# El-Balad.com

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## Articles

- [Spain’s unbeaten World Cup run under Luis De La Fuente shows why La Roja are one step from the final — Luis De La Fuente](https://www.el-balad.com/17032396): Sports - Luis de la Fuente has guided Spain to the Mundial 2026 semifinals with five wins, one draw and only one goal conceded.
- [Oyarzabal adelanta a España de penalti en Spain France](https://www.el-balad.com/17032395): Sports - Mikel Oyarzabal adelantó a España de penalti ante Francia en la semifinal del Mundial 2026, tras un partido marcado por cambios y un minuto de silencio.
- [Alisa Bowen Takes Fubo CEO Role as Fubotv Turns to Disney](https://www.el-balad.com/17032394): Business - Alisa Bowen will replace David Gandler as fuboTV CEO on Friday, as Disney keeps 70% control of the stand-alone streaming pay-TV company.
- [ESPN studio shows post 26% June viewership jump as Fs1-related audience interest rises](https://www.el-balad.com/17032393): Sports - ESPN studio shows posted a 26% June viewership increase, with record results for key morning programming during a crowded sports month on fs1.
- [Why Oyarzabal, Spain Remains Central to Spain’s World Cup Plan](https://www.el-balad.com/17032391): Sports - Mikel Oyarzabal, Spain’s trusted forward, remains central to Spain after his Euro 2024 final winner and return from injury.
- [Oyarzabal’s 22nd-minute penalty gives Spain the edge as France Vs Spain becomes a brutal test of nerve](https://www.el-balad.com/17032390): Sports - Oyarzabal’s 22nd-minute penalty has Spain leading France 1-0 in Dallas, with a World Cup final place on the line.
- [2,7458 mld euro i stawka półfinału: France Vs Spain pokazuje, jak drogie stało się Mundial](https://www.el-balad.com/17032389): Sports - France vs Spain w półfinale mundialu. Łączna wartość kadr to 2,7458 mld euro, a Lamine Yamal jest najdroższy na świecie.
- [Starmer backs Hillsborough Law as MPs approve Itv Live](https://www.el-balad.com/17032388): Entertainment - ITV live coverage follows MPs approving the Hillsborough Law on Tuesday after amendments ended an intelligence services delay.
- [Mark Hedgecoe joins STV Studios Factual in October — Stv](https://www.el-balad.com/17032387): Entertainment - Mark Hedgecoe will join STV Studios Factual in October, replacing Craig Hunter after seven years as the Glasgow label changes leadership.
- [Idris Odutayo and Ryan Finnigan keep their places in Dundee line-up — Annan Athletic Vs Dundee](https://www.el-balad.com/17032385): Sports - Dundee keep Idris Odutayo and Ryan Finnigan in the side for Annan Athletic vs Dundee, with a summer signing potentially on the bench.
- [Rabiot booked early as France and Spain settle into World Cup 2026 semi-final — Ivan Barton Referee](https://www.el-balad.com/17032384): Sports - Ivan Barton referee booked Rabiot in the 9th minute as France and Spain opened their World Cup 2026 semi-final with early tension.
- [Ivan Barton named as referee for France vs Spain as World Cup 2026 semi-final moves into sharp focus](https://www.el-balad.com/17032383): Sports - Ivan Barton is the referee for France vs Spain, with the World Cup 2026 semi-final already carrying serious pressure before kick-off.
- [Lamine Yamal Birthday comes before Spain's World Cup semi-final against France](https://www.el-balad.com/17032382): Sports - Lamine Yamal birthday arrived with a kickabout, a show and a pre-match press conference as Spain prepared to face France.
- [Sergio Ramos grew up in Camas, 10 minutes from Seville](https://www.el-balad.com/17032379): Sports - A look at Camas, the Seville-area town where Sergio Ramos grew up, along with its history, food and standout landmarks.
- [Spain's anthem has no lyrics before World Cup semifinal vs. France — the Spanish National Anthem stays silent for a reason](https://www.el-balad.com/17032376): Sports - Spain's Spanish National Anthem has no lyrics, so the team will not sing before the World Cup semifinal against France on Tuesday at 3 p.m. ET.
- [France Vs Spain : Mbappé s’apprête à jouer son 21e match de Coupe du monde à même pas 28 ans](https://www.el-balad.com/17032372): Sports - France vs Spain se joue à Dallas devant près de 90 000 spectateurs, avec Mbappé face à un cap historique et les onze de départ annoncés.
