The science of the perfect penalty: what data says about World Cup shootouts

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The science of the perfect penalty: what data says about World Cup shootouts

A penalty kick can decide a team's fate at the World Cup, prompting scientists and analysts to study what makes the perfect spot kick. Statistics point to optimal shot directions, run-up technique and how players make split-second decisions. The right strategy can provide a meaningful edge in a penalty shootout, according to research reviewed by Guardian Sport.

Is a penalty shootout a fair way to decide a football match?

The Guardian Football · 3h ago · Source ↗

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Manor Lords fixes drunk NPCs and crazed drovers that paralysed settlements

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Manor Lords fixes drunk NPCs and crazed drovers that paralysed settlements

The developers of medieval strategy game Manor Lords continue to squash community-reported bugs. The latest patch fixes NPCs getting stuck in a drinking loop at the tavern and drovers losing their pathfinding logic, both of which were grinding settlements to a halt. The game remains in active development.

Does Manor Lords deserve to be called the best medieval strategy game on PC?

GRYOnline · 10min ago · Source ↗

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Two official companion books announced for Nolan's 'The Odyssey'

Two official companion books have been announced for Christopher Nolan's upcoming film "The Odyssey," set to premiere on July 17, with Matt Damon playing Odysseus. The books promise to take readers deeper into Nolan's ambitious adaptation of Homer's epic poem. They are aimed at fans eager for more content around the production ahead of and after its theatrical release.

Do official film companion books enrich the viewer's experience?

Collider · 15min ago · Source ↗

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England face right-back crisis ahead of Norway clash in Miami

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England face right-back crisis ahead of Norway clash in Miami

England put in a defensive masterclass in Mexico City, but now face a stern test against Norway in Miami. The team is dealing with a significant right-back crisis and must find solutions with a patched-up defensive line. The match will reveal the true depth of England's squad options in that position.

Can England overcome Norway despite their right-back crisis?

Sky Sports Football · 15min ago · Source ↗

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BBC and Wonder Project commission care-work comedy series 'Rewarding'

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BBC and Wonder Project commission care-work comedy series 'Rewarding'

BBC Northern Ireland and U.S. streamer Wonder Project have commissioned a six-part comedy series called "Rewarding," following support workers caring for disabled and neurodivergent clients. Vittorio Angelone and Hannah McClean will star in the show. The series is based on a pilot featuring Angelone and Seána Kerslake.

Do TV comedies about care work help change its public image?

Variety · 15min ago · Source ↗

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Humans and Neanderthals shared a culture for 20,000 years, cave find suggests

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Humans and Neanderthals shared a culture for 20,000 years, cave find suggests

A cave discovery suggests that modern humans and Neanderthals shared cultural practices for at least 20,000 years. The key evidence comes from seashells found in the cave, pointing to shared symbolic or decorative behaviour between the two species. The finding challenges earlier assumptions about the cognitive gap between Homo sapiens and Neanderthals.

Do Neanderthal discoveries challenge our definition of humanity?

ScienceAlert · 15min ago · Source ↗

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Kylie Jenner dons pink wig for Dunkin' collab, revisits King Kylie era

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Kylie Jenner dons pink wig for Dunkin' collab, revisits King Kylie era

Kylie Jenner has teamed up with Dunkin' for a pink-themed collaboration, donning a pink wig as a nod to her iconic "King Kylie" era. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, Jenner said she wanted the partnership to feel "authentic and personal." The campaign leans heavily into Dunkin's signature pink branding.

Are celebrity fast-food brand collaborations genuinely authentic?

The Hollywood Reporter · 15min ago · Source ↗

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Pogoń Szczecin scouting director joins Premier League-bound Hull City

Okan Ozkan, scouting and recruitment director at Pogoń Szczecin, has accepted the role of sporting director at Hull City, who have just been promoted to the Premier League. It is an unusual career leap, taking him directly from Polish football to England's top flight. The move marks a notable step forward for a Polish football executive.

