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Hong Kong’s anti-corruption agency and police have jointly arrested 19 people, including serving footballers and coaches, over illegal bookmaking, with one player accused of both fixing matches and handling illicit bets. Principal investigator Bill Ng Siu-kei of the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) said on Friday that the agency and police had broken up a local syndicate run by…
Vehicles backed up at the entrance to the Crimean Bridge — the crossing linking mainland Russia and occupied Crimea — on the morning of June 26, the Telegram channel Krymskii most: operativnaia informatsiia (“Crimean Bridge: Operational Updates”) reported.
The parents of former NFL running back Doug Martin have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Oakland, California, police officers and an ambulance company
A "very strong verification system" is needed in Iran to ensure the Islamic republic keeps its pledge not to develop nuclear weapons after the conflict in the Middle East ends, International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi said on Friday. Iran's nuclear programme remains a key sticking point as Washington and Tehran negotiate a deal to end the war.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani promised a rent freeze for people living in 1 million apartments if he got elected
Japan's average minimum hourly wages in fiscal 2025, which ended in March, stood at ¥1,121, up 6.3% from the preceding year.
Jenrry Meija attributes escape from hotel to ‘divine intervention’ and says he rescued an elderly man from the building seconds before it collapsed
When 44-year-old Williams strides on to the Centre Court she once owned, there will be only one story in town.
Airport has also been ‘engaging closely’ with regulator to discuss cost of plan to build third runway Business live – latest updates Heathrow has said that passenger numbers and profits will fall this year because of the war in the Middle East. Europe’s busiest airport said it expected a 1.1% decline in the total number of passengers to 83.6 million as the Iran war affects air travel. Continue…
The United States could consider making a bid to host the men's 2038 World Cup, with Fifa considering expanding the tournament to 64 teams.
Ukrainian officials say their northern neighbor is allowing its radio relay stations to be used to guide Russian attack drones more precisely.
Two powerful quakes shook the South American country, causing death and destruction.
Charles released his tax information for the period he has been king of Britain as part of a push for greater transparency after the scandal involving the former Prince Andrew.
The New York Times WorldHong Kong is seeking to curb the flow of bulk high liquid content waste, such as expired drinks, personal care products and discarded detergents, into landfills, a move conservationists say will pr…
South China Morning PostThe United States and Mexico were among the latest to send support as the death toll from two powerful earthquakes climbed to 235. Thousands were injured, and hundreds remained missing or trapped u…
The New York Times WorldMike Tapp accuses home secretary of intimidation after calls for him to be sacked over unauthorised newspaper article The prime minister’s official spokesperson has told journalists that Keir Starm…
The Guardian PoliticsThe Paris police chief, Patrice Faure, said that alcohol restrictions were intended to ease pressure on health services.
The New York Times WorldWeeks of intense strikes by Ukraine have rattled everyday life in Crimea to an extent unseen since Russia illegally annexed the peninsula in 2014.
The New York Times WorldHeat-related deaths and disruptions to daily life are forcing politicians to reckon, in different ways, with a rapidly warming planet.
The New York Times WorldNew York City mayor’s preferred candidates are likely coming to Washington. But, writes Eric Garcia , don’t expect a sea change on Capitol Hill
The Independent WorldBolton to plead guilty charges that he unlawfully retained sensitive national security information in agreement that includes $2.25m fine Sign up for the Breaking News US email Hello and welcome to…
The Guardian WorldHong Kong’s two major electricity suppliers will provide rebates to eligible households between August and October to reduce their bills and ease financial pressure after the US-Israel war on Iran …
South China Morning PostPolice bodycam footage also shows Vickrum Digwa claiming student was wounded from punch or falling over The murderer of Henry Nowak, the student whose death sparked riots in Southampton, is seen ly…
The Guardian WorldAmerica is celebrating its 250th anniversary, and the nation's capital is undergoing significant changes under President Donald Trump
The Independent WorldPolice say that 71-year-old allegedly left another duckling seriously injured
The Independent World‘We hope to rescue as many living people as possible’, says the acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, but authorities fear the death toll will be in the thousands China’s president Xi Jinping said Bei…
The Guardian WorldMPs hear current plans fall ‘far short of what is needed’ with many deaths expected and children baking in classrooms UK politics live – latest updates The UK government is facing increasingly urge…
The Guardian PoliticsFormer Russian Defense Minister Sergey Ivanov has died, according to the VTB United League, where he served as honorary president. He was 73.
Meduza (English)President Trump will headline the Faith & Freedom Coalition conference in Washington on Friday afternoon. The annual “Road to Majority” event comes as the Trump administration grapples with fallout…
The Hill13 men are accused of helping a man abuse his wife over a period of years.
