July 1, 2026
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CYBERPUNK: EDGERUNNERS 2Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 presents a new standalone 10-episode story from the world of Cyberpunk 2077, coming this fall, only on Netflix.
Season 1 of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is available for streaming only on Netflix.
Impressive from Maya Joint 👏
Joint defeats the 23-time Grand Slam Champion, Williams, 6-3, 6-7(6), 6-3! #Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/rMEk1SQDZu
— wta (@WTA) June 30, 2026
Cole Bambini wrote, “Serena Williams gave Wimbledon another chance to look at the sport’s greatness on Tuesday. And for her opponent Maya Joint — who defeated the seven-time Wimbledon champion 6-3, 6-7 (6), 6-3 in Williams’ first singles match in nearly four years — she fulfilled a lifelong dream and won the biggest match of her career.”
The win sets up a July 2nd match between Maya Joint and Alex Eala, who took care of her opponent in an earlier match.
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The LA Clippers have agreed to trade All-NBA forward Kawhi Leonard to the Toronto Raptors for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, unprotected first-round picks in 2031 and 2033, a 2027 first-round pick swap and two second-round picks, sources told ESPN on Tuesday.
The deal marks a return to Canada for the star who led the Raptors to an NBA title in 2019, winning Finals MVP after he averaged 28.5 points per game in the victory over the Golden State Warriors.
It wouldn’t be surprising to see Leonard return to Toronto, especially if the Raptors are willing to sign him to a two-year, $123.7 million extension. Furthermore, the team boasts a lot of promising young talent, namely Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, and rookie Allen Graves, whom they drafted 19th overall.
CONGRATULATIONS @NYLIBERTY
2026 COMMISSIONER’S CUP CHAMPIONS 🏆 pic.twitter.com/U5CNYxNzxA
— WNBA (@WNBA) July 1, 2026
In this year’s Cup Finals, Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionsecu lead the Liberty to their second Commissioner’s Cup championship in front of their home crowd. Sabrina Ionescu scored 26 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists – her best offensive game of the season, while Breanna Stewart added 25 points and 11 rebounds to help the Liberty beat the Las Vegas Aces 93-85.
The Las Vegas Aces are playing without their leading scorer and four-time MVP A’ja Wilson, who injured her right ankle on Sunday in a win over Chicago.
New York Liberty captured their second WNBA Commissioner’s Cup in 3 years. They won the cup in 2023 against the Las Vegas Aces as well.
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Puma has made a massive splash in the hoops world by officially signing WNBA All-Star Kelsey Mitchell to its growing basketball roster.
The Indiana Fever guard makes history as the inaugural athlete to join the Puma “Hali” franchise, a specialized sub-brand spearheaded by NBA star Tyrese Haliburton. Both dynamic guards share a close friendship and represent Indianapolis sports while rocking the number zero on their jerseys.
Welcome to the @PUMA fam @Kelz_Hoop. pic.twitter.com/TEz0pTazvq
— PUMA Basketball (@PUMAHoops) June 29, 2026
Images of Hali 1 that Kelsey Mitchell have been wearing during games.
This strategic partnership underscores Puma’s continued commitment to elevating women’s basketball. Fans can expect Mitchell to showcase exclusive, custom colorways of the Hali 1 sneaker on court later this season.
Filipina tennis star Alex Eala made history at the All England Club on Tuesday, dominating Mexico’s Renata Zarazúa 6-1, 6-2 to secure her first-ever main draw victory at Wimbledon.
Alexandra Eala secures a maiden main draw win at The Championships against Zarazua 6-1, 6-2 👏 pic.twitter.com/1Txdw0qUaV
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) June 30, 2026
Stepping onto the grass courts as a tournament seed (No. 29) for the first time in her career, the 21-year-old Eala looked completely in control from the outset. After an early 1-1 deadlock in the opening frame, Eala showcased brilliant baseline grit—surviving a marathon sixth game that featured seven deuces—to break Zarazúa’s serve and run away with the match. She wrapped up the commanding straight-sets victory in just one hour and 18 minutes.
Following her historic breakthrough, Eala advances to the second round, where a blockbuster matchup awaits. She will face the winner of the highly anticipated first-round match between 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams—making a wildcard comeback—and Australia’s Maya Joint.
Eala is scheduled to return to the court for her second-round match on Thursday, July 2, 2026, as she looks to extend her phenomenal grass-court campaign.
