'Dear, oh dear!' - Huge goalkeeping shocker gives Haaland a second goal
Erling Haaland will not have a easier goal at this World Cup as the Iraq goalkeeper Jalal Hassan is caught out by the Norway striker.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-06-16
US Open leaderboard: Latest scores from Shinnecock Hills
Latest scores from the 126th US Open, the third men's major of the year, held at Shinnecock Hills in Southampton, New York.
skysports.com
Brazilian court convicts Eduardo Bolsonaro of courting US interference
US placed tariffs on Brazilian goods and sanctioned judicial officials involved in trial of the father for coup plot.
aljazeera.com
England beat Ireland by four wickets as Sciver-Brunt retires
Watch highlights as England beat Ireland by four wickets but the victory was overshadowed by captain Nat Sciver‑Brunt retiring with calf tightness in the Women's T20 World Cup in Southampton.
bbc.com
Anthropic’s latest feud with the Trump admin may actually help it, sales data suggests
Anthropic's popularity with business users is growing so well that the latest beef with the government might actually boost it, data from Ramp suggests.
techcrunch.com
Partey loses Canadian visa appeal
A Canadian court on Tuesday dismissed an appeal by Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey after he was denied entry into the country for his team's game against Panama at the World Cup.
skysports.com
US sprinter Noah Lyles sets world best 150m time at Golden Spike meet
Lyles clocks 14.67 seconds, edges Dambile of South Africa for gold while Australian teenager Gout Gout finishes third.
aljazeera.com
'Superstar' Mbappe shows why he is the new Mr World Cup
It's been a strange season for Kylian Mbappe. Plenty of goals, no trophies and criticism from his home fans. But when the lights of the World Cup shine, nothing else matters.
skysports.com
Highlights: Mbappe stars as France beat Senegal
Kylian Mbappe scores twice as France begin their World Cup 2026 campaign with a 3-1 win over Senegal in Group I.
bbc.com
Brilliant Mbappe becomes France's top scorer in win over Senegal
Kylian Mbappe became the highest scorer in France's history as his sensational double powered Les Bleus to a 3-1 win over Senegal in their Group I World Cup opener in New Jersey.
skysports.com
England beat Ireland but Sciver-Brunt in injury scare
A major injury scare around captain Nat Sciver-Brunt overshadows England's four-wicket victory over Ireland at the T20 World Cup in Southampton.
bbc.com
Ghana’s Partey loses appeal to overturn Canadian visa refusal for World Cup
Thomas Partey will not be able to enter Canada for Ghana's first World Cup match against Panama on Wednesday.
aljazeera.com
Partey to miss Ghana game after visa appeal rejected
Thomas Partey will miss Ghana's World Cup opener after an appeal against the decision not to grant him a visa is turned down.
bbc.com
Mbappe brace fires France to 3-1 win over Senegal in World Cup 2026 opener
Mbappe becomes France's all-time top scorer with 58 goals and is two goals off record World Cup scorer Miroslav Klose.
aljazeera.com
Gregory Williams, Academic With an Uncommon Perspective on Race, Dies at 82
Gregory Williams in 2002 at the City College of New York, during his tenure as its president. He also served as dean of the law school at the Ohio State University and president of the University o...
nytimes.com
The VAR call that dumbfounded the world's best refs
France are left stunned at the decision not to award a penalty as Kylian Mbappe goes down under Sadio Mane's tackle.
bbc.com
Nijman beats Searle to claim sixth Players Championship title of season
Wessel Nijman maintained his remarkable record against Ryan Searle to clinch an extraordinary sixth Players Championship title of the season on Tuesday.
skysports.com
Roy Hattersley, Frontline Warrior of British Politics, Dies at 93
Roy Hattersley in 1985. Prime Minister Keir Starmer called Mr. Hattersley “a giant of the Labour movement.”
nytimes.com
NASA’s Webb Catches Exoplanet Getting Roasted
One well-done gas giant, coming right up! That’s the latest from researchers analyzing NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope’s observations of HD 80606 b, an exoplanet four times the mass of Jupiter wi...
nasa.gov
Argentina vs Algeria live: World Cup 2026
Follow our live build-up, with full team news coverage, ahead of our text commentary stream service.
aljazeera.com
South Korea World Cup squad at odds with media over Son Heung-min mockery
South Korean players reportedly refrain from speaking to national media outside official World Cup commitments.
aljazeera.com
Project Mbappe - the road to becoming France's record scorer
Kylian Mbappe has become France's joint record scorer, aged just 27. BBC Sport takes a closer look at how he got here.
bbc.com
England maintain winning start to T20 World Cup with victory over Ireland
England made it two wins from two to start the Women's T20 World Cup despite a curious batting display, in which Nat Sciver-Bunt retired herself out with the victory line in sight.
skysports.com
Astronaut Jessica Meir Assists With Hardware Updates for NASA’s Cold Atom Lab
Description NASA astronaut Jessica Meir inspects optical fibers while installing hardware updates to the agency’s Cold Atom Lab, or CAL, aboard the International Space Station on May 8, 2026. About...
nasa.gov
Scamanda review – the weird tale of a cancer faker who cheated her community out of thousands
This documentary about a megachurch attendee who took donations for her alleged treatment – and experienced numerous ‘miracles’ that kept her alive – is a great story. What a shame this telling isn...
theguardian.com
Iran, Ukraine dominate G7 summit
Here’s what came out of the G7 summit in France.
aljazeera.com
Iranian fans honour Minab victims at World Cup match
Iranian fans turned their World Cup match against New Zealand into a moment of remembrance, raising ‘Minab 168’ banners.
aljazeera.com
Ireland hit four boundaries in final over to set England 119 to win
Watch Ireland hit four boundaries in the final over to push their total up to 118-9 in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup at Southampton.
bbc.com
Leak Exposes Members of Peter Thiel’s Secretive ‘Dialog’ Society
More than 200 of the world's elites registered for a retreat whose agenda runs from panels on cult-building and sex to prepping for World War III. An associated app offers matchmaking.
wired.com
Ebola Outbreak Could Become Worst on Record, Africa C.D.C. Chief Warns
Treating a patient suspected of having Ebola at a at Mongbwalu, Democratic Republic of Congo, last month.
nytimes.com
Ebola outbreak in DR Congo could become worst in history, Africa CDC warns
The number of confirmed cases in the country has increased to 837, including 196 deaths.
aljazeera.com
Spurs agree £52m Van Hecke deal with Brighton
Netherlands World Cup defender Jan Paul van Hecke is set to leave Brighton for Tottenham Hotspur after the two clubs agree a £52m deal.
bbc.com
What has Iran won and lost from this war?
