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$100 billion wiped from SpaceX value as Starship engine problems force new delay

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SpaceX has postponed the 13th test flight of its Starship rocket to Thursday following engine problems that aborted the previous launch attempt. The delay adds pressure on the company as it works to bring...weiterlesen »

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233,199 Russian soldiers confirmed dead by name - real toll likely 352,000

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Ukraine's General Staff reported 1,600 Russian military personnel killed in the past day, along with the loss of 605 units of automotive equipment and tank trucks. The figures, released on July 20, 2026,...weiterlesen »

Drake loses 1.5 million dollars with World Cup bet

vor 17 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Rapper Drake hat erneut eine spektakuläre Sportwette verloren. Der Kanadier setzte 1,5 Millionen Dollar auf einen WM-Sieg Argentiniens. With a bet of 1.5 million US dollars, rapper Drake wanted to wager...weiterlesen »

Too hot for holidays? Why 40°C Mediterranean summers could boost British seaside towns

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

Extreme heat is forcing a fundamental rethink of summer holidays in Europe. Temperatures nearing 40°C across the Mediterranean are making traditional seaside vacations increasingly uncomfortable and unsafe,...weiterlesen »

Why Ryanair slashed fares 6% despite carrying 61 million passengers - and it's getting worse

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

Ryanair has reported a sharp 34% drop in quarterly profits as soaring jet fuel prices and discounted fares hit the budget airline's earnings. The Irish carrier posted after-tax profits of €538 million...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Zlatan's first-ever TV gig was also his last

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

Zlatan Ibrahimović has announced his retirement from punditry after just one tournament. The Swedish soccer legend made the surprise declaration on Fox Sports immediately following Spain's 1-0 victory...weiterlesen »

AliExpress Hit With €550 Million EU Fine Over Illegal Products

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Why pay more when you can order cheaply from China: This is likely one of the most important success factors for Temu, Shein, and AliExpress. Now, the European Commission has imposed a fine of 550 million...weiterlesen »

France unveils €36 billion military buildup as Europe's largest rearmament in decades

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France has announced a massive military buildup worth €36 billion by 2030, signaling Europe's largest rearmament effort in decades. President Emmanuel Macron outlined the expansion during his annual address...weiterlesen »

This AI startup just hit $2.6bn valuation - but hasn't produced a single working molecule

vor 17 Stunden - upday.com

A British artificial intelligence startup has raised $450 million to tackle one of the semiconductor industry's biggest challenges: finding alternatives to rare and expensive materials used in chip production....weiterlesen »

Why Brooklyn Beckham watched the World Cup final alone - and what his DoorDash ad reveals

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Brooklyn Beckham watched the World Cup final from his Los Angeles home on Sunday while his parents and siblings attended the match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. His wife Nicola Peltz shared a photo...weiterlesen »

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16 titles in four years: How Spain built football's most dominant dynasty

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

Spain has become the first nation in football history to simultaneously hold both the men's and women's World Cup titles. The men's team secured the historic achievement on Sunday by defeating Argentina...weiterlesen »

Lightning Strikes on the Rax: Two Hikers Seriously Injured

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Zwei 25-jährige Wanderer aus Ungarn sind am Sonntagnachmittag auf der Rax durch einen Blitzschlag verletzt worden. Two 25-year-old mountaineers from Hungary were injured by a lightning strike on the Rax...weiterlesen »

Worth up to €130,000 each: Spain's World Cup winners receive championship rings in FIFA first

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA has introduced championship rings for the first time in World Cup history. Spain, winner of the 2026 tournament held in the United States, received 30 customized rings, while nearly 2,000 additional...weiterlesen »

Chaos in Santiago: Ref confronted, objects thrown as Argentina's last-gasp try overturned

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

England secured a 31-24 victory over Argentina in Santiago del Estero, but the Nations Championship rugby match ended in chaos that could result in disciplinary sanctions for the Pumas. A disallowed try...weiterlesen »

Why Segro keeps saying no to Prologis - and what the £13.5bn battle means for UK property

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

Segro Plc has rejected a third takeover bid from US rival Prologis Inc., escalating one of the year's biggest takeover battles on the London market. The latest offer valued the UK warehouse and data center...weiterlesen »

Trump demands Canada pay damages for wildfire smoke choking US cities

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

President Donald Trump has demanded that Canada pay damages for wildfire smoke choking US cities and threatened to impose tariffs if the fires continue. He spoke with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney...weiterlesen »

3.5% US inflation sparks debate: Will central banks finally pause rate hikes?

