World Cup co-hosts Canada knocked out as Morocco reach last eight
Azzedine Ounahi scored a double before Soufiane Rahimi added a third to knock out World Cup co-hosts Canada and send Morocco into the last eight thanks to a 3-0 win in Houston.
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England kick-off chaos: What really happened and how storms could delay the game
The first the English FA knew about a possible six-hour shift to the kick-off time for Mexico vs England in the World Cup last 16 was when Mexican journalists started asking Morgan Rogers and Marcu...
skysports.com
Record crowd hoping for home win - but will Antonelli 'disappear into distance'?
Close to 180,000 people are expected to attend Sunday's British Grand Prix but auguries for a home win are not that good, writes Andrew Benson.
co.uk
Stanley M. Gartler, Pioneer in Cancer Research, Dies at 102
He provided the first convincing evidence that cancerous tumors develop from a single mutated cell and later helped expose contamination by cells taken from Henrietta Lacks.
nytimes.com
Ounahi gives Morocco the lead against Canada
Azzedine Ounahi scores the opener for Morocco against Canada in the last 32 of the 2026 World Cup.
co.uk
England beaten by South Africa in Nations Championship
South Africa asserted their dominance over England with a commanding victory in the Nations Championship at Ellis Park.
co.uk
Midjourney wants Hollywood studios to reveal the details of their AI usage
As part of an ongoing legal dispute with three Hollywood studios, Midjourney is seeking to compel those studios to reveal how they use AI themselves.
techcrunch.com
France vs Paraguay LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 last 16
Live coverage and text commentary stream updates as Mbappe's France face Paraguay in the Round of 16 knockout game.
aljazeera.com
England outclassed by seven-try South Africa
South Africa reassert their dominance over England with a commanding victory at Ellis Park in the opening round of games in the new Nations Championship.
co.uk
Belief back as England brace for their biggest game since 2017
It's been a long road to get here, but fans of the England women's cricket team can finally believe heading into Sunday's T20 World Cup final, writes Matthew Henry.
co.uk
Canada take on Morocco in World Cup last 16 LIVE!
skysports.com
FIFA World Cup 2026: Best Round of 16 knockout matches to watch
As the tournament enters the second knockout phase, there are several blockbuster matchups led by Spain-Portugal.
aljazeera.com
BBC in Tehran as mourners gather for former supreme leader's funeral
Iranian authorities say they expect millions of people to take part in funeral commemorations for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
co.uk
Morgan double helps Wales beat Fiji in Nations Championship opener
Jac Morgan scored two tries as Wales opened their Nations Championship campaign with a 39-24 victory over Fiji in Cardiff.
skysports.com
Galway dominate Cork to reach All-Ireland final
Galway book a place in the All-Ireland hurling final for the first time since 2018 as they upset Cork with a 2-26 to 1-18 win at Croke Park on Saturday.
co.uk
Forget high altitude! What other problems could Mexico pose England on the pitch?
England are playing at high altitude on Sunday. You may have heard. But what other challenges will Mexico bring to the last-16 World Cup tie?
skysports.com
At least 7 Palestinians killed by Israeli forces over past 48 hours in Gaza
A further nine bodies were recovered from under the rubble, according to Gaza's Ministry of Health.
aljazeera.com
The Funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei
Mourners on Saturday at the Grand Mosalla mosque complex in Tehran, Iran’s capital, during Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral.
nytimes.com
Organisers ease concern of clash between warm-ups and Rita Ora set
England and Australia will be allowed to warm up on the Lord's outfield before Sunday's T20 World Cup final, having initially being told they could not until after a performance by pop star Rita Ora.
co.uk
What is Mistral AI? Everything to know about the OpenAI competitor
Mistral AI, which offers some open source AI models, has raised significant funding since its creation in 2023, with the ambition to “put frontier AI in the hands of everyone.”
techcrunch.com
Former chess champion Kramnik banned over cheating remarks
The former Russian world chess champion had accused other players, including the late Daniel Naroditsky, of cheating.
