Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-07-07

Switzerland break Colombian hearts with first shoot-out success

Switzerland held their nerve to edge a tight and cagey contest with a 4-3 penalty shoot-out success over unfortunate Colombia and seal a quarter-final meeting with World Cup holders Argentina on Sa...

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Switzerland face Argentina in World Cup quarterfinal after beating Colombia

Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties in World Cup last 16 to set up quarterfinal meeting with Argentina.

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Farage's rivals rule out standing in Clacton by-election

The Reform UK leader says he wants an "establishment versus the people by-election" but Labour calls it a "circus".

co.uk

Fulham appoint Arbeloa as Silva's successor

Fulham appoint Alvaro Arbeloa as their new manager on a three-year contract, succeeding Marco Silva who left for Benfica.

co.uk

U.S. Strikes Iran and Reimposes Sanctions After Tanker Attacks

Negotiations between Iran and the United States have been paused until after multiday funeral ceremonies in Tehran for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the supreme leader who was killed on the first day of...

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Djokovic wins marathon battle to set up Wimbledon semi-final vs Sinner

Novak Djokovic won a gruelling five-set battle with Felix Auger-Aliassime to set up a semi-final with reigning Wimbledon champion Jannik Sinner.

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Egypt buoyed by praise for World Cup heroics despite controversial exit

From fans in Gaza to world leaders and supporters on social media, Egypt won hearts, even if they lost to Argentina.

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'Atrocious' - India captain Shreyas left seething by record T20 defeat

India captain Shreyas Iyer branded his side's 125-run defeat as "atrocious" after England inflicted a record T20 loss on the reigning world champions.

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Meta rolls out Muse, a new AI image generator

The new image-generating model has numerous use cases, including advertising, decorating and creator-based opportunities.

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Littler out to win back-to-back titles as World Matchplay field confirmed

Luke Littler will be out to defend his Betfred World Matchplay title later this month as the world champion headlines a star-studded field heading to the Winter Gardens in Blackpool for this year's...

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Egypt were ‘cheated’ in World Cup loss to Argentina, coach Hassan says

'Perhaps they wanted to keep the world champions in the competition,' Hassan said after his team was knocked out.

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Meta Now Lets Anyone Use Your Instagram Photos in AI Images—Unless You Opt Out

As part of Meta’s Muse Image model rollout, Instagram users with public accounts need to opt out to block AI generations of their content.

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US launches strikes on Iran after tankers hit in Strait of Hormuz

The US Central Command says the strikes are intended to impose "heavy costs" on Iran.

co.uk

Zimbabwe’s President Signs Law Extending His Term

President Emmerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe at the United Nations headquarters in New York City in 2022.

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Penelope Keith, Effortlessly Posh Star of British Sitcoms, Dies at 86

Penelope Keith in 1977 in a scene from the sitcom “The Good Life.”

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The fury and heartbreak of Egypt's stunning World Cup collapse

BBC Sport unpicks a game that will go down in World Cup history for featuring a team who were two goals down so late on, but who went on to win without needing extra time.

co.uk

OpenAI’s Chief Futurist Is Leaving the Company

Joshua Achiam spent nearly nine years at OpenAI researching AI safety and made a memorable appearance in the Musk v. Altman trial.

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Egypt boss slams 'unfair' officiating and claims World Cup 'directed towards Argentina'

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan said the referee was "unfair" and claimed the World Cup was "directed towards Argentina" following their dramatic 3-2 defeat in the last 16.

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England enjoy stunning victory as India fall to record T20 defeat

England take an unassailable 2-0 lead in their five match series after stunning India in the third T20 at Trent Bridge, bowling them for just 76 in 11.4 overs, to secure a 125-run win, which is Ind...

co.uk

Nasdaq vs Dow: How are the key indices different as SpaceX joins one?

SpaceX joins Nasdaq-100 after IPO, bypassing traditional three-month trading rule for inclusion in the tech-heavy index.

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Marine Le Pen’s Court Battle Is Latest Clash Between Populists and Watchdogs

Marine Le Pen leaving court in Paris on Tuesday.

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GB's Patten reaches Wimbledon doubles semi-finals

Great Britain's Henry Patten and Finland's Harri Heliovaara complete another comeback victory to reach the Wimbledon men's doubles semi-finals.

co.uk

Venezuela buries earthquake victims as death toll reaches 3,535

Mass burials have begun at La Esperanza Cemetery in Venezuela's La Guaira

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Tears of relief? Messi adds another incredible chapter to World Cup career

Argentina great Lionel Messi sheds tears as they fight back to beat Egypt and reach the World Cup quarter-finals.

co.uk

Pro-Palestine MEP Rima Hassan arrives at trial for ‘glorifying terrorism’

‘No one is safe anymore.’ This is what French MEP Rima Hassan told a crowd as she arrived at her trial in Paris.

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New video shows man believed to be Tyler Robinson before Charlie Kirk shooting

The footage shown during the second day of a preliminary hearing appears to show Robinson walking through a parking garage and running across a roof.

co.uk

'They've been hammered' - Rashid wicket inflicts record loss on India

Adil Rashid picks up the final wicket of Varun Chakravarthy at Trent Bridge as England inflict India's heaviest T20 defeat, with the tourists bowled out for 76 to lose by 125 runs.

co.uk

Trump lashes out at NATO as first day of summit wraps in Turkiye

Leaders have gathered in Ankara for a two-day summit slated to cover defence spending and the Russia-Ukraine war.

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Why the rise of open source AI isn’t hurting Anthropic … yet

Open-source models’ success isn’t coming at the expense of frontier labs. Instead, they each seem to capture two phases of the same life-cycle.

