All lobbying should be publicly declared in transparency laws shake-up, watchdog says
Ethics and integrity commission chief says overhaul is crucial to help restore trust in standardsAll lobbying of government ministers, aides and senior officials should be publicly declared – from...
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Disability benefits system ‘not working’ Timms review finds
Interim report into Pip found process had systematic and deep-rooted problems and required bold and radical overhaulA landmark government review of disability benefits has warned “challenging discu...
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Ambassadorial appointments should be subject to veto by MPs, committee recommends
Foreign affairs select committee says Peter Mandelson episode was ‘nothing short of disastrous’ for governmentPolitical selections for ambassador posts should be subject to a veto by MPs, a parliam...
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Wildcard Fery faces Zverev in Wimbledon semis, as Kostyuk meets Noskova
A partisan Centre Court backed home hope and world number 114 Fery in his incredible fairytale run to the last four.
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US expands military strikes on Iran after Trump says he’ll ‘hit them hard’
US forces have expanded their military strikes on Iran, after blaming Tehran for breaking the MoU to end the war.
aljazeera.com
Chris Sutton's World Cup quarter-final predictions
BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the quarter-final ties at the 2026 World Cup, including England against Norway.
co.uk
Justin Bieber joins Madonna, Shakira, BTS in World Cup final halftime show
FIFA expects 'a couple of billion' to tune in to the 11-minute performance, the first at a World Cup.
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Fery plans to use home crowd against Zverev in semi-final
Britain's Arthur Fery says he will use the crowd to "my advantage" against Germany's Alexander Zverev in their Wimbledon semi-final on Friday.
skysports.com
US launches second day of strikes against Iran
Attacks come hours after Donald Trump told a Nato summit the ceasefire with Tehran is ‘over’
ft.com
Lynn powers Northants into T20 Blast quarter-finals
Chris Lynn hits a 49-ball century to help Northamptonshire Steelbacks beat Glamorgan and seal their place in the men's T20 Blast quarter-finals.
co.uk
Former Wisconsin judge avoids prison in ICE obstruction case
Hannah Dugan's sentence comes after she helped an immigrant in the US avoid ICE agents waiting to arrest him in 2025.
aljazeera.com
Will we get a bank holiday if England wins World Cup?
The BBC's Chris Mason has been travelling with the prime minister for the Nato summit and asked a few questions.
co.uk
France lose appeal against Olise’s yellow card in Paraguay World Cup clash
If Olise is cautioned again against Morocco, he will be suspended for a potential semifinal against Spain or Belgium.
aljazeera.com
Deadly strikes in Gaza leave 5 dead, children wounded
Israeli strikes in Khan Yunis and Gaza City killed five people and wounded others, including children.
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Trump’s surprise Ukraine shift steadies nervous Nato allies
A summit that threatened new acrimony among the allies ended with free guns and ‘love in the room’
ft.com
Messi and Ronaldo Are Building Tech Portfolios. Mo Salah Is Playing a Different Game
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are betting on AI, health tech, and startups. Mohamed Salah is taking a more traditional route beyond football.
wired.com
Students Connect NASA Science With Indigenous Knowledge to Study Coastal Erosion
Story by Keri Moskowitz, Gulf of Maine Research Institute For the Pleasant Point Passamaquoddy Reservation, or Sipayik, the ocean has always been a teacher. Situated in what is known as Downeast Ma...
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Starmer planning bank holiday if England wins World Cup
Businesses argue jubilation would offset any economic setback while pubs say it would be a ‘dream come true’
ft.com
US launches new wave of strikes against Iran after promising to 'hit them hard'
Explosions have been reported by Iranian state media in parts of the country's south.
co.uk
Former rebel turned government ally proposes a path to peace for Sudan
Malik Agar Ayyir has proposed a national dialogue to end the civil war and steer Sudan towards democratic civilian rule.
aljazeera.com
Trump departs NATO summit on older Air Force One
Trump departed the NATO summit on an older Air Force One after arriving aboard the new Qatar-gifted aircraft.
aljazeera.com
US says conducting new wave of strikes on Iran as ceasefire falters
Second night of strikes comes after Trump says ceasefire 'over', suggests talks for lasting peace will continue.
aljazeera.com
Google’s deepfake detector system used to debunk McConnell hoax pic
Earlier this week, a picture that seemed to show Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell covered in tubes in a hospital bed in a state of extreme distress. It turned out to be an AI-generated fake.
techcrunch.com
Good tennis IQ & inner belief - how Fery reached shock Wimbledon semi-final
Good tennis IQ and inner belief - how British wildcard Arthur Fery has reached defied the odds to reach a shock Wimbledon semi-final.
co.uk
I Built a Self-Improving AI, and So Can You
Experiments in using AI to build AI show that the future doesn’t just belong to the frontier labs.
wired.com
Marine Le Pen cleared to run in France’s 2027 Presidential election
A French court ruling has reopened Marine Le Pen’s path to the 2027 presidential election.
aljazeera.com
Trump ordered to pay E Jean Carroll $5.8m after failed appeal
Trump ordered to pay $5.8m after the US Supreme Court rejected his appeal in the Carroll defamation and abuse case.
aljazeera.com
Iran Truce ‘Over,’ Trump Says, as He Threatens More Strikes
President Trump at the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, on Wednesday.
nytimes.com
Police investigate £37,500 donation to Jenrick leadership campaign
Met confirms inquiry after elections watchdog referred allegations that donations in 2024 were from foreign sourcePolice have launched an investigation into £37,500 of donations to Robert Jenrick’s...
theguardian.com
Wimbledon thought it had seen everything - then Fery arrived
Wimbledon has witnessed some extraordinary days on Centre Court - but British wildcard Arthur Fery reaching the semi-finals is among the very best.
co.uk
SpaceXAI releases Grok 4.5, which Elon describes as an ‘Opus-class model’
Elon Musk's tech company released the newest version of Grok on Wednesday, promising a cheaper, more efficient alternative to other powerful AI models.
techcrunch.com
This startup thinks robotics is about to have its ChatGPT moment
General Intuition is betting millions of hours of video game data can train the foundation models for physical AI, making it easier to build smarter robots with minimal real-world data.
techcrunch.com
Five key takeaways from the NATO summit in Ankara
Trump dominates summit with anti-Europe and Iran diatribes as NATO pledges to expand defence budgets and Ukraine support
aljazeera.com
War on Gaza draws large crowds to Khamenei’s funeral in Iraq
More than a million mourners packed streets in Najaf, Iraq for Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s funeral procession.
