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‘Don’t put pressure on us’ over Israel games – Ogbene
Republic of Ireland winger Chiedozie Ogbene has asked the public not to pressure players over calls to boycott upcoming Nations League matches against Israel. He said footballers should not be expected to resolve complex political issues, while confirming the squad will discuss its approach before Sunday’s fixture. Ireland face Israel in Debrecen on Sunday and…
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Unearthed clip exposes clash between El-Sayed and ex-GOP rival: ‘Muslims definitely hate you’
A resurfaced video shows Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic Senate nominee in Michigan, responding angrily to questions about whether his Muslim faith indicated links to the Muslim Brotherhood or support for Sharia law. At a 2018 gubernatorial forum, he rejected those claims, saying he would uphold the US and Michigan constitutions and arguing that Sharia law…
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Israel forward dismissed after corner-flag gun celebration against Austria
Israel’s 20-year-old forward Saied Abu Farchi was sent off during a UEFA Nations League match against Austria for using a corner flag to simulate a gun whilst celebrating his goal. Abu Farchi had equalised in the 55th minute at 1-1, but the referee showed him a second yellow card for the celebratory gesture, reducing Israel…
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The 8 Most Fun Children’s Books of All Time, Ranked
The article ranks eight children’s books for their exceptional entertainment value, highlighting stories filled with absurd humour, strange creatures, dangerous adventures and imaginative worlds. It argues that the most enjoyable books remain engaging for readers even as they grow older. – *The Cat in the Hat*: Dr Seuss’s rhyming tale of escalating household chaos, featuring…
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Xsolla President’s New Book Reveals How Gaming Companies Can ‘Get Off That Hit-Driven Hamster Wheel’
Xsolla president Chris Hewish has published a new book titled “Durable Advantage: Five Pillars of the Modern Game Business,” unveiled at Gamescom 2026 in Cologne. The book addresses the gaming industry’s current challenges of layoffs and contraction by proposing a strategic framework built on five pillars: relationships, commerce, intelligence, trust and time. Hewish argues that…
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Rocket scientist Wernher von Braun helped shape Disney’s Ludwig Von Drake
Disney introduced Ludwig Von Drake, Donald Duck’s eccentric scientist uncle, on television 65 years ago. The character helped explain science and technology to millions of viewers and was partly inspired by the real rocket scientists who shaped public understanding of the early Space Age. Von Drake’s space presentations reused animation from Disney programmes made in…
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Republican senator skewers Xi as a ‘reptile’ after Trump fawns over Chinese leader and warns: ‘His God is himself’
President Donald Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping at the White House this week, praising him warmly and describing their relationship as a great friendship. However, the visit has sparked significant disagreement amongst Capitol Hill lawmakers, with some Republicans and Democrats expressing serious concerns about the engagement amid an ongoing trade war and geopolitical tensions.…
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Trump-Xi White House dinner serves pescatarian menu without red meat
President Donald Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping for a formal White House state dinner featuring an elegant menu described as pescatarian, with red meat notably absent. The choice contrasted with Trump’s well-known preference for fast food, while the event served as a diplomatic occasion celebrating US-China relations. The meal included yellow squash velouté, wild…
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Trump aide Natalie Harp discusses her White House role and influence
Natalie Harp, a 35-year-old executive assistant to President Trump, has given a rare interview to the Washingtonian magazine about her role working closely with the president. Known as the “human printer” for printing articles for Trump to read, Harp has become recognised in the West Wing for her dedication, working around the clock at the…
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Judge Tosses Donald Trump’s Lawsuit Against Des Moines Register And Pollster Ann Selzer
An Iowa judge has dismissed Donald Trump’s lawsuit against the Des Moines Register and pollster Ann Selzer over a 2024 pre-election poll that incorrectly showed Kamala Harris leading him in Iowa by three points. The judge ruled that election polling and reporting are political speech protected by the First Amendment, and rejected Trump’s claim that…