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New footage shown at Kirk hearing shows man on rooftop near shooting scene

The preliminary hearing will determine whether Tyler Robinson, accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, will stand trial.

co.uk

Microsoft joins AI cost-cutting trend by relying more on its own models

Microsoft is the latest Silicon Valley giant to cut back on its AI spending.

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Deadly landslide buries tunnel construction site in India

At least five people were killed after a massive landslide buried a tunnel construction site in Kerala

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Superb England inflict record T20 defeat on India

England inflict a record defeat on India in the third Twenty20 at Trent Bridge to give the home side a 2-0 lead with two matches in the series remaining.

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England hand abject India their biggest T20I defeat to take 2-0 series lead

England handed an abject India their record defeat in T20 internationals as they won the third T20I at Trent Bridge by 125 runs to storm into a 2-0 series lead.

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Discord admits AI moderation bug wrongfully banned users over harmless images

Discord has acknowledged that a bug in its AI moderation system mistakenly banned more than 8,000 users over the past two months, after harmless images—including spreadsheets, chessboards, game tex...

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Argentina come from two down to beat Egypt in World Cup classic

Argentina produced an astonishing comeback to keep their World Cup alive as they recovered from two down to beat Egypt 3-2 in stoppage-time.

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Argentina make incredible late comeback to beat Egypt

Argentina survive an almighty scare before delivering a scarcely believable second-half comeback to break Egypt hearts and reach the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.

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‘My friends are very anti him’: Clacton weary at prospect of Farage byelection

The Reform leader’s constituents weren’t very enthusiastic about their MP, or Westminster politics in generalIt was one of the most-watched contests of the 2024 general election, where Nigel Farage...

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The Symbols We Saw at Khamenei’s Funeral

Abdi Latif Dahir, a Middle East correspondent for The Times, explains the messages behind recurring symbols at the dayslong funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

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Marine Le Pen to run for French presidency and appeal conviction in top court

The hard-right National Rally leader has ended months of speculation, after a court ruled she could run but would have to wear a tag for a year.

co.uk

I.O.C. Lifts Russia’s Olympic Suspension, Clearing the Way for 2028

The Russian Olympic Committee building in Moscow on Tuesday.

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Villa and Belgium midfielder Onana ruptures ACL on World Cup duty

Aston Villa midfielder Amadou Onana ruptures an anterior cruciate ligament while playing for Belgium at the World Cup.

co.uk

Springboks will provide rising Scots with true yardstick

Scotland have risen to fifth in the world rankings after beating Argentina, but Saturday's visit to South Africa will be a true test of their perceived improvement, writes Andy Burke.

co.uk

Clemens survives Woodhouse comeback to win first PDC title

Gabriel Clemens survived an incredible comeback from Luke Woodhouse to win his first PDC event, after securing an 8-6 win over the Englishman in the final of Players Championship 24.

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‘They brought me here to kill me’ says Gaza doctor in Israeli prison

‘They brought me here to kill me’ says Gaza doctor in Israeli prison

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France’s Marine Le Pen must wear ankle tag after appeal ruling

A French appeals court upheld Marine Le Pen's conviction for misusing European Parliament funds.

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Google’s Pixel event is set for August 12

Google's upcoming event in August will introduce new Pixel devices.

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Revealed: Farage’s £5m gift reported to UK crime agency over money laundering concerns

Exclusive: Latest Guardian revelation about gift from cryptocurrency tycoon comes as Reform UK leader forces byelectionThe £5m gift to Nigel Farage by a cryptocurrency billionaire was reported to t...

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Argentina stage stunning late comeback to beat Egypt in World Cup last 16

‌Holders Argentina survive huge scare to earn a 3-2 win ⁠over Egypt and reach the World Cup quarterfinals.

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How Messi defied time and his own struggles to conjure epic comeback

Lionel Messi's career has been intertwined with that of Cristiano Ronaldo for what must seem like forever for the pair. For much of the game against Egypt, Argentina's captain had looked set to fol...

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Nigel Farage rejects scrutiny from UK parliament and calls a ‘people v establishment’ byelection

Reform UK leader says he has ‘never been angrier’ – but opposition leaders accuse him of a ‘desperate stunt’UK politics live – latest updatesFlanked by union jack flags, with a spectacular view of...

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SpaceX shares slide as it joins the tech-heavy Nasdaq-100

Musk-led company joined the index on Tuesday, less than a month after its stock market debut on June 12.

aljazeera.com

Meta releases first image model since Zuckerberg’s AI overhaul

Muse Spark Image will be integrated into tech giant’s AI chatbot and its Instagram photo app

ft.com

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen says she will run for president

Politician sets up unprecedented election campaign next year by a convicted candidate

ft.com

Fernandez header seals dramatic Argentina comeback

Enzo Fernandez scores late to give Argentina the lead against Egypt in their last 16 match at the 2026 World Cup.

co.uk

French far-right leader Le Pen says will run in 2027 presidential election

Her announcement followed a court ruling that reduced the length of time she was banned from holding public office.

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The Guardian view on Nigel Farage’s byelection stunt: spectacle is not scrutiny | Editorial

The Reform UK leader wants voters to overrule parliamentary accountability. Labour should expose the trick, then offer a politics that worksNigel Farage, Brexit’s snake-oil salesman, is at it again...

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IOC provisionally lifts ban on Russian athletes

Russian athletes could be allowed to compete at the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028 after the International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced it will provisionally lift the suspension of the Russian O...

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Did VAR correctly rule out this Egypt goal?

