Category 5 Super Typhoon Bavi makes landfall, hits US Pacific islands with destructive winds

Bellingham Brace Fires England Past Mexico Into World Cup 2026 Quarter-Finals

England defeated Mexico 3-2 at the Estadio Azteca to advance to the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals. Jude Bellingham scored twice in rapid succession, while Harry Kane added a penalty to secure the victory. England completed the win despite being reduced to 10 men following a second-half red card. The match was played in a hostile atmosphere at one of football's most iconic venues. The Three Lions will next face Norway with a semi-final berth at stake.

FIFA Lifts Balogun Red Card Ban; Belgium Eyes Legal Action Ahead of US Clash

FIFA has controversially overturned Folarin Balogun's red card suspension, making the striker available for the USA's upcoming World Cup match against Belgium. US coach Mauricio Pochettino welcomed the decision, citing reasons of ethics and integrity. President Donald Trump also publicly praised FIFA's ruling. Belgium, however, expressed shock at the decision and is reportedly considering legal action against it. The episode has raised concerns about the precedent such a ruling could set in international football governance.

Banks shut in West Bengal and Mizoram on July 6 amid regional holidays

Several bank branches across India are closed on select dates in July due to state-specific public holidays. On July 6, branches in West Bengal and Mizoram remain shut. Additional regional closures are scheduled in Meghalaya, Odisha, Uttarakhand, Manipur, Sikkim, and Tripura on other dates this month. Branches are also closed on Sundays and the second and fourth Saturdays of each month. Customers can continue to use digital banking services without interruption during these holidays.

Washington's air turns world's worst after July 4 fireworks extravaganza