Trump nominates Todd Blanche as attorney general, setting up Senate fight
Blanche, who currently serves as acting attorney general, has faced controversy over the Epstein files and January 6.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-06-08
Somali referee dropped from World Cup after US visa denial
Africa's top referee will not be allowed to officiate at the World Cup after he was refused entry to the USA, FIFA has confirmed.
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Pilot ‘hyperlocal’ job support scheme in England shows promising signs of effectiveness
Government-funded JobsPlus trial in 10 neighbourhoods could be scalable nationwide, evaluation showsWe would like to hear from young people in the UK about their job-hunting experiencesA government...
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Apple’s WWDC AI demos looked more real after $250M false ad settlement
The vibe of Apple's 2026 WWDC keynote felt like a spouse proudly listing all the honey-do-list items tackled. One subtle example: the many AI demos of someone standing, phone in hand.
techcrunch.com
Tech giant OpenAI files for US initial public offering
OpenAI did not disclose the size or terms of the offering and said a timeline has not yet been determined.
aljazeera.com
Olise scores hat-trick as France beat Northern Ireland
Bayern Munich's Michael Olise scores a hat-trick in France's 3-1 victory over Northern Ireland in their final World Cup warm-up match in Lille.
bbc.com
Hoyle Schweitzer, Who Brought Windsurfing to the Masses, Dies at 93
With his friend Jim Drake, he built the Windsurfer, a sailboard that was cheaper and more portable than most sailboats. It became a global phenomenon.
nytimes.com
U.S. Denies Entry to World Cup Referee From Somalia
Omar Artan will not officiate games at the World Cup, FIFA said.
nytimes.com
US confirms it denied entry to Somali referee set to take part in World Cup
Award-winning referee Omar Artan was 'determined to be inadmissible due to vetting concerns' after arriving in Miami.
aljazeera.com
Following Anthropic, OpenAI files confidentially for IPO
ChatGPT-maker OpenAI has filed confidentially for an initial public offering, the company said Monday in a blog post. The filing comes a little more than week after its main rival, Anthropic, also...
techcrunch.com
EU planning to add to $1.5 trillion sanctions hit on Russia
New proposed listings target Russia's 'military industrial complex, human rights violators and propagandists'.
aljazeera.com
Badenoch to vow to scrap public sector equality duty in effort to fend off Reform
In speech on Tuesday, Tory leader will claim obligation to consider equality being used to advance ‘divisive agendas’Kemi Badenoch will vow to scrap the duty on public bodies to consider how they c...
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Polymarket and Kalshi Say Influencer Partners Can't Deny Election Results, Actually
Social media posts questioning the integrity of LA’s mayoral election were labeled “paid partnerships.” Then Kalshi and Polymarket told creators to delete them.
wired.com
Kim Jong-un’s Triumph
He leveraged the war in Ukraine to become North Korea’s most powerful leader to date.
nytimes.com
Apple plays catch-up at WWDC
Apple spent much of its WWDC keynote highlighting fixes, performance improvements, and long-requested features before unveiling its upgraded AI-powered Siri, signaling that the company wants users...
techcrunch.com
Could Iran and the US play each other at the World Cup?
Could Iran and the US play each other at the World Cup?
aljazeera.com
Legal equality duty for public services should be scrapped, says Badenoch
The Conservative leader will argue that the rules have become a "minefield that exposes almost every significant public decision to legal challenge".
bbc.com
McGinn in the form of his life and now dancing to Scotland's tune
If Scotland hit the mark in their upcoming matches the way John McGinn does in front of the media then this could be a special World Cup for Steve Clarke's side, writes Tom English.
bbc.com
Apple bets cheaper AI will woo small developers
As AI experimentation grows more expensive, Apple is waiving cloud API costs for developers with fewer than 2 million first-time App Store downloads.
techcrunch.com
Waymo bought Apple’s self-driving car proving ground for $220M
Waymo has acquired a massive 5,500-acre proving ground in Arizona owned by Route 14 Investment Partners LLC, a Delaware shell company associated with Apple, according to documents filed with Marico...
techcrunch.com
Palace hold initial talks with Lens manager Sage
Crystal Palace hold talks with Lens manager Pierre Sage about becoming their new head coach.
bbc.com
Videos Show Chinese Businesses Hawking North Korean Labor
On social media, Chinese entrepreneurs are touting cheap labor across the border, as trade between the two countries regains momentum.
nytimes.com
How significant is Xi Jinping’s visit to North Korea?
Beijing is Pyongyang's main political and economic backer.
aljazeera.com
Wales' Hughes leaves promoted Crystal Palace
The 25-year-old announces her exit on social media on the eve of Wales' crucial Women's World Cup qualifier against Czech Republic in Cardiff.
bbc.com
Will the FIFA World Cup be the economic bonanza US cities were promised?
Cities remain optimistic despite lagging hotel bookings and high ticket prices that might deter foreign travellers.
aljazeera.com
Sciver-Brunt: England can learn from in-form Capsey
Nat Sciver-Brunt says England can take a leaf out of Alice Capsey's book after she delivered another eye-catching display with the bat in Monday's ICC Women's T20 World Cup warm-up defeat to Austra...
skysports.com
Apple unveils long-awaited AI Siri after years of delays
Silicon Valley giant seeking to differentiate itself with a commitment to privacy
ft.com
CCTV captures moment of deadly strike on Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine
CCTV footage captured the moment a missile struck Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, killing two people and injuring 23.
aljazeera.com
Will England pair Littler and Humphries right the wrongs at World Cup of Darts?
All eyes will be on the England partnership of Luke Littler and Luke Humphries as they prepare to right the wrongs of their 2025 showing at this year's World Cup of Darts.
skysports.com
Microsoft’s open source tools were hacked to steal passwords of AI developers
Microsoft shut down dozens of GitHub code repositories for Azure and AI coding tools after a reported hack.
techcrunch.com
Everything Apple Announced at WWDC 2026
Updates include a new souped-up Siri, lots of iOS enhancements, and some inkling on how an AI partnership with Google has come to power Apple’s products.
wired.com
Has Trump lost control of the Iran war?