Mostafa Zico has his goal for Egypt ruled out following a VAR review, for a foul on Lisandro Martinez in the build up, during their World Cup last 16 match in Atlanta.

co.uk

NASA Transfers ‘Hundred Acre Wood’ to Patuxent Research Refuge

NASA ceremonially transferred ownership of about 105 acres of wooded land at its Goddard Space Flight Center’s Greenbelt, Maryland, campus Tuesday to the adjoining Patuxent Research Refuge, managed...

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Tornadoes kill 17 in central China as Typhoon Bavi looms offshore

Severe rain and winds lash southern Guangxi and central Hubei provinces, with President Xi urging an 'all out' response.

aljazeera.com

A quick guide to Nigel Farage’s gamble

Reform UK leader has responded to scrutiny of his finances by calling a by-election that may yet fall flat

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NASA’s New Horizons Spacecraft Wakes from Hibernation in Good Health

Following its longest hibernation period ever of nearly a year, NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft has emerged in good health and is ready to begin transmitting science data gathered in the distant Kui...

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Arsenal set to sign Meslier on free transfer after Leeds exit

Arsenal are set to seal the signing of goalkeeper Illan Meslier on a free transfer

co.uk

Tories and Labour try to call Nigel Farage’s bluff

Mainstream parties denounce Reform UK leader’s by-election ‘gimmick’ and decide not to stand against him

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Scorecard: England vs India, third T20 international

Latest score from the third T20 international of the five-match series between England and India at Trent Bridge. Watch on Sky Sports Cricket.

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Netflix dabbles in shorter video content with its new set of publisher deals with Variety, others

Netflix is bringing 2- to 20-minute videos to its platform through new partnerships with digital publishers, including Rolling Stone and Variety.

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How conflict minerals fuel war in eastern DR Congo amid US sanctions

The US has imposed sanctions on Rwandan companies it says helped finance armed groups through the illicit minerals trade

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Repression Turns to Rage After Quakes in Venezuela

People look for their relatives in the rubble of a public housing complex in La Guaira, Venezuela on Friday, after twin earthquakes destroyed it.

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Nordic Combined dropped from 2030 Winter Olympics

The 2030 Winter Olympics will be the first edition not to feature Nordic Combined after the sport was removed from the schedule due lack of competitions and public interest.

co.uk

IOC lifts suspension, paves way for Russians to compete at LA 2028 Olympics

No decision yet on whether Russia may display its flag, colours or have its anthem played at ​the Games.

aljazeera.com

How AI is changing the world of retail investment

Excessive regulation could hamper innovation and harm savers

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Why do we see empty seats at Wimbledon's show courts?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains why there are often empty seats in the crowd at Wimbledon, despite high ticket sales

co.uk

What happened in the first half of the Argentina vs Egypt World Cup match?

Egypt score a goal and then save a Messi penalty to keep the reigning champions at bay in Atlanta.

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LIVE: Switzerland vs Colombia – FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16

Live coverage and text updates from our commentary stream as Switzerland play Colombia in round of 16 knockout stage.

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England's Best Since 1966 - Tuchel's Biggest Statement Yet?

Is this what World Cup winners look like?

co.uk

I’m rich – defend me, be happy for me, says Farage to poor voters in Clacton. They are just his collateral damage | John Harris

The Reform UK leader’s ruse to head off scrutiny by forcing a byelection may work, but it’s all about him: no one else gains anything from itMost people who closely follow British politics probably...

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Hacked, leaked, and held for ransom: The worst breaches of 2026 so far

From a massive DOGE data breach and the hacking of critical energy and water systems to the hack of an FBI surveillance system, here are the most damaging security incidents and data breaches of 2026.

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Why Farage is quitting as an MP amid scrutiny over gifts – but will stand again

Reform UK leader is to force a byelection in his Clacton seat as he reveals he faces a second parliamentary inquiryNigel Farage has said he will resign as the MP for Clacton, and fight the resultin...

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US trade deficit surges amid artificial intelligence spending boom

Imbalance soars to $77.6bn in May as imports outpaced exports, driven by pharmaceuticals and semiconductors.

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Chris Mason: Farage attempts to seize back the agenda after finance row

His aim throughout the forthcoming campaign is to clearly frame this by-election as "the people versus the establishment".

co.uk

Watch: Clacton's mixed views on Farage's resignation

Nigel Farage announced he is resigning as an MP, triggering a by-election he will stand in.

co.uk

Ghana delays visit by South African president amid row over anti-migrant protests

Many in Ghana feared his presence would lead to mass protests, and officials say it is postponed for now.

co.uk

Nige throws the world’s biggest temper tantrum before grand byelection reveal

The Reform leader was determined to fight for the right to receive gifts from Thai crypto billionaires and convicted fraudstersIt’s the heavyweight contest of the year. The Establishment v the Esta...

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Artemis II Crew and Apollo 14 Moon Tree

In this photograph, the Artemis II crew participates in the dedication of the Apollo 14 Moon tree at the Lunar Receiving Park at NASA’s Johnson Space Center on June 25, 2026. This tree is a s...

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A Supreme Leader’s Final Crowds

What you could see when Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s coffin was being driven to a public space in Tehran.

nytimes.com

Can Scotland learn from history-making Norway?

Norway, a nation of a similar size to Scotland, are through to the World Cup quarter-finals, so can lessons be learned from their neighbours from across the North Sea?

co.uk

Nigel Farage resigns to stand in ‘people vs establishment’ byelection – The Latest

Nigel Farage has announced his resignation as the MP for Clacton, triggering a byelection in which he intends to stand as a candidate. The Reform UK leader is under scrutiny over his finances, with...

