England finished as Group L winners after a composed 2-0 victory over Panama in East Rutherford yesterday. After being frustrated for an hour by Panama’s disciplined defence, England found the breakthrough in the 62nd minute when Jude Bellingham converted from close range following a Bukayo Saka corner. Five minutes later, Bellingham turned provider, delivering a pinpoint cross for Harry Kane to head home his 11th FIFA World Cup goal, surpassing Gary Lineker as England’s all-time leading World Cup scorer. In the group’s other fixture, Croatia edged Ghana 2-1 in Philadelphia to secure second place. Petar Sučić gave Croatia the lead…
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The Fiji Labour Party has criticised the 2026/27 National Budget, accusing the Coalition Government of unfairly targeting workers through a reduction in employer Fiji National Provident Fund (FNPF) contributions while failing to provide relief from the rising cost of living. Labour Leader Mahendra Chaudhry said the decision to reduce employer FNPF contributions by two percentage points was unjustified and would weaken workers’ retirement savings at a time when many families were already struggling financially. He argued the budget had failed to address the increasing cost of living, pointing out that the minimum wage remained at $5 an hour despite significant…
The stage is set for an exciting BiC Fiji FACT Grand Final after Navua FC and Ba FC booked their places with impressive semi-final victories. Navua held their nerve to secure their spot in the title decider, while Ba produced another commanding performance to keep their championship hopes alive. Both sides showed composure under pressure and capitalised on their chances when it mattered most. The win sets up a highly anticipated clash between two of Fiji’s football powerhouses. The BiC Fiji FACT title will now be on the line as Navua and Ba prepare for a blockbuster Grand Final showdown…
Shahid Kapoor has added another milestone to his career by becoming Bvlgari’s first-ever Friend of the House for fragrances in India. The announcement marks a significant development for the Italian luxury maison, as it is also the brand’s first fragrance collaboration with a male personality in the Indian market.The partnership comes at a time when Shahid Kapoor is enjoying the success of his recently released film Cocktail 2, which has received a positive response from audiences. Beyond the big screen, the actor has continued to expand his presence in the luxury and lifestyle space with this latest association.As part of…
One of the most prominent composers of the film industry, Tanishk Bagchi, is now engaged. Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learned that the engagement took place yesterday, Friday, June 26.Tanishk Bagchi’s engagement took place with Payal Dangodra, a prominent fashion, beauty, food, travel and lifestyle content creator.The engagement ceremony was a close knit one and took place in the Mumbai residence of producer Mahaveer Jain. Only close friends and family members were present to indulge in the celebrations and bless the couple.As per inside sources, Amruta Fadnavis, wife of the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Devendra Fadnavis, was one of the guests…
The wait is finally over for fans eager to see Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan share screen space once again. The makers of Haiwaan have officially announced that the much-anticipated thriller, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Priyadarshan, will hit cinemas worldwide on September 11, 2026.Backed by KVN Productions in association with Thespian Films, Haiwaan is being positioned as an edge-of-the-seat thriller that promises suspense, gripping drama and high-stakes storytelling. The film marks a significant collaboration as Priyadarshan reunites with Akshay Kumar while also bringing together Akshay and Saif Ali Khan for a much-awaited on-screen reunion.Announcing the release date on social…
The Fiji Commerce and Employers Federation has welcomed the 2026-2027 National Budget, describing it as a fair and responsible package that balances economic realities with the need to support businesses and vulnerable Fijians. FCEF Chief Executive Officer Edward Bernad says the budget is not a typical election-year budget, but instead takes a measured approach by providing targeted assistance to key sectors while recognising the limited fiscal space available to Government and the continuing impact of the global fuel crisis. From a private sector perspective, Bernad says one of the biggest positives is the Government’s decision not to increase the corporate…
The Office of the Attorney-General has been allocated $9.8 million in the 2026-2027 National Budget, a modest increase from $9.5 million in the previous financial year, with Government focusing on advancing long-awaited justice reforms and strengthening legal services. Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Siromi Turaga says while the increase is not substantial, it is enough to continue key priorities despite the country’s challenging economic environment. Turaga says the ministry understands the need for fiscal discipline and will continue to maximise available resources, even if some projects have to be rolled over into the next financial year. Among the ministry’s major priorities is…
The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has reiterated its demand for strict action against filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali following the reported death of a worker on the sets of Love & War. The latest statement comes immediately after reports suggested that AICWA President Suresh Gupta had written to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, seeking the registration of an FIR against Bhansali, a compensation of Rs. 1 crore for the deceased worker’s family, and a high-level inquiry into the incident.According to reports, carpenter Chandradhari Singh Yadav, 42, allegedly died after suffering an electric shock during the shooting of the film…
The makers of Baby Do Die Do have announced an expanded overseas release plan for the upcoming action thriller, which is set to hit cinemas worldwide on July 3, 2026. Following the response to its recently released trailer, the film will now release across multiple international territories, including the GCC countries, Australia and Amsterdam, widening its global theatrical footprint.Headlined by Huma Qureshi, Baby Do Die Do has been generating interest ever since its first trailer introduced audiences to its unusual premise and stylised action. The film features Huma in the role of what the makers describe as India’s first desi…