original BW Army design and is priced at over 400 PLN. The release is drawing attention from streetwear fans and military-aesthetic enthusiasts alike.

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Focus.pl · 16min ago · Source ↗

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Record car breakdowns in Russia as poor-quality fuel damages engines

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Record car breakdowns in Russia as poor-quality fuel damages engines

Russia is recording a record number of vehicle breakdowns, with poor-quality fuel identified as the primary cause. Low-grade petrol is damaging engines on a mass scale. The problem is growing as Russia's fuel sector faces deepening difficulties.

Are Russia's fuel quality problems a direct result of Western sanctions?

RMF24 · 22min ago · Source ↗

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Explosions in Damascus during Macron's visit – French president unharmed

Explosions occurred in the Syrian capital Damascus during French President Emmanuel Macron's official visit. Syrian state television reported that the Syrian president had received Macron at the presidential palace. Macron was safe. No details about the source of the blasts were given.

Should Macron have visited Damascus given the security risks?

BBC World · 24min ago · Source ↗

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Google Plans to Release Millions of Modified Mosquitoes to Combat Disease

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Google Plans to Release Millions of Modified Mosquitoes to Combat Disease

Google is planning to release millions of specially engineered mosquitoes as part of a biological initiative aimed at curbing the spread of deadly mosquito-borne diseases. The move marks a surprising expansion for a company best known for its search engine, AI and online advertising.

Should Google be allowed to release millions of genetically modified mosquitoes?

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Dermatologist: Collagen Creams and Powders Don't Magically Rejuvenate Skin

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Dermatologist: Collagen Creams and Powders Don't Magically Rejuvenate Skin

A dermatologist explains that collagen applied topically in creams and masks cannot penetrate the skin barrier in active form — the molecules are too large. Oral collagen supplements may supply amino acids, but there is no guarantee they will reach the skin specifically. Sun protection, adequate hydration and a healthy lifestyle are the most decisive factors for skin condition.

Do collagen supplements genuinely improve skin condition?

Onet Wiadomości · 35min ago · Source ↗

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Two traders sue Polymarket over wrongly resolved Strategy bitcoin sale market

Two traders have filed a lawsuit against prediction market platform Polymarket, alleging it wrongly resolved a market concerning Strategy's sale of bitcoin as "No." The plaintiffs argue that Strategy's SEC filing clearly disclosed the sale of 32 BTC between May 26 and May 31, making the "No" resolution incorrect. The case raises broader questions about dispute resolution on decentralised prediction markets.

Should Polymarket reverse the resolution of the Strategy bitcoin sale market?

The Block · 41min ago · Source ↗

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Etna eruption shuts Catania airport — flights including to Poland cancelled

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Etna eruption shuts Catania airport — flights including to Poland cancelled

The eruption of Mount Etna in Sicily forced the suspension of all flights at Catania Fontanarossa International Airport until 2 p.m. on Tuesday. The closure was initially expected to last until 10 a.m. but was extended. Polish tourists travelling to or from Sicily are among those affected by the disruption.

Should airports have permanent contingency plans for Etna eruptions?

Bankier.pl · 45min ago · Source ↗

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Blueberry tiramisu — a fruity summer twist on the classic dessert

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Blueberry tiramisu — a fruity summer twist on the classic dessert

Classic tiramisu gets a summer upgrade with the addition of a blueberry layer, giving it a fruity twist and an impressive presentation. The blueberries add colour and flavour to the beloved Italian dessert. A video recipe with a full ingredient list accompanies the feature.

Are fruity twists on classic desserts better than the originals?

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BBC Director General Matt Brittin to Appear at Final Edinburgh TV Festival in August

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BBC Director General Matt Brittin to Appear at Final Edinburgh TV Festival in August

BBC Director General Matt Brittin will make his first major industry appearance at the Edinburgh Television Festival in August, participating in an "In Conversation" session about his early months leading the BBC. Brittin took over as Director General on 18 May 2025, succeeding Tim Davie. The festival will be the last Edinburgh TV Festival in its current format.

Deadline · 16min ago · Source ↗

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Zinc Media Launches AI Production Label Cicada Focused on Creative Content

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Zinc Media Launches AI Production Label Cicada Focused on Creative Content

UK-based factual media group Zinc Media has launched a new AI-focused production label called Cicada. In 2025, Zinc generated several million pounds in AI-related revenue from industry trade, AI-powered TV commercials and other work. Cicada will focus on what the company describes as "creativity that makes people stop scrolling."

Can AI replace human creativity in television production?

Deadline · 16min ago · Source ↗

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Microsoft Cuts 3,200 Xbox Jobs in Most Radical Restructuring in Brand's History

Microsoft has announced the most radical restructuring in Xbox's history, cutting 3,200 jobs across the division. The company cited an overgrown administration, an underperforming portfolio and an unprecedented hardware component market crisis as driving factors. The restructuring plan also involves parting ways with several game development studios.

Should Microsoft drop its own hardware and focus solely on games?

benchmark.pl · 17min ago · Source ↗

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Czarnek on Trump's Balogun World Cup Intervention: "Disgraceful"

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Czarnek on Trump's Balogun World Cup Intervention: "Disgraceful"

The United States were eliminated from the World Cup after a 1-4 loss to Belgium in the quarter-final playoff, but the controversy over the eligibility of Folarin Balogun — pushed through at the urging of President Donald Trump — continues to reverberate. Polish politician Przemysław Czarnek of PiS, asked about Trump's intervention on the programme "Graffiti", dismissed it with a single word: "Disgraceful."

Should Trump have stayed out of Balogun's World Cup eligibility decision?

Interia Sport · 20min ago · Source ↗

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Ukraine destroys elite "Rubikon" unit base near Pokrovsk, killing dozens

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Ukraine destroys elite "Rubikon" unit base near Pokrovsk, killing dozens

Ukrainian air forces struck and destroyed the base of Russia's elite "Rubikon" formation in the Pokrovsk region. At least a dozen Russian operators were killed in the attack. The strike targeted one of the more specialised units of the Russian army.

Will Ukrainian strikes on elite Russian units help end the war sooner?

Onet Wiadomości · 21min ago · Source ↗

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"Pill box nails" – the two-tone capsule manicure is summer 2026's biggest trend

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"Pill box nails" – the two-tone capsule manicure is summer 2026's biggest trend

The "pill box nails" trend divides the nail into two distinct sections painted in contrasting colours, creating a capsule-like effect. The style draws on 1990s aesthetics and is described as graphic, playful and easy to do. Google search data cited by Fresha shows searches for "pill nails" surged 84% over the past three months.

Are "pill box nails" a summer trend worth trying?

Elle Polska · 22min ago · Source ↗

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