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Balogun decision could lead to football 'cesspit'

Uefa vice-president Laura McAllister says there is a risk of "an absolute cesspit" of political interference in football after USA striker Folarin Balogun avoided a ban at the World Cup.

co.uk

Inside Liverpool's pre-season plans as Iraola starts work

New Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has arrived at the club's training ground and is preparing to start work with his new squad ahead of the Premier League season.

co.uk

'Am I a veteran now?' - Gauff through to first Wimbledon semi-final

Coco Gauff is through to her first Wimbledon semi-final after battling to a comeback victory over fellow American Jessica Pegula.

co.uk

Sinner beats Struff to reach Wimbledon semi-finals

Jannik Sinner moves a step closer to defending his Wimbledon title with victory over Germany's Jan-Lennard Struff to reach the semi-finals.

co.uk

Nigel Farage resigns as MP, will run in UK by-election

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says he will resign as an MP to trigger a by-election and stand again.

aljazeera.com

X adds a video editor to encourage creators to post original content, not stolen reposts

X is rolling out a new video editor and recorder for iOS with multilingual captions, green screen effects, and other editing tools.

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How much does playing in the World Cup pay?

How much does playing in the World Cup pay?

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Russian athletes could compete at LA 2028 Olympics

Russian athletes could be allowed to compete at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles as the International Olympic Committee provisionally lifts their suspension.

co.uk

Dolly Parton musical set for Broadway this winter: ‘a dream come true’

After a run in Nashville, Dolly: A True Original Musical is set to open in New York in DecemberDolly Parton will celebrate turning 81 with the opening of a musical about her life on Broadway later...

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Sunshine: Danny Boyle’s space slasher plays out like an atheist’s worst nightmare

This 2007 science-fiction thriller is a who’s-who of brilliant actors right before they made it big, and is basically Project Hail Mary’s older, emo cousinIf you enjoyed Project Hail Mary but could...

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Farage bids to be ringmaster of his own circus

In forcing a by-election, the Reform UK leader is making the only smart move available to him

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Reform UK’s Farage resigns as MP amid funding scandal, forcing by-election

Nigel Farage says he's 'done nothing wrong' as parliament investigates undeclared benefits he accepted from a fraudster.

aljazeera.com

From James Van Der Beek to Carrie Fisher: TV’s greatest posthumous performances

New Legally Blonde prequel Elle features a lovely appearance from the late Dawson’s Creek actor. Here are some of television’s other fantastic post-death appearancesThose watching Amazon’s Legally...

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Nigel Farage resigns to trigger by-election in which he will stand

Following parliamentary standards investigations, the Reform UK politician announced his resignation and intention to stand in a by-election in Clacton.

co.uk

AI law startup Norm raises $120M, hits unicorn valuation

AI law startup Norm has raised a $120 million Series C round led by Kholsa Ventures, valuing the startup at $1.2 billion.

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Watch: Farage resigns to trigger by-election he will stand in

In a statement filmed by Reform UK Nigel Farage announced he will resign as an MP to trigger a by-election which he will stand in.

co.uk

Next PM needs to wake UK up to threat of war, ex-Nato chief warns

Lord Robertson urges the next prime minister to look again at the UK's level of spending on defence.

co.uk

Marine Le Pen found guilty, but court clears way for presidential run if she wears tag

The National Rally leader now has to decide whether she will run with an electronic tag and will speak on TV later.

co.uk

Burnham urged to ditch ‘dangerous’ UK-US NHS drug deal

Exclusive: health groups call on expected next prime minister to rip up agreement, which analysis suggests could lead to 229,000 excess deaths by 2036UK politics live – latest updatesAndy Burnham i...

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The World Cup is exposing the contradictions of national identity

Teams shaped by migration and diaspora are challenging exclusionary ideas of who belongs.

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U.K. Live Updates: Farage Says He Will Resign as Lawmaker, Forcing Special Election

Nigel Farage speaks to the news media at the Havering Town Hall after the results of the local elections in the London Borough of Havering, Britain, in May.

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Mbappe slams racism by Paraguay’s Amarilla at World Cup: What we know

Footballers of African descent are often subjected to racist abuse on and off the pitch.

aljazeera.com

Farage Says He Will Resign From UK’s Parliament, Setting Off a By-Election

Nigel Farage, leader of the populist right-wing party Reform U.K., has come under increasing pressure after a series of revelations about undisclosed gifts and donations.

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Farage Says He Will Resign From UK’s Parliament to Trigger a By-Election

Nigel Farage speaks to the news media at the Havering Town Hall after the results of the local elections in the London Borough of Havering, Britain, in May.

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Can Fery keeping winning at Wimbledon? Brit plays 'proper' grass-court tennis

Former doubles specialist Jamie Murray and coach Jamie Delgado are not surprised by the rise of British tennis star Arthur Fery – but can the 'awkward' 5ft 9in player overcome a persistent no...

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YouTube golfer included in Last-Chance Qualifier for The Open

A YouTube golf star, a former Amateur Champion and multiple DP World Tour winners have been confirmed in the line-up for the Last-Chance Qualifier ahead of The Open.

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Shahrnush Parsipur, Iranian author of Women Without Men, dies at 80

The revered writer and political exile’s publisher says her ‘legacy in literary history can’t be compared to anyone else’s’Shahrnush Parsipur, the celebrated Iranian writer whose subversive works o...

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Prince Harry Loses Privacy Lawsuit Against Daily Mail Publisher

Prince Harry arriving at a court in London, in January. He and other celebrities had accused Associated Newspapers, the publisher of the Daily Mail, of intruding into their private lives.

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Ushida Findlay review: the mighty culture clash that gave us the dazzling Soft and Hairy House

V&A DundeeWhen Kathryn Findlay and Eisaku Ushida joined forces, a sensual kind of architecture was born – resulting in a hairy blue pod in Tokyo and a starfish beach palace in Qatar‘The future...