For the first time since the start of a precarious ceasefire two months ago, Israel and Iran have traded missile strikes.
bbc.com
China’s Xi Jinping and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un meet in Pyongyang
Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met on Monday at a rare summit in Pyongyang.
aljazeera.com
How NASA Science and Artemis Are Shaping the 2026 FIFA World Cup
As the FIFA World Cup approaches, NASA is bringing space science and engineering to soccer fans worldwide. From June 11 to July 19, 2026, NASA...
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UFC White House event challenged by lawsuit
The UFC White House event scheduled to take place on 14 June is challenged by a federal lawsuit alleging it is unlawful.
bbc.com
Netherlands' Timber out of World Cup with injury
Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber is ruled out of the Netherlands' World Cup campaign with a groin injury, while Brazil's Neymar is making good progress from injury.
bbc.com
Southern Philippines hit by 7.8-magnitude earthquake
Offshore quake rocks Mindanao, killing at least 35 and injuring more than 200.
aljazeera.com
That’s life! Musical about Frank Sinatra’s explosive rise opens in London – in pictures
A new West End blockbuster puts Ol’ Blue Eyes in the spotlight and features the superstar’s hits including One for My Baby and Come Fly With Me. Take a first look Photographs by Tristram Kenton/The...
theguardian.com
Watch: Southern Lights timelapse filmed from space
This occurrence of aurora australis, or Southern Lights, was captured by NASA astronaut Jessica Meir.
bbc.com
US imposes restrictions on 100 Nicaraguan officials after activist’s death
The death of Indigenous leader Brooklyn Rivera has prompted calls from UN experts for an independent investigation.
aljazeera.com
Apple just taught your iPhone to finish your sentences, your photos, and your workflows
Apple is adding new AI-powered features to Safari, Shortcuts, and Password apps.
techcrunch.com
Apple will let you build workflows using AI in its new Shortcuts app
Shortcuts gets an AI upgrade, letting you describe the workflow you want in a prompt.
techcrunch.com
Apple’s iPhone Camera App Is Getting an AI Upgrade in iOS 27
Siri is now directly embedded into the camera app, and there are more artificial intelligence tools in the Photos app to alter your images.
wired.com
Apple’s Image Playground doesn’t suck anymore
Apple's AI image generator is getting a makeover that could make it more competitive.
techcrunch.com
Moment Israeli helicopter fires missile on Gaza City target
Footage shows the moment an Israeli helicopter launched a missile at an unknown target in the Gaza City neighbourhood.
aljazeera.com
Apple’s Photos app is getting new AI editing features
A new spatial "Reframe" feature will let users use AI to adjust perspectives.
techcrunch.com
England fall to five‑wicket defeat against Australia
Highlights from Cardiff, where England lost to Australia by five wickets in their Women's T20 World Cup warm-up match.
skysports.com
Apple is fixing the headache of splitting the bill with its new Siri in Camera feature
"If you're grabbing a bite with friends and point your iPhone at the bill, then [you can] select what you ordered to split the tab with Apple Cash," said Apple VP of Software Sebastien Marineau-Mes.
techcrunch.com
FIFA World Cup: the politics and profits of the beautiful game
The World Cup has yet to start, but politics, war, and controversy are already competing with football.
aljazeera.com
Apple’s New Siri AI Is Ready to Get Personal
From a standalone app to a Google Gemini partnership, here’s everything you need to know from WWDC 2026 about Apple’s upcoming overhaul of Siri.
wired.com
England suffer five-wicket defeat to Australia in T20 World Cup warm-up
England succumbed to a five-wicket defeat to rivals Australia in their first T20 World Cup warm-up game in Cardiff.
skysports.com
Apple’s Health app can now tell you if you’re in perimenopause
Cycle tracker will now notify women when their cycle patterns are suggestive of perimenopause.
techcrunch.com
Apple introduces systemwide dictation
Apple's new dictation system could compete with Wispr Flow and others.
techcrunch.com
Norway dress up as Vikings for World Cup
Watch behind-the-scenes footage as the Norway squad dress up as Vikings for a team photo before the World Cup.
bbc.com
Apple’s long-awaited AI Siri overhaul is finally here
The idea behind the new "Siri AI" is to turn the assistant from a voice controlled assistant into an AI companion that can do a lot more.
techcrunch.com
Race tied between left- and right-wing rivals in Peru’s presidential vote
The split illustrates deep political polarisation in the South American country.
aljazeera.com
The UK Is Betting on a Billion-Dollar AI Supercomputer to Kick Its Addiction to US Tech
The British government thinks a state-backed infrastructure initiative will help supercharge homegrown chip startups.
wired.com
WWDC 2026: Everything announced on Siri AI, iOS 27, Apple Intelligence and more
Apple’s WWDC 2026 event kicked off this morning at 10 a.m. PT at Apple Park, starting a week full of expected announcements around Siri, iOS 27, Apple Intelligence and more, along with develo...
techcrunch.com
Somali referee Artan barred from entering USA
Somali referee Omar Artan, who was set to be the first from his country to officiate at the World Cup finals, is denied entry to the United States.
bbc.com
Stokes & Atkinson investigated over nightclub incident
The England and Wales Cricket Board investigates an incident in a nightclub involving captain Ben Stokes and pace bowler Gus Atkinson following the first Test against New Zealand.
bbc.com
Meta Deletes Face-Recognition System From Its Smart Glasses App After WIRED Report
The code WIRED identified is gone from the latest version of Meta AI, the companion app for the company’s smart glasses. Meta won’t say why or whether it’s coming back.
wired.com
The Guardian view on children and the internet: rolling back big tech’s untrammelled power | Editorial
A belated change of policy on nude digital images of children must be part of a wider resetAmid the flurry of resignations by ministers who said they had lost confidence in Sir Keir Starmer’s leade...
theguardian.com
Rushed social media ban for under-16s in UK could ‘unravel’, charity warns
Molly Rose Foundation says government should instead set strict safety standards for appsA rushed under-16s social media ban in the UK could unravel and families will be left to count the cost, a l...
theguardian.com
The Guardian view on climate equality: a richer life and real public abundance, not just more stuff | Editorial
The Global Justice Report offers a hopeful bargain: tax extreme wealth and replace consumer excess with social and economic security for allHumanity can raise living standards, reduce inequality an...
