Stand-in skipper Dean guides England to T20 World Cup win over Scotland
Stand-in skipper Charlie Dean guided England as the hosts continued their unbeaten start to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup with a 38-run victory over Scotland at Headingley.
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Impressive England beat Scotland to close on semis
England's batting sparkles again as the hosts close on a place in the T20 World Cup semi-finals with an 38-run victory over Scotland at Headingley.
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Bolivia declares state of emergency to clear protest blockades
Bolivia declares state of emergency to clear protest blockades
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Signal’s Meredith Whittaker wants you to remember that AI chatbots ‘are not your friends’
"These are not your friends. These are not conscious beings. These are not sentient interlocutors.”
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Scotland expects: What is behind McTominay's understated World Cup?
Some are suggesting Scott McTominay has not had the expected impact for Scotland at the World Cup, but is that fair on the Napoli midfielder?
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A spate of shark bites has Australian ocean lovers on edge. People want to know why they’re rising
Warming ocean temperatures mean sharks are spending more time in high-population areas, yet shark net data shows no significant changes in numbersGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news...
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Lift-off for Netherlands with thumping win over Sweden
Netherlands took a huge step towards the World Cup knockout stages with a commanding 5-1 victory over Sweden in Group F, inspired by brilliant doubles from Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo.
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Scotland 0-1 Morocco: Unique angles and behind the scenes
All the unique angles, and everything the TV cameras didn't show you, from Scotland's 1-0 defeat by Morocco at the 2026 World Cup in North America.
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Overplaying Strait of Hormuz card will turn Iran into a pariah state
Overplaying Strait of Hormuz card will turn Iran into a pariah state.
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Netherlands vs Sweden: Gakpo, Brobbey doubles give Dutch 5–1 World Cup win
The Dutch have four points after bagging their first win in Houston; Sweden are second with three points in Group F.
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In the Weights is your new AI-centric vanity search
So ... what's your In the Weights score?
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Netherlands thrash Sweden to all but guarantee last 32 place
Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo score two goals apiece as the Netherlands cruise past Sweden 5-1 to all but mathematically guarantee a place in the last 32 of the World Cup.
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Tongue admits England have missed absent Stokes
Pace bowler Josh Tongue admits England have missed absent captain Ben Stokes as they head for a heavy defeat in the second Test against New Zealand.
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Wife of Spanish Prime Minister to Stand Trial for Corruption
Begoña Gomez and her husband Pedro Sanchez, the Prime Minister of Spain, at an event in Barcelona this month.
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Root stands firm as England head towards final‑day defeat
Watch the highlights as Joe Root stands between England and defeat in the second Test against New Zealand where a world record of 463 runs is needed to win at The Oval.
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Gakpo fires home the 100th goal of this World Cup
Cody Gakpo scores the 100th goal of this World Cup as he his second of the game to put Netherlands 4-0 ahead against Sweden.
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Canada’s postcard moment at the World Cup is more than the team’s victory.
Nathan Saliba, a player with Canada’s team who replaced the midfielder Ismaël Koné after his injury, held up a team jersey with his teammate’s surname and number, after scoring a goal.
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Canada’s postcard moment at the World Cup is more than the team’s victory.
Nathan Saliba, a player with Canada’s team who replaced the midfielder Ismaël Koné after his injury, held up a team jersey with his teammate’s surname and number, after scoring a goal.
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Thunder beat Pulse to win NSL 2026 grand final
Manchester Thunder beat London Pulse to win the 2026 Netball Super League grand final in front of a home crowd of 8,000.
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England hope rests on Root with NZ closing on Oval victory
England's hopes of avoiding defeat in the second Test rest on the shoulders of stand-in captain Joe Root, with New Zealand closing in on a series-levelling victory at The Kia Oval.
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Two spectators injured in Donegal Rally accident
Two spectators have been taken to hospital and Saturday's final two stages have been cancelled after an accident at the Donegal International Rally.
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Founders Fund’s outlier bet on humanely killed fish
Shinkei makes a refrigerator-sized robot called Poseidon to kill fish quickly and humanely.
