Follow Mail Sport's live blog for the latest updates following the tragic news that Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota has died aged 28 in a car accident in Zamora, Spain.  

Jota died in the early hours of Thursday morning while he was travelling in the super car with his fellow footballer brother Andre, 26, who was also killed in the crash.

Pub chain JD Wetherspoon has confirmed the 'Walham Green' on Fulham Road in West London will be the first of its six new pubs to open in England over the coming months.

The Defence Acquisition Council, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has approved the procurement of ten capital acquisition proposals worth Rs 1.05 lakh crore through indigenous sourcing. This includes equipment like Recovery Vehicles, Electronic Warfare Systems, and Surface-to-Air Missiles. These procurements aim to enhance the operational readiness of the Armed Forces by improving mobility, air defense, and supply chain management.

ASP NV Baramani sought early retirement, citing public humiliation by Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah during a rally. PM Modi emphasized India's stability for global prosperity during his Ghana visit. India cleared Pakistan hockey team's entry for Asia Cup and Junior WC, separating politics from sports. A shooting at a Chicago nightclub resulted in four fatalities and multiple injuries.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed Ghana's parliament, conveying the goodwill of 1.4 billion Indians and lauding Ghana as an inspiration for Africa. He highlighted the nation's courage and commitment to inclusive progress, expressing gratitude for receiving Ghana's national award. Both countries agreed to elevate their relationship to a comprehensive partnership, addressing global challenges and advocating for reforms in global governance.

Congress MP Manickam Tagore has criticized the central government for prioritizing a nameplate on the new Parliament building while ignoring critical issues. He pointed out the government's silence on Donald Trump's claims of brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Tagore also highlighted the disregard for MPs' demands regarding Operation Sindoor and the Pahalgam attack, questioning the government's respect for democratic processes.

The NHAI has inaugurated the Bandikui-Jaipur link road from the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, significantly reducing travel time between Delhi and Jaipur to 2.5-3 hours. This 67-km access-controlled highway bypasses congested routes, offering a faster and more seamless journey. The project, built at a cost of Rs 2,016 crore, will also ease congestion on existing national highways.

The portal further noted that in 2024, the EU spent nearly 22 bln euro on Russian fossil fuel imports, only 1% less than the previous year

The two countries exchanged notes of protest over each other’s actions

In his opinion, it’s America’s political system that has lost its way, not its people

Vladimir Barbin emphasized that Western nations, including Denmark, are advancing false narratives about alleged growing threats to European security in the public discourse

According to Ukraine’s Deputy Prime Minister Alexey Kuleba, a «strike» was delivered on the port city

Louise Pierrette Mvono, Ministre de la Planification et de la Prospective, a présidé ce mercredi 02 juillet 2025, une séance de travail avec les représentants de la Banque Africaine de Développement (BAD). La Séance de travail stratégique a tourné autour du Plan National du Développement (PND) 2026-2030. Au cœur des échanges : « la Mission d'Orientation et de Cadrage des travaux techniques liés à la préparation du Plan National de Développement du Gabon (PND) 2026–2030 ». Cette (...) - COOPERATION / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

CEO Pavel Durov has cited a surge in Telegram-related ‘media mistakes’ that spread rapidly despite swift denials Read Full Article at RT.com

The US president should use “every tool in the hardball diplomacy toolkit” against Brussels, Mike Benz has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Major General Mikhail Gudkov reportedly died after a Ukrainian missile strike on a Marines’ field HQ Read Full Article at RT.com

The jet stuck in the South Asian country for over 2 weeks may be taken back in a transport aircraft Read Full Article at RT.com

Three of the eight personnel on board survived, authorities report Read Full Article at RT.com

