Celtic struggling to compete in transfer window - CEO
Celtic are struggling to compete with English Championship clubs in the transfer market and deal with agents, according to minutes of a meeting between board members and supporters.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-07-16
NASA Welcomes Serbia as Newest Artemis Accords Signatory
The Republic of Serbia signed the Artemis Accords Thursday during a ceremony hosted by NASA at the agency’s Headquarters in Washington, becoming the 69th nation to join a large community of like-mi...
nasa.gov
Papers: Tuchel unhappy with Mainoo training during World Cup
The top stories and transfer rumours from Friday's newspapers...
skysports.com
One man's hunger strike changed India's map. Can it still change politics?
Why hunger strikes still shape Indian politics, from Gandhi to Sonam Wangchuk.
co.uk
Why Apple Sued OpenAI, New York Takes on Data Centers, and What to Know about Cyclosporiasis
On today’s Uncanny Valley, we unpack OpenAI’s ongoing drama, both legal and reputational, and whether these developments could further hurt the company—particularly in its fight against Anthropic.
wired.com
In Canada, Wildfires Are Burning Through the Night. Firefighters Are Running Out of Time.
The observation deck of the CN Tower on Wednesday evening as wildfire smoke enveloped downtown Toronto.
nytimes.com
I thought we'd grow old together, says band leader whose girlfriend died in Thai bar inferno
Athipat Wichan tells BBC Thai he regrets bringing his girlfriend Nahathai into his indie band Thotsakan.
co.uk
Ilhan Omar renews push for US to join ICC amid Trump pressure
The resolution comes days after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio pledged to 'dismantle' the international court.
aljazeera.com
Arsenal to assess Saliba back injury with surgery an option
Arsenal will assess William Saliba's back injury when he reports back to the club after World Cup duty.
co.uk
Blasts reported in Iran as US launches new wave of strikes
The US says its attacks aim to "further degrade Iranian military capabilities", as fighting continued for the sixth day in a row.
co.uk
Burnham to promise new path for UK when he becomes new Labour leader
In a speech on Friday, he will begin to set out his vision for government, before becoming prime minister next week.
co.uk
New York issues air quality alert days before World Cup final
Officials in New York and New Jersey issue an air quality health alert because of wildfire smoke just days before the World Cup final.
co.uk
Grand Mosque of Paris celebrates 100-year anniversary
The Grand Mosque of Paris is celebrating 100 years since its inauguration.
aljazeera.com
FIFA to probe Argentina’s Falklands banner display at World Cup semifinal
FIFA says its disciplinary committee will assess match reports and consider relevant circumstances before taking any action.
aljazeera.com
JD Vance accuses Israel of 'manipulating' US public opinion to prolong Iran war
The US vice president says he thinks some Israeli politicians are trying to detail efforts to end the conflict.
co.uk
US chip and memory stocks slide in fresh bout of Wall Street tumult
Investors pull away from shares in companies that have led markets higher this year
ft.com
US mounts sixth straight night of attacks as Iran warns of wider war
Iranian media reports airport, bridge and communications tower targeted.
aljazeera.com
Donald Trump live: US president to deliver primetime address on elections
Critics fear Trump may use his podium to spread spread doubt about election integrity before the 2026 midterms.
aljazeera.com
Reliable Root steps up again as England beat India to level series
Joe Root hits an unbeaten 99 as he guides England to a four-wicket win against India in the second one-day international in Cardiff to level the three match series, with one match to play.
co.uk
Delightful World Cup Stories
Not all the best moments from the tournament were on the pitch. We revisit some of our favorites ahead of Sunday’s final.
nytimes.com
Trump set to deliver primetime speech on election integrity
The president has pre-emptively cast doubt on the security and validity of November’s midterms in recent months
ft.com
Pele's 1958 World Cup final shirt sells for $4.9m
A shirt worn by Pele during the 1958 World Cup final has sold for $4.9m (£3.6m) at a Sotheby's auction in New York.
co.uk
Do Face Masks Help With Wildfire Smoke? Yes, But More Is Needed
As wildfire smoke threatens air quality and safety for millions, here’s your playbook to keep your family safe from the damaging effects of smoke.
wired.com
Palestinians injured in Israeli settler attacks across West Bank
More than 30 people reportedly arrested across the occupied territory, as Israel intensifies its siege.
aljazeera.com
England move Buenos Aires base to avoid potential World Cup party
England's rugby players have switched hotels in Buenos Aires to avoid their return home being wrecked by World Cup celebrations should Argentina's football team beat Spain in Sunday's final.
co.uk
Wildfire smoke blankets World Cup final stadium before kickoff
Footage shows smoke from Canadian wildfires shrouding the New York New Jersey Stadium ahead of Sunday’s World Cup.
aljazeera.com
Brown leads English contingent hoping to 'bring home' The Open
When England's World Cup hopes were extinguished, it paved the way for the UK's top golfers to take centre stage at the Open - led by the colourful Dan Brown.
co.uk
Ukraine Was on a Roll. Then a Clash Over War Strategy Exploded Into View.
Mykhailo Fedorov, the former minister of defense, speaking in Kyiv on Thursday.
nytimes.com
Tuchel defends tactics and blames England's 'DNA' for World Cup exit
Thomas Tuchel says he is "100 per cent" committed to continuing his role as England boss into the next European Championships in two years, and he has hit back at critics who have questioned his ta...
skysports.com
Nicaragua severs diplomatic ties with Italy over 1978 murder case
The rift follows Italy’s renewed demand for Nicaragua to extradite the man convicted of former prime minister's killing.
aljazeera.com
Andy Burnham plans policy blitz on entering Number 10
Cost of living, North Sea energy and devolution set to feature in early days and weeks of new premiership
ft.com
Mary Jo, mother of Kardashian matriarch Kris Jenner, dies aged 91
Mary Jo Campbell was featured on multiple episodes of Keeping Up with the Kardashians over the years.
co.uk
Some England players disappointed at Tuchel's tactics
BBC Sport understands that Thomas Tuchel's defensive tactics in the World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina are being hotly debated by the England squad.
co.uk
Dave Kendall, Creator and Host of MTV’s ‘120 Minutes,’ Dies at 63
Dave Kendall at Limelight nightclub in New York in 1993. As the host of “120 Minutes” on MTV, he promoted acts like R.E.M., the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Nirvana, who became mainstream stars.
nytimes.com
Dave Kendall, Creator and Host of MTV’s ‘120 Minutes,’ Dies at 63
Dave Kendall at Limelight nightclub in New York in 1993. As the host of “120 Minutes” on MTV, he promoted acts like R.E.M., the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Nirvana, who became mainstream stars.
nytimes.com
Watch: What to know as Genoa bridge disaster trial ends
More than 50 defendants have been on trial in Italy over the 2018 bridge collapse which killed 43 people.
co.uk
What could a US ground invasion of Iran look like?
