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Chelsea secured a commanding 3–0 victory over PSG in the final held at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. Cole Palmer was the standout performer, scoring twice in the first half and providing an assist for João Pedro's goal just before halftime. This triumph marks Chelsea's second
Canyon Lodge
On July 13, a lightning-ignited wildfire named Dragon Bravo, which had started on July 4, swept through the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park in northern Arizona. Fueled by intense heat, drought, and gusty winds, the fire consumed the historic Grand Canyon Lodge and 50–80 additional structures,
* Thursday previews (including Amazon Prime early shows) brought in a record $21 million+, surpassing Man of Steel’s $9 million and marking the strongest preview performance of 2025 for a superhero release. * Domestic opening weekend is now projected between $115–130 million, significantly above the earlier estimates of $100–125
Superman
Box Office Highlights * Thursday previews (including Amazon Prime early shows) brought in a record $21 million+, surpassing Man of Steel’s $9 million and marking the strongest preview performance of 2025 for a superhero release. * Domestic opening weekend is now projected between $115–130 million, significantly above the earlier estimates
A’ja Wilson
In the second quarter of the Las Vegas Aces' 87–78 loss to the New York Liberty, A’ja Wilson fell awkwardly while drawing contact and landed on her hands, injuring her right wrist. She initially stayed in to finish free throws but exited before halftime and did not
Paul McCartney
Tour Overview * Kick-off: September 29 at the Acrisure Arena, Palm Desert, CA * Tour Stops: 19 cities—including first-ever shows in Albuquerque and Palm Springs—as part of his “Got Back” tour extension through November 25 in Chicago * Notable Venues: Allegiant Stadium (Las Vegas), Coors Field (Denver), U.S.
James Carter Cathcart
Today, the entertainment world mourns the loss of James Carter Cathcart, the voice behind Meowth, Team Rocket’s James, Professor Oak, Gary Oak, and many other beloved characters in the Pokémon franchise. He passed away on July 8, 2025, in hospice care at Calvary Hospital in the Bronx, New York,
Ford
Ford is recalling 850,318 vehicles with a low-pressure fuel pump that may fail, cutting off fuel flow and causing engine stalling while driving. This issue is particularly problematic in hot weather or when the tank is low, increasing the risk of a crash. Affected Models Coverage includes popular
Superman
At the film’s conclusion, Superman (David Corenswet) returns to the Fortress of Solitude, injured but at peace after defeating Ultraman and closing the rift. Suddenly, his cousin Supergirl (Milly Alcock) bursts in—tipsy, casual, and searching for her dog Krypto, whom Clark has been watching in her absence. Her
Jane Birkin
At a Sotheby’s auction in Paris on July 10, the very first Birkin handbag—designed for Jane Birkin in the mid-1980s—sold for €7 million, driving the total to €8.6 million (~$10 million) after fees. This marks the most expensive handbag ever auctioned and the second-highest
Cooper Flagg
In his debut with the Dallas Mavericks at the Las Vegas Summer League, No. 1 draft pick Cooper Flagg posted 10 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 steals, and 1 block across 32 minutes, contributing to an 87–85 victory over the Lakers. Despite a rough shooting night—going 5-
Justin Bieber
On July 11, Justin Bieber quietly released his seventh studio album, Swag, via Def Jam—his first full-length project since 2021’s Justice. The release stunned fans after Bilbao’s teaser via billboards in Los Angeles, Reykjavík, and Times Square, and an Instagram Reel showcasing the tracklist. A Deeper,