David Beckham and Gary Oldman were both knighted in the 2025 Birthday Honours by King Charles III, highlighting their impact in sports and cinema. Beckham's recognition comes after a stellar career and prior charity work, while Oldman was honoured for his memorable acting roles. The list included more than 1,200 people from diverse fields.
Israel launched significant preemptive strikes targeting Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, citing existential fears. Tehran confirmed the death of top IRGC commander Hossein Salami and promised a forceful response. The U.S. denied involvement, warning the situation could spiral, while Israel braced for Iranian retaliation and declared a nationwide emergency.
Trump publicly urged Israel to hold back on striking Iranian nuclear sites, favoring a diplomatic solution. Despite his appeal, Israel launched an airstrike near Tehran, sparking fears of regional retaliation. The U.S. evacuated personnel from embassies and signaled it would not join the attack. Tensions build over Iran's uranium enrichment and inspection blockades.
Tyrese Haliburton powered the Pacers to a 116-107 Game 3 win over the Thunder with a near triple-double and a historic stat line. Bennedict Mathurin chipped in 27 crucial bench points. Social media instantly picked apart Haliburton’s unique Finals performance and discussed the wider NBA star drama off the court.
The Pacers grabbed a 2-1 NBA Finals lead after Game 3, sparked by Bennedict Mathurin’s 27 points off the bench. With OKC favored by the odds, Indiana’s home-court edge and depth managed to upend expectations. Prop bets on Siakam and Caruso trended well as injuries continue to shape this high-stakes series.
A gunman killed 10 and injured 11 at Dreierschützengasse school in Graz, Austria, on June 10, 2025. Police responded rapidly with major tactical units. Witnesses spoke of chaos and fear. The attack, just before the anniversary of another deadly Graz event, has shaken the nation and sparked public mourning.
HBO has unveiled more casting news for its Harry Potter series, locking in actors for key roles like the Weasley and Malfoy families, the Dursleys, and Hogwarts students. Fan anticipation grows as details emerge and iconic characters find their television counterparts.
The Thunder suffered a gut-wrenching loss in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, surrendering a lead to the Pacers and fueling doubts about their late-game execution. Despite standout efforts from Thunder stars, Indiana seized key moments. OKC looked to recalibrate quickly, roaring back in Game 2, but the spotlight now burns brighter on their composure.
The Oklahoma City Thunder aim to recover from a narrow Game 1 loss to the Indiana Pacers in the NBA Finals, with Game 2 poised to test their signature resilience. Despite the Thunder's deep bench and playoff pedigree, the Pacers look to build on their momentum and challenge OKC's dominance.
Summer Game Fest 2025 delivered a packed slate of reveals, including Sonic Prime’s crossover roster, Fortnite’s Star Wars event, Onimusha’s return, and new trailers for Death Stranding 2 and Chronicles: Medieval. The show highlighted renewed excitement for samurai and ninja games and set the stage for a busy year in gaming.