Source: WTA
No, THANK YOU! Truly a honor to wear the 💜💛 while trying to continuing the greatness & legacies that came before me! Hope I made a few proud during my stint. 🙏🏾🫡👑 https://t.co/RmQ6uvvgv0
— LeBron James (@KingJames) June 30, 2026
From NBA.com News Services;
LeBron James reportedly has informed the Los Angeles Lakers that he plans to play for a different team during the 2026-27 season, according to multiple reports citing Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul.
The move comes after Draymond Green declined his $27.6 million player option, clearing the runway for the Warriors to retain veteran center Kristaps Porzingis on a two-year, $40 million contract extension that includes a second-year player option.
Since joining the Lakers as a free agent in 2018, James has spent the last eight seasons rewriting the record books in Los Angeles. Now the NBA’s all-time leader in points, minutes, games, and seasons played, he averaged 25.9 points, 7.9 assists, and 7.7 rebounds across 479 regular-season appearances with the franchise. His tenure is highlighted by a 2020 championship run, where he captured Finals MVP honors while guiding the Lakers to their 17th title.
With Porzingis locked in, the Warriors are still expected to make a move to acquire LeBron’s former Lakers teammate, Anthony Davis, from the Wizards.
Ja dropping.
Welcome to Rip City, Ja Morant! 👏 pic.twitter.com/VtE7Fpgh8p
— Portland Trail Blazers (@trailblazers) June 30, 2026
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The Portland Trail Blazers have acquired guard Ja Morant from the Memphis Grizzlies in exchange for forward Jerami Grant and forward Kris Murray, it was announced today by General Manager Joe Cronin.
Morant (6-2, 174) has appeared in 327 career games (325 starts) over seven NBA seasons with Memphis, averaging 22.4 points, 7.4 assists, 4.6 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 31.7 minutes per game. He has earned NBA All-Star honors twice (2022, 2023), was named to the All-NBA Second Team in 2022 and received the NBA Most Improved Player Award following the 2021-22 season.
Memphis Grizzlies have now traded all their 4 core players of Morant, Dillon Brooks, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Desmond Bane, and appears to be rebuilding with their young player lead by Cameron Boozer, the No. 3 pick in the 2026 draft.
Morant will join a young and point guard heavy Blazers team fresh off its first playoff appearance lead by Deni Avdija, Scoot Henderson and Shaedon Sharpe, with their veterans, Jrue Holiday and Damian Lillard.
🐻 2x All-Star
🐻 All-NBA Second Team
🐻 Rookie of the Year
🐻 All-Rookie First Team
🐻 Most Improved Player
🐻 Franchise record for points in a single game (52)12, thank you for every highlight, every memory, every unforgettable moment and for all you've given this team, this… pic.twitter.com/1RscVZdelL
— Memphis Grizzlies (@memgrizz) June 30, 2026
A “historic” ₱85 daily wage adjustment—announced by Labor Secretary Francis Tolentino on June 30, 2026—stands as the highest recorded single wage increase approved by the Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) in the National Capital Region (NCR).
In DOLE’s announcement, “Upon Wage Order No. NCR-27, minimum wage earners in NCR shall receive a daily wage of PHP 780 for non-agriculture sectors, while PHP 743 for agriculture (plantation and non-plantation); service/retail establishments employing 15 workers or less; and manufacturing establishments regularly employing fewer than 10 workers. The increase will be delivered in two tranches: P60 upon the Wage Order’s effectivity on July 19, 2026, and an additional P25 on January 20, 2027.”
Roughly 1.1 million minimum wage earners in Metro Manila will see an immediate bump in their take-home pay. Additionally, an estimated 1.9 million full-time workers earning just above the baseline are expected to benefit from “wage distortion” adjustments—the corrections companies make to maintain a fair pay gap between job levels.
While DOLE and certain business groups accepted the compromise, labor groups note that even ₱780 falls significantly short of the living wage required to support a family in Metro Manila. Consequently, some lawmakers continue to push for a legislated nationwide wage hike of ₱100 to ₱200 to address inflation outside the capital region.
Anthony Slater, reporting for ESPN;
The Golden State Warriors are planning a pursuit of LeBron James in free agency and Anthony Davis via trade this week, league sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania, opening up the flexibility for such a possibility after Draymond Green declined his $27.6 million player option Monday morning.
