The first trailer for Thunderbolts has dropped, and fans are already buzzing about the upcoming antihero Avengers movie. The teaser spotlights Florence Pugh's Yelena Belova, leading a team of misfits including David Harbour's Red Guardian and Wyatt Russell's John Walker. With promises of grounded action and thrilling suspense, this film looks to be a must-see for Marvel fans. While we wait for its May release, the trailer has already sparked speculation about hidden Easter eggs and potential plot twists.
After falling out of favour in Manchester City, Joao Cancelo is set to make a move to the Saudi Pro League, with Al-Hilal reportedly close to signing the defender. Cancelo's medicals are scheduled for Friday, and the deal is expected to cost Al-Hilal a staggering €38 million. According to The Guardian, the Saudi club is also eyeing Manchester City's Kyle Walker and Bayer Leverkusen's Jeremie Frimpong to bolster their defence.
As the Indian men's hockey team advanced to the semifinals at the Tokyo Olympics, all eyes were on the legendary PR Sreejesh, who has been a consistent and steadfast presence on the team for years. With his exceptional skills and heroics, Sreejesh has been the man who has bailed India out and led them to victory on numerous occasions. As the team prepares for the semifinals, all hopes rest on Sreejesh and his unwavering determination to bring home a medal in his final Olympics.
Fans of Stranger Things will be thrilled to hear that the highly anticipated fifth season of the hit TV series is shaping up to be the best one yet. In a recent interview with The Guardian, Maya Hawke, who plays Robin Buckley, shares some juicy details about what's in store for fans in the upcoming season. According to the daughter of Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman, season five will see a return to the show's roots, but with a much bigger and grander scale. Unfortunately, it will also mark the end of some beloved characters, as the creators have confirmed that the story of Eleven, Dustin, Lucas, and Hopper will conclude in the final season.
The Mail & Guardian's 200 Young South Africans event recognized and celebrated the achievements of 200 young individuals under the age of 35 who are shaping the future of the nation. This year's winners were selected from 16 categories across various sectors and industries, with a special mention to six Editor's Choice honorees. The event, held on June 27th, was a night of glitz and appreciation, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the youth. Real-time updates of the event can be viewed and celebrated on the Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa's dashboard.
Marking the death anniversary of India's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, PM Modi honored his contributions and credited him as the "architect of modern India." Meanwhile, Congress leaders have also paid floral tributes to Nehru, recognizing him as a dedicated guardian of democracy. On this day, India celebrates Children's Day to honor Nehru's love for children and his efforts towards their well-being.
In this episode of The Football News Show, Guardian writer Jamie Jackson and former Premier League player Michael Brown discuss Manchester United's disappointing season and whether or not manager Erik ten Hag should be replaced. As the team prepares for the FA Cup final, speculations about ten Hag's future are circulating. Meanwhile in the cricket world, nine matches in the County Championship kick off today and Leclerc holds the fastest lap in Monaco's second practice. In other news, the second season of BBC's hit crime drama, The Kinsellas, is now available exclusively on BBC iPlayer. Plus, follow the hunt for a wanted people smuggler on the run in a new documentary. Don't miss these latest updates in the world of sports.
British newspaper groups have sent a letter to Apple expressing concerns about the impact of their planned ad-blocking feature on the financial sustainability of journalists. This feature, which will be included in the next iOS update, aims to remove ads and unwanted content from websites. The News Media Association, representing 900 titles including The Times and The Guardian, stated that journalism relies on advertising revenue and that online platforms are crucial for accessing and monetizing content.
The Australian foreign minister, Penny Wong, has personally condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his "deeply insensitive" remarks about the deaths of an Australian aid worker and six of her colleagues in an Israeli drone strike in Gaza. This comes as the Israeli military reveals it has completed its investigation into the incident and faced criticism from other world leaders, including US President Joe Biden. Wong and other leaders are calling for Israel to take action to protect civilians and aid workers, and are rejecting the justification that these deaths were just "something that happens in war." In her interview with Guardian Australia's Australian Politics podcast, Wong suggests that Netanyahu's remarks are an attempt to justify a violation of the rules of war.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has joined over 50 Labour MPs in demanding an immediate end to UK arms sales to Israel following a deadly drone attack in Gaza. The official Labour stance, stated by shadow foreign secretary David Lammy, is for a halt in arms sales only if there is a risk of serious breaches of international law. However, Khan and others are calling on the government to publish its legal advice on the matter and use its influence to hold the Israeli government accountable for their actions.