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Inflation in the United States and the Eurozone has cooled more than expected in June, reducing pressure on central banks to continue raising interest rates. The European Central Bank faces a key policy...weiterlesen »

Soft Serve Ice Cream Without a Machine: This Simple Trick Makes the Ice Especially Creamy

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Cremiges Softeis wie aus der Eisdiele gelingt auch ohne Spezialgerät. Mit wenigen Zutaten, etwas Geduld und einem einfachen Trick wird die Eismasse besonders luftig. When thinking of soft serve ice cream,...weiterlesen »

Oil Price Jumps Above $90: Escalation in the Iran War Rattles Markets

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The war between the United States and Iran continues to push oil prices higher. On Monday, North Sea Brent crude temporarily climbed above the $91 mark – its highest level since June. The drivers: new...weiterlesen »

£2bn redirected: New PM Burnham ditches Digital ID to ease cost of living crisis

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

Andy Burnham is set to become Prime Minister today, delivering his first speech from Downing Street and promising to provide "breathing room" for people struggling with the rising cost of living. The former...weiterlesen »

Humanoid Robot Decapitated on Opening Night of URKL Fight League in Shenzhen

vor 19 Stunden - TrendingTopics.eu

The first tournament phase of the Ultimate Robot Knockout Legend (URKL) kicked off in Shenzhen on Thursday – according to organizer EngineAI, the world’s first free-combat league for full-sized humanoid...weiterlesen »

Ukraine's combat-tested drones steal spotlight at Farnborough as defense nears 50% of show

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

The Farnborough Air Show opened today in the United Kingdom with defense technology taking center stage. The biennial event, running until Friday, has expanded its Ukrainian exhibitor space following recent...weiterlesen »

Man proposes to girlfriend as football match stops for crowd — but it doesn’t go to plan

vor 20 Stunden - Wirtschaft.com

A public marriage proposal at a football match in Ufa, Russia brought the action to a brief halt on June 8 when a man knelt on the grandstand stairs in front of a cheering crowd and popped the question...weiterlesen »

Kimi K3: Moonshot AI Pauses New Subscriptions as Demand Overwhelms Its GPUs

vor 20 Stunden - TrendingTopics.eu

The launch of Kimi K3 has apparently gone better than Moonshot AI planned – so well, in fact, that the Chinese AI startup now has to pull the emergency brake. As the company announced on X on Sunday, demand...weiterlesen »

Six World Cup legends retire in 2026 - and Brazil's golden generation leaves empty-handed

vor 21 Stunden - upday.com

The 2026 World Cup has closed the chapter on one of football's most decorated generations. Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, Luka Modrić, Manuel Neuer and Guillermo Ochoa all played their final...weiterlesen »

Xi Jinping's White House visit on track despite Trump's election interference claims

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has confirmed that Chinese President Xi Jinping's planned visit to the United States remains on track for September, despite recent accusations of election interference from...weiterlesen »

Viennese Cult Radio Moves to Festival Grounds for the First Time

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Beim Paradies Garten Festival zieht das Wiener Radio Rudina erstmals mit einem nahezu originalgetreu nachgebauten Studio aufs Gelände. Besucherinnen und Besucher können Live-Sets und Aufzeichnungen direkt...weiterlesen »

Only four ships passed through Hormuz on Sunday - far below normal traffic

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called on the international community Sunday to join Washington in pressuring Iran over the escalating crisis in the Strait of Hormuz. The vital shipping chokepoint,...weiterlesen »

Vienna University Launches Peace Project for Africa

vor 23 Stunden - Volarberg Online

Die Hochschule Campus Wien koordiniert ein internationales Erasmus+-Projekt mit Universitäten in Ghana, Ruanda und Spanien. Ziel ist es, Konfliktmanagement und Friedensbildung an Hochschulen nachhaltig...weiterlesen »

$1m each and you can't see the game: World Cup final's pitchside seat fiasco

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

Ten fans paid one million dollars each for pitchside seats at the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The exorbitant price tag sparked widespread outrage – not...weiterlesen »

Seven clean sheets in eight games - how Spain's keeper made World Cup history

vor 24 Stunden - upday.com

Spain's goalkeeper Unai Simón celebrated his team's World Cup triumph with a remarkable statistic: his side conceded just one goal in eight matches. The Athletic Bilbao keeper was named best goalkeeper...weiterlesen »

