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• Pakistan played a three-day warm-up match against the Professional County Club Select XI as part of their 2026 tour of England. • Saud Shakeel scored 100 runs off 147 balls during Pakistan's second innings, where the team reached 264/3. • These matches allow the Pakistan national team to refine their form and strategy before competing in official tour fixtures.

• India Women defeated Hong Kong, China by 137 runs in Match 7 of the Women's Asia Cup 2026 Group A. • India scored 193/5 while Hong Kong, China managed only 56 runs. • This victory makes India the first team to officially qualify for the tournament's knockout stages.

• Hong Kong, China defeated Bahrain in the 3rd Match of Group B during the Asian Games Men's T20I Qualifier 2026. • Hong Kong posted a dominant total of 175/2 in just 16 overs, while Bahrain managed 173/9 in response. • Bahrain's effort was led by Babar Hayat, who scored 93 off 48 balls, and Shiv Mathur, who contributed 24 off 21 balls.

• India U19 secured a victory over Sri Lanka U19 in the 1st unofficial ODI of the 2026 tour, scoring 324/6 in 49.2 overs. • Sri Lanka U19 previously posted a total of 320/6, with notable contributions from Yashveer Goud (33 off 21) and Shavin Vinodh (13 off 8). • This result gives India U19 an early lead in the unofficial series, demonstrating strong batting depth and chasing capability.

• India is scheduled to compete in the 2nd Quarter-Final of the Asian Games 2026 cricket tournament. • The match will be broadcast with live scores, ball-by-ball commentary, and highlights available for viewers in the USA and Canada via Cricbuzz. • This event is a critical stage of the Asian Games, where India aims to secure a spot in the semi-finals and pursue a gold medal.

• Severe flooding has caused widespread destruction across Nepal and Tibet, with verified footage showing a desperate ongoing rescue mission. • In the Rasuwa District, floodwaters swept away a gate currently under construction at a 216-megawatt hydroelectric power plant. • The disaster highlights the vulnerability of critical infrastructure and local communities to extreme weather events in the region.

Creators of chase compilations reject any moral qualms and say they show ‘death is waiting’ for those who join warTo many observers they will appear dehumanising and offensive. To many Ukrainians, however, they are a brutal reminder of the fate that awaits Russian soldiers who take part in Vladimir Putin’s invasion, as well as a potent propaganda weapon.Over the past year and a half, videos of kamikaze drones chasing Russian service personnel to their deaths have become a distinctive genre on social media. They are the brainchild of Robert Brovdi, the head of Ukraine’s unmanned systems forces and founder of “Magyar’s Birds”, named after his call sign. Continue reading...

• India posted a strong first-innings total of 462 during the 1st Test of their 2026 tour of Sri Lanka. • Sri Lanka is currently 252/7 after 71.4 overs in their first innings, with Sonal Dinusha leading the scoring with 88 runs off 151 balls. • The match highlights a significant deficit for the home side, as they struggle to match India's dominant batting performance.

• India has reached a score of 106/1 after 30.2 overs during the first Test match of their 2026 tour of Sri Lanka. • Devdutt Padikkal is currently leading the batting with 38 runs off 59 balls, supported by KL Rahul who has scored 34 from 87 deliveries. • This match marks a critical early encounter in the series, establishing the momentum for India's campaign in Sri Lanka.

Exclusive: The videos, filmed at anti-One Nation rallies, were posted to party’s social pages and appear to be endorsed by Pauline HansonGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe owners of a progressive social media page have accused One Nation of impersonating them at anti-Pauline Hanson rallies while shooting a series of “undercover” videos.Hanson’s party has recently published a string of videos with a young male host attending leftwing protests. In the clips – published on pages owned by One Nation and Hanson on Instagram, TikTok and X – a party staffer seeks to embarrass protesters in filmed interviews. Continue reading...

• Sri Lanka A and India A are facing off in the final of the Tri Nation A Series in Sri Lanka 2026. • The match is being broadcast with live scores, ball-by-ball commentary, and video highlights for viewers in the USA and Canada. • This final determines the champion of the developmental series, showcasing the top emerging talent from both cricketing nations.

• Welsh Fire (WEF) scored 138/4 in 98 balls during the second match of The Hundred Men's Competition 2026 against Southern Brave (SOU). • Southern Brave responded with 135/7, led by Philip Salt who scored 47 runs off 37 balls and Asa Tribe who contributed 11 runs off 12 balls. • The match was a closely contested encounter, with Welsh Fire securing a narrow victory over Southern Brave.

• Disney has reached a deal with TikTok to allow select creators to use clips from its films and television shows in their videos. • The agreement follows a statement from Disney's chief marketing and brand officer, Asad Ayaz, who noted that fans are celebrating stories in "entirely new ways." • This partnership highlights the "increasingly important role" that social media and fan-generated content play in the modern entertainment landscape.