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Wildcard Fery storms past Cobolli to reach semis and make Wimbledon history
Arthur Fery makes history at Wimbledon by defeating Italy's Flavio Cobolli in straight sets to become the first British wildcard and only the second in tournament history, to reach the semi-finals.
co.uk
Israeli air strikes in Gaza kill eight, including two children
Medics report 12 injuries alongside eight deaths in Gaza as Israeli air strikes target civilians and displaced families.
aljazeera.com
Google Photos adds a new AI ‘Video Remix’ tool
The feature can do things like apply cinematic relighting to brighten up a dark clip, swap out a plain background for something fun, or add artistic styles to videos.
techcrunch.com
Burnham’s economic blueprint focuses on small business and cost of living
Plan drawn up by key adviser Miatta Fahnbulleh aims to unite different wings of Labour Party
ft.com
R&A announce new code of conduct for Open
Fans at next week's Open are being asked to abide by a new code of conduct brought in by the R&A.
co.uk
Dimming the Sun Would Help Lower the Risks of El Niño
As worries about a growing super El Niño mount, new findings suggest a radical solution to mitigating its impacts.
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As More Remains Are Found in Rubble From Venezuela Earthquakes, Horror Becomes Routine
A priest and nuns blessing the rubble of a collapsed building in Catia La Mar on Tuesday.
nytimes.com
France returns Syrian artefacts it’s held since civil war
France has returned 23 Syrian antique artefacts it’s held since the outbreak of the 2011 civil war.
aljazeera.com
Why this CEO thinks video games make better training data than the internet
When it comes to achieving artificial general intelligence (AGI), large language models just don’t have what it takes. Models like ChatGPT and Claude are great at text, but they...
techcrunch.com
How Morocco can win the FIFA World Cup 2026 title
Morocco has long dreamed of a World Cup title. Now, the trophy is finally within reach - can they seize the moment?
aljazeera.com
Heartbreak and Anger in Egypt Over a Stinging World Cup Loss to Argentina
Egyptian football fans in Cairo react on Tuesday at the end of their national team’s World Cup loss to Argentina in the round of 16.
nytimes.com
I've lost the fire to regain spot in new-look England side - Beaumont
England batter Tammy Beaumont discusses the emotions of her retirement, reflects on her career and calls for more Test cricket in the women's game.
co.uk
'Emotions I hadn't experienced before' - Fery on 'incredible' quarter-final win
Arthur Fery is through to his first Wimbledon semi-final after an "incredible" victory over Italy's Flavio Cobolli on Centre Court. The British wildcard revealed he was always confident of pulling...
co.uk
Britain's Fery stuns Cobolli to reach Wimbledon semi-finals
Britain's Arthur Fery stunned Flavio Cobolli in straight sets to continue his remarkable wild-card run and reach the semi-finals of Wimbledon.
skysports.com
William D. Zabel, High-Flying Lawyer and Civil Rights Champion, Dies at 89
William D. Zabel in 2007. Justice Sonia Sotomayor of the U.S. Supreme Court said he had “remained true to the lawyer’s responsibilities to help secure a just world.”
nytimes.com
The Guardian view on the flamingo revolution: Albanians are standing up for their rights, as well as for nature | Editorial
Plans for a mega-resort, backed by Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, have spurred broader questions about who politics is servingFor more than a month, thousands have taken to the streets of Tirana t...
theguardian.com
NATO pledges 70 billion euros for Ukraine as Trump praises peace ‘progress’
Trump says US will 'show' Ukraine how to produce Patriot missile systems during a friendly appearance with Zelenskyy.
aljazeera.com
Ukraine to get licence to produce Patriot missiles, Trump says
Although the Patriots are highly effective against Russia's ballistic missiles, they also have lengthy production times.
co.uk
Is it a world record? Club smashes 417-2 off 20 overs
A club side from Gloucestershire are waiting to see if they have made the highest-ever total in T20 cricket after making 417-2.
co.uk
Meta wants its AI glasses to seem less creepy. Its AI strategy says otherwise.
Meta is adding a new safeguard to stop people from secretly recording others with its AI glasses. But the update comes as the company continues to expand how much personal data its AI products coll...
techcrunch.com
Internal File Finds I.C.C. Prosecutor Engaged in Sexual Harassment
Karim Khan, the International Criminal Court’s chief prosecutor, at a meeting of the United Nations Security Council last year.
nytimes.com
As Erdogan Hosted NATO, His Jailed Challenger Was in Court
Ekrem Imamoglu, the former mayor of Istanbul, during a political rally in 2024, before his detention.
nytimes.com
R&A issues new fan conduct guidelines to avoid bad behaviour at The Open
The R&A has launched a new fan code of conduct ahead of The Open at Royal Birkdale, with spectators at risk of being removed from the course for serious or repeated breaches.
skysports.com
OpenAI releases new voice models for more natural live conversations
OpenAI says its new voice mode can speak and listen at the same time, a key ability for live translation.
techcrunch.com
Starmer says Trump wants to ‘stay in touch’ after he steps down
PM suggests maintaining links with US president will be part of his continued responsibility to UK-US relationshipEurope live – latest updatesDonald Trump has agreed to stay in touch with Keir Star...
theguardian.com
Spread of Seafloor Directly Observed for the First Time
Île Saint-Paul, a tiny island in the Indian Ocean, some 120 miles southwest of the deep sea site where the Antarctica and Australia tectonic plates diverged during an earthquake in 2024.
nytimes.com
The Strait of Hormuz is now at the centre of Iranian and US calculus
The fate of the strait is directly linked to what happens next to the world economy.
aljazeera.com
'Gutted' Christie 'desperate' to help Scotland to more finals
At 31, Bournemouth midfielder Ryan Christie is determined to help Scotland reach more major finals after his World Cup disappointment.
co.uk
Zverev defeats injured Fritz to reach semi-finals
Alexander Zverev produces a dominant display to end his dismal losing streak against Taylor Fritz and reach his first semi-final at Wimbledon.
co.uk
US charges Indian crime leader in Sikh activist’s assassination
US indicts Indian crime boss, links him to Sikh leader's killing that strained India-Canada relations.
aljazeera.com
British wildcard Fery stuns Cobolli to reach semi-finals
British wildcard Arthur Fery will play for a place in the Wimbledon final after extending his sensational run with a stunning victory over Flavio Cobolli.
co.uk
Egypt criticises ‘influential refereeing’ in Argentina World Cup match
Egyptian football officials have reportedly lodged a complaint with FIFA against the referees in their last-16 match.
aljazeera.com
A Golden Boot race for the ages - but who will come out on top?
