WhatsApp is rolling out new features with usernames for iPhone users
Tags: Technology/AI
WhatsApp is rolling out a username feature for iPhone users. The Independent reports that the feature may allow users to set a username instead of using their phone number for identity verification. Read more
06 Jul 2026, 17:47
Medics in Congo accuse a stranger of spreading the disease through unprotected sex
Tags: Ecology/Research
In Congo, medics, citing statements by people infected with Ebola, say the outbreak was caused by an unprotected sex encounter. According to the Ministry of Health of Congo, as of 15 May there were 1,561 reported cases and 506 deaths. The outbreak is spreading through sexual contact, and for the virus Bundibugyo there are no known links to previous outbreaks. Read more
06 Jul 2026, 17:30
Shakhtar’s goal for the 2026/27 season: match schedule for training camps
Tags: Sport/Football
“Shakhtar” has announced the match schedule for training camps in Slovenia for the 2026/27 season. The schedule includes matches against NK Rudeš, Slaven Belupo, and HNK Gorica, with all games starting at 19:00 Kyiv time. The team will also play “Gornik” in the Ukrainian Cup Round of 32 (1/16 final) on 1 round. Read more
06 Jul 2026, 17:22
Britain’s intelligence services have confirmed the involvement of Russian scientists in the development of the chemical agents Novichok and Epibatidine
Tags: Crime/Russia/Politics
Britain’s intelligence services say that Russian scientists and two other laboratories were involved in the development of chemical agents Novichok and Epibatidine. According to the documents, the poison was found in the attacks on Dawn Sturgess and Alexei Navalny. The report also notes that scientists are investigating how the poison was used. Read more
06 Jul 2026, 17:19
Microsoft reportedly cut 3,200 jobs in Xbox by 2027
Tags: Technology/Culture/Computer Games
Microsoft reportedly cut 3,200 jobs in Xbox by 2027: the company plans to change the number of employees by 3,200 during FY27. According to Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, 1,600 roles will be eliminated by the end of the year. The material also states that the layoffs will affect the status of lower-level employees, while Arkane is facing uncertainty through a dispute with Works Council. Read more
06 Jul 2026, 16:47
Insurers are increasingly adding AI exclusions
Tags: Economy/Technology/AI
The materials note that insurers are likely to face risks related to AI: in 2025, major insurers moved to exclude AI from coverage. They also add that generative AI exclusion, which may be added to coverage for commercial general liability. Some materials on agentic AI propose addressing problems that can arise through semantic understanding of data and that, in addition, through traceability of the system’s actions to governance. Read more
06 Jul 2026, 16:47
Sandler’s wife wore a “Kelsey and Swift” sweatshirt at MSG
Tags: Culture
During the time of the couple’s engagement Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce at MSG officially Adam Sandler, as he explained, gave the proposal to the young couple. For the details of the proposal, Endie Reyd told in a report on CNN, explaining what Sandler said. The material also notes that the couple’s vows included details about the proposal to the guests. Read more
06 Jul 2026, 16:11
England’s innings in the third T20 against India at Trent Bridge ends in a no-result
Tags: Football/Sport/Europe
England’s innings in the third T20 against India ends in a no-result at Trent Bridge. England won the second T20 at Emirates Old Trafford, and the first match at Chester-le-Street was abandoned. The series’ third match in Bristol was won by England. Read more
06 Jul 2026, 16:07
Ukraine says it hit Russian air defenses and fuel infrastructure with a drone strike
Tags: Ukraine/Russia/Energy/Aviation
In the past 6 months, Ukrainian forces have reported strikes on Russian air defense and fuel infrastructure. In particular, it says that it hit the fuel tanker Volgoneft with the S-400 “Triumph” air defense system and that it used the S-400 “Triumph” air defense system against the Russian tanker. Read more
06 Jul 2026, 15:58
Burnham says he is willing to negotiate with Whitehall on the talks with the US
Tags: USA/Politics
Andy Burnham, who is in charge of Britain’s government, says he may be able to reach an agreement with Keir Starmer, and that the plan would be delayed until 20 July. The Guardian reports that talks with Trump and the British prime minister are expected to be delayed until the end of the year, where Burnham may be able to reach an agreement with the US. Read more
06 Jul 2026, 15:54
Monaco’s Filipo Luis to leave the club until 2028
Tags: Football/Sport/Europe
“Monaco” has announced the signing of Filippo Luis. The club says that he will be contracted until 2028. According to AP, the player’s medical and physical tests were carried out before the transfer with the consent of the club’s medical staff. Read more
06 Jul 2026, 15:54
Trump shares fall amid “Trump Accounts” ban
Tags: Economy/USA/Politics
Donald Trump’s plan would boost trading on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq via “Trump Accounts.” Associated Press says the ban would prevent “Trump Accounts” from investing in children’s funds and would lead to a decline in the economic leader’s influence by 33% over 2025. The material also notes that the ban would lead to a decrease in the index of the S&P 500. Read more
06 Jul 2026, 15:49
Kostyuk advances to the Wimbledon 2026 quarterfinals
Tags: Sport/Tennis
Marta Kostyuk advanced to the Wimbledon 2026 quarterfinals. In the 4th round, she beat Elina Kryger 6-4, 6-4 and won the match in 1 hour and 23 minutes. In the quarterfinals, Kostyuk will face Jasmine Paolini or Alecs Eala. Read more
06 Jul 2026, 15:49
Volonteries to have a “topos” in La-Guaïra to develop landmines by 24 April
Tags: Weather/Ecology
After landmines were developed in Venezuela on 24 April, they can be used to kill people in La-Guaïra. The reports from The Guardian and El País describe how the volunteers’ training camp was organized, and also how the volunteers developed landmines with the technology. It also reports that in the camp, Eliezer Alfonzo’s title was found for other Patrisii. Read more
06 Jul 2026, 15:47
Kodiak 100 crash: plane hit water after hard landing in New York
Tags: USA/Aviation
In New York, a Kodiak 100 aircraft made a hard landing and crashed into the water. According to investigators, the landing gear was intact, but the two passengers were injured. The FAA said it is investigating the incident. Read more
06 Jul 2026, 15:33