Donald Trump has refused to rule out sending US troops into Iran as fighting resumes and US strikes continue.
aljazeera.com
Serrano to meet Manzur with knockout record on line
Amanda Serrano will look to defend her unified title and break the record for the most knockouts in women's boxing history when she meets Lucrecia Manzur next month.
co.uk
Liz Truss assembles host of rightwing speakers for UK’s first CPAC event in London
Keynote speakers included US influencer Jack Posobiec as former PM aims to gain influence among British rightHard right figures from around the world have gathered in London for the inaugural Briti...
theguardian.com
NASA Study Finds Near-Earth Asteroid Is Actually Comet
New research led by scientists at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California has revealed the identity of a puzzling near-Earth object by precisely tracking its motion through space an...
nasa.gov
Iran condemns ‘barbaric’ US attack near children’s cancer hospital
Iran accuses US of 'cowardly war crime' as doctor says blast was 'so close' they thought the hospital was struck.
aljazeera.com
Here’s Why Anthropic Is Pushing States to Regulate AI Faster
The company endorsed landmark AI transparency laws in California and New York last year, but its head of US state and local policy says they may already be outdated.
wired.com
Google Vids now lets you star in your own AI videos
Google is adding personalized AI avatars to Vids that let users create videos starring a digital version of themselves, alongside Gemini Omni-powered tools for generating and editing videos from pr...
techcrunch.com
Roblox launches an AI-powered game creation feature in its mobile app
Roblox's new "Build" feature lets users generate basic games using a single text prompt.
techcrunch.com
WHO: Ebola spreading faster than ever recorded in DR Congo
The World Health Organization warns the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo is spreading faster than any previous outbreak.
aljazeera.com
Israeli Government Pushes Through Divisive Laws Before Election
Protesters against a law banning prosecution of ultra-Orthodox men for evading conscription, in Jerusalem on Wednesday.
nytimes.com
‘Bizarre choice’: business and Labour puzzle over Shabana Mahmood as future chancellor
The home secretary, favourite to take over at No 11, has minimal economic credentials and many MPs would prefer Ed MilibandAndy Burnham last month promised the UK he would bring “good growth in eve...
theguardian.com
Crypto.com valuation hits $20bn after investment from Citadel Securities
Market-maker’s bet on Singapore-based exchange reflects Wall Street push into digital assets and blockchain technology
ft.com
Serrano to fight Argentina's Manzur for world titles in TikTok first
Amanda Serrano will put her world titles on the line against Lucrecia Manzur in California on August 21 in a landmark fight being shown on TikTok.
skysports.com
In Syria’s Jobar, locals struggle to rebuild their destroyed homes
Jobar was held by rebels for much of Syria's 13-year war but was destroyed by repeated government assaults.
aljazeera.com
Orphanage Fire Kills Eleven in Algeria
The police at the entrance to an orphanage in Mohammadia, a suburb of Algiers, after a fatal fire on Thursday. Algeria’s president said children were among the dead.
nytimes.com
White House says ICE traffic stops will continue after deadly shootings
The comments came following widespread reports earlier in the week that those stops would be put on pause after two immigrants were fatally shot by ICE agents in early July.
npr.org
At least 1 dead in Texas floods ravaging same area where campers died
The same area devastated by floods last year - causing more than 130 deaths - is once again being targeted by life-threatening floods.
co.uk
‘A masterpiece in every way’: The Odyssey earns near universal acclaim as full reviews published
Christopher Nolan’s epic was given five stars by the Guardian, Independent and Telegraph, while the New York Times called it a ‘monumental adaptation’Christopher Nolan’s $250m Imax blockbuster vers...
theguardian.com
Rare protests in Kyiv over dismissal of defence minister
Rare protests erupted in central Kyiv over Ukrainian President Zelenskyy’s dismissal of defence minister.
aljazeera.com
Uber’s $14.8B Delivery Hero deal would nearly double its global footprint
Uber has agreed to acquire Delivery Hero in a $14.8 billion all-stock deal that would nearly double the company’s global footprint and create one of the world’s largest food delivery platforms outs...
techcrunch.com
Liz Truss wheels out series of C-list ghouls at drab London CPAC event | John Crace
Former 49-day PM helms a Conservative Political Action Conference that’s a far cry from the glitzy US versionLiz Truss has given us all so much in recent years. A mini-budget. A laugh a minute 49 d...
theguardian.com
Ava DuVernay to make Netflix documentary 14th on birthright citizenship
The film-maker behind Selma and 13th will focus on the 14th amendment for a new film out later this year as Donald Trump targets those protected by itAva DuVernay announced on Thursday that she has...
theguardian.com
Newsletter platform Beehiiv’s now lets subscribers chat with each other, adds AI
Beehiiv is launching an AI Copilot to help publishers with user growth and analytics
techcrunch.com
Newsletter platform Beehiiv now lets subscribers chat with each other, adds AI
Beehiiv is launching an AI Copilot to help publishers with user growth and analytics
techcrunch.com
German Man Accused of Drugging and Filming the Rape of 14 Women
The case has drawn comparisons to the Pelicot trial in France, which started a discussion across Europe about sexual assault and consent.
nytimes.com
Eleven killed in Algeria orphanage fire
Eleven people were killed and 19 injured after a fire tore through an orphanage in Algiers.
aljazeera.com
Trump teleprompter operator faces scrutiny over prediction market bets
Aide allegedly used advanced knowledge of president’s speeches to profit on ‘mention markets’ wagers
ft.com
After years of false claims on voting, Trump to give an address on election integrity
President Trump, who for years has sowed doubt about the security of American elections, is scheduled to give a primetime address Thursday night about election integrity. Trump has long contended,...
npr.org
How the NYT Reported on Khamenei’s Funeral in Iran
Mourners gathered at the Grand Mosalla in Tehran to pay respects to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during his funeral.
nytimes.com
Ex-CEO of Italian motorway sentenced to 12 years for Genoa bridge collapse
In all, 32 convicted and 25 acquitted or cleared by statute of limitations over 2018 Morandi bridge disaster.
aljazeera.com
X cracks down on creators who steal content
X will use Grok AI to better detect stolen content, redirect payouts to original creators, and crack down on engagement bait.
techcrunch.com
Sadiq Khan among 26 new peers to enter the Lords
The London mayor is to be joined by broadcaster June Sarpong and former union chief Christina McAnea in the Lords.
co.uk
Burnham’s ‘black box’ plans for cabinet send Westminster into hysteria
Few know who will get top jobs when new PM enters No 10 and the vacuum of information has its downsidesAs Labour MPs filed out of Portcullis House on the last day before parliament rose – and Andy...
theguardian.com
US to impose new 25 percent tariffs on some Brazilian imports
Beef, coffee, and rare-earth materials escaped US tariffs amid trade tensions with Brazil over alleged unfair practices.
aljazeera.com
What does an air purifier do and can it help with wildfire smoke?