- [Iván Barton takes charge of France vs Spain in his fourth World Cup match — Match Today could go the distance](https://www.el-balad.com/17032371): Sports - Iván Barton referees France vs Spain in Match Today, his fourth World Cup game, with extra time and penalties firmly in play.
- [France Vs Spain Kick-off Time: World Cup 2026 semi-final set for 2pm local start](https://www.el-balad.com/17032370): Sports - France v Spain in the World Cup 2026 semi-final kicks off at 2pm local, 3pm EST, 8pm BST and 5am AEST.
- [Kane Parsons Sends Backrooms to PVOD on July 14 — Backrooms Digital Release](https://www.el-balad.com/17032297): Entertainment - Backrooms digital release starts July 14 on PVOD, with purchases at $24.99 and rentals at $19.99 after a $360 million worldwide run.
- [ServiceNow Raises Now Assist AI Target as Now Stock Trade Lags](https://www.el-balad.com/17032292): Business - ServiceNow raised its Now Assist AI contract target as NOW stock drew interest from software buyers, even while shares trade below consensus value.
- [Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Mixed Ahead of Cpi 8:30 a.m. ET](https://www.el-balad.com/17032289): Business - Dow and S&P 500 futures slipped while Nasdaq 100 futures rose as traders waited for CPI at 8:30 a.m. ET and July rate bets climbed.
- [Jamie Dimon Says Bull Market Will Stop as Stocks Hit Highs](https://www.el-balad.com/17032287): Business - Jamie Dimon warned on June 15 that the bull market will stop even as the S&P/TSX Composite Index hit a record on June 17.
- [Goldman Sachs Group Gs Stock Seen 7% Overvalued on 4.875% Notes](https://www.el-balad.com/17032281): Business - GS stock was estimated 7% overvalued as Goldman Sachs Group issued callable notes paying 4.875% to 5.25% in fresh funding.
- [Blake Garrett Dies at 33 From Acute Fentanyl Toxicity](https://www.el-balad.com/17032278): Entertainment - Blake Garrett died at 33 in Tulsa, and a medical examiner summary report listed acute fentanyl toxicity as the cause of death.
- [Jeremy Clarkson rebukes Chris Packham over 2012 Diddly Squat remarks](https://www.el-balad.com/17032275): News - Chris Packham Clarkson Farm remarks drew backlash after Chris Packham criticised the opening sequence and Jeremy Clarkson replied in The Sun.
- [McLaren speculation around Max Verstappen grows as 2027 driver market takes shape](https://www.el-balad.com/17032273): Sports - McLaren is being linked to Max Verstappen as the 2027 driver market gathers pace, even with Red Bull ties running through 2028.
- [Carol Vorderman Details Trip And Fall With Concussion, 95% Dizziness Relief](https://www.el-balad.com/17032271): News - Carol Vorderman trip and fall left her unconscious, hospitalised with concussion, and later 95% better after treatment for dizziness.
- [Christopher Nolan rebuts Matt Damon over The Odyssey and AI slop](https://www.el-balad.com/17032263): Entertainment - Christopher Nolan rejects Matt Damon’s view of The Odyssey and says young audiences are rejecting AI slop, pushing back on a defeatist reading.
- [Barry Parsons admits systematic failure over Barton House tenants — Bristol Post](https://www.el-balad.com/17032366): News - Barry Parsons says Bristol City Council showed a systematic failure to respect tenants after the Barton House evacuation, the Bristol Post reports.
- [Sully Sullenberger reveals early-stage Alzheimer's diagnosis](https://www.el-balad.com/17032365): News - Sully Sullenberger said he has early-stage Alzheimer's, describing memory changes and urging others with the disease to speak up.
- [Comcast Agrees to $117.5 Million Xfinity 2023 Cyber Breach Settlement](https://www.el-balad.com/17032359): Business - Comcast agreed to a $117.5 million Xfinity 2023 cyber breach settlement. Eligible customers notified in December 2023 can file claims by Sept. 14.
- [Noah Kahan Chicago ends with four sold-out Fenway nights](https://www.el-balad.com/17032358): Entertainment - Noah Kahan Chicago closes four sold-out Fenway Park nights, drawing over 151,000 fans and making him the only artist to do it.
- [France vs Spain at 3 pm ET: What Time Is The Fifa Game Today?](https://www.el-balad.com/17032352): Sports - What time is the FIFA game today? France vs Spain in the World Cup semifinal kicks off at 3 pm ET on Tuesday July 14 in Arlington.
