Trionda Ball 'Drag Crisis' Baffles Goalkeepers at World Cup
Algeria's Luca Zidane among goalkeepers struggling with Adidas Trionda ball; academic paper confirms 'drag crisis' effect at certain speeds, making saves harder.
Algeria's Luca Zidane among goalkeepers struggling with Adidas Trionda ball; academic paper confirms 'drag crisis' effect at certain speeds, making saves harder.
The Met Office has issued an extended yellow thunderstorm warning for 31 areas across the UK, with lightning, hail, and gusts up to 60mph expected from 6pm to 11pm on Thursday.
The Met Office warns heavy rain and lightning will hit six UK areas from 6pm, with a yellow thunderstorm warning for South West England until midnight. Possible power cuts, flooding, and 60mph winds.
Russia's space activities, including satellite jamming and close approaches, raise fears of conflict in orbit. German Major General Michael Traut warns of potential nuclear weapons deployment, which could devastate global infrastructure.
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RecommendedMet Office issues 10-hour yellow thunderstorm warning for 106 areas across England and Wales, with Scotland under a separate warning, as record-breaking heatwave reaches 39°C.
The Met Office warns beachgoers of cold water shock risk as extreme heat alert covers England and Wales. Sea temperatures remain low, posing dangers to swimmers.
A Florida expat who moved to the UK was surprised by the intensity of the heatwave, with temperatures reaching 40°C. He described an involuntary sound when touching his car steering wheel.
FIFA chief Gianni Infantino hints hydration breaks, splitting matches into four quarters, will feature in future World Cups and likely spread to Premier League and Champions League.
The Met Office warns 98 areas across the UK will face high humidity overnight Thursday, exacerbating the heatwave with elevated nighttime temperatures.
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RecommendedThe Met Office issues a warning for swimmers as record-breaking temperatures hit, highlighting cold water shock risks and safety advice from the RNLI.
London's Central line reached 39.4C, the hottest Tube line, as the UK recorded its hottest June day at 36.1C. Commuters report 'hellish' conditions.
Two back-to-back earthquakes of magnitudes 7.1 and 7.5 struck Venezuela on June 24, causing building collapses in Caracas and triggering a tsunami warning for coasts within 300 km of the epicentre.
Leeds Bradford Airport evacuated after fire alarm, causing flight delays and passenger chaos. Normal operations resumed within two hours.
A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Caracas, Venezuela, triggering a tsunami warning for coastal areas. Residents reported intense shaking, and authorities urged caution.
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RecommendedA 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Venezuela's coast on June 24, prompting a tsunami warning for coasts within 300 km, including Bonaire, Curacao, and Aruba.
FIFA's expanded 48-team World Cup sees 8 of 12 third-place teams advance. Rules explained: head-to-head now primary group tiebreaker, fair-play conduct score, and FIFA ranking as final decider.
A 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck Mendocino County, California, on June 24, just hours before the USA faces Turkey in a World Cup group stage match at Los Angeles Stadium.
Cars in Europe have grown 1.2cm longer and 0.5cm wider yearly since 2000, leading to an estimated 2,600 extra crash deaths annually by 2040 and loss of 100,000 parking spaces in London, Transport & Environment warns.
Panama and Jordan are eliminated from the 2026 World Cup before final group games due to FIFA's new head-to-head tiebreaker rule, which prioritises results over goal difference.
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RecommendedPlay on all Wimbledon qualifying courts was suspended on Wednesday after the electronic line calling system failed due to extreme heat, forcing players off court mid-match.
The Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for six areas in southern England from 6pm to midnight Thursday, with gusty winds, lightning, hail, and heavy rain expected.
All Wimbledon qualifying matches were suspended on June 24, 2026, after intense heat caused failures in the electronic line calling system, with play paused until at least 1pm.
Carlos Quieroz questioned VAR after Jordan Pickford avoided a penalty in England's 0-0 World Cup draw with Ghana, saying 'VAR went for a coffee'.
The AA warns that older cars and classic vehicles are 'more vulnerable' as a 38C heatwave hits the UK, with risks of overheating, degraded rubber, and reduced performance.
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RecommendedFifa president Gianni Infantino claimed the organisation makes 'no additional revenue' from hydration breaks, which were booed by England fans during their World Cup draw with Ghana.
Six crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 matches today. UK viewers can watch on ITV, BBC. US viewers on FOX, Telemundo. Hosts Canada in action, Scotland face Brazil.
Leah Stewart, 35, uttered 'I love you' after being brought out of an induced coma following a great white shark attack at Coogee Beach. She remains in intensive care after five days of surgeries.
New data shows Greek airports have the highest flight delays for British travellers this summer, with Kefalonia, Corfu, and Rhodes among top 20 worst.
England fans were left frustrated as the Three Lions failed to score in a 0-0 draw against Ghana, with hydration breaks and Thomas Partey's presence sparking controversy.
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RecommendedEngland face Ghana, Portugal meet Uzbekistan, Croatia take on Panama, and Colombia play DR Congo in the second round of group stage fixtures at the 2026 World Cup.