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Cowboys, fighter jets and US Border Patrol - inside Trump's big recruitment drive
Space Force and Customs and Border Patrol are using a rodeo as a way to drive up recruitment numbers.…
Ticket prices plunge for USA-Belgium World Cup last-16 match
The price for the final 2026 World Cup match in Seattle hit nearly $4,000 but dipped as low as $1,549 on Tuesday.…
'Disgusting' Paraguay went 'way too far' against France
BBC pundits Thomas Hitzlsperger, Joe Hart and Micah Richards discuss Paraguay's attempts to get under France's skin at the 2026 World Cup.…
Masses of Iranians defy heatwave on second day of Khamenei’s funeral
Iran has marked the second day of funeral processions for its late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.…
In Mount Rushmore speech, Trump veers from U.S. exceptionalism to warnings about communism
President Trump ushered in America's 250th anniversary with a darkly political speech that swerved from the typically apolitical, unifying speeches pa…
Ounahi fires Morocco into World Cup quarterfinals with 3-0 win over Canada
Azzedine Ounahi scored two of three second-half goals as Morocco ended cohosts run to reach last eight.…
Lebanon’s Aoun calls on US to keep ‘always standing beside’ his country
In a congratulatory message on US Independence Day, Aoun says he hopes Lebanon can 'open a new page of hope'.…
Will economic pressure move the Kremlin towards talks with Kyiv?
Relentless Ukrainian strikes on refineries have caused a fuel crisis in Russia.…
Russia’s Medvedev says Strait of Hormuz is Iran’s ‘nuclear weapon’
Dmitry Medvedev says Iran’s ability to disrupt traffic in the Strait of Hormuz is equivalent to possession of a nuclear.…
Ukrainian drones hit St Petersburg oil terminal and nearby port
St Petersburg governor reports no victims after ‘large-scale’ overnight attack that also hit Baltic port of VysotskUkraine launched a big overnight dr…
Turkiye’s Erdogan says Israel must not be able to ‘dynamite’ US-Iran deal
The Turkiye leader has repeatedly accused Israel of trying to undermine the US-Iran memorandum of understanding.…
Trump hints Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu may visit US as early as next week
The visit would mark Netanyahu's seventh visit to the US since Trump returned to office for a second term as president.…
GB's Fery fights off Bergs and nosebleeds to reach fourth round
British wildcard Arthur Fery beats Zizou Bergs to reach the Wimbledon fourth round and keep home singles hopes alive - despite suffering three noseble…
Why England won't fear Mexico or the Azteca - Shearer
Former England captain Alan Shearer explains why Thomas Tuchel's team will not be worried about the difficult conditions when they play Mexico at the …
Former chess champion Kramnik banned over cheating remarks
The former Russian world chess champion had accused other players, including the late Daniel Naroditsky, of cheating.…
At least 7 Palestinians killed by Israeli forces over past 48 hours in Gaza
A further nine bodies were recovered from under the rubble, according to Gaza's Ministry of Health.…
Washington's July 4 parade is off. The fireworks are still on
Organizers called off the Independence Day Parade late Friday, citing an extreme heat warning with temperatures expected to reach up to 115 degrees. T…
Antonelli beats Leclerc & Hamilton to Silverstone pole
Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli takes pole position for the British Grand Prix, beating the Ferraris and team-mate George Russell.…
Russian attacks leave trail of destruction across Ukraine
Russian attacks leave trail of destruction across Ukraine…
Iran promotes message of continuity and revenge at Khamenei commemoration
Iran will be shut down on Sunday and Monday to encourage more mourners to join funeral procession.…
Move over Chutes & Ladders: Schisto & Ladders has educational value plus worms
Spread by parasitic worms that can infect via a splash of water, schistosomiasis causes debilitating symptoms. It hits kids hard. A board game teaches…
Injury ends Williams' Wimbledon comeback
Serena Williams pulls out of her planned Wimbledon doubles appearance with older sister Venus because of a knee injury.…
Canada vs Morocco LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 last 16
Live coverage and text updates as cohosts Canada play Morocco in the round of 16 knockout stage.…
China's military promotes 2 new generals after anti-corruption purge thins ranks
The shake-up is believed to be an effort to ensure the military's loyalty to the Communist Party and its leader, Xi Jinping.…
Brain drain leaves Yemen’s health sector in tatters and millions helpless
Yemen's health professionals have been leaving the country in search of higher income and a safer working environment.…
Why closure matters at the end of life
A peaceful, supported end-of-life experience — focused on family and closure — can transform both dying and grieving.…
Ukraine hits major oil terminal in Russia's St Petersburg
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says the target is key infrastructure "that generates revenue for Russia's war".…
Prince Harry will not be joined by Meghan and children on London trip
Plans for Meghan, Archie and Lilibet to travel to London changed after it was confirmed they would not have taxpayer funded security.…
Cape Verde fans 'proud' despite 3-2 defeat to Argentina
Cape Verde fans say they are 'proud' of their team despite a 3-2 defeat to Argentina that ended their World Cup hopes.…
Dior dress and a man of honour: What we know about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding
The couple tied the knot in New York on Friday, after months of speculation about when, where and how it would happen.…