As wildfires burn in Canada and parts of the US, air purifiers can be useful when the air outside is unhealthyWith smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota spreading across the US, more than 20...
theguardian.com
Trump limits length of visas for students, exchange visitors, journalists
New rule ends open-ended stays and requires extensions after fixed visa periods for students and foreign media.
aljazeera.com
How can Argentina and Messi beat Spain and Yamal to defend World Cup?
Despite Lionel Messi's presence, Argentina enter the 2026 final as underdogs to Spain and their starlet Lamine Yamal.
aljazeera.com
Mary-Dell Chilton Dies at 87; Helped Create First Genetically Modified Plant
In 1982, she led the research team that figured out how to genetically alter plants, a discovery that would eventually transform global agriculture.
nytimes.com
New councils to be created in 14 areas of England
The plans will see the abolition of two-tier government, with district and county councils replaced with single, unitary authorities.
co.uk
Vance says Israeli campaign tried to sway US opinion against Iran diplomacy
The US vice-president also said he faced 'vicious' personal attacks over his diplomatic outreach to end war.
aljazeera.com
President Trump to deliver prime time address on elections, though details are slim
President Trump is scheduled to deliver a primetime address from the White House focused on election security, though details about the speech are slim.
npr.org
AI-powered travel agency Fora hits unicorn status, raises $60M
Travel agency Fora announced a $60 million Series D round led by Forerunner and Tactile Ventures, valuing the company at $1 billion.
techcrunch.com
How bad are Canadian and US wildfires, and what is the air quality risk?
Wildfires in Ontario have blanketed US and Canadian cities with dangerous smoke.
co.uk
JD Vance says Welsh castle was 'coolest thing I've ever seen'
The US Vice-President writes in his new book that a visit to north Wales in 2013 changed his perspective.
co.uk
La Liberazione di Ruggiero dall’Isola di Alcina review – 17th-century rarity is fun when it forgets to be earnest
Buxton festivalFrancesca Caccini’s 1625 work – the earliest surviving opera by a woman – is wildly imaginative, even without the original horse balletThere is magic in the air at this year’s Buxton...
theguardian.com
Google’s AI Mode now lets you link and interact with select apps
With this new update, Google is expanding AI Mode beyond answering questions and into completing tasks across the apps they use regularly.
techcrunch.com
Google continues its renaming streak by turning NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook
Google said users can soon access their notebooks through AI Mode in Search.
techcrunch.com
Hodgkinson and Kerr seek world records in London - watch on BBC
How to follow as British stars Keely Hodgkinson and Josh Kerr both attempt to break world records at the Diamond League meeting in London on Saturday.
co.uk
Israeli attacks kill at least five Palestinians in Gaza despite ‘ceasefire’
Attacks continue in violation of the October agreement with more than 1,100 Palestinians killed since then.
aljazeera.com
Couples free to marry at the beach or the pub under new plans
The government says it wants to update "outdated" marriage laws to give couples in England and Wales more choice.
co.uk
What next for England? How does Tuchel fix key problems for Euro 2028?
The manner of England's World Cup exit was meek, and Thomas Tuchel must now find a way to fix those problems as focus will soon turn to qualifying for Euro 2028.
co.uk
Hamas leadership run-off expected between Meshaal and al-Hayya
Israeli assassinations of several key leaders force Hamas to find new head, a process expected to be completed next week
aljazeera.com
Yes, you can now order DoorDash from the command line
DoorDash is opening a limited beta of dd-cli, a command-line tool that lets developers and AI agents search stores, build carts, and place orders from the terminal, marking another step toward soft...
techcrunch.com
UK cops say arrest of two young hackers disrupted the operations of an infamous hacking group
Owen Flowers and Thalha Jubair, two members of the prolific Scattered Spider hacking group, pleaded guilty and were sentenced to five years and six months in jail for hacking London’s metropolitan...
techcrunch.com
Swatch’s New Gold MoonSwatch Solves the Problem of the Nightmare Royal Pop Launch
Swatch’s latest MoonSwatch is the Mission to the Moon 1969, a limited-edition model with components crafted from Omega’s 18K Moonshine Gold. To get one, you'll have to join a lottery.
wired.com
Smith to wear special jersey as Scotland remember Hastings
Scott Hastings, who died in May aged 61, will be remembered at Murrayfield on Saturday as Scotland host Fiji in their final game of the summer series.
co.uk
Period tracker Stardust shares users’ health data with analytics firm, says Mozilla research
One period tracker app tested by Mozilla was 'squeaky clean,' while another app was seen sharing users' health data with an analytics company, underscoring vast differences in user privacy among th...
techcrunch.com
UK aid cuts ‘reduce bilateral support to some African countries by 90%’
Critics say Foreign Office figures send ‘global message about the role the country wants to play on international stage’Labour’s foreign aid cuts mean reductions of as much as 90% in the bilateral...
theguardian.com
Keir Starmer makes Sadiq Khan a peer in the House of Lords
Appointment by outgoing prime minister, potentially opens door for London mayor to join Burnham cabinetUK politics live – latest updatesSadiq Khan has been given a peerage by Keir Starmer just days...
theguardian.com
UK urges FIFA to investigate Argentina over World Cup Falklands banner
The United Kingdom and Argentina fought a brief war over the British overseas territory in 1982.
aljazeera.com
Tzolis: Arsenal's new 'warrior mode' winger - and perfect Trossard replacement
In Christos Tzolis, Arsenal's first outfield signing since becoming Premier League champions is a fairly surprising one. But nobody will be more stunned about this deal than Norwich fans.
skysports.com
How a former DeepMind researcher raised at a $300M pre-seed valuation before launching a product
Drawing on more than a decade spent helping build some of the world's most influential AI systems, including research that later informed the development of ChatGPT, Andrew Dai explains why he beli...
techcrunch.com
The F Ward review – Anna Friel medical drama doesn’t quite scrub up
The six-part Australian series about intern doctors at an underfunded hospital is missing an essential ingredientAmong the many virtues of The Pitt is the way it demonstrates the power of hospitals...
theguardian.com
Sheryl Sandberg leads $10 million investment in AI-powered vehicle inspection service
The startup, founded in 2021, lets enterprise customers use smartphones to scan and spot vehicle damage.
techcrunch.com
Data breach reportedly targets India’s Kudankulam nuclear power plant
Purported blueprints of parts of India's largest plant exposed by World Leaks ransomware group, Reuters reports.
aljazeera.com
Estate agents fear retaliation over Rightmove lawsuit, tribunal told
Proposed £1.6bn class action suit seeks to challenge high listings fees
ft.com
Has Bali’s Melukat ritual turned into a commodified religious ceremony?