Deepfakes – videos, images and audio created using artificial intelligence (AI) to realistically simulate or fabricate content – are booming on the internet. They are becoming increasingly accessible, as what previously required powerful tools can now be done with free mobile apps and limited digital skills. At the same time, they are becoming increasingly sophisticated and therefore more difficult to detect, especially audio deepfakes. While deepfakes have applications in entertainment and creativity, their potential for spreading fake news, creating non-consensual content and undermining trust in digital media is problematic, as they are evolving faster than existing legislative frameworks. A projected 8 million deepfakes will be shared in 2025, up from 500 000 in 2023. The European Commission states that pornographic material accounts for about 98 % of deepfakes. Deepfakes pose greater risks for children than adults, as children's cognitive abilities are still developing and children have more difficulty identifying deepfakes. Children are also more susceptible to harmful online practices including grooming, cyberbullying and child sexual abuse material. This highlights the need for legal action and cooperation, including developing the tools and methods needed to tackle these threats at the required scale and pace. Furthermore, there is a growing need for enhanced generative AI literacy for children, educators and parents. There is also a need for increased industry efforts and better implementation of relevant European Union (EU) legislation such as the Artificial Intelligence Act and the Digital Services Act. Monitoring indicators on children's online use at the EU level are currently non-existent, highlighting the need for their implementation. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Initiatives to restore European primary forests and thereby reverse centuries of decline are gaining traction. Such restoration could deliver significant ecological, environmental, climate-related and socio-cultural benefits, ranging from biodiversity conservation, water regulation and climate mitigation, to ecotourism and renewed human relationships with nature. However, a number of challenges and trade-offs need to be addressed, including the lack of primary forest mapping, concerns over human exclusion and potential economic losses. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Bungwe la Red Cross Malawi lomwe limaona ndi kuyendetsa za chitetezo ,ufulu ndi thandizo la anthu launikira atolankha pa zomwe anthu amayenera kutsata mu nthawi ya zipwilikiti za nkhondo kuti iwo pamodzi ndi anthuwa molingana ndi lamulo la m’maiko omwe bungweli likugwiramo ntchito lotchedwa International Humanitarian Law(IHL) m’malamulo ankhondo ,ufulu komanso chitetezo cha anthu kuti […] The post Bungwe la Red Cross Malawi lapeleka Maphunziro apadera kwa atolankhani mu mzinda wa Blantyre appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has re-assured investors of a strategic turn-over of the performance of its Tanzanian subsidiary, Akiba Commercial Bank, which posted a loss in the 2024 financial year. The re-assurance came during the Bank’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on Monday at its Leadership Centre in Blantyre after shareholders raised […] The post NBM plc assures on Akiba turn-over: Approve K59 billion dividend appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Public Affairs Committee (PAC), once hailed as Malawi’s moral voice and conscience, is now steeped in controversy — its executive committee clinging to power unlawfully for nearly three years, after their constitutionally-mandated term expired in December 2022. At the center of the storm is Monsignor Patrick Thawale, who continues to chair a committee that […] The post EXPOSED: Three Years Now and Counting — PAC Still Operating Illegally as Executive Members’ Mandate Expired in 2022 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

First Capital Bank (FCB) Chairman and Founder, Hitesh Anadkat has blown his own trumpet describing the Bank as the champion of banking revolution in the country. Anadkat made the remarks during the Bank’s 30th anniversary customer cocktail in Blantyre on Tuesday, where he reflected on FCB’s journey and growth. “It was not easy to penetrate […] The post ‘FCB revolutionized banking industry in Malawi’ – Anadkat appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In their pursuit for a non-violence September 16, 2025, General Elections, stakeholders in Lilongwe City Lumbadzi Constituency have agreed to form an ‘Anti-Political Violence Committee’ to prevent and mitigate political violence. The stakeholders made the resolution at a meeting the National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) Public Trust organized with financial assistance from the European […] The post Lumbadzi Anti-Political Violence Committee formed to prevent electoral violence in Lilongwe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Shrishti Raghuvanshi and a news anchor are facing legal trouble after allegedly making defamatory statements against the Kamakhya Temple during a television interview. Guwahati Police have issued summons, citing concerns that the remarks hurt religious sentiments and disturbed public peace.

Mogadishu (HOL) — President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met with the Somali Salvation Forum, a key opposition coalition, at the Presidential Palace (Villa Somalia) on Thursday — marking their second high-level dialogue in less than a month.

AIIMS Delhi doctors refuted Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's claim linking COVID-19 vaccines to sudden cardiac deaths in Hassan, citing a study showing no clear association. They emphasized vaccines' crucial role in reducing mortality during the pandemic.

The government will convene an all-party meeting on July 19 to discuss the Monsoon session of Parliament, now extended to August 21. Key bills, including one allowing private companies into the atomic energy sector, are slated for introduction. The session will also address Operation Sindoor and discussions surrounding US President Trump's mediation claims between India and Pakistan.

NV Baramani, a Karnataka ASP, chose to retire. This followed public criticism. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's actions at a Belagavi rally led to this. Baramani cited humiliation as the reason. The incident involved a perceived slap gesture. It sparked controversy and media attention. BJP leaders demanded an apology from Siddaramaiah. The event caused Baramani mental distress.