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Cliff Notes – Gold Cup final VAR USMNT robbed of handball penalty vs Mexico Mauricio Pochettino expressed frustration after the USMNT’s 2-1 loss to Mexico, insisting a handball penalty should have been awarded in the 66th minute when Jorge Sánchez handled the ball in his area. Edson Álvarez’s match-winning goal was initially ruled offside but was later confirmed by VAR, highlighting ongoing controversies surrounding officiating decisions. The handball law’s complexities have led to confusion, with Pochettino arguing that similar incidents have resulted in penalties, suggesting inconsistency in VAR application. Gold Cup final VAR: USMNT robbed of handball penalty vs. Mexico…

Cliff Notes – Higher honours, big pay day on the cards for Hurricanes hero Mitch Owen, the top run-scorer in the BBL, scored a record-breaking 108 off 42 balls, leading Hobart Hurricanes to their first title and positioning himself for lucrative franchise opportunities, including potential IPL involvement. Despite limited prior appearances, Owen’s performance has sparked discussions about his inclusion in Australia’s squad for the 2026 World Cup, with support from teammates and management regarding his future potential. Higher honours, big pay day on the cards for Hurricanes hero A day before the BBL started, Mitch Owen said he wasn’t sure…

Park Gyu-young, a star of Squid Game, apologised for accidentally revealing a significant plot point six months prior to the show’s finale.

President Trump has postponed the roll-out of planned tariffs, originally scheduled by July 9, to take effect on August 1 instead.

Cliff Notes The fate of pension savings upon death varies based on factors like retirement age, type of pension, and marital status; state pensions differ between old and new schemes regarding inheritance eligibility. Defined benefit pensions often provide a percentage of benefits, typically around 50% to spouses, while defined contribution pensions allow beneficiaries various withdrawal options, including lump sums and annuities. Pensions are generally exempt from inheritance tax, but changes from April 2027 will subject many death benefits to tax; income tax implications also differ based on the age at which the individual dies. What happens to your pension when…

Tesla shares plunged around 7 per cent in pre-market trading after Elon Musk announced the launch of a new U.S. political party, dubbed the “America Party”, and reignited a public feud with former President Donald Trump.

Devastating flash floods along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County, Texas, have claimed at least 82 lives, including 27 campers and counsellors from Camp Mystic – a girls’ summer camp – and left more than 40 people missing as of Monday.

Lots of sporting action is taking place across the USA this week, as American footballers prepare to return ahead of a new season. There’s the final of the Club World Cup to look forward to on Sunday. Superstar Beyoncé is on tour, and there are some big business events too!

(Friday 11 July 2025) – Ursula von der Leyen survived her no-confidence vote with ease, after MEPs sought to oust her. The political fallout could still be significant, with the motion reigniting concerns about her leadership style, lack of transparency and political positioning.


Much of the European news has been dominated by the ongoing heatwave sweeping the continent, with the UK set for a third heatwave this week. Plenty of European countries have issued health warnings, whilst other European nations are battling wildfires amid the extreme heat.

The Euro 2025 is in full swing, with this Sunday marking the final matches in the group stages. England’s Chelsea and France’s PSG face off for the Club World Cup final.

Cliff Notes The Trump administration has extended the effective date for tariffs on US imports, with a new expiry set for 1 August, following a 90-day pause that was due to end soon. President Trump announced that countries would receive “letters and/or deals” while also threatening an additional 10% tariff for nations supporting BRICS’ anti-American policies. Market reactions have been muted compared to previous tariff announcements, with major stock indexes across Asia and the UK experiencing slight declines. Trump tariff deadline extended as new threats issued to BRICS states The date for Trump’s tariffs to take effect has been extended,…