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Three rescued, one killed in Russian drone strike on Ukraine block
Three rescued, one killed in Russian drone strike on Ukraine block.
aljazeera.com
‘Severe’ stress on oceans as rate of sea level rise doubles in 10 years, UN warns
Global effort needed to limit effects of pollution, industrial fishing and climate crisis, World Ocean Assessment saysThe world’s oceans are under “severe and accelerating” pressure from human acti...
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Cautious Keir seeks to cement his legacy as he plods towards the exit | John Crace
PM is seeking a few quick wins to guarantee he is remembered for at least a short while after he resignsWhatever you do, don’t mention the L-word. The official line from Downing Street is that Keir...
theguardian.com
Double World Cup winner Packer to leave Saracens
England flanker and double World Cup winner Marlie Packer will leave Saracens at the end of the season after nine years at the club.
bbc.com
7.8 magnitude earthquake leaves dozens dead in the Philippines
A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines off the island of Mindanao, killing at least 32.
aljazeera.com
Maine's Democratic voters have a choice to make on Graham Platner
As Democrat Graham Platner is poised to officially win the party's nomination Tuesday, many Democratic voters continue to support his campaign despite multiple controversies.
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How Lebanon became the breaking point for the Iran war ceasefire
Iran has switched from projecting power via its proxies to using its own firepower to protect them, analysts say.
aljazeera.com
Kenya's ex-chief justice arrested at protest against building on national park
Activists allege there is a plan to build a car park on protected land belonging to a wildlife sanctuary.
bbc.com
Lebanon’s children face physical, psychological trauma amid Israel’s war
Experts warn of lasting trauma for Lebanon's children as war continues to shatter their sense of safety.
aljazeera.com
Rashford 'dead cert to start for me' - Walcott
Former England winger Theo Walcott is "most psyched" about Marcus Rashford for the Three Lions at the World Cup.
bbc.com
Can Littler and Humphries get it right this time and win World Cup of Darts?
skysports.com
How Korda completed journey from major doubts to fulfilling childhood dream
Nelly Korda spent nearly half her life attempting to win the US Women’s Open - now the world No 1 has successfully fulfilled her childhood dream of securing one of the sport’s most pres...
skysports.com
NotebookLM’s new update will help you build source repository from chat
Google is making Gemini 3.5 the default model in NotebookLM
techcrunch.com
Guardiola's final seasons to air in Amazon series
Pep Guardiola's final two seasons in charge of Manchester City will air in a four-part behind-the-scenes series on Amazon's Prime Video.
bbc.com
NI squad 'exciting for the future' - McKenna
Northern Ireland captain Rebecca McKenna says new manager Michael McArdle has "brought a breath of fresh air" since taking over at the helm.
bbc.com
Gordon S. Wood, Pioneering Historian of Early America, Dies at 92
Gordon S. Wood was awarded the National Humanities Medal by President Barack Obama in 2011. He worked to deepen understanding of the forces and events that led to the birth of the United States.
nytimes.com
Are U.S. and Israel on the Same Page in Mideast Wars?
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has found himself on the sidelines of talks to end the war in Iran.
nytimes.com
Amazon now lets you design custom merch using AI
A new feature in the Amazon Shopping app allows users to generate designs with Alexa, then print them on products like T-shirts, hoodies, and tumblers.
techcrunch.com
WhatsApp says it caught new spyware attacks linked to NSO Group in violation of court order
The messaging giant announced that it disrupted a phishing campaign targeting its users with NSO’s spyware.
techcrunch.com
Wilkinson reveals Wales plane was hit by lightning
Boss Rhian Wilkinson says Wales are happy to be at home in Tuesday's Women's World Cup qualifier against Czech Republic after revealing their team plane was struck by lightning en route to Montenegro.
bbc.com
Supersonic!
On June 5, 2026, NASA’s experimental X-59 aircraft flew faster than the speed of sound for the first time, setting the stage for demonstrating its quiet supersonic capabilities later this year. NAS...
nasa.gov
Bielle-Biarrey considering sevens switch for LA 2028
Fifteen-a-side sensation Louis Bielle-Biarrey is exploring the possibility of representing France when they defend their sevens Olympic crown at Los Angeles 2028.
bbc.com
We need to learn how to argue with AI
Putting humans in the loop is pointless if they simply rubber-stamp authoritative-sounding information
ft.com
Lebanon’s intractable crisis pulls Israel and Iran back towards war
Impasse over Hizbollah has repeatedly tested the fragile ceasefire between Tehran and Washington
ft.com
NASA’s INCUS Satellites Progress Toward Launch
Description One of the three satellites that make up NASA’s INCUS (Investigation of Convective Updrafts) mission sits on a fixture at the facilities of Blue Canyon Technologies in Lafayette, Colora...
