Times of India

FIFA is marketing pieces of World Cup final turf for USD 450, but the initiative has sparked outrage from both fans and players. The turf's poor quality has come under fire for its irregular texture. Additionally, the ticket prices for the tournament have skyrocketed, creating alarm among sports enthusiasts. Notably, shipping is limited to customers in the United States and Europe.

Spain advanced to the World Cup semifinals after a 2-1 quarterfinal victory over Belgium. Goalkeeper Unai Simon's record 650-minute shutout streak concluded when Charles De Ketelaere scored. Mikel Merino secured Spain's win with a late goal, his second crucial strike in the tournament. Belgium's hopes were dashed after their goalkeeper sustained an injury during the match. This victory extended Spain's impressive unbeaten run to thirty-seven games.

Members of India's ODI squad, including Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Shubman Gill, are likely to begin practicing at Edgbaston for the three-match series. Over 200 kilometres away, the T20I setup will look to avoid yet another 'first'.

Mikel Merino's late goal secured Spain's World Cup semifinal place. This victory also matched Argentina's record for the second-longest unbeaten run. Spain now holds a 36-game streak without defeat in international football. They are now one match away from Italy's all-time unbeaten record. Spain will face France in their next crucial semifinal match.

1983 World Cup winner Madan Lal urged patience with 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after his struggles in India's T20I series loss to England. He said the youngster must learn to build an innings, adding, "You can't afford to hit every ball." Madan Lal also criticised India's overall performance, saying rebuilding a strong team takes time while success can be quickly undone.

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A new report claims Taylor Swift's friendship fallout with Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds has also affected her relationship with their four children, to whom she is reportedly a godmother. The claims resurfaced after the family's absence from Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding, although another report said Swift remains close to her other godson, Leo Thames, despite reduced contact with his mother, Jaime King.

Mikel Merino scored a late winner to secure Spain's World Cup semi-final spot. Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in a thrilling quarter-final match on Friday. They will now face tournament favorites France in their next game. Spain extended their impressive unbeaten run to thirty-seven matches. Belgium's eighteen-game undefeated streak concluded with this loss.

The Vancouver Canucks’ winger Jake DeBrusk has been a regular name concerning trade speculations, ahead of the new season. As the team seeks a roster rebuild, a number of teams have been linked to him. Amid all the mess, the Chicago Blackhawks and the Winnipeg Jets have emerged as potential landing spots.

The government has instructed all states to strictly follow correct script and diction. State songs must now be played before the national song and anthem. This directive ensures proper adherence to national symbols during official functions. The home ministry provided the correct script and pronunciation details on its portal. States are requested to issue suitable instructions for strict compliance by all organizations.

India's breast cancer survival rate stands at sixty-five point seven percent. This figure is lower than the global median survival rate. Early diagnosis and timely treatment are crucial for improving survival outcomes. Disparities exist in access to quality cancer care across regions. Strengthening detection and treatment access is essential for better results.

India is considering stricter age limits for social media access. Prime Minister Modi praised Australia's ban on platforms for children under sixteen. This move follows growing government focus on online safety for minors. Several Indian states have also proposed similar restrictions on social media use. Nationwide implementation faces significant challenges due to India's vast internet user population.

Stefon Diggs, the former New England Patriots’ wide receiver, has been dealing with many challenging things in his life for the past few months, ever since he was released by the team after losing in the Super Bowl, a few months ago. While his high profile break up with Cardi B had sparked chaos, the controversial assault allegation made by a man named Christopher Blake Griffith has shocked millions.