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BNB Chain builds new Layer 1 for agentic trading, testnet by end-2026

BNB Chain has announced it is building a new Layer 1 blockchain designed specifically for agentic trading, featuring sub-50ms preconfirmation times and no public mempool. The testnet is targeted for release by the end of 2026, with the mainnet planned for 2027. The project aims to strengthen BNB Chain's position in decentralised finance and algorithmic trading.

Are dedicated Layer 1 networks for algorithmic trading the future of DeFi?

The Block · 20min ago · Source ↗

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France vs Morocco World Cup: Paris braces for riots

Ahead of the World Cup quarter-final between France and Morocco, French authorities are bracing for street riots in Paris. The match draws heightened concern due to Morocco's large diaspora in France. Security forces are being placed on high alert.

Are French authorities right to fear riots ahead of the Morocco match?

WP SportoweFakty · 21min ago · Source ↗

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Two friends visit all 16 World Cup venues in a London black cab

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Two friends visit all 16 World Cup venues in a London black cab

Ollie Jenks and Seth Scott are attempting to visit all 16 World Cup stadiums travelling in a traditional London black cab. The journey is both a logistical challenge and an adventure combining football passion with an unusual mode of transport.

Is visiting all 16 World Cup stadiums in a London cab a great adventure idea?

BBC Sport · 23min ago · Source ↗

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New Samsung phone to feature Snapdragon 8 Elite – once a flagship chip

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New Samsung phone to feature Snapdragon 8 Elite – once a flagship chip

A new Samsung smartphone will be equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, previously reserved for the brand's flagship models. Its inclusion in a lower-tier or mid-range device marks a significant step up in performance for that segment.

Is putting a flagship chip in a cheaper Samsung phone good for consumers?

Tabletowo · 25min ago · Source ↗

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Pricey Credit Markets Drive Rise of Flexible "Buy-Anything" Bond Funds

Bond investors are increasingly turning to flexible, unconstrained funds that can invest across any credit instrument, driven by elevated valuations that leave little room for error in traditional strategies. High credit market prices make conventional approaches riskier, pushing capital toward funds with broader mandates. The trend reflects growing caution among investors seeking diversification in an expensive market environment.

Are unconstrained flexible bond funds a safe strategy for investors in pricey markets?

Bloomberg · 32min ago · Source ↗

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Ukrainian drones strike Russia's largest oil refinery in Omsk, Siberia

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Ukrainian drones strike Russia's largest oil refinery in Omsk, Siberia

Ukrainian drones struck the oil refinery in Omsk, Siberia on Monday in one of the deepest strikes into Russian territory since the war began. Omsk is located more than 2,000 km from the Ukrainian border. Both foreign and local media reported extensive damage to the facility, which is Russia's largest oil refinery.

Should Ukraine continue striking Russian energy infrastructure?

Onet Wiadomości · 36min ago · Source ↗

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Neurosurgeons' company earned 26,000 PLN per hour, says head of Polish Medical Chamber

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Neurosurgeons' company earned 26,000 PLN per hour, says head of Polish Medical Chamber

Dr Łukasz Jankowski, head of the Polish Supreme Medical Council (NIL), told Polish Radio's Programme 3 that a neurosurgeons' company was earning as much as 26,000 PLN per hour — comparing it to Lionel Messi's wages at Inter Miami. Jankowski described the earnings as incomprehensible to ordinary Poles and distanced the NIL from such practices. The case concerns contracts between the neurosurgeons' company and medical facilities.

Were the neurosurgeons' company earnings of 26,000 PLN per hour justified?