co.uk
Six-try Wales beat Fiji in Nations Championship opener
Six-try Wales defeat Fiji 39-24 in the Nations Championship opener at the Cardiff City stadium.
co.uk
Submit Your Questions: Inside The World of Online Romance Scams
The Yahoo Boys author Carlos Barragán will join Kate Knibbs to answer your questions about Nigeria's romance scammers.
wired.com
Elon Musk posted twice as often on UK race and immigration as about SpaceX in IPO run-up
Guardian analysis of X feed shows how keen world’s richest person was to air his views and ‘interfere’ in British politics Elon Musk posted about race and immigration in the UK on his social media...
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Injury ends Williams' Wimbledon comeback
Serena Williams pulls out of her planned Wimbledon doubles appearance with older sister Venus because of a knee injury.
co.uk
Why Europe's top clubs are eyeing Morocco's teenage sensation Bouaddi
After lighting up the 2022 World Cup Morocco are once again shining on the global stage - but this time they have teenage sensation Ayyoub Bouaddi in their ranks.
co.uk
Overcrowded and underfunded: Trump’s cuts to national parks threaten the US’s ‘best idea’
This summer, Yosemite national park has been rife with traffic jams and throngs of visitors. Can these popular national treasures withstand a future of strained resources?On a crisp, sunny morning...
theguardian.com
What impact will Andy Burnham have on Zack Polanski and the Greens?
Voters disillusioned with Starmer’s Labour were tempted by the Greens – but Polanski’s party fears the affable, left-leaning Burnham could win them backThe shift was notable. A week after Keir Star...
theguardian.com
Carra: Tuchel's created right-back problem with 'bizarre decision'
Jamie Carragher believes England boss Thomas Tuchel is to blame for his side's right-back issue at the World Cup.
skysports.com
Canada vs Morocco LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 last 16
Live coverage and text updates as cohosts Canada play Morocco in the round of 16 knockout stage.
aljazeera.com
The funeral comes amid fraught, sluggish U.S.-Iran peace talks.
The Strait of Hormuz has been a key point of U.S.-Iran negotiations.
nytimes.com
Brain drain leaves Yemen’s health sector in tatters and millions helpless
Yemen's health professionals have been leaving the country in search of higher income and a safer working environment.
aljazeera.com
Sporting superstars pack the royal box at Wimbledon
A middle Saturday tradition continues as sporting stars from around the world are in attendance in the royal box on Centre Court, on day six of Wimbledon 2026.
co.uk
Why closure matters at the end of life
A peaceful, supported end-of-life experience — focused on family and closure — can transform both dying and grieving.
aljazeera.com
Ukraine hits major oil terminal in Russia's St Petersburg
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says the target is key infrastructure "that generates revenue for Russia's war".
co.uk
Antonelli beats Hamilton to victory in British GP Sprint
Kimi Antonelli passed pole-sitter Lewis Hamilton to extend his world championship lead with victory in the British Grand Prix Sprint.
skysports.com
Mexico will come out swinging as Tuchel faces another right-back dilemma
England will face their biggest test of the World Cup so far when they take on Mexico at the Azteca Stadium.
skysports.com
Dior dress, Adam Sandler and a man of honour: what we know about Taylor and Travis's wedding
The couple tied the knot in New York on Friday, after months of speculation about when, where and how it would happen.
co.uk
England's iconic 2017 World Cup win in their own words
Former captain Heather Knight, openers Tammy Beaumont and Lauren Winfield-Hill, plus key bowler Anya Shrubsole remember England's iconic 2017 World Cup win.
co.uk
OpenAI’s apparent failure to visit key site raises questions over Stargate UK project
Exclusive: £20bn of ‘potential’ £30bn AI investment touted by UK ministers appears to have been hypotheticalIt was to be the biggest undertaking in Britain for OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT. S...
theguardian.com
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Oxlade-Chamberlain signs new one-year Celtic deal
England-capped midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain signs a new one-year contract with Celtic.
co.uk
Will Iran’s New Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, Attend His Father’s Funeral?
