British cyclist Mark Cavendish has broken the record for Tour de France stage wins, securing his 35th victory in Saint-Vulbas, France. The 39-year-old Astana-Qazaqstan rider surpassed Belgian legend Eddy Merckx's record of 34 wins. Cavendish expressed disbelief and gratitude to his team, saying they "went all in" to achieve this milestone. This triumph comes after a disappointing crash and collar bone break forced him out of last year's Tour, which he had considered his last. Cavendish's teammate Cees Bol praised his performance, saying "he f****** nailed it." This historic win marks a remarkable comeback for the British cyclist.

Kalki 2898 AD, starring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan, has grossed ₹680 crore worldwide in six days. The film will close on ₹700 crore globally, with ₹150 crore of that total coming from north India and $12.75 million from North America. The sci-fi epic has seen steady weekday business following a strong opening weekend. The filmmakers report Tuesday earnings of ₹55 crore. Kalki 2898 AD was released June 27 across six languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Hindi, and English.

Debbie Duncan, the mother of missing teenager Jay Slater, has vowed to continue the search for her son despite the Spanish police calling off the land search. She revealed that the family will use remaining donations from a GoFundMe page, which has raised £48,000, to support volunteer search efforts in the mountains of Tenerife. Jay, 19, went missing on June 17 and his family is determined to find him. Duncan expressed gratitude for the support and donations, saying they will keep the search alive and explore all options to bring Jay home.

Former President Barack Obama has privately expressed concerns about President Joe Biden's re-election bid following a disappointing debate performance against Donald Trump on June 28. Despite publicly endorsing Biden, Obama reportedly told allies that the debate made Biden's re-election more challenging. Obama has rallied behind his former vice-president, urging voters to focus on the choice between Biden's commitment to ordinary Americans and Trump's self-interest. Obama dismissed Biden's debate stumbles as a "bad debate night," emphasizing the importance of the election's outcome in November.

As the UK gears up for polling day, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak intensifies efforts to rally Conservative supporters against a potential Labour "supermajority." With polls indicating a significant lead for Keir Starmer's Labour Party, Sunak warns of higher taxes under Labour rule, urging voters to turn out for the Conservatives to prevent a landslide victory. Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson joins the campaign, cautioning against an overwhelming Labour mandate. Despite trailing in predictions, Tories aim to mobilize traditional supporters amidst fears of a historic defeat. All eyes remain on tomorrow's election outcome as the nation prepares for potential political shift.

Jyothi Yarraji is poised to create history by becoming India's first 100m hurdler at the Olympics, confirmed by World Athletics' updated qualification list. Shot putter Abha Khatua also secured an unexpected spot for the Paris Games through world rankings. The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) will finalize selections from the world ranking quota. The deadline for National Olympic Committees to decline quotas is July 4, with redistributions following from July 4-6. Despite challenges, including doping violations affecting some athletes, India's contingent for the Olympics continues to shape up with notable achievements in track and field events.

Self-styled godman Narayan Sakar Hari, also known as Bhole Baba, responded to the Hathras stampede, claiming, "The chaos erupted long after I had left the venue." In an official statement, he extended condolences, stating, "I express deep condolence to the families of the deceased and pray for the speedy recovery of the injured." Bhole Baba attributed the incident to "anti-social elements." Uttar Pradesh Police have initiated an investigation, having filed an FIR against event organizers. The tragedy claimed 121 lives during his 'satsang' in Hathras.

A new poll by Survation has projected that Labour could secure an unprecedented majority in the upcoming UK general election, potentially winning 484 seats out of 650. This forecast, if realized, would surpass Tony Blair's 1997 landslide victory. Blair's Labour won 418 seats, giving him a 179-seat majority. In contrast, the poll suggests a bleak outlook for Rishi Sunak's Conservatives, who may only secure 64 seats, with the Liberal Democrats close behind at 61. The survey, based on 34,558 interviews, highlights Labour's strong electoral prospects under Keir Starmer's leadership.

The upcoming UK general election is set to deliver the most diverse Parliament in history, with a significant increase in MPs of Indian heritage. According to British Future's analysis, around 14% of MPs will come from ethnic minority backgrounds, with Labour predicted to have the highest number. Key Indian-origin candidates include Praful Nargund (Islington North), Jas Athwal (Iford South), and Rajesh Agrawal (Leicester East). Retirements from high-profile MPs like Alok Sharma and Virendra Sharma will pave the way for new entrants, reflecting Britain's growing diversity in political representation.

A tragic stampede at a religious event in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, resulted in over 100 fatalities and 250 injuries. Attendees were caught in chaos as they rushed to collect 'raj' (dust) from Narayan Saakaar Vishwa Hari, known as 'Bhole Baba', and sought relief from stifling conditions. Security personnel, compared to elite commandos, blocked exits to facilitate Baba's departure, disregarding pleas for a safe exit. The event, originally approved for 80,000 attendees, witnessed an overwhelming turnout of more than 250,000, exacerbating overcrowding. Authorities are investigating the incident, with concerns growing over the whereabouts of Bhole Baba, who remains missing.