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New Strait of Hormuz Closure Announcement Threatens the Slow Uptick in Traffic
Cargo vessels anchored off Muscat, Oman, on Saturday.
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Saka trains alone as England prepare for Ghana game
Bukayo Saka was the only player not present in group training as England continued their preparations for their second World Cup match against Ghana.
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England vs Scotland in ICC Women's T20 World Cup LIVE!
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Fritz beats Zverev again to reach Halle final
Taylor Fritz's impressive form on grass continues as he beats French Open champion Alexander Zverev to reach the final in Halle.
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Root drags England fight into final day against NZ
Joe Root stands between England and defeat in the second Test against New Zealand on a day when absent captain Ben Stokes makes 95 for Durham.
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Lebanese turtle conservationist Mona Khalil killed by Israeli strike
Mona Khalil, who had refused to leave the beach she had spent years protecting, died from her injuries after the Israeli strike.
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François Englert, Nobelist Who Helped Predict the ‘God Particle,’ Dies at 93
François Englert in 2012 at his home in Brussels.
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'Flash of Brilliance' - Brobbey gives Netherlands early lead
Brian Brobbey puts Netherlands in front only five minutes into their World Cup clash with Sweden.
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World cup wrap day 9
World cup wrap day 9
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Rahm Emanuel says Trump ‘got schooled’ by Iran in bad ceasefire deal
Possible Democratic presidential candidate describes war as historic ‘American national security mess’
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Injury concern for Mooney as Australia beat Netherlands
Beth Mooney smashes a half-century but retires hurt as Australia complete a comfortable 98-run victory over the Netherlands to maintain their unbeaten start to the Women's T20 World Cup.
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Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz as Israel tests MOU with Lebanon strikes
Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz as Israel tests MOU with Lebanon strikes.
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Manchester Thunder triumph in Netball Super League Grand Final thriller!
Highlights of the Netball Super League Grand Final between Manchester Thunder and London Pulse.
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Bolivia declares state of emergency amid blockade crisis
For several weeks, a wave of protests has erupted over President Rodrigo Paz’s austerity measures.
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Nobel laureate John Jumper is leaving DeepMind for rival Anthropic
Jumper isn't the only big name leaving Google DeepMind.
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Israeli strike kills children in Gaza despite ceasefire claims
Israeli strike kills children in Gaza despite ceasefire claims
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BBC sees destroyed villages in Israeli-occupied southern Lebanon
Travelling with a humanitarian convoy, BBC's Hugo Bachega has been given rare access to a part of Lebanon under Israeli occupation.
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Root makes history & hits half-century
Watch the best of Joe Root England against New Zealand on day four of the men's Test Match series.
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Stokes impresses with rapid 95 as England toil against New Zealand
Ben Stokes fell just five runs short of a century on his return to Durham after he was dropped by England, who are nearing defeat in their second Test against New Zealand.
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How does qualification for the World Cup knockout stage work?
With the second round of group-stage matches under way, we assess who can play who in the knockout rounds - and how they can get there.
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Top seed Sabalenka stunned by Pegula as American reaches Berlin final
Top seed Aryna Sabalenka saw her Wimbledon preparations take a major hit as she was stunned by Jessica Pegula in the deciding set of the Berlin Open semi-finals.
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Iran says Strait of Hormuz will be closed over Israel attacks on Lebanon
Iran said Israel's continued attacks in Lebanon are a breach of Tehran's agreement with the US to end the war.
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How Ivan Cepeda emerged a frontrunner in Colombia’s presidential election
Critics say Cepeda, a soft-spoken senator, became a 'hero to the left' after he took on a right-wing president in court.
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Cerundolo's best shots sink Nakashima to reach Queen's final
Argentina's Francisco Cerundolo beats USA's Brandon Nakashima 6-7(5), 6-3, 6-4, to progress to the finals in the Queen's Club Championships.
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Germany vs Ivory Coast: LIVE – World Cup 2026
Follow our live build-up, with full team news coverage, ahead of our text commentary stream service.
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Revealed: Brexit voting areas have seen faster growth in foreign workers since EU referendum
Guardian investigation also finds same areas experienced relative decline over same periodLeave-voting areas have seen faster relative growth in foreign workers since the Brexit referendum, a Guard...