A funeral ceremony on Friday for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei at the Mosalla complex in Tehran. His son and successor, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, is in hiding.
nytimes.com
Thousands protest in Germany as far-right AfD party meets
Protesters from unions, civil society and left-wing parties aim to disrupt AfD annual conference in Erfurt.
aljazeera.com
NASA’s Hubble Spies Stellar Sparkler for July 4th
Red, white, and blue stars glitter like a sparkler being waved on a dark night in this new image from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope.
nasa.gov
In spotlight but shunning limelight - Olise's unique rise to top
A footballer who dislikes too much media attention, but Michael Olise might not have much choice if he carries on his World Cup heroics.
co.uk
Birdsong data from Merlin ID app to help global biodiversity project
Cornell Lab for Ornithology plans data linkup between app and population monitoring on eBird platformThe Merlin bird ID app will allow users to feed real-time bird identifications into one of the w...
theguardian.com
As auto costs rise, will the US miss the golden age of electric vehicles?
Shifting demands and political ideology have left the industry vulnerable to global competition from cheap Chinese carsEarlier this month, an intriguing new Detroit-based electric vehicle startup h...
theguardian.com
New Zealand edge France in thrilling Nations Championship opener
New Zealand kicked off the inaugural Nations Championship with a gripping 34-32 win over France in Christchurch as wing Will Jordan's two tries proved crucial.
skysports.com
Where NASA Posts Its Best Space Photos, and How to Find Them
Explore decades of incredible images and videos of stars, planets, moons, and galaxies—most of which are free to use and share.
wired.com
England arrive in Mexico under heavy security
Watch England's World Cup squad arrive in Mexico City ahead of their last 16 tie against Mexico.
skysports.com
For Cape Verde, There’s Victory in Their World Cup Defeat
Supporters of Cape Verde’s national soccer team watching the game in Mindelo on Friday.
nytimes.com
Iran Projects Unity to the World While Pursuing a Crackdown at Home
The country’s security service has continued to target civil society and dissidents, including thousands of arrests since the launch of the U.S.-Israeli war in February.
nytimes.com
Taylor Swift wears Dior wedding dress for marriage to Travis Kelce
In coup for Dior, couple wear French haute couture designed by Northern Irish creative director, Jonathan AndersonYour English teacher and your gym teacher wore Dior: Jonathan Anderson, the Norther...
theguardian.com
What to Know About Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as His Funeral Services Begin in Iran
A billboard of the slain supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, a day before his state funeral in Tehran, on Thursday.
nytimes.com
Millions mourn Iran’s Ali Khamenei amid historic funeral procession
Mourners pack Tehran streets for Khamenei’s funeral, with ceremonies spanning cities and ending in Mashhad burial.
aljazeera.com
Injury-hit Ireland secure madcap comeback victory vs Australia in Sydney
Andy Farrell's injury-ravaged Ireland secured a madcap 33-31 victory over Australia in Sydney in the opening round of rugby's inaugural Nations Championship.
skysports.com
Labour should win next election under Burnham after work already done, Starmer says
Prime minister holds no ‘personal animosity’ toward Burnham and emphasises success at improving NHS waiting lists and ‘stabilising economy’Labour “should go on to win the next election” under his l...
theguardian.com
British Medical Association could axe up to a third of its staff amid cash crisis
Exclusive: Anger at union’s decision to put 200 of its 600 staff in England at risk of redundancyThe British Medical Association is threatening to axe up to a third of its entire workforce to help...
theguardian.com
From one to 16 - ranking every team left in the World Cup
BBC Sport ranks the 16 teams left in the World Cup. Do Argentina deserve to be in the top three? Should Norway be higher? What about England's position?
co.uk
Cape Verde fans overjoyed with team’s World Cup run despite Argentina loss
Tiny island nation's colossal performance against reigning world champions leaves supporters feeling incredibly proud.