Forget AD, forget Green, IF.. and only “IF” the Golden State Warriors are able to pull this off, they’ll be an incredibly fun team to watch. Steph Curry and LeBron James—the greatest shooter and one of the greatest to ever play the game, in the same team!!! It’s like having two cheat-code in the game of basketball.
Matthew Li, reporting for Tiebreaker Times;
The former PBA Most Valuable Player has been named the new head coach of NLEX, beginning with the 2026 PBA Governors’ Cup.
The appointment was announced Monday evening at the Meralco Center in Pasig, with Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation chairman Manny V. Pangilinan, NLEX team governor Ronald Dulatre, and MPTC president Joey Lim present during the signing ceremony.
Alapag takes over from veteran mentor Jong Uichico, who guided the Road Warriors for five conferences and led the team to the quarterfinals in four of them.
The 47-year-old also becomes the fifth head coach in NLEX franchise history.
Coach Alapag will bring a treasure trove of NBA coaching knowledge, especially on the developmental side.
Vivo has officially launched its highly anticipated book-style foldable, the X Fold6, setting a new benchmark for the foldable market. The device measures an ultra-thin 4.4mm when unfolded while packing a massive, record-breaking 7,000mAh Lithium-ion batteries.
The flagship is powered by the customized MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Super Edition (3nm) chipset, running AI-optimized OriginOS 6 Fold which is based on Android 16. It boasts an expansive 8.02-inch internal display and a 6.51-inch cover screen. For photography enthusiasts, Vivo integrates a Zeiss 200MP Super Main Camera.
Here are the full official specifications for the newly launched vivo X Fold6:
| Category | Features |
|---|---|
| Internal Display | 8.02-inch 2K+ (2504 x 2312) Samsung M14 Folding LTPO AMOLED, 1-120Hz refresh rate, 5,000 nits peak brightness, Dolby Vision, Ultra-Thin Glass (UTG) |
| External Display | 6.51-inch FHD+ (2528 x 1120) BOE Q11 LTPO AMOLED, 1-120Hz refresh rate, 5,000 nits peak brightness, Dolby Vision, Armor Glass |
| Operating System | Android 16 with OriginOS 6 Fold |
| Processor (CPU) | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Super Edition (3nm, Octa-core, peak clock speed up to 4.21 GHz) |
| Graphics (GPU) | ARM Mali-G1 Ultra MC12 |
| Memory (RAM) | 12GB / 16GB LPDDR5X Ultra RAM |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB UFS 4.1 (Non-expandable) |
| Rear Camera System | Zeiss Triple Camera Setup: • 200 MP, f/1.7, (wide), 1/1.4″, PDAF, OIS • 50MP Zeiss APO Super Telephoto (f/2.57, OIS, 3x Optical / 100x Digital Zoom, supports 200mm G2 extender) • 50MP Zeiss Ultra Wide Angle (f/2.05, 119° FOV, Laser Autofocus) |
| Front Cameras | Dual 20MP (f/2.4) sensors (One punch-hole on cover screen, one on internal screen) |
| Video Recording | Rear: Up to 8K @ 30fps, 4K @ 30/60fps Front: 1080p @ 30fps |
| Durability Rating | IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 min) |
| Connectivity | 5G (SA/NSA) Dual SIM, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, Infrared Blaster, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (DisplayPort casting support) |
| Biometrics & Sensors | Side capacitive fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock, X-axis linear motor, Barometer, Gyroscope, Ambient Light, Proximity |
| Battery & Power | 7,000mAh Lithium-ion batteries: 2946mAh (3.78V) + 4054mAh (3.78V) Up to 100 Wired Fast Charging With support for OTG reverse charging |
| Body & Dimensions | Unfolded: 157.16 × 145.66 × 4.4 mm (Blue Hole is 4.8mm) Folded: 157.16 × 74.26 × 9.4 mm (Blue Hole is 9.9mm) |
| Weight | 228g (Polar Night, Salt Lake, Black Gold) / 235g (Blue Hole) |
| Color Variants | Blue Hole, Salt Lake, Polar Night, Black Gold Edition |
Pre-orders are live in China, with official sales starting July 1.
Below are the suggested retail price for the different variants of Vivo X Fold6;
via Google Finance: ¥1 = SAR 0.55, at the time of this posting.