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Iran's World Cup football team arrives in Mexico amid US visa row
The players and staff will have to fly in and out of the US for each of their games in the group stage.
bbc.com
Iran says it has halted attacks on Israel after first exchange of fire since truce
Iran launched about 30 missiles at Israel following a strike in Lebanon, while Israel carried out two waves of air strikes in Iran.
bbc.com
Man City and Chelsea remain in talks over Maresca
Manchester City are continuing negotiations with Chelsea to appoint Enzo Maresca as their new manager.
bbc.com
Beating France would be one of football's biggest stories - Ward
Republic of Ireland boss Carla Ward says beating France to qualify automatically for the 2027 Women's World Cup would "be one of the biggest stories in world football".
bbc.com
If Australian data centres are going to power the AI revolution, we deserve a fair return | David Pocock
We cannot afford to make the same mistake as we did with gas. If tech companies are going to use our land, energy and water for AI, they must pay their fair share of taxFollow our Australia news li...
theguardian.com
Russell admits to being in 'very weird state of mind' after poor run
George Russell has admitted he is in a "very weird state of mind" after his hopes of a maiden Formula 1 title suffered another major blow in Monaco.
skysports.com
Watch Duty Is Adding Flood Alerts to Its Wildfire App
The popular wildfire tracking app is adding flood monitoring to its platform. It’s the first new disaster alert on the service, with many more to come.
wired.com
Billie Tisch, Influential New York Philanthropist, Dies at 98
Billie Tisch at a fund-raising gala in 2011. She was the first woman to be elected president of the Federation of Jewish Philanthropies (now UJA-Federation of New York).
nytimes.com
‘You escape the slaughter. But there’s a long tail of sadness’: musician Bedouine on the strangeness of Arab life outside the Middle East
With roots in Armenia, Syria and Saudi Arabia, the singer-songwriter now lives in the US. But despite her Carole King-style sound, her homelands are never far from her mindThe title song to Azniv K...
theguardian.com
England put in to bat by Australia in T20 World Cup warm-up LIVE!
skysports.com
Norway boss brands Scotland's Clarke 'unprofessional'
Steve Clarke is branded "unprofessional" by Norway counterpart Stale Solbakken after Scotland cancelled a training-ground friendly before the World Cup.
bbc.com
Dunkley dropped & Jones opens in England T20 warm-up
Nat Sciver-Brunt makes her first international appearance of the summer as England face Australia in a T20 World Cup warm-up match in Cardiff.
bbc.com
Diver captures rare footage of great white shark in the Mediterranean Sea – video
Footage captured by a diver shows a rare sighting of a great white shark in the Mediterranean Sea, spotted between Tunisia and Sicily. The sighting happened during a mission, organised by NGO Healt...
theguardian.com
TT rider 'suffered chest injuries in fatal crash'
The inquest into the death of Daniel Ingham, 33, is opened and adjourned at Douglas Courthouse.
bbc.com
FCA seeks injunction against Neil Woodford over new online service
UK financial regulator alleges fund manager is providing unauthorised investment advice
ft.com
Is Keir Starmer in his ‘legacy’ era? – podcast
Keir Starmer says he will fight on as prime minister, but behind the scenes he is said to be thinking about his legacy. He’s talking this week about tech companies and the shape of a social media b...
theguardian.com
Iran's strike on Israel suggests the regime's sense of resilience is growing
Iran's decision to risk jeopardising peace talks may reflect how its leaders view their current position, writes BBC Persian editor Amir Azimi.
bbc.com
Meta to take legal action against Israeli spyware company NSO
WhatsApp disrupted phishing attempts linked to NSO, blacklisted by the US for security concerns.
aljazeera.com
Call to phase out ‘inhumane’ guga hunt by working with Hebridean islanders
Annual killing of infant gannets has been carried out on a remote Scottish island for at least 400 yearsAnimal welfare campaigners have called for talks on phasing out the “inhumane” hunt for infan...
theguardian.com
‘Screaming girls chased me down the street’: how we made Strictly Ballroom
‘A big dude came up to me and said, “My wife dragged me kicking and screaming to see your movie – and it was the best thing she’s ever done”’Baz Luhrmann was this cool guy two years ahead of me at...
theguardian.com
How can athletes play with ICDs, and what happens when it goes off?
BBC Sport explores how athletes with cardiac health issues are able to continue playing, the risks, and what happens when an ICD goes off.
bbc.com
How extreme weather and heat could affect players at World Cup 2026
Climate experts warn that 25% of World Cup games could be played in very hot conditions, affecting fans and players.
aljazeera.com
The Iran War is Forcing Energy-Importing Countries to Turn Inward
The president of Solaric, a rooftop-solar installer based near Manila, said people were now seeing the technology as “a way to survive this new age.”
nytimes.com
Massachusetts votes to pass new privacy rights bill that bans sale of precise location data
The bill is expected to blanket ban companies and startups from selling people's precise location data across the state.
techcrunch.com
Texas-bound jet crashes during emergency landing in Dominican Republic
Texas-bound private jet crashes during emergency landing in Dominican Republic.
aljazeera.com
How Emslie went from giving birth to World Cup qualifiers inside six months
Scotland's Claire Emslie was back playing competitive football just five months after giving birth and is now targeting next year's World Cup finals in Brazil.
bbc.com
Houthis Threaten to Widen Iran War by Blocking Israeli Shipping in Red Sea
Houthi supporters in Sanaa, Yemen, sit around an Iranian flag in April at a demonstration in solidarity with Tehran.
nytimes.com
At least 11 killed in Pakistan-administered Kashmir clashes before rally
Police crack down down on supporters of the Joint Awami Action Committee, which plans to hold a rally Tuesday.
aljazeera.com
After new attacks, Israelis lament a ‘never-ending loop of war.’
