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Mikel Oyarzabal set Spain on their way to the last 16 of the World Cup – moments after Marc Cucurella was controversially denied the opener against Austria. Oyarzabal got his third goal of the World Cup after finishing off a flowing move by the Spanish, who dominated the first half. Spain did not let a controversial decision to rule out a Cucurella goal moments before to affect them, with a free-kick given for a soft foul on Austria goalkeeper Alexander Schlager. Oyarzabal finishes off flowing Spain move Oyzarzabal has nailed down Spain’s starting striker role, with this his 16th goal…

VALLETTA: The hit franchise Holmes 3, directed by Philip Barantini, which was shot in Malta benefiting from the cash rebate, premiered on Netflix on 1 July 2026. The production serves as a massive showcase for the island, blending Hollywood talent with Malta’s robust filming infrastructure and rich historical backdrops. To manage the massive scale of the Victorian-era period piece, Netflix partnered with Malta-based Valletta Pictures, who handled local production services, casting for Maltese talent, and logistical coordination. The production was incentivised by the Malta Film Commission’s 40% cash rebate. The mystery film was shot in Shepperton Studios, England, and on Maltese…

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ anti-terrorism campaign is facing a lawsuit from one of its targets. The Council on American-Islamic Relations sued Thursday to stop the Republican governor from designating the group as a “domestic terrorist organization” under HB 1471, a newly enacted law aimed at rooting out “radical terrorist ideologies” in Florida. Representing the council are the American Civil Liberties Union and Southern Poverty Law Center, which accused the governor of violating the First and Fourteenth Amendments with the state’s “statutory scheme.” “Gov. DeSantis does not have the power to unilaterally brand an organization with this vilifying designation and punish…

Amid the death and despair in Venezuela are a handful of miraculous tales of rescue that have emerged from the earthquake’s rubble. On June 24, a pair of quakes less than a minute apart struck 160 km from Caracas, levelling buildings across northwestern and central Venezuela. The death toll has surpassed 2,000 while some 50,000 people are still missing, officials have said. More than 20 countries are aiding search efforts, and thousands have been rescued so far. A lucky few continue to be rescued even days after the critical window for survival has passed. Here are the remarkable stories of…

Inclusive and profitable economic ecosystems can be built, invested in, and scaled. That was my core message at the recent Fast Company Impact Council Annual Meeting, where I joined innovative business leaders to discuss what it will take to rebuild America’s competitive edge. I sat on the mainstage alongside Jean-Claude Brizard, president and CEO of Digital Promise, and Deirdre White, CEO of Pyxera Global. Prompted by Brendan Vaughan, editor-in-chief of Fast Company, we each addressed the limit of investing in binary thinking. Jean-Claude highlighted the pitfall of adopting sweeping prohibitions on technology use in schools without engaging educators skilled in…

Carney declined to confirm whether maintaining the federal oil tanker ban signalled that Alberta would be pursuing a southern route, as opposed to the northern option that Smith had initially said she favoured, given its closer proximity to Asian markets. Prince Rupert, B.C. is about 1,500 km closer to Asian destinations and a port there would likely also face less congestion than in the busy waterways around Vancouver.

VALLETTA: Maltese director Joshua Cassar Gaspar’s directorial debut, The Theft of the Caravaggio, is heading to North America. Following its acquisition by a US distributor, the film will launch on major digital platforms, including Apple TV and Amazon. Shot on 35mm film in Malta, the thriller follows a cathedral caretaker who awakens to find a priceless Caravaggio masterpiece stolen on his watch. Produced by Valletta Pictures, the film features Maltese cast Paul Kissaun, Elektra Anastasi, Peter Galea and Narcy Calamatt, alongside British actor Robert Grose. After a successful global festival run, including stops at the Toronto IFF Industry, Abu Dhabi,…

You cooked on Sunday. It is now Thursday. The container looks fine. It smells fine. You eat it anyway, and an hour later you understand the mistake. The 3 to 4 day rule for leftovers is not a conservative guideline invented by overcautious government agencies. It is based on documented bacterial growth rates, and the most dangerous part is that the bacteria responsible for most leftover-related illness produce no smell, no visible mold, and no change in texture before they reach levels that make you sick. How long do leftovers last? The short answer: Most cooked leftovers last 3 to…

Maritimers are being told to prepare for a couple of days of high temperatures and humidity as a heat wave that began earlier this week in Ontario and Quebec has made its way east. An Environment Canada meteorologist said the high temperatures on Thursday in the Maritimes are expected to last until Saturday in many parts of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, making for a “very uncomfortable” period.However, relief is in sight, says Ian Hubbard. The hot, humid air mass over the region is expected to change overnight Saturday into Sunday.“Winds are going to come around from…

Lil Wayne has finally addressed the controversy surrounding his missed performance after leaving thousands of concertgoers waiting without an explanation. Fans were disappointed when the rapper didn’t appear at a much-anticipated performance, prompting many questions after the show. In his absence, rumors started to circulate regarding the incident. Lil Wayne is now attempting to clear the air after publicly apologizing to disappointed fans. At the same time, fresh reports continue to shed light on what happened before and after the canceled appearance. WENN.com/ MEGA Lil Wayne broke his silence by apologizing directly to fans in Maine after failing to appear…