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At least nine police officers killed in southwestern Pakistan attack

Shahid Rind, a spokesman for the Balochistan government, says 15 assailants killed in 'clearance operations'.

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These New Smart Glasses From Solos Come With a Privacy Shield for the Cameras

You can clip a cover over the cameras, which could be a double-edged sword.

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Act soon to change ‘unsustainable’ direction of UK debt, OBR warns

Forecaster says curtailing rising costs such as health and pensions ‘are today’s challenge, not just tomorrow’s’Business live – latest updatesPolicymakers must act to prevent public debt rising uns...

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‘It still haunts me’: the puppet show Dracula that’s definitely not for small children

The dreaded bloodsucker will be getting his fangs into the Edinburgh fringe this year – in a deeply creepy, liberty-taking show with a sisterly twist. We meet its directorWho is your Dracula? Max S...

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Argentina vs Egypt LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026

Live coverage and text updates as Argentina play Egypt in the round of 16 knockout stage.

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French far-right leader Le Pen cleared to run for president

Appeals court shortens sentence for embezzlement but electronic monitoring could hinder her ability to campaign

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France appeals court opens door for Le Pen presidential run, with ankle tag

Paris appeals court rules Le Pen guilty of misusing public funds but reduces the ban on her holding public office.

aljazeera.com

Ships attacked in the Strait of Hormuz: What that means for ongoing talks

While marine traffic in Hormuz has steadily risen, vague provisions on the strait remain contentious in peace talks.

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Watch World Cup Day 26: Co-hosts USA and Ronaldo’s Portugal eliminated

Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.

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Rise of non-compete clauses blamed for harming productivity

Increase recorded by OECD, with restrictions extending to lower-paid roles despite moves to curb clauses in some countries

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Savi’s app aims to protect consumers from realistic AI scams like kidnappers demanding ransom

The company just raised $7 million in seed funding, and is launching its app for iPhone and Android on Tuesday.

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9.1m watch England's epic win over Mexico

A peak audience of 9.1 million tuned in overnight to watch England beat Mexico to reach the quarter-finals of the World Cup.

co.uk

Arsenal vs Chelsea and Manchester derby among Sky PL games in opening weeks

Premier League champions Arsenal against London rivals Chelsea, the Manchester derby at Old Trafford and Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola's return to Bournemouth will all be shown live on Sky Spo...

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Estonia Won the War on Fentanyl. What Came Next Was Even Worse.

Long before fentanyl swept American streets, Estonia battled the drug — and won.

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Ex-Nato chief behind defence review says Starmer’s military spending plan is too little, too late

George Robertson warns prime minister’s defence investment plan fails to meet scale of challenge facing the UKThe former Nato chief who led the government’s defence review has criticised the prime...

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The space bit of SpaceX is worth $8 a share, says Morgan Stanley

You miss all the moonshots you don’t take

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‘I presumed kids’ books were written by people who were white and dead’: new children’s laureate Patrice Lawrence

The author of Orangeboy, Indigo Donut and Is That Your Mama? plans to use her two-year term to ensure children isolated from reading get involvedWhen Patrice Lawrence got the call asking her to bec...

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Former Afghanistan fast bowler Zadran dies aged 38

Former Afghanistan fast bowler and "foundation-laying figure" Shapoor Zadran dies at the age of 38.

co.uk

The superstar double act that became England's Wonderwall

With 10 of England's 11 goals at the World Cup scored by either Harry Kane or Jude Bellingham, BBC Sport looks at how dependent on them the team is.

co.uk

‘An absolute triumph’: first reactions to Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey are ectastic

Following the film’s premiere, critics are already calling the historical epic a best picture Oscar contender. Here’s what they had to sayThe Odyssey, Christopher Nolan’s three-hour version of Home...

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Belgium’s World Cup Win Over U.S. Fuels Triumph and Snark in Europe

Belgium fans celebrating their team’s 4-1 World Cup win against the United States in Seattle on Monday.

nytimes.com

Egypt coach makes impassioned plea for Palestine in pre-match conference

Egypt coach makes impassioned plea for Palestine in pre-match conference

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‘It affected my confidence in my pussy’: gen X punk legends rage at menopause festival

At Menopunkapalooza, riot grrrls sang and rallied around a topic still taboo today: women’s health during midlifeThe music festival Menopunkapalooza began with the ceremonial application of an estr...

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Amundi Evian Championship: Guide to women's fourth major of 2026

The women's major season continues this week at the Amundi Evian Championship, with extended coverage from Evian Resort Golf Club in France live on Sky Sports.

skysports.com

The Responsibility to Protect doctrine can be resurrected

The legal norm has been manipulated and forgotten. But today it is needed more than ever

aljazeera.com

BTS review – pure joy and astonishing versatility at K-pop titans’ first UK show in seven years

Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, LondonFans and cynics are putty in the boyband’s hands as the lads lark their way through a catalogue of tracks that ricochet from hard rap to buttery popThe 2001 film Jo...

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What is the new Gaza administration as Hamas dissolves government?

The NCAG will oversee civilian affairs such as health and education, as well as security.

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UK High Court to rule in Prince Harry’s Daily Mail privacy case

UK High Court to rule on a privacy case brought by Prince Harry against Daily Mail publisher.

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Murley injury compounds England's back-three selection headache

England have called up Emmanuel Iyogun and Chandler Cunningham-South to replace Cadan Murley and Beno Obano, both of whom suffered injuries in the 45-21 defeat to South Africa in Johannesburg.

