World Cup 2026 kicks off with Shakira in Mexico City today
The World Cup 2026 opening ceremony on Thursday, 11 June, features Shakira, Burna Boy and a star-studded lineup at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Here’s what to know.
Sports
News
US inflation rises to 4.2% as Iran war pushes fuel prices up
US inflation hit 4.2% in May 2026, the highest since 2023, as the Iran war drives gasoline prices up 40.5% and energy costs surge past pre-war levels.
Viral News
Karmelo Anthony gets 35 years for murder and files an appeal
Karmelo Anthony was sentenced to 35 years for murder on Tuesday, 9 June 2026, and filed a notice of appeal the following day, citing inability to afford a lawyer.
Viral News
Belfast erupts in second night of anti-immigrant riots
Anti-immigrant riots swept Belfast for a second night after a Sudanese man was charged with attempted murder in a knife attack that blinded a local man.
International
Chloe Bailey links with Timbaland on ‘Resurrection’ mixtape
Chloe Bailey and Timbaland have announced the ‘Resurrection’ mixtape, dropping 19 June 2026, a major musical comeback pairing with R&B production royalty.
International
‘Every Year After’ is now streaming on Prime Video
‘Every Year After’ is now streaming on Prime Video from Wednesday, 10 June 2026, all eight episodes of the romance series based on Carley Fortune’s novel available now.
Movies
‘Toy Story 5’ first reactions call Pixar sequel a home run
‘Toy Story 5’ world premiere reactions call the Pixar sequel a home run, with critics praising Jessie’s lead role and the toys vs tech story ahead of 19 June.
Viral News
Pope Leo XIV opens world’s tallest church at Sagrada Familia
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass at the Sagrada Familia on Wednesday, 10 June 2026, and inaugurated the Tower of Jesus Christ, now the world’s tallest Catholic church.
Crime
Johannesburg mass shooting kills 12 at informal settlement
A Johannesburg mass shooting killed twelve people at the Jumpers informal settlement in Cleveland on Tuesday, 9 June 2026, police suspect illegal mining rivalry.
News
South Africa GDP beat forecast in Q1 2026 with 0.5% growth
Stats SA released Q1 2026 GDP data on Tuesday, 9 June 2026: South Africa’s economy grew 0.5%, beating forecasts and extending six quarters of growth.
Technology
Judge voids Trump’s $100K H-1B visa fee as unconstitutional
A Boston federal judge voided Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee on Tuesday, 9 June 2026, ruling it an unconstitutional tax imposed without congressional approval.
News
US Army Apache crashes near Strait of Hormuz, crew rescued
A US Army Apache crashed near the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, 8 June 2026; the two crew members were rescued by sea drone in a military first.
Sports
Spurs stun Knicks at MSG to get back in NBA Finals 2026
Wembanyama’s 32 points powered the Spurs to a 115-111 win over the Knicks in NBA Finals Game 3 at MSG.
International
Talay Riley dead at 35 after a London stabbing
Grammy winner Talay Riley is dead after a stabbing in East London on Friday, 5 June 2026. He was 35. Three people were arrested following the attack.
Viral News
South Korea’s KOSPI crashes 8% and triggers circuit breaker
The South Korea stock market crash of Monday, 8 June 2026, saw the KOSPI plunge 8% and trigger a circuit breaker after Iran strikes, a Broadcom miss and US jobs data.
International
Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater split after three years
Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater have split after nearly three years together. Sources say the breakup is amicable, with both parties remaining on good terms.
Sports
Kimi Antonelli claims Monaco Grand Prix to extend 2026 lead
Kimi Antonelli won the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix for his fifth straight Formula 1 victory, extending his championship lead to 66 points with six races gone.
International
Offset confronts driver who manhandled women in Monaco
Footage obtained by TMZ shows Offset confronting a chauffeur in Monaco after the rapper allegedly witnessed the driver manhandle a group of women.
Lifestyle
Weekly horoscope 8-14 June 2026 – What the stars have in store
All 12 signs for the horoscope 8-14 June 2026: Venus meets Jupiter, Mercury clashes with Saturn, and a New Moon in Gemini resets the week.
Movies
‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ is first $1 billion film of 2026
The ‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ crossed $1 billion globally in its tenth weekend, the first 2026 release to reach the milestone and the franchise’s second billion-dollar hit.
News
Israel strikes Iran directly as ceasefire shows fresh strain
Israel launched airstrikes on Iran on Monday, 8 June 2026, as Tehran fired back with 30 ballistic missiles, threatening the fragile April ceasefire.
International
‘Devil May Cry’ season 3 confirmed as Netflix final season
Netflix has renewed ‘Devil May Cry’ for a third and final season, completing Adi Shankar’s three-part Divine Comedy-inspired gaming adaptation saga.
International
Olivia Rodrigo’s third album arrives on 12 June 2026
Olivia Rodrigo’s third album “you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love” drops 12 June 2026. Here is everything you need to know before it lands.
Sports
Comrades Marathon 2026: Gerda Steyn eyes history on 14 June
The 2026 Comrades Marathon runs on Sunday, 14 June, from Durban to Pietermaritzburg. Gerda Steyn chases a fifth title on the shortest up run in recent history.
International
‘House of the Dragon’ season 3 premiere date confirmed
‘House of the Dragon’ season 3 premieres 21 June 2026 on HBO and DStv. Eight episodes, a Taormina preview, and the civil war escalates.
International
Tony Awards 2026: Schmigadoon! wins best musical
‘Schmigadoon!’ won best musical at the Tony Awards on Sunday, 7 June 2026. Qween Jean made history as the first transgender Tony winner in any category.
Viral News
Philippines 7.8 earthquake kills eight, triggers tsunami
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Mindanao on Monday, 8 June 2026, killing eight and triggering tsunami warnings across the Asia-Pacific region.
News
Peru votes in presidential runoff on 7 June 2026
Peru holds a presidential runoff on Sunday, 7 June 2026, between Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sánchez, with polls showing Fujimori ahead.
Movies
‘Scary Movie 6’ breaks franchise record on opening weekend
‘Scary Movie 6’ earned a franchise-record $56 million opening weekend in the US, topping Scary Movie 3’s 2003 record with a $30 million budget.
International
Simone Biles hospitalised after health scare
Simone Biles revealed on 6 June 2026 she was hospitalised after a health scare, calling it “one of the scariest experiences of my life.”