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UEFA, AFC, CONCACAF hit out at Infantino over World Cup privatisation plan
Three confederations release letter criticising FIFA's president over his proposal to sell off stakes in the World Cup.…
Netanyahu rejects US-backed 15-point Gaza peace plan | First Thing
Israeli PM is insisting on a full Hamas disarmament before the deal can be implemented. Plus, what it feels like to get locked in to an opera performa…
Ocean heat records broken as hottest July temperature recorded
Global oceans recorded their hottest July on record, partly fuelled by developing El Niño conditions, as wildfires continue to ravage western Europe.…
At least 13 killed in Ukrainian drone strike on Russia's Tatarstan region, officials say
It is one of the deadliest Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia since the start of Moscow's war on Ukraine.…
The FAA wants to reboot the nation's airspace. This airline shows how it might work
When Alaska Airlines wanted to optimize its operations, it turned to a small startup called Air Space Intelligence. Now the FAA has hired the company …
Who really needs testosterone?
The military plans to start screening service members for low testosterone, and social media is overflowing with claims about testosterone therapy. Bu…
Mike Lindell touts Trump ties in race for governor of Minnesota, where Trump has lost
Lindell, of "MyPillow," plays up his ties to Trump, who endorsed him for Tuesday's primary. But the state Republican convention backed one of his oppo…
In a competitive Maine Senate race, women voters could be the deciders
The race between Susan Collins and Troy Jackson is one of this year's most high-profile Senate contests. To win, both candidates will need support fro…
An arts school where Epstein allegedly preyed on students reveals decades of abuse
In a new report, former Interlochen students detail some 70 allegations of sexual abuse by nearly 50 adults employed or affiliated with the school. On…
Voters are sick of the two-party system. A new poll shows they're open to big changes
A new poll shows support for moving the U.S. toward proportional representation, a system that elects multiple representatives in a single district in…
‘Like the movies’: How Ukraine’s ground robots are changing rules of war
They carry ammunition, can conduct kamikaze missions and have shown they can capture enemy positions.…
Anguished locals watch as Israel demolishes homes in southern Lebanon
Anguished locals watch as Israel demolishes homes in southern Lebanon…
Nigeria eliminated as Cameroon, Malawi reach WAFCON semis and World Cup
Outsiders Malawi qualify for their first FIFA World Cup, while defending champions Nigeria are eliminated by Cameroon.…
Morning news brief
Iran aims to put pressure on Trump amid negotiations with Oman, Labor Department to release new report on inflation, new report reveals decades of abu…
China evacuates a million from homes as Typhoon Dolphin arrives
China evacuates a million from homes as Typhoon Dolphin arrives…
Infantino has broken trust 'through deception', confederation presidents say
Fifa has been accused of breaking trust "through deception" in an open letter issued by Uefa, Concacaf and the Asian Football Confederation.…
Ukrainian drone attack on the Russian city of Nizhnekamsk kills 12, authorities say
Ukraine has targeted Russian oil facilities with long-range drones almost daily in recent months. The barrage has caused fuel shortages in Russia and …
Israeli forces kill one in Gaza as another body recovered from rubble
Gaza Health Ministry says hospitals receive bodies of two Palestinians as Netanyahu rejects Trump plan to end war.…
Don Nelson, Hall of Fame basketball coach and NBA player, dies at 86
Nelson was a five-time NBA champion with the Boston Celtics but is best remembered for his innovative coaching style.…
North Korea’s hackers using AI for attacks, cybersecurity firm says
Hacking group Kimsuky using AI-generated documents in spear-phishing attacks, South Korean cybersecurity firm says.…
Pakistan-administered Kashmir votes in reduced third phase amid unrest
Voting postponed in seven of 11 Poonch division constituencies as boycott calls and violence mar the region's elections.…
Ukraine launches drone attack on Russian oil refining facilities – Europe live
Volodymyr Zelenskyy says that strikes on such facilities were directly linked with putting more pressure on MoscowMeanwhile, at least five people died…
Monday briefing: How the new phase of confrontation at al-Aqsa signals a challenge to the status quo
In today’s newsletter: Jerusalem’s most volatile site has again become a flashpoint, with Arab states and former Israeli officials sounding the alarm…
Trump signals shift to economic pressure on Iran over new military strikes
US relying on sanctions and naval blockade as oil prices stabilise, easing economic strain on American consumers.…
The view from the proving grounds for next-generation nuclear reactors, Atomic City, Idaho
A new generation of small nuclear reactors is poised to come online in the next few years. Public opinion remains split.…
Israel confirms death of Palestinian detainee, nearly two years late
The family of Ihab Diab disputes Israeli claims of health issues, alleging torture was behind his prison death.…
Clashes in Iraq’s Kut city during protests over power shortages
Protests over power shortages escalated in Kut, Iraq, as demonstrators demanded more electricity amid soaring heat.…
Oil prices climb as Iranian demands cloud outlook for Strait of Hormuz
Brent crude prices rise as Tehran says critical waterway will not reopen without major US concessions.…
Houthis launch fresh ballistic missile and drone attacks on al-Makha port
Iran-backed Houthis have resumed attacks on Yemen’s al-Makha port in the Red Sea.…
Brief relief ahead of fifth heatwave - as more areas could move into drought
While Monday won't be quite as hot as the weekend, temperatures will ramp up ahead of the fifth widespread heatwave of the year.…