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New lawsuit alleges US shared asylum application details with Iran

A lawsuit alleges the Trump administration is divulging details of Iranian asylum seekers to the government of Iran.

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The Last One for the Road review – ageing-boozer tragicomedy offers drunken antics on the road to Venice

Two optimistic drinkers bumble around with a lovelorn student in tow in a depressing yet funny, faintly baffling tragicomedyFrancesco Sossai’s new film is not one that recognises the spoilsport cli...

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Erling Haaland Is Everywhere at the World Cup. Most of It Is AI

Norwegian striker Erling Haaland isn’t just a footballer anymore. He’s become an internet character perpetuated by fans and AI.

wired.com

People Used to Control Machines. They Don’t Anymore

In a world regulated by devices, humanity has become disconnected from the physical world—from stick-shift cars to postcards.

wired.com

Messi v Salah: A World Cup meeting of two national icons

Mohamed Salah and Lionel Messi will meet in the last 16 of the World Cup on Tuesday with their nations' hopes resting firmly on their shoulders.

co.uk

British Space Startup Launches Longevity Lab Into Orbit

The lab will beam back data to train AI models to predict how proteins behind age-related diseases like Alzheimer’s and certain cancers behave.

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Why China Fired a Long-Range Missile Into the Pacific

Beijing had long tested nuclear missiles only within its borders. A rare launch over an ocean shows it is determined to narrow the gap with the United States.

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‘Serious consequences’: Farage attacks Sky News after question about George Cottrell

Reform UK leader confronts journalist after question about gifts from friend and convicted fraudsterUK politics live – latest updatesNigel Farage has said Sky News bosses face “serious consequences...

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USA crashes out after 4–1 defeat to Belgium

Belgium thrashed the USA 4–1 to knock the host nation out of the World Cup, leaving home fans stunned.

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SpaceX wins bullish recommendations from Wall Street banks

Morgan Stanley gives Musk’s AI and rocket stock $300 price target as quiet period ends following record IPO

ft.com

‘You never truly quit’: how RuneScape survived to 25 – and beyond

The massively multiplayer online role-playing game has grown into a virtual social space and part of daily life for thousands of playersIn a small stone chapel, on the edgelands of a medieval wilde...

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FIFA World Cup: Argentina vs Egypt, Ronaldo exit and Mbappe condemns racism

Argentina continue their knockout journey against Egypt as Switzerland and Colombia also fight for progression.

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Estonia Won the War on Fentanyl. What Came Next Was Even Worse.

Long before fentanyl swept American streets, Estonia battled the drug — and won.

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Rachel Aviv: ‘There’s a way of writing about motherhood that can be very sentimental and boring’

As one of today’s greatest essayists, the Pulitzer-nominated writer’s new book investigates why the mother-daughter relationship is the most complex bond of allInterviewing Rachel Aviv is a great w...

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Low-cost loans for solar panels could save households hundreds on bills – thinktanks

New Economics Foundation and Finance Innovation Lab suggest loan scheme backed by Bank of England could benefit up to 8m homesMillions of UK households could save hundreds of pounds a year on their...

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‘I’ve always used my voice online’: the rapid rise of photographer Misan Harriman – and what happened next

After a career as a City headhunter, Harriman took up photography eight years ago and became well known for his protest images. He was soon shooting the cover of Vogue and made chair of the Southba...

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As Messi Dominates the World Cup, a War Is Waged Over Maradona’s Image

Portraits of Argentina’s Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona at a match in Dallas last month.

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'Overturn this' - Belgium mock Trump and FIFA after USA World Cup exit

Belgium players appeared to mock US President Donald Trump and FIFA after eliminating co-hosts USA from the World Cup.

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Cut the Alien Jokes, These Mysterious Spheres Are Likely Space Debris

The discovery bemused residents of a small town in northeastern Australia. The objects appear to be junk from a space launch, the country’s space agency said.

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Former Chelsea boss Rosenior named Paris FC manager

Liam Rosenior is back in football management with Ligue 1 club Paris FC after being sacked by Chelsea in April.

co.uk

What are Pickford's best attributes? Mary Earps gives her take...

Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps picks out Jordan Pickford's top three attributes as the he prepares to face Erling Haaland in the World Cup.

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Switzerland vs Colombia: World Cup last 16: Prediction, start time and news

Colombia, the World Cup's dangerous outsiders, take on Switzerland in Vancouver for a place in the quarterfinals.

aljazeera.com

After Iran war upheaval, global shipping eyes return to status quo

Industry known for its resilience is likely to emerge from war relatively unchanged, analysts say.

aljazeera.com

Labour asks Electoral Commission to investigate claims Farage broke electoral law by not disclosing gifts – UK politics live

Parliamentary authorities are already looking into a £5m donation to the Reform Uk leader from the crypto billionaire Christopher HarborneThe latest episode of the Guardian’s Politics Weekly UK pod...

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Russia touts ‘war with NATO’ amid losses in Ukraine

As Russia faces challenges on the frontlines and at home, President Putin's backers decry Kyiv's Western allies.

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Life Support review – quietly devastating medics’ eye view of the war in Gaza

In the absence of foreign media, doctors are valuable witnesses to the Israel-Hamas conflict in Daniele Rugo’s documentaryDying children and grieving parents are a fact of her work says Canadian pa...

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We Are Not Machines by Sarah O’Connor review – can dignity at work survive the tech revolution?

A Financial Times journalist ponders the future of labour in world increasingly dominated by AI and automationIt’s never been easy to land and keep a decent job. But it feels like it’s getting hard...

