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'Nasty, nasty challenge' - Quansah shown red card
England are reduced to ten men as Jarrel Quansah is shown a red card following a VAR review for a "nasty" challenge on Mexico's Jesus Gallardo.…
Penalty? Red card? Why were they given against England?
Why did England have Jarell Quansah sent off and a penalty awarded against them in their thrilling World Cup last-16 match with Mexico?…
Neymar quits international football after Brazil’s World Cup knockout loss
The injury-plagued striker converted a penalty but failed to take his team into the last 16 of the FIFA World Cup.…
Ageing Brazil need major surgery - but is Ancelotti the man to do it?
There was nothing unlucky about Brazil's loss to Norway in the last 16 of the World Cup and their exit at this stage is an unmitigated disaster, write…
The man no-one wants to face - Haaland fires Norway to history
Erling Haaland has scored seven goals in four World Cup games and he is the striker that nobody wants to face as he fires Norway into an historic quar…
Former partner of journalist Lyra McKee hopes her death haunts her killer
Sara Canning described the gunman who killed Lyra as "pathetic" and believes there will never be justice.…
The dark side of the Brazillian butt lift boom
The aesthetics industry is worth billions but campaigners say there have been numerous cases of serious harm.…
Haaland scores twice as Norway stun Brazil 2-1 in World Cup 2026 last 16
Haaland's brace takes him to seven goals for the tournament as Norway book quarterfinal against Mexico or England.…
How a son rescued his father from the rubble of Venezuela’s earthquakes
After the June 24 earthquakes, ex-firefighter Jesus Garcia found himself working to save his dad and younger brothers.…
Y si sí: the phrase uniting Mexico during the World Cup
Mexico's World Cup run has inspired a phrase heard across the country: "Y si sí." Or in English: "What if we can?" Anamaria Sayre reports from Mexico …
Shelter-in-place order at Azteca over severe weather before Mexico-England
The Azteca Stadium issues a shelter-in-place order because of severe weather before the last-16 World Cup tie between Mexico and England.…
8 injured, including 4 children, in New York City Fourth of July shooting
A shooting at a Fourth of July celebration in the US city of New York wounded eight victims, four of whom are children.…
10,000 people evacuated as wildfire tears through southern France
A fast-moving wildfire has forced around 10,000 people to evacuate after burning more than 1,500 hectares in France.…
FIFA World Cup: All to know as Ronaldo’s Portugal play Spain in the last 16
Cristiano Ronaldo is just one of several key talking points before Portugal and Spain clash in a round of 16 epic in Dallas.…
Mexico vs England LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 – last 16
Live coverage and text updates with full build-up and team news ahead from our commentary stream of Mexico vs England.…
Thunderstorms, heat and wind will hamper efforts to contain Colorado wildfires
Thunderstorms with high winds could make it more difficult to contain a massive wildfire that has scorched parts of southern Colorado.…
Leclerc wins dramatic British GP from Russell & Hamilton
Charles Leclerc wins a dramatic British Grand Prix from George Russell in which both Kimi Antonelli and Max Verstappen failed to score.…
Evacuations in Guam as super typhoon Bavi approaches
The storm is forecast to bring winds in excess of 160mph and waves nearly 11m high when it makes landfall on Monday.…
Reform UK’s Farage failed to disclose funds from convicted criminal: Report
George Cottrell provided funds for Reform UK leader's security, drivers, staff and accommodation, Sunday Times reports.…
Mexico vs England: FIFA World Cup last 16 – Kane, prediction and altitude
One of the most anticipated knockout matches takes place when Mexico plays England at the Azteca in the round of 16.…
Release Dr Hussam Abu Safia immediately!
It’s been more than 1,000 days of genocide and 500 days of Abu Safia’s detention. We need urgent action to end both.…
Fireworks light up New York City to mark 250 years of US independence
Fireworks lit up the New York City skyline as America marked its 250th anniversary.…
Tuchel praises respectful Mexico fans amid increased security
Thomas Tuchel dismisses concerns over England's treatment in Mexico, saying it has been "nicer than I expected" and that home fans are "friendly and r…
Farage denies rules broken after reports benefits from ally were undeclared
The Sunday Times said the Reform UK leader failed to declare benefits from an ally convicted of fraud in the US.…
TikTokers on how Manchester became an 'influencer heaven'
Influencers are showing the world why they think Manchester is a great place it is to live.…
France survive Paraguay's 'disgraceful' and 'embarrassing' dark arts
After dismantling all before them at this World Cup, France had to find a new way to win against a Paraguay side whose use of the dark arts angered ma…
A very British love affair - why Wimbledon regulars keep coming back
Devoted fans of the SW19 Championships tell stories of camping in the queue and lifelong friendships.…
Mbappe draws level with Messi as France beat Paraguay to set up Morocco tie
Kylian Mbappe moves level with Lionel Messi on seven goals at World Cup 2026 as France beat Paraguay 1-0 in last 16.…
US influence challenged by changing global order: Paolo von Schirach
US influence challenged by changing global order: Paolo von Schirach…
James doubtful for Mexico tie but Quansah fit again
Reece James misses training on the eve of England's World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico but Jarell Quansah is available again.…