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England and Norway, Old Friends, Resurrect a Rivalry for the World Cup
Along with historic and diplomatic ties, England’s club soccer teams have loyal fans in Norway. On Saturday, supporters will have to pick a side.
Hot Weather Sets Off Scramble for Outdoor Swimming in London
In an ever hotter city, the competition for pools is fierce. Some swimmers are turning to ponds and canals, which come with their own problems.
Mitch McConnell mystery deepens as health questions remain unanswered
Senator’s office has released only sparse details about hospital stay, leaving fevered speculation to fill vacuumMystery surrounding Senator Mitch McConnell’s health is deepening …
Alfred Dreyfus statue to finally receive permanent home in central Paris
Sculpture of Jewish army officer wrongly accused of treason has been moved around the city for decadesFor 40 years, the statue of Capt Alfred Dreyfus has been moved around Paris, …
Cuba suffers second nationwide blackout in five days
Cuba suffers second nationwide blackout in five days
Israel Struck an Iranian Steel Facility. Was It a Valid Military Target?
During the war, Israel attacked Iran’s steel plants, saying they provided forces with revenue and the means to make weapons, but it also hurt the civilian economy.
Russian missile attacks wound 11 in Kyiv
In the latest salvo in one of the war's deadliest months, Russia hits Kyiv with ballistic missiles and 121 drones.
‘Like a sauna’: London tube travellers swelter in temperatures higher than legal limit for cattle
The tube cannot easily be adapted to cope with heatwaves, making conditions almost unbearableAs the escalator descends below ground at King’s Cross St Pancras station in London, t…
Indonesia’s anti-graft prosecutor quits after police seize gold and cash
Police seized 74kg of gold bars and $20m cash in various currencies.
Man Arrested in Killing of U.K. Ex-Lawmaker Is Released
The police said the 26-year-old was no longer part of the investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe and urged anyone with information about the crime to come forward.
Newly-released video shows Peter Falconio's killer questioned
Australian police have released bodycam footage showing one of the last attempts to get Bradley Murdoch to reveal the location of Peter Falconio's body, on the 25th anniversary of…
Russian overnight strikes on Kyiv injure ten
Russian overnight strikes on Kyiv injure ten
‘Sealed in blood’: Where does the China-North Korea alliance stand today?
China and North Korea are celebrating the 65th anniversary of a friendship treaty this week.
Typhoon Bavi: Taiwan, Japan and China face disruption after 17 killed in Philippines
The storm has triggered deadly landslides in the Philippines, knocked out power in Japan and Taiwan, and forced hundreds of thousands to evacuate in China ahead of its expected la…
Trump threatens Iran after chants for his death erupted at Khamenei funeral
US president warns the US will decimate Iran amid alleged assassination plots as regional mediators try to save MoU.
‘Politicians have always been schemers’: upheld conviction fails to dent Le Pen’s popularity
Presidential bid by leader of far-right National Rally has no shortage of supporters in scenic MontargisIn the small French town of Montargis, Jean-Antoine, a retired decorator, w…
Australian killer's final police interview footage released
Bradley Murdoch, 67, died in jail without disclosing where Peter Falconio's remains might be.
Berlin hostage crisis: Woman freed after hourslong standoff
A man took a woman hostage in a supermarket, prompting an hourslong police operation to free the victim. The man reportedly "pulled out" a big knife before the supermarket closed …
Wembanyama signs contract with Spurs for five years, $252m: Report
Victor Wemnanyama, the NBA's tallest player, inked the third-largest rookie extension in history.
Ann Widdecombe investigation: police release man arrested on suspicion of former MP’s murder – latest updates
Officers are carrying out ‘numerous inquiries’ but 26-year-old, arrested on Friday afternoon, is no longer part of the investigationA 26-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murd…
Will Trump Accounts deliver for American children?
The White House has hailed the project as giving new generations a stake in the American dream, but the scheme has its critics.
World Cup quarterfinals today: Schedule, predictions, Haaland’s viral rise
England face Norway and Argentina take on Switzerland for the final two World Cup semifinal spots.
Germany news: Third summer heat wave looms
Germany is in for another scorching week, though no records are likely to be broken this time, forecasters say. Meanwhile, a man has taken a woman hostage at a Berlin supermarket.…
World Cup quarter-final expected to generate £500m sales boost for UK economy
As England prepare to take on Norway on Saturday, sales of pints, takeaways and new TVs continue to surgeFrom a cosy Norwegian pub to outdoor fan zones packed with hopeful England…
John Humphrys criticises successors on ‘irritating’ Today programme
Ex-presenter of BBC Radio 4 show complains in Guardian of ‘gratuitous gratitude’ and ‘gushing’ between host and guestFor more than three decades, John Humphrys delighted and infur…