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Stokes hits 95 for Durham while England struggle
Dropped England captain Ben Stokes makes 95 for Durham against Northamptonshire as the national side seemingly slip towards defeat by New Zealand in the second Test.
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Captain Doris ruled out of Ireland matches
Ireland captain Caelan Doris will miss July's Nations Championship matches with Australia, Japan and New Zealand with a foot injury.
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Bolivian president declares state of emergency
The move comes after weeks of anti-government protests that have caused a shortage of basic goods in Bolivia.
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Sabalenka loses deciding set 6-0 to Pegula in Berlin
Aryna Sabalenka loses another deciding set without winning a game as Jessica Pegula beats the world number one to reach the Berlin Open final.
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England struggle as Jamieson gets two wickets in an over
Watch as New Zealand's Kyle Jamieson removes England's Emilio Gay and Jacob Bethell in the fourth over of day four of the Second Test at The Oval.
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Every new iOS 27 feature that’s worth knowing about
While it's not flashy like Apple’s new Siri AI and Apple Intelligence upgrades, there are still a number of additions to iOS 27 worth looking at.
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Boston bounce sends Scotland to Miami with hope and no fear
Amy Canavan looks at Scotland's progress as they get set to head to Miami for their final World Cup group match.
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Iran closes Strait of Hormuz after Israel and Hizbollah exchange fire
Setback for Donald Trump’s push to end war with the Islamic republic
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Pedro Sánchez’s wife ordered to face corruption trial and surrender passport
Spanish prime minister’s office accuses judge of over-reach after shock decision
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Court bans Spanish PM’s wife from leaving country amid corruption probe
Begona Gomez is accused of using her position as the prime minister's wife to secure work contracts.
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Why Kane is different at this World Cup
Former England captain Alan Shearer explains what has changed for Harry Kane since his struggles at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
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Where do Iran’s political factions stand on the US peace deal?
Iran's rival political camps are locking horns over a memorandum of understanding with the US.
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In Nepal’s highlands, climate change threatens Tibet’s Bon faith
In Lubra, Nepal’s last Bon village, climate-driven floods are destroying homes and land, endangering ancient traditions.
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UK condemns Israeli minister over inflammatory Lebanon remarks
UK foreign secretary slams Israeli minister's inflammatory remarks amid regional tensions and fragile ceasefire.
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Curacao's trailblazer doctor on football's big stage
Dr Suzanne Huurman is head of medical staff for Curacao's national men's side - the World Cup's smallest ever team by population and size.
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Spain vs Saudi Arabia: World Cup 2026 – Yamal, prediction, watch, kickoff
Spain face Saudi Arabia in need of a win to take control of Group H. Can they rediscover their attacking edge?
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Who did it better? Rew recreates iconic Jones catch!
Who did it better? Jason Rew recreates the iconic Geraint Jones catch during the second Test between England and New Zealand.
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An Israeli court has convicted seven men over the 2021 lynching of Sa’id Mo
An Israeli court has convicted seven men over the 2021 lynching of Sa’id Moussa, ending a five-year trial.
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‘Once my tummy stopped shaking, I was absorbed by the scale, spectacle and wonder’: your Steven Spielberg film favourites
We’ve already listed our writers’ all-timers, now Guardian readers get their say on the seminal director’s best blockbustersET is my favourite Spielberg film. It was the first I ever saw at the cin...
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Boyd: Scotland can’t concede early against Brazil
Kris Boyd says Scotland cannot concede another early goal when they meet Brazil in their final Group C match at the World Cup on Wednesday after going behind after 70 seconds against Morocco.
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Oh, brother! The sibling rivals lining up for different World Cup teams
Sibling rivals are lining up for different teams at the World Cup, with seven pairs of brothers in total at this tournament.
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MSF says conditions in Lebanon’s Nabatieh resemble a ‘death trap’
Israel has stepped up attacks on parts of southern Lebanon, including Nabatieh, since midnight on Friday.
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Why are so many World Cup goals being scored late?
