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Iran's coach refuses to discuss pride celebrations in Seattle, where his country face Egypt in a crucial Group G match.
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Paris Diamond League meeting to go ahead in ‘adapted format’ amid France’s ‘exceptional heatwave’
The Paris Diamond League meet is due to take place on Sunday
‘Fairly strange wording’ — Kremlin responds to Russian serviceman’s appeal to Putin
The Kremlin has been informed of an appeal that serviceman Alexander Lunin addressed to Vladimir Putin but has not yet reviewed it, spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters on June 26.
‘Chock full of incredible animals’: marine expedition uncovers 31 new species in two weeks
Experts worked in ocean midwater off Brazil at near-record speeds thanks to cutting-edge tech A marine biology expedition in international waters off the coast of Brazil has discovered 31 new species in just two weeks. The researchers believe the speed at which the species were found and identified may be a record, in part because of the cutting-edge technology designed and built by the science…
Royal Navy shadows Russian warships in UK waters for three months
Five navy ships have been involved in the monitoring of the Admiral Grigorovich
Gambling disorder diagnoses spike in states that legalized sports betting, study shows
Researchers analyzed millions of electronic health records and found a major difference between states that greenlit sports gambling and those that didn’t.
Why Americans should fear lame-duck Donald
On the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the author argues that President Trump is channeling the King of Great Britain by committing similar "usurpations" and that "We The People" must be vigilant in the upcoming midterm elections to prevent a "lame-duck" president from further abusing his power.
Hong Kong bookshop owners bailed after arrests on suspicion of sedition
The owners of an independent Hong Kong bookshop have been released on bail two days after being arrested by national security police on suspicion of sedition and money laundering, the South China Morning Post has learned. A source familiar with the matter said the two owners of Hunter Bookstore – former district councillor for the now-disbanded Civic Party, Leticia Wong Man‑huen, 33, and a…
Whereabouts of nearly 300 people with Ebola unknown in DR Congo
Fears over ‘huge community transmission’ as modelling predicts thousands of deaths in DRC by September The whereabouts of almost 300 people who have tested positive for Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is unknown, according to Africa’s top public health official. The humanitarian crisis amid the conflict in the affected areas means more than 1 million people are living in camps to…
Police shut down highway near Putin’s Valdai residence
Traffic police shut down the M-11 highway on June 26, the Russian Telegram news channel Ostorozhno Novosti reported. Officers stopped traffic in both directions on the toll road at around 10:00 a.m. Moscow time without explanation, eyewitnesses said. A traffic jam formed near the village of Kolomno in the Tver region.
Over two thirds of Israelis believe Trump’s policies are bad for Israel
Exclusive: New figures reveal that Israeli citizens are overwhelmingly dissatisfied with the US despite Trump previously claiming to have a ‘99 per cent’ approval rating in the country
Christmas market attacker jailed for life for murdering six in Germany
A nine-year-old and five women were killed when Taleb Al-Abdulmohsen drove into the market in 2024.
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Iran-US war latest: US military carries out strikes on Iran after ships struck by drones in Strait of Hormuz
Trump accuses Tehran of 'foolish violation' of ceasefire after ships struck by drones in Strait of Hormuz
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How messages between two dads helped expose the largest NHS maternity scandal
Among the hundreds of affected families in Nottingham, two sets of parents led the fight to get answers.
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Trooper Salute marches to its own beat on dazzling debut album
The quintet's debut album "Tomogachi Ga Imashita," released on June 17, features an impressive array of styles drawn from the band members' wide-ranging influences.
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Venezuela Live Updates: Trump’s Vow to ‘Run’ Venezuela Is Tested After Quakes
The U.S. dispatched hundreds of rescue workers to help the Venezuelan government, as the injured overwhelmed hospitals and the death toll rose to 920. The Pentagon sent two ships, transport planes …
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Apple increases prices for Macs and iPads, blaming memory chip shortage fueled by AI
The Cupertino, California-based company called the demand spike an "unprecedented challenge" for the consumer electronics industry.
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Tuchel defends full-back selection after James injury
Thomas Tuchel defends his full-back selections after confirming Reece James will miss the match against Panama through injury.