- [Lucid Weighs Chapter 11 or Buyout as AlixPartners Reports](https://www.el-balad.com/17032349): Business - Lucid is weighing a take-private deal or Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as AlixPartners prepares board findings and presses for a tighter focus.
- [Joe Amabile Flags Early-Stage Glioma After MRI, Surgery in Two Weeks](https://www.el-balad.com/17032337): Entertainment - Joe Amabile early-stage glioma update: after an MRI, he said doctors found a blueberry-sized lesion and surgery is set in two weeks.
- [David Bailey ranked No. 2 among rookies under the most pressure as the Jets' 2026 spotlight gets brutal](https://www.el-balad.com/17032318): Sports - David Bailey is already under the microscope after Josh Edwards ranked him No. 2 among rookies under the most pressure in 2026.
- [Emirates keeps Dubai, Uae flights reduced amid Gulf airspace curbs](https://www.el-balad.com/17032316): World - Dubai, UAE flights are running on reduced schedules as Gulf airspace restrictions persist, while Emirates adds rebooking and insurance options.
- [Shubman Gill discusses 2027 ODI World Cup plans with Virat Kohli ahead of England series opener](https://www.el-balad.com/17032313): Sports - Shubman Gill said he recently discussed 2027 ODI World Cup plans with Virat Kohli before India’s first ODI against England at Edgbaston.
- [Aston Villa and Visit Rwanda edge toward 26-27 kit deal](https://www.el-balad.com/17032310): Entertainment - Rwanda moves closer to Villa Park as Aston Villa nears new 26-27 shirt sponsors, with Visit Rwanda leading the sleeve race.
- [Pedro Pascal Leads Behemoth Movie to December 4 Release](https://www.el-balad.com/17032307): Entertainment - Behemoth movie arrives December 4 as Pedro Pascal plays cellist Alex Serian in Tony Gilroy’s return to features with a first trailer.
- [Amnesty International withdraws Beira's Place briefing after regret](https://www.el-balad.com/17032304): World - Amnesty International UK has withdrawn a briefing on Beira's Place after saying it regretted language that drew backlash in Scotland.
- [Mike MacLeod Describes Yellowstone Bison Tossing Grandpa Eight Feet](https://www.el-balad.com/17032300): News - Bison flips grandpa at Yellowstone: a 65-year-old man was tossed eight feet, had surgery, and park officials repeated safety warnings.
- [United Airlines adds 50 A321XLRs with United Airlines A321XLR Economy Plus](https://www.el-balad.com/17032299): News - United Airlines A321XLR Economy Plus will sell later this year, adding open middle-seat rows on 50 A321XLRs while limiting crew needs.
- [Kilmarnock Vs Raith Rovers: BBC Live Coverage Follows Scottish League Cup Tie](https://www.el-balad.com/17032369): Sports - BBC live coverage of Kilmarnock vs Raith Rovers brings updates from the Scottish League Cup tie in 2026.
- [What Time Is The World Cup Game Today? France vs Spain Leads 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals Coverage](https://www.el-balad.com/17032368): Sports - What time is the World Cup game today? The Athletic has live coverage of France vs Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals.
- [France Vs Spain: World Cup semifinal at AT&T Stadium adds Bastille Day spotlight in Arlington, Texas](https://www.el-balad.com/17032367): Sports - France vs Spain met in the 2026 World Cup semifinal on Bastille Day at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, with a place in the final at stake.
- [Barcola et Tchouaméni titulaires pour France Spain - Deschamps prend son pari avant la demi-finale](https://www.el-balad.com/17032364): Sports - France Spain à Dallas oppose deux favoris, avec Barcola et Tchouaméni titulaires pour une demi-finale où Deschamps choisit l’audace.
- [Manchester United seek another midfielder after Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans](https://www.el-balad.com/17032363): Sports - Manchester United are still looking for midfield help after signing Andrey Santos and moving closer to Youri Tielemans' arrival.
- [Brad Lyons calls Aberdeen move a no-brainer before Brora Rangers tie — Brora Rangers Vs Aberdeen](https://www.el-balad.com/17032361): Sports - Brad Lyons says Aberdeen were a no-brainer after his summer move, as the Brora Rangers vs Aberdeen cup tie looms.
- [Rangers Considering a Move for Olwethu Makhanya as Transfer Interest Grows](https://www.el-balad.com/17032360): Sports - Rangers are reportedly weighing a move for Olwethu Makhanya, with Philadelphia Union holding leverage on the South Africa defender.

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