US launches new wave of strikes against Iran aimed at ‘degrading’ military
Sunday's attacks follow three previous days of tit-for-tat strikes between Iran and US as a June ceasefire deal frays.
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Calls for radical action as Burnham told homelessness in England may rise 25% by 2030
Exclusive: Report warns an additional 50,000 people could be added to current record figure without bold policiesAndy Burnham has been warned that an additional 50,000 people in England will become...
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Israel to hold national elections on October 27, parliament says
Netanyahu, Israel's longest-serving prime minister, has confirmed that he will run for office again.
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Protest on London’s Tower Bridge demands release of Dr Hussam Abu Safia
Pro-Palestine activists unfurled a giant Palestinian flag and a banner on London's Tower Bridge.
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Lindsey Graham, hardline backer of US-Israeli wars, dies aged 71
US senator Lindsey Graham, a key ally of Israel and one of Washington’s most prominent foreign policy hawks, has died.
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The man who changed the Arab world
Former Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has died at age 74.
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How will Qatar’s Father Emir be remembered?
Former Emir Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani has died
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Former Spain PM criticised for ‘xenophobic’ remark on French World Cup team
Mariano Rajoy condemned for opinion piece on Spanish website El Debate ahead of World Cup semifinal.
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Police: speculation during Widdecombe murder investigation is ‘unhelpful and distressing’
Politicians should not comment before facts are established, says former chief constable, after Farage describes killing as ‘premeditated murder’Senior police figures and politicians have warned ag...
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Sinner grinds down Zverev to successfully defend Wimbledon title
Jannik Sinner successfully defended his Wimbledon title with a four-set victory against French Open champion Alexander Zverev on Centre Court.
skysports.com
Iran says almost a dozen ‘enemy projectiles’ targeted Qeshm Island
New explosions have been heard in Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island.
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Wimbledon crowd 'played big part' in me reaching final - Zverev
After his defeat to Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev reflected on how the Wimbledon crowd "played a big part" in his journey to the final.
co.uk
Nine dead as Russia and Ukraine trade drone and missile salvos
Ukraine is particularly vulnerable to Russian ballistic missiles due to critical shortage of Patriot munitions.
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Iraqi PM to meet US President Trump in Washington to deepen strategic ties
Oil and gas deals are expected to be signed as part of a broader push for economic, trade and investment cooperation.
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'It takes two' - Sinner praises Zverev for pushing him in 'amazing' final
Jannik Sinner says Alexander Zverev can be a Wimbledon champion soon and promises to "be very, very careful" as the German challenges his world number one status, following a four-set win for Sinne...
co.uk
Anthony Zurcher: From Trump critic to ally, Lindsey Graham was a political survivor of the Maga era
The senator's career was marked by a willingness to adapt to America's dramatically changing political climate, writes the BBC's North America correspondent.
co.uk
England vs Argentina: Greatest moments before FIFA World Cup semifinal
England and Argentina renew their longstanding football rivalry with a World Cup final place at stake.
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Sinner's best shots as world number one retains Wimbledon title
Enjoy the best of Jannik Sinner's title-retaining performance, as the world number one defeats Alexander Zverev in four sets in the men's singles final at Wimbledon 2026.
co.uk
Infantino opens door to 64-team World Cup
Plans for a 64-team men's world cup are set to be picked up and assessed in detail after the 2026 tournament with Fifa boss Gianni Infantino saying football needs to be "for the whole world".
co.uk
'Sweet Sinner' - Defending champion wraps up 'compelling' final to retain title
Jannik Sinner brings Centre Court to its feet, winning a brilliant rally before wrapping up a "compelling" final against Alexander Zverev to retain the Wimbledon men's singles title.
co.uk
Sinner holds off Zverev to defend Wimbledon title
Jannik Sinner underlines why he is the world's best player by holding off Alexander Zverev to win back-to-back Wimbledon men's singles titles.
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South Africa says more than 53,000 foreigners deported in migration campaign
South Africa is cracking down on undocumented migrants following widespread anti-immigration protests.
co.uk
Retiring England greats out cheaply as hosts set for heavy defeat at Lord's
England are hurtling towards a seemingly inevitable defeat to India in the historic Women's Test at Lord's after closing on 130-6 in a record chase of 457, with Heather Knight and Tammy Beaumont ou...