It's fast becoming a World Cup Golden Boot for the ages. But who will win it?
co.uk
Prime Intellect raises $130M Series A to help enterprises build their own AI agents
The round, led by Radical Ventures, values the two-year old startup at $1 billion.
techcrunch.com
Far-right leader Le Pen starts campaign, faces mixed reactions in France
A court ruling has allowed Le Pen to campaign despite embezzlement conviction, sparking heated debates across France.
aljazeera.com
Who's Count Binface, candidate wanting to stand in by-election against Farage?
After the announcement that Reform UK leader Nigel Farage would quit his Clacton constituency and stand in a by-election, the serial election candidate Count Binface posted online: "Game on, Nige."
co.uk
Another massive data breach exposed millions of driver’s license numbers
The cyberattack targeting a U.S. insurance giant is the largest known breach of driver's license numbers so far in 2026.
techcrunch.com
Watch: Why is there a 'black cloud' over unity at the Nato summit?
US President Donald Trump has used the Nato summit to criticise the lack of support for his war on Iran, and revive his interest in taking over Greenland.
co.uk
Reform to ask for Clacton byelection to be held on 6 August after Farage resignation
Constituents to vote in contest being boycotted by major parties over financial scandal surrounding Reform leaderReform UK will request that the Clacton byelection be held on 6 August, the party ha...
theguardian.com
Germany urges US-Iran negotiations, offers to minesweep Hormuz
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul urged the US and Iran to resume negotiations.
aljazeera.com
Trump’s Iran strike comments shake markets, Brent crude hits two-week high
Travel stocks plunged as fuel costs rise, United Airlines fell 3 percent, while energy stocks saw gains.
aljazeera.com
Farage denies resignation is publicity stunt as Reform proposes August by-election date
The Reform UK leader tells the BBC it is "only fair" that it is the electorate who judges him.
co.uk
‘I dealt with death, bankruptcy and HIV in three months’: Andreas Angelidakis on his radical, Ru Paul-influenced art installation
Spliff in hand, the Greek artist and architect explains how his Venice pavilion was inspired by Picasso’s Guernica, Charlie Kirk’s widow … and a hatred of pavilions‘Do you mind if I’m smoking while...
theguardian.com
FCA says lenders want to let ‘foxes guard the henhouse’ on car finance
UK regulator alleges in court filing that lenders want to determine own liability for compensation
ft.com
These AI startups are growing revenue at faster and faster rates
There are a lot of fast-growing AI startups, but some are growing even faster, they say.
techcrunch.com
Superstars, politics & hydration breaks: Themes of the World Cup so far
A rest day at the World Cup provides the opportunity to take stock of how the biggest-ever edition has gone so far.
skysports.com
McConville urges Wicklow to meet the moment in final
Wicklow manager Oisin McConville hopes this weekend's Tailteann Cup final against Down proves a launchpad for the county as he chases his first trophy in inter-county management.
co.uk
Are Argentina being treated favourably at World Cup?
Egypt have alleged bias in favour of Argentina and favouritism towards their star player, Lionel Messi. Is this fair?
co.uk
Treasury yet to do due diligence on finding extra money for UK’s Nato spend
How to hit the 3.5% of GDP defence spending promise would be a matter for ‘the next prime minister’, MPs told The Treasury has as yet carried out no analysis of the trade-offs necessary for the UK...
theguardian.com
FIFA World Cup: Quarterfinal brackets, match schedule and game previews
Talking points as France, Morocco, Spain, Belgium, Norway, England, Argentina and Switzerland aim for World Cup glory.
aljazeera.com
Zelenskyy seeks NATO support as Russia continues attacks
At the NATO summit, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had urged European allies to build missiles.
aljazeera.com
How are famous faces invited into Wimbledon's royal box?
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team examines how the Centre Court royal box really works at Wimbledon.
co.uk
At End of NATO Summit, Leaders Find Much to Agree on Despite Trump’s Insults
A declaration signed by the leaders of all NATO members on Wednesday affirmed a commitment to collective defense and reiterated the alliance’s support for Ukraine.
nytimes.com
The key players walking disciplinary tightrope
Four England players are at risk of missing a potential World Cup semi-final because of the tournament's yellow-card rules.
co.uk
Global Warming Could Ravage the Amazon’s Useful Plant Species, Study Finds
The study warned that major losses of plant species could occur in the coming decades even if nations limit global warming to moderate levels.
nytimes.com
Datacentres are a ticking time bomb. We must make sure AI’s benefits outweigh the costs | Nicki Hutley
They suck up energy and water, and blast out heat. Just who is better off from all this investment – aside from tech bros?The two great existential threats of our time – the climate crisis and AI –...
theguardian.com
Moana review – Dwayne Johnson’s demigod on autopilot in dull live-action remake
Johnson reprises his role from the original animation and has fine rapport with his young co-star Catherine Laga’aia, but the whole enterprise feels cynical and pointlessDisney’s animated super-hit...
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Solo GP Ashley Smith announces second $25M fund to back startups in AI, security and more
Vermilion Cliffs Ventures announced Wednesday the close of a $25 million Fund II.
techcrunch.com
Reform Wales leader defends Farage establishment claims
Dan Thomas has given his backing to Nigel Farage, who triggered a by-election in Clacton on Tuesday.
co.uk
Le Pen Launches Presidential Campaign, in a Twist for French Politics
Marine Le Pen greeting supporters as she arrives on Wednesday for a campaign event in La Flèche, France.
nytimes.com
Why have 100,000 people been signed off work with ADHD in the UK?