Iran's relationship with its Gulf neighbours, which it attacked during the war, has been damaged.
aljazeera.com
Norrie beaten at Queen's on injury return
Cameron Norrie is beaten by Alejandro Davidovich Fokina at Queen's in the Briton's first singles match since suffering a rib injury in May.
bbc.com
Snakes on a train (ing pitch)
Snakes are causing concerns for several teams at the World Cup.
bbc.com
After a Bitter Split, European Leaders Play Nice With Trump
World leaders including President Trump during a Group of 7 session on Tuesday at Évian-les-Bains, France.
nytimes.com
Merlin, the Duck in a Mexico World Cup Team Jersey, Finds Unexpected Fame
The feathered pet has waddled his way into the pantheon of famous animals associated with the soccer tournament.
nytimes.com
‘I know what you’ve been through’: FIFA president visits Iran team
FIFA President Gianni Infantino praised Iran’s players during a World Cup dressing room visit after the team’s 2-2 draw.
aljazeera.com
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine opposes death penalty, reversing past support
Support for capital punishment has steadily declined in the United States, with several states rolling back its use.
aljazeera.com
Sri Lanka stun NZ to put title defence on the brink
Watch highlights as Sri Lanka deliver a shock blow to New Zealand's hopes of defending their Women's T20 World Cup title after a shock five-wicket defeat in Southampton.
bbc.com
Werro wins again as Broeders-Bol shines on 800m debut
Audrey Werro misses the women's 800m record as two-time 400m hurdles world champion Femke Broeders-Bol impresses.
bbc.com
Qualcomm wants to be the chip inside whatever replaces your smartphone, and it just announced two products toward that end
Qualcomm's CEO said today that the company is working on over 40 new AI hardware designs
techcrunch.com
Bug in FIFA World Cup internal system gave anyone ability to modify TV stream
A security researcher said a flaw in FIFA’s online platforms allowed her to access several internal systems, including one that could have allowed her to take control of the TV stream of every Worl...
techcrunch.com
Tuchel's defensive gambles and what do they say about Alexander-Arnold?
England head coach Thomas Tuchel's high-risk defensive selection for World Cup exposed by Tino Livramento's injury as Trent Alexander-Arnold is snubbed again, says Phil McNulty.
bbc.com
Android 17 launches with new multitasking tools as Google expands Gemini features
Google has released Android 17 and Wear OS 7, introducing new multitasking features, parental controls, security tools, and smartwatch upgrades. The launch is also accompanied by a Pixel Drop that...
techcrunch.com
German broadcaster removes TV intro after Elon Musk takes legal action
ZDF TV responded to a "cease and desist" letter after the tech trillionaire condemned the broadcaster's "outrageous lies".
bbc.com
‘Dangerous’ AI Models Are Coming No Matter What
The US government crackdown on Anthropic’s Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 hides a glaring truth: AI models with advanced hacking capabilities will soon be the norm.
wired.com
Mobileye’s US robotaxi launch will put it on both sides of the AV business
The Israeli tech company and Intel subsidiary said it will launch its own robotaxi service in a U.S. city in 2027.
techcrunch.com
Rew to make England debut after replacing Smith as wicketkeeper
James Rew will make his England debut in the second Test against New Zealand after being called up to replace Jamie Smith following the birth of the wicketkeeper's second child.
skysports.com
Starmer’s waning influence is apparent at awkward G7 summit
British prime minister was left making small talk unsure if a meeting with Trump and Zelenskyy was going aheadThe wait for Keir Starmer’s first session of the G7 gathering in Évian-les-Bains was un...
theguardian.com
Nilakshi de Silva stars in commanding display against New Zealand
Watch the best moments from Nilakshi de Silva's unbeaten 54 as Sri Lanka beat New Zealand with two balls to spare in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup at Southampton.
bbc.com
England face Ireland in Women's T20 World Cup LIVE!
skysports.com
The White House’s capricious controls on Anthropic
An opaque approach to US policy risks hampering AI development
ft.com
Nimble’s New Modular Power Bank Can Be Shared With a Friend
Nimble’s thoughtfully designed SharePower is a modular power bank you can share with a friend.
wired.com
Israeli strikes kill four in southern Lebanon amid ceasefire talks
Drone attacks target vehicles in Nabatieh amid fragile ceasefire negotiations between Iran and the US.
aljazeera.com
Africa’s chances at the World Cup
There are six teams from sub-Saharan Africa to watch at this World Cup.
aljazeera.com
Amorim appointed AC Milan boss
AC Milan have appointed former Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim as their new head coach.
skysports.com
World Athletics seeks to improve pregnancy support
World Athletics launches a new project to inform and improve its policies around pregnancy and childbirth for female athletes.
bbc.com
US and Europe discuss access to AI models after Anthropic dispute
‘Trusted partner’ scheme would allow US allies to test cutting-edge models
ft.com
Ronaldo’s last dance as Portugal face DR Congo in World Cup: All to know
Team news, prediction, and lineups as Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal begin quest for maiden Cup trophy against DR Congo.
aljazeera.com
Sri Lanka shock defending champions New Zealand
Watch the moment Sri Lanka beat reigning champions New Zealand for the first time at a Women's World Cup, as Kaushani Nuthyangana's four seals a chase of 153 with two balls to spare.
bbc.com
Hundreds of cats stolen for food in Vietnam rescued by police, welfare group says
Police have arrested nine people and rescued more than 400 cats destined for slaughter, with more than 40 reunited with their owners.
bbc.com
NASA Webb, Hubble Reveal History of Relic of Milky Way’s Formation
Researchers using two of humanity’s most powerful observatories — NASA’s James Webb and Hubble Space Telescopes — have definitively shown that Terzan 5 is not a globular star cluster as it was once...
nasa.gov
Trump's Iran agreement takes center stage at G7 summit
President Trump said the next stage of negotiations with Iran should be easier than the first as he continues to tout the recent agreement between the two countries at the G7 summit in France.
npr.org
Connor recalled to England squad ahead of World Cup
England coach Brian McDermott has recalled reigning Man of Steel Jake Connor and named 10 uncapped players in a 38-man performance squad ahead of the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.
skysports.com
Self-driving tech supplier Mobileye wants to be part of the robotaxi revolution — again
The Israeli tech company and Intel subsidiary said it will launch its own robotaxi service in a U.S. city in 2027.
techcrunch.com
NZ on the brink after shock defeat by Sri Lanka
Defending champions New Zealand suffer back-to-back defeats at the Women's T20 World Cup after another woeful performance in the field.
bbc.com
EU and UK announce summit to discuss ‘reset’ in post-Brexit relations
The meeting has been delayed due to resistance over details of the youth mobility scheme allowing under-30s freedom to work and study in EuropeThe EU and the UK have announced they will hold their...
theguardian.com
Labour MP bringing back assisted dying bill urges House of Lords to finish its job
Lauren Edwards dismisses party internal concerns and criticises ‘anti-democratic’ way bill was haltedThe Labour MP Lauren Edwards who will bring the assisted dying bill back to the Commons has said...
theguardian.com
Royal Ascot day 2 preview: Superstars Daryz and Ombudsman clash
Sky Sports Racing's Sean Boyce previews a mouthwatering clash in the Prince of Wales's Stakes between Daryz and Ombudsman on day two at Royal Ascot.
skysports.com
One Climate Change Innovation: Just Look Up
To build one family’s dream house on a flood-prone Mississippi bayou, AD100 architect Tom Kundig decided the sky’s the limit.
wired.com
Trump slams Israeli attacks on Lebanon at G7 summit
US President Donald Trump slammed Israeli attacks on Lebanon at the G7 Summit.
aljazeera.com
Qatar renews mediation efforts for regional stability after US-Iran deal
Qatar says it is working to prevent a return to war, following the signing of the MoU between the US and Iran.
aljazeera.com
NASA’s Quantum Lab Aboard Space Station Gets Chilly Upgrade
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station have switched on NASA’s newly upgraded Cold Atom Lab, a one-of-a-kind facility designed to improve how scientists explore the fundamental workings...