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Yorkshire into T20 Blast quarter-finals as Hants seal home tie
Yorkshire reach the quarter-finals of the T20 Blast, while Hampshire seal a home tie in the last eight.
co.uk
England have another level we can reach - Kane
Captain Harry Kane says England "have another level we can reach" as they bid to win the World Cup for the first time since 1966.
co.uk
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa, Ruler Who Transformed Qatar, Dies at 74
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani is often described as the founding father of modern Qatar.
nytimes.com
Concern for renewed war in Iran as US attacks military, civilian targets
US military has significantly increased the scale of attacks on Iran in recent days as the Strait of Hormuz standoff boils over.
aljazeera.com
England want new coach before Pakistan - who could it be?
England will consider between six and 10 names as they look to replace Brendon McCullum as Test head coach, says ECB chief executive Richard Gould.
co.uk
Lindsey Graham Championed Israel, Even as Wars Eroded American Support
Senator Lindsey Graham, in 2024 in Washington, leading a Republican news conference to condemn the Biden administration’s decision to pause the delivery of bombs to Israel.
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Scrapping early release for sex offenders could leave no capacity in jails, says David Lammy
Exclusive: Deputy PM says opponents have ‘no solutions’ to possible collapse of justice system in England and WalesDrugs, drones and heat: Amber Rudd and David Lammy begin search for answers to pri...
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UK Christians protest for Church of England to recognise genocide in Gaza
UK Christians are urging the Church of England General Synod to pass a motion to engage with Kairos Palelestine II
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Funeral prayers held for Qatar’s Father Emir Sheikh Hamad
Funeral prayers have been held for the Father Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, at Qatar’s national mosque.
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Iran war: US strategic success or diplomatic failure?
Marc Lamont Hill challenges former United States diplomat Heino Klinck on the US-Israeli war in Iran.
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Day 31
Al Jazeera’s Basel Ghazoghli has your #FIFAworldcup26 day 31 recap, as England and Argentina reach the semi-finals.
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Former Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies aged 74
He took power in 1996 after staging a bloodless coup against his father, and went on to transform Qatar into the gas-rich power it is today.
co.uk
TechCrunch Mobility: A robotaxi ultimatum
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, how AI is playing a part.
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'She departs the grand, old stage' - Knight's final dismissal
In her final England appearance, Heather Knight makes 13 before she's caught by Richa Ghosh as England fall to 34-4, chasing 457 to win the one-off Test against India at Lord's.
co.uk
Ryu claims second major of season at Evian Championship
South Korea's Haeran Ryu says it feels like she was in an "unreal dream" after claiming her second major title in the space of two weeks by defeating Brooke Henderson in a play-off at the Evian Cha...
co.uk
'This landscape is completely charred': Inside the village at epicentre of Spain's wildfires
The BBC's Nick Beake sees homes razed to the ground and "a sea of black" in one of the villages hit hardest by Spain's deadly wildfires.
co.uk
Residents of Spanish Towns Caught in Fierce Blazes Recount Harrowing Escapes
Many say communication was chaotic and even nonexistent as flames tore through the area, taking 12 lives in one of the deadliest wildfires on record in Spain.
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Britain’s cars and SUVs are growing bigger – but there is a way to stop this deadly ‘carspreading’ | Christian Wolmar
Larger vehicles crowd our roads and are far more dangerous to pedestrians. Let’s curb them before they do even more damageWe need an Ozempic for cars. They are growing at a phenomenal rate, wreakin...
theguardian.com
David Willey, esteemed BBC foreign correspondent, dies aged 93
Willey is best known for covering the Vatican, and reported on five popes during his long career.
co.uk
Israeli forces kill five Palestinians in latest attacks on Gaza
Since a US-brokered ceasefire in October, Israeli attacks have killed at least 1,098 Palestinians in Gaza.
aljazeera.com
First ball, final time - Beaumont ends England career with golden duck
In the final innings of her international career, Tammy Beaumont is bowled first ball by India's Kranti Goud at Lord's on day three of the one-off Test, with England needing 457 to win.