aljazeera.com
Brazil going out? Chris Sutton predicts World Cup's last-16 matches
BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the last-16 ties at the 2026 World Cup, including England against Mexico.
co.uk
Food Preservatives May Increase the Risk of High Blood Pressure and Cardiovascular Disease
Aa large-scale study demonstrates that preservatives widely used in everyday processed foods may exacerbate common health risks.
wired.com
Mexico’s Secret 12th Man in the World Cup: Baby Jesus
Baby Jesus’s soccer uniform is size 0.
nytimes.com
Mexico’s Secret 12th Man in the World Cup: Baby Jesus
Baby Jesus’s soccer uniform is size 0.
nytimes.com
Eight of the 10 most populous countries are not in the World Cup
Many countries with massive populations consistently miss out on football’s biggest party. What can they do to change their sporting fortunes?
co.uk
All Blacks beat France in thrilling Nations Championship opener
Will Jordan scores twice to help New Zealand beat France as the inaugural Nations Championship opens with a captivating, nine-try thriller in Christchurch.
co.uk
Momentary Unity at a Funeral Masks Deep Divisions Among Iran’s Leaders
Iranian officials standing next to the coffin of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed on the first day of the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.
nytimes.com
‘There’s excitement in the air’: how America fell back in love with indie cinemas
With unexpected programming and a community ethos, independent cinemas across the US are giving multiplexes a run for their moneyOn a quiet street in New York City’s Ridgewood neighborhood stands a...
theguardian.com
What’s holding back Britain’s green energy revolution? – a visual story
Labour has approved a wave of renewable energy projects, but turning plans into power remains slow. Why is that?Labour has a race on its hands if it is to lock in its promise to achieve a virtually...
theguardian.com
‘A halo of optimism’: why The Pitt is the most hopeful show on TV
It’s full of heart, humanity and such extreme competence it’s actually comforting to watch. No wonder it’s swept the boards at awards‘Let’s go save some lives.” That’s the mantra of Noah Wyle’s A&a...
theguardian.com
Trump’s Travel Crackdown Has a Winner: Mexican Tourism
Fans at a festival in Mexico City when Mexico was playing South Africa on June 11. The government has tried to position Mexico as a destination for Latin America during the World Cup.
nytimes.com
Scientists Have Identified a New Fossil Species of Axolotl in Mexico
Ambystoma quetzalcoatli is the first fossil salamander to be formally identified in Mexico, revealing that axolotls have inhabited the country for millions of years.
wired.com
Iran, projecting unity to the world, pursues a crackdown at home.
A string of
nytimes.com
The Rolling Stones: Foreign Tongues review – stomping blues and anti-Musk politics make this another late triumph
(Polydor)Continuing the rejuvenated sound of 2023’s Hackney Diamonds, there’s touching vulnerability from Keith Richards while Jagger confronts war and autocracyMick Jagger recently launched the Ro...
theguardian.com
Do Australia have mental edge over England before final?
How can England overcome the psychological challenges of playing against Australia when they meet at the Women's T20 World Cup final?
co.uk
In pictures: Stars and fans celebrate Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding
Celebrities and sports stars were spotted as the A-list couple tied the knot in New York on Friday.
co.uk
Key takeaways from Round of 32 stage at World Cup 2026
A thrilling Golden Boot race hots up, France in scintillating form, and Messi and Argentina squeak past Cape Verde.
aljazeera.com
How to follow England's T20 World Cup final on the BBC
All you need to know about how to follow the Women's T20 World Cup final between England and Australia on the BBC.
co.uk
Watch World Cup Day 23: Argentina and Egypt survive thrillers to advance
Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.
aljazeera.com
Overseas education project for women and girls axed by UK after two years
The programme, aimed at keeping 1m girls in school across Africa, Asia and the Middle East, withdrawn after aid cutsA leading higher education programme, aimed at keeping 1 million girls in school...
theguardian.com
Could the next great novel be written by AI (and would you even be able to tell)?