With the world in chaos, many travellers are seeking healing experiences during the summer holidays.
aljazeera.com
Why AMI Labs’ Alexandre LeBrun won’t call his AI ‘AGI’ or ‘superintelligence’
While everyone in AI is chasing "superintelligence," Alexandre LeBrun, CEO of Yann LeCun’s world model startup, AMI Labs, dismisses the word.
techcrunch.com
Young Galaxy Cluster
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope takes us 4.4 billion years in the past with this July 3, 2026, image of a young galaxy cluster, MACS J0553.4-3342. The cluster is composed of two actively me...
nasa.gov
Burnham too influenced by ‘vested interests’ to offer change, Polanski says
Exclusive: Green party launches pushback against idea that next PM will have more left-leaning agenda than StarmerUK politics live – latest updatesAndy Burnham is “too in hock to vested interests”...
theguardian.com
The big questions facing Tuchel and England after World Cup exit
After England's World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, Sky Sports looks at the big questions facing Thomas Tuchel and the Three Lions squad.
skysports.com
World Cup: Why is there a third-place playoff between France and England?
When was it introduced, does it have an impact on the Golden Boot race and what do the managers think?
aljazeera.com
Female tennis players faced 12,000 abusive posts in 2025
Female tennis players received 12,000 abusive posts in 2025, according to a new report.
co.uk
Moonshot’s upcoming Kimi 3 is expected to close the gap with Anthropic’s Opus 4.8
The FT reports Kimi K3 will be the largest open AI model from China, with a parameter count between 2 trillion and 3 trillion.
techcrunch.com
How World Cup football jerseys became political fashion in Latin America
In both Brazil and Colombia, far-right political movements have coopted the national football team's jersey. But why?
aljazeera.com
Akihiro Miwa, Actor and Singer With Gender-Fluid Glamour, Dies at 91
In Japan, he was one of the first androgynous pop-culture stars and an inspirational figure. Abroad, he was known for his work in animated films by Hayao Miyazaki.
nytimes.com
US or Iran — Who needs a new truce deal more?
Both sides face pressure points that could make a protracted war painful.
aljazeera.com
Denshattack! review – time to get on board with kickflipping trains
PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2; UndercodersColourful, counter-cultural and captivating – this rail riding game set in a dystopian Japan is as weird as it is exhilaratingEvery now and a...
theguardian.com
Grief Is the Thing With Feathers by Max Porter review – a bravura rendering of bereavement
Actor Russell Tovey’s narration crackles with compassion and menace in this magical story of a widower and his young sons in mourningLess than a week after the sudden death of his wife, a grieving...
theguardian.com
How green is Andy Burnham? Britain’s next PM faces tough climate decisions
Heatwaves, high energy prices, calls for reindustrialisation and North Sea drilling are all high on the to-do listUK politics live – latest updatesWildfires cast a pall of smoke this week over Grea...
theguardian.com
Pergolesi: L’Olimpiade album review
Monaco/Raftis/Colombo/Frigato/Orchestra Ghislieri/Prandi(Arcana)Recorded from a live performance in an 18th-century theatre in Jesi – Pergolesi’s hometown – this is a brain-addling tale of love tri...
theguardian.com
Iran War Live Updates: U.S. and Iran Escalate Attacks, While Hinting at Diplomacy
As the renewed fighting entered its sixth day, both sides appeared to leave the door open to more negotiations to end the war.
nytimes.com
Neville: I won't lump in on Tuchel - England have had same issues for years
Gary Neville says he will not "lump in" on the criticisms of Thomas Tuchel after England's World Cup exit to Argentina, adding that he never expected the team to win the tournament.
skysports.com
Mahmood v Miliband: who will Burnham choose for chancellor? – podcast
Andy Burnham will become prime minister of the UK on Monday. But he has yet to reveal any cabinet picks, and rumours suggest he still hasn’t chosen a chancellor. What do we actually know about his...
theguardian.com
Hal Williams, actor best known for Sanford and Son and 227, dies aged 91
The actor, who also appeared in The Waltons and Private Benjamin, died at his home in CaliforniaHal Williams, the actor best known for TV roles in Sanford & Son and 227, has died at the age of...
theguardian.com
Offer teenagers a meningitis B vaccine on NHS, advisers tell UK government
JCVI says children should have one or two doses of menB vaccine at age 15, depending on if they had one as a babyTeenagers should be offered a vaccine on the NHS to protect against deadly meningiti...
theguardian.com
Sudanese minister says war has ‘profoundly reshaped’ nation’s demographics
Sudan faces a population shift as conflict empties areas, burdens cities, and disrupts economic and social stability.
aljazeera.com
All 11 last-minute winners at the World Cup
Watch all 11 winning goals scored in stoppage time at the 2026 Fifa World Cup.
co.uk
Forget tactics, which England players failed to step up when needed most?
England's World Cup journey came to a rather dramatic end against Argentina and their exit has led to one very simple question: why?
skysports.com
Key moments from JD Vance sit down with Joe Rogan
Key moments from JD Vance sit down with Joe Rogan
aljazeera.com
'I know what I'm talking about!' | Neville responds after Romero criticises him
Gary Neville responds to Cristian Romero after the Spurs captain took aim at the former Man Utd defender following Argentina's win over England in the World Cup semi-final.
skysports.com
Apple Intelligence approved for launch in China with Alibaba and Baidu
The deal, which was rumored to be in the works last year, marks an important step for Apple's AI ambitions in a key market.
techcrunch.com
Powerful storm floods hundreds of homes in Russia’s urals
Powerful storm floods hundreds of homes in Russia's urals
aljazeera.com
Italian officials handed jail terms for Genoa bridge disaster that killed 43
The ex-head of Italy's motorway operator Giovanni Castellucci was handed a 12-year term over the 2018 bridge collapse.
co.uk
60 years of hurt - England's World Cup wait in numbers
England’s wait for another World Cup triumph wait told through the football, people and moments that have shaped the world since 1966.
co.uk
'A true miracle of destiny' - Messi and Yamal's incredible first meeting
BBC Sport explores a bond between two world-class footballers from different generations who appear bound by destiny
co.uk
US hosts global meet on ‘far-left terror’: Who’s attending, why it matters
More than 65 countries expected to address 'renewed threats' from 'far-left political violence and terrorism'.
aljazeera.com
John Esposito, pioneering scholar of Islam in the US, dies aged 86
Georgetown scholar and author spent decades building bridges between the Islamic and Western worlds.
aljazeera.com
Hits don’t lie! Shakira’s 20 best songs, from World Cup anthems to megastar duets – ranked!
