A strengthening El Nino that could shatter all-time records is "adding fuel to a planet already on fire" and pushing the world into "uncharted territory," UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned Friday."Two months ago, I warned that El Nino was arriving on our doorstep," Guterres told the world body. "Now it is inside the house -- and turning up the heat."The El Nino weather pattern warms surface temperatures in the central and eastern equatorial Pacific Ocean, triggering worldwide changes in winds, atmospheric pressure and rainfall patterns, and pushing warmer overall global temperatures.Human-caused climate change can amplify El Nino's impacts because a warmer ocean and atmosphere increase the availability of energy and moisture for extreme weather events, such as heat waves and heavy rainfall."We have already endured a summer of extremes -- record-shattering heat domes; apocalyptic wildfires raging in Spain, France and far beyond; thousands of lives lost in the scorching conditions," said Guterres. "But according to the latest science, this is only a warm-up act."Pacific waters driving the El Nino have never been this warm this early, he said, with a new forecast by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) finding sea-surface temperatures now averaging 3C (5.4F) above normal.The WMO's outlook shows that through October, nearly every land mass on Earth is expected to be hotter than normal."Taken together, that risks shattering every seasonal record -- and driving even more severe effects worldwide," said Guterres. "We are in uncharted territory."The risks go beyond heat alone, he added. India's monsoon is running well below average, while hotter and drier conditions are forecast from Central America and the Caribbean to parts of South America, South Asia, the Southwest Pacific, Europe and Africa."The verdict is clear: the climate crisis is in overdrive," said Guterres, outlining action required on four fronts.First, protect people from heat with city- and country-wide heat plans and early warning systems, including expanded access to sustainable cooling.Second, make work safer, with governments setting heat standards so vulnerable workers — in the garment industry, for example — aren't risking their lives.Third, build protection from extreme heat into the design of cities, homes, schools and hospitals, and factor it into plans and budgets.Fourth and most fundamentally, "the world must stop fueling the crisis," said Guterres, and roll back fossil fuels that are driving planet-wide heating rather than treating each disaster as an isolated tragedy.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Pacific waters driving the El Nino have never been this warm this early, he said, with a new forecast by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) finding sea-surface temperatures now averaging 3C (5.4F) above normal.

A strengthening El Nino that could shatter all-time records is "adding fuel to a planet already on fire" and pushing the world into "uncharted territory," UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned Friday. "Two months ago, I warned that El Nino was arriving on our doorstep," Guterres told the world body. "Now it is inside the house -- and turning up the heat." The El Nino weather pattern warms surface temperatures in the central and eastern equatorial Pacific Ocean, triggering worldwide changes in winds, atmospheric pressure and rainfall patterns, and pushing warmer overall global temperatures. Human-caused climate change can amplify El Nino's impacts because a warmer ocean and atmosphere increase the availability of energy and moisture for extreme weather events, such as heat waves and heavy rainfall. "We have already endured a summer of extremes -- record-shattering heat domes; apocalyptic wildfires raging in Spain, France and far beyond; thousands of lives lost in the scorching conditions," said Guterres. "But according to the latest science, this is only a warm-up act." Pacific waters driving the El Nino have never been this warm this early, he said, with a new forecast by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) finding sea-surface temperatures now averaging 3C (5.4F) above normal. The WMO's outlook shows that through October, nearly every land mass on Earth is expected to be hotter than normal. "Taken together, that risks shattering every seasonal record -- and driving even more severe effects worldwide," said Guterres. "We are in uncharted territory." The risks go beyond heat alone, he added. India's monsoon is running well below average, while hotter and drier conditions are forecast from Central America and the Caribbean to parts of South America, South Asia, the Southwest Pacific, Europe and Africa. "The verdict is clear: the climate crisis is in overdrive," said Guterres, outlining action required on four fronts. First, protect people from heat with city- and country-wide heat plans and early warning systems, including expanded access to sustainable cooling. Second, make work safer, with governments setting heat standards so vulnerable workers — in the garment industry, for example — aren't risking their lives. Third, build protection from extreme heat into the design of cities, homes, schools and hospitals, and factor it into plans and budgets. Fourth and most fundamentally, "the world must stop fueling the crisis," said Guterres, and roll back fossil fuels that are driving planet-wide heating rather than treating each disaster as an isolated tragedy. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Pacific waters driving the El Nino have never been this warm this early, he said, with a new forecast by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) finding sea-surface temperatures now averaging 3C (5.4F) above normal.

‘Adding fuel to planet already on fire’: UN Chief warns El Nino strengthening

LeBron James has signed a contract to play for the Philadelphia 76ers, the team announced Monday, with managing owner Josh Harris "thrilled" about chances for their first NBA title since 1983. James announced on Friday he would play for the Sixers on a two-year deal worth $8 million, ending a weeks-long mystery over the 41-year-old superstar's future, but the 76ers had no comment throughout the weekend."I am thrilled to welcome LeBron James to the Philadelphia 76ers," ownership managing partner Harris said in a statement. "One of the greatest players in NBA history and one of the best athletes ever, his accomplishments are iconic."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/andrea-pirlo-drops-out-of-italy-head-coach-race-amid-russian-betting-company-row-1785155277900">Andrea Pirlo drops out of Italy head coach race amid Russian betting company row</a>James, the NBA's all-time scoring leader set to begin his record 24th campaign in October, is a four-time NBA champion and four-time NBA Most Valuable Player.After winning two titles with Miami, another with hometown club Cleveland and his most recent with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2020, James could become the first NBA player to win crowns with four different teams.James, a three-time Olympic champion and 22-time NBA All-Star, joins a Sixers roster filled with NBA stars in hopes of bringing Philadelphia an NBA title for the first time since Julius Erving led the club to the crown 43 years ago."I cannot wait to see LeBron alongside Jaylen Brown, VJ Edgecombe, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and our talented roster as we work to deliver a championship for Philly," Harris said."To LeBron and his family: we are grateful you chose the 76ers, and look forward to this next chapter of your legendary career. Welcome to the 76ers!"James has career averages of 26.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, 7.4 assists and 1.5 steals over 1,622 games.<h2>'Ultimate competitor'</h2>Philadelphia 76ers president of basketball operations Mike Gansey, an Ohio high school rival of James on the court, expects the legend will boost the club and the community."There's no doubt LeBron is one of the greatest players to ever play the game of basketball and there are no words to measure the impact he'll have on this organization," Gansey said."I've had the pleasure of knowing LeBron since high school and have seen the high-level impact he has produced at every stop of his basketball journey. He is a consummate professional, the ultimate competitor, and a tireless worker."But he's also an incredible person with natural leadership traits, a family man, and someone who possesses unwavering commitment to community and those around him. We couldn't be happier that he's officially here."The 76ers posted a photo on social media of a James jersey, keeping his tradition number 23 with his new club, hanging in a locker with a crown on a shelf inside it, a nod toward "King James" being with the Sixers.James has taken teams into the NBA playoffs 19 times, matching a league record, with post-season averages of 28.2 points, 8.9 rebounds, 7.2 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.0 blocked shots over 302 games.In June, James announced he was leaving the Lakers and numerous clubs were seen as contenders to become his new home, including Miami, Cleveland, Golden State and Minnesota as well as the 76ers.Philadelphia swung a deal with Boston three weeks ago for Brown, sending Paul George to the Celtics, and together with center Embiid and top guards Maxey and Edgecombe they provided a lineup too good for James to pass up in his quest for a fifth NBA title."I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team and I am so excited to energize a new fan base and start this incredible journey one last time," James posted on X Friday.

James, the NBA's all-time scoring leader set to begin his record 24th campaign in October, is a four-time NBA champion and four-time NBA Most Valuable Player.

