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Shubman Gill's unbeaten 80 against England in the first ODI at Edgbaston was a lesson in calculated ODI batting rather than outright aggression. On a seamer-friendly surface, he absorbed pressure, rebuilt after India's early setbacks and accelerated at the right moments to steer the chase. Even cramps couldn't derail his composure, reinforcing why Gill, who is still uncertain for the second ODI in Cardiff, is rapidly becoming India's premier chase specialist, much like Virat Kohli.

A new US dollar coin will feature President Donald Trump for America's 250th birthday. This commemorative coin is scheduled for release in the autumn of 2026. The design includes Trump's image and traditional American symbols on both sides. Critics raised concerns about this move conflicting with an 1866 law. The Treasury Department stated the coin is legal under a 2020 act.

Sonam Wangchuk continues his hunger strike for nineteen days, stating his health is not critical. He urged supporters to join a Parliament march on July 20 instead of asking him to break his fast. Wangchuk believes his protest sends a message about government accountability and the need for action. His health has been monitored, and medical tests show stable results for his condition.

Fortnite's major v41.20 update arrives on July 16, 2026, bringing exciting new content. The highly anticipated release includes a DC Comics Hot Bat Summer collaboration with popular characters. Servers will undergo maintenance for approximately two hours, starting at 4 AM ET. Players can expect new skins, items, and map changes across various game modes. This update promises a significant refresh for the popular online gaming experience.

JD Vance admitted that the Trump administration mishandled the communication surrounding the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, blaming much of the confusion on former Attorney General Pam Bondi's public remarks. He also defended Donald Trump against allegations of trying to suppress the documents and suggested that intelligence agencies like Mossad or CIA had connections to Epstein.

US defense secretary Pete Hegseth announced a new annual testosterone screening program. This initiative will target military personnel aged thirty and older for better performance. Service members under thirty can volunteer for testing, while therapy remains voluntary. Medical experts note testosterone decline with age, impacting various health aspects, while critics question the policy.

Jon Gruden discussed his biggest coaching regret, the Antonio Brown situation with the Raiders. He expressed concern over modern NFL offenses, which he feels lack communication. ​During a recent appearance on Cam Heyward's Not Just Football podcast, the Super Bowl winning coach reflected on one of the biggest disappointments of his career and shared why he believes today's NFL is moving in the wrong direction.

Lionel Messi and Argentina teammates sparked a viral moment after their World Cup semi-final victory over England, as they inspected Jordan Pickford's penalty notes taped to his water bottle. The England goalkeeper's preparations for a shootout went unused after Lautaro Martínez's stoppage-time winner sealed a 2-1 comeback. Messi's amused reaction quickly became one of the tournament's most talked-about moments.

Paresh Rawal, the acclaimed veteran actor, has expressed regret over his social media jab aimed at Anupama Chopra's critique of his film Dhurandhar. While he still holds a differing opinion on her review, he acknowledges that his reaction was inappropriate. Emphasizing the need for constructive criticism, Rawal also condemned the abusive messages sent to Chopra following his remarks, highlighting the importance of respectful discourse.

Argentina may face FIFA disciplinary action after displaying a Falklands sovereignty banner. The team celebrated a World Cup semi-final victory over England with the controversial message. This political display follows a similar incident for which Argentina was previously fined. Argentina's vice-president supported the players' actions on social media platforms. The team now prepares for the World Cup final against Spain.

Argentina clinched a dramatic 2-1 win against England on Wednesday, ensuring their place in the FIFA World Cup Final. The defending champions staged a remarkable comeback after trailing for a significant part of the match, as England's lead crumbled in the final moments. Next up for Argentina is a face-off against Spain in the grand finale this Sunday.

A 24-year-old Indian woman was fatally stabbed at her London home. A man has been charged with murder and attempted murder in connection with the incident. The victim's family alleges the attack was racially motivated and seeks government assistance. They had sold land to fund her education and future aspirations in the UK. British Sikh groups express concern over rising race-based attacks targeting vulnerable individuals.

Police exhumed a woman's body from her husband's home after she was allegedly murdered. Her husband buried her body inside the house and plastered the floor. He then filed a missing person report to divert suspicion from himself. The woman's mother had alleged her son-in-law and his parents killed her daughter. An FIR was registered, and teams are working to arrest the accused.

Isro's Department of Space has introduced new rules for scientist resignations. These new regulations aim to prevent departures from key projects like Gaganyaan. The department now requires central directors to refer all such requests to DoS. This move reverses a 2020 decision that empowered centre directors to accept resignations. Isro acknowledges departures but states it is prepared to manage the situation.

A newly married couple's family faced tragedy returning from Goa. Their SUV crashed into a parked dumper truck on the Mumbai-Goa highway. Four family members and the driver died in the devastating accident. The groom sustained severe injuries and is hospitalized for treatment. Police are investigating the dangerously parked truck and the speeding SUV.