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US President Donald Trump held a 90-minute phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, with the Kremlin describing it as a "frank" discussion on the Ukraine war. Trump also spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ahead of the NATO summit, as fresh diplomatic efforts continue.

A severe thunderstorm forced the evacuation of thousands from Washington's National Mall ahead of Donald Trump's July Fourth speech marking America's 250th Independence Day. Despite the weather, Trump vowed to deliver his address, saying he would be there "no matter what."

After opening to a decent start, Alpha witnessed a rise in the box office numbers on day 2. The spy-thriller stars Alia Bhatt, Sharvari, Bobby Deol and Anil Kapoor in key roles.

Iran has begun a historic, week-long funeral ceremony for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a February 2026 airstrike. Hundreds of thousands of mourners have descended upon Tehran, filling the streets and the Imam Khomeini Mosalla Grand Mosque to pay their final respects. The ceremonies, which include the bodies of several family members killed in the same attack, are being viewed as a critical moment of transition for the Islamic Republic.

In Thailand, family values are not just a social norm—they are deeply woven into the country's legal fabric. The Thai Civil and Commercial Code contains specific provisions that mandate children provide support and care for their parents, reflecting the traditional cultural principle of filial piety.

Melissa Jefferson-Wooden edged Sha'Carri Richardson in Eugene as Tate Taylor, Nikki Hiltz and Kayinsola Ajayi starred at the Diamond League

The National Mall will reopen Saturday night after a weather-related evacuation interrupted Freedom 250 celebrations, the Great American State Fair and the annual Salute to America fireworks program. "America, it's time to celebrate," Freedom 250 spokesperson Danielle Alvarez said in a statement. Freedom 250 organizers said gates to the National Mall will reopen at 9:45 p.m. The Salute to America celebration will proceed, with President Donald Trump scheduled to deliver remarks at 11 p.m., followed by a fireworks display.

Amid a rebellion within the Trinamool Congress, Mamata Banerjee announced she will take charge as the party's West Bengal president, named a new leadership team, and shifted the party office to her residence. The Election Commission has asked both TMC factions to submit their claims by July 6

A Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) man allegedly crossed the Line of Control (LoC) after falling in love with a woman from Jammu and Kashmir on Snapchat. The case revives memories of high-profile cross-border romances involving Seema Haider that drew national attention.

Erling Haaland humorously responded to a fan about the Golden Boot race as Lionel Messi broke more FIFA World Cup records with Argentina

Kylian Mbappe scored the winner as France beat Paraguay 1-0 to reach the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, where Morocco await after defeating Canada

Step-by-step: how Muhammad Raza Dar allegedly used a crypto venture in Singapore to build trust, arranged visas, and abducted two foreign women in Lahore on June 29. $1.5M ransom. Fifth 'Boss' still free.

Muhammad Raza Dar, grandson of Pakistan Deputy PM Ishaq Dar, arrested for kidnapping and gang-raping a Dutch and Venezuelan woman in Lahore. $1.5M ransom demanded. Fifth 'Boss' suspect still at large.

Lamine Yamal's 'Ego Yamal' headband goes viral after Spain's World Cup win over Austria as the Barcelona star responds to online critics

England prepare for a tough FIFA World Cup last-16 clash against Mexico amid hostile crowds, storm threats, altitude challenges and security concerns

Morocco defeated Canada 3-0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 as Azzedine Ounahi netted twice to book a quarterfinal clash with France or Paraguay

Kimi Antonelli secured his fifth pole of the 2026 Formula One season for the British Grand Prix, leading Ferrari duo Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton

The experts said that the E20 fuel, with 20% ethanol, has undergone extensive scientific testing and is safe even for vehicles manufactured before the E20 mandate. They also backed the government, saying the E20 push is tied to lower emissions, defined standards, and reduced oil dependence.

Russian jets like the Su-57 use visible body rivets to lower manufacturing costs and speed up frontline repairs. US aircraft hide fasteners under complex coatings to achieve absolute radar stealth.