Royal Family's first official trip together - and Spain wins the World Cup

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Spain's national football team 'La Roja' won the 2026 World Cup on July 19, defeating Argentina in the final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, Princess Leonor, and Infanta...weiterlesen »

75,646 fans heard it in 1977 - now Pelé's message returns at the World Cup final

vor einem Tag - upday.com

FIFA honored the late football legend Pelé during the halftime show of the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The tribute displayed his iconic "Love! Love! Love!" message on stadium...weiterlesen »

$1.5 million gone: Drake's Argentina bet fails as Spain wins World Cup

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Canadian rapper Drake lost $1.5 million after betting on Argentina to win the 2026 World Cup final. Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal that secured...weiterlesen »

Asian markets plunge as oil hits $91 Monday - reserves fall, inflation fears return

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Oil prices surged above $90 a barrel on Monday as escalating US-Iran hostilities sent shockwaves through global markets. Asian stocks tumbled, the dollar strengthened, and mounting concerns over energy...weiterlesen »

Strait of Hormuz traffic collapses to eight ships as Iran warns of "accidents"

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A ship is on fire in the Strait of Hormuz near the coast of Oman as Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns vessels risk "accidents" if they attempt unauthorized transit through the strategic waterway. The British...weiterlesen »

Robbie Williams: England has a psychological problem – we must solve this before I die

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Robbie Williams has described England's ongoing failure to win major football trophies as a "psychological problem" that haunts him. The pop star performed at the World Cup final in East Rutherford near...weiterlesen »

Martinez makes 12 record saves with broken finger - but Argentina loses World Cup final

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Argentina's goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez broke a World Cup final record with 12 saves on Sunday, playing through extreme pain from a fractured finger. But his heroic performance couldn't prevent defending...weiterlesen »

Defending champions fall short: Argentina's bid for back-to-back titles ends in heartbreak

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Argentina has equaled Germany's record for the most World Cup runner-up finishes after losing the 2026 final to Spain. The defending champions' 1-0 defeat in extra time marked their fourth loss in a title...weiterlesen »

106th minute, second star: Substitute Torres breaks Argentina hearts in World Cup final

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Ferran Torres scored a dramatic extra-time winner to give Spain a 1-0 victory over Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The 26-year-old Barcelona forward's...weiterlesen »

US abandons Iran negotiations, vows oil will flow 'with or without' cooperation

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The United States has abandoned efforts to negotiate with Iran over access to the critical Strait of Hormuz, shifting instead to a strategy of ensuring oil and gas flows "with or without Iranian cooperation,"...weiterlesen »

750 minutes, seven clean sheets, one goal conceded - Cubarsí's perfect World Cup earns top award

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Pau Cubarsí has been named the Best Young Player of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Spain's triumphant campaign that ended with a 1-0 victory over Argentina in the final. The 19-year-old Barcelona defender...weiterlesen »

7th PM in a decade: Manchester mayor Burnham takes power as Starmer steps down today

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Andy Burnham is set to become the United Kingdom's Prime Minister today, replacing Sir Keir Starmer in a leadership transition that bypasses a public vote. The 56-year-old former Mayor of Manchester will...weiterlesen »

From answering a newspaper ad to World Cup glory - Luis de la Fuente's 13-year journey

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Spain has won the 2026 World Cup, defeating Argentina in New Jersey on July 19. Coach Luis de la Fuente, at 65, became the oldest coach ever to win the tournament. Spain now holds both the World Cup and...weiterlesen »

38 new charges including rape and trafficking: Tate brothers held in Miami solitary confinement

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Andrew and Tristan Tate have been arrested in Miami on a UK extradition request and are being held in solitary confinement, their lawyer claims. The controversial social media influencers were taken into...weiterlesen »

Eight goals, four assists, zero magic left - Messi's final World Cup ends in tears

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Argentina's World Cup dream ended in heartbreak on Sunday as Lionel Messi's likely final tournament appearance culminated in a 1-0 defeat to Spain at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The captain stood silent...weiterlesen »

Why this oil shock is more dangerous than February - and bonds can't save you this time

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Oil prices have surged past $90 per barrel as escalating conflict between the United States and Iran threatens to reignite inflation fears that many investors believed were over. The sharp rise, fueled...weiterlesen »

