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The collections are 15% more than Mission: Impossible Fallout, reports Deadline. Globally, Mission: Impossible 7 has had the biggest opening weekend as compared to other M:I franchise movies. These results are from 35 international markets, including India, Australia/New Zealand, Brazil, Netherlands, Scandinavia and the UK.

Jane Birkin, a cherished British actress and singer, has sadly departed at the age of 76. She captured the hearts of audiences in France and beyond with her talent and charm. Birkin peacefully passed away at her residence in Paris, leaving behind a remarkable legacy that will be fondly remembered by her admirers across the globe.

Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi as he was introduced to the audience at Inter Miami's DRV PNK Stadium. Captain of the FIFA World Cup-winning team Argentina has joined the Major League Soccer club for which he will play till the end of 2025. Messi quit French club Parsi St. Germain after appearing in 75 matches in two years and scoring 32 goals. His contract with the club came to an end in 2023. He is most likely to play for Inter Miami in their League Cup inaugural match against LIGA MX side Cruz Azul on 21 July. Responding to the cheering crowd, Messi thanked them and said that he shared their desires. He said that he wanted to start training, to play, to compete. He also said that he had the same desire as earlier to want to play and help the club continue to grow. World’s number one forward will join the defensive midfielder Sergio Busquets. Both the players have played together for Barcelona. Messi will also join former Barca and Argentina manager Gerardo Martino. He was introduced to the supporters of the club as was introduced as “America's number 10, the world's best number 10”. Those who welcomed Messi included Inter Miami co-owner English footballer David Beckham, who said that signing the Argentine superstar was a dream come true. Inter Miami's owner, American billionaire Jorge Mas was also present and called Messi «the best player ever to don boots». Messi’s joining the U.S. club is considered a great deal as it has been reported that Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal offered Messi USD 1.5 billion fo three years.

India-France ties have a special weave to them, if nothing else because both countries have the habit of being gadflies on the international scene. Like the Indians, the French have historically paid scant attention to their own limitations or weaknesses when promoting themselves on the world stage. France emerged bruised and battered from two world wars into a global political reality with radically altered power equations and rapid decolonising.

Investing.com — European stock markets retreated Monday after the release of underwhelming Chinese growth data, while the second-quarter earnings season gets underway in earnest.

United Arab Emirates to promote local currencies, India has reportedly struck a similar deal with Indonesia, with both countries working on a real-time payment mechanism and local currency trade. A TOI report says that the governments are also looking to expand the scope of digital payments between the countries, bringing the use of UPI and similar tools to the forefront.

tennis. However, the Big Three continued to assert their control, winning an impressive 65 Grand Slam titles collectively since Federer's first Wimbledon victory in 2003. Breaking this stronghold seemed unlikely until a new champion emerged at Wimbledon, signaling a potential shift in the tennis landscape. This breakthrough came in the form of Alcaraz, who became the first player outside of Djokovic, Federer, Nadal, and Murray to claim the Wimbledon title since 2002. Many saw this victory as the start of a new era in men's tennis, as the young Alcaraz expressed his belief that he could lead the way. While Federer retired last year, Djokovic and Nadal had shared eight of the last ten Grand Slam titles leading up to the Wimbledon final. Alcaraz's U.S. Open victory last year and subsequent rise to the top of the ATP rankings showcased his talent, but doubts lingered about his ability to compete against the all-time greats in best-of-five-set matches, especially without facing Djokovic or Nadal during his previous major triumph. However, Alcaraz's mental strength was questioned during his French Open clash with Djokovic, raising concerns about his ability to handle high-pressure situations. Nevertheless, in the Wimbledon final, Alcaraz demonstrated that he is a quick learner, proving that he can adapt and thrive against top-tier opponents.

Russia took control of shares belonging to French agribusiness Danone and Danish brewer Carlsberg, according to a decree published on Sunday. The decree signed by President Vladimir Putin says the Russian state would «temporarily» manage shares belonging to Danone Russia and to Baltika, which is owned by Carlsberg. Danone said it was investigating the situation and «preparing to take all necessary measures to protect its rights as shareholder of Danone Russia, and the continuity of the operations of the business in the interest of all stakeholders, in particular its employees».

Birkin, the British-born singer and actor who became a style icon in her adopted France, has died, a source close to her said on Sunday. She was 76. Birkin had been suffering from health problems in recent years that had forced her to cancel concerts.

Wimbledon | Carlos Alcaraz said he wanted another shot at Novak Djokovic. Said it would make winning a Wimbledon championship more special. Well, Alcaraz got his chance to face Djokovic. And he beat him.

Tour de France 2023 fan, who was looking to take a selfie, has led to a crash on stage 15, involving around 20 riders. The handlebars of Team Jumbo-Visma rider Sepp Kuss were knocked by a spectator, who was holding a phone. The mishap happened when about 125 km were remaining.

Banijay has acquired a 49% stake in Endemol Shine India from media sector-focused venture capital fund CA Media to take complete control of the content studio, solidifying its position as the largest independent content studio in the country. Prior to the acquisition, Banijay held a 51% stake in Endemol Shine India. Banijay has reportedly paid between $90 million and $100 million (Rs 738 crore-Rs 821 crore) to CA Media for the buyout, according to industry sources. The transaction values the company between $180 million to $200 million, said the sources quoted above. In 2012, CA Media had bought a 49% stake in the content studio, which produces shows like Bigg Boss and Khatron Ke Khiladi.

Jane Birkin, known for inspiring the famous Birkin bag by French luxury house Hermes, has passed away at the age of 76, as per reports. Just last month, the Birkin bags hit record prices even though the world was halted after the Covid-19 pandemic. Jane Birkin, an English singer, actress, and model, was born in London in 1946 and sadly passed away in Paris.

Jane Birkin was best known overseas for her 1969 hit in which she and her lover, the late French singer-songwriter Serge Gainsbourg, sang the sexually explicit “Je t’aime moi non plus" The French Culture Ministry tweeted that Birkin died on Sunday. It hailed her as a “timeless Francophone icon." Jane Birkin is a muse and style icon known for her effortless, bohemian chic looks. She popularized the iconic "Birkin Bag," named after her, which is a luxury handbag made by Hermès.

BJP on Sunday termed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visits to France and the UAE «successful» and said they were not just «high on optics» but also «high on substantive outcomes». Prime Minister Modi on Saturday returned after «successful» visits to France and the United Arab Emirates.

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The Indo-France defence cooperation has reached new heights with the recent announcement by Indian and French authorities regarding the extension of their partnership in submarine building.

Airport after successfully completing his France and UAE visit."Concluding a productive UAE visit. Our nations are working together on so many issues aimed at making our planet better.

Emmanuel Macron for Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his two-day visit to France, held many special gestures for the latter. The banquet was organised at Paris' Louvre Museum on July 14, the French National Day. The Prime Minister was welcomed by French President Emmanuel Macron and French First Lady Brigitte Macron.

France is tackling clothing waste with an innovative new scheme that encourages mending instead of discarding clothes that are on the verge of becoming unusable. Announced by the secretary of state for ecology, Bérangère Couillard, the initiative aims to create a circular economy for shoes and textiles, promoting product longevity and sustainability.