nasa.gov
You Can Finally Buy Snap’s New AR Specs—for $2,150
Snap CEO Evan Spiegel lays out the company’s vision for its augmented-reality smart glasses, arriving later this year.
wired.com
You Can Finally Buy Snap’s New AR Specs—for $2,195
Snap CEO Evan Spiegel lays out the company’s vision for its augmented-reality smart glasses, arriving later this year.
wired.com
Sixty percent of U.S. consumers say ‘AI’ in brand messaging is a turnoff, survey finds
WordPress VIP’s latest survey suggests consumers are wary of AI-generated answers even as companies increasingly view AI search as an important referral channel.
techcrunch.com
Rew to make debut as Smith misses second Test
Jamie Smith misses England's second Test against New Zealand following the birth of his daughter, with James Rew coming into the side as a third debutant.
bbc.com
Here's what's top of mind for Colorado voters in an increasingly rare swing district
In an era of partisan gerrymandering, Colorado's 8th Congressional District remains a toss-up. Voters, many unaffiliated, have a variety of opinions on what type of candidate they want this November.
npr.org
US Open: Full R1 groupings and tee times for Shinnecock Hills
Groupings and tee times for the opening round of the 126th US Open, held at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York.
skysports.com
Post-apartheid South Africa: 50 years after Soweto riots, what has changed?
Black students braved bullets to protest the discriminatory apartheid-era education policies.
aljazeera.com
The overnight World Cup?
For fans outside North America, watching the FIFA World Cup live means late nights and early mornings.
aljazeera.com
World Cup 2026: Day five
Al Jazeera’s Rahul Pathak has your FIFA World Cup 2026 day five recap.
aljazeera.com
Best Robot Vacuum of 2026: Shark, Eufy
Tired of vacuuming? Hand the reins to a robot vacuum.
wired.com
Whistleblower says JLR told him not to record alleged fire risks in Range Rover Evoque
Carmaker denies claims by former engineer who is seeking £3.7mn in employment tribunal case
ft.com
Carragher 'unsurprised' as Trent snubbed as Livramento replacement
Jamie Carragher has admitted he 'isn't surprised' that Thomas Tuchel has called up Trevor Chalobah as Tino Livramento's World Cup replacement over Trent Alexander-Arnold.
skysports.com
England vs Croatia predictions: Tuchel's men to grind out winning start
England take on Croatia in their first game at World Cup 2026 and our betting expert Lewis Jones, aka Jones Knows, is backing the Three Lions to win by one goal and spies a Harry Kane fouls angle.
skysports.com
McIlroy raises PGA Tour schedule concerns | 'Everything worked well' before LIV
Rory McIlroy has questioned proposed new changes to the PGA Tour schedule and admits the old system was ‘pretty good’ before LIV Golf’s emergence in the men’s game.
skysports.com
Russian dissident artist shot dead in Poland
Robert Kuzovkov had recently protested at the Venice Art Biennale outside Moscow’s controversial pavilion
ft.com
Magic from Moore as Mission Central flies home in the King Charles III
Ryan Moore produced a stunning ride as Mission Central flew home late to win the King Charles III Stakes at Royal Ascot.
skysports.com
Nearly all children globally exposed to at least one climate hazard: Report
Report highlights the growing threats posed by climate change and calls for the green transition to be accelerated.
aljazeera.com
Toy Story 5 review – Pixar franchise needs new batteries
A sinister new tablet threatens the honest-to-goodness toys’ existence, but Buzz, Woody and Jessie’s big tech moral battle feels compromisedThe fifth episode of the Toy Story franchise is as slick...
theguardian.com
Israel went to war with Iran, but Netanyahu may be the loser
Critics say PM Benjamin Netanyahu's Iran war strengthened Tehran, strained US ties, and left Israel weaker.
aljazeera.com
Up to 15,000 England fans head to Dallas for World Cup opener
England fans have had a longer wait than most for their 2026 World Cup campaign to get under way. But now supporters are starting to arrive in Dallas.
bbc.com
Streeting warns against 'expensive' Labour leadership pledges
The ex-health secretary says he would not make campaign promises that he would have to later reverse.
bbc.com
A Mexican citizen died in ICE custody. Now his family is demanding answers
Jose Guadalupe Ramos is one of 19 people who have died in ICE detention this year. Experts say he's part of a trend.
aljazeera.com
Optics of peace first, details later: The US-Iran 60-day challenge
Negotiators have yet to hold talks on key issues that have plagued US-Iran diplomacy for decades, say analysts.
aljazeera.com
Trump’s History at G7 Summits: Strained Ties and Early Exits
President Trump at the official welcome ceremony of the Group of 7 summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, in 2025.
nytimes.com
Payments startup Flutterwave hits $3.2B valuation, backed by Ripple
African payments infrastructure company Flutterwave has hit a new valuation and landed blockchain company Ripple as investor and partner.
techcrunch.com
Starmer carries on regardless as G7 leaders ponder question of leaving gift | John Crace
‘I am going to fight on,’ said the PM. Perhaps his delusion was more deep-rooted than the others had fearedShortly before he arrived in Évian at the beginning of the week, Emmanuel Macron set up a...
theguardian.com
New Coral Study Identifies Areas Where Reefs Are Hanging On
New research has identified areas around the world where cooler currents and other favorable conditions are helping to protect coral from the worst effects of global warming.
nytimes.com
Tehran selling deal with US as victory – but for Iranians it was necessity
For many Iranians, the question is not whether the deal means victory, but whether it lowers prices and reduces fear of another war.
bbc.com
U.S. Has ‘Nothing to Do’ with Ukraine War, Trump Says at G7 Summit
President Trump at the G7 Summit in Evian-les-Bains, France.
nytimes.com
France vs Senegal live: World Cup 2026
Follow the build-up, analysis and live text commentary as France take on Senegal in a Group I clash in New Jersey.
aljazeera.com
Around the World, These Building Solutions Keep Things Local
Designers are finding sustainable building solves close to home—in ancient practices and cutting-edge innovations alike.
wired.com
Farage’s plan for equal pay legislation may cost female workers money, say unions
General secretary of TUC calls Reform proposal ‘a smokescreen for slashing women’s rights’UK politics live – latest updatesA law proposed by Nigel Farage to “strengthen women’s rights” could cost f...
theguardian.com
NASA Uses Machine Learning to Enhance Flash Flood Warnings
The Transient Artifact and Continuous Learning System (TACLS) leverages data from continuously operating satellite networks coupled with machine learning models to help meteorologists at the Nation...
nasa.gov
With Israel unleashed, there can be no peace in the Middle East
The US has long extended unconditional support for Israeli aggression. Now, it struggles to rein it in.
aljazeera.com
Labour activist admits vote rigging offence
Gabriel Leroy, a former councillor in Southend, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit an offence under the Criminal Law Act and the Computer Misuse Act.
bbc.com
McLaren launch appeal against Gasly penalty reverse
McLaren lodge an appeal against the decision to overturn Alpine driver Pierre Gasly's pit-lane speeding penalty at the Monaco Grand Prix.
bbc.com
Just's rise from Austrian second tier to World Cup breakout star
BBC Scotland charts a rapid rise that has taken the Motherwell attacking midfielder from second-division football to the game's grandest stage.
bbc.com
Verizon Simplicity, Verizon Shine, and Verizon Dollars: What You Need to Know
Verizon introduced a new plan that costs $45 per month, revamped rewards programs, and more today.