Cape Verde made history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, advancing to the knockout stage on their debut after a goalless draw with Saudi Arabia in Group H. The small island nation of just over 500,000 people became the smallest country ever to reach a World Cup round of 32, completing an unbeaten group stage run of three draws.
Goalkeeper Vozinha was the standout performer, making crucial saves — including stops in first-half stoppage time, the 66th minute, and the 92nd minute — to keep Saudi Arabia scoreless. Cape Verde came closest to winning late on, with Da Costa firing wide in front of an open net after Rodrigues cut it back. The Blue Sharks finished with an xG of 1.52, dwarfing Saudi Arabia’s 0.40.
Cape Verde will advance to a historic Round of 32 match against Argentina in Miami this July 3rd in Miami, while the Saudi Arabia finishes bottom and is officially eliminated from the World Cup.
Cape Verde and Saudi Arabia draw 0-0 ! Cape Verde qualifies for the Round of 32 in their first ever World Cup appearance!
The Indiana Fever delivered a dominant team performance to secure an emphatic 111-87 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks. The convincing win came despite both teams missing their signature stars: Indiana took the court without the injured Caitlin Clark (back), while the Sparks were forced to adapt without offensive powerhouse Kelsey Plum (left leg) and Cameron Brink (left ankle).
In Clark’s absence, the Fever’s starting lineup stepped up remarkably to share the load. Kelsey Mitchell paced the efficient offense with a game-high 26 points, showcasing brilliant accuracy from beyond the arc with a 4 of 6 shooting. Center Aliyah Boston set the tone early, anchoring the interior with 17 points and 7 rebounds—scoring 15 in the first half alone to catalyze Indiana’s breakout lead. Standing in for Clark, Tyasha Harris delivered a stellar 16-point and 5-rebounds performance, while Monique Billings chipped in a vital 15 points and 6 rebounds to round out a balanced, high-scoring attack.
roll the tape on Kelsey Mitchell's night 🎞️
💫 https://t.co/0JPFA3r5GL https://t.co/sWGpI0aUyo pic.twitter.com/BS59SqAFdm
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) June 28, 2026
Sophie Cunningham stepback triple 🔥 pic.twitter.com/sQkfxcaWeC
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) June 28, 2026
HOW?! 🤯
Monique Billings circus shot for the and-one 💪 pic.twitter.com/VqdAxWIOnH
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) June 28, 2026
The depleted Sparks struggled to find defensive answers, but their veteran leaders battled through the adversity. Nneka Ogwumike led Los Angeles with a resilient 17 points and 7 rebounds, while Dearica Hamby contributed 15 points in the effort. Ultimately, Indiana’s cohesive ball movement and scorching 55% shooting efficiency proved too overwhelming for the visitors to overcome.
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The Indiana Fever have seven days of downtime before heading to Las Vegas to face the Aces this Sunday, July 5th. Meanwhile, the Sparks will enjoy a longer break before hosting the Seattle Storm on July 6th.
The 2026 Wimbledon Championships mark a historic milestone for Philippine tennis. Reaching a career-high world No. 30, 21-year-old Alex Eala has secured the No. 29 seed, becoming the first Filipina ever to be seeded at a Grand Slam singles tournament. Fueled by an impressive grass-court season, including a title in Birmingham and a semifinal run in Berlin, Eala is primed for the grand stage.
The women’s singles draw pits Eala against Mexico’s Renata Zarazúa (world No. 76) in the first round on Tuesday, June 30. A victory could set up a blockbuster second-round clash against 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams.
Alongside her historic singles run, Eala will contest the women’s doubles draw with Czech partner Nikola Bartůňková. The duo looks to build on the strong grass-court chemistry they displayed during their recent run at the Birmingham Open.
Source: olympics.com
Effective August 1, 2026, we will be updating prices worldwide. The price of XBOX consoles will increase by US$100 for 512 GB models and US$150 for 1 TB models. We will also be sunsetting our 2 TB model.
Here the new official US pricing tier for Xbox;
Microsoft attributed the hikes to an ongoing global “components crisis,” specifically highlighting that the market costs for console storage and memory (DRAM and NAND) have spiked by over 2.5x, largely driven by supply strains from the massive growth in AI data center infrastructure.
The WNBA announced today that Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas has been assessed a Flagrant Foul 2 penalty and a one-game suspension following a league review.
