Politics
FIFA investigate Argentina brawl after World Cup final defeat to Spain
FIFA launched an investigation into post-match brawls after Argentina lost the World Cup final 1-0 to Spain, with punches thrown and players confronting each other.
Culture
EastEnders: Lauren and Mark give into temptation after passionate kiss
EastEnders spoilers reveal Lauren Branning and Mark Fowler Jr give into temptation after a passionate kiss, sparking a potential affair. Lauren arrives at the Boxing Den and shuts the blinds.
Sports
Messi breaks silence on 'immense pain' after Argentina World Cup final loss
Lionel Messi expressed 'immense pain' after Argentina's 1-0 World Cup final loss to Spain, despite reaching back-to-back finals.
Business
JPMorgan names Jansen and Schneider co-heads of M&A for Germany
JPMorgan has appointed Dirk Jansen and Stefan Schneider as co-heads of mergers and acquisitions for Germany, effective immediately.
Environment
Transport
Did NASA Overlook Evidence of Life on Mars?
A leading scientist claims NASA's 1976 Viking mission may have missed signs of microbial life on Mars, with profound implications for the search for extraterrestrial life.
1979 British Rail poster shows London without trains
A 1979 British Rail poster imagines London without its rail network, depicting gridlocked roads and buried Thames, highlighting the vital role of trains.
Cable car plunges 20ft at Mexico park, misses crowd
A cable car at a fair in Ciudad del Carmen, Mexico, broke free and fell 20 feet, narrowly missing visitors below. No injuries were reported.
Marvel Tōkon Open Beta Start Time and Characters
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls open beta starts July 24, 2026, on PS5, Steam, and Epic Games Store. Free to all, featuring 15 characters and 6 stages.
Charing Cross and Waterloo East Closed 22 Days This Summer
Charing Cross and Waterloo East stations will close for 22 days from July 26 to August 16, 2026, for £20m upgrades. Tube services unaffected; tickets valid on alternate routes.
British History Quiz: From 1066 to the Modern Age
Journey through British history with questions on kings and queens, battles, the Tudors, Magna Carta and the World Wars. From the Norman Conquest onward, test your knowledge across the centuries. How much do you remember?
