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Why doesn’t Indian PM Modi hold unscripted press conferences?
Why doesn't Indian PM Modi hold unscripted press conferences?…
US forces launch new strikes on Iran; Tehran closes Strait of Hormuz
US forces have launched a third round of strikes on Iran in a week.…
Former emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, dies at 74
This is a breaking news story.…
Champion Sinner wary of Zverev before Wimbledon final
Recent history suggests Jannik Sinner should be confident of retaining his Wimbledon title - but he is wary of French Open champion Alexander Zverev.…
Bellingham reaching heights of World Cup legends with Messi next
Jude Bellingham against dazzled England and the World Cup with his brilliance, matching some records of the all-time records.…
Which teams are in the World Cup semifinals, and what’s the match schedule?
Qualified teams, venues, kickoff times, key players, and how to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals.…
What was the mistaken identity red card shown in Argentina vs Switzerland?
Switzerland's Breel Embolo became the first player to be sent off after a VAR review in the last World Cup quarterfinal.…
McGregor injured 69 seconds into UFC comeback
Conor McGregor's return to the octagon against Max Holloway at UFC 329 lasts just 69 seconds after the Irishman suffers a knee injury.…
US allies apprehensive after capricious Trump changes tune at Nato summit
Sudden shift may be linked to affinity for Erdoğan but what might be consequences of erratic behavior towards alliance?Donald Trump’s relationship wit…
EU accused of dragging its feet over ban on trade with illegal Israeli settlements
Foreign ministers will discuss options on Monday but decision on imports is not expected for months The EU has been accused of dragging its feet over …
Alvarez's 112th-minute goal helps lift Argentina past Switzerland 3-1 and into World Cup semifinals
Julian Alvarez sent defending champion Argentina into the World Cup semifinals with a long-range strike in the 112th minute against Switzerland.…
US attacks Iran over ship being hit in Strait of Hormuz; Tehran lashes out again at Gulf Arab states
The United States attacked Iran early Sunday morning over an Iranian attack on a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran apparently responded with strike…
Wallabies’ pop-gun revival under Joe Schmidt blown apart as France unload heavy artillery | Daniel Gallan
Plucky defeats decorated with patches of excellence will not cut it for Australia with a home World Cup now looming largeThe camera found Joe Schmidt …
U.S. launches strikes after Iran fires on civilian vessel in Strait of Hormuz
Iran says it again considers the Strait of Hormuz closed after its military struck a ship using an "unauthorized route." In response, the U.S. militar…
200 young campers rescued as flooding hits parts of Missouri and Kentucky
A historic rainfall event has left communities across several Missouri counties underwater and prompted water rescues, including an evacuation of a su…
'Fresh arrest in killing of Widdecombe' and 'Saved by the Bell'
New arrest after death of Ann Widdecombe and Bellingham brings it home for England leads Sunday's papers.…
Iran war live: IRGC declares Strait of Hormuz closed over US interference
Move comes as Israel continues attacks on Gaza and Lebanon, killing and wounding several civilians.…
US and Iran exchange strikes as Tehran again says strait of Hormuz is closed
Tehran says vessel using unapproved route in strait was struck, drawing strikes from US forces to ‘degrade Iran’s ability to attack civilian mariners’…
Mediators push US-Iran talks in Qatar and Oman to avert escalation
Regional mediators are stepping up efforts to prevent further escalation between Iran and the US.…
This English professor has run with the bulls in Spain for two decades
When Bill Hillmann was 19 years old, he read Ernest Hemingway's The Sun Also Rises. That book inspired him to pursue two dreams: a career in literatur…
Palestinian aid worker who organized World Cup screenings killed in Israeli strike
Palestinians are mourning Mohammed al-Wahidi, a beloved aid worker in Gaza. He was killed by as Israeli airstrike while en route to a World Cup screen…
Iran supreme leader calls for revenge for father's killing
Mojtaba Khamenei says vengeance is "inevitable" for the killing, which happened on the first day of the US-Israeli war on Iran.…
South Africa’s Jayden Adams, 25, dies after playing in FIFA World Cup
South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder died after featuring in his nation's run to the World Cup round of 32.…
Trump administration subpoenas New York Times reporters over coverage
Press freedom advocates and members of Congress have condemned the subpoenas as an attempt to 'threaten and intimidate'.…
US Rep Ro Khanna speaks out about being harassed by Israeli settlers
US Rep Ro Khanna speaks out about being harassed by Israeli settlers…
Noskova defeats Muchova in Wimbledon final to record first Grand Slam title
Linda Noskova's victory over Karolina Muchova makes her the third Czech women's singles champion in past four years.…
Noskova holds off extraordinary Muchova fightback to win Wimbledon
Czech youngster Linda Noskova recovers from missing five championship points to beat Karolina Muchova in an extraordinary Wimbledon final.…
US, Lebanese delegations meet to discuss Israeli ‘pilot zones’ withdrawal
Sources tell Al Jazeera that talks are focused on establishing mechanism for first of two so-called "pilot zones".…
Guehi and Stones set to start for England in World Cup quarter-final
Marc Guehi has won his fitness race and is expected to be fit for England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway, with John Stones set to play along…
US lawmaker slams Israeli army after settlers detain him on Palestine trip
Lawmaker Khanna accuses soldiers of supporting the settlers, warning that Israeli forces made a 'huge mistake'.…