New government statistics find four million people claimed disability benefits in April.
aljazeera.com
Nigel Farage’s unusual by-election opponent: Count Binface
Comedy candidate is becoming a vehicle for opposition to Reform UK’s leader
ft.com
Hubble Captures Star-Studded Cluster
This image from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope showcases Messier 3 (M3), one of the Milky Way galaxy’s most massive globular clusters, or spherical collections of gravitationally boun...
nasa.gov
Emotional moment Jai Arrow carries out Shield for State of Origin game
Former South Sydney Rabbitohs and Queensland player Jai Arrow, who announced his retirement earlier this year after being diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND), carries out the State of Origin...
skysports.com
ICC contacts ECB over Stokes retirement video
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is contacted by the International Cricket Council (ICC) over Ben Stokes’ retirement announcement.
co.uk
Venus Aerospace raises $90M Series B to build a new kind of rocket engine
Build a new kind of rocket engine, and the world will beat a path to your door.
techcrunch.com
Blue Origin reportedly raising $10B at $130B valuation
Blue Origin is raising $10 billion at a $130 billion pre-money valuation from Coatue Asset Management, Bezos himself and other big-name investors, the New York Times reported.
techcrunch.com
World Cup quiz: Teams to have played the most quarter-finals
With the first World Cup quarter-final taking place tomorrow we've been inspired to make this quiz.
co.uk
Supreme Court financial disclosures reveal how their books add to their income
The Supreme Court annual financial reports shed light on the justices' gifts, travel and personal lives.
npr.org
Does ‘frustrated’ Verstappen have anywhere to go from Red Bull?
An extremely frustrating British Grand Prix weekend for Max Verstappen has done little to calm speculation around the four-time world champion making a potential exit from Red Bull at the end of th...
skysports.com
Why has UK Reform’s Nigel Farage resigned as MP? What happens next?
Farage faces intense scrutiny over undeclared donations before 2024 elections as he says he'll run in by-election.
aljazeera.com
Farage’s Resignation Risks Becoming Farce as U.K. Parties Boycott Clacton By-Election
“I’ve decided that the people of Clacton should be the judges of my actions,” Nigel Farage, the leader of the Reform U.K. party, said as he announced his resignation as a lawmaker on Tuesday in Lon...
nytimes.com
Farage told me he would quit politics after Brexit. Now, mired in scandal, he should do it and mean it | Simon Jenkins
His byelection stunt shows he is clearly rattled by a perilous position. Wildcards rarely endure: his future is behind himBritain’s politics was never so weird. First, the people of Makerfield choo...
theguardian.com
Timeline: 20 years of Hamas rule in Gaza, from election to political exit
A chronological look at key milestones from Hamas's 2006 election victory to its 2026 exit from governing Gaza.
aljazeera.com
Why can’t we count our dead?
Most of the world's dead never make the official record. The death toll is an educated guess, not an actual count.
aljazeera.com
New U.S. passports with Trump's image are available. Here's how to get (or avoid) one
The passports feature an image of President Trump and are only available in person at the Washington Passport Agency — and only by appointment.
npr.org
Why Kane is safe from missing WC semi...but Bellingham is NOT
Sky Sports' Dave Reed explains which FOUR England players need to watch their step in the World Cup quarter-final against Norway and why one of them is NOT captain Harry Kane.
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Why Kane is safe from missing World Cup semi...but Bellingham is NOT
Sky Sports' Dave Reed explains which FOUR England players need to watch their step in the World Cup quarter-final against Norway and why one of them is NOT captain Harry Kane.
skysports.com
Wrexham to 'hold nerve' in transfer window - Parkinson
Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson urging patience after a slow start to the transfer window by the Championship club.
co.uk
Iran’s supreme leader’s coffin arrives in Najaf
Thousands of mourners thronged Najaf as the coffin of the late supreme leader moved through the city.
aljazeera.com
An Afghan girl calmly milks a giant yak: Daniel Malikyar’s best photograph
‘In the Pamir Mountains, there’s salted yak milk every morning for breakfast. You stay warm at night on the floor in the yurt burning yak dung in the furnace’My parents and grandparents migrated to...
theguardian.com
German doctor jailed for killing 15 of his patients
The German palliative care doctor was found guilty of murdering 12 women and three men between September 2021 and July 2024.
co.uk
IMF upgrades UK growth forecast as fears over impact of Iran war diminish
July update projects GDP growth of 1% this year, making UK the third fastest-growing economy in the G7The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded its growth forecast for the UK, while leavin...
theguardian.com
IMF warns inflation threat looms large over global economy
Fund raises its projections for price growth as Trump declares ceasefire with Iran is ‘over’
ft.com
McIlroy: Scottish Open 'feels like home' and 'perfect' prep for The Open
Rory McIlroy believes the Genesis Scottish Open is the "perfect" preparation for The Open and should be used as a "blueprint" in incorporating national opens into the new PGA Tour schedule.
skysports.com
Ruth Ellis, last woman hanged in UK, granted posthumous conditional pardon
Ellis, 28, was executed in 1955 after fatally shooting her abusive partner David BlakelyUK politics live – latest updatesRuth Ellis, the last woman to be hanged in the UK, has been granted a condit...
theguardian.com
NATO Summit Gives Trump New Chance to Bust Out Old Grievances
President Trump at the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, on Wednesday.
nytimes.com
Trump threatens Spain trade, demands US take over Greenland at NATO summit
The US president described Spain as a 'terrible partner' over its actions during the US-Israel war on Iran.
aljazeera.com
FIFA World Cup 2026: Biggest takeaways from the round of 16
The last-16 phase is now behind us with plenty of key talking points as the tournament enters the quarterfinals.
aljazeera.com
Has the World Cup signalled the end of chaos at corners?
Can the Premier League learn anything from the refereeing of corners at the World Cup?
co.uk
'A nail in the hearts of Queensland!' | Best scores BRILLIANT length-of-field try!