The disciplinary action stems from an incident with 6:52 remaining in the second quarter of the Mercury’s 111-109 victory over the Indiana Fever last night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Upon review, the league determined that Thomas committed a non-basketball act by recklessly making contact with her fist to the throat of Fever guard Caitlin Clark.
Here’s the video of the play in question;
Alyssa Thomas with the punch to Caitlin Clark’s throat
No foul on the play pic.twitter.com/aX7p5CtiGO
— Clark Report (@CClarkReport) June 25, 2026
Under WNBA rules, the league office retains the right to retroactively upgrade fouls and issue fines or suspensions postgame. Thomas is scheduled to serve her suspension on June 27, missing the Mercury’s upcoming road game against the Toronto Tempo.
The highly anticipated partnership of rising Filipina star Alex Eala and tennis legend Venus Williams came to an end in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Bad Homburg Open. The duo fell in straight sets, 6-3, 6-2, to the formidable second-seeded tandem of Great Britain’s Olivia Nicholls and Slovakia’s Tereza Mihalíková.
Eala and Williams, teaming up for the first time at the WTA 500 grass-court event, showed early promise but struggled against the precise play of their opponents. Nicholls and Mihalíková capitalized on multiple break points, executing a masterclass in grass-court doubles that wrapped up the match in 80 minutes to advance to the semifinals.
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With their exit in the 2026 Bad Homburg Open, Alex Eala can now focus on her upcoming 2026 Wimbledon Championships debut this June 29th to July 12th.
The draft board for the Second Round of the 2026 NBA Draft. pic.twitter.com/adW91CQ81M
— NBA (@NBA) June 25, 2026
Here’s the full results of Round 2 of the 2026 NBA Draft.
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) announced that beginning June 25, 2026, qualified Filipino travelers can secure a visa upon arrival in the UAE.
Eligibility Requirements:
Visa options and fees:
Your best friendship is worth fighting for.
DreamWorks Animation, the studio that brought you unforgettable bonds between a boy and a dragon in How to Train Your Dragon, an ogre and a donkey in Shrek, and a robot and a gosling in The Wild Robot, now welcomes a dazzling and emotional story about two lifelong best friends who must come together before they drift apart in Forgotten Island.
The new original film is written and directed by Academy Award® nominee Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado and is produced by Academy Award® nominee Mark Swift, the filmmaking team behind Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.
Grammy and Academy Award® winning supernova H.E.R. and Liza Soberano (Lisa Frankenstein, Alone/Together) star as high school graduates Jo and Raissa, who have been best friends since grade school but are now about to embark on separate life paths.
While celebrating their last night together, Jo and Raissa stumble upon a mysterious portal that transports them to the fantastical island of Nakali, packed with magical and mythological creatures they grew up hearing stories about from their Filipino families.
Some of these figures will become friends, some foes. Joined by well-meaning-but- hapless weredog Raww (Dave Franco) and a small-but-mighty pack of pals, Jo and Raissa must face The Dreaded Manananggal (Tony winning icon Lea Salonga), the most feared creature on the island. When they discover that the memories of their entire friendship are the price for returning home, Jo and Raissa will race to find a way to leave the island before they forget each other forever.
The film’s all-star voice cast also includes Emmy nominee Jenny Slate (Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, Dying for Sex), Manny Jacinto (The Good Place, Top Gun: Maverick), BAFTA nominee Dolly de Leon (Triangle of Sadness, Ghostlight), global comedy superstar Jo Koy (Haunted Mansion, Jo Koy: Live from Brooklyn) and Emmy winner Ronny Chieng (The Daily Show, M3GAN).
Forgotten Island will be in theaters September 25th.
Rockstar Games has officially announced that Grand Theft Auto VI will launch on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
The game was originally targeted for a late 2025 release but faced two internal delays—first to May 2026, and finally to November—as Rockstar focused on final polishing.
To see just how long this game has been delayed, check out this trailer from two years ago.
Jason and Lucia have always known the deck is stacked against them. But when an easy score goes wrong, they find themselves on the darkest side of the sunniest place in America, in the middle of a criminal conspiracy stretching across the state of Leonida — forced to rely on each other more than ever if they want to make it out alive.
The official preorder period begins today, June 25, 2026. The standard edition is priced at $79.99, and digital preloading will open a week ahead of launch on November 12.
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The Indiana Fever narrowly dropped a high-stakes, physical rematch to the Phoenix Mercury, 111-109. The turning point came in the third quarter when Fever star Caitlin Clark was forced to leave the game early due to a persistent back injury, finishing with 19 points in 20 minutes.