Sheltering underground during an air raid siren in Tel Aviv on Monday.
nytimes.com
How much does Sean Penn hate selfies? Enough to invoke the Holocaust
In his own unique words, the One Battle After Another actor made it clear there is no one he won’t reject for a fan photo – and revealed the real reason he skipped the OscarsOne of the highlights o...
theguardian.com
India record biggest Test win vs Afghanistan as debutant takes seven wickets
Manav Suthar took seven wickets on debut to spur India to their largest Test victory, defeating Afghanistan by an innings and 300 runs in three days in New Chandigarh.
skysports.com
Schoolchildren run from collapsing roof as ground shakes in Philippines quake
Pupils could be heard screaming as the earthquake struck the city of Digos, but the school said nobody was injured in the incident.
bbc.com
McIlroy finds 'good stuff' ahead of US Open but identifies 'limited' area
Rory McIlroy insists there is plenty of "good stuff" he can take from the Memorial Tournament into the US Open, although the world No 2 is fully aware of his driver issue heading into the next major.
skysports.com
Julio Le Parc review – as if Bridget Riley had opened a riotous funfair
Tate Modern, LondonThe late artist found his calling in febrile 1960s Paris and this exhibition is imbued with an anarchist spirit – you can even spin the paintings! In a great scene in Jean-Luc Go...
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A Murder Between Friends review – Joan Collins’s detective diva sparkles in trashy whodunnit
Hot tubs and high camp as a TV star dripping in rhinestones tries to solve a real-life crime in this fabulously flawed murder mystery. Who cares who did itHere is a camply craptastic murder mystery...
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McCullum 'hopeful' of Archer return as he hails Gay's 'super-impressive' debut
England head coach Brendon McCullum is "hopeful" Jofra Archer will be available for the second Test against New Zealand as he reflected on Emilio Gay's "super-impressive" display in the first Test...
skysports.com
Rugby league's record loss but Crusaders win survival
North Wales Crusaders lost 134-0 at home to London Broncos - but heavy defeats have been the least of the club's problems during recent months.
bbc.com
Smoke rises in illegal Israeli settlement after Iranian missile attack
Smoke was seen in an illegal Israeli settlement in the occupied West Bank after Iran launched launched missiles.
aljazeera.com
Which European nation has the best chance to win World Cup 2026?
Europe has the most World Cup winners in the event's history, but what are the continent's chances at the 2026 edition?
aljazeera.com
Unions attack ‘year-long delay’ for Tata Steel furnace’s grid connection in south Wales
Government urged to help speed up vital industrial project amid growing alarm over National Grid delaysTrade unions have called for the government to intervene to speed up Tata Steel’s connection t...
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At Least 32 Dead After Earthquake and Landslide in the Philippines
A partially collapsed shopping plaza in General Santos on Monday. “We don’t have a complete picture of the damage, but there are plenty of structures that are cracked,” a civil defense official in...
nytimes.com
Idris Elba says audiences would never accept a black actor playing James Bond: ‘That’s not what they like in their culture’
The star of Luther played down rumours that he was lined up to take over as 007, adding that he’s against making the character ‘woke’Idris Elba has refuted rumours that he was seriously in contenti...
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Armenian PM Pashinyan declares victory in parliamentary elections
Armenian PM Pashinyan declares victory in parliamentary elections
aljazeera.com
Sinfield to visit 12 Super League grounds in final MND challenge
Kevin Sinfield will visit all 12 English Betfred Super League grounds in September during his seventh and final running challenge to raise money for motor neurone disease charities.
skysports.com
Ohio police drag away football pitch invader in pre-World Cup friendly
US police were filmed dragging away a pitch-invading fan during a friendly football match between Ecuador and Guatemala.
aljazeera.com
Resuming War Is a Short-Term Political Boon for Netanyahu, but Grim Choices Await
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel in Jerusalem, in March.
nytimes.com
Goals review – disruptor football game attempts to smash the competition
Released just before the World Cup kicks off, this upstart football game is positioning itself as a credible alternative to EA Sports FCThis month something extremely unusual happened in the video...
theguardian.com
Iran and Israel bomb each other: Is the ceasefire over?
Analysts say both sides are pushing the ceasefire to its limits while seeking greater leverage.
aljazeera.com
PM Pashinyan’s party wins Armenia election, preliminary results show
Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract party wins 49.81 percent of the vote, the Central Election Commission says.
aljazeera.com
Momfluencers Are Pitching AI as a Better ‘Coparent’ Than Men
Moms are outsourcing tedious household tasks to ChatGPT and selling courses teaching others to do the same. Where are all the dads?
wired.com
Israel kills 14 people in attacks across Gaza
Israel killed at least 14 people in Gaza on Sunday in strikes across Khan Younis, Gaza City, and Deir el-Balah.
aljazeera.com
‘In prison, I made a little studio in my head. It kept me sane’: Ibrahim Alfa Jr, British techno’s great survivor
He moved from Nigeria to middle England and was swept up into the rave scene – then battled through incarceration and near-death illness. After making 500 tracks while living on porridge and lettuc...
theguardian.com
Philippines earthquake kills 15, prompts tsunami fears: All to know
The latest tremors come eight months after the Philippines suffered its strongest earthquake in 12 years.
aljazeera.com
Time and Water review – Iceland’s doomed glacier tells its own story of climate disaster
This study of author Andri Snær Magnason is somewhat indulgent, with endless musings where piercing climate crisis commentary should beIs Iceland dying? Is the world dying? These would appear to be...
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'Brutal, searing and punishing heat' - Babb on playing for Ireland at USA '94
While none of the home nations qualified for the 1994 World Cup, the Republic of Ireland did.
skysports.com
Everything you need to know about Curacao - the World Cup's smallest ever nation
On Tuesday November 18 2025, Curacao travelled to Kingston to take on Jamaica in a winner-takes-all World Cup qualifier.
skysports.com
How will extreme heat impact the 2026 World Cup?
The challenge of the 2026 World Cup will extend beyond tactics, pressure and talent - with extreme and dangerous levels of heat presenting itself as a formidable extra opponent.
skysports.com
Elusive gull drifts thousands of kilometres off course to Australia, turning birdwatching into ‘extreme sport’
‘Twitchers’ rush to coastal Western Australia to see black-headed gull, which usually flies between Europe and AsiaGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA lone seabird has caus...