wired.com
DOJ claims xAI’s unpermitted gas turbines are a matter of ‘national, economic, and energy security’
The Justice department says the Pentagon needs xAI to keep using its unpermitted gas turbines.
techcrunch.com
In Praise of a Dumb House
Tech has been encroaching on the family domicile for years—but actor, writer, and satirist Jill Kargman is all in on analog.
wired.com
Connor returns in McDermott's first England squad
England coach Brian McDermott picks 10 uncapped players in an expanded 38-man squad before this year's World Cup - and recalls Man of Steel Jake Connor.
bbc.com
Everything Game of Thrones did, HBO series Rome did better – including not fumbling the finale
The short-lived series had blood, guts, sex and epic stakes. It also had a ride or die friendship in a pair of foot soldiersA sprawling cast of richly flawed heroes. Epic stakes. Elaborate sets. A...
theguardian.com
Plaud says its software business topped $100M in ARR after shipping over 2M AI notetakers
Plaud is trying to make a mark in a crowded market full of AI-powered meeting notetakers.
techcrunch.com
UK-EU summit set for July 22
Starmer seeks to flesh out plan for closer bilateral ties despite questions over his future as prime minister
ft.com
10 Designers Share the Trends Defining Dwellings of Tomorrow
From friend compounds and meditation spaces to shaded outdoor areas and rooms just to make coffee, homes are getting even more multipurpose.
wired.com
Robinhood’s note on 10% layoffs shows blaming AI isn’t cutting it
Unlike many of his tech industry peers who have cut thousands of jobs citing the need to restructure to make the most of AI, Robinhood's CEO Vlad Tenev conspicuously made no mention of AI in his n...
techcrunch.com
Tan converts £42m of Cardiff debt into equity
Vincent Tan converts £42m of Cardiff City's debt to him into equity, nearly halving the amount the club owes to its majority shareholder.
bbc.com
France's oldest female detainee, 79, goes on trial for in-law's grisly murder
A dismembered body found in a chain-bound trunk in the Seine in 1995 was only recently connected to the defendant by DNA evidence.
bbc.com
Wombles set to return after 27 years as IP deal opens door to comeback
Litter-picking creatures emerge from underground for global franchise targeting nostalgic adults and gen AlphaMove over Paddington Bear. After almost 30 years off screen, the Wombles – the furry, l...
theguardian.com
McLaren appeal Monaco GP result with concerns over 'sporting fairness'
McLaren have appealed the Monaco Grand Prix result after Alpine driver Pierre Gasly was reinstated to the podium.
skysports.com
Department of Health and Human Services Digital Stockpile & Manufacturing Response Network Challenge
NASA’s Center of Excellence for Collaborative Innovation (CoECI) assists in the use of crowdsourcing across the federal government. CoECI’s NASA Tournament Lab offers the contract capability to run...
nasa.gov
The Death of the Starter Home
Buying a first house used to mark entry into adulthood—and the beginning of wealth-building. But a shifting economic landscape is threatening to close the door on this American milestone.
wired.com
Judi Dench to have London’s Shaftesbury theatre renamed after her
James Bond actor, who is only the second non-royal woman to be celebrated in this way, called the honour ‘truly overwhelming’Dame Judi Dench is to have a West End theatre renamed after her, becomin...
theguardian.com
Gaza’s football fans follow World Cup matches despite hardships
Gaza’s football fans follow World Cup matches despite hardships.
aljazeera.com
What's next for Curtis Jones as Inter Milan step up their interest?
As Inter Milan step up their interest in Curtis Jones, a look at the decision facing Liverpool and Jones, whose contract expires next summer
bbc.com
Aurora Australis
The aurora australis arcs over Earth during an active solar event in this photograph taken on June 5, 2026, from the International Space Station as it orbited 271 miles above the Indian Ocean south...
nasa.gov
Record draws and Europe's slow start - is the World Cup lacking jeopardy?
Seven of the 10 European teams to have played at the World Cup so far have failed to win - is heat the issue?
bbc.com
Lack of World Cup segregation a risk - fans' chief
The head of fan group Football Supporters Europe says a lack of fan segregation at the 2026 World Cup shows Fifa has "lost control of their ticketing".
bbc.com
Fanalysis tournament mode now LIVE!
Download the Fanalysis app to have your say on your nation this summer at the World Cup.
skysports.com
Iran War Live Updates: U.S. and Iran Look Ahead to Next Round of Talks
Iran’s foreign minister said that new negotiations with the United States would start immediately after their preliminary deal is signed on Friday. President Trump said he hoped the conflict would...
nytimes.com
Brazil police arrest bungee jumping operators after woman dies
A woman in Brazil died after bungee jumping operators failed to attach her cord before a jump from a 40-metre bridge.
aljazeera.com
‘It’s supposed to make you uncomfortable’: French artist JR on transforming Paris’ oldest bridge into a cave
‘France’s Banksy’ has created a monumental art installation over the Seine. And visitors to La Caverne du Pont Neuf are in for an uncomfortable and unforgettable crossingWith the backdrop of the Ei...
theguardian.com
‘Justice prevailed’: Is the Netherlands shifting its stance on Israel?
A court case, a Eurovision boycott and Gaza polling prompt Dutch debate over Palestine and Israel ties.
aljazeera.com
US visa rules leave Senegal’s World Cup fans behind
US visa rules leave Senegal’s World Cup fans behind
aljazeera.com
Live Updates: Ukraine and Middle East Are Focus as Group of 7 Leaders Meet
After the U.S. reached a preliminary deal with Iran, the mood seemed lighter than had been expected. President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine was hoping to shift leaders’ attention to the war with R...
nytimes.com
Refugee groups condemn Tory plan to remove judges from asylum appeals
Conservatives accused of attack on ‘crucial safeguards’ and of fostering ‘climate of hostility’ towards judiciaryRefugee groups and lawyers have described Conservative proposals to strip judges of...
theguardian.com
The Homecoming of Joseph Grace review – poignant story of a life unmoored by war and exile
Marina Market, CorkMichael Glenn Murphy is the accidental soldier and reluctant revolutionary reckoning with his past in Deirdre Kinahan’s touching drama of regret and returnA ferry terminal in ste...
theguardian.com
‘At first, the idea does sound crazy’: meet the scientists trying to refreeze the Arctic
Sea ice is melting fast, worsening the climate crisis, but a bold attempt to rethicken it is showing early signs of success ‘This would have been a wild dream a year ago,” says Andrea Ceccolini, st...
theguardian.com
What Do We Need From Our Homes Right Now?
The global editorial directors of WIRED and Architectural Digest on teaming up to help you understand how we live today, and what comes next.
wired.com
Need a New Lamp? Here Are 7 Bright Ideas
These clever lights—each one an exemplar of innovation in materials, design, and function—will beautify your home.
wired.com
Traditional Home Insurance Is Collapsing. Here’s What Could Fill the Gap
A new, AI-assisted model of insurance is quietly exploding in disaster-prone areas—and may be coming for FEMA too. Is it the answer to climate change, or a trap?
wired.com
My Father Wants to Age in Place. AI Will Be Watching
Devices that monitor seniors for safety are appealing to worried loved ones and underresourced home care agencies.
wired.com
What Do Americans Spend on Housing?