World Cup 2026 is witnessing a surge in late goals. Longer stoppage times, tactical substitutions and hydration breaks are reshaping matches
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After Andy Burnham’s Win, the UK Is Set to Test How Far Charisma Can Shift Electoral Dynamics
Andy Burnham speaking after winning a special election as a member of Parliament for Makerfield, in northwest England, on Friday. He received almost 55 percent of the vote, easily besting the candi...
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Talk of Starmer staying on to fight is fading - fast
After Andy Burnham’s by-election victory, support for the prime minister is evaporating, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
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India’s revolution in women’s cricket
In cricket-obsessed India, a women’s World Cup win and a glitzy new league are transforming the lives of female players.
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What the US-Iran peace deal could mean for Iran’s World Cup campaign
Experts hope the 'extra animosity' towards Team Melli will subside as the agreement comes into being.
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‘How do I deal with my rage? I put it in everything I do’: Killing Eve’s Sandra Oh on fury, friendship and hitting her prime in midlife
It took a long time for the actor to find her groove – then the smash TV spy thriller changed everything. She talks about getting advice from A-listers, speaking her mind, and why she’s switching t...
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Ten years on, has the Brexit vote helped or hindered the EU?
Some said Britain’s departure would bring down the union, but countries are still queueing to joinOn the night of 23 June 2016, a storm broke out over Brussels. Rain poured and lightning flashed ov...
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Skeleton of the world’s rarest marine mammal preserved by digital imaging
The reconstruction of the vaquita, whose numbers barely reach double figures in the wild, is designed to help research and conservation effortsScientists have created a digital reconstruction of th...
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Morocco fans dream of World Cup glory after Scotland win
This is what Morocco’s fans are saying after winning their first match at the 2026 World Cup.
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I Found 29 Early Prime Day Deals That Are Worth Shopping Now (2026)
We’ve trawled the depths of Amazon to find the best deals on gear we’ve tested.
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Game Change
New York City’s temporary transformation by the Knicks’ resurgence offers a glimpse of a kinder, more connected world.
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Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home
There are moments when life in Moscow feels completely normal - Thursday morning wasn't one of them, writes Steve Rosenberg.
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New Zealand look to increase big lead over England on day four LIVE!
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Families storm Ebola treatment centre in DRC, remove patients
Families of suspected Ebola patients in DR Congo stormed a quarantine centre, removing patients.
aljazeera.com
A Court Case Reveals Some of Tim Hortons’ Secrets
A group of Tim Hortons restaurant owners in Quebec, which does not include the owners of this store in Gatineau, claim that the company has cheated them out of millions of dollars.
nytimes.com
Siri AI Hands On: A Smart, Helpful Assistant
The new Siri AI is conversational, omnipresent, and actually helpful.
wired.com
Mideast Live Updates: Fighting Persists in Lebanon, Complicating Iran Peace Talks
The Israeli military said it had exchanged fire with Hezbollah overnight, hours after a new cease-fire came into effect. Clashes in Lebanon derailed U.S.-Iran peace talks planned for Friday.
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The first primates may have evolved in the cold, not the tropics
A surprising new study suggests the earliest primates didn't originate in tropical forests but in cold, dry parts of North America. Some may have even survived seasonal Arctic conditions by slowing...
sciencedaily.com
Which teams have qualified for the World Cup 2026 knockouts, round of 32?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage format, criteria and rules for qualification. Find out who's in and who's out.
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Why try-addict Grace cannot quit despite latest injury
Regan Grace on the comeback trail after another injury blow that made the dual-code wing consider retirement.
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World Leaders Awaited Iran Deal for Months. Here’s Why They’re Still Wary.
In Tehran this month.
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Abelardo De La Espriella, Right-Wing Outsider, Could Be Colombia’s Next President
A campaign rally last month in Medellín, Colombia, for Abelardo De La Espriella, the right-wing presidential candidate.
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Trump Called Iván Cepeda a ‘Radical Left Marxist.’ Can He Be Colombia’s President?
Iván Cepeda’s campaign jumped into high gear after a right-wing outsider won the most votes during the first round of voting.