LeBron James has signed a contract to play for the Philadelphia 76ers, the team announced Monday, with managing owner Josh Harris "thrilled" about chances for their first NBA title since 1983. James announced on Friday he would play for the Sixers on a two-year deal worth $8 million, ending a weeks-long mystery over the 41-year-old superstar's future, but the 76ers had no comment throughout the weekend. "I am thrilled to welcome LeBron James to the Philadelphia 76ers," ownership managing partner Harris said in a statement. "One of the greatest players in NBA history and one of the best athletes ever, his accomplishments are iconic." Also Read - Andrea Pirlo drops out of Italy head coach race amid Russian betting company row James, the NBA's all-time scoring leader set to begin his record 24th campaign in October, is a four-time NBA champion and four-time NBA Most Valuable Player. After winning two titles with Miami, another with hometown club Cleveland and his most recent with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2020, James could become the first NBA player to win crowns with four different teams. James, a three-time Olympic champion and 22-time NBA All-Star, joins a Sixers roster filled with NBA stars in hopes of bringing Philadelphia an NBA title for the first time since Julius Erving led the club to the crown 43 years ago. "I cannot wait to see LeBron alongside Jaylen Brown, VJ Edgecombe, Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and our talented roster as we work to deliver a championship for Philly," Harris said. "To LeBron and his family: we are grateful you chose the 76ers, and look forward to this next chapter of your legendary career. Welcome to the 76ers!" James has career averages of 26.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, 7.4 assists and 1.5 steals over 1,622 games. 'Ultimate competitor' Philadelphia 76ers president of basketball operations Mike Gansey, an Ohio high school rival of James on the court, expects the legend will boost the club and the community. "There's no doubt LeBron is one of the greatest players to ever play the game of basketball and there are no words to measure the impact he'll have on this organization," Gansey said. "I've had the pleasure of knowing LeBron since high school and have seen the high-level impact he has produced at every stop of his basketball journey. He is a consummate professional, the ultimate competitor, and a tireless worker. "But he's also an incredible person with natural leadership traits, a family man, and someone who possesses unwavering commitment to community and those around him. We couldn't be happier that he's officially here." The 76ers posted a photo on social media of a James jersey, keeping his tradition number 23 with his new club, hanging in a locker with a crown on a shelf inside it, a nod toward "King James" being with the Sixers. James has taken teams into the NBA playoffs 19 times, matching a league record, with post-season averages of 28.2 points, 8.9 rebounds, 7.2 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.0 blocked shots over 302 games. In June, James announced he was leaving the Lakers and numerous clubs were seen as contenders to become his new home, including Miami, Cleveland, Golden State and Minnesota as well as the 76ers. Philadelphia swung a deal with Boston three weeks ago for Brown, sending Paul George to the Celtics, and together with center Embiid and top guards Maxey and Edgecombe they provided a lineup too good for James to pass up in his quest for a fifth NBA title. "I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team and I am so excited to energize a new fan base and start this incredible journey one last time," James posted on X Friday.

James, the NBA's all-time scoring leader set to begin his record 24th campaign in October, is a four-time NBA champion and four-time NBA Most Valuable Player.

LeBron James in 76ers: Philly 'thrilled' about first NBA title chances since 1983 after signing legend

Tadej Pogacar ticked off a "big goal" as he claimed his record-equalling fifth Tour de France title as Mathieu van der Poel won a sensational 21st and final stage around Paris on Sunday. Two-time world champion Pogacar joined Jacques Anquetil, Eddy Merckx, Bernard Hinault and Miguel Indurain as the most successful riders in Tour history."I'm really incredibly proud to be a fifth time winner of the biggest race in the world," Pogacar told France Televisions.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/formula-1-world-champion-lando-norris-storms-to-first-win-of-2026-season-at-hungarian-grand-prix-1785086374685">Formula 1: World champion Lando Norris storms to first win of 2026 season at Hungarian Grand Prix</a>"It was a big goal to get five and, I'm not going to lie, it's one goal achieved."Pogacar had all but secured his historic title during the previous two mountain stages that finished on the iconic Alpe d'Huez climb.The 27-year-old Slovenian won five stages and had been in yellow since his victory in the Pyrenean sixth stage.He now has 26 stage victories in total, putting him fourth in the all-time list behind only Mark Cavendish (35), Merckx (34) and Hinault (28).He also surpassed both Indurain and Chris Froome for total days spent in yellow with 70, and trails now only Hinault (75) and Merckx (96).He is the youngest rider to have won five Tours, more than a year younger than Merckx was in achieving the same feat, and is the first person to finish on the podium seven years running.He is also the only rider to have been on the podium in nine consecutive Grand Tours.And the Slovenian played his part in a stunning final stage, which was shortened to 88.7km due to wildfires raging in the southwest.Van der Poel and Pogacar escaped together on the final climb up Montmartre with 10km to ride and then fought to the finish with a chasing group of sprinters closing in.As Pogacar's strength sapped inside the last 700 metres, and with the chasers just seconds behind, Van der Poel struck out alone.The cobbled classics specialist held on to win by half a bike length in a photo finish from his Alpecin Premier Tech teammate Jasper Philipsen, with Mads Pedersen in third."(For) a year I was thinking about this, and I was sick last year and had to watch this stage on television," said Van der Poel."I was already thinking about this moment, and the way it went, it's a dream."It was super hard to be up there with the best rider in the world, all my respect for Tadej."<h2>Historic Tour</h2>It was Van der Poel's second stage victory in the 113th edition of the Tour and his fourth in total.Olympic champion Remco Evenepoel finished second overall, almost six and a half minutes back, with Mexican Isaac Del Toro in third.It was a successful Tour for Dane Pedersen, who won the sprinters' green jersey competition.Richard Carapaz of Ecuador triumphed in the polkadot King of the Mountains jersey category, and Del Toro finished in the best young rider's white jersey.Carapaz, who won two mountain stages, was also voted as the Tour's most combative rider.French great Julian Alaphilippe, a two-time world champion, announced that he had competed in his final Tour.The 34-year-old famously held the coveted yellow jersey for 14 days in 2019 before losing it two days before reaching Paris.It was a historic Tour in many ways.It was only the third time in 113 editions after 1926 and 1999 that no Frenchman has won a stage.But even more remarkable is that it is the first time in 302 Grand Tours -- including the Giro d'Italia and Vuelta a Espana -- that no rider from either France, Italy or Spain has won a stage.By contrast riders from Slovenia, Mexico, Ecuador and Denmark won stages -- showing just how much cycling has expanded beyond its traditional western European founding base.The entire peloton set a new record for the fastest ever road stage.The 11th from Vichy to Nevers was ridden at an average speed of 50.9kph, beating the old record of 50.35kph from 1990.By finishing third, Del Toro became the first Mexican to finish on a Tour podium, while fourth-placed Paul Seixas at 19 was the youngest rider in the Grande Boucle since Adrien Cento in 1937.

Pogacar had all but secured his historic title during the previous two mountain stages that finished on the iconic Alpe d'Huez climb.