Despite her absence, the Fever offense stayed potent. Kelsey Mitchell spearheaded the effort with a brilliant 30-point performance, tying a franchise record by sinking seven 3-pointers. Aliyah Boston dominated inside, contributing 23 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists, while Myisha Hines-Allen provided a vital spark off the bench with a season-high 13 points, grabbing 5 rebounds.
talk to 'em My 🗣️
Myisha Hines-Allen with the AND-1. pic.twitter.com/f0QkZEcvqm
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) June 25, 2026
that Gamecock connection 🤙
Raven Johnson with the steal & dish to Aliyah Boston for two. pic.twitter.com/7C8sKJTbPx
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) June 25, 2026
Caitlin Clark pulls up for three from the top of the key 🔑
she's up to 19 points & 8 assists so far tonight against Phoenix 🔥 https://t.co/0JPFA3r5GL pic.twitter.com/opIWvx5XTI
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) June 25, 2026
Defensively, however, Indiana struggled to contain Phoenix down the stretch. In her post-game interview, head coach Stephanie White criticized the lack of defensive discipline and the non-calls on physical plays against Clark, calling it “absolutely unacceptable” and demanding more accountability moving forward.
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The Indiana Fever will play their final home game against the LA Sparks this Saturday evening before heading out on a four-game road trip. Meanwhile, the Mercury will travel to Toronto to face the Tempo this Saturday.
Source: WNBA
In an exciting cross-generational debut, tennis icon Venus Williams and rising star Alex Eala advanced to the quarterfinals of the WTA 500 Bad Homburg Open, defeating Catherine Harrison and Alexandra Osborne 6-3, 6-4.
In an exciting cross-generational debut, tennis icon Venus Williams and rising star Alex Eala advanced to the quarterfinals of the WTA 500 Bad Homburg Open, defeating Catherine Harrison and Alexandra Osborne 6-3, 6-4.
The wildcard duo showcased immediate chemistry, racing to a commanding 4-0 lead in the opening set. Relying on Williams’ powerful baseline game and Eala’s sharp net reflexes, they captured the first set comfortably.
The second set delivered a tougher, see-saw battle. Harrison and Osborne mounted a strong fightback to lead 3-2, but Williams and Eala responded with their own run, late breaks to tie the set at 4-4, the Filipino-American pair secured a crucial break before Williams served out the match with authority.
CUE THE TWIRL 💃
Venus Williams and Alex Eala lock in their spot in the doubles quarterfinals!#BadHomburgOpen pic.twitter.com/yHMJRanGKL
— wta (@WTA) June 24, 2026
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While Eala bounced back from a tough singles exit, the 46-year-old Williams gained vital grass-court momentum. Next up, the duo will face a steep quarterfinal test against the second-seeded tandem of Tereza Mihalíková and Olivia Nicholls.
The 2026 NBA Draft Class 📸 pic.twitter.com/tcHRXP88mc
— NBA (@NBA) June 24, 2026
Round 1 of the 2026 NBA Draft is in the books—here are the full results.
Round 2 of the 2026 NBA Draft continues later today, and the NY Knicks will be the 31st team to make their pick.
In a stunning blockbuster deal, the Milwaukee Bucks have traded two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis to the Miami Heat. The massive trade completely reshapes the Eastern Conference landscape.
In exchange for the “Greek Freak,” Milwaukee receives a substantial haul of young talent and future draft capital. The package features Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel’el Ware, and Kasparas Jakučionis, alongside the No. 13 pick in the draft and multiple future first-round picks.
GOD, I trusted you at the beginning, and I will continue to trust you throughout. 🙏🏽💯 pic.twitter.com/BuRHnQS2NQ
— Giannis Antetokounmpo (@Giannis_An34) June 22, 2026
By pulling off this monumental deal, Heat President Pat Riley pairs Antetokounmpo with Bam Adebayo. However, Miami is not yet a premier championship contender; the front office still has work to do to surround its two superstars with a complementary supporting cast.
HONOR Saudi Arabia has officially launched the Magic V6 folding smartphone, with pre-orders now live for the premium device. From June 22 to June 30, early buyers can secure theirs to experience the next generation of mobile productivity.
