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1Entertainmentnewcastleherald.com.au

Rosie O'Donnell set to guest host Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Comedian Rosie O'Donnell is set to guest host Jimmy Kimmel Live!, joining a group of stars filling in for him, including Tiffany Haddish, Colman Domingo, Ike Barinholtz, Anthony Anderson, and Jimmy Kimmel. This follows a period when ABC pulled the show off the air for six days in 2025, when Kimmel mentioned that O’Donnell would be one of his "all-time favourites" and asked for a special guest presenting gig. The news comes amidst ongoing feud between O'den and US President Donald Trump, who have been publicly feuding since 2006.

2Sportsassets.thehansindia.com

FIFA WC 2026: Gakpo, Brobbey hit double each as Netherlands crush Sweden 5-1

The Netherlands defeated Sweden 5-1 in a thrilling FIFA World Cup 2026 match in Houston. Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo scored two goals each, securing the win for the Dutch team. Sweden's attempts to claw back the deficit were largely unsuccessful. The victory lifts the Netherlands above Sweden in Group F, bolstering their position in the knockout stages.

3Techmk.co.kr

SK Telecom is speeding up the transition of AI (Company AI) that uses artificial intelligence (AI) a..

SK Telecom is moving towards the transition of AI (Company AI) that uses artificial intelligence (AI) as a peer rather than a work aid. The company's strategy involves giving AI agents work and duties and establishing an organizational system that works with members. The most noticeable change is the definition of AI agents as a task subject, given company numbers, affiliation, duties, and authority, and managed in a procedure similar to that of employees from joining to leaving the company. The work method will also be redesigned focusing on AI, with SK Telecom introducing an "AX Sandbox" that redesigns existing tasks from blank paper. The firm also plans to expand this method to companies.

4Worldmoneycontrol.com

Ray-Ban heir escalates fight for control of family fortune- Moneycontrol

Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio, an heir to the Ray-Ban empire, has challenged his family's holding company, Delfin Sarl, to support his €10 billion ($11.5 billion) buyout of two siblings. Delvecchio is attempting to buy the combined 25% stakes held by his siblings Luca and Paola in Delfin, which would increase his ownership to 37.5% and make him the largest shareholder of the Luxembourg-based investment vehicle. The deal hinges on securing a €10bn financing package with UniCredit SpA, BNP Paribas SA and Credit Agricole SA, one of the largest acquisition financings ever sought by an individual in Europe. Delfi, which controls a large stake in EssilorLuxottica and holds major investments in some of Italy's most strategically important financial institutions, is seen as an important player in the Italian corporate landscape.

5Politicspeakoil.com

Trump says US will begin charging tolls in Strait of Hormuz if final Iran deal not reached in 60 days

President Trump has threatened to impose tolls in the Strait of Hormuz if a final Iran deal is not reached within 60 days. This comes amid conflicting accounts of who controls the strategic oil corridor. The president stated that there would be "NO TOLLS" in the waterway during or after the ceasefire period unless the two sides fail to reach a final agreement. This could be enforced by the United States of America for services rendered as the "Guardian Angel" to countries in the Middle East. The Gulf channel, which carries about 20 percent of the world's daily oil supply, has been a key point of leverage in the conflict.

6Sportseuropesays.com

Herve Renard unable to prevent Tunisia exit as Japan win 4-0 in World Cup’s 1000th game - Africa & Europe

Japan defeated Tunisia 4-0 in the World Cup's 1000th game, eliminating the north African side. The win marks the most an Asian team has ever scored in a World Cup game, according to The Athletic. The victory puts Japan one foot in the round of 32, with their most likely opponents likely to be Brazil, Morocco or France. Despite new Tunisian coach Herve Renard's efforts to improve the team's defence, Japan's victory was not enough to prevent their elimination. Despite injuries to key players including Karou Mitoma, Takumi Minamino and Wataru Endo, Japan has found a way to thrive without them. They are now level with the Netherlands on +4 goal difference at the top of their group, which would be the tiebreaker if they finish level on points.

7Politicsus.headtopics.com

US Vice President Kamala Harris Departs for Peace Talks with Iran

US Vice President Kamala Harris has departed for peace talks with Iran, joining U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in the negotiations. The talks are expected to focus on Iran's nucLear program and the Israel-Hezbollah conflict. An emergency session on Israel-hezbollah hostilities has been added to the opening-day agenda of peace talks in Switzerland. The peace talks are anticipated to be challenging but optimistic about a breakthrough. Vice President JD Vance has postponed his trip to Switzerland for Iran peace negotiations due to logistical issues.

8Sciencecouriermail.com.au

‘Knew this day was coming’: Bird flu warning

The H5 strain of bird flu has been discovered in a Brown Skua bird in southwestern WA, which is linked to the deaths of thousands of seal pups in Antarctica and millions of birds across the globe. Until now, Australia and New Zealand were the only two countries unaffected by the strain. Birdlife Australia CEO Kate Millar has called for an increase in funding, stating that current $11.2m for at-risk species is insufficient. Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young has urged the government to urgently increase funding to combat the virus, warning that it could lead to "one of the biggest domestic crises since Covid".

9Entertainmentidahostatesman.com

Netflix Quietly Canceled 2 Shows From ‘Stranger Things' Creators

The Duffer Brothers, known for their successful series "Stranger Things," have been the subject of two cancelled shows from Netflix, 'The Boroughs', and 'The Talisman', which was set to be their next project. Despite initially signing on to create an adaptation for the series, the show was reportedly canceled by Netflix due to poor viewership. Ross Duffer shared that the project had been in development hell for a long time and was not involved in the production. The cancellation comes just two months after the Duffer brothers officially left Netflix for a new lucrative contract with Paramount. The animated Stranger Things: Tales from '85 is now the only title left from the Duffels.

10Sciencearticle.wn.com

NASA sends 2026 World Cup ball to ISS to study balance in microgravity - Worldnews

The official match ball for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Triond, has been sent to the International Space Station to study its balance and movements in microgravity. This is a crucial measure for a player's ability to control a ball's movement, and scientists must ensure its movements are consistent.

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