Tadej Pogacar ticked off a "big goal" as he claimed his record-equalling fifth Tour de France title as Mathieu van der Poel won a sensational 21st and final stage around Paris on Sunday. Two-time world champion Pogacar joined Jacques Anquetil, Eddy Merckx, Bernard Hinault and Miguel Indurain as the most successful riders in Tour history. "I'm really incredibly proud to be a fifth time winner of the biggest race in the world," Pogacar told France Televisions. Also Read - Formula 1: World champion Lando Norris storms to first win of 2026 season at Hungarian Grand Prix "It was a big goal to get five and, I'm not going to lie, it's one goal achieved." Pogacar had all but secured his historic title during the previous two mountain stages that finished on the iconic Alpe d'Huez climb. The 27-year-old Slovenian won five stages and had been in yellow since his victory in the Pyrenean sixth stage. He now has 26 stage victories in total, putting him fourth in the all-time list behind only Mark Cavendish (35), Merckx (34) and Hinault (28). He also surpassed both Indurain and Chris Froome for total days spent in yellow with 70, and trails now only Hinault (75) and Merckx (96). He is the youngest rider to have won five Tours, more than a year younger than Merckx was in achieving the same feat, and is the first person to finish on the podium seven years running. He is also the only rider to have been on the podium in nine consecutive Grand Tours. And the Slovenian played his part in a stunning final stage, which was shortened to 88.7km due to wildfires raging in the southwest. Van der Poel and Pogacar escaped together on the final climb up Montmartre with 10km to ride and then fought to the finish with a chasing group of sprinters closing in. As Pogacar's strength sapped inside the last 700 metres, and with the chasers just seconds behind, Van der Poel struck out alone. The cobbled classics specialist held on to win by half a bike length in a photo finish from his Alpecin Premier Tech teammate Jasper Philipsen, with Mads Pedersen in third. "(For) a year I was thinking about this, and I was sick last year and had to watch this stage on television," said Van der Poel. "I was already thinking about this moment, and the way it went, it's a dream. "It was super hard to be up there with the best rider in the world, all my respect for Tadej." Historic Tour It was Van der Poel's second stage victory in the 113th edition of the Tour and his fourth in total. Olympic champion Remco Evenepoel finished second overall, almost six and a half minutes back, with Mexican Isaac Del Toro in third. It was a successful Tour for Dane Pedersen, who won the sprinters' green jersey competition. Richard Carapaz of Ecuador triumphed in the polkadot King of the Mountains jersey category, and Del Toro finished in the best young rider's white jersey. Carapaz, who won two mountain stages, was also voted as the Tour's most combative rider. French great Julian Alaphilippe, a two-time world champion, announced that he had competed in his final Tour. The 34-year-old famously held the coveted yellow jersey for 14 days in 2019 before losing it two days before reaching Paris. It was a historic Tour in many ways. It was only the third time in 113 editions after 1926 and 1999 that no Frenchman has won a stage. But even more remarkable is that it is the first time in 302 Grand Tours -- including the Giro d'Italia and Vuelta a Espana -- that no rider from either France, Italy or Spain has won a stage. By contrast riders from Slovenia, Mexico, Ecuador and Denmark won stages -- showing just how much cycling has expanded beyond its traditional western European founding base. The entire peloton set a new record for the fastest ever road stage. The 11th from Vichy to Nevers was ridden at an average speed of 50.9kph, beating the old record of 50.35kph from 1990. By finishing third, Del Toro became the first Mexican to finish on a Tour podium, while fourth-placed Paul Seixas at 19 was the youngest rider in the Grande Boucle since Adrien Cento in 1937.

Pogacar had all but secured his historic title during the previous two mountain stages that finished on the iconic Alpe d'Huez climb.

Two-time world champ Tadej Pogacar wins record-equalling fifth Tour de France

The European Union on Wednesday gave the conditional green light for Paramount Skydance's $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery.&nbsp;After there were concerns about the deal's impact on film distribution in Europe, Brussels said Paramount must terminate its stake in United International Pictures -- a joint venture with Universal -- in the European Economic Area (EEA), which includes 27 EU states.&nbsp;European regulators said in a statement that for a period of 10 years, Paramount should also not directly or indirectly "enter into any agreement or understanding with Universal to jointly co-distribute films in the EEA".&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/paramount-and-warner-bros-110b-merger-paused-here-s-what-has-happened-1784600744765">Paramount and Warner Bros $110B merger paused, here's what has happened</a>&nbsp;The EU said it did not have fears about the deal's impact on film production because enough studios remain as competitors in Europe, pointing to major US players like Disney, smaller US ones like Amazon MGM, and European studios.&nbsp;"These commitments fully address the competition concerns identified by the (European) Commission by ensuring that the films of the merged entity will not be distributed jointly with those of Universal or Disney," the EU said."Under the supervision of the commission, an independent trustee will monitor their implementation," it added.Paramount's bid still faces hurdles across the Atlantic after a federal judge in California ordered the companies to temporarily pause their merger this week.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/paramount-warner-bros-merger-court-hears-multi-state-challenge-against-111b-deal-1784343023354">Paramount-Warner Bros merger: Court hears multi-state challenge against $111B deal</a><h2>- Eyes on US courts -</h2>&nbsp;The takeover saga has been a drama worthy of a Hollywood film itself.&nbsp;Netflix abandoned its effort to buy Warner Bros. Discovery in February after Paramount Skydance won a tense bidding war.&nbsp;The combined company would control a vast array of assets, including CNN, Warner Bros. Pictures and the HBO Max streaming service.&nbsp;Politics has been part of the drama from the beginning as US President Donald Trump has made it clear he is interested in what the merger will mean for broadcaster CNN, which often draws his ire.&nbsp;The US judge's order on Monday came after 12 states led by California sued to block the deal after the justice department last month approved the merger.&nbsp;Washington's green light was not a surprise for many since Paramount CEO David Ellison is the son of Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison, a close ally of Trump.&nbsp;There will be a US hearing on August 3 regarding a preliminary injunction, which would prevent the transaction being closed before a final decision.

European regulators said in a statement that for a period of 10 years, Paramount should also not directly or indirectly “enter into any agreement or understanding with Universal to jointly co-distribute films in the EEA”

The European Union on Wednesday gave the conditional green light for Paramount Skydance's $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. After there were concerns about the deal's impact on film distribution in Europe, Brussels said Paramount must terminate its stake in United International Pictures -- a joint venture with Universal -- in the European Economic Area (EEA), which includes 27 EU states. European regulators said in a statement that for a period of 10 years, Paramount should also not directly or indirectly "enter into any agreement or understanding with Universal to jointly co-distribute films in the EEA". Also read: Paramount and Warner Bros $110B merger paused, here's what has happened The EU said it did not have fears about the deal's impact on film production because enough studios remain as competitors in Europe, pointing to major US players like Disney, smaller US ones like Amazon MGM, and European studios. "These commitments fully address the competition concerns identified by the (European) Commission by ensuring that the films of the merged entity will not be distributed jointly with those of Universal or Disney," the EU said. "Under the supervision of the commission, an independent trustee will monitor their implementation," it added. Paramount's bid still faces hurdles across the Atlantic after a federal judge in California ordered the companies to temporarily pause their merger this week. Also read: Paramount-Warner Bros merger: Court hears multi-state challenge against $111B deal - Eyes on US courts - The takeover saga has been a drama worthy of a Hollywood film itself. Netflix abandoned its effort to buy Warner Bros. Discovery in February after Paramount Skydance won a tense bidding war. The combined company would control a vast array of assets, including CNN, Warner Bros. Pictures and the HBO Max streaming service. Politics has been part of the drama from the beginning as US President Donald Trump has made it clear he is interested in what the merger will mean for broadcaster CNN, which often draws his ire. The US judge's order on Monday came after 12 states led by California sued to block the deal after the justice department last month approved the merger. Washington's green light was not a surprise for many since Paramount CEO David Ellison is the son of Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison, a close ally of Trump. There will be a US hearing on August 3 regarding a preliminary injunction, which would prevent the transaction being closed before a final decision.

