Marcus Webb

Oscar-winning Irish actress Brenda Fricker has died at 81, leaving acclaimed dramatic work and a role rediscovered by generations.

Tuchel says England became too passive against Argentina but defends the back five that failed to restore control.

Spain beat France 2-0 through Oyarzabal and Porro goals, reaching their first World Cup final since 2010.

Braden Montgomery drove in four runs as the White Sox beat the Athletics 9-1 and completed a three-game sweep.

England beat Norway 2-1 after extra time as Jude Bellingham scored twice to reach the World Cup semi-finals.

Big Brother 2026 opens with Season 28 premiere demand and Survivor crossover attention around Rick Devens.

Arthur Fery beat Flavio Cobolli 6-4, 7-6(4), 6-0 to reach the Wimbledon semi-finals.

Marta Kostyuk beat Jasmine Paolini 6-3, 6-2 to reach the Wimbledon semi-finals against Linda Noskova.

Neymar announced his international retirement after Brazil's 2-1 World Cup loss to Norway, finishing as Brazil's all-time top scorer.

Naomi Osaka beat Aryna Sabalenka in straight sets to reach her first Wimbledon quarter-final.

Jannik Sinner beat Shintaro Mochizuki in straight sets to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals.

JK Simmons discussed embracing the "character actor" label ahead of his new MGM+ crime drama The Westies, premiering July 12.

Serena Williams withdrew from Wimbledon doubles with sister Venus after a knee injury from her singles comeback failed to heal in time.

Miki Sudo won her 12th Nathan's title as Joey Chestnut chases an 18th win at the 2026 Hot Dog Eating Contest.

Jockey Frankie Dettori suffered broken ribs and a broken thumb after a car crash near Newmarket, with his condition still being assessed in hospital.

Rooftoppers Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus climbed to the top of the Empire State Building's spire, got engaged, and were taken into custody.

Micheal Ward trial opens as court hears rape and sexual assault allegations he denies.

Nina Dobrev and Paul Wesley are reuniting for Hulu's "You Deserve to Know," playing neighbors on opposite sides of a murder investigation.

YouTuber Reckless Ben and Bricks & Minifigs have agreed to mediate their civil lawsuit, lifting restrictions on his Lego-theft investigation videos.

GTA 6 pre-orders officially opened June 25, with Rockstar unveiling new cover art and story details ahead of the game's November launch.

Kevin Singh, 48, was charged with stalking, intimidation and harassment of Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham after months of threatening social media posts.

Navy Chief Alyssa Edwards surprised her 8-year-old son at home plate during an All-Star baseball game, returning from a three-month deployment.

Goalkeeper Eloy Room made 15 saves as Curaçao held Ecuador to a 0-0 draw, earning the smallest nation ever to qualify its first World Cup point.

Deniz Undav scored twice off the bench, including a 94th-minute winner, as Germany beat Ivory Coast 2-1 to reach the World Cup last 32.

Sir Karl Jenkins has been named President of the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod for 2026, following his Classic FM Hall of Fame win.

Paraguay held on for a 1-0 win over Türkiye despite 33 shots against them and a red card under FIFA's new rule.

A Matheus Cunha brace and a Vinícius Júnior goal gave Brazil a 3-0 win over Haiti, though Raphinha's injury exit cast a shadow over the result.

An own goal and an Alex Freeman header gave the USA a 2-0 win over Australia, sending the co-hosts into the World Cup Round of 32 with a game to spare.

Anne Hathaway announced she is pregnant with her third child with husband Adam Shulman, sharing the news on Instagram on June 19.

Luis Romo's 50th-minute strike gave Mexico a 1-0 win over South Korea, making them the first team to clinch the World Cup 2026 Round of 32.

The 2026 World Cup adds a Round of 32, letting eight third-place teams advance. Here's exactly how qualification and tiebreakers work.

Son Heung-min's South Korea team boycotted media after leaked footage showed journalists mocking his military service exemption ahead of their Mexico match.

Alex Bueno, the Dominican merengue and bachata icon behind Qué Cara Más Bonita, died June 18 in New York after a nine-month battle with brain cancer. He was 62.

Daveigh Chase, voice of Lilo in Lilo & Stitch and Samara in The Ring, died June 16, 2026 from meningitis and a blood infection. She was 35.

Austria beat Jordan 3-1 in San Francisco as Arnautovic's stoppage-time penalty sealed their World Cup return after 28 years.

Career DOJ investigators were reportedly caught off guard after leadership approved Paramount's Warner Bros. Discovery acquisition.

