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‘They gave their best’: Congolese reflect on historic World Cup run
The Leopards' first World Cup in more than 50 years united Congolese supporters, despite defeat to England.
Powerful explosion as firefighters probe smoke at Tacoma apartment
Powerful explosion as firefighters probe smoke at Tacoma apartment.
Ronaldo scores as Portugal come back to win, Croatia denied by late VAR
Cristiano Ronaldo pulls Portugal level before Goncalo Ramos wins it late on; Croatia have further goal ruled offside.
Relief efforts shift as Venezuela quake survivors seek aid
Emergency relief is becoming the focus in Venezuela’s La Guaira state as aid stations distribute food.
Iran war live: Tehran slams US before huge funeral for Ali Khamenei
Lebanon's Health Ministry says at least 4,298 people have been killed and 12,196 injured in Israeli attacks since March.
Trump administration indicts Olympic athlete for Reflecting Pool vandalism
David Hearn could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted, but critics question the legitimacy of Trump's claims.
Will the end of TPS for Haitians mean a caregiving crisis in US?
Immigrants with temporary protection more likely to work in healthcare, representing 15 percent of noncitizen workers.
Portugal fans gather ahead of Ronaldo-Modric clash
Portugal fans gather ahead of Ronaldo-Modric clash.
Senegal’s World Cup agony: Nation left rueing last-gasp collapse
Former players and fans blame substitutions, lack of focus, and travel restrictions for Senegal's World Cup exit.
Oyarzabal scores two goals as Spain dominates Austria in World Cup knockout
Mikel Oyarzabal's brace allows the European champions to dominate Austria and move on to the round of 16.
Could water become a flashpoint between Islamabad and New Delhi?
Pakistan has warned India over the Indus Water Treaty.
WHO declares cruise-linked hantavirus outbreak officially over
WHO declares cruise-linked hantavirus outbreak over as final exposed person completes quarantine and tests negative.
UK’s likely next leader Andy Burnham vows to fully fund defence plans
Andy Burnham says the UK must take the defence investment plan 'very seriously' despite 4.7bn-pound funding hole.
Trump administration aims to cut regulations on US commercial fishing
Scallop fishing had been banned in the New England waters since 1994 on account of overfishing.
UK culture minister quits X over ‘abuse and misinformation’
UK Department of Culture, Media and Sport will also stop using social media platform.
Violent clashes as Albania’s anti-government protests continue
Violent clashes as Albania’s anti-government protests continue
LIVE: Portugal vs Croatia – FIFA World Cup 2026
Live coverage and text updates, with team news, from our commentary stream as Ronaldo's Portugal target the last 16.
Trump administration renews pressure on International Criminal Court
The US says it will reject any effort by court to assert authority over citizens, days after judges sue over sanctions.
Supermarket chaos for air conditioner sale in France amid heatwave
Supermarket chaos erupted in France as shoppers raced to buy Lidl's discounted air conditioners and fans
Nine Buddhist monks killed by child driving truck in Thailand
Nine Buddhist monks were killed after a truck driven by an 11-year-old boy struck a pilgrimage procession in Thailand.
The last time Iran held a funeral for the Supreme Leader
An estimated 10 million mourners attended Iran’s first Supreme Leader’s funeral in 1989.
Fears of new massacre in Sudan’s el-Obeid: What do we know?
As RSF troops besiege el-Obeid, 500,000 civilians face mass atrocities amid drone strikes and a stalled peace process.
UK’s likely next PM Andy Burnham faces defence funding gap
Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis is facing questions over the funding gap and whether Burnham was blindsided.
‘Miracle’: Trapped man rescued eight days after Venezuela earthquakes
Attention has turned to the humanitarian response after at least 2,295 people are confirmed dead, and 13,000 homeless.
How the North American heatwave could impact the FIFA World Cup
Which host cities and matches face the biggest risks? What is FIFA doing to protect players and how can fans stay safe?
Deadly blast at Damascus cafe leaves 6 dead, 22 injured
At least 6 people were killed and 22 injured after an explosive device detonated in a café in Damascus' Al-Hijaz area.
Rally for Luxembourg teacher fired over pro-Gaza posts
Students and supporters of a Luxembourg teacher fired over social media posts held a demonstration for her this week.
Amid the World Cup, the new pan-Africanism is conditional
A record number of African nations are at the 2026 World Cup, but the continent no longer backs them all.
How US-Iran war may push Gulf countries to ‘diversify’ security alliances
Despite Iranian attacks, several GCC states continue to speak with Tehran in effort to mend ties and forge cooperation.
What’s behind the deadly bombing of a crowded Damascus cafe?
The blast near Damascus's main courthouse killed five and wounded 16 as Syria's new state battles to enforce security.