co.uk
Quirke gets England call-up for Argentina clash
Scrum-half Raffi Quirke is called into the England squad for Saturday's Nations Championship match against Argentina.
co.uk
Zelensky Announces Leadership Shuffle as War Turns in Ukraine’s Favor
Yuliia Svyrydenko, prime minister of Ukraine, at her office in Kyiv, Ukraine, in September.
nytimes.com
FIFA, Infantino, to examine 64-team World Cup for 2030 tournament
FIFA President Gianni Infantino considering a proposal to add a further 16 nations ahead of the World Cup in four years.
aljazeera.com
Britain’s biggest community solar farm forced to shut over grid overload fears
Timing of Devon switchoff ‘could not be worse’, says board, as members face an estimated £2m in lost revenue Britain’s biggest community solar project has been forced to shut for the duration of it...
theguardian.com
What's different at The Open? New events, big changes and all you need to know
The world’s best players head to Royal Birkdale for The Open, with plenty of new additions – on and off the course – to look out for during one of the biggest events in the sporti...
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History maker - The best of Bhatia's brilliant century at Lord's
Yastika Bhatia produces a stunning innings to score 113 on day three of the one-off Test between England and India, with the century putting Bhatia into the record books as she becomes the first wo...
co.uk
Marc Marquez dominates Germany MotoGP to close in on championship lead
Reigning champion won his 10th German Grand Prix and moves to within 18 points of the riders' championship lead.
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Marquez dominates to win 10th German MotoGP
Seven-times MotoGP world champion Marc Marquez wins his 10th German MotoGP with a dominant display at the Sachsenring.
co.uk
Lamine Yamal? Mbappe? Kane? Pick your World Cup semi-final XI
As we look ahead to the World Cup semi-final, BBC Sport pick their last-four combined XI. Do you agree?
co.uk
Pape Thiaw fired as Senegal coach after disappointing FIFA World Cup
Senegal part ways with their head coach after the national side's elimination from the tournament at the last-32 stage.
aljazeera.com
The Market Deeping Model Railway Club review – the absurdities of British life in miniature
Nottingham PlayhouseThe camaraderie and eccentricities of some model railway enthusiasts make for an endearing group portrait in William Ivory’s well-gauged comedyBefore the play begins, a tiny LNE...
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Green MP Hannah Spencer aims to pass law on maximum workplace temperatures
Byelection winner says heatwaves are causing ‘absolute chaos’ and workers need protection from unsafe conditionsHannah Spencer is to introduce a bill in parliament that would pave the way for a max...
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Empty Seats for Messi’s Argentina Put Focus on World Cup Ticket Prices
Lionel Messi of Argentina on the field Saturday in Kansas City during a World Cup quarterfinal match against Switzerland.
nytimes.com
Republican Lindsey Graham dies at 71: World leaders, US politicians react
The longtime US senator, an ally of President Trump, was an advocate for using US military force overseas.
aljazeera.com
My commitment to England has never wavered - McCullum
After Brendon McCullum was sacked as head coach of the England Test side, BBC Sport looks back at his last interview, following their series defeat against New Zealand earlier this summer, in which...
co.uk
The highs and lows of Bazball
BBC Sport looks at the highs and lows of Brendon McCullum's era as England Test head coach following his sacking.
co.uk
‘We can find renewal despite the bullshit we navigate as Black women’: Kelela on stan armies and speaking up for Gaza
The genre-bending R&B artist’s new album finds fresh focus for her uncompromising vision, blending soul, sex and shoegazeMore than most musicians on a typical promo cycle, Kelela has been appea...
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Readers reply: Why put solar panels on green space when we could put them over car parks?
The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions on subjects ranging from trivial flights of fancy to profound scientific and philosophical conceptsThis week’s question: Why...
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France and UK to increase staffing at border controls in effort to stave off travel chaos
Disruption at Channel crossings expected to rise amid new fingerprinting and facial recognition checksFrance and the UK have agreed to increase staffing at border controls in response to warnings o...
