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Apple has raised prices on multiple Mac and iPad models, saying memory and storage costs have surged because AI data‑centre buildouts are driving extraordinary demand. Console makers including Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo have announced similar increases; analysts say memory supply will remain tight through 2027 and into 2028, forcing higher consumer prices and weaker hardware sales.
Haaland has starred in Norway’s World Cup opener, delivering a standout performance that has energized fans from Boston to Vancouver. Norway has returned to the World Cup after 28 years, and celebrations reflect a surge of global interest in the tournament.
Recent studies show gray whales in the Pacific are experiencing high mortality rates, largely due to vessel collisions and Arctic food shortages. A whale found dead in Washington highlights ongoing threats, while efforts to reduce vessel strikes are underway. The population remains critically low, with fewer than 13,000 whales counted since 1970.
Iran's football federation has said it will participate in the 2026 World Cup but has presented 10 conditions for attending, including guaranteed visas, respect for its flag and anthem, and higher security. FIFA has reaffirmed Iran will play its group matches in the United States; visa and border disputes have caused recent friction.
Top players have pressed for a larger share of Grand Slam revenues, citing pay gaps and welfare needs. Aryna Sabalenka has warned a boycott could occur if negotiations stall; players emphasize respect and governance changes alongside prize money increases.
The pied-à-terre tax has been presented as a revenue tool for New York City, but officials face questions over how the levy would be calculated, what properties it would apply to, and how much revenue it would actually raise amid competing estimates.
Paris Saint-Germain has beaten Bayern Munich 5-4 in a high-octane Champions League semi-final first leg. Harry Kane leads a late fightback, while the tie remains open ahead of the return leg at the Allianz Arena.
A Nippon Dynawave Packaging tank ruptured at its Longview, Washington facility, causing multiple injuries and fatalities. Responders have declared a mass casualty scene; several patients have been transported to local hospitals as investigators assess the incident.
Canada has formally urged a timely USMCA review and signaled possible extension options as tariffs and trade tensions ripple across North America. Leaders in Ottawa and Washington stress the pact’s value while debates over annual reviews or a 16-year extension intensify.
Iran has confronted the United States over visa denials affecting key staff as its World Cup squad departs Antalya for Mexico ahead of group games in the United States. Tehran says the move disrupts participation, while FIFA is expected to monitor the issue as the tournament opens.
Cities hosting major events are using outreach and housing programs to address homelessness. Atlanta reports progress under Downtown Rising, housing nearly 500 people, while critics cite ongoing encampments and questions about funding and effectiveness.
A Guardian feature details Kevin Kotoko and Austin Franklin, two Fox World Cup watchers who are stationed in a Times Square viewing cube for the tournament, offering a window into the surreal setup and the challenges of the assignment.
Canada has secured its first-ever World Cup victory with a 6-0 rout of Qatar, led by Jonathan David’s hat-trick. Ismaël Kone suffered a serious leg injury prompting red cards for a Qatar defender; Canada now leads Group B and faces Switzerland in the next match.
Miller has had misdemeanor drug charges dismissed in Fremont County after authorities cited new information; he has pleaded not guilty to possession of psilocybin mushrooms and his attorney says he did not have drugs on him at the time of arrest. A related active case is cited, with no details released.
Switzerland has beaten Canada 2-1 to seal top spot in Group B while Canada exits the group stage after a historic run; Bosnia and Herzegovina beat Qatar 3-1 to finish third and await potential extension based on points. Vargas and Manzambi strike for Switzerland; Edin Džeko nets milestone moment for Bosnia; Koné returns from injury in Vancouver.
Iran finishes third in Group G with three points after draws against Belgium, New Zealand and Egypt. A stoppage-time offside decision denied a potential group victory, while travel and visa restrictions imposed by the U.S. complicated preparation and recovery, leaving Iran eliminated as the World Cup concludes.
Non-sponsor brands are driving cultural moments at the World Cup, surpassing official sponsors in engagement and influencing ad strategies across the U.S., Canada and Mexico-hosted tournament. Non-sponsors leverage real-time trends and creative campaigns, while official sponsors maintain traditional visibility.
The Maple Leafs have signed Sergei Bobrovsky to a three-year, $21 million contract, moving him from Florida where he helped the Panthers reach multiple finals. Florida has traded for Jacob Markstrom and Akira Schmid to bolster their crease, setting up a new goaltending tandem.