22 goals in 22 matches: How Mbappé became World Cup's all-time top scorer

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Kylian Mbappé has secured the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot with 10 goals, becoming the first player in history to win the tournament's top scorer award in consecutive editions. The French captain finished...weiterlesen »

Under 13? No social media: EU expert panel delivers urgent call to ban platforms for young children

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A European expert committee has recommended banning online platforms for children under 13, delivering a comprehensive report to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on July 13 that calls...weiterlesen »

0 shots on goal, 10 men left - Argentina trail Spain 1-0 after Torres' extra-time strike

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Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute to give Spain a 1-0 lead over Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The goal broke a deadlock in extra time after 90 minutes of...weiterlesen »

55% of boards see no AI value - yet 74% of firms already benefit from it

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Artificial intelligence has reached a critical inflection point. While the technology is widely available and evolving rapidly, companies are struggling with organizational and cultural barriers that prevent...weiterlesen »

Messi tries to get Cucurella sent off for covering mouth - pundits slam 'baby' behavior

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Lionel Messi faced sharp criticism from football pundits for attempting to get Spain defender Marc Cucurella sent off during the World Cup final on Sunday. The incident occurred after Argentina's Enzo...weiterlesen »

Fifth drone attack on Black Sea oil terminal forces suspension of tanker operations

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Oil loading at a major Black Sea terminal was suspended Sunday after two tankers came under drone attack during operations. The Caspian Pipeline Consortium confirmed the strikes on the "Asia" and "Nissos...weiterlesen »

EU proposes to roll back climate policy: could add 2.4bn tonnes CO2 worth €190bn

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The European Union has proposed significant changes to its flagship climate policy that would slow the pace of emission reductions and extend free pollution permits for heavy industry by four years. The...weiterlesen »

Why is Argentina's president missing the World Cup final? A jacket and a ritual

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Argentine President Javier Milei will skip the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain on Sunday, citing superstition as his reason for staying home. Despite the high-profile match at MetLife Stadium...weiterlesen »

What the Body Does Not Remember

vor einem Tag - European News Agency

ImpulsTanz Festival [ENA] What the Body Does Not Remember remains, nearly four decades after its premiere, a shock to the system—a work whose virtuoso chaos and razor‑sharp design still feel more urgent...weiterlesen »

Five dead, five missing after Russia strikes civilian grain carrier off Odesa

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Russian forces attacked a civilian grain carrier with cruise missiles on Sunday, killing five people including a Ukrainian pilot and leaving five crew members missing. The Turkish-owned vessel GOLDEN LEO...weiterlesen »

A little bit of the moon

vor einem Tag - European News Agency

ImpulsTanz Festival [ENA] The performance A little bit of the moon is a quietly luminous duet that treats collaboration itself as its central subject, rather than as a mere means to an end. Anne Teresa...weiterlesen »

Il Cimento dell’Armonia e dell’Inventione

vor einem Tag - European News Agency

ImpulsTanz Festival [ENA] Il Cimento dell’Armonia e dell’Inventione is a lucid, urgent and strangely beautiful attempt to listen to Vivaldi’s Four Seasons from within the climate crisis, rather than over...weiterlesen »

Cute and Awkward

vor einem Tag - European News Agency

ImpulsTanz Festival [ENA] In CUTE & AWKWARD, Wojciech Grudziński crafts a tender, quietly radical “solo for two” that understands change as something that happens not in language, but in the charged, fragile...weiterlesen »

Nolan's 'The Odyssey' smashes box office records with $264M global debut

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Christopher Nolan's epic film "The Odyssey" has shattered box office records with a worldwide opening weekend gross of $264.1 million. The figure marks the biggest global debut of Nolan's career, surpassing...weiterlesen »

$12,751 average ticket price for World Cup final surpasses Super Bowl 2024

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Spanish national team player Borja Iglesias has publicly criticized the exorbitant resale prices for tickets to Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. The Celta Vigo forward shared a stadium...weiterlesen »

Woken at 2am for doping test - Vingegaard crashes out hours later with suspected broken collarbone

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Jonas Vingegaard has crashed out of the Tour de France after being woken at 2 am for a doping control hours before stage 15. The two-time champion fell near Bonneville and was taken away in an ambulance...weiterlesen »

2030 World Cup across 3 continents - MagentaTV secures all matches

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Deutsche Telekom has secured the broadcasting rights for all matches of the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The company announced Sunday evening that its MagentaTV platform will show all 104 games of the tournament...weiterlesen »