European regulators said in a statement that for a period of 10 years, Paramount should also not directly or indirectly “enter into any agreement or understanding with Universal to jointly co-distribute films in the EEA”

Paramount and Warner Bros's $110 million gets EU nod as US court puts a pause on the deal

Luis Suarez scored twice and Preston Plambeck grabbed a late winner as Inter Miami, without Lionel Messi, &nbsp;beat Chicago Fire 3-2 on Wednesday to spoil Robert Lewandowski's Major League Soccer debut. Uruguayan veteran Suarez captained Miami with Messi and fellow Argentine Rodrigo de Paul missing four days after Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup final. The 37-year-old Poland striker Lewandowski was making his MLS debut having signed from Barcelona after they were crowned Spanish champions.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/glasgow-2026-commonwealth-games-opening-ceremony-date-time-performers-all-you-need-to-know-1784726628268">Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games opening ceremony: All you need to know</a>Prolific goalscorer Lewandowski, who also starred for Bayern Munich from 2014-2022 and has more than 700 goals for club and country, started for Chicago and played 63 minutes.But it was 20-year-old Plambeck, a product of Miami's youth system, who emerged as the unlikely hero, coming off the bench to score the 87th-minute winner.Lewandowski had an attempt blocked in the 14th minute, but the Fire got on the board four minutes later through a calamitous own goal.Miami goalkeeper Rocco Rios Novo, starting in place of Canada World Cup keeper Dayne St. Clair, took a swing at a routine pass back from Ian Fray only to miss and see it roll into the net.Suarez levelled from the penalty spot in the 27th minute and put Miami ahead in the 51st, firing home after being set-up by a brilliant backheel from German Berterame.Chicago's South African Puso Dithejane made it 2-2 in the 67th minute only for Plambeck to have the final say by volleying home the rebound for his first Miami goal after goalkeeper Chris Brady had parried Suarez's close-range shot.

Prolific goalscorer Lewandowski, who also starred for Bayern Munich from 2014-2022 and has more than 700 goals for club and country.

Luis Suarez scored twice and Preston Plambeck grabbed a late winner as Inter Miami, without Lionel Messi, beat Chicago Fire 3-2 on Wednesday to spoil Robert Lewandowski's Major League Soccer debut. Uruguayan veteran Suarez captained Miami with Messi and fellow Argentine Rodrigo de Paul missing four days after Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup final. The 37-year-old Poland striker Lewandowski was making his MLS debut having signed from Barcelona after they were crowned Spanish champions. Also Read - Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games opening ceremony: All you need to know Prolific goalscorer Lewandowski, who also starred for Bayern Munich from 2014-2022 and has more than 700 goals for club and country, started for Chicago and played 63 minutes. But it was 20-year-old Plambeck, a product of Miami's youth system, who emerged as the unlikely hero, coming off the bench to score the 87th-minute winner. Lewandowski had an attempt blocked in the 14th minute, but the Fire got on the board four minutes later through a calamitous own goal. Miami goalkeeper Rocco Rios Novo, starting in place of Canada World Cup keeper Dayne St. Clair, took a swing at a routine pass back from Ian Fray only to miss and see it roll into the net. Suarez levelled from the penalty spot in the 27th minute and put Miami ahead in the 51st, firing home after being set-up by a brilliant backheel from German Berterame. Chicago's South African Puso Dithejane made it 2-2 in the 67th minute only for Plambeck to have the final say by volleying home the rebound for his first Miami goal after goalkeeper Chris Brady had parried Suarez's close-range shot.

Prolific goalscorer Lewandowski, who also starred for Bayern Munich from 2014-2022 and has more than 700 goals for club and country.

Messi's Inter Miami spoil Lewandowski's MLS debut for Chicago Fire with 2-1 win

The body of a teenage girl found in the trunk of US singer D4vd's car had decomposed to the point it was "unrecognizable," a police detective testified in a Los Angeles court on Tuesday.&nbsp;The 21-year-old D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, faces several charges including murder in the horrifying death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez.&nbsp;Her body was discovered in Burke's Tesla last September within days of what would have been her 15th birthday.&nbsp;Los Angeles Police Detective Joshua Byers testified during the preliminary hearing's first day, saying that when law enforcement opened the trunk of Burke's car in a tow yard, he recognized the "very distinctive smell" of a corpse.&nbsp;Grim photographs of the girl's dismembered remains were shown to the court, with a large black bag containing her head and torso.&nbsp;When asked whether he was able to recognize any facial features, Byers said: "No, there was a quite a bit of decomposition to where skin slippage...made it unrecognizable."Her arms and legs were found in a separate bag where "there was insect activity. There was maggots. There was various stages of flies," Byers told the court.&nbsp;Burke, who attended the court hearing wearing an orange prison jumpsuit, did not flinch when the pictures were shown.&nbsp;Prosecutors said the singer met the girl when she was just 11 years old, and started a sexual relationship when she was 13.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/d4vd-case-singer-charged-with-murder-of-teen-celeste-rivas-hernandez-1776706288235">D4vd case: Singer charged with murder of teen Celeste Rivas Hernandez</a>&nbsp;Body camera footage played during the hearing Tuesday showed Burke telling sheriff deputies: "She told me she was 18. Everybody saying she was 13."&nbsp;The victim's mother had reported her missing in 2024 when she was just 13 years old.Prosecutors alleged in charging papers that Burke killed her after she threatened to make their long-standing and illegal sexual relationship public, jeopardizing his singing career.Prosecutors also called to the stand Burke's former financial manager, Benjamin Greger, to illustrate his financial motive to protect his music career.&nbsp;Also read<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/d4vd-case-everything-happened-since-his-arrest-and-when-his-next-hearing-is-1783231964815">: D4vd case: Everything happened since his arrest, and when his next hearing is</a>&nbsp;Greger testified that his former employer made between $10 million and $11 million in gross income between 2023 and 2025 from his music.&nbsp;Burke has denied one count each of murder, continuous sexual abuse of a child under the age of 14, and unlawful mutilation of human remains. He could face life imprisonment or the death penalty if convicted.&nbsp;Los Angeles county prosecutor Nathan Hochman said the preliminary hearing, in which a judge will determine whether the case proceeds to trial, will last "three to five days.""We believe we will more than accomplish the evidentiary burden of probable cause at this point to hold David to answer on these three felony charges," Hochman told the press.

The 21-year-old D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, faces several charges including murder in the horrifying death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez.

The body of a teenage girl found in the trunk of US singer D4vd's car had decomposed to the point it was "unrecognizable," a police detective testified in a Los Angeles court on Tuesday. The 21-year-old D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, faces several charges including murder in the horrifying death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Her body was discovered in Burke's Tesla last September within days of what would have been her 15th birthday. Los Angeles Police Detective Joshua Byers testified during the preliminary hearing's first day, saying that when law enforcement opened the trunk of Burke's car in a tow yard, he recognized the "very distinctive smell" of a corpse. Grim photographs of the girl's dismembered remains were shown to the court, with a large black bag containing her head and torso. When asked whether he was able to recognize any facial features, Byers said: "No, there was a quite a bit of decomposition to where skin slippage...made it unrecognizable." Her arms and legs were found in a separate bag where "there was insect activity. There was maggots. There was various stages of flies," Byers told the court. Burke, who attended the court hearing wearing an orange prison jumpsuit, did not flinch when the pictures were shown. Prosecutors said the singer met the girl when she was just 11 years old, and started a sexual relationship when she was 13. Also read: D4vd case: Singer charged with murder of teen Celeste Rivas Hernandez Body camera footage played during the hearing Tuesday showed Burke telling sheriff deputies: "She told me she was 18. Everybody saying she was 13." The victim's mother had reported her missing in 2024 when she was just 13 years old. Prosecutors alleged in charging papers that Burke killed her after she threatened to make their long-standing and illegal sexual relationship public, jeopardizing his singing career. Prosecutors also called to the stand Burke's former financial manager, Benjamin Greger, to illustrate his financial motive to protect his music career. Also read: D4vd case: Everything happened since his arrest, and when his next hearing is Greger testified that his former employer made between $10 million and $11 million in gross income between 2023 and 2025 from his music. Burke has denied one count each of murder, continuous sexual abuse of a child under the age of 14, and unlawful mutilation of human remains. He could face life imprisonment or the death penalty if convicted. Los Angeles county prosecutor Nathan Hochman said the preliminary hearing, in which a judge will determine whether the case proceeds to trial, will last "three to five days." "We believe we will more than accomplish the evidentiary burden of probable cause at this point to hold David to answer on these three felony charges," Hochman told the press.