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Israel’s strikes on Iran expose Trump’s failure to restrain Netanyahu
Israel’s strikes on Iran expose Trump’s failure to restrain Netanyahu.
aljazeera.com
Tate & Lyle agrees to £2.7bn takeover from US rival Ingredion
Takeover of long-serving FTSE member deepens London stock market malaise
ft.com
Trump to cheer on Knicks at NBA Finals game in New York City
The Knicks' stunning winning streak has energised the city as the New York basketball team prepares for the third game of the finals series at its home arena.
bbc.com
Bellingham has fight to start for England - Tuchel
Jude Bellingham has a fight on his hands to feature in England's starting line-up at the World Cup, says manager Thomas Tuchel.
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Artisanal or Exploitative? Unraveling the Story of Mexico’s World Cup Jerseys
Mexicans are enraged after viral videos claimed Adidas exploited Indigenous women to sew World Cup jerseys. We traveled into the mountains to speak to the artisans themselves.
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Team Mouat eye third Olympics - but without Hardie
Three members of Team Mouat sign on to try to win an elusive Olympic curling gold medal after consecutive silvers - but Grant Hardie has opted to leave the world's leading rink after nine years.
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Giving guitarfish a chance: one man’s mission to persuade fishers to farm giant snails instead
Marine biologist Issah Seidu has found a way for Ghana’s fishing communities to earn a living – and help protect the ancient and critically endangered fish speciesGuitarfish are an odd-looking and...
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‘It soothes me’: why The Blair Witch Project is my feelgood movie
The latest in our series of writers highlighting their most rewatched comfort films is a dread-filled journey into the woodsI’m not sure I could blame anyone for choosing, as their feelgood film, a...
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Group of death? Scotland eye progression on World Cup return
As Scotland’s World Cup opener draws ever closer, Steve Clarke will have a fair idea of who he will play and how he will set up.
skysports.com
Asia’s stock markets dive amid Iran-Israel conflict, Wall Street jitters
South Korea’s main index plunges nearly 9 percent, while stocks in Japan, Taiwan and Hong Kong also see sharp falls.
aljazeera.com
Peru election result close as vote counting continues
The race between right-wing Keiko Fujimori and left-wing Roberto Sánchez has been dominated by concerns over crime and political instability.
bbc.com
Starmer gives tech firms ultimatum to block explicit images on children’s phones
Companies such as Apple and Google have until September to install software or face legislation, says PMUK politics live – latest updatesApple and Google have been given until September to install...
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Explosions heard in central Tehran as Israel and Iran trade air strikes
Retaliatory barrages test two-month truce and Trump’s efforts to forge wider peace deal
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New York stabbing, Kansas City shooting raise World Cup security concerns
Six people were stabbed in New York and nine injured in Kansas City, days before the World Cup's opening weekend.
aljazeera.com
Yemen’s Houthis declare ban on Israeli ships sailing the Red Sea
Yemen’s Houthis have declared a ‘total ban’ on Israeli vessels wanting to pass through the Red Sea.
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Magnitude 7.8 earthquake rocks southern Philippines
At least 15 people were killed and 129 injured in a magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck the southern Philippines.
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Armenia's pro-West government wins election despite Russian pressure
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract Party secures nearly 50% of the vote, comfortably beating the other contenders.
bbc.com
At least 19 dead after major earthquake strikes southern Philippines
The magnitude-7.8 quake triggered small tsunami waves in the Philippines, Indonesia and Japan.
bbc.com
Detective Conan: Fallen Angel of the Highway review – motorbike whodunnit cranked up to top speed
The half-pint sleuth investigates another mystery with the franchise’s usual gorgeous cityscapes, sharply sketched characters and general brioComing hard on the heels of last year’s One-Eyed Flashb...
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‘Homes turned into ovens’: Millions of Yemenis swelter amid heat, blackouts
Millions of Yemenis grapple with a heatwave as power cuts add to the suffering of people in the war-torn nation.
aljazeera.com
Scientists discover the brain chemical that helps you break bad habits
Scientists have uncovered a key brain signal that helps us break old habits and adapt when circumstances suddenly change. By watching mice navigate a virtual maze, researchers found that disappoint...
sciencedaily.com
Mideast Live Updates: Iran and Israel Trade Strikes for the First Time Since April
Iran launched waves of missiles at Israel, while Israel struck military targets and a petrochemical complex in Iran.
nytimes.com
What time are World Cup 2026 matches in my time zone?
Find out the match time in your part of the world for the 104 fixtures of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.
aljazeera.com
What is space-time? A mystery at the heart of reality
What if our biggest idea about reality is built on a hidden misunderstanding? A new philosophical look at space-time challenges the popular view that the past, present, and future all exist togethe...
sciencedaily.com
Keir Starmer to say ‘tech revolution must work for everyone’ in speech on AI – UK politics live
Prime minister to give speech on the government’s technology policy this morning Good morning. Two weeks today, it seems more likely than not that Andy Burnham will be taking his seat as the new MP...
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How Lebanon and Iran’s war of words became backdrop for latest Israel war
Iran had warned that talks could be stopped and attacks would resume if Israel continued to hit Lebanon.
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Nikol Pashinyan Wins Re-election in Armenia
Nikol Pashinyan at a polling station in Yerevan, Armenia, on Sunday.
nytimes.com
Iran war day 101: Tensions escalate as Iran and Israel trade air attacks
Tensions have escalated between Iran and Israel while ongoing diplomatic efforts have failed to yield lasting peace.
aljazeera.com
Crusaders suffer record 134-0 defeat
The scoreline was the biggest defeat of any side in the top two divisions in the 131-year history of rugby league.
bbc.com
Missiles intercepted over occupied East Jerusalem and West Bank
The Israeli army said it intercepted missiles launched from Iran on Monday in response to attacks from Israel.