Igloo-shaped station drifts with Arctic ice to document disappearing biodiversity before it vanishes

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A floating research station shaped like a giant aluminum igloo has departed from France on a groundbreaking Arctic mission. The Tara Polar Station left the port of Lorient on Sunday to drift with polar...weiterlesen »

Ronaldo backs Spain over Messi's Argentina for World Cup glory on Sunday

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Brazilian football icon Ronaldo Fenômeno has made a bold prediction ahead of the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. The legendary former striker believes Spain will "win easily" when the...weiterlesen »

Burnham eyes North Sea drilling U-turn despite Labour manifesto pledge

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Andy Burnham is expected to announce plans to permit new North Sea oil and gas drilling when he becomes prime minister on Monday, despite Labour's manifesto pledge against issuing fresh licenses. The incoming...weiterlesen »

$450 to $3,000 for grass fragments - and New Jersey demands revenue share from FIFA

vor einem Tag - upday.com

New Jersey officials are demanding a share of revenue from FIFA's sale of turf fragments from the World Cup final field. The state argues taxpayers deserve compensation after investing $13 million to prepare...weiterlesen »

ECB rate decision Thursday as central banks navigate inflation uncertainty

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The European Central Bank announces its interest rate decision on Thursday, with markets watching closely how policymakers assess inflation trends and the impact of rising oil prices. The meeting represents...weiterlesen »

Wait, FIFA is rigging matches for Messi? Ex-referee reveals what really happens

vor einem Tag - upday.com

A former World Cup assistant referee has strongly rejected conspiracy theories claiming FIFA is rigging the tournament to favor Argentina and Lionel Messi. Darren Cann, who officiated at the 2010 and 2014...weiterlesen »

US bombs Iranian nuclear plant under construction, Tehran claims

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Iran has accused the United States of bombing a nuclear power plant construction site in the early hours of Sunday morning. The Iranian Atomic Energy Organization condemned the strike as a violation of...weiterlesen »

Iran's supreme leader warns US of "unforgettable lessons" as strikes escalate

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Two US soldiers were killed by Iranian strikes in Jordan on July 17, prompting Washington to launch another round of retaliatory strikes against Iran on Saturday night. The attack marked the eighth consecutive...weiterlesen »

Parliament cut Farage's security from eight bodyguards to one - he said no

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Nigel Farage has rejected a parliamentary security package that downgraded his protection from eight bodyguards to one bodyguard and a driver. Reform UK stated the reduction would put his life in danger,...weiterlesen »

Six nations secure automatic 2030 World Cup spots in historic three-continent tournament

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Six nations have secured automatic qualification for the 2030 FIFA World Cup as host countries. Spain, Morocco, Portugal, Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay will host the tournament in an unprecedented arrangement...weiterlesen »

1.8 billion viewers expected as Spain and Argentina meet in first Spanish-speaking World Cup final since 1930

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The 2026 World Cup reaches its climax on Sunday as Spain faces Argentina in the final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The match kicks off at 3 PM local time before an expected crowd...weiterlesen »

1xbet 2026 APK Guide – Download, Bonuses, Payments & Security for U.S. Players

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The 1xbet 2026 APK is the Android application package that lets you access the 1xbet sportsbook and casino directly from your phone. Unlike a web browser, the APK offers push notifications, faster load...weiterlesen »

From D-Day beaches to Cathar castles: UNESCO weighs 30 new World Heritage sites in Busan

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The UNESCO World Heritage Committee is deciding the fate of around 30 potential new heritage sites during its meeting in Busan, South Korea, which began Sunday and runs through July 29. Among the candidates...weiterlesen »

From third-division failure to World Cup final: How De la Fuente silenced the doubters

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has led his team to the 2026 World Cup final against Argentina, silencing early doubts about his credentials with an unbeaten run that has now stretched to 37 matches. The...weiterlesen »

Oil inventories hit lowest since 1984 as Hormuz blockade returns

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Renewed fighting between the United States and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz has pushed global energy markets back toward crisis, with oil inventories dangerously depleted and fuel supplies running critically...weiterlesen »

The World Cup trophy that winners can't keep - and the dog who found it under a hedge

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The FIFA World Cup trophy stands as football's most recognizable prize, a 36-centimeter masterpiece of 18-carat gold that will be awarded to either Argentina or Spain in Sunday's final in New York. Created...weiterlesen »