Bradman Best extends New South Wales' lead in the State of Origin game.
skysports.com
New barnet: why is everyone wigging out over Dwayne Johnson’s Moana hairpiece?
The live-action remake of Disney’s hit animation is out this Friday and meme-makers have been speaking bald truths about The Rock’s nylon mopDisney’s new live-action Moana remake might not have a l...
theguardian.com
Gaza aid worker killed minutes before World Cup screening he organised
Mohammed al-Wahidi was killed in an Israeli strike just before people gathered for a World Cup screening he organised.
aljazeera.com
The Foam Era Has Changed Pickleball—Here Are the Top 2 Pickleball Paddles Right Now
New tech has changed the game with the latest generation of pickleball paddles. Here's what to know and what to buy.
wired.com
Conditional pardon granted for Ruth Ellis, last woman executed in UK
Ruth Ellis was hanged at London's Holloway Prison in 1955 after being convicted of murdering her lover David Blakely.
co.uk
Masterful Cleary stars as NSW win Origin decider
Nathan Cleary scores two tries in an inspirational performance as New South Wales stun Queensland to clinch the State of Origin series with victory in Brisbane.
co.uk
BBC and Channel 4 in talks to create British streaming champion
Broadcaster’s new director-general Matt Brittin says UK needs platform to compete with Netflix
ft.com
Inspiration for Trump's arch was sparked long before the design was first approved
The design process for new memorials shouldn't be fast-tracked or dictated by a select few, experts say. But a small group of people close to President Trump played an outsized role in the arch's q...
npr.org
Dalic leaves as Croatia coach after nine years
Croatia head coach Zlatko Dalic steps down after nine years in charge following their defeat against Portugal in the World Cup.
co.uk
'All-court' Janse van Rensburg backed to make Test impact
Benhard Janse van Rensburg's ability to make hits in defence and plays in attack will add to England's midfield says senior assistant coach Richard Wigglesworth.
co.uk
Do you know where your birth certificate is? Journalist warns of new voting barriers
The rules of the midterms are being rewritten, from redistricting to campaign money. Mother Jones journalist Ari Berman explains why President Trump seems "obsessed with the mechanics of voting."
npr.org
The great AI data centre cover-up
Tech companies need to come clean about the mounting environmental fallout of their race to build more hubs
ft.com
Former OpenAI exec Kevin Weil is now on the board of Stoke Space
Kevin Weil's new role at Stoke Space suggests reusable rockets are the next hot thing in Silicon Valley.
techcrunch.com
Meet the duo visiting all 16 World Cup venues in a London cab
Meet Ollie Jenks and Seth Scott, who are attempting to visit all 16 World Cup stadiums in a traditional London taxi.
co.uk
Egypt want officials kicked out of World Cup
The Egyptian FA lodges a complaint with Fifa and demands an investigation into "double standards" of officiating in the controversial defeat by Argentina.
co.uk
Early Cleary double stuns Queensland in State of Origin game!
Nathan Cleary scores twice for New South Wales in the State of Origin game against Queensland.
skysports.com
Chris Mason: It's far from certain whether by-election will strengthen Farage
The Reform UK leader faces a challenge from Count Binface as the main parties rule out standing in Clacton.
co.uk
More Reform UK transactions worth millions reported to National Crime Agency
Exclusive: Bankers have raised potential money-laundering concerns over loans and donations involving senior party figuresUK politics live – latest updatesA host of transactions involving Reform UK...
theguardian.com
Imagine a world without Wagner … it’s not easy, but let’s try
As the Bayreuth festival turns 150, we look at the composer’s huge and enduring influence, and wonder what might have happened to classical music in his absence?One hundred and fifty years ago this...
theguardian.com
Former world champion Moloney signs with Zuffa Boxing
Former bantamweight world champion Jason Moloney has signed a multi-fight deal with Zuffa Boxing.
skysports.com
UK waters hit with extreme heatwave as global sea temperatures reach record levels
Experts warn that some marine species are at risk of ‘mass mortality events’ in ever-warming oceansUK waters are being hit with an “extreme” marine heatwave, the Met Office has said, as scientists...
theguardian.com
LG Micro RGB Evo Review: Brilliant, Bright, Not Budget-Friendly
It’s hard to say if the pricey LG Micro RGB Evo television is worth shelling out for compared to its cheaper competitors, but you’ll probably enjoy its color-popping display.
wired.com
‘We won’t give up, we’ll keep fighting’: activists in Colombia vow to resist far-right push for fossil fuels
As the newly elected president, Abelardo de la Espriella, pledges to exploit oil reserves, environmentalists prepare to defend climate progressIt is hard for Yuvelis Morales Blanco to pinpoint when...
theguardian.com
The unknown photos that tell the story of the US’s Black colleges
Rare photographs tucked away in HBCU archives are being preserved and widely shared with the world for the first timeHistorically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), most of which were founded...
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Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced review – bootyful high seas adventure, now with 20% more swashbuckling
PS5, PC, Xbox Series X/S; Ubisoft Singapore/UbisoftUbisoft has removed all the boring parts of pirate life from its fantasy RPG, creating something more focused and funEdward Kenway isn’t your dad’...
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Pickup Artist Mystery Has an AI Girlfriend
A new book claims that Mystery, who teaches awkward men how to hit on women, had sex and smoked weed with an AI chatbot named Miss Shira Always.
wired.com
Cubans protest after third nationwide power cut this year
While Cuban officials said that power had been mostly restored, those still left in the dark vented their anger.
co.uk
A striker duel for the ages & Qatar revenge - what to expect in quarter-finals
Setting the scene for each of the four intriguing World Cup quarter-finals that begin on Thursday.
co.uk
Oil Prices Jump After Trump Says Deal With Iran Is ‘Over’
Attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz sparked a new cycle of retaliation that could throttle the flow of energy from the region.
nytimes.com
Goals galore - how dominant is Premier League wealth at World Cup?
BBC Sport explores just how dominant the Premier League's wealth is at the World Cup.
co.uk
Who are the Wimbledon record-holders?