Only Germany and Scotland won World Cup 2026 openers. Spain drew with Cape Verde, Belgium and Netherlands also dropped points.

Seiko Fullmetal Alchemist watch reservations open in Japan with Edward Elric details and a ¥65,780 price tag.

Sweden defeated Tunisia 5-1 after Yasin Ayari scored twice and Alexander Isak delivered a goal and two assists in a dominant World Cup performance.

Ivory Coast vs Ecuador ended 1-0 after Amad Diallo scored a 90th-minute winner in a tense World Cup Group E match.

Netherlands vs Japan ended 2-2 after Daichi Kamada’s 89th-minute header rescued Japan a Group F point.

Musician Oliver Tree has reportedly died at age 32 after a helicopter collision in Rio de Janeiro during his 2026 world tour.

Scotland beat Haiti 1-0 in their World Cup 2026 opener after John McGinn’s first-half goal secured a tense Group C victory.

Switzerland dominated possession and shots but needed a late Qatar equaliser denied them victory in a 1-1 international friendly.

Tyra Banks and Netflix are back in headlines after renewed attention on a lawsuit tied to reality TV production practices and workplace allegations.

USA beat Paraguay 4–1 at SoFi Stadium on June 12. Balogun scored twice, Reyna curled in a late fourth — the USMNT's best World Cup opening in history.

Canada drew 1–1 with Bosnia and Herzegovina at BMO Field on June 12. Cyle Larin equalised in the 78th minute to earn Canada its first ever World Cup point.

Disclosure Day opens June 12 with $6.5M in Thursday previews. Spielberg's UFO thriller targets a $35M domestic debut with an 82% Rotten Tomatoes score.

Amanda Anisimova faces Iva Jovic at Queen’s after a straight-sets win over Laura Siegemund put her grass-court form back in focus.

Olivia Rodrigo releases her third album, You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love, as critics assess her boldest pop era yet.

British fashion designer Nigel Cabourn has died at 77 after a decades-long career that helped redefine heritage menswear and military-inspired fashion.

Wolves sack Rob Edwards after Premier League relegation. Cesar Peixoto appointed as replacement. Edwards won five and lost 16 in 30 games at Molineux.

The Knicks last won the NBA Championship in 1973. Here's the full story of their two titles, six Finals appearances without a ring, and why 2026 matters.

The BBC is reassessing Doctor Who’s future after scrapping previously announced Christmas special plans and preparing a new franchise strategy.

Bharathiraja dies at 84 in Chennai as Tamil cinema mourns the filmmaker who transformed rural storytelling.

Patton Oswalt returns with Tea & Scotch as his new stand-up special sparks fresh attention across comedy fans.

Fire Emblem Fortune’s Weave rumors are generating major Nintendo discussion as fans speculate about Switch 2 plans and gameplay.

FIFA World Cup Schedule 2026 confirms 48 teams, 104 matches, host cities and the biggest expansion in football history.

World Cup 2026 opening ceremony kicks off June 11 in Mexico City. Shakira, Katy Perry, J Balvin and BTS headline. Three cities, three ceremonies. Full guide.

Spurs beat Knicks 115-111 in NBA Finals Game 3. Wembanyama drops 32 as San Antonio end New York's 13-game winning streak. Series now 2-1.

Ian McCulloch of Echo & the Bunnymen injured in a US car crash. Injuries not serious. Philadelphia show postponed.

NBC cancels 9 TV shows in 2026 including Brilliant Minds, The Hunting Party and Access Hollywood. Full cancellation list and what's coming next season.

Mandalorian & Grogu dominates the 2026 box office with a $100M+ debut. Pedro Pascal returns in the first Star Wars theatrical film since 2019.

Laurie Metcalf and Joe Mantello win big at the 2026 Tony Awards for Death of a Salesman with Nathan Lane. Full winners list from Radio City Music Hall.

Stacey King, three-time Bulls champion and beloved broadcaster, has died at 59 after a fall at his home. One of the NBA's most iconic voices.

Alexander Zverev wins the 2026 French Open — his first Grand Slam title after four finals and years of heartbreak. Beats Cobolli at Roland Garros. Full recap.

Mindy Kaling's new Hulu comedy 'Not Suitable for Work' hit #1 on streaming despite mixed reviews. Here's everything you need to know about her new show.

NBA Finals Game 3 is tonight — Knicks vs Spurs at Madison Square Garden, 8:30 PM ET on ABC. New York leads 2-0, chasing their first title since 1973.

Portugal beat Chile 2-1 in World Cup warmup. Leão sent off for punching, Ronaldo subbed at halftime. Portugal open vs DR Congo on June 17.