Britain seizes last steelworks from Chinese owner - Beijing condemns 'betrayal'

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The British government has nationalized British Steel, the country's last primary steelworks, sparking a fierce backlash from its former Chinese owner and Beijing. The move came after mounting losses forced...weiterlesen »

England players call reserve keeper Jason Steele onto podium for World Cup bronze medal

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England players created a touching moment during the World Cup third-place medal ceremony by calling reserve goalkeeper Jason Steele onto the podium. The 35-year-old Brighton keeper was not part of the...weiterlesen »

Council of Europe slams FIFA over Trump interference and betting fraud risk ahead of World Cup final

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The Council of Europe's secretary general has sharply criticized FIFA for providing an "open door to fraud" through its betting partnerships and allowing political influence to undermine the World Cup's...weiterlesen »

Messi's sixth and final World Cup: Emotional Instagram post seen as goodbye

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Hours before Argentina's World Cup final against Spain, Lionel Messi posted an emotional message on Instagram celebrating his team's journey and legacy. The 39-year-old captain wrote that regardless of...weiterlesen »

Kane defends Tuchel after World Cup bronze: 'Best England finish in 60 years'

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England striker Harry Kane has publicly defended coach Thomas Tuchel after the team's painful World Cup semifinal exit, crediting him for England's best tournament finish in sixty years. Kane's strong...weiterlesen »

12+ hours and counting - M4 westbound remains shut after car and van collision

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A serious crash on the M4 motorway has left a major route into South West England closed for over 12 hours. The westbound carriageway between Junction 16 near Swindon and Junction 17 near Chippenham remains...weiterlesen »

Trump to present World Cup trophy as Spain-Argentina final brings political tensions to pitch

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US President Donald Trump will attend the 2026 World Cup final on Sunday to present the trophy to the winner, marking his first and only appearance at the tournament. The match between Spain and Argentina...weiterlesen »

The baby Messi held in 2007 now faces him in Sunday's World Cup final

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A photograph from 2007 showing Lionel Messi cradling a five-month-old baby Lamine Yamal has resurfaced as the two prepare to face each other in Sunday's World Cup final. The meeting occurred 19 years ago...weiterlesen »

FIFA generates record $15 billion from 2026 World Cup - more than doubles 2022 revenue

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FIFA's 2026 World Cup has generated record revenue of approximately $15 billion, far exceeding the organization's initial expectations, according to a report by The Guardian. The figure surpasses FIFA's...weiterlesen »

Slovenia's Vincic to referee World Cup final: First for his nation, who last saw Argentina lose to Saudi Arabia

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Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic will officiate the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina on Sunday at MetLife Stadium. The 46-year-old from Maribor becomes the first person from Slovenia to...weiterlesen »

Deschamps' 14-year France reign ends in 4-6 chaos as England win wild third-place playoff

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Didier Deschamps' 14-year tenure as France coach ended in chaos on Saturday in Miami. The 57-year-old led his team to a spectacular 4-6 defeat against England in the World Cup 2026 third-place playoff,...weiterlesen »

£1.8bn digital ID scheme axed as Burnham shifts focus to cost of living

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Andy Burnham will scrap the controversial digital ID scheme when he becomes Prime Minister on Monday, redirecting the project's resources to tackle the cost of living crisis. The decision marks a dramatic...weiterlesen »

Counter-terror police probe left-wing motive in Ann Widdecombe murder case

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Joshua Kerry, a 28-year-old man from Rotherham, South Yorkshire, has been named as the suspect arrested in connection with the murder of former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe. Counter-terrorism police...weiterlesen »

Man United sign Tielemans for £35m as Villa bank huge profit on free transfer

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Manchester United has completed the signing of Belgian midfielder Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for £35 million. He has agreed to a five-year contract at Old Trafford, joining as part of a midfield...weiterlesen »

From 50,000 to 29 million followers: The 40-year-old keeper now hunting for a club

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The World Cup brought several lesser-known players and one referee into the global spotlight. While stars like Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland and Harry Kane dominated headlines, others used the tournament...weiterlesen »

2026 World Cup generates record $50 billion in bets as ticket prices hit $32,970 amid controversies

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup has concluded as the most commercially successful tournament in history, drawing record crowds and generating unprecedented revenue for FIFA. But the expanded 48-team format also...weiterlesen »

39 vs 19: Messi and Yamal's generational clash headlines World Cup final showdown Sunday