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Granta stops publishing short story award winners over AI controversy
Literary magazine will no longer engage in ‘external publishing partnerships’ after Commonwealth prize furoreThe prominent literary magazine Granta will no longer publish the winning entries of the...
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'Everything I do is for you' - how tragedy is driving Diomande
BBC Sport explores how exciting young Ivory Coast Yan Diomande is determined to succeed at the World Cup in honour of his sister.
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Several reported killed in Israeli strikes on Lebanon despite ceasefire
The IDF said it struck "Hezbollah terrorist targets" after the group fired over 50 projectiles at Israeli forces in southern Lebanon.
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White House in talks over Iran travel restrictions
The White House is considering changing the strict travel restrictions Iran are facing at the 2026 World Cup.
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World Cup 2026: Netherlands vs Sweden prediction, schedules, key highlights
World Cup day 10 features Netherlands-Sweden as the USA reach the knockout stage and Brazil move closer to qualification
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Candice Carty-Williams: ‘People feel very attached to Queenie’
The breakout success of her debut created a publishing scramble for Black writers, but has that appetite for diversity endured? Carty-Williams talks about wanting to quit the TV adaptation, why now...
theguardian.com
Mona Khalil, Lebanon’s turtle advocate, dies after Israeli attack
Khalil spent more than two decades protecting the nests of endangered turtle species in southern Lebanon.
aljazeera.com
Trump's job approval rating has dropped to 36%, a new NPR/ PBS News/Marist poll shows
President Trump's numbers are falling, as many Americans harbor concerns about the economy. His approval now stands at 36% — according to the latest NPR/ PBS News/Marist Poll — a new low.
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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine explains why he called for abolishing the state's death penalty"
Ohio's Governor says that his state should end the death penalty. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Gov. Mike DeWine, a Republican, about why he changed his mind on a practice he once supported.
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Week in Politics: U.S.-Israel ties; Trump and Vance oppose ceasefire critics
President Trump and his vice-president pushed back against critics of the agreement to extend the ceasefire with Iran. Some Republican lawmakers have found the agreement wanting.
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Tourist dies in Dominican Republic luxury resort fire
Nearly 1,700 people were evacuated from the huge blaze at Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach in Bayahibe, a popular resort town on the Caribbean coast.
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Harsh or fair decisions? Scotland denied TWO penalties in Morocco defeat!
The Scotland camp reacts to two penalty calls being denied in the World Cup game against Morocco.
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Rousey and Paul taunt UFC over White House viewing figures
Ronda Rousey and Jake Paul taunt the UFC and Dana White for failing to break Most Valuable Promotions' MMA record audience figure with the White House event.
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US envoy headed for Switzerland, Israeli strikes on Lebanon threaten talks
US media are reporting that Witkoff and Kushner are preparing for negotiations with Iran after talks were postponed.
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Bedtime blues: London ‘killing off nightlife’ as UK city with strictest licensing rules
Manchester, Birmingham and Leeds are experiencing after-hours boom as a result of more lenient rulesLondon has the earliest council-mandated bedtime of any other city in the UK as a result of polic...
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‘We tasted the horrors of war’: Stories of refugees who returned home
In 2025, nearly 15 million displaced people returned - the largest surge of returns recorded by the UN.
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Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 13
Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?
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‘Within 10 mins, Andy had nicked it’: illustrator on his ubiquitous image of Andy Burnham
With its light scowl and dark attire, Stanley Chow’s creation has become visual shorthand for the politician’s anti-establishment sentimentIt was shortly after Andy Burnham’s famously rousing speec...
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Andy Burnham has shown that he can win. But can he govern Britain? | Gaby Hinsliff
Having literally campaigned in poetry, the new Makerfield MP needs a summer of knuckling down to the small printBy the end, it had become less a byelection, more a mythical quest. Whoever could dra...
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Tory byelection victory gives Badenoch vital evidence to justify abandoning net zero
While the SNP’s recent issues put off some voters, the Tories’ support for North Sea oil drilling proved more decisiveFor the first time in 50 years, the Conservatives have won a byelection in Scot...
