The European Commission has confirmed that EU industries will be allowed to continue emitting CO₂ well into the 2040s as part of a new blueprint for the bloc's carbon market. The announcement reignites debate over the pace of decarbonisation in Europe and the EU's climate ambitions.
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Conor Benn and Ryan Garcia exchanged heated words and had to be physically separated by security at their Zuffa press conference and face-off. The confrontation escalated before staff intervened to keep the two boxers apart.
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The actor voicing Morph in Disney+'s X-Men '97 has revealed details about the shapeshifter's full range of powers and a romance storyline in the show. Morph stands out as one of the few characters who looks and sounds markedly different from the 1990s original. The series continues directly from X-Men: The Animated Series and draws on decades of comic book storytelling.
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Amid a watch market dominated by racing, diving and centenary heritage stories, some new designs are breaking the mould. One standout is a watch featuring a robot whose colourful teeth indicate the hours, alongside moon-phase dials. The author argues that wristwatches can and should be fun, not just serious luxury objects.
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A woman was taken to the emergency room in an extremely rare case of "happy heart syndrome," a condition triggered by overwhelming positive emotions. It is a variant of takotsubo cardiomyopathy, more commonly associated with intense grief or fear. Cases brought on by joyful events are exceptionally rare in medical literature.
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Nelson Mandela wrote his autobiography Long Walk to Freedom in secret during his imprisonment on Robben Island, burying the original handwritten manuscript in a vegetable patch to hide it from guards. The book took decades to complete and required elaborate subterfuge. The story of its creation is one of determination and clandestine writing.
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Just before the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, Lionel Messi's wife Antonela Roccuzzo posted a photo on Instagram wearing a light-blue bikini. Many followers interpreted the colour choice as a show of support for the Argentine national team. The post quickly attracted widespread attention on social media.
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Epic Games announced that starting July 30, Fortnite creators will be able to publish experiences featuring AI-powered characters. At launch, 36 characters with "consistent voices and personas" will be available, including Fortnite staples such as Agent Jones, to be used as NPCs. The move is part of Epic's broader push to integrate AI into its creative ecosystem.
George Russell admitted after qualifying for the Belgian Grand Prix that the Mercedes car has a "serious problem" with straight-line speed. He stressed that the issue is unrelated to his driving style, contrary to earlier suggestions. Mercedes will need to address the deficit before the race.
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Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei accused the United States of repeatedly violating its agreement with Iran. He declared that Trump's signature is "completely worthless and lacks credibility." Khamenei also warned the US of "an unforgettable lesson."
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Scientists are searching for microfossils of Earth's earliest eukaryotes — the first complex organisms in the planet's history. Finding such traces is described as extremely difficult, likened to chasing an astrobiological rainbow. A confirmed discovery would be of major significance for astrobiology and understanding the origins of life.
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France's gambling authority ordered internet service providers to block access to Polymarket, a blockchain-based prediction market platform. This marks a further tightening of France's policy towards such services. Polymarket allows users to bet on the outcomes of political and sporting events using cryptocurrency.
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Ukraine's Centre for Countering Disinformation reported that Russia plans to mobilise up to 500,000 troops this autumn. Analysts expect the decision to be announced in September, following elections to the Russian State Duma. Kyiv is sounding the alarm about the growing military threat from the Kremlin.
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Sony has announced its PS Plus Extra and PS Plus Premium lineups for the rest of July, featuring nine games in total. The highlight is Ubisoft's Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, which recently received a third-person mode. Subscribers can access the titles as part of their existing plans.
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An elderly woman who inherits money in her 80s could face higher taxes on her Social Security benefits and increased Medicare premiums if the inheritance pushes her income above certain thresholds. Social Security benefits can become partially taxable, and Medicare uses the IRMAA system to raise premiums for higher-income beneficiaries. Financial advisers recommend planning ahead to minimise the tax impact of an inheritance.
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Italian beach resorts have declared war on homemade food, with beach wardens now officially warning tourists who bring their own sandwiches. Authorities are monitoring beachgoers and handing out formal warnings to those caught eating home-prepared food. The move is aimed at protecting local restaurants and beach bars from losing business to self-catering visitors.
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Ripe tomatoes can be easily peeled by brief blanching: score a cross on the base, submerge in boiling water for 30–60 seconds, then transfer immediately to ice-cold water. Over-blanching breaks down the flesh and leaches out nutrients, so timing and rapid cooling are essential. Tomatoes prepared this way keep their firmness and most of their vitamins, making them ideal for sauces and preserves.
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A cybersecurity firm that built its business on finding and exploiting Apple software vulnerabilities has sued a former employee for allegedly disclosing those flaws. The discovered exploits form the company's core intellectual property. The case centres on alleged trade secret violations within the iOS security industry.
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Freddy "Boom Boom" Cannon, the early rock & roller known for joyful hits including "Tallahassee Lassie" (1959) and "Palisades Park" (1962), died on July 17 at a California hospice after a brief battle with cancer. He was 89 years old. His death was announced by longtime friend Tom Cuddy.
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Local favourite Tommy Fleetwood is five shots behind Open Championship leader Sam Burns at Birkdale after two late bogeys threatened to end his hopes of a home victory. The late dropped shots have significantly damaged his chances at the tournament.
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Borsalino Black Iris is a men's fragrance that opens with bergamot, cardamom and geranium, leading to a heart of Italian iris, carrot seed essence and speculoos vanilla accord. The composition is elegant and balanced, subtle yet clearly defined, with a finish described as resembling smooth suede. The fragrance is now available at Douglas perfumeries.
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Taylor Farms is recalling iceberg lettuce sold across 27 US states due to potential contamination with Cyclospora cayetanensis, the parasite that causes cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal illness. The recall covers products distributed across nearly half the country. Consumers are advised to check whether they have the affected products and to discard them.
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