Our Ask Me Anything team looks at who has won the most Wimbledon singles and doubles titles.
co.uk
Trump says ceasefire is 'over' after US and Iran trade strikes
Speaking ahead of a Nato summit, the president says US negotiators can keep talking with the Iranians "if they want".
co.uk
Live Updates: Trump Lashes Out at Europe at NATO Summit
President Trump assailed allies for not joining the war in Iran, called Spain “hopeless” and repeated his desire to control Greenland. His criticism cast a pall over a meeting critical for NATO’s f...
nytimes.com
Lack of safeguards over prisoners’ early release puts abuse victims at risk, Lammy warned
Exclusive: victims commissioner and domestic abuse commissioner call for pause on planned releasesA failure to put in place safeguards ahead of a change to the law that will result in offenders bei...
theguardian.com
World Cup Golden Boot: Messi leads Mbappe, Haaland before quarterfinals
Messi is the top goal scorer after tallying his eighth against Egypt, with Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe next best.
aljazeera.com
Switzerland fans’ joy as team reaches World Cup quarter-final
Switzerland fans’ joy as team reaches World Cup quarter-final
aljazeera.com
Former Maine senator Troy Jackson calls for Graham Platner to drop out
A Martinez speaks with former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson, a Democrat who campaigned for Graham Platner and filed to become a potential replacement for Platner on the U.S. Senate ballot.
npr.org
Trump says ceasefire ‘over’ after US, Iran trade attacks
Trump made the announcement at a NATO summit after Iran attacked bases hosting US forces in Kuwait and Bahrain.
aljazeera.com
O'Neill confident Duran deal will only be start of Celtic summer signings
Martin O’Neill is anticipating Celtic's transfer business to accelerate with Camilo Duran on the verge of becoming the club's first new summer signing.
skysports.com
What Happens if China Hacks the US Water Supply? I Went to a Secret War Game to Find Out
Burst water mains. Evacuated hospitals. In a closed-door simulation, insurers played out their response to a mass disruption by China’s Volt Typhoon hackers—and found a nightmare scenario.
wired.com
Marine Le Pen’s Return Has Sidelined Her Protégé. Can They Join Forces?
For months, Jordan Bardella was set to be the French far-right’s candidate for the presidency — until his mentor, Marine Le Pen, nudged him aside this week. Their relationship could define the camp...
nytimes.com
Nigel Farage’s rivals are ‘running scared’, says Reform
Senior figures dismiss claims that decision to call by-election in Clacton seat has backfired
ft.com
Denmark Says It Will Defend ‘Every Inch’ of NATO as Trump Eyes Greenland Again
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen of Denmark at the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, on Wednesday. “We are ready to defend every inch of NATO, including our own territory,” she said.
nytimes.com
Tesco explores sale of European business
Disposal would refocus UK’s biggest grocer on home market and end decades-long attempt to build major global operation
ft.com
The World Cup stars who could have played for England
While there is no shortage of talent in the England squad, a number of World Cup stars from other nations could have featured for the Three Lions if things had worked out differently.
co.uk
Why have US-Iran strikes resumed and what does it mean for peace?
Both sides have accused each other of violating the memorandum of understanding signed in June.
aljazeera.com
Booyakasha! Sacha Baron Cohen has completed a new Ali G movie
Report says new film has finished filming – although title and release date not yet confirmedTwenty-four years after Staines’s foremost political interlocutor was last seen on the big screen in Ali...
theguardian.com
This Former DeepMind Exec Thinks the AI Arms Race Could End in Disaster
Verity Harding tells WIRED that the US government’s nationalistic attitude toward AI is evidence that a worst-case scenario is taking shape.
wired.com
'Your boys took a hell of a beating' - England and Norway's football rivalry
England's meeting with Norway in the World Cup quarter-final revives memories a commentary more famous than their rivalry.
co.uk
Maine Democrats say Platner's campaign is trying to influence replacement process
The state Democratic Party accused Platner's campaign of trying to "put their thumb on the scale" of the process to replace him if he drops his bid for Senate. Platner's team has denied doing so.
npr.org
‘He saw signs saying No Blacks – but he never got bitter’: Sterling Betancourt, the man who brought steelpan music to the UK
Moving to the UK in the 1950s, the Trinidadian musician endured racism and built his own instruments from waste. After his death aged 96, his widow recalls his patience and positivityWearing rusty...
theguardian.com
Watch World Cup Day 27: Egypt exits after controversial loss to Argentina
Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.
aljazeera.com
Why Newcastle target Manzambi is in demand
Johan Manzambi has been one of the World Cup's breakout stars, so can Newcastle United win the race to sign the Freiburg midfielder?
co.uk
Zelensky Renews Demands for Defense Systems Ahead of Trump Meeting at NATO Summit
Volodymyr Zelensky attending a bilateral meeting with the German Chancellor in Ankara on Tuesday.
nytimes.com
For Rebels in Congo, Ebola Could Help Strengthen Their Rule
A church member distributes food to displaced people at the Kigonze camp. The camp is home to more than 25,000 people in Bunia, Ituri province, the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in the eastern De...
nytimes.com
The rise of blue-space therapy: how the sea is helping people deal with trauma, anxiety and addiction
‘Sea cures’ are not new but the idea that exposure to oceans, rivers and lakes can be medicine for the brain is gaining tractionWatching the waves break across the vast, roaring ocean in front of h...
theguardian.com
Lord's braced for historic Test as England and India face off
England suffered a heartbreaking seven-wicket defeat to Australia in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup final at Lord's, but they have the chance to write new headlines at the 'Home of Cricket' less tha...
skysports.com
Free Waymo Rides in California? You Can Thank a Regulatory Quirk
A key delay from a state agency means robotaxi rides in the company’s new Ojai vehicle might be free for a few more months.
wired.com
The Iranian Striker: The journey of Mehdi Taremi | Al Jazeera Originals
From Bushehr to the world stage, Mehdi Taremi reflects on football, sacrifice and representing Iran.
aljazeera.com
World Cup: Which teams made the quarterfinals, and what’s the schedule?
Complete FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals lineup, with match start times and venue locations inside the United States.
aljazeera.com
Why have half a million Russians gone bankrupt amid Ukraine war?