As the Colombian pop supremo prepares to perform at Sunday’s final, we rate her greatest work, including gossipy takedowns and lycanthropic lyricsOf Shakira’s World Cup anthems, it’s the joyfully l...
theguardian.com
Palestinians in Gaza search through homes destroyed by Israeli strikes
Palestinians are inspecting the damage in Nuseirat after Israeli strikes reduced their homes to rubble.
aljazeera.com
FIFA World Cup 2026: Biggest takeaways from the semifinals
The semifinals are now behind us, with plenty of key moments and incidents to digest ahead of Sunday's final.
aljazeera.com
England name unchanged starting XV to face Argentina
England will take on Argentina in their final match of the summer with the same starting XV, as freshly-capped pair Benhard Janse van Rensburg and Noah Caluori and free-scoring back row Henry Pollo...
co.uk
UK says Falkland Islands 'definitely ours' after Argentina banner
Argentina could be disciplined by Fifa for the celebrations after the World Cup win over England.
co.uk
US strikes first tanker with missiles as it enforces new blockade
The US military targeted an unladen oil tanker which it said was heading for the key Iranian oil terminal on Kharg island.
co.uk
XPeng’s New ‘Budget’ EV Looks Like the Ferrari Luce
The electric L03 is looking to punch above its weight in style and tech as it launches in 60 countries worldwide.
wired.com
As Argentina Holds Up Falklands Banner on Defeating England, Here’s What to Know About the War
Argentina’s Giovani Lo Celso holds a banner proclaiming the Falkland Islands as Argentine, after the World Cup semifinal in Atlanta on Wednesday.
nytimes.com
Iran claims strikes on US bases, warns of wider attacks on region
Iran claims strikes on US bases, warns of wider attacks on region
aljazeera.com
Former Bristol lock Vui 'devastated' by doping ban
Former Bristol Bears lock Chris Vui says he has been left "devastated" after being banned until July 2027 for a contested doping violation.
co.uk
EU court upholds Spanish amnesty law as compatible with EU law
Amnesty for people involved in Catalonia independence movement introduced in 2024 by PM Pedro Sanchez's government.
aljazeera.com
24m tune in to watch England-Argentina
England's defeat to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final attracts an audience of 24 million on the BBC.
co.uk
Venezuela’s recovery clouded by uncertainty three weeks after earthquake
In Venezuela, the focus has shifted from rescue to rebuilding three weeks after devastating earthquakes.
aljazeera.com
The Secret Garden review – thoughtful adaptation takes root in the imagination
The Egg, BathThe beloved children’s perennial is the basis for a celebration of craft, creativity and the beauty of the natural world in this charming puppetry productionThe Egg theatre celebrates...
theguardian.com
Alcaraz eyes return from injury at Cincinnati Open
World number three Carlos Alcaraz enters next month's Cincinnati Open as he plans his return from a wrist injury.
co.uk
World Cup: Tuchel, Messi and why Argentina beat England in semifinal
England's poor defensive tactics, Lionel Messi's enduring brilliance, and Argentina self-belief behind 2-1 comeback win.
aljazeera.com
Ultrahuman’s former hardware VP raises $5.5M for devices that control AI agents, not just record you
Aina is going to pilot a new device in coming weeks
techcrunch.com
Ireland bring back big names for clash against All Blacks at Eden Park
Ireland have brought back their big names for the crunch Nations Championship clash against the All Blacks at Eden Park on Saturday.
skysports.com
Vibes, not results, will dictate Burnham’s true election timetable
The political realities point to the new PM going long — but not too long
ft.com
Revealed: how Europe’s most powerful farming lobby killed EU’s pesticide law
Exclusive: High-level documents show how Copa Cogeca worked to weaken legislation to protect climate and wildlifeEurope live – latest updatesNewly revealed documents from inside the most powerful f...
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If you have been listening to Suella Braverman and think Britain has gone bonkers, let me explain | Nels Abbey
The idea that former colonies should pay reparations makes perfect sense through the lens of the new right. But have they got the telescope the right way round?Dearest World,Britain, that small yet...
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Nia Archives: Emotional Junglist review | Aimee Cliff's album of the week
(Island)On the Bradford-born producer’s self-assured second album, drum’n’bass rhythms power up angsty odes with shades of Arctic Monkeys, Kate Nash and myriad genresLike another of the year’s bigg...
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Meta now alerts parents if their teen discussed suicide or self-harm with its AI chatbot
The updates come as Meta and other tech companies are facing scrutiny from regulators and parents around how AI chatbots respond to users in crisis, particularly teenagers.
techcrunch.com
Hisense XR10 Smart Projector Review: RGB-Powered Wonder
Projectors are adopting RGB backlighting, the hottest tech from the world of TVs. This large but vivid projector is a great option for summer movie nights.
wired.com
Pakistan, a mediator in the war, struggles to make itself heard.
A billboard displays the images of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, left, and Syed Asim Munir, Pakistan’s army chief, in Islamabad, Pakistan, in June.
nytimes.com
Hundreds protest in Kyiv over Zelenskyy’s dismissal of defence minister
Mykhailo Fedorov has been credited with reforming defence procurement and tackling corruption.
aljazeera.com
Why you should care about World Cup third-place play-off
It might feel like the last thing anyone wants right now - but here is why, actually, you do want to watch the World Cup's third-place play-off.
co.uk
Global Opinion Shifts Toward Favoring China Over the U.S., Poll Finds
Global opinion of the United States had already been suffering a steady decline, according to past polls, but this year’s survey shows a precipitous drop-off.
nytimes.com
Was Tuchel to blame for England's mentality or just another victim of it?
The same feeling, but worse. England exit the World Cup with a 2-1 defeat just as they did twice under Gareth Southgate and in strikingly similar fashion to that semi-final defeat to Croatia eight...
skysports.com
Fire at orphanage in Algeria kills 11 people, including children
Eleven people died and 19 were injured after a fire swept through a state-run child welfare home in east Algiers.
aljazeera.com
Climate funding: Who pays for the transition?