WIRED surveyed readers on their housing costs. The answers paint a stark portrait of unaffordability, climate adaptation, and the death of the homeowner dream.
wired.com
Designing the Dream House of an 87-Year-Old Tech Visionary
An icon of Silicon Valley’s counterculture, Stewart Brand is confronting his final years in a home that embodies the self-sufficient, DIY ethos of his famous Whole Earth Catalog.
wired.com
What Do Americans Spend on Housing?
WIRED surveyed readers on their housing costs. The answers paint a stark portrait of unaffordability, climate adaptation, and the death of the homeowner dream.
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Irish cricket stadium 'on track' for World Cup
Ireland's new cricket stadium will be be ready to stage games at the 2030 men's T20 World Cup, says Cricket Ireland chief executive Sarah Keane.
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Iran coach says team ‘oppressed’ by travel chaos after World Cup NZ draw
Amir Ghalenoei made the comment after Iran were forced to leave the US for their Mexico base after their opening match.
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Starmer denies being snubbed by Trump at G7 summit
PM did not have bilateral meeting with US leader but says pair had ‘very productive’ conversations in group sessionsEurope live – latest updatesKeir Starmer has denied being snubbed by Donald Trump...
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Sean Penn to direct January 6 drama with Bradley Cooper set to star
Oscar-winning actor to write and direct fact-based movie that will follow a police officer mixed up in 2021 Capitol riotSean Penn will direct a new film about the January 6 riot set to star Bradley...
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England's Galligan returns to Quins from Saracens
Women's World Cup-winning England lock Rosie Galligan will leave Saracens to rejoin Harlequins at the end of the season.
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‘Don DeLillo gave me his blessing’: film director Ben Rivers on how fan mail from the Underworld author led to his latest work
When Rivers received a surprise letter from DeLillo, it encouraged him to set the author’s one-act play in an adult-free, postapocalyptic worldNine-year-old girls reciting the gnomic prose of Don D...
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Israeli court rules to keep prominent Palestinian doctor in detention
The Palestinian doctor demanded his release last week after months of imprisonment and visible signs of torture.
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Europe Union Lawmakers Approve Much-Delayed Trade Deal With U.S.
The European Parliament voted on a trade deal between the United States and the European Union in Strasbourg, France, on Tuesday.
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Tactical voting by Greens and Lib Dems could be key to Labour victory in Makerfield
Left-leaning voters more willing to back Andy Burnham than Restore supporters are to vote ReformUK politics live – latest updatesTactical voting could be fundamental to a Labour victory in Makerfie...
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From the pain of apartheid to luscious beauty: 10 of the best recordings by jazz legend Abdullah Ibrahim
The pianist and bandleader, who has died aged 91, had an inimitable style where bright, guileless melody met a fearless improvisational impulse• South African jazz pianist Abdullah Ibrahim dies age...
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Probably raises $9M to build a more reliable kind of AI
Probably wants to prevent hallucinations and factual errors from reaching users, and achieve accuracy on par with deterministic systems.
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Kazuo Ishiguro announces 1930s spy caper to be published next year
Miss Lambert Steps Aboard Danger is the first novel from the Nobel laureate since 2021’s Klara and the Sun and draws on the author’s love of music, art and Golden Age cinemaA new novel by Nobel lau...
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Geneva to host Iran-US deal event: What other pacts have been signed there?
Geneva is widely recognised as the 'Peace Capital' of the world.
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Who Are the Leaders at the G7 Summit in France?
Leaders meeting during the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, in France, on Tuesday.
nytimes.com
Who are the key figures around Andy Burnham and how could they fit in government?
With Burnham predicted to win Makerfield byelection, talk is turning to who would join him if he replaced Keir StarmerUK politics live – latest updatesAndy Burnham looks on the brink of returning t...
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Livramento out of World Cup, replaced by Chalobah
England’s World Cup campaign has suffered an early setback as Tino Livramento's tournament is over after suffering a hamstring injury, with Trevoh Chalobah to replace him.
skysports.com
Starmer vows to fight for his job if leadership challenge launched
Prime minister’s pledge comes as Labour and Reform UK insiders claim Andy Burnham faces ‘tight’ by-election race
ft.com
‘My hair extensions caught fire in a shootout!’ Dolph Lundgren on playing He-Man in Masters of the Universe
‘The studio wanted me to wear less. They wanted to see my muscles. But we were shooting outdoors in winter – and I had to put Vaseline on to keep my body heat in’Cannon Films had the rights to Mast...
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Swedish man jailed for four years for coercing wife into sex with 120 men
The 61-year-old was found to have coerced his wife into sexual acts with men he found online in exchange for payment.
bbc.com
Hungary's MPs block return of Orbán, limiting rule of PM to eight years
The vote fulfils a promise by new PM Péter Magyar to stop his predecessor from becoming prime minister again.
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Makerfield voters are giving Burnham the benefit of the doubt. If he fails, the consequences will be grave | Owen Jones
Winning this byelection wouldn’t make Reform disappear. Would Burnham really have the courage needed to see them off in No 10?‘Well, good,” says a middle-aged woman outside Boots about the prospect...
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‘What an adventure Broadway will be!’ Paddington musical packs suitcase for New York
Hugely successful London show to open in the US, with performances beginning in MarchMarmalade bagels at the ready: London’s Paddington Bear musical is to open on Broadway next spring. The phenomen...
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Red Cross warns Ebola outbreak in DRC not yet peaked, could last a year
The Red Cross says it is 'very difficult' to know the extent at which the epidemic is spreading.
aljazeera.com
India blocks Telegram until Monday due to student exam fraud concerns
A viral youth satirical protest movement, the Cockroach Janta Party, has emerged following exam cancellations last month
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Families return to shattered towns as fragile ceasefire holds in Lebanon
Southern Lebanon’s displaced face dire conditions as they return to salvaged belongings amid ceasefire uncertainties.
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‘Wow, it really worked!’: the 70s TV show that’s causing worldwide panic – 50 years later
When UK mockumentary Alternative 3 tried to spook viewers that scientists were vanishing as part of a sinister space plot it succeeded. Today, the resulting conspiracy theory has even seen Trump’s...
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Suffragettes to Palestine Action: A history of direct-action protest in UK
Analysts say Britain is responding to civil disobedience with unprecedented severity.
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Palestine Action ban will be overturned, group’s co-founder vows
Speaking after appeal court ruled ban lawful, Huda Ammori says fight will be won in the courts or ‘on the streets’The co-founder of Palestine Action has said the battle to overturn the terrorism ba...
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Why Ronaldo's last World Cup chance with Portugal could be his best
The nation with the most representatives in Paris Saint-Germain’s starting line-up for the 2026 Champions League final were Portugal, just as they had been when Luis Enrique’s team won...
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DR Congo's Tuanzebe: I'm not a politician but we can change the world with football
DR Congo are preparing for their first World Cup in over half a century, while a war is going on back home.
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Livramento's World Cup in doubt after injury blow
England defender Tino Livramento could miss England's World Cup campaign after suffering a fresh injury on the eve of the Three Lions' tournament opener.
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Messi, Argentina begin World Cup title defence against Algeria: All to know
Superstar Lionel Messi is back for a sixth World Cup and leads Argentina into their group match debut against Algeria.
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‘We weren’t allowed to meet Oasis!’: Japanese punk band Otoboke Beaver on fun, feminism and famous fans
Dave Grohl spread the word about the ferociously funny quartet and now they’re supporting Foo Fighters in stadiums. Just make sure you switch off your phone’s flash if you go to their gigs …They sa...
