Floyd Mayweather Jr is preparing for his return to the boxing ring, but a major legal challenge has emerged ahead of his comeback. The undefeated boxing legend filed a $340 million lawsuit against Showtime earlier this year, accusing the network and former executive Stephen Espinoza of mishandling money linked to some of his biggest fights. However, the case has now taken a new turn after Showtime responded with a counterclaim in court.
Neymar will miss FIFA World Cup 2026 opener between Brazil and Morocco due to a calf injury suffered in May. Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed the forward is recovering well and could return next week. Neymar has not played for Brazil since 2023. Brazil begin their Group C campaign under pressure as they chase their first World Cup title since 2002.
An Indian-origin man, Gagandeep Singh, has been sentenced to 34 years in prison in the UK for kidnapping, torturing, and raping a woman. The 34-year-old was convicted of multiple serious offenses after a trial. He will serve 28 years in custody, followed by an extended license period, and will be deported after completing his sentence.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is guiding employees towards smarter AI use. He emphasizes selecting the right AI model for each task, not just the most advanced. This approach balances performance and costs. Nadella shared his personal use of AI in software development. Microsoft continues to integrate AI across its business and product strategies.
Former CM Siddaramaiah defended a Rs 71.8 crore preliminary approval for community halls and hostels, dismissing bias claims. He explained that the higher allocation to Kuruba organizations stemmed from more applications, not favoritism. Funds are allocated based on a continuous reservation formula, with final release contingent on stringent documentation and progress reviews.
The Enforcement Directorate searched seven locations tied to TMC MLA Madan Mitra as part of a municipal recruitment scam probe. Officials allege Mitra received cash and gold bribes via middlemen to secure jobs for unqualified individuals. Investigations suggest over 125 illegal appointments are linked to the former minister, with the ED continuing its examination.
Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau made a public display of affection at the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony in Los Angeles. Perry delivered a powerful performance, later seen rushing to Trudeau for a kiss. The couple also held hands while watching a match, following their red carpet debut at the Tribeca Film Festival.
Rohit Sharma faces an audition for his ODI future, needing to prove his fitness and form ahead of the next World Cup. Captain Shubman Gill grapples with selection decisions, potentially looking beyond the veteran. The series against Afghanistan also serves as a platform to test new batting combinations with Virat Kohli sidelined.
Rain and thunderstorms threaten to disrupt the first ODI between India and Afghanistan in Dharamsala. With key players like Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya already out, the weather forecast predicts wet conditions and a significant chance of precipitation on match day. Fans are concerned that the DLS method might be needed if play is affected.
The London-bound AI171 crashed immediately after taking off from Ahmedabad airport on June 12, 2025. Of the 242 people on board, 241 were killed, and 19 other victims were from the ground at the hostel complex of Ahmedabad’s B J Medical College that the plane crashed into. The closest international parallel to AI171 may be Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302, the 2019 Boeing 737 MAX crash that killed 157 people.
Candace Owens stirred debate after reacting to a New York Times report about a reported phone call between Donald Trump and Charlie Kirk. Laura Loomer claimed Owens accused Trump of killing Kirk, but Owens never directly made that allegation. The exchange divided social media users, with some supporting Owens’ questions and others criticizing her claims.
