Experts warn Trump is playing politics with US intelligence
NewsFeed Former officials warn that Trump’s intelligence overhaul risks politicising national security. Acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte, who replaced Tulsi Gabbard, has already dismissed 19 officers accused of being part of the ‘deep state’. Published On 8 Jul 20268 Jul 2026 Click here to share on social media share-nodes Share googleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo Adblock test (Why?)
FIFA condemns fan’s racist attack on IShowSpeed at Argentina World Cup match
An Argenitna supporter told Speed to ‘go cry at the zoo’ on his livestream at the match against Cape Verde in Miami. Published On 8 Jul 20268 Jul 2026 FIFA has condemned the racist abuse hurled at social media influencer IShowSpeed during his livestream at a World Cup match in the United States. Football’s global governing body issued a statement on Tuesday saying it “strongly condemns racism, hate, and discrimination in all forms” after an incident involving the American social media celebrity and a fan at Argentina’s last-32 match against Cabo Verde last week. “FIFA was made aware of an incident involving a supporter and #IShowSpeed at Miami Stadium during the Argentina vs Cabo Verde match on 3 July 2026 and immediately initiated an investigation,” the statement said. Speed, whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr, has attended and streamed several World Cup matches under a deal with FIFA, US-based host broadcaster Fox Sports and YouTube that lets him simulcast official match feeds. During his livestream of Argentina vs Cabo Verde in Miami, Speed turned towards a fan leaning over the railing of her stand to catch his attention. When he asked her what she was saying, the fan apparently told Speed in Spanish to “go cry at the zoo”. The American celebrity boasts a social media following of over 150 million – 57 million subscribers on YouTube, 50 million followers on Instagram, 47 million on TikTok and 4.1 million on X – and is a crowd-puller at World Cup stadiums. Last month, Al Jazeera saw Speed being mobbed by fans at a World Cup match in New Jersey as he exited the stadium, surrounded by security. FIFA said the World Cup was a celebration of “unity, diversity, and respect” and the organisation would not welcome anyone “who acts in a manner that undermines these values”. Advertisement Adblock test (Why?)
IOC eases restrictions on Russian athletes ahead of 2028 games
NewsFeed The International Olympic Committee has lifted some of the restrictions on Russian athletes, allowing them to compete in some team events and qualifying competitions ahead of the Los Angeles games in 2028. But the IOC has kept a ban on Russian flags and its national anthem at all IOC events for now. Published On 8 Jul 20268 Jul 2026 Click here to share on social media share-nodes Share googleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo Adblock test (Why?)
Delhi: Rekha Gupta government rolls out 300 electric buses, details here
Delhi received a major green boost as Union Home Minister Amit Shah flagged off 300 new electric buses, raising the city’s EV bus fleet to 4,800, and launched the Mission 70 Lakh Tree Plantation Campaign.
PM Modi’s Indonesia visit: Rare earths, key minerals, BrahMos, maritime security among big gains for India
PM Modi met and held talks with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Tuesday. The two leaders discussed strategic ties, signed agreements and pledged for cooperation in various sectors like defence, security, minerals, space and more.
Monsoon Mayhem In Delhi: Mercedes gets smashed as tree collapses on it in East of Kailash
Heavy rains lashed Delhi on Tuesday, bringing relief from intense heat but triggering traffic disruptions and property damage. A tree crushed a parked Mercedes in East of Kailash as the IMD issued a red alert.
Tamil Nadu: Govt employees’ salary to increase by 25%, CM Vijay announces first TASMAC pay revision in 20 years
The Tamil Nadu government has announced a 25% salary hike for TASMAC employees to curb corruption and prevent overcharging of liquor customers.
Mumbai rains: Family dies in building collapse day before vacating their home
Six-people died and one person was injured in the incident where two to three shanties in a ‘ground-plus-three’ structure collapsed in Mankhurd’s Janata Nagar.
Ram Mandir Donation Row: Champat Rai issues first statement after theft allegations
Champat Rai has broken his silence on the Ram Temple donation controversy, urging the public to wait for the SIT’s final report before drawing conclusions.
‘Full truth will come to light’: Champat Rai addresses allegations over Ram Temple theft case amid SIT probe
Breaking silence over Ram Temple donation theft case, he said that he will open up only after the Special Investigation Team (SIT) completes the probe.