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Would You Rather: Decide to Survive – Romesh Ranganathan’s gameshow is so low-effort it’s almost avant garde
In a modern twist on It’s a Knockout, the comedian makes online stars do ludicrous tasks. The whole thing looks like it cost £420 to cobble together – and it will make you feel 100 years oldI felt...
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Iran war day 113: Tehran presses US over Lebanon ceasefire
Iran presses US over Lebanon as Israeli strikes test fragile ceasefire and broader peace efforts.
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10-man Paraguay knock out Turkey despite Almiron red card
Watch highlights as 10-man Paraguay win despite Miguel Almiron's red card, eliminating Turkey from the 2026 World Cup.
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Turkey suffer shock elimination from World Cup after Paraguay defeat
In an emotionally-charged encounter in San Francisco, Turkey were sent packing from the World Cup having fallen to back-to-back defeats, losing 1-0 to steely Paraguay after also suffering at the ha...
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What pushed the number of displaced people down?
Global displacement fell for the first time in a decade. On World Refugee Day, AJLabs looks at what drove millions home.
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Turkiye knocked out of World Cup 2026 after 1-0 defeat to 10-man Paraguay
Turkiye suffered their second successive defeat in North America, bringing an end to their World Cup campaign.
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TV tonight: Jon Snow defies Alzheimer’s in the most moving way imaginable
A Last Big Story is a stirring exploration of the journalist’s condition and his news instincts. Plus, a wholesome telling of the story of Indigenous Australian tennis legend Evonne Goolagong. Here...
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World Cup first sees Almiron sent off for covering mouth
Watch Miguel Almiron become the first player to be sent off under new rules preventing players from covering their mouths during a game at the 2026 World Cup, with the Paraguay midfielder shown red...
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From Funboys to Olivia Rodrigo: the week in rave reviews
Steve Coogan drops in on the lovably daft Northern Irish comedy, and the alt-pop superstar teases some relationship mysteries. Here’s the pick of the week’s culture, taken from the Guardian’s best-...
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From Toy Story 5 to The Bear: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead
Pixar’s enduring animated favourites battle a rogue tablet, and Disney’s anxiety-inducing kitchen drama returns for a final seriesToy Story 5Out nowThe toys are back in town for a fifth instalment...
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Inexperience review – this ‘no-contact’ romance is incredibly touching
Pitlochry Festival theatreWriter Douglas Maxwell’s playful conceit sparks a funny and superbly acted exploration of messy relationships There is a clever conceit underlying Douglas Maxwell’s sparky...
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World Cup still waits for real Brazil to show up
While rivals Argentina and France have impressed in the United States, Brazil have struggled to hit top form - despite a 3-0 win over minnows Haiti.
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Almiron first player sent off for covering mouth
Paraguay's Miguel Almiron is the first player to be shown a red card for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent - doing so during the World Cup match against Turkey.
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Country diary: For the beloved Ash Dome, death is not the end | Anita Roy
Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd: This living sculpture, planted in the 1970s ‘for the 21st century’, is fading fast. But heartbreak is not the only responseTen years ago when I visited the Ash Dome, it...
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Cape Verde Will Count on Vozinha Against Uruguay at the World Cup
Cape Verde’s veteran goalkeeper, Josimar José Évora Dias, after the team played to a scoreless tie with Spain on Monday.
nytimes.com
Charles Kushner, U.S. Ambassador to France, Riles Paris With Trump Diplomacy
Charles Kushner, the U.S. ambassador to France, greeting President Trump on Monday at the Group of 7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France.
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Boats, bankers and borders: five symbols that sum up Brexit a decade on
What do the touchstones of the referendum debate tell us about the complex legacy of Britain leaving the EU?Ten years ago the UK voted 52% to 48% to leave the European Union, triggering a long and...
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Can we electrify the world? Ambition moves from nerdish backwater to centre stage
Apart from effort to electrify, there were geopolitical tensions around climate science and the 1.5C goal at pre-Cop31 climate talksElectrifying the world – with electric vehicles, electric heating...
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Ministers to make YouTube and Meta boost prominence of UK news
Move expected in British government green paper would set stage for fresh battle with Big Tech over online misinformation
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Big Tech is stoking unrest in the UK. Why?