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ARCHIVE: Relive England's thrilling 2017 World Cup win
Ahead of the T20 World Cup starting on the 12th June, BBC Sport looks back at the last time England's cricketers won the World Cup on home soil, when they beat India by nine runs in the 2017 final...
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‘My diagnosis was a blessing’: composer Sally Beamish on tackling the condition that ruined every joyful memory
As she prepares to mark 70 with a birthday concert, the musician talks about her destructive mindset – and the steps she took to finally make sense of her life and music’s part in itIt was 2023. Th...
theguardian.com
Octopus surge spreads up UK coast as far as Scotland, study finds
Record numbers linked to warming waters is mixed news for fishers, with shellfish catches down but octopus catches boomingRecord numbers of octopuses found off the south-west coast of England last...
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Bellingham has a fight on his hands for England starting spot, Tuchel says
Thomas Tuchel says Jude Bellingham has a battle on his hands to secure an England starting place, as the competition for World Cup places hots up under the West Palm Beach sun.
skysports.com
Mourinho set for Real after Perez re-elected
Jose Mourinho is set to confirmed as Real Madrid's new head coach after Florentino Perez was re-elected as the club's president until 2030.
bbc.com
Scientists may have debunked one of humanity's oldest habits
Ancient grooves on human teeth, once hailed as evidence of tooth-picking, may simply be the result of natural wear, according to a new study of wild primates. The research also revealed that a comm...
sciencedaily.com
Airline industry chiefs say 2050 net zero goal now unlikely
Iata boss Willie Walsh blames fuel suppliers, governments and aircraft makers, saying new ‘realistic timeline’ now neededAir fare rises ‘inevitable’ as airlines face extra $100bn jet fuel billThe a...
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Portugal World Cup 2026 preview: Players to watch, group matches and squad
Portugal are hugely talented but are led by a fading Cristiano Ronaldo and are still grieving the loss of Diogo Jota.
aljazeera.com
Teenager becomes youngest British Open champion
Egyptian teenager Amini Orfi breaks a 94-year-old record to become the youngest ever British Open women's champion.
bbc.com
Rare footage captured of Great White shark in Mediterranean Sea
A volunteer diver has described shaking as he filmed his encounter with an endangered Great White shark between Tunisia and Sicily.
bbc.com
Korda pips Hull to win maiden US Women's Open
World number one Nelly Korda wins her first US Women's Open title, pipping England's Charley Hull to the title by a single shot.
bbc.com
A fascinating history of the World Cup: best podcasts of the week
Former US soccer player Merritt Mathias looks at times when the beautiful game has been a political football. Plus, a deep dive into who is funding Reform UKFormer US soccer player Merritt Mathias...
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My Memory Is Full of Ghosts review – deeply moving visual hymn for the bombed-out Syrian city of Homs
Anas Zawahri’s documentary lays heart-wrenching testimony over languorous shots of bullet-ridden ruins and deserted streetsThe western Syrian city of Homs is only a husk of its former self. Previou...
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A British Childhood by Frank Cottrell-Boyce review – are we raising a bookless generation?
This clarion call about the loss of delight and safety in children’s lives is also a reminder of the sheer magic of readingEvery day, on my walk to work, I pass a primary school. A group of little...
theguardian.com
Red Bull engine top rated by FIA as Mercedes, Ferrari granted upgrades
Mercedes and Ferrari have been granted engine upgrades this season by the FIA after Red Bull was deemed as Formula 1's best engine.
skysports.com
Reset or repeat? Have England really changed after Ashes thrashing?
Following all the pre-match talk about whether England's style would change in the wake of the Ashes debacle, a quick scour of the Lord's scorecard post their rout of New Zealand would suggest more...
skysports.com
All the Ways Europe Is Ditching American Technology
A WIRED timeline shows how dozens of governments, companies, and other organizations across Europe are moving, or planning to shift, away from US Big Tech.
wired.com
Yamal, Williams to be available for Spain’s opening World Cup match
Star forward Yamal expected to be ready after suffering a groin injury that kept him out of a pretournament friendly.
aljazeera.com
Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 1
Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?
bbc.com
Why Olise can be one of France's very best - Clichy
Former France international Gael Clichy explains why Bayern Munich's France forward Michael Olise could be the breakout star of this summer's World Cup.
bbc.com
TV tonight: revisiting the febrile frenzy of the Brexit vote, a decade on
All the big hitters – on the leave side, anyway – are rolled out for Brexit: A Very British Civil War. Plus: the return of scouse comedy G’Wed. Here’s what to watch this evening9pm, BBC Two What a...
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Top chefs back Andy Burnham for prime minister to cut VAT on hospitality
Tom Kerridge says ‘whole of hospitality’ should get behind Burnham who has called for VAT cut from 20% to 10%Chefs and restaurateurs have said they hope Andy Burnham becomes prime minister after he...
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What to do as murder is exploited to spread lies about race and privilege? Stand firm – fight back | Nesrine Malik
Too many leaders have appeased the rightwing culture warriors. In the wake of the Henry Nowak rioting, the time for a push against toxicity and untruths is nowIt is easy to regard, and thus disrega...
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UK companies opting to hire temporary workers over permanent staff, recruitment firms say
Report blames Middle East conflict and rising business costs for fragile jobs market and steep fall in recruitmentUK companies are increasingly hiring temporary workers instead of permanent staff b...
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The red state, blue state divide is real. But it's driven by more than just politics
Recent research suggests there's more going on with "ideological sorting" than simply moving to places that match one's politics. It's often one of many deciding factors, such as taxes or safety.
npr.org
Satellite images show destruction of the US-Israel war on Iran
From Iranian naval ports to US military bases across the Gulf, Al Jazeera shows 15 sites before and after the attacks.