• Spain has condemned Italy and France after the two nations implemented stricter border controls and targeted checks on arrivals from Spanish territory. • The diplomatic tension follows a massive migrant crisis in Ceuta, where between 50,000 and 60,000 people attempted to enter Spain from Morocco. • Spain has labeled these unilateral security measures as "selfish" and "unlawful," arguing that the actions undermine European solidarity.

• BTS has announced they will boycott the 69th Grammy Awards by refusing to submit their music for consideration for the 2027 ceremony. • Recording Academy advisor Zeena Koda, who helped create the Best Asian Pop Music Performance category, accused the group of treating the situation as a "press campaign" that undermines efforts for Asian representation. • The conflict highlights ongoing tensions between the K-pop supergroup and the Recording Academy regarding recognition and the impact of the new category.

• The Indian government and the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) are convening for a third round of talks today to address ongoing protests regarding alleged NEET irregularities. • Security has been significantly tightened at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi to manage the crowds and maintain order during the negotiations. • The situation remains tense as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and activist Sonam Wangchuk released late-night videos related to the unfolding events.

• Nepal and Hong Kong, China, are facing off in the final of the Asian Games Men's T20I Qualifier for 2026. • The match is being broadcast with live scores, ball-by-ball commentary, and highlights via Cricbuzz for viewers in the USA and Canada. • This high-stakes final determines which team secures a qualifying spot for the 2026 Asian Games.

• Starting next month, Netflix will begin streaming licensed short-form video content from prominent digital publishers, including BuzzFeed and Condé Nast. • The platform will host a variety of content from brands such as Variety and Architectural Digest, with video lengths ranging from 3 to 20 minutes. • This move represents a strategic shift for Netflix as it expands its library beyond original series and movies to include curated digital media.

• Netflix announced it will begin hosting short-form videos, ranging from three to 20 minutes in length, directly on its homepage starting in August. • The streaming giant is partnering with top digital publishers to integrate this bite-sized content into its platform. • This strategic pivot aims to compete with the dominance of short-form video platforms like TikTok and YouTube to attract more viewers.

• Starting August 3, Netflix is integrating popular short-form video content from major digital publishers directly into its platform. • The partnership includes a variety of content from prominent media brands such as BuzzFeed, Conde Nast, and Hearst magazines. • Users can now access specific fan-favorite series, including Architectural Digest’s home tours and BuzzFeed’s “Worth It,” without leaving the Netflix app.

• Netflix is partnering with digital publishers to feature Billboard videos and other short-form content on its platform starting next month. • The new offerings will cover a diverse range of categories, including entertainment, food, travel, fashion, design, and wellness. • This initiative is part of Netflix's broader strategic mission to expand its content library beyond traditional series and films.

• Netflix is expanding its content library by adding short-form videos, ranging from three to 20 minutes, from various digital publishers to its homepage. • The initiative includes "fan-favorite" content from major brands such as BuzzFeed Studios, Condé Nast, Hearst Magazines, Tastemade, People Inc., and PMX. • These videos will diversify the platform's offerings by covering lifestyle topics, including celebrity profiles, travel, and gardening tips.

• High-level delegations from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Turkey arrived in Tehran on July 3 to attend the funeral of the late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. • Turkey notably served as the only NATO member nation present, signaling a shift in regional diplomatic dynamics despite long-standing Western sanctions on Iran. • The event is viewed as a significant geopolitical move, as key U.S. allies openly engaged with the Iranian leadership, challenging traditional Western diplomatic pressures.

• A cargo ship ran aground in the Strait of Hormuz while following an alternative shipping route that Iran claims was suggested by the United States. • The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) mocked the incident, describing the grounding as "worse than sinking" and a humiliation for the U.S. • The IRGC asserts that the accident occurred because the vessel ignored repeated warnings to stay within Iran's designated shipping corridors.

• England and India are facing off in the 1st T20I as part of India's 2026 tour of England. • Fans in the USA and Canada can access comprehensive coverage, including live scores, ball-by-ball commentary, and video highlights via Cricbuzz. • This match marks the beginning of a high-profile international series between two of the world's leading cricket nations.

• US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor announced that President Donald Trump may visit India soon following an invitation from Prime Minister Narendra Modi during their meeting in France. • Speaking at the IX USISPF Leadership Summit in Washington DC, Gor also confirmed that an upcoming Quad meeting will be held in the Philippines. • These developments underscore a growing strategic focus on Indo-Pacific maritime security and the strengthening of diplomatic ties between India and the United States.

• A severe heatwave is currently sweeping across Europe, shattering temperature records and crippling regional infrastructure. • The crisis is exacerbated by record-high electricity prices in Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands, driven by a combination of the EU's carbon credit scheme and the phaseout of Russian gas imports. • Critics argue that the European Union is prioritizing long-term climate policies over immediate, short-term solutions to alleviate the energy and heat crisis.

• India and New Zealand are facing off in the final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. • The match is being broadcast with live scores, ball-by-ball commentary, and highlights for viewers in the USA and Canada. • This championship game determines the global T20 cricket winner for 2026, marking the culmination of the tournament.