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Neville on Tuchel, Bellingham exchange - 'The best take on big characters'
Gary Neville says he has 'no problem' with the post-match exchanges between Thomas Tuchel and Jude Bellingham after England's World Cup win against Norway.
skysports.com
Big stars and old rivals - what to expect in semi-finals
France face Spain and England take on Argentina in heavyweight World Cup semi-final meetings - here's what to expect from the last four.
co.uk
FIFA World Cup 2026: Biggest takeaways from the quarterfinals
The quarterfinals are now behind us with plenty of key moments and incidents as the tournament enters the final four.
aljazeera.com
British police make new arrest in Ann Widdecombe murder investigation
Police arrest 28-year-old suspect in South Yorkshire in connection with the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe.
aljazeera.com
Typhoon Bavi weakens to tropical storm as it slams into eastern China
Storm the size of France expected to bring days of heavy rains and strong winds to eastern and northern provinces.
aljazeera.com
Police ‘open minded’ on motive for Widdecombe killing after second arrest
Former Conservative minister was found dead at her home in Devon on Thursday
ft.com
‘Huge wave’ of carbon storage projects causes alarm in small-town USA as oil firms eye billions in subsidies
Dozens of projects are in development across US despite concerns over environmental and health risksThe plan to bury carbon under remote Indiana farmland is supposed to be a slam dunk for the clima...
theguardian.com
A three-way nuclear arms race
Today’s world has alarming echoes of the era before weapons controls
ft.com
Oda beats GB's Hewett in Wimbledon singles final
Great Britain's Alfie Hewett is beaten 6-1 6-1 by top seed Tokito Oda in the final of the men's wheelchair singles at Wimbledon.
co.uk
Senator Lindsey Graham, Republican of South Carolina, Dies at 71
Senator Lindsey Graham speaking in Spartanburg, S.C., on June 30.
nytimes.com
Rice in bed for nearly three days before Norway game - Tuchel
England boss Thomas Tuchel says Declan Rice was in bed for most of the three days prior to the World Cup quarter-final win against Norway because of a sickness bug.
co.uk
IRGC releases video of retaliatory missile strikes
IRGC releases video of retaliatory missile strikes
aljazeera.com
Nigel Farage is just one strand in the tangle of rightwing politicians and crypto investors | John Harris
These financiers want to remodel the UK into a form that suits them – one that could threaten to erode the barriers between crime and businessThis coming Tuesday, the government’s representation of...
theguardian.com
Why do free speech debates make us so angry?
We try to pin down definitions and enforce rules – but often what we’re really arguing about is characterIn January 2015, two members of al-Qaida gunned down cartoonists at the satirical French mag...
theguardian.com
Key moments from former Qatar Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani’s life
Sheikh Hamad's 18-year rule catapulted Qatar to prosperity and reshaped its domestic, regional and global footprint.
aljazeera.com
Why are China and India so bad at football?
Despite large populations and economies, the countries consistently fail to qualify for the World Cup
ft.com
Nothing to suggest Widdecombe killing was politically motivated, police say
Devon and Cornwall Police are not looking for anyone else in connection with her death.
co.uk
Here’s How Apple Is Updating Its Child Safety Features in iOS 27
Apple has announced several new Child Safety features coming soon to iPhones and other devices. Here’s what’s changing.
wired.com
Badly burned British couple rescued from ravine during Spain wildfires
The unnamed pair were found semi-conscious with 40% burns after being trapped by the blazes raging through Almeria province.
co.uk
Photos: Qatari Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani
Sheikh Hamad, who ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013 and stepped aside to make his son Sheikh Tamim emir, dies aged 74.
aljazeera.com
Merson: Teams win leagues, X-factor wins World Cups - and Bellingham has it
Paul Merson says Jude Bellingham has the X-factor needed to help England win the World Cup.
skysports.com
'Animals', Hand of God and Beckham - Argentina and England's World Cup rivalry
As England and Argentina prepare to go head-to-head in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final, BBC Sport looks at their footballing rivalry.
co.uk
New LS Lowry exhibition aims to demolish ‘naive and uncultured’ myth
Gallery director says collection of 140 paintings will offer a more balanced view of Manchester painter’s workA new exhibition of work by LS Lowry will “bust a few myths” about the Mancunian artist...