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Argentina and Spain will contest the World Cup final on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, with the winner becoming the first team to claim two titles in the 21st century. Argentina, defending their...weiterlesen »

Trump to co-present World Cup trophy with FIFA chief at final - first time at any match

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President Donald Trump will attend the World Cup final on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, where he is set to co-present the trophy to the winner alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The...weiterlesen »

Every new car in Europe now scans your face while driving - here's what happens to the data

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

German data protection authorities have approved new interior monitoring systems in cars, addressing privacy concerns that emerged since the technology became mandatory across the European Union on July...weiterlesen »

Saka scores hat-trick in England's 6-4 win over France but walks out of BBC interview

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick as England defeated France 6-4 to claim third place at the World Cup on Saturday in Miami. But the Arsenal winger abruptly ended a BBC interview after being asked about the...weiterlesen »

Mbappé's emotional farewell to Deschamps: "We failed to give you a better ending"

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

France captain Kylian Mbappé has written a deeply emotional tribute to Didier Deschamps ahead of the coach's final match in charge of Les Bleus. The heartfelt letter comes as France prepares to face England...weiterlesen »

$12,000 championship rings coming to World Cup - FIFA adopts American sports tradition

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

FIFA is introducing championship rings for the 2026 World Cup winners, marking a historic first for the tournament. The rings, inspired by a long-standing tradition in North American professional sports...weiterlesen »

8 goals each but Messi edges Mbappé for Golden Boot - and France can't catch up

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Lionel Messi leads the 2026 World Cup's Golden Boot race heading into Sunday's final. Both Messi and Kylian Mbappé have scored eight goals, but Messi holds the advantage through the tiebreaker with four...weiterlesen »

Adidas sweeps World Cup final as both Argentina and Spain wear its kits

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Adidas has scored a major victory at the World Cup final on Sunday. Both competing teams – Argentina and Spain – will wear the German brand's uniforms, while rival Nike has no teams left in the tournament....weiterlesen »

Mbappé catches Messi at 21 World Cup goals - but Argentina star can retake lead Sunday

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Kylian Mbappé has tied Lionel Messi's all-time World Cup scoring record with 21 goals. The France captain achieved the milestone during the third-place playoff against England, while simultaneously taking...weiterlesen »

$29 million on the line as Rice and Konsa fire England past France for bronze

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

England secured third place at the 2026 World Cup with a commanding 2-0 victory over France on Saturday in Miami. Declan Rice opened the scoring in the third minute, capitalizing on a French midfield error...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Argentina cancels all football for two days to celebrate Messi's team

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The Argentine Football Association has suspended all national football matches scheduled for Monday and Tuesday to welcome the national team home after the 2026 World Cup final. The extraordinary measure...weiterlesen »

Six goals each, both benched: Tuchel's bold World Cup call on Kane and Bellingham

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

England manager Thomas Tuchel has benched Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham for the World Cup third-place playoff against France in Miami. The decision to sideline two Golden Boot contenders with six goals...weiterlesen »

Nadal backs Spain for World Cup final glory against Argentina

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has thrown his support behind Spain's national football team ahead of Sunday's World Cup final against Argentina. The 22-time Grand Slam champion shared childhood photos on social...weiterlesen »

48-team World Cup declared a success as smaller nations close gap on football giants

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

FIFA's Technical Study Group has declared the expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams a success, dismissing initial fears that the larger format could overwhelm smaller nations. Former Arsenal coach Arsène...weiterlesen »

FIFA declares 2026 World Cup time-wasting rules a success as slow goal kicks drop from 25% to 12%

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

FIFA's Technical Study Group has declared new rules introduced for the 2026 World Cup a success in reducing time-wasting, with goal kicks now taking significantly less time and medical stoppages down sharply....weiterlesen »

Why a nation that's never played the World Cup is painting itself blue and white for Argentina

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Bangladesh has erupted in blue and white as the nation of 170 million prepares for Sunday's World Cup final, where Argentina faces Spain in New Jersey. Despite never qualifying for football's biggest tournament,...weiterlesen »

FIFA eyes 64-team World Cup as veteran coach warns current 48 already 'vulgar'

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is considering expanding the World Cup to 64 teams, even as the first 48-team tournament is being played. The proposal has sparked heated debate about the future direction...weiterlesen »

$1.5 million bet on Argentina: Drake risks World Cup curse after losing $1.56M streak