As allegations of LLM use rock the literary and media worlds, linguists explain what really distinguishes human and machine language, while novelists including Jennifer Egan and Jeanette Winterson...
theguardian.com
England team booed on arrival at Mexico City hotel
England are booed as they arrive at their Mexico City hotel to prepare for their World Cup last-16 game against Mexico.
co.uk
Keiko Fujimori declared winner of Peru's presidential election weeks after vote
The daughter of disgraced president Alberto Fujimori is declared winner of tight race nearly a month after voting took place.
co.uk
Week in Politics: U.S. turns 250 under record heat; worries over the future
Today's Independence Day celebrations may be tamped down by severe heat and, according to a NPR/PBS News/Marist poll, worry about the future.
npr.org
Swift and Kelce get married in star-studded ceremony at MSG
The 'Love Story' between music megastar Taylor Swift and three-time Super Bowl champion Travis Kelce continued on Friday night with the pair married in a star-studded ceremony at the iconic Madison...
skysports.com
France vs Paraguay: World Cup Round of 16 – Mbappe, prediction, kickoff
France have been the best team so far at the World Cup, although Paraguay are confident after upsetting Germany.
aljazeera.com
Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 27
Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?
co.uk
Katie Price: Nothing to Hide – this remarkable profile is as fascinating and exhausting as its subject
You’d think there was nothing new to learn about the glamour model-turned-tabloid sensation. You’d be wrong…‘Boobs,” says Katie Price, expressionlessly. “I always wanted a boob job. Always wanted t...
theguardian.com
UK and Ireland leaders fear for union’s future under Farage-led government
Politicians across Celtic nations braced for constitutional turmoil if Reform continues to riseThe rise of Nigel Farage has prompted political leaders across Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland and...
theguardian.com
I fell in love with ballet as a young girl – now it’s keeping me active in my eighties
The first time I saw a show, I felt like I had discovered a new language. It’s since become one of my greatest pleasuresWhen I was a young girl living in suburban London in the early 1960s, I ...
theguardian.com
Could Israel really build settlements in Gaza?
After a genocidal war and famine, leading Israeli politicians say they are now ready to settle Gaza.
aljazeera.com
Murals, flags and beef dishes - Messi mania takes hold in Miami
Lionel Messi's World Cup goals roadshow continued with his seventh of the tournament for Argentina against Cape Verde - and delighted the fans who were in Miami to see their hero.
co.uk
Britain has so many stories. The reason we fund the arts together is so we can tell them | James Graham
Dear England, Ink, Sherwood … I owe my career to publicly funded art. Never downplay it: it’s how we speak to each otherJames Graham is a British playwright and television writerIt shouldn’t feel l...
theguardian.com
From The Invite to My Chemical Romance: the week in rave reviews
Seth Rogen brings an oddly sweet relationship comedy, and the facepainted kings of theatrical emo turn The Black Parade into a formidable live spectacle. Here’s the pick of the week’s culture, take...
theguardian.com
'Cautiously optimistic': Swing voters describe their view of America at 250
As America turns 250, voters from our Swing Shift project talk about the state of the country. Their views ranged from "uncertain" and "concerned" to "excited" and "cautiously optimistic."
npr.org
Arias strike sends Colombia into World Cup last 16
Colombia reached the last 16 of the World Cup for the third time in their last three appearances at the tournament with a 1-0 win over Ghana.
skysports.com
Country diary: Our pond is a year old – already dragonflies are emerging | Nic Wilson
Hitchin, Hertfordshire: The broad-bodied chaser is often the first to arrive at a new pond, and sure enough, I spot an exuvia clinging to a leaf bladeThe hole in the nest box on our house wall is a...
theguardian.com
FIFA World Cup: Round of 16 match schedule and which teams qualified
Full list of teams in the World Cup's last-16, who they play for a place in the quarterfinals and match start times.
aljazeera.com
Funeral Procession for Khamenei Will Visit 5 Cities in Iran and Iraq
Preparations being made for the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran on Thursday.
