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Starbucks beat quarterly expectations with 7.9% same-store sales growth and adjusted EPS of $0.85 on $9.3 billion in revenue, helped by stronger North American demand and a China JV shift; the company raised its full-year guidance, with US comps above 6% and global growth near 6%, as CEO Brian Niccol pushes the “Back to Starbucks” plan to restore the iconic “third place.” The stock rose in after-hours trading.
France and England meet in the World Cup third‑place game in Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium at 5 p.m. ET, with sweltering heat and expected lineup changes as Mbappe pursues more goals in what could be Didier Deschamps’ final France appearance; the match is broadcast on Fox (TV and Fox One) with Fubo streaming, and Telemundo/Peacock provide Spanish coverage.
France and England, both reeling from semifinal heartbreak, meet in the World Cup third-place match at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on Saturday; France is listed as the favorite at -175, and with likely lineup rotations due to fatigue, the game promises drama before a potential crowning moment. The article projects a 2-2 draw with France winning on penalties.
Eight third-place teams will reach the 2026 World Cup knockout rounds. Five teams have already qualified: Ecuador (4 pts, GD 0), Bosnia and Herzegovina (4, -1), Sweden (4, 0), Senegal (3, +2) and Paraguay (4, -2). The Athletic’s simulations suggest four points effectively guarantees advancement; three points depend on goal difference, and two points is usually not enough. Remaining groups feature several scenarios: Group L sees Ghana (4 pts) and Croatia (3 pts) with Croatia at about 86% to advance; Group G has Iran on 3 pts still in contention; Group K’s DR Congo (1 pt) and Uzbekistan (0) with Colombia leading; Group J shows Argentina through, Austria (3 pts, ~81% overall) and Algeria (3 pts, ~61% overall) fighting for remaining spots; Group A’s South Korea (50%) and Group C’s Scotland (5%) also in the mix for third-place passage.
Starbucks is investing heavily in hiring more baristas and improving customer service to restore its image as a welcoming 'third place' between home and work, despite concerns about increased costs and the impact on profitability. The company aims to enhance personal interactions and streamline orders using algorithms, while also adding full-time assistant managers. Wall Street remains cautious about the rising labor costs, but investor confidence is reflected in the recent share price increase.
Rep. Dean Phillips placed third in the South Carolina Democratic presidential primary, trailing behind the top two candidates.
Ariana Madix finished in third place on this season's Dancing with the Stars, impressing her Vanderpump Rules co-star Lisa Vanderpump. Paired with pro partner Pasha Paskhov, Madix showcased her dancing skills and resilience throughout the competition. The season finale saw Xochitl Gomez crowned as the winner, with singer Jason Mraz taking second place. Madix's empowering freestyle performance received high praise from the judges, earning her a perfect score. Vanderpump expressed her admiration for Madix's journey and growth on the show.
Moraya Wilson, representing Australia, placed third in the Miss Universe pageant held in El Salvador. Despite controversy surrounding her family's financial history, Wilson remained focused on the competition. The event was won by Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua, with Anntonia Porsild of Thailand coming in second. Wilson's alleged involvement in companies with unpaid debts has sparked calls for investigations into her parents. The pageant also introduced new eligibility rules allowing married women and mothers to compete. The bankruptcy of the company behind the Miss Universe pageant was announced shortly before the competition.
Sweden defeated Australia 2-0 in the third-place game of the 2023 Women's World Cup, securing their fourth bronze finish in the tournament's history. Fridolina Rolfö and Kosovare Asllani scored for Sweden, while Sam Kerr expressed pride in Australia's best-ever fourth-place finish. The final between England and Spain will take place on Sunday.
Scottish ultra-marathon runner Joasia Zakrzewski has been disqualified from a race where she placed third after officials discovered she had hitched a ride in a car for a portion of the race. Zakrzewski claimed it was a "miscommunication" and that she intended to withdraw from the race due to leg pain but decided to "carry on in a non-competitive way." The race director disputed this and a new third place winner was named.