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Canadian rapper Drake has placed a $1.5 million bet on Argentina to win the 2026 World Cup. The musician shared a screenshot of his betting slip from cryptocurrency casino Stake on Instagram, showing potential...weiterlesen »

What Messi told Djokovic about pressure - and why it shaped his career

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

FIFA brought together sports icons from across the globe in New York on Friday, just 48 hours before the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. Captains Lionel Messi and Rodri headlined the event...weiterlesen »

China launches 28-nation AI alliance as rivalry with US escalates into global risk

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

China has launched a new international AI organization with 28 countries signing on to the agreement, including Russia, Indonesia, and Brazil. The organization will be based in Shanghai and aims to assist...weiterlesen »

UK's seventh PM in ten years - and why Burnham's challenges may be the toughest yet

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Andy Burnham will become the United Kingdom's seventh Prime Minister in a decade on Monday, inheriting a daunting set of challenges that have toppled several of his predecessors. The Labour leader, who...weiterlesen »

Spain wildfire kills 13 as Europe's deadly heatwave escalates with 330 blazes

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Europe's deadly summer heatwave has claimed nearly 10,000 lives and shows no signs of relenting, the World Health Organization warned. Dr Hans Henri P. Kluge, WHO Regional Director for Europe, criticized...weiterlesen »

Chinese AI shakes Silicon Valley as Moonshot's K3 surpasses US rivals

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

A Chinese AI startup has shaken the global technology landscape. Moonshot AI launched its Kimi K3 model on Friday, outperforming leading American AI systems in front-end programming tests and intensifying...weiterlesen »

Why FIFA's Infantino can ignore IOC complaint - and what it reveals about power shift

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Fifa President Gianni Infantino is expected to avoid sanctions from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) despite a formal complaint alleging he violated political neutrality rules. The complaint,...weiterlesen »

Oligarch accuses Ukrainian intelligence of Monaco bomb attack that cost wife both legs

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Oligarch Vadim Ermolaev has broken his silence following a bomb attack in Monaco that severely injured his family, directly accusing Ukrainian intelligence officers of orchestrating the June 29 assassination...weiterlesen »

Spain won't man-mark Messi in World Cup final - despite past lesson of four goals in 15 minutes

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Spain's coach Luis de la Fuente said he feels calm ahead of Sunday's World Cup final against Argentina at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, joking that helicopter travel is his only source of nerves. "I'm...weiterlesen »

Ukrainian drone strikes kill 8 across Russia as oil depot burns and hospital evacuated

vor 3 Tagen - upday.com

Ukrainian drone attacks struck logistics warehouses and an oil depot in Russia overnight, killing eight people and injuring more than 60 others. Two major facilities belonging to online retailer Wildberries...weiterlesen »

Spain vs Argentina final goes ahead on Sunday - despite doctors' warning of 'dangerous one-two punch'

vor 3 Tagen - upday.com

FIFA has decided to proceed with the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina as scheduled, despite mounting concerns over dangerous air quality caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires. The championship...weiterlesen »

Burnham expected to announce £130 energy bill cut as first PM move Monday

vor 3 Tagen - upday.com

Andy Burnham is set to become Britain's next Prime Minister on Monday and is expected to announce energy bill cuts of £130 per year for most households as one of his first major policy moves. The MP, who...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? England can claim their best World Cup finish in 60 years in a match they don't want

vor 3 Tagen - upday.com

England and France face off in the World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday in Miami, a match both coaches and players admit they would rather not play. Yet despite the reluctance, significant stakes...weiterlesen »

FIFA deletes 7 million abusive posts during World Cup - 14 times more than Qatar 2022

vor 3 Tagen - upday.com

FIFA has removed more than seven million potentially harmful social media posts and comments since the World Cup began on June 11. The figure marks a dramatic 14-fold increase compared to the 2022 tournament...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? FIFA adds halftime show to World Cup final - and Robert Smith is furious

vor 3 Tagen - upday.com

Robert Smith of The Cure has launched a scathing attack on FIFA's decision to introduce a halftime show to the World Cup final, calling it a "mugwank idea" and directing explicit criticism at football's...weiterlesen »

West Midlands police chief retires with £57,800 after Microsoft Copilot invented fake match

vor 3 Tagen - upday.com

Former West Midlands Police Chief Constable Craig Guildford received a £57,800 taxpayer-funded payout upon his retirement in January, following fierce criticism over his force's recommendation to ban Israeli...weiterlesen »