European intelligence report warns of strain on Russia's banks, but experts say a full-blown crisis is unlikely
aljazeera.com
World Cup 2026 quarterfinals: Full schedule and Egypt FIFA dispute
World Cup quarterfinals are set, with eight teams advancing as Egypt’s FIFA controversy and VAR decisions prompt debate.
aljazeera.com
Australian World Cup star Mabil fires back at far-right politician
Australian World Cup star Mabil fires back at far-right politician
aljazeera.com
The great carbon capture con: behold the wasted billions Burnham could claw back | George Monbiot
There are far better ways to tackle climate breakdown, but successive governments have chosen to listen to the fossil fuel companies insteadThe new prime minister will be looking for money? Well, h...
theguardian.com
Service by Lauren Mooney review – a very modern ghost story
The chills are genuinely spooky in this haunted-house tale about contemporary precarity – a debut that speaks to our timesThere are, MR James tells us, five conditions that must be met for a p...
theguardian.com
A Grand Day Out/The Wrong Trousers review – rereleased Nick Park classics are a complete treat
The first two Wallace and Gromit films see the pair blasting off for the moon in search of cheese, and trying to foil a heist by Feathers McGrawEach heralded by composer Julian Nott’s wonderful and...
theguardian.com
Hot French startup ZML releases free product to speed inference across lots of AI chips
ZML, a hot French AI startup endorsed by Turing Award winner Yann LeCun, has now released ZML/LLMD, software that could make running AI less costly.
techcrunch.com
Re-election would not put Farage in the clear
Opposition parties refuse to stand against scandal-hit politician in Reform’s safest seat of Clacton
ft.com
Health risk fears for storks in Europe over ‘junk food’ from landfill
Rubbish dumps can expose birds to contaminants, raising questions over whether landfill foraging helps or harmsStorks are gaining weight from a diet of literal junk, according to research that sugg...
theguardian.com
Watch: Gaza football fans watch World Cup from rubble
Hundreds of people cheered for Egypt, which shares a border with Gaza, in the match against Argentina.
co.uk
GB's Rutter wins bronze on return after birth of son
Great Britain's Amber Rutter wins bronze at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in her first international competition since the birth of her second son.
co.uk
AI chip maker SambaNova raises $1B at $11B valuation, 5 months after last mega round
AI chip maker SambaNova has raised at an $11B valuation months after Intel was rumored to be trying to buy it for about $1.6 billion.
techcrunch.com
NATO summit live: Trump, world leaders meet in Turkiye’s Ankara
The second and final day of the key gathering is under way in Turkiye's capital.
aljazeera.com
South Korea falls into bear market as traders fret over AI chipmakers’ prospects
Kospi retreats more than 20% from June peak as sentiment starts to turn on Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix
ft.com
Labour calls on Farage to ‘come clean’ over £5m gift and work with crime agency over money laundering concerns - UK politics live
Lib Dems tell Reform UK leader ‘the game is up’ as political rivals vow to boycott ‘stunt’ Clacton byelectionRevealed: Farage’s £5m gift reported to UK crime agency over money laundering concernsGo...
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UK housebuilders have far too much power. Now a £4.5bn lawsuit could change that for good | Peter Apps
A legal case on behalf of some 700,000 people against the country’s biggest housebuilders could be a catalyst for much-needed industry reformEvery new government – at least for the past decade or s...
theguardian.com
Trump administration abruptly cancels grants for teen pregnancy prevention
Health departments, universities and nonprofit grantees had spent months adapting to President Trump's executive orders. They say the funding cut was completely unexpected.
npr.org
Calls for Graham Platner to drop out of Maine Senate race continue to grow
Graham Platner hasn't dropped out of Maine's U.S. Senate race, but the pressure continues to mount on him to do so, as Maine Democrats make a plan to choose a new candidate in the next two weeks.
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Former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson on calls for Platner to drop out of race
NPR's A Martinez speaks with former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson, a Democrat who campaigned for Graham Platner and filed to become a potential replacement for Platner on the U.S. Senate ballot.
npr.org
Iran’s economy faces long road to recovery as fragile truce tested
The devastation that industrial facilities have taken from two wars in a year might take years to reverse, say analysts.
aljazeera.com
The Girls review – poignant coming-of-age romance is an understated gem of Sri Lankan cinema
Sumitra Peries’ 1978 film about teenage sisters and thwarted romance is laden with passions that can’t be spoken aloudHere is a gem of South Asian cinema from 1978, by the Sri Lankan director and e...
theguardian.com
Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 31
Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?
co.uk
US strikes target Iranian military boats
The US has launched the strikes on Iran in response to attacks on three oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
co.uk
Egypt fans react to emotional World Cup exit after unforgettable campaign
Al Jazeera spoke with Egypt fans gathered at Obour City to watch the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match against Argentina.
aljazeera.com
Cleary stars as New South Wales win State of Origin decider
New South Wales pulled off a remarkable 30-12 victory over Queensland in the State of Origin decider at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium.
skysports.com
France, Mbappe play Morocco in FIFA World Cup quarterfinal: What we know
Key talking points as Kylian Mbappe leads France into a rematch after Les Bleus beat Morocco in the 2022 World Cup.
aljazeera.com
TV tonight: finance whiz Gary Stevenson takes on the super-rich
The working-class lad who became a millionaire proposes a new annual tax. Plus: it’s 25 years of The Office. Here’s what to watch this evening9pm, Channel 4 Continue reading...
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Childhood on hold: How Gaza’s children spend a summer without play
Gaza mothers describe a third wartime summer where children carry adult burdens, deprived of play and art.
aljazeera.com
At NATO summit in Turkey, Trump says he believes ceasefire with Iran is 'over'
President Trump said he believes the current ceasefire with Iran is over following an exchange of attacks between the U.S. and Iran in the latest escalation straining the agreement to end the war.
npr.org
Syria grapples with unrest as government faces old and new threats
Damascus shaken by twin blasts during Macron's visit, marking heightened threats to Syria's fragile stability
aljazeera.com
The 10-year-old skateboarder with an Olympic dream
Jaxon Popovic goes head-to-head with the best skateboarders in the country at this week's National Championships.
co.uk
Russian fuel shortages bite – but will Putin change tack in Ukraine war?
