This Week in History: From a Maradona scandal to the ‘God Particle’

June 29, 2026 · The Independent

Ex-England captain questions timing of Ben Stokes’ international retirement announcement
Ben Stokes announced his retirement from international cricket during the fourth day’s play on Sunday
Comcast to split off NBCUniversal and Sky media arm
NBCUniversal will include the group’s large theme parks operation and its Sky business in Europe.
Martin Lewis accuses Ofcom of ‘failed’ action over mobile price hikes
The solution is ‘bleedin’ obvious’, the personal finance guru said
Horror at World Cup fan zone as shooting leaves one dead and another fighting for life
One person was killed and another seriously injured Sunday in a shooting at a popular San Jose entertainment district th
New Royal Mint 50p coin celebrates 100 years of British racing history ahead of Silverstone GP
Motorsport fans and coin collectors alike have a new piece of history to covet, as The Royal Mint unveils a special 50p