World Cup Closing Ceremony: FIFA confirmed a star-studded finale with Post Malone headlining, plus Tom Cruise (special appearance) and streamer IShowSpeed, alongside Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams and Jennifer Hudson set to sing the U.S. anthem. Falklands Banner Fallout: Downing Street backed calls for FIFA to investigate Argentina players after the “Las Malvinas son Argentinas” message appeared in celebrations, reviving debate over political displays in football. England vs Argentina Aftermath: Jude Bellingham faced fresh scrutiny after a post-match clash with Valentin Barco, while England’s penalty prep notes reportedly surfaced after the semi-final. Qatar Legacy in Focus: Arab and international media figures praised the late Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani for reshaping Qatar’s diplomacy and global standing, with tributes also highlighting his environmental and urban vision. Qatar’s Global Reach: Qatar’s International Media Office said overseas investments are increasingly targeting innovation-led sectors like healthcare, AI, robotics and renewable energy. Arts & Culture: Ghana’s “Ego Reach We All” earned a Locarno Film Festival nomination, and the Bradford Literature Festival reported record attendance with 200,000-plus visitors.