The 21-year-old D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, faces several charges including murder in the horrifying death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez.

Decomposed body in singer D4vd's car was 'unrecognizable,' court hears

Enzo Fernandez insists Argentina represented themselves in the "best possible way" at the World Cup despite the Chelsea midfielder's red card in the final and a host of ugly incidents in their controversial campaign. Fernandez was sent off for a second booking after clattering into Spain's Pau Cubarsi in the closing stages of normal time in Sunday's 1-0 loss. The 25-year-old's premature exit was the latest in a series of clashes to cast a shadow over Argentina's run to the final.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/zinedine-zidane-set-to-take-over-as-france-head-coach-1784640555328">Zinedine Zidane set to take over as France head coach</a>Leandro Paredes appeared to throw punches at members of the Spain squad as they celebrated their victory, with FIFA subsequently launching an investigation into potential disciplinary breaches following the unsavoury post-match scenes.They also turned their backs on Spain when the Spanish received their medals and the trophy.Argentina's players also caused controversy by displaying a banner reading "Las Malvinas son Argentinas" (The Falklands are Argentine) after beating England in the semi-finals.Argentina invaded the British Overseas Territory in the South Atlantic in 1982.But Britain regained the archipelago in a brief war after then prime minister Margaret Thatcher dispatched a naval taskforce.Fernandez took to Instagram to defend his country for their World Cup performance, but made no mention of his sending off in his message to supporters."As time goes by, you realise there is something much bigger than just a result," he said."For years, this group has represented the team in the best possible way. It teaches that competing isn't just about winning; it's about giving your all for the jersey and never giving up."Fernandez was a member of the Argentina team that beat France to win the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.But Fernandez's hopes of a second successive title were shattered after his dismissal as Ferran Torres's 106th-minute strike settled a dour final marred by Argentina's defensive tactics."It has been a privilege to be part of a group that always stepped up, competed at the highest level, and defended these colours with pride, humility, and commitment," he said."I want to thank all the Argentina fans. Thank you for always being there, for supporting us in every match, for the affection, for the unconditional support, and for making us feel at home anywhere in the world."Wearing my country's jersey is the greatest honour of my career, and I will continue to give my all every time I get to defend it."Meanwhile, Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez will consider his international future in the aftermath of the final heartbreak.The 33-year-old Aston Villa star, who won the World Cup four years ago, said on Instagram: "I dreamed of winning it again; I dreamed of bringing it back to Argentina and making history once more."Honestly, the pain is hard to put into words. Now I have to reflect on many things, see how to move forward, and decide if it's time to step aside."I am truly sorry. I gave it my all to help my country and my team-mates."

Fernandez was sent off for a second booking after clattering into Spain's Pau Cubarsi in the closing stages of normal time in Sunday's 1-0 loss. 

Enzo Fernandez insists Argentina represented themselves in the "best possible way" at the World Cup despite the Chelsea midfielder's red card in the final and a host of ugly incidents in their controversial campaign. Fernandez was sent off for a second booking after clattering into Spain's Pau Cubarsi in the closing stages of normal time in Sunday's 1-0 loss. The 25-year-old's premature exit was the latest in a series of clashes to cast a shadow over Argentina's run to the final. Also Read - Zinedine Zidane set to take over as France head coach Leandro Paredes appeared to throw punches at members of the Spain squad as they celebrated their victory, with FIFA subsequently launching an investigation into potential disciplinary breaches following the unsavoury post-match scenes. They also turned their backs on Spain when the Spanish received their medals and the trophy. Argentina's players also caused controversy by displaying a banner reading "Las Malvinas son Argentinas" (The Falklands are Argentine) after beating England in the semi-finals. Argentina invaded the British Overseas Territory in the South Atlantic in 1982. But Britain regained the archipelago in a brief war after then prime minister Margaret Thatcher dispatched a naval taskforce. Fernandez took to Instagram to defend his country for their World Cup performance, but made no mention of his sending off in his message to supporters. "As time goes by, you realise there is something much bigger than just a result," he said. "For years, this group has represented the team in the best possible way. It teaches that competing isn't just about winning; it's about giving your all for the jersey and never giving up." Fernandez was a member of the Argentina team that beat France to win the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. But Fernandez's hopes of a second successive title were shattered after his dismissal as Ferran Torres's 106th-minute strike settled a dour final marred by Argentina's defensive tactics. "It has been a privilege to be part of a group that always stepped up, competed at the highest level, and defended these colours with pride, humility, and commitment," he said. "I want to thank all the Argentina fans. Thank you for always being there, for supporting us in every match, for the affection, for the unconditional support, and for making us feel at home anywhere in the world. "Wearing my country's jersey is the greatest honour of my career, and I will continue to give my all every time I get to defend it." Meanwhile, Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez will consider his international future in the aftermath of the final heartbreak. The 33-year-old Aston Villa star, who won the World Cup four years ago, said on Instagram: "I dreamed of winning it again; I dreamed of bringing it back to Argentina and making history once more. "Honestly, the pain is hard to put into words. Now I have to reflect on many things, see how to move forward, and decide if it's time to step aside. "I am truly sorry. I gave it my all to help my country and my team-mates."

Fernandez was sent off for a second booking after clattering into Spain's Pau Cubarsi in the closing stages of normal time in Sunday's 1-0 loss.&nbsp;

FIFA 2026 | 'I am truly sorry': Argentina's Enzo Fernandez, who get red card in final, reacts to loss

New Zealander Ryan Fox said winning the British Open was "more than a dream come true" after a birdie at the final hole claimed his first major at 10 under par on Sunday (Jul 19). The world number 56 produced a two-under-par 68 on the final day to pip American Cameron Young to the Claret Jug by one shot. Tied for 52nd after playing the first two rounds in level par, Fox produced the largest 36-hole comeback by position ever to win a men's major.Son of former All Black rugby union international Grant Fox, the 39-year-old equalled the all-time record low score of 62 for a major round on Saturday to set up his shot at history.As the other overnight contenders faltered on a thrilling final day at Royal Birkdale, Fox produced his best under extreme pressure with birdies at 13, 14, 16 and 18 to claim, by a distance, the biggest win of his career."It's still surreal to be honest. To have my name in golf history and to be called the champion golfer of the year is more than a dream come true," said Fox."I spoke to my kids last night and they said 'bring back a trophy'. I think this is a pretty cool one to bring back for them."He becomes just the third man from New Zealand to win a major after Bob Charles at the 1964 British Open and Michael Campbell at the US Open in 2005.The Kiwi kept his nerve as others, unaccustomed to the pressure of battling for a major, wilted in a tense final round."I pretty much didn't miss a shot yesterday. Kept the same theory today," he added."Kept the composure down the stretch and keep aggressive and kept hitting those shots. I'm really proud of myself for that."Sam Burns held a two-shot overnight lead, but that vanished in three consecutive bogeys at four, five and six that cost the American his first major as he finished third at eight under par.South Korea's Kim Si-woo moved within sight of his major breakthrough with nine holes to play but was four over on the back nine to finish in a tie for sixth.Young's shot appeared to have gone with a four-over par back nine on Saturday to leave the American seven shots off the lead at the beginning of the day.But the world number four stormed through the front nine in 29 shots to go from three under to eight under par and added more birdies at the two par fives on the 14th and 17th coming home to move to 10 under.However, he found the sand off the tee at 18 and smashed his second shot into the face of the bunker for a costly bogey.<h2>Scheffler falls short</h2>Defending champion Scottie Scheffler left himself too much to do as he finished in a tie for fourth at seven under after a rollercoaster final round of 67.The world number one began the day six back, but halved that deficit with three birdies in his opening five holes.Bogeys at the 13th, 15th and 18th ensured he will end 2026 without adding to his four major wins."Today was a great effort," said Scheffler. "I gave myself a lot of looks again today. I guess it just wasn't my week."Local hero Tommy Fleetwood finished alongside Scheffler after briefly giving his adoring public belief he could end the wait since 1992 for an English winner of the British Open.The world number nine was three under for the day through eight holes to close to within one of the lead.Three consecutive bogeys dropped Fleetwood back to where he started the day at five under before a birdie-birdie finish to move into the top four.Rory McIlroy was never truly in contention to land his seventh major and ended with a 71 to finish at one under par for the tournament.Bryson DeChambeau's two-shot penalty after his second round on Friday ultimately did not prove decisive in the destiny of the championship as the American finished at four under.