Even in Moscow, authorities are unable to guarantee fuel supplies, but will economic pressure lead to talks or escalation?
co.uk
Unusual or predictable? How Europe is dominating the World Cup
Six of the eight quarter-finalists at the World Cup in North America are from Europe, so why are they doing so well and what does history tell us about the chances of one of them winning it all?
co.uk
Argentina fan waves Israeli flag at World Cup match with Egypt
An Argentina fan waves the Israeli flag during his team’s Round of 16 match against Egypt.
aljazeera.com
Farage is likely to win in Clacton but can his credibility survive? | Peter Walker
While the Reform leader casts himself as the victim questions about his finances are unlikely to disappearFarage quits as an MP amid scrutiny of his financesFor Nigel Farage, a year that was progre...
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Disability benefits in England and Wales not fit for purpose, Timms review to find
Exclusive: Landmark review by disability minister will call for ‘dehumanising’ assessment system to be redrawnWhat is the Timms review into Pip and what is it likely to conclude?Disability benefits...
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Asylum seeker in UK as part of ‘one in, one out’ scheme says it is unfair on those deported
Man flown from France as part of legal entry programme decries effect on others ‘who may have a similar case’An asylum seeker brought to the UK by the Home Office has said it feels unjust that he w...
theguardian.com
‘More public control’: what will Burnham do about water and energy?
In the fifth of a series on nationalisation, we look at utilities – including the cost of ending private ownershipWill Burnham ‘go big’ in expanding the role of the state?Atlee: the postwar bluepri...
theguardian.com
Best Buy Discount Codes: Up to 60% Off
Find the latest Best Buy promo codes and offers, including 10% back in rewards for new cardmembers and free 2-day shipping with My Best Buy Plus, here at WIRED.
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Get the latest Litter-Robot Discounts on Litter-Robot self-cleaning litter boxes, accessories, and more.
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Oil Prices Jump After Renewed Strikes in Gulf Put Shipping Recovery at Risk
Attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz sparked a new cycle of retaliation that could throttle the flow of energy from the region.
nytimes.com
99% of people on Earth will get sunlight at the same time this Wednesday
On July 8, at about 11:10 GMT, about 99 percent of the world experiences sunlight at the same time.
aljazeera.com
Triumph to disaster: Egypt’s pride remains as they bow out of World Cup
Proud Egyptians celebrate their team's historic run at the World Cup but blame bias for a heartbreaking exit.
aljazeera.com
Oil prices surge as US strikes Iran, reversing slide to pre-war levels
Brent crude rises above $76 a barrel for the first time in two weeks amid renewed violence in Strait of Hormuz.
aljazeera.com
Value of UK takeover bids outstrips new London listings by 27 to 1
Bids for listed companies worth nearly £60bn while combined market value of new entrants stands at only £2.2bn
ft.com
Meta tests ‘super sensing’ AI glasses that can capture every moment
Mark Zuckerberg’s hardware ambitions are edging into a new privacy fight over who gets recorded
ft.com
From legal threats to ‘the worst haircut you can think of’: 25 years of The Office
The beloved BBC sitcom is now a quarter of a century old. Ahead of two TV celebrations, here are 25 things you didn’t know about television’s funniest workplace mockumentaryFetch the acoustic guita...
theguardian.com
Palantir: too tied to Trump?
Pushback to the tech group’s politics may threaten the core of its $330bn business
ft.com
Trump’s arrival in Turkey for NATO summit adds drama and spectacle
President Trump with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey after arriving in Ankara on Tuesday.
nytimes.com
IOC eases restrictions on Russian athletes ahead of 2028 games
The International Olympic Committee has lifted some of the restrictions on Russian athletes.
aljazeera.com
Ancient DNA reveals the mysterious collapse of Europe's megalith builders
DNA from a 5,000-year-old French megalithic tomb reveals that the people buried before and after a population collapse were genetically unrelated, pointing to a major migration after a devastating...
sciencedaily.com
FIFA condemns fan’s racist attack on IShowSpeed at Argentina World Cup match
An Argentina supporter told Speed to 'go cry at the zoo' on his livestream at the match against Cape Verde in Miami.
aljazeera.com
Will Le Pen rise again? French nationalist leader defiant after court's ruling
Within hours of a court of appeal confirming a guilty verdict, Marine Le Pen had already launched her presidential campaign.
co.uk
VAR call, Argentina win over Egypt raise questions of legitimacy at World Cup
Experts question political influence and the need to keep Lionel Messi's side in the World Cup amid Egypt's heartbreak.
aljazeera.com
Nato allies announce £37bn for new missile project
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will convene around a dozen leaders to discuss the programme in Ankara.
co.uk
Australia dock workers call for 28-hour week in AI talks
A union says workers are "in the crosshairs" of automation as AI is being tested across ports.
co.uk
US immigration officer shoots and kills man in Texas
Man, identified as Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, is latest to be killed by ICE officers since President Trump took power.
aljazeera.com
US strikes Iran despite promised pause for Khamenei funeral
The US launches new strikes on Iran despite a promise by US President Donald Trump to pause attacks.
aljazeera.com
How the US-Iran conflict is reshaping Africa’s geopolitical opportunities
The US-Israel war on Iran is forcing African governments to rethink their security and economic priorities.
aljazeera.com
'The water just came so fast': Typhoon triggers floods and rare tornadoes in China
Villagers whose families have been stranded told the BBC they are struggling to get food and help.
co.uk
Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties to reach quarter-finals
Gregor Kobel is Switzerland's penalty hero, after pulling off a stunning shootout save from Colombia's Cucho Hernandez to help set up a quarter-final clash with Argentina.
co.uk
New AI model reveals how neutron star mergers forge heavy elements
Researchers have created an AI-based simulation that makes it much faster to model how neutron star mergers produce many of the universe's heaviest elements. The new tool could improve predictions...
sciencedaily.com
Arbeloa appointed new Fulham boss
Alvaro Arbeloa has been appointed as Fulham's new head coach.
skysports.com
Iran war live: US bombs Sirik, Qeshm, Bandar Abbas over Hormuz attacks
Explosions in Iran's Sirik, Bandar Abbas and Qeshm as US launches attacks after revoking waivers on Iranian oil exports.
aljazeera.com