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How the Reflecting Pool Turned Green: Missing ‘Bubblers’ and a Rush Job
Bulky “nanobubbler” machines were carted off ahead of a promotional event for President Trump’s Ultimate Fighting Championship birthday party.
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Home Office to introduce new asylum routes to UK
The home secretary said "capped safe and legal" routes would help to restore confidence in the asylum system.
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Miami Marlins track down viral ‘very good boy’ who watched as rival pup enjoyed a hot dog at a game
‘Everyone's always said he's like the greatest dog,’ the pup’s proud owner said after his new-found fame
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Americans are inundated with suspected scams. New polls show why few victims report them
Most Americans are inundated with scam attempts on a daily basis — and about 3 in 10 have personally lost money or personal information to scams, according to a new AP-NORC survey.
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Megyn Kelly after Supreme Court TPS decision: ‘Go back to f—ing Haiti’
Former Fox News host Megyn Kelly had a blunt message to the thousands of Haitians and Syrians protected from deportation under a form of humanitarian relief after the Supreme Court ruled on Thursda…
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Tormenta antes del partido impide a los jugadores españoles reconocer la cancha
La lluvia no ha permitido a la selección española hacer reconocimiento de cancha; con caras perplejas esperan a que calme la lluvia. El mal tiempo ya retrasó un juego en este torneo, pero parece qu…
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'Burnham election call' and 'Too hot for tennis'
Andy Burnham and the record-breaking heatwave across the UK and Europe is prominent across Saturday's papers.
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Pete Buttigieg targeted by ‘false report’ to authorities involving his 4-year-old twins
The former transportation secretary said he was forced to spend 24 hours away from his 4-year-old twins during the probe. Police determined it was a false report.
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Megyn Kelly faces backlash over ‘profoundly racist’ rant against Haitian immigrants after Supreme Court ruling
Right-wing commentator tells Haitian immigrants with TPS to ‘go home’ in vulgar rant
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Former Stars and Stripes ombudsman sues Pentagon over firing
Jacqueline Smith, the ombudsman of outlet Stars and Stripes who was ousted in April after she criticized the Pentagon’s new restrictions on the newspaper, is suing the Defense Department. In a comp…
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Pete Buttigieg Says He Was Separated From His Children in ‘Swatting’ Attack
The former transportation secretary recounted being kept away from his 4-year-old twins overnight after an anonymous report accused him of posing a threat to them. The police said the report was fa…
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JD Vance says ‘violence will be met with violence’ after strikes on Iran – live
Pentagon says strikes were in response to Iran’s attack on cargo ship in strait of Hormuz US says it struck Iran targets after attack on cargo ship on the strait of Hormuz Sign up for the Breaking …
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Rest your best or go strong? Norway face questions as Haaland left out
Sensible choice or wrong decision? Norway leave Erling Haaland out as they make 10 changes against France - and lose heavily.
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In Small Step, Israel Agrees to Withdrawal From Two Areas in Lebanon
Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged that the agreement marked only “the beginning of the beginning” of negotiations between Israel and Lebanon.
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Wildfire Incinerates a ‘Hidden Gem’ in Utah’s Mountains
The Cottonwood fire has grown to 72,000 acres and torn through more than 100 condos and cabins at a growing ski community.
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Venezuela quake crisis tests legitimacy of Delcy Rodriguez regime
As Rodriguez's administration races to rescue victims, restore infrastructure and secure international assistance, the opposition is mounting its own support operation.
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Plane appears to crash into Beijing’s tallest building
Video footage taken by witnesses showed what appeared to be part of a small plane on the ground beside the building.
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Venezuela quake toll tops 900 as search intensifies for hundreds trapped
The government said 172 people remained trapped, 920 were dead and 3,360 injured, while a website listed more than 50,000 people reported missing.
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Gavin Newsom urges a national 'billionaires' tax' while fighting one in California
California governor calls for national tax on super-wealthy and suggests the US should own a stake in AI companies US politics live – latest updates California’s governor, Gavin Newsom , called for…
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U.S. strikes Iran in response to attack on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz
U.S. Central Command said aircraft struck missile and drone storage locations and coastal radar sites.