Tied for 52nd after playing the first two rounds in level par, Fox produced the largest 36-hole comeback by position ever to win a men's major.

New Zealander Ryan Fox said winning the British Open was "more than a dream come true" after a birdie at the final hole claimed his first major at 10 under par on Sunday (Jul 19). The world number 56 produced a two-under-par 68 on the final day to pip American Cameron Young to the Claret Jug by one shot. Tied for 52nd after playing the first two rounds in level par, Fox produced the largest 36-hole comeback by position ever to win a men's major. Son of former All Black rugby union international Grant Fox, the 39-year-old equalled the all-time record low score of 62 for a major round on Saturday to set up his shot at history. As the other overnight contenders faltered on a thrilling final day at Royal Birkdale, Fox produced his best under extreme pressure with birdies at 13, 14, 16 and 18 to claim, by a distance, the biggest win of his career. "It's still surreal to be honest. To have my name in golf history and to be called the champion golfer of the year is more than a dream come true," said Fox. "I spoke to my kids last night and they said 'bring back a trophy'. I think this is a pretty cool one to bring back for them." He becomes just the third man from New Zealand to win a major after Bob Charles at the 1964 British Open and Michael Campbell at the US Open in 2005. The Kiwi kept his nerve as others, unaccustomed to the pressure of battling for a major, wilted in a tense final round. "I pretty much didn't miss a shot yesterday. Kept the same theory today," he added. "Kept the composure down the stretch and keep aggressive and kept hitting those shots. I'm really proud of myself for that." Sam Burns held a two-shot overnight lead, but that vanished in three consecutive bogeys at four, five and six that cost the American his first major as he finished third at eight under par. South Korea's Kim Si-woo moved within sight of his major breakthrough with nine holes to play but was four over on the back nine to finish in a tie for sixth. Young's shot appeared to have gone with a four-over par back nine on Saturday to leave the American seven shots off the lead at the beginning of the day. But the world number four stormed through the front nine in 29 shots to go from three under to eight under par and added more birdies at the two par fives on the 14th and 17th coming home to move to 10 under. However, he found the sand off the tee at 18 and smashed his second shot into the face of the bunker for a costly bogey. Scheffler falls short Defending champion Scottie Scheffler left himself too much to do as he finished in a tie for fourth at seven under after a rollercoaster final round of 67. The world number one began the day six back, but halved that deficit with three birdies in his opening five holes. Bogeys at the 13th, 15th and 18th ensured he will end 2026 without adding to his four major wins. "Today was a great effort," said Scheffler. "I gave myself a lot of looks again today. I guess it just wasn't my week." Local hero Tommy Fleetwood finished alongside Scheffler after briefly giving his adoring public belief he could end the wait since 1992 for an English winner of the British Open. The world number nine was three under for the day through eight holes to close to within one of the lead. Three consecutive bogeys dropped Fleetwood back to where he started the day at five under before a birdie-birdie finish to move into the top four. Rory McIlroy was never truly in contention to land his seventh major and ended with a 71 to finish at one under par for the tournament. Bryson DeChambeau's two-shot penalty after his second round on Friday ultimately did not prove decisive in the destiny of the championship as the American finished at four under.

Tied for 52nd after playing the first two rounds in level par, Fox produced the largest 36-hole comeback by position ever to win a men's major.

The Open: Kiwi Ryan Fox wins Claret Jug with birdie on last hole in thrilling finish

A landslide in southwest China killed at least eight people and left 34 missing on Friday, local authorities said, with Chinese President Xi Jinping urging comprehensive inspections as rescue efforts were ongoing.The landslide happened around 9:10 am local time (0110 GMT) in Chongqing's Pengshui County, with more than 800 rescuers deployed to the site, according to state broadcaster CCTV.County leader Ren Xujiang told a press conference that 18 people who were trapped were rescued. Among those, eight were pronounced dead.Footage shared by CCTV showed a huge buildup of rocks and dirt covering part of a residential and commercial street at the bottom of a mountain in the region.Clips also aired by the broadcaster showed people yelling and running away from a cloud of dust.The area where the landslide happened is known for "unpredictable" steep terrain, a local official told a press conference late Friday, adding that dangerous rocks still remain along the sides of the cliff.The government allocated 50 million yuan ($7.36 million) in natural disaster relief funds to support the rescue and relief operations and to provide assistance to affected residents, the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Emergency Management said.Xi urged authorities to swiftly determine the cause of the disaster, and to "identify and eliminate geological disaster risks and other potential hazards".The landslide in Chongqing comes less than two weeks after another landslide in northwestern Gansu province buried 33 people, 21 of whom were killed.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The government allocated 50 million yuan ($7.36 million) in natural disaster relief funds to support the rescue and relief operations and to provide assistance to affected residents, the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Emergency Management said.

A landslide in southwest China killed at least eight people and left 34 missing on Friday, local authorities said, with Chinese President Xi Jinping urging comprehensive inspections as rescue efforts were ongoing. The landslide happened around 9:10 am local time (0110 GMT) in Chongqing's Pengshui County, with more than 800 rescuers deployed to the site, according to state broadcaster CCTV. County leader Ren Xujiang told a press conference that 18 people who were trapped were rescued. Among those, eight were pronounced dead. Footage shared by CCTV showed a huge buildup of rocks and dirt covering part of a residential and commercial street at the bottom of a mountain in the region. Clips also aired by the broadcaster showed people yelling and running away from a cloud of dust. The area where the landslide happened is known for "unpredictable" steep terrain, a local official told a press conference late Friday, adding that dangerous rocks still remain along the sides of the cliff. The government allocated 50 million yuan ($7.36 million) in natural disaster relief funds to support the rescue and relief operations and to provide assistance to affected residents, the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Emergency Management said. Xi urged authorities to swiftly determine the cause of the disaster, and to "identify and eliminate geological disaster risks and other potential hazards". The landslide in Chongqing comes less than two weeks after another landslide in northwestern Gansu province buried 33 people, 21 of whom were killed. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The government allocated 50 million yuan ($7.36 million) in natural disaster relief funds to support the rescue and relief operations and to provide assistance to affected residents, the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Emergency Management said.

