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A new global study reveals that even after decades of regrowth, secondary grasslands differ significantly from ancient ones, with lost long-lived perennials replaced by faster-growing weeds. Researchers urge active restoration and conservation of remaining old-growth grasslands.
The Trump administration has rejoined the Geneva Consensus Declaration and moved its secretariat from Hungary to the U.S., reviving a coalition of 41 nations that promotes women's health and national sovereignty while opposing an international right to abortion. Valerie Huber, a former HHS official and current president of The Institute for Women's Health, discusses the initiative's goals and the need for a pro-life, pro-family Core Group at the United Nations.
Lando Norris won the Dutch Grand Prix but insists McLaren's slow-speed weakness leaves him without the car to challenge for the championship, trailing leader Kimi Antonelli by 83 points. Team principal Andrea Stella remains optimistic about the season's finish.
India's 19-year-old Grandmaster Pranesh M won the Group A title at the Kanizsa Open 2026 in Nagykanizsa, Hungary, defeating Germany's Vadim Petrovskiy in the final round. Pranesh finished with seven points from nine rounds, sharing the top spot with three others but claiming the title on a better tiebreak. The Indian Embassy in Hungary congratulated him on X.
Oscar Piastri finished a distant sixth at the Dutch Grand Prix after a slow pit stop and a sudden loss of pace, while teammate Lando Norris claimed his second consecutive victory to close the gap in the championship. The contrasting results have left McLaren with questions to answer ahead of Monza.
Lando Norris won a dramatic Dutch Grand Prix, his second straight victory, after Max Verstappen crashed on the opening lap. Kimi Antonelli finished second and extended his championship lead, while the race marked Zandvoort's farewell to the F1 calendar.
Luka Doncic hosted the Lakers for a four-day minicamp in Slovenia, blending workouts with bonding activities and a viral river-jumping fan moment, while his absence from Slovenia's national team during World Cup qualifying drew pointed comments from teammates and federation officials.
Lando Norris overcame a mid-race challenge from Kimi Antonelli to win the Dutch Grand Prix, his second consecutive victory, after Max Verstappen crashed out on the opening lap. The win cuts Norris's championship deficit to 83 points, while Mercedes' team orders sparked debate.
Lando Norris secured pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix, beating George Russell and Kimi Antonelli in a qualifying session affected by rain threats. Max Verstappen will start seventh in his final home race, while Liam Lawson impressed in eighth. The race, which was won by Norris, saw Verstappen crash out early, leading to a red flag.
Lando Norris secured pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix, edging George Russell by 0.102 seconds at Zandvoort. Lewis Hamilton qualified fifth after struggling with car changes, while Ferrari's strategy during the race drew his fury. Championship leader Kimi Antonelli starts third.
Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen has signed a contract extension with Red Bull Racing that will keep him at the team until the end of 2030, the team announced on Thursday. The deal ends months of speculation linking the Dutchman with a move away from the struggling team, with Verstappen expressing confidence in the squad's future despite a winless start to the 2026 season.
Republic of Ireland striker Troy Parrott could make his Real Betis debut on Tuesday against Valencia, with manager Manuel Pellegrini confirming he will travel with the squad. The move from AZ Alkmaar, reportedly around €20 million, is set to trigger a sell-on clause benefiting former club Tottenham Hotspur.
Barcelona have reportedly agreed a preliminary deal with Fenerbahce for goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic, worth around €3 million plus add-ons, with plans to loan him to Dinamo Zagreb before he becomes second choice behind Joan Garcia. Talks are advanced but not finalised, and the move is part of Barcelona's long-term goalkeeping succession plan following Wojciech Szczesny's expected departure.
FIFA's chief operating officer Kevin Lamour has left the organization after publicly criticizing President Gianni Infantino's plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights. His exit has prompted Hungary's Sandor Csanyi to withdraw support, joining other vice-presidents and national federations in a growing revolt ahead of Infantino's re-election bid.
Formula 1 resumed with the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, where Lando Norris secured victory for McLaren, while Max Verstappen crashed on the opening lap. The race marked Zandvoort's farewell, with organizers suggesting it could serve as an alternative venue amid Middle East disruptions affecting the 2026 and 2027 calendars.
Mohamed Salah scored his first goals for Trabzonspor in a 2-1 win over Basaksehir, ending a week of high expectations. The club also confirmed the signing of former Liverpool teammate Fabinho, reuniting the pair in Turkey.
The European Commission approved €6.1 billion in new defence funding for Ukraine as part of a €90 billion loan, aiming to bolster air and missile defence systems. The decision comes as Ukraine faces a severe budget shortfall and a critical shortage of Patriot interceptors, with internal EU debates over procurement flexibility.
Overnight Russian attacks killed at least 12 people in Kyiv and six in Zaporizhzhia, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claiming North Korean missiles were used against the southeastern city. Zelenskyy pressed allies for more Patriot interceptors, warning that without sufficient anti-ballistic defense, Russia will not seriously consider peace.