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I spent an evening with fans of Lotus Eaters – the hit podcast shaping Britain’s new far-right culture | Oliver Haynes
At a sold-out show in its home town, Swindon, all the bombast and conviction driving this Restore-linked outlet was there to seeIf I asked you to name a popular politics podcast, what would you thi...
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SpaceX to acquire Cursor for $60B in stock, days after blockbuster IPO
The deal is supposed to help SpaceX's struggling AI division. The company told IPO investors it sees a $26 trillion addressable market in AI.
techcrunch.com
Iran’s government thinks it has won the war
The Islamic republic faced devastating losses during the conflict, but the regime has gained in confidence
ft.com
Who Are the G7 Countries and What Is the G7 Summit?
President Trump at the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, on Monday.
nytimes.com
Stag-do drag to World Cup - the rise of Scotland's other national anthem
From stag-do drag to Fenway Park, how did a 1970s disco hit become the soundtrack of the Tartan Army?
bbc.com
Root speaks before England's second Test vs New Zealand LIVE!
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Russell Crowe says Gladiator II failed because ‘it didn’t have a moral core’
The star added that the original film appealed to a female audience ‘because it’s not about revenge, it is about vengeance’ – and because it didn’t have a gratuitous sex sceneRussell Crowe has said...
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‘The developers got greedy’: the women who took on the leasehold scandal – and won
Katie Kendrick, Cath Williams and Jo Darbyshire were subject to tens of thousands of pounds of hidden costs as their new-build freeholds soared in value, making their homes unsellable. Their campai...
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Threads adds new personalization and community features as it reaches 500M monthly users
The Meta-owned social platform announced a series of new features launching today, including a "Your Algo" tool that lets users control what they see in their feeds
techcrunch.com
ChatGPT’s market share slips below 50% for first time
The chatbot still remains the most popular AI assistant worldwide with over 1.1 billion monthly users, followed by Gemini with 662 million and Claude with 245 million.
techcrunch.com
SpaceX shares extend blistering rally
Banks exercise option to sell more shares amid strong demand for AI, rocket and satellite company
ft.com
Ghana challenges Partey's visa denial in court
Ghana's government files for a review of Canada's refusal to grant midfielder Thomas Partey a visa, with the case due to be heard by a Canadian court.
bbc.com
Rovers fans 'immensely proud' of Cape Verde hero Lopes
The performance of Cape Verde defender Roberto 'Pico' Lopes in their heroic World Cup draw against heavyweights Spain evoked pride in supporters of his club, League of Ireland side Shamrock Rovers.
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Japan tries to put China’s aggressive trade policies on the G7 agenda.
President Emmanuel Macron of France, center, and his wife greet Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of Japan during the Group of 7 Summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, on Monday.
nytimes.com
New study explores potential cross-species spread of chronic wasting disease
A new study found that chronic wasting disease can sometimes spread silently, with infectious prions present even in animals that show no symptoms. While there is no confirmed human risk, researche...
sciencedaily.com
China offers staunch support to Myanmar president during his state visit
The two countries sign 18 cooperation deals, including on free trade and assistance in the event of natural disasters.
aljazeera.com
‘This will be timeless’: what art can we expect from Chicago’s $850m Obama Presidential Center?
Original works by 30 artists have been commissioned by the Obamas alongside vital pieces of memorabilia for visitors to appreciateIt is a tale of two presidents. On 14 June Donald Trump celebrated...
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Thirst review – member-dismembering Icelandic gore fest rips it up in trashy 80s style
A 1,000-year-old vampire obsessed with removing men’s genitals is the main storyline in this body horror, filmed in trashy 1980s synth-heavy styleWibbling willies! This gore fest from Iceland start...
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Why is retaining the World Cup so hard? Messi’s Argentina out to buck trend
Argentina are out to make history this summer and become the first nation to retain the World Cup on a different continent. No team has done it anywhere since Brazil in 1962. Achieving it would cap...
skysports.com
Streamer IShowSpeed Is Gen Z’s ESPN
At 21, Speed has pushed the limits of streaming by transforming a distinctly solo format into a global group chat. His song for this year’s World Cup is becoming the tournament’s unofficial anthem.
wired.com
Hold to This Earth review – an explosion of anger as Indigenous America shakes up Yorkshire
Yorkshire Sculpture ParkNeons and videos mix with weaving and beadwork to address subjects as diverse as stolen land, ancestral traditions and queer identity. But the self-made nude steals the show...
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World Cup: Can Senegal stun France again? Predictions, schedule on Day 6
France take on Senegal in a repeat of their famous 2002 opener while Messi's Argentina face Algeria in Kansas City.
aljazeera.com
Swans to make Palace's Stevens sporting director
Swansea City are set to appoint Crystal Palace assistant sporting director Ben Stevens as their new sporting director.
bbc.com
‘Pretty Crazy’ Token Usage Is Testing Bosses’ Bet on AI
A Silicon Valley software maker and an ecommerce company reveal to WIRED how they are navigating the emerging challenge of “tokenomics.”
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India temporarily bans Telegram over exam paper leak concerns
The NEET exam had earlier been scrapped over allegations of a paper leak, sparking massive protests.
bbc.com
Iran says Israeli occupation in Lebanon would breach US deal
Iran says any continued Israeli occupation in Lebanon would be a breach of the Memorandum of Understanding with the US.
aljazeera.com
G7 leaders meet in France with Iran and Ukraine high on agenda
French President Emmanuel Macron said Tuesday’s lunch summit would focus on reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
aljazeera.com
Nigerian army frees widow of ex-general who died in captivity
Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar and his wife Amina were abducted in north-west Nigeria at the end of last month.
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Iran fans react to team’s first World Cup match amid political schisms
Iran fans react to team’s first World Cup match amid political schisms
aljazeera.com
Rope Jumper Falls to Her Death After Operators Fail to Secure Harness
The Ponte do Esqueleto, or Skeleton Bridge, a popular spot for rope jumping about 100 miles northwest of São Paulo, Brazil.
nytimes.com
The Iran War Permanently Altered the Global Economy
Fishermen repairing a boat in the port of Tyre in southern Lebanon. The war with Iran has shaken trust in the Middle East’s peace, stability and prosperity.
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‘Sadly, things are worse,’ says sister of MP Jo Cox 10 years after her murder
Kim Leadbeater, now an MP, and fellow politicians fear that ‘kinder, gentler politics’ after Cox’s death was an illusionTen years on from Jo Cox’s murder, Kim Leadbeater fears that the consensus ar...
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‘David Bowie was a crazy workaholic’: Labyrinth at 40 – an oral history
Today, Jim Henson’s dark fairytale is seen as a classic of 80s high camp. But on release, it bombed. Here, members of the cast and crew remember laughter, tricky puppets and Henson’s ‘joyful magic’...
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Gunter's Euro 2028 challenge to U19 finals squad
Head coach Chris Gunter says the Uefa Under-19 Championship is an opportunity for Wales' players to showcase their talents with Euro 2028 two years away.
bbc.com
What to know about this week’s US primary elections
Primaries are set to take place in Alabama, California, Oklahoma, Georgia, and the capital, Washington, DC, on Tuesday.
aljazeera.com
Football fans celebrate the World Cup across continents and cultures
Fans in jerseys and painted faces gather to watch World Cup matches, celebrating unity and rivalry alike.
