Robert Whittaker has no plans to retire. United Kingdom to recognize Palestine unless Israel commits to ceasefire.
Robert Whittaker reflects on his loss to Reinier de Ridder at UFC Abu Dhabi – head held high. The United Kingdom awaits whether Israel takes the crucial steps necessary to avert a shift in their foreign policy. And more!
Mixed Martial Arts
Carlos Ulberg vs Dominick Reyes is announced as the main event for UFC Perth on September 27, 2025.
Robert Whittaker reflects on his loss to Reinier de Ridder at UFC Abu Dhabi.
“This isn’t the end of Robert Whittaker, this is just another learning curve; another speed bump.”
Ben Askren is back in the hospital after a routine check up which revealed a possible infection.
Reinier de Ridder claps back at Paulo Costa.
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Xbox has launched a new age verification system in the UK to comply with the Online Safety Act which mandates proof of age for accessing potentially harmful online content. UK players must verify their age using government ID, mobile confirmation, a credit card, or an AI-analyzed selfie, or they risk losing access to certain social features. Xbox also expects to expand these age verification requirements to other regions in the future.
Didarul Islam, a 36-year-old NYPD officer and Bangladeshi immigrant, was fatally shot while off duty but in uniform working security. Hailed as a hero by many, including city officials, he leaves behind two young sons and a pregnant wife. Islam served in the 47th precinct for over three years and was described by Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch as someone who “made the ultimate sacrifice.” His death marks the 50th law enforcement fatality in the U.S. this year.
The Jeddah Tower, formerly known as the Kingdom Tower, is a megatall skyscraper under construction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia & is set to become the world’s tallest building. Planned to reach at least 1,001 metres, it will be the first structure to surpass one kilometre in height. This would surpass the current tallest building, the 830-metre Burj Khalifa in Dubai.
Starting August 2, 2025 MLS will relaunch the popular ‘Messi Cam,’ a TikTok-exclusive livestream that tracks Lionel Messi throughout Inter Miami’s matches, beginning with their Leagues Cup game against Necaxa. Part of the ‘Player Spotlight: Messi’ initiative, the feature includes graphics and overlays and aims to boost fan engagement. Originally launched in October 2024, it drew over 6.4 million views and became the most-watched sporting event in Apple’s history.
Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry were spotted on a date in Montreal, QC.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced that the UK will recognize the state of Palestine by September unless Israel makes meaningful moves toward ending the war in Gaza and commits to a peace process. This recognition could be declared ahead of the UN General Assembly if Israel fails to agree to a ceasefire, stop West Bank annexation plans, and support a two-state solution. Starmer emphasized that there is no equivalence between Israel and Hamas, reiterating demands that Hamas release hostages, agree to a ceasefire, disarm, and not govern Gaza.
