July was a busy month. From big‑money football deals to a rare solar eclipse, we covered a lot. Below is a quick run‑through of what you missed, so you can catch up in minutes.
Premier League clubs blew past the £1 billion mark in summer spending. Liverpool led the charge, eyeing Alexander Isak with a £150 million bid while also chasing other attackers. Manchester United made a move for Benjamin Sesko, and Chelsea shuffled its attack after a busy window.
Manchester United also had a dose of injury drama. Left‑back Luke Shaw opened up about missing most of the 2023‑24 season and praised new manager Ruben Amorim for building a family vibe. In the same pre‑season, forward Matheus Cunha sat out a Bournemouth match because of fatigue, showing Amorim’s careful squad management.
While the transfer market roared, other football stories made headlines. Granit Xhaka hinted at a Sunderland move, and Liverpool’s legend Joey Jones passed away at 70, prompting tributes from fans worldwide.
Gamers got a treat. Sony celebrated 15 years of PlayStation Plus by offering Lies of P, DayZ, and My Hero One’s Justice 2 as free August titles. All subscription tiers could grab the games, and the company even rolled out special anniversary avatars.
On the TV front, BBC dropped ‘Unforgivable’, a gritty three‑part drama about family abuse starring Anna Maxwell Martin. The series streamed for a short window, so fans had to act fast.
Travel lovers found new spots to explore. Yonder Cider opened a taproom in Wenatchee’s apple country, while Oregon’s 19 Acres added a miniature railway to its tasting room, creating a fun combo of drinks and nostalgia.
Space enthusiasts got a handy guide for the March 29, 2025 solar eclipse. The UK could see up to 47 % of the Sun hidden, with the best views in the Outer Hebrides. Safety tips reminded everyone to wear proper eye protection.
We also covered some serious news. Sri Lanka’s Online Safety Act faced fresh criticism over human‑rights concerns, and a tragic shooting in Maguiresbridge, Northern Ireland left three dead.
If you missed any of these stories, you can scroll back through the archive and read the full articles. Each post is packed with details, quotes, and practical takeaways, so you stay informed without wading through fluff.
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