Landslide hits China’s Chongqing: 8 killed, 34 missing as multiple buildings collapse

Lucas Herbert stormed into a two-shot lead at the British Open on Friday after the Australian and American Sam Burns equalled the record for the lowest round in major golf history on Friday with eight-under par 62s. Bryson DeChambeau had closed to within one shot of Herbert before being hit by a two-stroke penalty for unintentially improving his lie. World number 97 Herbert doubled over his putter in anguish as a short attempt for par on the 18th slipped by with the chance to become the first man to post a major round of 61.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/england-doesn-t-want-it-neither-do-we-what-france-coach-didier-deschamps-said-before-the-fifa-world-cup-third-place-game-1784340024748">'England doesn't want it, neither do we': What France coach Didier Deschamps said before the FIFA World Cup third-place game</a>Burns followed suit less than an hour later after six birdies on the back nine, including a chip on from the bunker on 18, to move to five under for the tournament.A dramatic second round took another twist after the close of play when two-time US Open champion DeChambeau was penalised for trampling down grass before his second shot at the fifth hole after a lengthy and animated discussion with rules officials.Under glorious sunshine in Southport on England's north-west coast, Herbert got off to a flying start with birdies on his opening three holes and added three more at the fifth, seventh and ninth to hit the turn in 28, a British Open record for the front nine.His momentum continued with birdies at the 12th and 13th before a perfect approach set up another three at the par-four 16th for a shot at history.Despite a wayward tee shot at the last, he should still have scrambled for a par, but the moment in front of huge crowds seemed to get to the 30-year-old as two tentative putts resulted in his first bogey of the day."It was not lost on me the amount of history in major championships and the opportunity I had to obviously break the record," said Herbert, who has spent the last two years on the breakaway LIV Tour."To tie it as well is still something I'm really proud of."Burns took the opposite route to 62 with a six-under 30 on the back nine to surge into contention.The world number 18 sank a 20-foot birdie at the 17th and then chipped in from the greenside at the last for his share of history."I caught myself by surprise," said Burns. "I think the finish there the last three holes was just a bonus."Both players equal the course record set by Branden Grace the last time the British Open was held at Birkdale in 2017, one of five previous rounds of 62 at majors.<h2>McIlroy makes the cut</h2>World number four Cameron Young is well in the running for his first major at six under par, alongside overnight leader Jackson Suber and Ryan Gerard.Defending champion Scottie Scheffler is four shots back but could easily have been at least in a share of the lead but for a series of missed short putts with birdie opportunities for the world number one.Rory McIlroy recovered from a difficult opening round of 72, that included six bogeys, to at least put himself in position to mount a surge up the leaderboard over the weekendThe six-time major champion posted a 67 to move to one under for the tournament."I think the main objective today was to be here for the weekend, which I am," said McIlroy. "I think if I can get off to a decent start tomorrow, be four of five under for the tournament, I'll be right in it."Tommy Fleetwood's late charge was met with deafening roars around his home town with three birdies in the final five holes to get to four under par.World number three Matt Fitzpatrick and Justin Rose were among the big names to miss the cut.

Bryson DeChambeau had closed to within one shot of Herbert before being hit by a two-stroke penalty for unintentially improving his lie. 

Lucas Herbert stormed into a two-shot lead at the British Open on Friday after the Australian and American Sam Burns equalled the record for the lowest round in major golf history on Friday with eight-under par 62s. Bryson DeChambeau had closed to within one shot of Herbert before being hit by a two-stroke penalty for unintentially improving his lie. World number 97 Herbert doubled over his putter in anguish as a short attempt for par on the 18th slipped by with the chance to become the first man to post a major round of 61. Also Read - 'England doesn't want it, neither do we': What France coach Didier Deschamps said before the FIFA World Cup third-place game Burns followed suit less than an hour later after six birdies on the back nine, including a chip on from the bunker on 18, to move to five under for the tournament. A dramatic second round took another twist after the close of play when two-time US Open champion DeChambeau was penalised for trampling down grass before his second shot at the fifth hole after a lengthy and animated discussion with rules officials. Under glorious sunshine in Southport on England's north-west coast, Herbert got off to a flying start with birdies on his opening three holes and added three more at the fifth, seventh and ninth to hit the turn in 28, a British Open record for the front nine. His momentum continued with birdies at the 12th and 13th before a perfect approach set up another three at the par-four 16th for a shot at history. Despite a wayward tee shot at the last, he should still have scrambled for a par, but the moment in front of huge crowds seemed to get to the 30-year-old as two tentative putts resulted in his first bogey of the day. "It was not lost on me the amount of history in major championships and the opportunity I had to obviously break the record," said Herbert, who has spent the last two years on the breakaway LIV Tour. "To tie it as well is still something I'm really proud of." Burns took the opposite route to 62 with a six-under 30 on the back nine to surge into contention. The world number 18 sank a 20-foot birdie at the 17th and then chipped in from the greenside at the last for his share of history. "I caught myself by surprise," said Burns. "I think the finish there the last three holes was just a bonus." Both players equal the course record set by Branden Grace the last time the British Open was held at Birkdale in 2017, one of five previous rounds of 62 at majors. McIlroy makes the cut World number four Cameron Young is well in the running for his first major at six under par, alongside overnight leader Jackson Suber and Ryan Gerard. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler is four shots back but could easily have been at least in a share of the lead but for a series of missed short putts with birdie opportunities for the world number one. Rory McIlroy recovered from a difficult opening round of 72, that included six bogeys, to at least put himself in position to mount a surge up the leaderboard over the weekend The six-time major champion posted a 67 to move to one under for the tournament. "I think the main objective today was to be here for the weekend, which I am," said McIlroy. "I think if I can get off to a decent start tomorrow, be four of five under for the tournament, I'll be right in it." Tommy Fleetwood's late charge was met with deafening roars around his home town with three birdies in the final five holes to get to four under par. World number three Matt Fitzpatrick and Justin Rose were among the big names to miss the cut.

Bryson DeChambeau had closed to within one shot of Herbert before being hit by a two-stroke penalty for unintentially improving his lie.&nbsp;

The Open: DeChambeau penalised two strokes as Herbert storms into lead

Unheralded American Jackson Suber leads after the first round of the British Open at five under par, with world number one Scottie Scheffler among a host of major champions in the chasing pack. Rory McIlroy's hopes of ending a 12-year wait to win his home major are hanging by a thread after a two- over par 72. Suber, ranked 115th in the world, had a first ever round at the British Open to remember.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sports-ministry-orders-neutral-probe-into-asunta-lakra-s-allegations-seeks-explanation-from-hockey-india-1784218536666">Sports ministry orders neutral probe into Asunta Lakra's allegations, seeks explanation from Hockey India&nbsp;</a>After making the turn at level par, he picked up five shots in the next eight holes, topped off by an eagle on the 17th to give him a one-shot lead from England's Daniel Brown and South Korean Im Sung-jae.The 26-year-old is playing in just his third major and had never experienced European golf until his first practice round on Monday."Monday was my first round of links golf, so I've played 27 holes before I played the first round today. I've never been to Europe," said Suber."Things just really started going after the birdie on 10. I just felt like the momentum was really in my favour."Scheffler made a steady start to his defence of the tournament with a two under par 68.After his record of 78 successive cuts made dating back four years, came to an end at last week's Scottish Open, Scheffler looked refreshed with four birdies in five holes between the second and the sixth.But bogeys at the seventh and par-five 17th dropped him back and a birdie putt at the last came to a halt just inches shy of the hole."I got off to a hot start in the round today and wasn't able to make as many birdies as I would have hoped to down the stretch," said Scheffler, who has not won on the PGA Tour since January."If I continue to strike the ball the way I did today and just keep giving myself looks, that's part of it. Golf is played over 72 holes, and I definitely liked what I saw today."<h2>Out of sorts McIlroy</h2>Bryson DeChambeau is set to snap his unwanted streak of failing to make the cut at the previous three majors this year after an opening round 67.The two-time US Open champion has often struggled in the wind of links conditions at the British Open but, with the weather set fair for the next three days, he is hoping to take advantage."There's still a lot of golf to be played, but, ultimately from my perspective, I was really excited about the way I played," said DeChambeau.World number four Cameron Young is also poised to strike at three under.McIlroy and the later starters endured the worst of the conditions as the wind picked up and furher dried out a firm course after precious little rain in recent weeks.But the six-time major champion was completely out of sorts in a round that contained six bogeys, including at both par fives.McIlroy faces a battle in Friday's second round just to avoid missing the cut for only the second time in his last 15 majors."Just too many stupid mistakes. But every time I made a stupid mistake, thankfully I made a birdie to sort of keep myself in it," said McIlroy"Not too far away. Hopefully we'll get the better conditions tomorrow and maybe the greens are a little bit smoother in the morning."Matt Fitzpatrick, playing in the same group as McIlroy, also struggled with one of the form players on the PGA Tour this year posting a 72.