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The best to never win the World Cup, Ronaldo and Portugal must find new paths

Cristiano Ronaldo's contribution to the game cannot be questioned. One of the greatest ever to do it on the pitch.

skysports.com

Madonna was always anti-nostalgia. But looking back on Confessions II has revitalised her music

The veteran pop diva has pressed rewind to move forward on her new record – and beneath the bangers fizz a host of emotionally charged memories• Confessions II review – nostalgic dancefloor trip sp...

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NATO’s Turkiye summit live: Trump, leaders to meet in Ankara

Defence spending and support for Ukraine's military needs are expected to top the agenda of summit in Turkish capital.

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Why would we show an optical illusion to a monkey or a sparrow? To learn how they experience time, of course | Ishan Singhal

Animals may inhabit the same world as us, but new research shows how their perceptions of what is around them differsImagine standing in your garden. A bumblebee whizzes overhead too quickly to fol...

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Edinburgh festival 2026: 10 terrific shows we’ve already reviewed

From returning comedy award winner Sam Nicoresti to Flo & Joan’s cheeky One Man Musical, these are surefire standouts at the fringeEdinburgh festival 2026 reviewsIt may contain a brief moment o...

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England trying to fast track James' recovery ahead of Norway

England’s medics are working hard on Reece James in the hope that he may be able to help England’s right-back crisis and play some part in the World Cup quarter-final against Norway on...

skysports.com

Graham Platner faces calls to leave Maine Senate race after sexual assault allegation

Graham Platner is facing growing pressure to end his campaign for U.S. Senate in Maine after Politico reported an allegation of sexual assault. Platner has denied the claim.

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The man who invented a sport and played tennis with Willy Wonka

Brad Parks came up with the idea for a new sport while on a family picnic 50 years ago.

co.uk

New Strikes on Ships in Strait of Hormuz Test U.S.-Iran Cease-Fire

Vessels anchored near Muscat, Oman, last month.

nytimes.com

Meet 'Project 2029' — and its war on the annoyance economy

Remember Project 2025? Democrats are building their own governing blueprint, and one proposal takes aim at the "annoyance economy": robocalls, endless hold times, hidden fees and other everyday fru...

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France’s Court of Appeal to rule on Le Pen conviction – what it’s all about

The far-right leader could be prevented from running for president in 2027 if embezzlement charges are upheld.

aljazeera.com

NATO summit begins: Who is attending and what is at stake?

Trump warns NATO members ahead of summit, as European nations prepare to announce record defence spending.

aljazeera.com

China sentences former local official to death in $324m corruption case

Yang Youlin, an ex-official in the eastern city Nanjing, accepted bribes in exchange for business favours, court says.

aljazeera.com

Sun stoppers: seven ways to keep your home cool this summer

You can keep temperatures down without the cost – or environmental price – of air conditioning. Here’s some tips and tricksThe best fans to keep you cool in 2026 – tried and testedIn the UK we are...

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Call of My Life review – bright and breezy Nigerian call-centre romcom is just right for summer

Uzoamaka Power’s broken-hearted, lovable worker falls for a charming customer in this delightful, deftly written taleHere is a delightful Nigerian romcom, in which Soluchi, or “Sol” (played by Uzoa...

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Fuel on the fire: why oil companies are profiting as the world gets dangerously hot

The scientific consensus is that burning fossil fuels drives the climate crisis, yet the world’s biggest oil companies are planning to increase productionAs the world swelters in ever more dangerou...

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Country People by Daniel Mason review – a joyful follow-up to North Woods

This fantastical journey through family, folktales and a world beneath our feet is witty, uplifting and gorgeously writtenDaniel Mason’s latest novel sees him return to the verdant New England land...

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Palestine weekly: One thousand days of genocide in Gaza

Gaza marks 1,000 days of Israel's genocidal war, with at least 1,072 killed since October 'ceasefire'.

aljazeera.com

Sorry USA riled for World Cup thrashing by Belgium despite Balogun reprieve

Belgium midfielder Nicolas Raskin said his side’s win felt like a measure of justice after FIFA’s decision on Balogun.

aljazeera.com

Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 30

Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?

co.uk

TV tonight: six people join an Amish community for this new reality series

How will the group cope when they leave behind the trappings of modern society? Plus: a double bill of a cracking gay dating show. Here’s what to watch this evening10pm, TLCTapping into the cultur...

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‘Limited damage’: Upcoming Bollywood film angers Kashmir pellet gun victims

Makers of Chauhaan accused of mocking more than 1,000 Kashmiris partially or completely blinded by pellet shotguns.

aljazeera.com

Egyptians dream of toppling Argentina in historic World Cup match

Streets lined with flags, conversations centred on one match, and hopes pinned on the team ahead of Egypt vs Argentina.

aljazeera.com

A shambolic end for the American dream - did Balogun saga play a part?

Mauricio Pochettino says he feels "disappointed with too many people" who brought "politics and manipulation" into the game as the US' World Cup exit was dominated by talk of Folarin Balogun's avai...

co.uk

Herman Miller Promo Codes: 40% Off July 2026

Whether you’re looking for a Herman Miller promo code or discounts in their sale, here is how to save on the world's best ergonomic office furniture in July 2026.

wired.com

Heirs of 'odious' 167-year-old Supreme Court ruling see modern parallels

Descendants of Dred Scott and Chief Justice Roger Taney spoke about reconciliation at a church in the shadow of the Supreme Court last week as the high court wrestled with race and who can be an Am...

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Trump's NATO pressure campaign continues as summit begins

President Trump's arrival in Ankara kicks off another potentially tense meeting for NATO.

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Gov. Sherrill ran on freezing electricity rates. Can she bring relief to New Jersey?

Gov. Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat, campaigned on freezing electricity rates in New Jersey. Six months into her term, can her campaign promises bring relief to the high cost of power in the Garden State?

