Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-06-22

Colombia’s De La Espriella claims victory on preliminary results

Right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella has claimed victory in Colombia's presidential election.

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Cape Verde continue to surprise with entertaining Uruguay draw

Cape Verde's gripping debut World Cup campaign continued as they held two-time champions Uruguay to a thrilling draw in Miami.

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Shipping stalls in Strait of Hormuz after Iran declares key waterway shut

Ship tracking data shows sharp fall in transits as US and Iranian officials hold talks to save fragile peace framework.

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‘We want a new Albania’: protests against Jared Kushner-backed resort turn anger on government

Opposition to plans for ‘small paradise’ island of Sazan becomes wave of dissent against establishmentFor Ina Shkurti, like so many Albanians, the island of Sazan has played an outsized role. As a...

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One of World Cup's great stories - can Cape Verde extend dream run?

Cape Verde's impressive World Cup continues with a draw against two-time winners Uruguay - and they will now be looking to make the last 32.

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New Zealand vs Egypt team news LIVE!

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No pressure to pass the ball to Ronaldo in World Cup: Portugal’s Conceicao

Ronaldo has faced criticism after his performance in Portugal’s first match of the FIFA World Cup.

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They've done it again! Cape Verde claim another draw with Uruguay

Cape Verde continued their fairytale World Cup campaign as the African group of islands claimed a 2-2 draw with two-time winners Uruguay in Miami.

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Ebola closure cuts off a lifeline between DRC’s Goma and Rwanda

Health officials defend the restrictions, but traders say the measures have disrupted the flow of goods and income.

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'New York didn’t like me' - Did US Open crowd go too far with Clark?

On his way to becoming US Open champion for the second time, America's Wyndham Clark had to overcome the unusual challenge of taming a hostile home crowd at Shinnecock Hills.

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Cape Verde fight back for second World Cup draw 2-2 against Uruguay

Uruguay could need a win over Spain next weekend to avoid a second consecutive FIFA World Cup group-stage exit.

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Egyptian football fans chant for Palestine in Vancouver

Egyptian fans gathered outside BC Place in Vancouver ahead of their World Cup match against New Zealand.

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Unbeaten Iran will go down in history - Ghalenoei

Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei believes his side's unbeaten start to the World Cup will be talked about for years to come given the disruption they have faced before and during the tournament.

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Iranians gather in Tehran to support team in critical draw against Belgium

Iranian fans in Tehran watched their team secure a 0-0 draw against Belgium at the World Cup in Los Angeles.

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Saka trains with England squad before Ghana match

Bukayo Saka trains with the England squad to provide a fitness boost to Thomas Tuchel before their second World Cup match against Ghana.

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Iran war live: First day of US talks covers Lebanon, Hormuz, frozen assets

Trump threatens to hit Iran 'very hard' amid talks, prompting Ghalibaf to warn the US to take care with its rhetoric.

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