The HONOR Magic V6 sets a new benchmark for ultra-slim foldables, measuring a mere 8.75 mm thick when folded and weighing approximately 219 grams. The device features an upgraded aerospace-grade Super Steel Hinge built to endure 500,000 folds, alongside a robust IP68 and IP69 rating for extreme water and dust resistance.
تجربة فاخرة تبدأ من العلبة.
هاتف HONOR Magic V6 يأتي مع شاحن HONOR SuperCharge بقدرة 80W، كابل USB Type-C، غطاء حماية، وأداة الشريحة، لتبدأ رحلتك مع الهاتف بكل سهولة.
يبدأ الطلب المُسبق يوم 23 يونيو.#HONORMagicV6 pic.twitter.com/keG2MEkdr9
— HONOR KSA | هونر السعودية (@HonorKSA) June 21, 2026
The viewing experience is driven by a 6.52-inch outer screen and a massive 7.95-inch unfolded inner display. Both utilize 1–120Hz LTPO adaptive refresh rates and feature industry-leading eye-comfort technology with peak brightness levels reaching up to 6,000 nits. Under the hood, the device is powered by the flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, paired with a massive 6,660mAh silicon-carbon battery that supports 80W wired and 66W wireless charging.
Here is the official specification of HONOR Magic V6;
| Category | Specification Details |
|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform (Octa-core: 2×Prime 4.6GHz + 6×Performance 3.62GHz) • GPU: Adreno 840 |
| Memory & Storage | 16GB RAM + 512GB ROM or 16GB RAM + 1TB ROM versions available |
| Displays | Inner Screen: 7.95-inch Foldable OLED, 2352 x 2172 pixels, HDR peak brightness 5000 nits • External Screen: 6.52-inch OLED, 2420 x 1080 pixels, HDR peak brightness 6000 nits • Eye Comfort: 4320Hz PWM Flicker-Free Dimming, AI Defocus Display |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | Height: 156.7 mm • Width: 74.5 mm (folded), 145.6 mm (unfolded) • Depth (White version): 8.75 mm (folded), 4.0 mm (unfolded) • Depth (Other versions): 9.0 mm (folded), 4.1 mm (unfolded) |
| Weight | White Version: Approx. 219g (with battery) • Other Versions: Approx. 224g (with battery) |
| Rear Camera | Triple Camera Setup: • 50MP Wide Main Camera (f/1.6, OIS) • 50MP Ultra-Wide Camera (f/2.2) • 64MP Telephoto Lens Camera (f/2.5, OIS with 3x optical & 100x digital zoom) • Video: Up to 4K recording with EIS+OIS |
| Front Cameras | Dual Camera Setup: 20MP Wide Camera (f/2.2) on both the inner screen and exterior screen (Supports 4K video) |
| Battery & Charging | 6660 mAh (typical) Silicon-Carbon battery • Wired: 80W HONOR SuperCharge • Wireless: 66W Wireless HONOR SuperCharge |
| Durability | IP68 and IP69 water and dust resistance rating |
| Operating System | MagicOS 10 (Based on Android 16) |
| Connectivity | 5G, Dual SIM (SIM+SIM, SIM+eSIM, or dual eSIM) • Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, Infrared Remote Control |
| Colors | Red, Gold, White, Black |
Consumers who pre-order the 16GB+512GB variant in Saudi Arabia receive an exclusive gift bundle valued at SAR 1,656. The premium gift package includes:
The device is priced at SAR 7,499, making this pre-order window the perfect time to maximize value on a top-tier foldable.
Belgian veteran Elise Mertens extended her perfect head-to-head record against Alex Eala to 3-0, defeating the Filipina sensation 6-3, 6-3 in the first round of the Bad Homburg Open.
Fresh off a stellar semifinal run in Berlin that pushed her to a world No. 30 ranking, Eala showed early flashes of brilliance, racing to a promising 3-1 lead in the opening set. However, the 24th-ranked Mertens quickly stabilized, unleashing 10 aces and a commanding baseline game to reel off five straight games. Mertens carried that momentum through the second set to seal the victory, though Eala fought valiantly, saving two match points.
Alex #Eala vs. Elise #Mertens in under two minutes.#BHO26 pic.twitter.com/czWLoOCv8T
— Bad Homburg Open powered by Solarwatt (@badhomburgopen) June 22, 2026
Next up for Eala is the doubles tournament, where she partners with tennis legend Venus Williams, while Elise Mertens moves on to face Naomi Osaka in the Round of 16.