BBC News (Front page)President Donald Trump’s pledge already dismissed by Tehran, which has accused U.S. of exporting only ‘genetically-modified soybeans, broken promises and trash talks’
The Independent WorldEstimated 150 million people in Europe could experience temperatures above 35C today European heatwave is worst ever and impossible without climate crisis, scientists say Over in the UK, firefighte…
The Guardian WorldKatie Miller posted video clip on social media of Trump from September 2024 presidential debate, during which Trump made baseless claim
The Independent WorldBolton will plead guilty to one count of retaining classified information based on diary entries detailing his work in Trump's first term at a court hearing on Friday
The Independent WorldEconomist Prof Mariana Mazzucato says governments must ‘get back their mojo’ and believe they can change the world Good governments have a vision. They know what they want to achieve, can articulat…
The Guardian PoliticsCape Verdeans in Britain feeling ‘incredibly proud’ after team’s hard-fought draws against Spain and Uruguay World Cup live – latest updates For as long as she can remember, 13-year-old Lauryn stru…
The Guardian WorldPresident claims his rally-style address to open the ‘America 250’ event on Washington’s National Mall was ‘packed to the brim’ with supporters, despite evidence to the contrary
The Independent WorldResearch finds immune systems still ‘responding to toxic chemical exposures’ related to East Palestine derailment In the weeks after the East Palestine train wreck culminated in a towering fireball…
The Guardian World[Watch Whole Hog Politics live: Join us today at 9 am ET at TheHill.com as Chris Stirewalt and host Bill Sammon break down this week’s political news and answer questions from a live online audienc…
The HillZohran Mamdani is riding high, using his newfound political power as New York City’s mayor to recruit leftist candidates to run for Congress. But while Mamdani is cheering, Democrats are weeping.
The HillClaims that Abelardo de la Espriella’s win was driven by armed pressure behind Iván Cepeda’s vote stigmatize the left without evidence
EL PAÍS - EnglishWho should start for England against Panama in their final World Cup group game? It's time to put yourself in Thomas Tuchel's shoes.
BBC News (Front page)Hong Kong police and mainland authorities have smashed a cross-border phishing syndicate that swindled victims out of HK$16.8 million (US$2.14 million) by impersonating the Water Supplies Departmen…
South China Morning PostExclusive: Veteran Labour peer who fled Nazis as a child attacks ‘performative cruelty’ of Shabana Mahmood’s policies UK politics live – latest updates Shabana Mahmood should be moved out of the Ho…
The Guardian WorldFox News host claims Democrats are ‘ripping up the Reflecting Pool,’ before one his co-host hits back
The Independent WorldChechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov shook hands with a humanoid robot at a medical equipment exhibition in Grozny, footage released June 26 by the press service of the head and government of Chechnya sho…
Meduza (English)One congressman claims on social media that the outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base is ‘getting worse’
The Independent WorldAs the on-again, off-again fighting continues between Israel and Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed militia has revealed its deadly FPV drone fleet: small quadcopters equipped with light explosives. Ana…
France 24 EnglishKremlin may attempt to test Nato cohesion as Russia comes under growing pressure from Ukraine, according to sources from two countries Two countries on Nato’s eastern flank have warned that Russia …
The Guardian WorldPresident Trump on Thursday reacted to a string of victories from progressive candidates endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D), a democratic socialist, saying “the communists” were “ma…
The HillHundreds of graduates and interns at finance firm will now have to work in office at least three days a week Business live – latest updates Revolut will haul hundreds of graduates and interns into …
The Guardian WorldNational weather agency warns of heavy rain and winds up to 120kph
The Independent WorldShabana Mahmood believes Mike Tapp should be sacked for writing an article but No 10 says the PM is taking advice.
BBC PoliticsTwo heat domes are preparing to join forces, sending temperatures soaring around the U.S. next week. Here's where it'll hit hardest.
The HillExclusive : ‘Once they put the product out there, they have an obligation to make it reasonably safe,’ attorney Yvonne Flaherty told The Independent of client Dane Miller, who also lost his job and…
The Independent WorldBenevity must act decisively, immediately, publicly, and unequivocally disavowing its relationship with the Southern Poverty Law Center.
The HillAlannah Keyser appeared briefly in Thursday's episode before viewers were told she had left the villa.
BBC News (Front page)Around 50,000 people have been reported missing after the twin earthquakes near Caracas
The Independent WorldCPS says decision to withhold names is due to fears Tate and his brother could identify alleged victims online A high court judge has thrown out Andrew and Tristan Tate’s attempt to bring a legal c…
The Guardian WorldRestrictions in the French capital came into effect at midday as temperatures swelled to 36C in a desperate bid to curb excess deaths
The Independent WorldThe ship was reportedly struck by an "unknown projectile" near Oman but no casualties were reported.
BBC WorldThe body was found during the search for a 14-year-old girl, Lilly, who was reported missing.
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