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‘A surprising success’: US, Mexico and Canada fans on hosting the World Cup

  • Fans in US, Mexico, Canada praised World Cup atmosphere despite high prices
  • Boston, Guadalajara and Vancouver fans highlighted warm, joyful experiences
  • Critics noted host cities were too spread out compared with 2010 South Africa

The Guardian gathered reactions from football fans across the United States, Mexico and Canada on hosting this summer's World Cup, with contributors describing an experience marked by warmth and enthusiasm despite steep costs and organisational frustrations. Contributors from Boston to Vancouver described vibrant street scenes, welcoming locals and…

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‘I am still alive’: Indian activist on hunger strike for 26 days loses 11kg

  • Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk on 26-day hunger strike demanding Education Minister Pradhan's resignation over exam security breaches
  • Hospitalised but continuing fast unless government guarantees no reprisals against student protesters
  • Thousands remain at protest site despite Monday's police crackdown; government expresses openness to dialogue

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk has continued a hunger strike into its 26th day, saying he has lost 11kg but remains "still alive". The strike, held in support of the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) movement, is demanding education reforms and the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, whom…

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Matt Damon Almost Starred as Robin in Two Different Batman Movies

  • Matt Damon auditioned for Robin twice, never got the role
  • First tried out during Tim Burton's Batman era
  • Also screen-tested in 1993 before Chris O'Donnell got the part

Matt Damon has revealed that he auditioned for the role of Robin in two separate live-action Batman film projects earlier in his career, though he never landed either part. Speaking on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, the actor recalled trying out for the role first during Tim Burton's…

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Trump nemesis Jack Smith accused of lying to Congress in criminal referral to the Justice Department

  • Jim Jordan refers Jack Smith to DOJ over alleged false congressional testimony
  • Smith previously prosecuted Trump over 2020 election conduct
  • Referral accuses Smith of trying to obstruct the committee's inquiry

Republican Congressman Jim Jordan, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, has submitted a criminal referral to the Justice Department accusing former special counsel Jack Smith of lying to Congress. Smith, who previously led the federal prosecution of Donald Trump over his conduct following the 2020 presidential election, is…

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The real Prince George: As our future King turns 13, REBECCA ENGLISH reveals the role model who’s the ‘heart and soul’ of his family, the hobby he’s ‘obsessed’ with and why Kate and William have ‘risked public criticism’ to ensure his happiness

  • Prince George turned 13; new portrait and Cornwall holiday video released.
  • He starts at Eton College this autumn, apart from his siblings' school.
  • William and Kate are easing him gradually into public royal duties.

Prince George has turned 13, prompting a Daily Mail profile of the future King as he prepares to start at Eton College this autumn, ending years of being schooled alongside at least one sibling. The article, by royal editor Rebecca English, marks the milestone with a new official…

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ServiceNow bets $40 million on Indian banking software specialist to expand its financial services push

  • ServiceNow invests $40m in Indian firm BusinessNext at $700m valuation
  • Deal pairs BusinessNext's banking software with ServiceNow's global sales reach
  • BusinessNext serves 70+ banks, including India's central bank and top lenders

ServiceNow, the US enterprise software firm best known for automating IT service and HR workflows, has invested $40 million in BusinessNext, an Indian banking software specialist, valuing the company at $700 million and giving ServiceNow a roughly 5% stake. The deal deepens ServiceNow's push into global financial services…

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Hazmat incident sparks emergency response at Flinders Medical Centre

  • Hazmat crews called to Flinders Medical Centre, South Australia
  • Chemical smell reported in the emergency department
  • Incident occurred at 2.30pm Thursday; details still emerging

Emergency services were called to Flinders Medical Centre in Bedford Park, South Australia, after a hazmat incident on Thursday afternoon. The Metropolitan Fire Service attended the hospital following reports of a chemical smell in the emergency department, prompting an urgent response at the site. The call-out was made…

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‘It All Turned Out How It Was Supposed To’: Budjerah Discusses His Long-Gestating Debut Album ‘Gentleman’

  • Budjerah releases debut album "Gentleman" on 24 July after nearly four years
  • Album produced by Om'Mas Keith, features songwriting from Diane Warren
  • Follows his 2021 ARIA win and Ed Sheeran collaboration "2step"

Australian singer-songwriter Budjerah is set to release his debut full-length album, "Gentleman," on 24 July, marking the culmination of a project that has been in the works for nearly four years. The 24-year-old, best known for his 2021 ARIA Award win and his collaboration with Ed Sheeran on…

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Xenoblade Chronicles Studio Monolith Soft Helped Out With Splatoon Raiders

  • Monolith Soft helped with art on new game Splatoon Raiders
  • Studio previously assisted on all three mainline Splatoon titles
  • Xenoblade Chronicles 2's Switch 2 Edition arrives the same week

Monolith Soft, the studio behind the Xenoblade Chronicles series, has confirmed it contributed to Splatoon Raiders, the new Switch 2-exclusive spin-off from Nintendo. The developer, best known for its role-playing games but also a frequent collaborator on Nintendo's first-party titles, revealed its involvement via a social media post…

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Albo under pressure to take tougher stance against Israel’s treatment of Palestinians – as Labor MP makes move against PM

  • Labor MP Ed Husic wants tougher party platform on Israel-Palestine
  • Move challenges PM Albanese ahead of Adelaide conference vote Saturday
  • Debate could reshape Australia's diplomatic stance on Gaza conflict

Labor MP Ed Husic is pushing for the party to adopt a tougher public stance on Israel's treatment of Palestinians, seeking to amend the national platform ahead of a key vote at Labor's national conference in Adelaide on Saturday. The move sets up a direct challenge to Prime…

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