World Cup Culture: Egypt made knockout history by beating Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw, with Mohamed Salah steering the moment as captain and setting up a Round of 16 clash with Argentina. Heat & Sport: France’s Didier Deschamps is bracing for extreme Philadelphia temperatures against Paraguay, stressing adaptation and player health as the heatwave hits. Football Rivalry: Portugal booked a Round of 16 meeting with Spain after a dramatic 2-1 win over Croatia, with Cristiano Ronaldo adding another record to his knockout-stage legacy. LGBTQ+ Rights & Travel: An Atlantis LGBTQIA+ cruise was reportedly denied entry to Turkey, forcing a change of ports ahead of its Athens departure. Arts & Heritage: Greece’s Culture Ministry awarded 2026/27 opera scholarships to two young singers, funding studies in Sweden and Germany in memory of victims of the Tempi train disaster. Design & Lifestyle: France’s Design Parade marks 20 years of product design and 10 years of interior design, spotlighting finalists and public prizes at Villa Noailles in Hyères. Music & Afrobeats: BoomBeatz expands his European tour with stops in Italy, Norway and Poland, including performances and a production masterclass.