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Core Summary The 2026 FIFA World Cup officially kicked off on June 11 with host Mexico defeating South Africa in a dramatic opening match that saw three red cards. Colombian superstar Shakira headlined a star-studded opening ceremony as fans from around the world gathered for the planet’s biggest sporting event. Event Details According to CNN, the tournament’s first match took place at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, with host nation Mexico beating South Africa in a game marked by intense play and three red cards. ...

Iranian-French writer and filmmaker Marjane Satrapi has died at 56, according to NPR. Satrapi was renowned for her autobiographical graphic novel ‘Persepolis,’ later adapted into an animated film that won the Cannes Jury Prize. Her work profoundly depicted the impact of the Iranian Revolution on ordinary families, leaving a lasting global cultural legacy.

Bulgarian singer Dara wins the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with her song ‘Bangaranga’.

The 2026 Met Gala explores fashion as embodied art with Beyonce returning as co-chair while Jeff Bezos participation sparks some controversy

The 2026 Met Gala took place at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, with celebrities showcasing stunning fashion on the red carpet.

The entire jury of the Venice Biennale resigns just nine days before the prestigious art exhibition opens, amid controversy over Russia’s return for the first time since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.