Developed nations are cutting climate funding, but developing countries still need billions to adapt.
aljazeera.com
Three years added to French player's match-fixing ban
French tennis player Samuel Bensoussan's ban for match fixing has been extended by three years following an unsuccessful appeal, the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) has confirmed.
co.uk
Chip giant TSMC pledges another $100bn to expand US production
The company says it will create "high-tech, high-paying jobs", and raises its total commitment to the US to $265bn.
co.uk
Madelon Vriesendorp review – sex-crazed visions of skyscrapers copulating
Sir John Soane’s Museum, LondonThe Empire State building is caught in bed with the Chrysler Building and a milk bottle turns into a dragon in the raunchy and cheekily provocative work of the Dutch...
theguardian.com
What to Know About Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine’s Ousted Defense Minister
Mykhailo Fedorov in Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital, this month. His appointment was seen as an endorsement by Mr. Zelensky of Mr. Federov’s tech-driven vision.
nytimes.com
US lawmakers urge Trump administration to ban Chinese memory chips
Apple has been lobbying for clearance to buy from China’s CXMT during a global memory shortage
ft.com
Please Stop Making Me Opt Out of AI
I’m sick of “opt-out” toggles for automatically enabled generative AI features. It’s past time to make “opt in” the default setting for sensitive features.
wired.com
Sam Neill’s Cause of Death Was Pneumonia, Actor’s Agent Confirms
Sam Neill died on Monday from pneumonia, his agent confirmed on Thursday.
nytimes.com
Mass Protests Across Ukraine Oppose Ouster of Defense Minister
Protesting the dismissal of Ukraine’s defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, in Kharkiv on Thursday.
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Mass Protests Across Ukraine Oppose Ouster of Defense Minister
Protesting the dismissal of Ukraine’s defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, in Kharkiv on Thursday.
nytimes.com
Chinese AI start-up Moonshot to launch model challenging Anthropic’s lead
Kimi K3 expected to exceed performance of Claude Opus 4.8 in sign of narrowing gap between US and China on frontier AI
ft.com
Photos: Messi’s Argentina stun England to reach World Cup final vs Spain
Messi inspires Argentina’s dramatic late comeback win over England to reach final against Spain.
aljazeera.com
Decades of denial: Death certificate for disappeared reopens Kashmir wounds
After years of searching and court battles, a judge declares what Junaid Rashid already believed: His father was dead.
aljazeera.com
Jones beats Gilbert to win first professional title
Wales' Jak Jones ends a 16-year wait for his first title with a 3-2 victory over David Gilbert in the Championship League final.
co.uk
Finals Day 'best times of my career' - Grace Ballinger column
Grace Ballinger uses her latest column to preview the Women's T20 Blast Finals Day on Friday, which The Blaze have qualified for.
co.uk
Thousands of Ukrainians protest against Zelenskyy’s firing of defence minister
Deputy air force commander resigns as president faces backlash over decision
ft.com
A 59-Year-Old Hunger Striker Joins a Gen Z Protest Movement in India
Sonam Wangchuk, lying down, gets a medical checkup during his hunger strike in New Delhi on Wednesday.
nytimes.com
Astronomers Have Found a Sugar Molecule in Deep Space for the First Time Ever
Researchers identified traces of erythrulose, a monosaccharide, thousands of light-years away.
wired.com
Protests in Ukraine's cities against Zelensky's removal of defence minister
Ukraine's president has not explained Mykhailo Fedorov's dismissal, which is causing great upset among civil society and the military.
co.uk
Record crowd as Kerr returns to Gotham FC
Former Chelsea forward Sam Kerr makes her second debut for Gotham FC in front of the largest ever crowd for a women's sporting event in New York City.
co.uk
The best books to read in July: new paperbacks from Andrew O’Hagan, Miriam Toews and Oyinkan Braithwaite
Looking for a new reading recommendation? Here are some fantastic new paperbacks, from the gripping story of an international murder case to a state-of-the-nation yarn*** Continue reading...
theguardian.com
FIFA World Cup final: Date, time, halftime show, prediction and Trump
From Donald Trump's attendance to the match winner, the short guide before football’s global showpiece in New Jersey.
aljazeera.com
‘A sublime, breezy confection’: writers on their 2026 songs of the summer
The annual rundown of Guardian writers picking their most played tracks of the season goes from club-ready pop to sunny tech houseCheck out a Spotify playlist of the choicesKim Petras’ greatest son...
theguardian.com
Phone maker OnePlus says it won’t release new phones in the U.S. and Europe
OnePlus could also wind down its operations in India by 2027.
techcrunch.com
Why Italy’s Genoa bridge collapse led to one of its biggest criminal trials
Eight years after 43 people were killed, judges rule in the first trial over the Genoa bridge collapse.
aljazeera.com
Eleven people die in fire at Algerian foster care home
Along with the fatalities, 19 people suffered injuries, the authorities say.
co.uk
Here’s Where the U.S. and Iran Have Launched Attacks as the War Escalates
The U.S. military has appeared to widen its targets in Iran, while Iran has fired at bases belonging to American allies in the Middle East.
nytimes.com
Bellingham slapped Argentina substitute after England exit
Jude Bellingham sparks melee as he slaps Argentina substitute Valentin Barco on the back of the head following England's 2-1 World Cup semi-final defeat.
co.uk
US releases video of strikes on Iran
US releases video of strikes on Iran
aljazeera.com
US strikes Iran, tanker, as Tehran hits Kuwait, Jordan: What’s the latest
Strikes have hit closer to Tehran for the first time since the latest wave of attacks started.
aljazeera.com
Greece pins hopes on heat-seeking satellites to predict wildfires
The country, which suffers each summer, builds an arsenal of high-tech surveillance to help pre-position firefighters.
aljazeera.com
US launches new attacks on Iran as Tehran targets Gulf sites
Iran's Health Ministry has said at least 35 people have been killed and more than 300 injured since fighting resumed.
aljazeera.com
Watch FIFA World Cup: Argentina rallies past England to reach final
Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.
aljazeera.com
Trump wants to fence off the park closest to the White House, a popular protest spot
The Trump administration wants to install permanent fencing around Lafayette Park, directly outside the White House. It's long been a popular spot for protesters, who worry barriers will change that.
npr.org
Renzo Piano’s giant glass cube towers over the rest of the Stirling prize’s samey brick-built shortlist
Coming from the same developer as the Shard, London’s latest trophy building may be 54 storeys shorter than envisaged but should rise to building of the year If Irvine Sellar, the larger-than-life...
