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Argentina may face FIFA disciplinary action after displaying a Falklands sovereignty banner. The team celebrated a World Cup semi-final victory over England with the controversial message. This political display follows a similar incident for which Argentina was previously fined. Argentina's vice-president supported the players' actions on social media platforms. The team now prepares for the World Cup final against Spain.

Argentina clinched a dramatic 2-1 win against England on Wednesday, ensuring their place in the FIFA World Cup Final. The defending champions staged a remarkable comeback after trailing for a significant part of the match, as England's lead crumbled in the final moments. Next up for Argentina is a face-off against Spain in the grand finale this Sunday.

A 24-year-old Indian woman was fatally stabbed at her London home. A man has been charged with murder and attempted murder in connection with the incident. The victim's family alleges the attack was racially motivated and seeks government assistance. They had sold land to fund her education and future aspirations in the UK. British Sikh groups express concern over rising race-based attacks targeting vulnerable individuals.

Police exhumed a woman's body from her husband's home after she was allegedly murdered. Her husband buried her body inside the house and plastered the floor. He then filed a missing person report to divert suspicion from himself. The woman's mother had alleged her son-in-law and his parents killed her daughter. An FIR was registered, and teams are working to arrest the accused.

Isro's Department of Space has introduced new rules for scientist resignations. These new regulations aim to prevent departures from key projects like Gaganyaan. The department now requires central directors to refer all such requests to DoS. This move reverses a 2020 decision that empowered centre directors to accept resignations. Isro acknowledges departures but states it is prepared to manage the situation.

A newly married couple's family faced tragedy returning from Goa. Their SUV crashed into a parked dumper truck on the Mumbai-Goa highway. Four family members and the driver died in the devastating accident. The groom sustained severe injuries and is hospitalized for treatment. Police are investigating the dangerously parked truck and the speeding SUV.

The court also cautioned youngsters and their families against ‘romance fraud’ and asked them to exercise utmost caution while getting into online or tech-facilitated relationships.

US stock markets saw gains on Wednesday, driven by strong corporate earnings reports. Investors also reacted positively to recent inflation data, which showed a notable slowdown. This easing inflation reduced expectations for an imminent interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve. However, ongoing Middle East tensions kept global energy supply concerns elevated. Asian and European markets also posted gains, with technology shares leading the advance.

Wife detained as police probe conflicting statements; motive yet to be ascertained

In a remarkable finding, a scientist has uncovered a new species of eyeless fish in Bobcat Cave, aptly named the demon cavefish after a character from a popular TV series. This fascinating creature has evolved to thrive in complete darkness, displaying no eyes or pigmentation. Intriguingly, it cohabits with another sightless predator, showcasing the resilience of unique wildlife beneath humanity's constructed environments.

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has announced a first-in-the-nation "Click-to-Cancel" rule forcing Netflix, Amazon, Disney+, and other subscription services to let customers cancel as easily as they signed up. Effective October 1, the rule bans phone-only cancellations and hidden hurdles, with penalties starting at $525 per violation. It revives a federal FTC policy struck down in 2025, now enforced at the city level.

The United States has enacted fresh sanctions against seven individuals and entities linked to Iran's arms procurement activities. Targeting parties in Iran, Russia, Italy, and Nigeria, these sanctions aim to cut off financial support for Iran’s military. Consequently, any assets under US jurisdiction will be frozen under these regulations, intensifying efforts to undermine Iran’s military networks.

A dispute over society funds turned violent in Ghaziabad's GH-7 Society. A resident allegedly assaulted the former treasurer inside a lift on Wednesday morning. The incident, captured on CCTV, shows repeated kicks and punches. Police took the accused into custody after a complaint was filed. An FIR has been registered, and further investigation is ongoing.

Ankur and Ruchi Warikoo share five financial rules for family well-being. They prioritize building wealth over outward appearances and luxury items. Investing generously in health and enriching experiences guides their spending decisions. The couple emphasizes investing income first before covering daily expenses. Continuous learning remains a core principle with no fixed budget for education.

Officials said the tremor may have been felt in and around Krishnagiri, Hosur and adjoining parts of Karnataka. No reports of damage or casualties have been received.

Argentina vice president Victoria Villarruel sparked controversy before the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final against England by calling the Three Lions "pirate usurpers" and invoking the Falklands (Malvinas), Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi. Her remarks came ahead of Messi's first-ever international meeting with England, as the defending champions chase a place in the final against Spain.