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Political scandals once ended careers. Are they as powerful as they once were?
There was a time when scandals were the death knell for political careers. But today, they're far from being career enders. Do scandals really not hold any power anymore?
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In the past, political scandals could end careers. Not anymore
There was a time when scandals were a death knell for political careers. But today, they're far from being career enders.
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Trump walks out of interview after being pressed on election fraud claims
President Trump walked out of an interview on Sunday's "Meet the Press" after being pressed on his repeated claims that the 2020 election and last week's California primaries were "rigged."
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Country diary: Trees growing out of trees – the more I look, the more I find them | Merryn Glover
Badenoch, Cairngorms: It started with a tiny Scots pine growing out of a huge old birch, but soon I find more examples of this strange magicThe sight pulls me up short. It looks like something out...
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Debris reported in Jordan after Iranian missiles aimed at Israel intercepte
Missiles believed fired from Iran toward Israel were seen over Jordan, with one reportedly intercepted.
aljazeera.com
Peru’s Sanchez visits jailed ex-president as votes are counted
Peruvian presidential candidate Roberto Sanchez visited jailed former president Pedro Castillo.
aljazeera.com
Searching for Shade When It’s 125 Degrees
Every season brings a new struggle for people in Dadu District, Pakistan, an area prone to sandstorms, drought and flooding.
nytimes.com
A ‘big bang’ reversal of Brexit is both unrealistic and unnecessary
Going back would create some big new problems but Switzerland provides an alternative model
ft.com
We must not grant AI agents legal personhood
What kind of sanctions could keep a non-human corporation in check?
ft.com
Silicon Valley including Meta has embraced Maga politics, says Nick Clegg
Meta’s former head of global affairs says executives pivoted right in some cases for ‘rather more self-interested’ reasonsSilicon Valley companies including Meta have decided to embrace Maga politi...
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‘The Epstein files are about more than men and money’: All the Rage, the ‘guerrilla’ play fuelled by 80 furious women
Enraged at how the victims of Jeffrey Epstein are being forgotten, more than 80 female and non-binary writers united – to create an epic drama fusing art, activism and anger. How will it work?As th...
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‘My life is about beauty’: Julie Newmar at 92 on shocking the world as Catwoman – and caring for her son
She starred in Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, had to stoop when she danced with Fred Astaire, then became world-famous – and a gay icon – in the original Batman series. But her life behind the sc...
theguardian.com
New AI espionage powers trigger Putin camera scare
Russia paused surveillance system after killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader exposed how AI can be used on CCTV data to target enemies
ft.com
Top health official had close ties with Palantir partner at time of NHS contract
Scrutiny of Samantha Jones, permanent secretary at the Department of Health, comes amid pressure for ministers to use break clause in key contract
ft.com
Software buyout deals collapse to lowest level since pandemic after AI rout
Value of private equity software acquisitions struck in the first five months of the year tumbles to $50bn
ft.com
Santander chief Ana Botín: UK bank taxes make ‘no economic sense’
Boss of EU’s biggest bank criticises policy of singling out sector for extra levies
ft.com
Tony awards 2026: Death of a Salesman triumphs, as Lesley Manville and John Lithgow also win
Joe Mantello’s stark revival of Arthur Miller’s classic drama takes home six awards, while Ragtime and Schmigadoon! pick up musical winsTony awards 2026: red carpet looks and the best of the show –...
theguardian.com
Tech sell-off widens as South Korea index plunges
Asian markets start week sharply lower after Nasdaq’s big Friday fall
ft.com
Israel launches retaliatory air strikes on Iran
Assault tests 2-month ceasefire and follows Tehran’s earlier launch of ballistic missiles
ft.com
Strong Earthquake in Philippines Topples Buildings and Prompts Tsunami Warnings
A partially collapsed shopping plaza in General Santos City in the Philippines on Monday.
nytimes.com
Peru’s Presidential Runoff in a Dead Heat
A polling place in the province of Lima for Peru’s runoff election on Sunday between Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sánchez.
nytimes.com
Five people injured in stabbing at New York City's Penn Station
The city is currently heightening security measures before President Trump visits on Monday to watch the NBA finals.
bbc.com
How Mexican cartels turned South African farms into meth production hubs
Raids on South African farms have uncovered meth labs linked to Mexican networks, signalling a new cartel phase.
aljazeera.com
Korda wins US Women's Open...just! | World No 1 almost misses close putt for epic win!
Watch the moment Nelly Korda won a fourth major championship as she claimed the US Women's Open at Riviera Country Club with a 2ft putt on the 18th green which lipped in for the win!
skysports.com
Oil prices edge higher after strikes on Israel test ceasefire
Iran said the attacks, its first since an April ceasefire, are the start of "a full week" of strikes
bbc.com
Tony awards 2026: red carpet looks and the best of the show – in pictures
Rose Byrne, Sarah Paulson, Daniel Radcliffe, Adrien Brody and others gather to celebrate Broadway’s biggest awards night. The 79th annual Tony awards are hosted by Pink at Radio City Music Hall in...
theguardian.com
Tsunami warnings issued after 8.2 magnitude earthquake off Philippines
Officials in Indonesia, Philippines and Japan warn of tsunami waves following quake off Mindanao.
aljazeera.com
Iran and Israel trade threats after Tehran launches missiles
Iran and Israel exchanged threats after Tehran launched missiles towards Israel in response to Israeli strikes on Beirut
aljazeera.com
Chips, ships and guns: South Korea booms on AI race and global conflict
Asia’s fourth-largest economy is in a sweet spot as its biggest companies capitalise on geopolitical trends
ft.com
Iran war live: Trump urges restraint after Iranian missile attack on Israel
Escalation comes after Israel attacked Lebanon's capital, Beirut, killing at least two people and wounding 20.