Indian activist on hunger strike for 20 days forcibly taken to hospital
Sonam Wangchuk had urged people to join a protest march to parliament on 20 July.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-07-18
Venice protesters rally against US ambassador’s superyacht tour
Protesters clashed with police in Venice outside US Ambassador Tilman Fertitta’s superyacht.
aljazeera.com
Defiant Tuchel defends decisions and says loss is 'scar we carry now'
England head coach Thomas Tuchel defends his tactical decisions during the World Cup semi-final defeat by Argentina in a tense news conference.
co.uk
In New York’s ‘Little Palestine’, fans cheer for Spain in World Cup final
Tournament has showcased unity and solidarity in Brooklyn's sizeable Arab American community, football fans say.
aljazeera.com
Five football players who rose to social media stardom at the World Cup
On-pitch heroics and loveable personalities have skyrocketed the social media following of some footballers.
aljazeera.com
'They made him a defensive player' - Trump questions Kane role in loss
US President Donald Trump joins criticism of England's tactics in their World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina, by questioning Harry Kane's second-half "defensive" role.
co.uk
Iranian official says the policy of negotiating during war is over
Mohsen Rezaee has warned that if the US continues bombing Iran, Tehran will escalate its response into full-scale war.
aljazeera.com
He made history in Congress - then the Supreme Court changed its mind
Residents say they're afraid that if Shomari Figures loses his seat, their federal-funding could disappear with him.
co.uk
US strikes hit Iran for seventh consecutive night
The US command says it is conducting more strikes to degrade Iran's armed forces, as Iran reports explosions near the Strait of Hormuz.
co.uk
Analyst questions Trump’s renewed focus on US election integrity
Eric Ham argues President Donald Trump’s renewed focus on election security is attempt to expand federal authority.
aljazeera.com
Argentina like to leave mark on opponents - Laporte
Spain defender Aymeric Laporte claims World Cup final opponents Argentina are a team that "likes to leave a mark on their opponents".
co.uk
Landslide in southwest China kills eight and leaves 34 missing
A landslide on the outskirts of the southwestern Chinese city of Chongqing has killed at least eight and left 34 missing
aljazeera.com
UK by-election sees record 34 candidates as Farage seeks return
The Reform UK leader seeks to regain his seat after resigning amid gifts controversy.
aljazeera.com
7 Americans Sent to Disputed Kenya Ebola Site After New Trump Travel Ban
A satellite image showing the field hospital at Laikipia Air Base in central Kenya, where America aid workers are being quarantined.
nytimes.com
Homeland Security Secretary Mullin reiterates Trump threats about elections
Mullin pledged to make Trump's election security demands 'mandatory' and implement a 'maximum pressure' campaign.
aljazeera.com
Iran war live: US and Iran exchange attacks for 7th consecutive night
Fighting between the two sides rages as US attacks shift further into Iran’s interior