theguardian.com
Knives out at US Supreme Court as justices’ squabbles go public
The spilling-over of partisan divisions on the normally collegial bench erodes public support for the institution
ft.com
Scientists’ Side Hustle? Using AI and Quantum Computing to Generate New Peptides
Researchers cobbled together funding and time to show how quantum computing could aid in the development of drugs to help underserved populations and combat rare diseases.
wired.com
The spectacle and symbolism of Khamenei’s funeral
How coverage of the supreme leader's funeral exposed the limits of familiar narratives about Iran.
aljazeera.com
The Importance of Being Earnest review – gloriously madcap opera achieves new heights of delirium
Garsington Opera, StokenchurchGerald Barry’s take on Wilde’s comedy is even wittier and zanier in Jack Furness’s hyperactive staging – complete with a grand piano on stilts, a herd of cows and a ka...
theguardian.com
Tommy Robinson’s Musk-funded Russia trip spurs call to defend UK democracy
Ed Davey voices concern about the Musk family foundation taking the far-right activist on a visit to MoscowThe UK must do more to defend its democracy after it emerged that Elon Musk’s family found...
theguardian.com
Former Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani dies: Reactions
After Sheikh Hamad's death, global leaders offer condolences, praise his legacy and Qatar’s growth.
aljazeera.com
Dublin v Kerry - an age-old rivalry set for a new chapter
BBC Sport NI takes a look at the Dublin v Kerry rivalry that has produces some of Gaelic football's most iconic moments.
co.uk
Reeves tells Burnham to expect ‘shocks and challenges’ from get-go in No 10
Chancellor says PM-in-waiting needs ‘worked through plan’, in what could be one of her final interviews in No 11Rachel Reeves has urged Andy Burnham to arrive in Downing Street with a “worked throu...
theguardian.com
Iran attacks five Gulf nations, shuts Hormuz after US bombing: All to know
Tehran hits back at several GCC countries, following the most intense US bombing since an MoU was signed last month.
aljazeera.com
Trump Sought an Iran War Exit. Putin Pushed On in Ukraine. Now Both Are Stuck.
President Trump and President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia both appear convinced that their own war is just while the other’s is wrong.
nytimes.com
‘More postmodern than ancient’: why the Odyssey is everywhere, from Oz to Westeros
Christopher Nolan’s take on the Odyssey is set to break box-office records. What made the director so determined to adapt the ancient Greek epic? And why does a poem from 600BC hold a vice-like gri...
theguardian.com
Alzheimer's tau protein has a surprising secret role in memory
Researchers found that tau is essential for turning new experiences into lasting memories by helping organize the brain's memory-storing cells. The mouse study also revealed how abnormal tau may co...
sciencedaily.com
Physicists recreate black hole energy extraction in the lab
Researchers have recreated the physics of extracting energy from a spinning black hole using a stationary device that produces synthetic ultrafast rotation. The achievement transforms a long-standi...
sciencedaily.com
O'Sullivan set to leave Liverpool six months after joining
Liverpool club record signing Denise O'Sullivan is expected to leave this summer just six months after joining.
co.uk
Deep-sea life has a secret food source scientists never expected
Scientists discovered that extreme deep-sea pressure squeezes valuable nutrients out of sinking organic particles, providing an unexpected food source for ocean microbes. The finding could rewrite...
sciencedaily.com
Watch World Cup: England beats Norway to set up semifinal against Argentina
Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.
aljazeera.com
US CENTCOM completes third round of strikes on Iran
US CENTCOM completes third round of strikes on Iran
aljazeera.com
How longtime GOP Senator Lindsey Graham went from critic to ally of President Trump
Longtime Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham has died at the age of 71. The foreign policy hawk and former critic-turned-ally of President Trump was running for re-election in South Carolina.
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South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham's sudden death at 71 has shocked Washington. Once a fierce critic of then-candidate Donald Trump, he became one of the president's most consistent defenders.
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Politics chat: Lindsey Graham dies at 71, Congress back in session, U.S. strikes Iran
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham's sudden death at 71 has shocked Washington. Once a fierce critic of then-candidate Donald Trump, he became one of the president's most consistent defenders.