Wirtualna Polska · 48min ago · Source ↗

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BMW M 1000 RR 2027 is lighter, faster and still road-legal

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BMW M 1000 RR 2027 is lighter, faster and still road-legal

BMW has unveiled the M 1000 RR for the 2027 model year, featuring reduced weight and upgraded aerodynamics including winglets that have become standard on serious track-oriented superbikes. The motorcycle is faster than its predecessor while retaining road-legal status. Advanced electronics further enhance its performance both on the track and on public roads.

Is the BMW M 1000 RR 2027 the best road-legal superbike on the market?

Focus.pl · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Tides Rewoven Light: designer lamp made from ocean floor waste

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Tides Rewoven Light: designer lamp made from ocean floor waste

The Tides Rewoven Light is a designer ceiling lamp crafted from materials recovered from the ocean floor. The project deliberately rejects the polished, mass-produced aesthetic — each piece carries visible traces of its past life. It represents a growing upcycling trend in interior design, turning marine waste into decorative objects for the home.

Should ocean-waste upcycled products be promoted more widely in interior design?

Focus.pl · 15min ago · Source ↗

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BBC in talks with Channel 4 to host its content on iPlayer

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BBC in talks with Channel 4 to host its content on iPlayer

BBC Director General Matt Brittin told the UK Parliament's Culture, Media and Sport Committee on Wednesday that the BBC is in talks with Channel 4 to host its content on iPlayer. If a deal is reached, shows like The Great British Bake Off could return to the BBC platform. Brittin described Channel 4 as a "subscale" broadcaster.

Should BBC host Channel 4's content on iPlayer?

Deadline · 20min ago · Source ↗

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Wimbledon 2026 quarter-finals: Kostyuk v Paolini, Cobolli v Fery live

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Wimbledon 2026 quarter-finals: Kostyuk v Paolini, Cobolli v Fery live

Wednesday's Wimbledon 2026 quarter-finals featured Marta Kostyuk (Ukraine, 12th seed) against Jasmine Paolini (Italy, 13th seed) and Flavio Cobolli (Italy, 9) against wildcard Arthur Fery, who carries Great Britain's hopes. Matches were played on Centre Court from 1.30pm BST.

Can wildcard Arthur Fery beat Flavio Cobolli in the Wimbledon quarter-final?

The Guardian Sport · 22min ago · Source ↗

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KOSPI enters bear market, down 23% despite Samsung's record quarterly results

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KOSPI enters bear market, down 23% despite Samsung's record quarterly results

South Korea's KOSPI index has officially entered a technical bear market, dropping to 7,246.79 points — nearly 23% below its 22 June record high. Paradoxically, the sell-off was triggered by Samsung's best-ever quarterly results, which would have sparked euphoria just months ago. The market's failure to reward even record earnings signals a possible end to the AI-driven bull run.

Does the AI stock sell-off signal the end of the AI-driven bull market?

BitHub.pl · 25min ago · Source ↗

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Meta tests always-on AI glasses that record the wearer's entire day

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Meta tests always-on AI glasses that record the wearer's entire day

Meta is testing a prototype of AI-powered glasses called "Super Sensing," equipped with a camera and microphone that record every moment of the wearer's life around the clock. The device is designed to continuously analyse the user's surroundings. The project raises serious privacy concerns.

Do always-on AI glasses that record your entire day pose a threat to privacy?

The Decoder · 27min ago · Source ↗

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Poland's all-time heat record broken: 40.5°C in Słubice, hot days doubled in decades

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Poland's all-time heat record broken: 40.5°C in Słubice, hot days doubled in decades

On 28 June 2026, Poland's Institute of Meteorology and Water Management recorded the highest temperature in the country's measurement history — 40.5°C in Słubice, surpassing the 105-year-old record of 40.2°C set in Prószków in 1921. Climate scientist Prof. Bogdan Chojnicki told PAP that the number of hot days in Poland has doubled over recent decades. Experts warn this is an alarming signal of climate change, not merely natural weather variability.

Should Poland urgently introduce new climate regulations in response to the record heatwave?

National Geographic PL · 27min ago · Source ↗

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