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US budget slashing risks losing global scientific edge to China

Experts warn that cuts to US research funding is weakening the country’s scientific and technological capacity.

aljazeera.com

Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup career ends as Spain defeat Portugal

Cristiano Ronaldo left the pitch for the last time at a World Cup, after Spain beat Portugal 1-0.

aljazeera.com

In NATO’s Next Act, Can Europe Play the Leading Role?

NATO leaders at last year’s summit in The Hague, where member states committed to increase spending on defense sharply by 2035.

nytimes.com

‘I can sense Sinatra enter my body and exit my lungs’: aboard the celebrity impersonators’ cruise

I joined Marilyn Monroe, Walter White, Ozzy Osbourne and other tribute artists on a cruise where imitation is its own art formINT. DECK 7, LE CABARET ROUGE, 11.37pmFrank Sinatra, palming a can of S...

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Labour and the Tories need to outflank the extremists

Kemi Badenoch and Andy Burnham must remember that elections are not fought and won on issues of culture alone

ft.com

Andy Burnham rules out splitting Treasury to avoid disruption

Likely next prime minister has been rethinking Britain’s economic levers to promote regional growth

ft.com

‘Bored? You’re never good enough to get bored!’ Oscar-winner Helen Hunt on great roles, unruly audiences and her RSC debut

The formidable actor talks about the challenge of finding meaty characters, tough times in the US – and co-starring with her dad’s hero Kenneth Branagh in The Cherry OrchardIt’s lunchtime in Stratf...

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How to stop AI becoming the enemy of younger workers

‘Seniority-biased’ hiring patterns in South Korea carry a lesson for the rest of the world

ft.com

Retailers warn over potential scale of Burnham’s proposed warehouse tax

Prospective UK premier wants to fund business rates cut for pubs, clubs and music venues by placing higher levies on warehouses and other large commercial sites

ft.com

The World Cup From 250 Miles Up

Over the years, astronauts aboard the International Space Station have photographed several of the cities hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

nasa.gov

China sentences official to death for taking $325m in bribes

The 69-year-old helped companies secure valuable contracts in exchange for money, a court heard.

co.uk

Anyone who doesn’t feel for Palestinians is not human: Egypt coach Hassan

Hossam Hassan uses his FIFA World Cup news conference to raise awareness about the plight of Palestinians in Gaza.

aljazeera.com

Balogun reprieve ends in anti-climax as US dumped out by Belgium

Folarin Balogun's red card reprieve appeared to hinder rather than help his country as an out-of-sorts USA side were thrashed 4-1 by Belgium to end the co-hosts' World Cup dreams.

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Belgium make light work of US to set up quarter-final tie with Spain

Belgium ease past a defensively sloppy USA in a match shrouded in controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun's delayed suspension, a scandal that made little impact on the pitch.

co.uk

US crashes out of World Cup after Trump red card controversy

Reinstated striker Balogun makes little impact as Belgium’s decisive 4-1 win ends host country participation in tournament

ft.com

Cuba sees nationwide power blackout for third time in six months

People in Cuba already faced an ongoing economic and humanitarian crisis, largely due to a US blockade.

aljazeera.com

Russia sends weapons to help Mali’s government hold off rebel siege

The Russian navy is carrying a shipment of weapons to help Mali’s government hold off a rebel advance.

aljazeera.com

Venezuela earthquakes death toll jumps to more than 3,500

Experts warn of an impending health crisis, with thousands sleeping in crowded temporary shelters.

aljazeera.com

AI just supercharged the race to find room temperature superconductors

Scientists have combined machine learning with quantum physics to discover two new superconductors and create a much faster way to search for many more. The technique could bring researchers signif...

sciencedaily.com

Fatal Typhoon Maysak floods burst dam wall in China

The reservoir wall in Heng County, Nanning, broke as rivers swelled from the passage of Typhoon Maysak.

co.uk

Netflix invented binge-watching. Now it may have outgrown it.

A new report suggests Netflix viewers aren’t sticking around for Season 2. The bigger issue may be that binge-watching itself is no longer the advantage it once was.

techcrunch.com

Resistance and revenge - Iran wanted to send a message with its farewell to Khamenei

Three days of public mourning in Tehran was a political spectacle Iran's leaders wanted the world to see, writes the BBC's international correspondent Lyse Doucet.

co.uk

What does China’s long-range missile test in the South Pacific mean for Australia? | David Vallance

The timing – on the day the Ocean of Peace Alliance treaty was signed with Fiji – reads as provocation at best, coercion at worstChinese government tells critics not to ‘overinterpret’ missile test...

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Why el-Obeid matters as Sudan’s war enters a new phase

How fighting for el-Obeid could shape both Sudan's war and its humanitarian crisis.

aljazeera.com

Gambian mothers fear for their daughters as court weighs FGM ban

As The Gambia's Supreme Court prepares to rule on the FGM ban, mothers fear the law could be weakened.

aljazeera.com

Trevor Noah mocks Trump-FIFA World Cup red card controversy

Comedian Trevor Noah joked that Trump’s intervention in Folarin Balogun’s red card saga was “government interference."

aljazeera.com

Stones pranks Tuchel with fake injury in dressing room celebration! 🕺

Watch the hilarious moment John Stones pranked England boss Thomas Tuchel with a fake shoulder injury during the dressing room celebrations after beating Mexico. X credit: @England.

skysports.com

Iran war live: Khamenei’s body arrives in Qom; Hamas cedes Gaza governance

Hamas dissolves its governing body in Gaza, paving the way for a technocratic committee to take over.

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Build a Palestinian State

Save the two-state solution and stabilize the Middle East.

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