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US Senator Lindsey Graham dies, aged 71
South Carolina politician was one of the most influential and hawkish Republicans
ft.com
US Senator Lindsey Graham dies after 'brief and sudden illness', his office says
The influential politician has just returned from Kyiv, where he met Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday.
co.uk
Senegal sack manager Thiaw in wake of World Cup exit
Senegal sack manager Pape Thiaw in the aftermath of the country's exit at the last-32 stage of the 2026 World Cup.
co.uk
France vs Spain World Cup semifinal: Prediction, Mbappe-Yamal, venue, stats
European football titans France and Spain meet in a blockbuster FIFA World Cup 2026 final four matchup in Dallas.
aljazeera.com
Typhoon Bavi Hits China, Causing Evacuations, Floods and Flight Delays
Fallen trees seen on Sunday in Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province, where Typhoon Bavi made its second landfall around midnight.
nytimes.com
‘Super’ El Niño could cause global food price shock lasting into 2028, analysts say
Weather cycle threatens harvests worldwide, adding to inflation already fuelled by the Iran warEconomists are warning that a “super” El Niño weather cycle this year could cause a severe shock to gl...
theguardian.com
Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 35
Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?
co.uk
TV tonight: a twisted drama about a serial killer in Scotland
Laura Donnelly and Helen Baxendale star in ITV’s gripping series The Dark. Plus: Claudia Winkleman’s new search for a great pianist. Here’s what to watch this evening9pm, ITV1 Continue reading...
theguardian.com
Former emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, dies at 74
This is a breaking news story.
aljazeera.com
Footballers more likely to suffer depression and anxiety - study
A new study finds evidence of reduced brain volume in former elite footballers, who also report difficulties with thinking skills and decision-making.
co.uk
US forces launch new strikes on Iran; Tehran closes Strait of Hormuz
US forces have launched a third round of strikes on Iran in a week.
aljazeera.com
The South African trailblazers seeking to change how wildlife documentaries are made
National Geographic explorers create dive lab after finding too few black film-makers telling African wildlife storiesWhen Pragna Parsotam-Kok and Noel Kok made a wildlife series for South African...
theguardian.com
Alvarez scores extra-time stunner as Argentina set up blockbuster semi vs England
Julian Alvarez scored an extra-time stunner as Argentina beat 10-man Switzerland 3-1 and set up a mouth-watering World Cup semi-final clash with England.
skysports.com
An artist brought 'I.C.E. pops' to a Texas campus. The show was shut down in days
The Trump administration's executive orders have meant that administrators are questioning what art can — and can't — be seen on campus.
npr.org
Getting campaign text messages ahead of midterms? There could be an AI bot behind it
Taught to sound like a candidate, bots are engaging voters with personalized text messages making AI-generated texting conversations the latest tool political campaigns are using to connect.
npr.org
'We should all be excited' - Messi set for first England meeting
Lionel Messi is set for his first match against England after Argentina beat Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals.
co.uk
What was the mistaken identity red card shown in Argentina vs Switzerland?
Switzerland's Breel Embolo became the first player to be sent off after a VAR review in the last World Cup quarterfinal.
aljazeera.com
Which teams are in the World Cup semifinals, and what’s the match schedule?
Qualified teams, venues, kickoff times, key players, and how to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals.
aljazeera.com
Argentina set up England semi-final with extra-time victory over Switzerland
Argentina set up a World Cup semi-final with England after scoring twice in extra-time to beat 10-man Switzerland 3-1 in Kansas City.
co.uk
Bellingham reaching heights of World Cup legends with Messi next
Jude Bellingham against dazzled England and the World Cup with his brilliance, matching some records of the all-time records.
co.uk
Embolo sent off as result of mistaken identity rule
Switzerland's Breel Embolo becomes first player to be sent off as a result of a new law for mistaken identity at the World Cup.
co.uk
How Putin Turned Japan Into a Den of Spies
The Aeroflot office in Toranomon Kotohira Tower in Tokyo. Japan’s weak espionage laws and flourishing high-tech industry have made it a crucial base for the Russian war effort.
nytimes.com
Alvarez's stunning strike gives Argentina lead against 10-man Switzerland
Argentina retake the lead in their quarter-final against Switzerland through a stunning strike from Julian Alvarez during extra-time in Kansas City.