theguardian.com
Thousands of Ukrainians protest against Zelenskyy’s firing of defence minister
Deputy air force commander resigns as president faces backlash over decision
ft.com
British Steel is taken into public ownership to save UK supply
Scunthorpe factory is expropriated from China’s Jingye and ministers will ask a valuer to assess compensationBritish Steel has formally been taken into public ownership 15 months after the governme...
theguardian.com
Wales captain Lake selected for South Africa Test
Wales name captain Dewi Lake in the side for the Nations Championship match against South Africa in Durban on Saturday.
co.uk
Burnham must learn from Starmer’s mistakes: Labour was elected to transform the economy, not just stabilise it | Jonathan Portes
Devolution, tax, the EU and immigration: these are all opportunities for growth if Burnham abandons the excessive caution of the past few yearsThe economic inheritance Andy Burnham will receive fro...
theguardian.com
‘I felt Holden was talking to me alone’: The Catcher in the Rye at 75
JD Salinger’s wry, subversive classic inspired novelist Joseph O’Connor to be a writer. He reflects on why this story of a disaffected teenager remains as fresh and transgressive as everIn 1981, wh...
theguardian.com
Fleabag at 10: did Phoebe Waller-Bridge usher in a wave of female-fronted series – or straitjacket them?
The confessional classic opened the floodgates for a generation of brilliant female showrunners. But as risk-averse streamers tighten their purse strings, is the industry forcing women’s stories ba...
theguardian.com
How hard is it for Littler to go back to back at the World Matchplay?
The World Matchplay was a tournament dominated by Phil Taylor as - from 1994 to 2014 - he picked up 15 wins in Blackpool out of a possible 21. Yes, you read that correctly.
skysports.com
Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey used occupied land as a film set. That feels like a betrayal | Mohamed Sleiman Labat
The decision to shoot in Moroccan-occupied Western Sahara, where the Indigenous people can’t tell their stories without fear of imprisonment, helps erase our own brutal journey• Peter Bradshaw’s fi...
theguardian.com
Sen. Cory Booker on why he believes Todd Blanche shouldn't be confirmed as AG
NPR's Leila Fadel asks Democratic Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey why he says Todd Blanche should not be confirmed as attorney general.
npr.org
Government brings British Steel under public ownership
The Scunthorpe steelworks has been officially nationalised under new government powers passed this week.
co.uk
Weekly sports quiz: Who's headlining the World Cup final half-time show?
How much attention have you paid to what's happened in the world of sport over the past seven days?
co.uk
Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 39
Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?
co.uk
Chipmaker TSMC’s profits surge 77% on AI boom
Net income in second quarter blows past expectations
ft.com
Scarlets sign New Zealand U20 lock Allen
Scarlets have signed 6ft 6in, 21-year-old former New Zealand U20 lock Tom Allen from Super Rugby Pacific champions the Hurricanes.
co.uk
UK economy grew by 0.1% in May despite impact of Iran war
Rise in GDP follows a 0.1% decline in April, figures from the Office for National Statistics showThe UK economy grew by 0.1% in May, despite the impact of the Iran war on energy costs, official fig...
theguardian.com
British girl, 15, stranded in Rome for six weeks due to new passport rules
The dual national, who missed six weeks of school, is latest of several children affected by recent Home Office policyA British girl was prevented from returning to her school in the UK for six wee...
theguardian.com
Emergencies on planet Earth: images from the climate crisis – in pictures
From fierce flooding and escaped pigs to birds that can’t fly due to the weight of plastic in their stomachs, mankind’s biggest challenges are on stark display at Summit Photo 2026 Continue reading...
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Up All Night by Imogen Willetts review – a seductive history of going out
From 18th-century pleasure gardens to Studio 54, the story of nightlife in all its hedonistic – and political – gloryIn this fabulous alternative history of the modern world, the academic and “part...
theguardian.com
From Cambridge ‘imposter’ to New Labour star: Andy Burnham’s winding path to power
In the first of a two-part profile, Daniel Boffey traces the incoming PM’s early forays into politics and his rise to prominence – ultimately leading to him leaving London for ManchesterAndy Burnha...
theguardian.com
The Race for A.I. Data Centers Arrives in India
India is developing new data centers to secure a foothold in the global A.I. race. Our South Asia bureau chief, Mujib Mashal, discusses how a new Google campus’s potential use of the region’s alrea...
nytimes.com
India Is Moving Fast to Build A.I. Data Centers. A Coastal City May Pay the Price.
The port city of Visakhapatnam in the state of Andhra Pradesh is rapidly transforming into India’s coastal gateway for global tech infrastructure, fueled by massive A.I. data centers.
nytimes.com
TV tonight: Jennifer Garner and Chloë Sevigny star in glossy girlie trip drama
Five wealthy women set off for a weekend where everyone has something to hide. Plus: Dan Snow follows in Odysseus’s wake. Here’s what to watch this evening9pm, Sky AtlanticThis glossy drama about w...
theguardian.com
Trump’s intelligence chief nominee won’t say Biden won 2020 election
US President Trump’s nominee for top intel official, Jay Clayton, evaded directly stating that Biden won 2020 election
aljazeera.com
How birds are coping in the heatwave
Birds are unable to sweat but they keep cool by seeking shade and bathingAs we humans sweltered in the record-breaking late June heatwave, we might not have spared much thought on how birds were co...
theguardian.com
Burnham must avoid ‘summer of speculation’ on tax, warns CBI chief
Rain Newton-Smith calls for a new generation of public-private partnerships to fund major projectsAndy Burnham must avoid another “summer of speculation” on tax and spend that would spook British b...
theguardian.com
Defence is the one public budget we dare not question – will Andy Burnham break this cycle? | Andy Beckett
Any boost for the military will be paid for by cuts elsewhere. Britain’s new PM should be careful he is not being sold a pupFor many British voters, politicians and journalists, public spending has...
theguardian.com
Lenovo Coupon Codes and Deals in July 2026
Whether you’re shopping for a ThinkPad, Yoga laptop, or Legion gaming PC, these Lenovo discount codes and promotions can help you save big on your next tech upgrade.
wired.com
Sony Coupons: 45% Off Sony Headphones, WF-1000XM6 Earbuds, and Sony Cameras for July
Upgrade your setup with Sony’s newest releases. Save on industry-leading noise-canceling audio, and pro-level Alpha cameras.