Rory McIlroy's hopes of ending a 12-year wait to win his home major are hanging by a thread after a two- over par 72. Suber, ranked 115th in the world, had a first ever round at the British Open to remember.

Unheralded American Jackson Suber leads after the first round of the British Open at five under par, with world number one Scottie Scheffler among a host of major champions in the chasing pack. Rory McIlroy's hopes of ending a 12-year wait to win his home major are hanging by a thread after a two- over par 72. Suber, ranked 115th in the world, had a first ever round at the British Open to remember. Also Read - Sports ministry orders neutral probe into Asunta Lakra's allegations, seeks explanation from Hockey India After making the turn at level par, he picked up five shots in the next eight holes, topped off by an eagle on the 17th to give him a one-shot lead from England's Daniel Brown and South Korean Im Sung-jae. The 26-year-old is playing in just his third major and had never experienced European golf until his first practice round on Monday. "Monday was my first round of links golf, so I've played 27 holes before I played the first round today. I've never been to Europe," said Suber. "Things just really started going after the birdie on 10. I just felt like the momentum was really in my favour." Scheffler made a steady start to his defence of the tournament with a two under par 68. After his record of 78 successive cuts made dating back four years, came to an end at last week's Scottish Open, Scheffler looked refreshed with four birdies in five holes between the second and the sixth. But bogeys at the seventh and par-five 17th dropped him back and a birdie putt at the last came to a halt just inches shy of the hole. "I got off to a hot start in the round today and wasn't able to make as many birdies as I would have hoped to down the stretch," said Scheffler, who has not won on the PGA Tour since January. "If I continue to strike the ball the way I did today and just keep giving myself looks, that's part of it. Golf is played over 72 holes, and I definitely liked what I saw today." Out of sorts McIlroy Bryson DeChambeau is set to snap his unwanted streak of failing to make the cut at the previous three majors this year after an opening round 67. The two-time US Open champion has often struggled in the wind of links conditions at the British Open but, with the weather set fair for the next three days, he is hoping to take advantage. "There's still a lot of golf to be played, but, ultimately from my perspective, I was really excited about the way I played," said DeChambeau. World number four Cameron Young is also poised to strike at three under. McIlroy and the later starters endured the worst of the conditions as the wind picked up and furher dried out a firm course after precious little rain in recent weeks. But the six-time major champion was completely out of sorts in a round that contained six bogeys, including at both par fives. McIlroy faces a battle in Friday's second round just to avoid missing the cut for only the second time in his last 15 majors. "Just too many stupid mistakes. But every time I made a stupid mistake, thankfully I made a birdie to sort of keep myself in it," said McIlroy "Not too far away. Hopefully we'll get the better conditions tomorrow and maybe the greens are a little bit smoother in the morning." Matt Fitzpatrick, playing in the same group as McIlroy, also struggled with one of the form players on the PGA Tour this year posting a 72.

Rory McIlroy's hopes of ending a 12-year wait to win his home major are hanging by a thread after a two- over par 72. Suber, ranked 115th in the world, had a first ever round at the British Open to remember.

The Open: Jackson Suber leads as Rory McIlroy hangs on barely to make weekend cut

Following their World Cup semi-final victory, Argentina's foreign minister said Wednesday that Buenos Aires had filed a formal protest over a British warship near the Falkland Islands.Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno posted on X to express "the strongest rejection" of the United Kingdom's HMS Medway's "unconsulted and illegal" passage through Argentine territorial waters, alleging a lack of proper notification.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/argentina-vs-england-world-cup-semifinal-lionel-messi-hails-character-final-berth-spain-1784163689817">‘The Story Never Ends’: Messi hails Argentina’s character after booking World Cup final berth</a>Quirno said the Medway, which is based in the Falkland Islands, is accused of violating bilateral agreements in a July 13-dated diplomatic note of protest submitted to the United Kingdom's embassy in Buenos Aires."In diplomacy, work is not shouted about like goals, but we are driven by the same conviction: the pride of being Argentine and the constant defense of our interests," Quirno said in a statement.Before the post went up, Argentine president Javier Milei told local broadcaster Radio Mitre that the World Cup victory was just "a football match.""We are making enormous progress on the diplomatic front. We have managed to get the UN to force England to sit down and talk with us, but let's not confuse the score: This is a football match," Milei said, after celebrating the team's "glorious step" in advancing to the World Cup finals.After the thrilling Argentina-England match, which ended 2-1, Albiceleste players celebrated by unfurling a banner that read: "The Falklands are Argentine."Argentina and the United Kingdom went to war over the South Atlantic archipelago in 1982, in a conflict that left 649 Argentines and 255 Britons dead.Argentina will face Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday in New Jersey.

Quirno said the Medway, which is based in the Falkland Islands, is accused of violating bilateral agreements in a July 13-dated diplomatic note of protest submitted to the United Kingdom's embassy in Buenos Aires.

Following their World Cup semi-final victory, Argentina's foreign minister said Wednesday that Buenos Aires had filed a formal protest over a British warship near the Falkland Islands. Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno posted on X to express "the strongest rejection" of the United Kingdom's HMS Medway's "unconsulted and illegal" passage through Argentine territorial waters, alleging a lack of proper notification. Also Read - ‘The Story Never Ends’: Messi hails Argentina’s character after booking World Cup final berth Quirno said the Medway, which is based in the Falkland Islands, is accused of violating bilateral agreements in a July 13-dated diplomatic note of protest submitted to the United Kingdom's embassy in Buenos Aires. "In diplomacy, work is not shouted about like goals, but we are driven by the same conviction: the pride of being Argentine and the constant defense of our interests," Quirno said in a statement. Before the post went up, Argentine president Javier Milei told local broadcaster Radio Mitre that the World Cup victory was just "a football match." "We are making enormous progress on the diplomatic front. We have managed to get the UN to force England to sit down and talk with us, but let's not confuse the score: This is a football match," Milei said, after celebrating the team's "glorious step" in advancing to the World Cup finals. After the thrilling Argentina-England match, which ended 2-1, Albiceleste players celebrated by unfurling a banner that read: "The Falklands are Argentine." Argentina and the United Kingdom went to war over the South Atlantic archipelago in 1982, in a conflict that left 649 Argentines and 255 Britons dead. Argentina will face Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday in New Jersey.

Quirno said the Medway, which is based in the Falkland Islands, is accused of violating bilateral agreements in a July 13-dated diplomatic note of protest submitted to the United Kingdom's embassy in Buenos Aires.

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