co.uk
The Westies review – this violent New York mob drama is like Peaky Blinders meets The Sopranos
Expect bloody chaos in this drama about a real-life 80s Irish-American gang – featuring JK Simmons as a gang leader – and their dealings with an Italian-American crime family The Peaky Blinders eff...
theguardian.com
Airbnb lures fans from US hotels after World Cup marketing push
Hotel bookings fall short of expectations as price-conscious fans opt to stay in American homes
ft.com
Big Tech to face fines for consumer protection failures, says EU official
Justice commissioner Michael McGrath says Brussels seeks to strengthen social media safeguards
ft.com
Argentina beat Switzerland to set up World Cup 2026 semifinal with England
Argentina need extra time to beat Switzerland 3-1 in the quarterfinals to set up a showdown with England on Wednesday.
aljazeera.com
England fans revel in World Cup win over Norway
Fans celebrated at a London watch party after England's 2-1 extra-time win over Norway in the World Cup quarter-finals.
aljazeera.com
Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, Trump ally and foreign policy hawk, dies at 71
The Republican lawmaker's office said Graham died Saturday night after a "brief and sudden illness."
npr.org
Tuchel angry at 'lucky' and 'sloppy' England – can 'mentality' be enough?
England head coach Thomas Tuchel is praised by former England players for saying his players "got lucky" in World Cup quarter-final win over Norway – but match-winner Jude Bellingham disagrees.
co.uk
Man arrested on suspicion of murder of Ann Widdecombe
A 28-year-old white British national has been arrested in South Yorkshire, police say.
co.uk
England beats Norway 2-1 to make World Cup semi-final
Jude Bellingham, one of football’s most versatile players, scores twice to take his team to the next round
ft.com
Did ball hit spidercam before England goal? Snicko says not - Norway unsure
Norway's World Cup campaign ends in a quarter-final defeat by England, but they leave frustrated, arguing that Jude Bellingham's equaliser should not have counted.
co.uk
Nigeria rescues dozens of abducted school children in Oyo state
Nigerian security forces have rescued 39 schoolchildren and five teachers abducted nearly two months ago in Oyo state.
aljazeera.com
England 'got lucky' with disallowed goal
BBC Sport World Cup pundits Wayne Rooney and Ellen White believe England "got lucky" after Torbjorn Heggem's second-half goal was ruled out for a foul on Elliott Anderson by Erling Haaland.
co.uk
Pick your England XI for World Cup semi-final
England are through to the World Cup semi-finals, but who would you pick in your starting XI?
co.uk
EPIC SCENES! England fans overjoyed at fan parks after Norway win
Relive the best of the fans reaction as England came from behind to beat Norway in the World Cup quarter-finals.
skysports.com
Did spider cam impact England's opener?
BBC Sport World Cup pundits Wayne Rooney, Ellen White and Micah Richards look at whether the spider cam had an impact in Jude Bellingham's first goal for England against Norway.
co.uk
Bellingham scores extra-time winner as England reach semi-finals
Jude Bellingham scores twice, including an extra-time winner, as England come from behind to beat Norway 2-1 in Miami to reach the World Cup semi-finals.
co.uk
Muslim judge in India faces death threats after convicting 'cow vigilantes'
Tabassum Khan has been facing online abuse after convicting 14 Hindu men in a lynching case.
co.uk
Reed Jobs would rather talk about curing cancer than his last name
When we last sat down with Jobs at TechCrunch Disrupt nearly three years ago, his firm Yosemite was brand new and biotech was still reeling from its post-pandemic crash. Now, the venture outfit has...
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Schjelderup's 'outstanding strike' gives Norway lead against England
Andreas Schjelderup's "outstanding strike" gives Norway the lead over England during their quarter-final in Miami.
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Bellingham scores twice as England beat Norway 2-1 to reach World Cup semis
Jude Bellingham scores in extra-time to send England into the World Cup semifinals for first time since 2018.
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Scientists finally solved the mystery of Earth's greatest mass extinction
Why do beaches today have seashells from clams and snails instead of brachiopods? A new study suggests the answer lies in Earth's greatest mass extinction, when warming oceans and falling oxygen le...
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Iran war live: IRGC declares Strait of Hormuz closed over US interference
Move comes as Israel continues attacks on Gaza and Lebanon, killing and wounding several civilians.