nytimes.com
Lack of data puts England’s ‘mansion tax’ valuations at risk
Research finds around two-fifths of homes valued at £1.5mn-plus have no Land Registry sales records
ft.com
The massacre America forgot
The events of 1919 had largely been erased in the town of Elaine, Arkansas. Now a new generation is documenting the legacy of racial conflict for itself
ft.com
Arias sends Colombia into World Cup last-16 with 1-0 win over Ghana
The World Cup round of 32 ends with Colombia beating Ghana 1-0, as Jhon Arias sends the South Americans through.
aljazeera.com
Ahead of Morocco vs Canada at the World Cup, comparisons arise with the 2022 team
Despite the ups and downs between the two World Cups, Morocco have once again risen as the top Arab and African team.
aljazeera.com
Farewell Cape Verde - the underdogs the World Cup will never forget
Cape Verde may have been the World Cup's smallest nation but they leave the largest impact as they depart following defeat by defending champions Argentina in an epic.
co.uk
Argentina avoid biggest World Cup upset with extra-time win vs Cape Verde
Argentina avoided the biggest upset in World Cup history after Diney Borges' own-goal in extra-time rescued a 3-2 win over Cape Verde to book their place in the last 16 of the tournament.
skysports.com
Five and a half hours that left England's World Cup tie in chaos
For several hours on Friday, no-one seemed to know when England's World Cup last-16 match against co-hosts Mexico would kick off. BBC Sport tells how a story of confusion and anger - culminating in...
co.uk
Ronaldo sends message to Venezuelan earthquake survivor
Cristiano Ronaldo has sent a message to a young Venezuelan earthquake survivor, recovering in hospital.
aljazeera.com
'Hotter and hotter and hotter' - Europe's new climate in seven charts
Temperature records were smashed in June - and scientists warn this is a sign of things to come.
co.uk
Messi scores again but Argentina given World Cup upset fright by Cape Verde
Lionel Messi opens scoring but Argentina taken to extra time by Cape Verde, which threatened greatest World Cup upset.
aljazeera.com
Martinez restores Argentina's lead against Cape Verde
Lisandro Martinez restores Argentina's lead against Cape Verde in the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup.
co.uk
Argentina stunned as Duarte equalises for Cape Verde
Deroy Duarte stuns Argentina as he equalises for Cape Verde during their World Cup round of 32 match in Miami.
co.uk
'Sensational' Messi finish gives Argentina the lead
Lionel Messi hits Argentina's opening goal against Cape Verde with a "sensational" finish in Miami, as he scores in an eighth consecutive World Cup game.
co.uk
'Flamingo Revolution' takes off as thousands demand Albanian PM's resignation
Flamingos have become a national symbol of protest, triggered by opposition to a luxury development.
co.uk
England vs Mexico WILL kick-off at 1am Monday
England's World Cup last-16 tie with Mexico will remain a 1am kick-off on Monday after confusion over a possible time move.
skysports.com
Egypt coach dedicates World Cup win to Palestine as Arab world celebrates
Fans in Gaza celebrated Egypt's win at match screenings held against the backdrop of bombed buildings.
aljazeera.com
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry at New York City’s Madison Square Garden
The couple invited an array of celebrity guests to the wedding, including Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper, while Adam Sandler officiated their nuptialsTaylor Swift and Travis Kelce are officially wed...
theguardian.com
England vs Mexico World Cup knockout match to go ahead as scheduled
No decision was ever made to reschedule the kickoff time of 6pm local time in Mexico City, sources tell Al Jazeera.
aljazeera.com
The fight against green ‘waste’: how a Victorian community came together to create garden gold
Kitchen scraps and garden waste can be a valuable resource. But some communities are forgoing the Fogo bin and collecting their own compostChange by degrees offers life hacks and sustainable living...
theguardian.com
Iran war live: Millions expected in Tehran for funeral of Ali Khamenei
Israeli attacks on Gaza continue with a child killed and another injured in a drone strike, according to civil defence.