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Trump thanks FIFA as it suspends Balogun’s ban for Belgium World Cup match
Balogun was set to miss USA vs Belgium last 16 tie but will now be available as FIFA surprisingly ends his suspension.…
Folarin Balogun's soccer ban suspended by FIFA, allowing U.S. striker to play Belgium
U.S. soccer star Folarin Balogun has had his World Cup ban suspended by FIFA, making him free to play in the United States' round of 16 game against B…
Palestinians rally outside Al-Shifa hospital, demanding medical evacuation
Protest outside Al-Shifa Medical Complex demanding Israel lift travel restrictions on those leaving the Gaza Strip.…
Osaka knocks out top-seeded Sabalenka to reach Wimbledon quarterfinals
Naomi Osaka beat world number one Sabalenka in straight sets to book her maiden Wimbledon quarterfinal.…
Sons of Iran’s leader Ali Khamenei attend funeral, but Mojtaba is absent
Massive crowds gathered in Tehran to mourn Khamenei’s death, with chants calling for revenge against the US and Israel.…
Emotion and politics merge in Tehran at funeral of former supreme leader
The BBC's chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet is in Tehran, where funeral events are taking place in honour of Iran's former leader, Ayatoll…
Super Typhoon Bavi threatens Guam with catastrophic winds and flooding
The storm system is expected to reach landfall on Monday morning.…
50 Houthi fighters killed in renewed clashes in Yemen
Yemeni government officials say the Houthis launched a surprise offensive targeting army barracks in southern Hodeidah.…
USA striker Balogun's one-game ban suspended by Fifa
Folarin Balogun is available to play for the United States in their World Cup last-16 tie against Belgium after his one-game ban is suspended by Fifa.…
Guam and surrounding Pacific islands brace for impact of Super Typhoon Bavi
People in the Northern Mariana Islands – remote U.S. territories in the Pacific Ocean – are preparing for Super Typhoon Bavi, which experts say could …
Football star swaps dressing room for classroom
Jake Wright, who played for Sheffield United for four years, is head of Year 8 at Newfield School.…
Tributes to pet shop owner amid murder probe
The victim has been named locally as pet shop owner Barbara Mullaney, who was in her 70s.…
FBI seized more than 600 drones flying over World Cup games in US cities
Agency says drones had been caught across all 11 US host cities in restricted airspace since tournament beganMore than 600 drones flying over restrict…
Brazil vs Norway LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 – last 16
Live coverage and text updates as Brazil play Norway in the round of 16 knockout stage.…
What is the religious and political messaging behind Khamenei’s funeral?
The Islamic Republic is leaning into religious imagery to hone its political messages locally and across the region.…
Photo of abused Palestinian detainee causes anguish for two Gaza mothers
Disturbing image showing restrained detainee adds to agony of two mothers, each of whom is certain he is their son.…
Charles Leclerc wins F1 British Grand Prix behind the safety car
Charles Leclerc collects his first victory of the 2026 F1 season after late safety car confusion in the final laps.…
Syria delays first session of transitional parliament without explanation
The transitional parliament aims to draft a new elections law during its 30-month term.…
Djokovic breaks Federer's Wimbledon record to reach quarters
Novak Djokovic claims the all-time record for most men's singles match wins at Wimbledon by beating qualifier Roman Safiullin to reach the quarter-fin…
Thousands welcome home Cape Verde footballers after stunning World Cup run
Tens of thousands of fans formed an ocean of blue outside the airport in capital city, Praia.…
A new law in California will clarify 'sell by' dates to reduce food waste
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Nick Lapis of Californians Against Waste about the new law that standardizes food label "use by" dates and how that re…
Who Is The Fraudster Who Paid For Farage’s Security?
Reform denies rules were broken over benefits provided to Nigel Farage.…
Delivery firm Evri sues BBC for £1.2m over Panorama documentary
Company seeks redress for contracts it says it has lost as a result of programme’s claims about its business practicesThe parcel delivery company Evri…
Mexico fans fail in bid to wake up England players
England players feel little to no impact of Mexico fans attempting to disturb their sleep by letting off fireworks outside their hotel.…
Cape Verde celebrates team’s return after historic World Cup
Cape Verde's football team is getting a hero's welcome on its return home after a historic World Cup run.…
Iran seeks to tighten control over strait of Hormuz alongside Khamenei funeral
IRGC warnings force ships to turn back as Tehran uses passages from Qur’an to send messages to Gulf delegationsThe diplomatic and military contest for…
England have struggled against low block - so should they use it to beat Mexico?
England face Mexico in the last 16 of the World Cup in Mexico City - Thomas Tuchel could change tactics to combat the hosts and the altitude to book a…
Cricket match abandoned after bull storms pitch
The bull's owner brought along a cow to entice it off the Burnopfield playing grounds to no avail.…
Health secretary seeks advice over maternity inquiry staff who refused to give evidence
James Murray says he felt "numb" after hearing from families affected by the scandal.…
Dr Hussam Abu Safia’s life in ‘grave danger’
‘This is the last time you'll see me.’…