Traditional safe-haven assets — gold, the Japanese yen and US government bonds — have recently failed to provide effective protection for investors. Their performance is heavily influenced by expectations about central bank policy. Market volatility is pushing investors to seek alternative portfolio-hedging strategies.
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A K2 Airways cargo Boeing 737-400 with a crew of five disappeared overnight over the Arabian Sea during a flight from Sharjah to Karachi. The aircraft lost contact after reporting a navigation system malfunction. Search and rescue teams are conducting an intensive operation in the area of the plane's last known position.
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Ukrainian drones struck the Russian city of Saratov and Borisoglebsk overnight, according to Ukrainska Pravda. A refinery in Saratov caught fire following the drone impact. The attacks are part of an ongoing series of Ukrainian strikes against Russian energy and industrial infrastructure.
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The Fiat 600 hybrid, manufactured in Poland, impressed during a week-long test with its fuel efficiency, performing well both in urban and long-distance driving. The car combines Italian styling with practical economy. The reviewer notes a personal preference for Italian city streets but acknowledges the model's Polish production as a point of local pride.
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Maja Chwalińska received a wildcard for Wimbledon 2025 and competed in the main draw but was forced to withdraw due to injury. Meanwhile, British player Arthur Fery, who was granted a wildcard amid controversy, is making the most of his opportunity and impressing with his performances. The 23-year-old has become one of the tournament's positive surprises.
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There is a simple trick to find out how someone has saved your name in their contacts — just ask them to send you money via BLIK. The sender's name that appears in the transaction notification or history matches exactly how they have you stored in their phone. This unofficial but effective method works for users of banking apps that support the BLIK payment system.
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Alexa Demie, star of the hit series Euphoria, appeared noticeably thinner at a Chanel fashion show in Paris, sparking a wave of concern among fans on social media. Her changed appearance prompted many commenters to voice worry about her health. One user wrote: "I'm tired of watching these kinds of transformations."
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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.
US strikes on Iran have pushed oil prices higher as markets price in the risk of further supply disruptions from the region. Iran is openly gloating over the course of the conflict, adding to market uncertainty. Analysts warn that volatility will persist and markets will need to recalibrate as tensions continue.
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The Cottonwood Fire burned a large area of mountainous terrain in Utah, USA. NASA Earth Observatory satellite images taken on 5 June and 29 June 2026 reveal the dramatic before-and-after transformation: lush green mountains replaced by a vast brown scar. The images were captured by Michala Garrison.
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Copenhagen fashion label Ganni and Disney have unveiled the third instalment of their ongoing collaboration, this time centred on Daisy Duck and Minnie Mouse on a "ultimate girl's trip" to Paris. The 12-piece special-edition collection is the latest chapter in the brands' continuing partnership. No pricing details were provided in the announcement.
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Throughout the summer, Salzburg will ban day-trippers from driving into the historic city centre as part of measures to tackle severe tourist-season congestion. Visitors arriving for a single day will instead be directed to use bus services. The initiative targets the surge of short-stay tourists that clogs the Mozart-birthplace city each summer.
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An orthopaedic surgeon working at the Regional Specialist Hospital in Ciechanów issued an invoice for 316,000 PLN for a single month's work, and a further 258,000 PLN the following month — a combined 574,000 PLN over two months. Wirtualna Polska tracked down the doctor, who explained how the billing was possible; both record-high invoices in the Masovian region turned out to be his. The case feeds into a wider debate about excessive pay in Polish public hospitals.
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Secret Network's team has proposed migrating to Arbitrum, citing AI-generated exploit risks in its ageing codebase as the primary security concern. "The security risk is the part we take most seriously," the team stated in announcing the proposed move.
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This soft yeast-based plum cake with a crumble topping is hearty enough to replace breakfast and doubles as an afternoon treat. The recipe follows a classic yeast dough base but includes one distinctive twist that sets it apart from traditional versions. The combination of juicy plums and a crunchy topping makes it a crowd favourite.
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Nintendo has added four new titles to the Switch Online Game Boy and Game Boy Advance library. Standard Switch Online subscribers can access the Game Boy games, while the Game Boy Advance title requires the more expensive Expansion Pack subscription. Wario Land is among the newly added games.
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In the early Beatles years, John Lennon and Paul McCartney wrote songs face to face, working line by line at the same instrument. "I Want to Hold Your Hand" was composed this way in the basement of Jane Asher's London home, at a single piano. This intimate creative process produced many of the band's greatest hits.
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Renowned film critic and historian David Thomson has published "A Sudden Flicker of Light: A Revisionist History of Movies" this week. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Thomson — author of more than 40 books — explains why he won't update his famous film dictionary and reveals his next subject will be Mickey Mouse.
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In the early hours of 8 July, Argentina beat Egypt 3–2 in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 with a remarkable comeback, advancing to the quarter-finals. The match has been overshadowed by a controversy involving Lionel Messi. Hours later, Argentina learned their quarter-final opponents — a side celebrating their biggest success in over 72 years.
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Owning a home printer comes with hidden costs that can far exceed the price of the device itself. Ink and toner cartridges are deliberately priced high by manufacturers, while cheap third-party alternatives are often unreliable. A printer used only occasionally generates extra losses as print heads dry out and require cleaning cycles that consume ink.
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Supergirl's disappointing box office performance is being examined through the lens of so-called superhero fatigue, but analysts argue the real issue is the weight of franchise expectations placed on every entry in a shared cinematic universe. Studios and audiences alike judge each film by whether it can sustain the broader franchise, creating enormous pressure beyond the film's own merits. The piece argues this is a structural industry problem rather than an issue specific to Supergirl.
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The NATO summit in Ankara is overshadowed by an irritable Donald Trump, who has revived demands over Greenland and threatened to withdraw all US troops from Europe. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is attempting to manage the unpredictable US president. A planned Trump–Zelensky meeting also takes place in a highly tense atmosphere; FDP defence politician Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann advises Europe to stop "jumping at every stick" and instead build its own defence capabilities.
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