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‘Streaming gave me a space to be myself’: Twitch creators on what it’s like to grow up on the platform
The world’s most successful gamer content creators, many of whom have spent their entire adult life on the platform, have met up at TwitchCon in RotterdamAimee Davies, better known as Aimsey to the...
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Palestine weekly wrap: World sanctions settlers, Israel funds settlements
Amnesty calls West Bank ethnic cleansing 'state-sponsored' and international allies bar Finance Minister Smotrich.
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‘My voice is being heard’: A month of India’s Cockroach Janta Party
Satirical party launches nationwide Gen Z protest to demand federal education minister's removal over exam paper leaks.
aljazeera.com
Iran war day 109: Tehran, Washington, sign MoU electronically
Iran’s National Security Council said on Monday that the deal ends fighting on all fronts, including in Lebanon.
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The Uses of Utopia by Joad Raymond Wren review – can the ideal society ever exist?
This fascinating intellectual history of imagined paradises takes us from Thomas More to Ursula K Le GuinBy definition, utopia cannot exist. In 1516, educated readers of Thomas More’s Utopia would...
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Girlfriends review – love and growing pains in queer coming-of-age tale that goes from Hong Kong to Taiwan
A trio of actors play one woman from high school to her mid-30s in Tracy Choi’s thoughtful romantic drama It can stretch credibility a little when an actor plays the same character over a long time...
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Iran coach hits out at treatment of 'most oppressed team' at World Cup
Iran have hit out at their treatment in the United States, with their head coach Amir Ghalenoei saying his team are the "most oppressed" at the World Cup.
skysports.com
Japan’s central bank raises interest rates to highest level since 1995
Bank of Japan hikes benchmark rate to 1 percent, continuing shift away from decades of ultra-low borrowing costs.
aljazeera.com
Anti-Burnham fake news on Makerfield Facebook accounts has surged, report finds – UK politics live
Nearly one in six pieces of news shared in local Facebook groups during the campaign is false, Social Market Foundation report findsGood morning. Andy Burnham seems to be on course to win the Maker...
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'Dancing girl' with bare torso restored in Indian textbook after backlash
A picture in a new school textbook had covered up the naked torso of the famous figurine with dark shading.
bbc.com
Thames Water nationalisation moves closer as government ‘objects to rescue deal’
Environment secretary reportedly raised concerns that customers would face ‘undue burden’ from £10bn planThames Water should be nationalised, says BurnhamBusiness live – latest updatesThe UK enviro...
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'Not a model' - Bielsa refuses to engage with World Cup photoshoot
Uruguay and former Leeds coach Marcelo Bielsa defends his stony-faced appearance in the official World Cup photoshoot.
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Mamdani’s pied-à-terre tax isn’t far off Labour’s housing policy. Not that you’ll ever hear Starmer say it | Anna Minton
The UK has its own progressive policies such as the second home and ‘mansion’ taxes. So why isn’t the PM shouting it from the rooftops?In April, to mark the day on which Americans are expected to f...
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Spanish households save €10 a month thanks to renewables expansion, report finds
Thinktank says decoupling electricity from gas prices has also helped shield Spain from hikes caused by Iran warSpanish households save €10 a month on electricity bills because of wind turbines and...
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Malaysia’s AI agent-powered messaging app Respond.io raises $62.5M, eyes acquisitions
Respond.io, one of Malaysia startups to watch, uses AI agents to handle high volumes of customer inquiries and charges per convo, not per seat.
techcrunch.com
Meet the Iraq player set to make history for Pakistan
Zidane Iqbal, a former Manchester United player, will make history when he plays for Iraq this summer, becoming the first player of Pakistani heritage to feature at a men's World Cup.
bbc.com
Tunisia sack Lamouchi just one game into World Cup
Tunisia sack head coach Sabrei Lamouchi after their 5-1 defeat by Sweden in their World Cup opener.
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Israeli ambassador to U.S. says Israel is 'not going to withdraw from South Lebanon'
NPR's Steve Inskeep asks Israel's ambassador to the U.S. Michael Leiter about the peace deal the Trump administration says it's made with Iran.
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Football upstages politics as Iranians rally behind their team at World Cup
In opener against New Zealand in Los Angeles, Iran's Team Melli gets cheers from thousands of anti-regime supporters.
aljazeera.com
What does the future hold for Rashford?
Barcelona decided not to trigger the option that would have allowed them to sign Marcus Rashford for £26m, so what does the future hold for the England World Cup star?
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The bat that weighs the same as a teaspoon of salt – and the biologist who rediscovered it
The short-tailed roundleaf bat was feared extinct until scientist Iroro Tanshi found one in Afi sanctuary in Nigeria, and set out to protect the only confirmed roosting colonyJust after sunrise, a...
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Unsure about Disclosure Day? You are not alone
Audiences have propelled Spielberg’s alien thriller to the top of the box office. Yet some exiting the cinema appear to believe this sappy extravaganza is not the director’s finest hourA sage perso...
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AI could help win ‘race against extinction’ of vital plants, say botanists
Tech is helping to identify and save new specimens and could open ‘genomic goldmine’ of fungi dataThe rise of AI and digitisation could be a turning point in the “race against extinction” faced by...
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Free as a bird: the Mexicans redefining gender – in pictures
From gymnasts in kitten heels to lovers stalked by a devil, Pieter Henket’s dazzling portrait series, Birds of Mexico City, can feel like being in ‘a museum where the art comes alive’ Continue read...
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Nightwatchers review – desperate struggle of migrant crisis under surface of picture-postcard ski resort
Juliette de Marcillac’s documentary follows the volunteers helping those crossing the French Italian border and shines a light on the the hypocrisies underpinning the treatment of asylum seekersWit...
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Mail on Sunday attacks Restore as split right creates headache for UK papers
Some titles that once backed the Tories now ‘flirting with Farage’ as they try to gauge where readers standIt was a Mail on Sunday headline with all the ferocity usually reserved for general electi...
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From cool Marseille to a photo-feast in Arles – an art trail through Provence
The French cities of Marseille, Aix, Avignon and Arles boast a wealth of museums and festivals showing work by contemporary artists. Here’s how to make the most of a dazzling cultural summerMy wife...
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Natural Disaster by Lisa Owens review – the last day of maternity leave is a comic rollercoaster
Parenting is represented in all its hilarious, moving and truthfully plodding detail, in the story of a mother and her two little boysThe last day of maternity leave, and an unnamed mother of two d...
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Qobuz Is the Anti-Spotify Music Streamer You’ve Been Waiting For
With its music focus, no-AI content policy, and larger artist royalties, the hi-res streaming service is scooping up all sorts of switchers.
wired.com
Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 9
Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?
bbc.com
Sister of Jo Cox urges 'common ground' 10 years after her murder
Spen Valley MP Kim Leadbeater reflects a decade after her sister was murdered in Birstall.
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Why Kante is still crucial for France - Giroud
France's World Cup winner Olivier Giroud explains why N'Golo Kante is still an important part of Didier Deschamps' squad, eight years after planning to retire from international football.
bbc.com
‘Unbelievable’ waste and inefficiency at MoD, says ex-defence minister Al Carns
Exclusive: Carns, who quit last week, says he was angered by unwillingness to confront sunk costs of legacy programmesThere is “unbelievable” waste and inefficiency at the Ministry of Defence (MoD)...
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Glasgow's new American football team folds after two games
One former player has told of playing on uneven artificial turf and confusion over a trip to the US.
