Portugal head into their FIFA World Cup quarter-final against Spain with confidence that left-back Nuno Mendes can limit the impact of Lamine Yamal. Mendes has faced the young Spain star four times for club and country. Yamal has managed only one assist in those matches. After Portugal's UEFA Nations League final win, Mendes said, "Today, I cancelled out Lamine and did not let him do what he does best." Yamal is returning from injury and is expected to play a key role for Spain. Portugal will hope Mendes can repeat his strong defensive display in another crucial knockout match. (PC: The Indian Express)

6 people died after part of a ground-plus-three-storey chawl collapsed in Mumbai's Mankhurd area on Sunday night during heavy rainfall. The incident happened around 8.30 pm at Chawl No. 5 in Janta Nagar, behind Hanuman Mandir. According to officials, two to three tenements gave way, and more people are feared trapped under the debris. Rescue teams from the Mumbai Fire Brigade, police, BMC and ambulance services are searching the site. "Rescue operations are continuing," officials said. The IMD has issued a red alert for Mumbai, while the Maharashtra government has declared a holiday for schools and colleges on Monday. (PC: HT)

England received a noisy welcome in Mexico City ahead of their FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match against hosts Mexico. Hundreds of Mexico fans gathered outside the Three Lions' hotel in the early hours, setting off firecrackers, playing drums and trumpets, and chanting to disrupt the team's sleep. England coach Thomas Tuchel also admitted the high altitude had caused minor discomfort, including headaches and difficulty sleeping. Mexico head into the match with a formidable record at the Estadio Azteca, where they have lost only two competitive matches since 1966, adding to England's challenging knockout test.  

Motorists gathered at Delhi's Jantar Mantar on Sunday for India's first public protest against the E20 fuel policy, alleging reduced mileage, engine problems and expensive repairs after using ethanol-blended petrol. Organised by entrepreneur Tehseen Poonawalla and Team Bharat, protesters claimed their vehicles suffered clogged fuel systems, power loss and higher maintenance costs. Several participants demanded the option to choose conventional petrol instead of E20. The Centre has rejected claims that E20 harms vehicles, citing extensive testing and expert studies supporting the ethanol-blending programme. Protesters, however, called for greater transparency, accountability and independent investigation into their complaints. (PC: India Today)

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's star-studded wedding in New York City is continuing to make headlines as celebrity guests share their first reactions online. Actress Jessica Alba called it "a beautiful night," while BBC Radio 1 host Greg James joked he was recovering from the "world's greatest hangover" after the celebration. Actress Niecy Nash described the event as "magical" and praised its emotional atmosphere. Music video director Joseph Kahn said the wedding felt both intimate and unforgettable despite its massive guest list. Although the couple have not released official photos, guests' social media posts have offered fans a glimpse into the highly private celebration. (PC: BBC)

Brazil will attempt to break one of the most remarkable records in international football when they face Norway in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. Despite facing 88 different national teams, the five-time world champions have never beaten Norway, drawing three and losing two of their five previous meetings. Their most famous defeat came at the 1998 World Cup, when Kjetil Rekdal's late penalty sealed a memorable 2-1 victory for Norway. Brazil now head into the knockout clash in strong form after topping Group C, with Carlo Ancelotti confirming that Neymar is fit to play a full 90 minutes. However, Brazil also carry another unwanted statistic, having lost each of their last six World Cup knockout matches against European opposition since defeating Germany in the 2002 final. Norway, returning to the World Cup after a 28-year absence, qualified impressively from the group stage and will look to extend their unbeaten record against the Selecao behind stars Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard. (PC: AI Generated)

Cape Verde's national team received a heroes' welcome on Sunday after returning home from a remarkable FIFA World Cup debut that captured global attention despite a heartbreaking Round of 32 exit to Argentina. Thousands of supporters gathered at Praia International Airport waving flags and banners to celebrate the Blue Sharks, whose historic campaign exceeded all expectations by reaching the knockout stage in their first-ever World Cup appearance. The team will be honoured with a victory parade through the capital before meeting the country's president and senior officials. Head coach Bubista said the players had proved their qualification was "no fluke", while Sports Minister Antonio Duarte praised the squad for elevating Cape Verde's standing on the world stage. The celebrations were made even more special as the team's return coincided with the country's Independence Day.

Three sons of Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei attended his funeral prayers in Tehran on Sunday, while his successor, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, remained absent from the public ceremony. State television showed Mostafa, Meysam and Masoud Khamenei standing beside the coffins of their father and four other family members during prayers at the Imam Khomeini Mosalla Grand Mosque. Mojtaba's absence, despite recently assuming Iran's top leadership, drew attention as the country mourned the longtime leader following his death in US-Israeli airstrikes earlier this year. (PC: AP-PTI)

Mumbai will remain shut for schools and colleges on Monday after the Maharashtra government declared a holiday amid relentless monsoon rain and an IMD orange alert. The city has witnessed severe waterlogging, uprooted trees, traffic congestion and disruptions to daily life following over 250 mm of rainfall in the past 24 hours. Heavy rain briefly suspended runway operations at Mumbai airport, while local train services continued to operate despite challenging conditions. Authorities also reported casualties and structural damage, including a tree collapse and a partial building collapse in Thane. The IMD has warned that heavy rainfall is likely to continue, urging residents to remain cautious.

Grigor Dimitrov completed a remarkable Wimbledon comeback by defeating former finalist Matteo Berrettini in a five-set thriller, one year after a heartbreaking injury ended his dream run. In 2025, the Bulgarian led eventual champion Jannik Sinner by two sets before tearing his pectoral muscle, forcing an emotional retirement and missing the US Open. His struggles continued this season, leaving him ranked 146 and needing a wildcard for Wimbledon after winning just four ATP matches in 2026. However, Dimitrov has rediscovered his best on grass, beating Dane Sweeny, 15th seed Jakub Mensik and Berrettini. He now faces Britain's Arthur Fery in the Round of 16, eyeing a quarter-final berth. (PC: First Sportz)