wired.com
Trump earned billions last year. Some Pennsylvania swing voters say they don't care
Key voters in Pennsylvania are split on whether President Trump earning a big windfall last year is a big deal or not. Their reaction reveals a level of cynicism about many in the political class.
npr.org
Argentina’s Falklands banner sparks controversy at World Cup
Argentina players held up a banner declaring ‘Las Malvinas son Argentinas’ after beating England.
aljazeera.com
Kevin Warsh says the Fed is determined to bring rising prices under control
In his first testimony as the new chairman of the Federal Reserve, Kevin Warsh shared his views on a range of topics from artificial intelligence to immigration.
npr.org
Trump's Iran notice aims to reset war powers clock amid growing political risks
The Trump administration's notification to restart the war with Iran aims to reset a 60-day clock for military action, but questions are mounting about public support as midterms approach.
npr.org
Lawmakers grill national intelligence director nominee at confirmation hearing
Jay Clayton, President Trump's nominee for director of national intelligence, faced questions about the president's claims of election fraud at a Senate confirmation hearing Wednesday
npr.org
Actor Sam Neill died from pneumonia, agent confirms
Neill died in Sydney on Monday, with his family saying his death was 'sudden and unexpected'.
co.uk
In Iran war, Trump Risks Another American ‘Forever War’
A judiciary building damaged in the war as seen from the Golestan palace, in central Tehran, Iran, this month.
nytimes.com
‘Who do we call?’: Business worries about how to reach Burnham
Just days before the new prime minister enters Downing Street, chief executives are struggling to be heard
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Business worries about how to reach Burnham
‘Who do we call?’ Chief executives struggle to be heard ahead of arrival of new prime minister
ft.com
‘The minute I had success, I stopped taking drugs’: John Waters on 60 years of screen carnage
As Hairspray and his ‘angriest movie’ Desperate Living are rereleased, the ‘Pope of Trash’ reflects on dead dogs, dirty rats, ‘that lunatic RFK’ and why there are no novelty dances any moreJohn Wat...
theguardian.com
Robots, AI and drones: how the Dutch navy is using tech to transform its sea defences
Uncrewed systems are the future for armed forces and the Netherlands is leading the way ‘to keep people out of danger zones’On each side of the target ship, a black vessel keeps a watchful distance...
theguardian.com
Ontario Wildfire Smoke Moves East
Canadian wildfires sent plumes of smoke streaming over Ontario, Quebec, and parts of the U.S. Midwest and Northeast.
nasa.gov
Applied Computing wants to give oil and gas operators an AI model for the entire plant
Applied Computing has raised a $20M Series A to build a foundation AI model for the oil, gas and petrochemical industry.
techcrunch.com
Toronto engulfed by wildfire smoke as US cities threatened
Monitor ranks Toronto as having the worst air quality on earth, surpassing Kinshasa, DR Congo, and New Delhi, India.
aljazeera.com
Iran launches strikes on Gulf, even as FM visits Qatar
Iranian FM Araghchi visits Qatar to pay respects following the death of the Father Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin al Thani
aljazeera.com
The Andy Burnham I know – podcast
Today in Focus hears from friends, colleagues and mentors of Andy Burnham to find out more about the man soon to be prime ministerOn Monday, Andy Burnham will become the UK prime minister.The forme...
theguardian.com
Iranian doctor says US strike damaged children’s cancer hospital
Iranians are inspecting the damage from days of US strikes on key cities in the country’s south and west.
aljazeera.com
Why England's loss to Argentina felt like most painful in 60 years of hurt
England's years of hurt will now stretch beyond 60, but the late collapse to a World Cup semi-final defeat by Argentina may be the most painful wound of all.
co.uk
Celebrations erupt in Argentina’s capital after World Cup semifinal win
Jubilant fans leapt with joy in Buenos Aires after Argentina defeated England 2-1 in Wednesday’s World Cup semifinal.
aljazeera.com
Messi punishes England to drive Argentina into World Cup final
Reigning men’s champions celebrate comeback 2-1 win after opponents retreat into defensive shell
ft.com
Messi punishes England to drive Argentina into World Cup final
Reigning men’s champions celebrate comeback 2-1 win after opponents retreat into defensive shell
ft.com
'Passive' and 'crumbled' - did Tuchel's defensive tactics cost England?
England went 1-0 up against Argentina before slumping to a heart-breaking semi-final defeat. But did boss Thomas Tuchel's "negative" tactics cost the Three Lions a place in the World Cup final?
co.uk
Wildfire smoke engulfs Toronto, Canada and turns its skies orange
Wildfire smoke turned skies orange over Toronto and the rest of Ontario.
aljazeera.com
US will not win Iran war from the air, Trump’s ex-defence chief warns
Mark Esper tells FT more bombing will not change Tehran’s behaviour, as president vows to step up attacks
ft.com
Defeat will 'haunt' England as history repeats itself
England defender Dan Burn says the World Cup semi-final defeat by Argentina will haunt him.
co.uk
Orange haze from Canada wildfires seen in Ontario and northern US
There are currently 838 wildfires actively burning across the country, according to the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre.
co.uk
Why Greylock capped its new fund at $1.5B when it says it could have raised more
By keeping the number of investments to about 25 per fund, Greylock aims to remain what it calls "the most important partner" to its founders.
techcrunch.com
Quantum breakthrough links light and magnetism in atomically thin materials
A new review highlights exciting progress in atomically thin quantum materials where light and magnetism work together in ways never before possible. In these materials, light-generated excitons ca...
sciencedaily.com
‘Epic squared’: Scaloni lauds Argentina’s back-to-back World Cup comebacks
'There was blood in the water, and we went for it,' Argentina coach said of the relentless late attacks against England.
aljazeera.com
Tuchel retains FA backing despite England defeat
Thomas Tuchel retains the backing of the Football Association despite England failing to reach the World Cup final.
co.uk
Tuchel vows to remain as England head coach after Argentina defeat
Thomas Tuchel says he will stay on to lead England into Euro 2028 despite their World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina.
skysports.com
How global heating supercharged floods in West Africa, displacing thousands
Adaptation to frightening new normal and reducing emissions further and faster is critical, scientists warnDozens of people drowned, hundreds had to be rescued and thousands were displaced when flo...
theguardian.com
Iran war live: Sirens in Bahrain, Kuwait; US ‘disables’ Iranian oil tanker
Iranian media report explosions on Qeshm Island, Bandar Abbas and Chabahar as Bahrain and Kuwait sound air raid sirens.
aljazeera.com
The Coming Clash Between China and Europe
Why a trade war can’t be avoided.
foreignaffairs.com
The Lost Art of Coercion
Why Trump’s belligerence is a sign of weakness.