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Division in UK probably worse now than in run-up to Brexit, says Kim Leadbeater
Labour MP warns of voices fanning hatred on eve of 10th anniversary of the murder of her sister, the MP Jo CoxPolitical hatred and division in the UK is probably worse now than during the Brexit re...
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Half of world’s children exposed to at least three climate hazards, Unicef says
Almost every child, including those from high-income countries, is now exposed to at least one hazardHalf of the world’s children are exposed to at least three overlapping climate hazards threateni...
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The old ‘warfare v welfare’ arguments are back – but it’s Britain’s real duty to spend on both | Frances Ryan
While we need protecting from foreign enemies, slashing benefits in favour of defence will make millions less, not more, safeAs the row over the military budget grows, Keir Starmer has spent much o...
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Hungryroot Coupon Codes: 30% Off This June
Get up to 30% off your first order and free gifts using a Hungryroot promo code today. Discover our best coupons and discounts to let you save on your healthy groceries as a new or returning customer.
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Govee Discount Codes and Deals: 30% Off
New to Govee? Get a $5 coupon on your first purchase just for signing up.
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Voting officials fear DHS may actually be a threat to elections this year
Voting officials worry that the Department of Homeland Security will not be a partner helping to secure elections, but rather a threat seeking to undermine results that President Trump dislikes.
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What to know about Tuesday's primary elections
Another Tuesday brings another set of primary elections, highlighted by runoffs for U.S. Senate and Georgia's gubernatorial race.
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D.C. voters head to the polls for high-stakes mayoral primary
Voters in D.C. are heading to the polls Tuesday for a pivotal mayoral primary. The winner will be favored in November and will have to navigate President Trump's focus on the city's affairs.
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Why Team Iran Is in a Tough Spot at the World Cup
Protesters outside of SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif., on Monday.
nytimes.com
Iran draw 2-2 with New Zealand in politically charged World Cup match
Elijah Just scored both of New Zealand's goals in either half; Rezaeian and Mohebbi levelled for Iran in Group G game.
aljazeera.com
Iran v Iran in the stands as politics and football intertwine
The Iranian team may want to unite people but what the game with New Zealand revealed is just how divided many Iranians remain, writes BBC North America correspondent Shaimaa Khalil.
bbc.com
Country diary: A revelation among the ‘clints and grikes’ of my limestone seat | Mark Cocker
Wharfedale, Yorkshire: On the trail of a wood warbler, I find a suite of woodland plants rising up from a fascinating land formation – limestone pavementGrass Wood is a magnificent fragment of anci...
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Iranian-Americans protest against Iran team at World Cup
The BBC’s Shaimaa Khalil was outside the Iran v New Zealand opening round match as protesters called for an end to Tehran’s clerical regime.
bbc.com
Iran fight back twice to rescue thrilling draw against New Zealand
Iran put their turbulent build-up to the World Cup behind them as they fought back twice to secure a 2-2 draw with New Zeland in what was the game of the tournament so far.
skysports.com
Alien messages may have reached Earth without us realizing it
A new SETI study suggests we may be overlooking alien signals not because they aren't there, but because their own stars are scrambling them before they escape into space. Turbulent plasma and powe...
sciencedaily.com
Naval Mines Could Still Stymie Gulf Shipping After War
Vessels trapped in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman.
nytimes.com
Labour MPs doubt EHRC guidance on court’s biological sex ruling is workable
Exclusive: Commons motion calls for code of practice to be blocked amid concerns over impact on transgender peopleA number of Labour MPs are increasingly doubtful that the guidance on how organisat...
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Wannabe despot, dashing diplomat or boring back-office swot? Greece’s founding father divides opinion
He built modern Greece from the ground up, but Ioannis Kapodistrias remains a controversial figure. A new biopic throws light on this overlooked titan of European history On a hilltop in central Co...
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The human brain is not a machine
This common comparison invites us to see ourselves as sub-optimal alternatives to AI agents
ft.com
Burnham plans to give Starmer ‘space’ to resign after by-election, say allies
Colleagues of Manchester mayor hope for orderly transition of power
ft.com
Europe’s AI champion Mistral vulnerable to Russian disinformation, study finds
Open-source generative models are worse at removing false news than others, according to Estonian researchers
ft.com
Private equity bosses warn of AI threat to bets on law and accountancy
Buyout groups that have invested heavily in professional services face disruption from developing technology
ft.com
The price of risk is falling in a more dangerous world
Capital is pouring into insurance because of high returns and low volatility. But some professionals are worried about mispricing
ft.com
HR must manage AI bots as well as humans, says Accenture executive
Matt Prebble says businesses will be forced to rethink leadership models
ft.com
Trust in news hits a new low, research suggests
The Reuters Institute records its lowest trust figures since the annual research began in 2015.
bbc.com
Just scores double but New Zealand held by Iran in entertaining game
Iran twice come from behind to draw 2-2 with New Zealand at the Los Angeles Stadium in their Group G encounter.
bbc.com
Japan raises interest rate to highest since 1995
The Bank of Japan has been raising rates from near-zero since 2024.
bbc.com
DOJ Lawyers Argue xAI Is ‘Vital’ for National Security in NAACP Lawsuit
In a bid to dismiss a lawsuit over xAI's polluting gas turbines, the Justice Department claimed the company is integral to military operations—including the Iran War.
wired.com
Who is Vozinha, Cape Verde’s viral goalkeeper at the World Cup?
From his hometown of Sao Vicente in Cape Verde, Vozinha has been his jersey name throughout his club career.
aljazeera.com
US stock market climbs as US-Iran deal stirs hopes for end to energy chaos
Benchmark S&P 500 rises 1.7 percent, while tech-heavy Nasdaq jumps 3.1 percent.
aljazeera.com
Saudi Arabia draw 1–1 against Uruguay in World Cup opening game
Abdulelah Alamri gives Saudi Arabia a first-half lead before Maxi Araujo equalises late in the Group H game in Miami.
aljazeera.com
How the murder of my sister, Jo Cox, changed Britain – podcast
It’s a decade since the MP for Batley and Spen was killed by a far-right extremist. Her sister, Kim Leadbeater, who took over her parliamentary seat, explains what lessons are still to be learnedJo...
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'Fabulous finish' - Just puts New Zealand ahead from Wood assist
Elijah Just gives New Zealand an early lead over Iran in their Group G encounter at the Los Angeles Stadium.
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Saudi Arabia hold off relentless Uruguay to earn draw
Saudi Arabia hold firm against relentless pressure to earn a 1-1 draw against two-time world champions Uruguay in their Group H opener at the Miami Stadium.
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Explore JPL to Take Place Oct. 10, 11
Celebrating its 90th anniversary this year, NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory invites the public to its campus at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains i...
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US fuel prices to take ‘months’ to normalise after US-Iran deal to end war
Producers will need time to ramp up output, while port bottlenecks and heightened demand will keep US prices up.
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US Air Force B-52 crashes in California
Eight people are believed to have died after a US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff
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Here are the District of Columbia's 2026 primary election results
Live election results: Get the latest on U.S. delegate and mayoral primary races in Washington, D.C.
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Iran war live: Trump says MoU with Tehran signed electronically
Backlash to US-Iran deal grows in Israel as Iranian vessels pass through Strait of Hormuz after US lifts naval blockade.
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The Middle East Power Paradox
How the Iran war will transform America’s military role.