Web archive - July 4, 2025

Sports

White House to stage UFC fight in 2026, as per Donald Trump

Donald Trump says a UFC fight card will be staged at the White House in 2026 for America’s 250th birthday

Entertainment

Skepta calls for UK vs US rap clashes, framing it as lyrical sport

Skepta calls for lyrical clashes to settle rap debates, framing the conversation as skill based, not hostile.

Sports

David Benavidez to defend WBC title against Anthony Yarde

The WBC light heavyweight title will be defended in November, confirmed Turki Alalshikh

Entertainment

LL Cool J pulls out of Philadelphia July 4th concert in solidarity with DC 33 strike

LL Cool J cancels his performance at Philadelphia's July 4th concert amid the DC 33 strike over workers' pay dispute.

Sports, Football

Palestinian footballer Muhannad al-Lili dies in Israeli airstrike on Gaza

Palestinian Football Association (PFA) has named al-Lili the 265th footballer killed by Israel in Gaza

Entertainment

'Love Island USA' fans react as five cast members dumped in episode 27 following public vote results

Andreina, TJ, Gracyn, Jaden, and Austin were dumped from 'Love Island USA' season 7 villa after a fan vote.

Entertainment

Sev Ohanian discusses Ironheart, Sinners, and their place in the Marvel universe

Sev Ohanian reflects on Ironheart, Sinners, and unexpected creative choices across two Marvel-connected projects.

Entertainment

Sophia Hutchins, Caitlyn Jenner’s manager and close friend, dies at 29

Sophia Hutchins passed away aged 29 in a Malibu ATV crash near her manager Caitlyn Jenner’s home.

World

Moscow accepts Taliban envoy, marking formal recognition of Afghan govt

Russia says recognising Taliban will boost productive bilateral ties across various fields

Entertainment

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom confirm split, focus on co-parenting daughter Daisy

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom confirm their breakup, saying their focus now is co-parenting daughter Daisy with love.