China bets on Western theme parks to help boost spending
Eager to revive the economy, Beijing is turning to attractions like Lego and Harry Potter to increase tourism. BBC News
HS2 was doomed to be a mess, say insiders – due to a ‘problem in this country’
“There’s a fundamental problem in the UK with the cost of building anything,” says one insider. Then there are questions about the planning system BBC News
Girlguiding unveils 72 new badges including ‘fandoms’ and ‘laughter’
It is only the second time in the organisation’s 116-year history that it has released new badges. BBC News
Battle of Orgreave national inquiry confirmed
Police violently clashed with striking miners at Orgreave in South Yorkshire on 18 June 1984. BBC News
ESPN host’s off-color joke during WNBA All-Star broadcast draws mixed reactions from viewers
The WNBA All-Star Game’s high-offensive output led ESPN host Elle Duncan to say something many viewed as quite crude on live television. It’s not uncommon to see a lack of…
Buzz Aldrin commemorates Apollo 11 moon landing milestone on 55th anniversary with heartfelt message
Legendary astronaut Edwin Eugene “Buzz” Aldrin Jr. shared a heartfelt message on the 55th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission, recalling the historic moment when the lunar module Eagle landed…
Trump lashes out at Biden after illegal immigrant accused of shooting CBP officer in NYC
President Donald Trump lashed out at former President Joe Biden after an off-duty Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer was allegedly shot in the face by an illegal immigrant with…
How ‘Tiger-like’ Scheffler is conquering golf
With a vice-like grip on the game, Scottie Scheffler’s Open victory shows how he has become the most dominant men’s golfer since Tiger Woods. BBC News
Brother of NFL hero Pat Tillman taken into custody after dramatic fiery crash into California post office
The brother of late NFL legend and U.S. Army Ranger Pat Tillman was involved in an early Sunday morning car crash that caused a post office to catch on fire.…
WW2 veteran and TikTok star ‘Papa’ Jake Larson dies aged 102
Tributes are being paid to the American D-Day veteran and social media star. BBC News
More abuse as women’s football grows – Bronze
England defender Lucy Bronze says players are getting more abuse the bigger women’s football becomes. BBC News
Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto: Pato O’Ward wins first Canadian titleAshleigh Stewart
Mexico’s Pato O’Ward finally won the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto on Sunday, giving the the seven-year veteran his first victory in Canada.
Don’t look away as Islamist regime in Syria allows slaughter of Christians and Druze
In recent days, heartbreaking reports have emerged from Syria: brutal murders of innocent civilians — many from minority Christian and Druze communities — allegedly perpetrated by forces aligned with the…
Inmate, 26, dies following assault at Donnacona prison in QuebecAshleigh Stewart
Correctional Service Canada says an inmate has died after an assault by other inmates at Donnacona Institution in Quebec. The man had been convicted of murder in April.
New water ombudsman will tackle leaks and overcharging
The new consumer champion is being launched as part of wider plans to overhaul the water industry. BBC News
Key stats, star players and favourites – meet Euro 2025 final four
England, Italy, Germany and Spain have booked their place in the Euro 2025 semi-finals. But how did they get here and who has stood out? BBC Sport takes a look.…
Impressive Littler eases into Matchplay last 16
World champion Luke Littler eases into the last 16 of the World Matchplay with a comfortable 10-2 win over Ryan Searle. BBC News
Scottie Scheffler’s son, Bennett, steals spotlight with adorable celebration after Open Championship win
Scottie Scheffler’s dominance on the golf course continued on Sunday, as he cruised to a victory at The Open Championship, marking his second major win this year. Just as he…
Wyndham Clark responds to Oakmont Country Club ban following destructive locker room incident
Oakmont Country Club made the decision to ban PGA Tour pro Wyndham Clark from playing on its course after damaging the locker room at this year’s U.S. Open. While Clark…