Elon Musk’s amplification of anti-immigrant sentiment in Belfast, Southampton and beyond cannot be explained by ideology alone
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The window for peace in Ukraine won’t be open forever
There is an opportunity to freeze the conflict, but Putin’s fantasy of total victory could get in the way
ft.com
Nigel Farage’s Brexit rallies were funded from the EU budget
European monies paid for anti-immigrant posters during ‘Say No to EU’ tour
ft.com
Alternative for Germany revives Nazi-era attacks on Bauhaus
Modernist art institution fears AfD ‘patriotic culture’ push nearly 100 years after closing under Hitler
ft.com
Beer can boost ‘spiritual or mental’ health, says Kirin president
Japanese brewer’s Takeshi Minakata says alcohol ‘can be a good thing’ as it ‘helps make people happy’
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Mexico City looks to rein in street drinking after massive World Cup party
Authorities collected some 40 tonnes of waste around Reforma Avenue, the historic centre, on Friday morning.
aljazeera.com
Hydration break boos: How FIFA united players, fans, coaches at World Cup
Criticism surrounding the breaks has been aimed at the commercial benefits for the three-minute pauses in action.
aljazeera.com
Cunha strikes twice as Brazil earn comfortable win over Haiti
Matheus Cunha kick-started Brazil’s World Cup campaign by scoring twice in a comfortable 3-0 victory over Haiti in Group C.
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Watch: World Cup fans react to US defeating Australia to reach knockout round
US supporters were delighted after their team won 2-0 against the Socceroos while Australian fans were left disappointed but still hopeful.
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Cunha scores twice as Brazil beat Haiti
Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha scores twice as Brazil comfortably beat Haiti - who become the first team to be eliminated from the 2026 World Cup.
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Cunha hits Brazil double against Haiti to seal first World Cup 2026 win
Manchester United's Matheus Cunha scores Brazil's first two goals in 3-0 win against Haiti as FIFA event progress nears.
aljazeera.com
African and Caribbean nations call for formal apology for transatlantic slavery
The leaders have asked for apologies from the countries that benefited from the slave trade, as well as debt relief and financial compensation.
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US Open: Full R3 pairings and tee times for Saturday's third round
Groupings and tee times for the third round of the 126th US Open, held at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York.
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'Proud but devastated' - Clarke backs Scotland to bounce back after Morocco defeat
Scotland head coach Steve Clarke reacts to their World Cup defeat to Morocco.
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The secret language behind animal cooperation
Animals from different species often rely on surprisingly sophisticated communication to work together, whether finding food, cleaning parasites, or gaining protection. New research suggests these...
sciencedaily.com
'Big decisions went against Scotland'
BBC Sport Scotland's Liam McLeod and James McFadden analyse the three key decisions that went against Scotland during their World Cup Group C 1-0 defeat against Morocco.
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Lebanese influencer organises World Cup event amid Israel’s attack on Leban
As Israel’s war on Lebanon rages, hundreds gather in Rmeileh by Sidon Gate to watch the 2026 World Cup.
aljazeera.com
Penalty controversy as Scotland punished by early Morocco strike
Scotland were denied at least one penalty as hopes of creating history at the World Cup suffered a blow against Morocco.
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Morocco beat Scotland 1–0 as Saibari scores fastest World Cup 2026 goal
Morocco hold onto slender lead despite Scotland's late charge for an equaliser in Group C match at Boston Stadium.
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Should Scotland have had two penalties & been playing against 10 men?
Were Scotland hard done by in Boston in losing 1-0 to Morocco in their second game of the World Cup finals?
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Scotland fall to narrow defeat against Morocco
Scotland concede after 71 seconds and fall to a World Cup defeat against a classy Morocco, but their hopes of a historic knock-out place remain in their own hands with one group game to go.
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James Burrows, legendary director of Cheers and Friends, dies aged 85
Best-known as co-creator of sitcom Cheers, Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of other classics including the Big Bang Theory and Will and Grace.
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Iran war live: Tehran says US must ensure Israel ends attacks on Lebanon
Iranian deputy foreign minister says Iran 'ready to move forward' on diplomacy with US, but war must end on all fronts.