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DNC plans weekend of local events to focus on affordability concerns under Trump
Two years ago, Democrats were the ones accused of being indifferent to Americans' anger about rising prices. Now they're pointing the finger at Trump, who has downplayed the impact of lingering inf…
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Marcelo Bielsa: “Lo más importante es que logremos dominar al rival”
El Director Técnico de Uruguay revela que el punto fundamental para la victoria será dominar a España y no permitirles tener oportunidades de gol; además, Darwin Núñez será titular en Guadalajara.
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Utah governor orders ban on fireworks as wildfires rage across state
Fireworks prohibition comes alongside state of emergency as wildfires prompt evacuations and red-flag warnings Utah governor Spencer Cox has announced a state of emergency and accompanying temporar…
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World Cup match collides with Florida GOP bash
Florida Republicans are hoping to capitalize on Miami’s moment as global attention converges on South Florida for the World Cup — but logistics may be the real test.
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Pete Buttigieg says he was separated from children after false police report
Buttigieg described the 24-hour ordeal as ‘among the darkest hours of my life’
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Marc Cucurella: “Intentaremos ganar y así no estaremos sufriendo hasta el final”
El defensa español hace hincapié que han preparado el juego con las expectativas de ganar. Aunque la estrategia del uruguayo Bielsa será ofensivo, Cucurella afirma que están preparados y será un pa…
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Bible stories become required reading for Texas schools
Critics say the new reading requirements infringe on religious freedoms and blur the separation of church and state.
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Earthquake Tests Growing Ties Between U.S. and Venezuela
The Trump administration said it would commit aid, at a time when it has been expanding U.S. commercial interests in Venezuela beyond oil.
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Meloni and Trump: A very public fall-out that is proving very hard to fix
Italy's PM was not long ago being called the "Trump whisperer", but their relationship has gone from public attacks to personal insults.
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PSNI officer 'had intelligence on Donaldson abuse a year before complaint'
A BBC investigation has been told a detective and a child safeguarding expert identified Donaldson after speaking to a victim.
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Three unusual things about the King's tax bill
King Charles paid £12.9m in tax for 2024-2025 - here's what we know about his unique tax situation.
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‘The colors speak for themselves’: How Japan’s chroma bible went global
Originally published as a six-volume series in the 1930s, "A Dictionary of Color Combinations" has become a go-to for creatives in Japan and around the world.
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U.S. Strikes Iran in Retaliation for Attack on Vessel in Strait of Hormuz
President Trump on Friday called Iran’s attack on a container ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz a day earlier a “foolish” act.
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US conducts strikes on Iran after attack on cargo ship
US Central Command says it has struck missile and drone storage facilities and coastal radar positions.
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Crews race to find survivors in mountains of rubble after Venezuela earthquakes
The race to save lives in Venezuela is becoming a race against time. Rescue crews are digging through mountains of rubble, searching for survivors believed to be trapped after two powerful quakes s…
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Israel and Lebanon sign framework agreement after US-brokered talks
Hezbollah is not party to Friday's agreement, and previous ceasefires between Israel and Lebanon have still seen near-daily cross-border strikes.
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Trump attacks Democrats as ‘godless communists’ in test of midterms message
President seizes on wins by Mamdani-backed candidates to warn darkly of threat to ‘traditional American way of life’ Donald Trump has previewed a Republican strategy for the midterm elections, seiz…
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5 million have dropped ACA insurance after Trump and the GOP let prices skyrocket
The number of people who signed up for a health plan and then didn't pay their premium fell much more sharply than it has in years past. Trump officials blame fraud. Health policy experts blame costs.
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Reporter in Caracas describes earthquake destruction and response in Venezuela
Following the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, entire neighborhoods have been reduced to ruins across Caracas and the surrounding communities. As the United States, the UN and International ai…
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Los uruguayos llegan con altas expectativas al Estadio Guadalajara
La selección de Uruguay completará la ronda de fase de grupos contra España. Como segundo lugar, la ‘Celeste’ tiene la misión de buscar una victoria para posicionarse como líder, o mantener como mí…
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Michigan parents charged with murder in death of seven-year-old son weighing 250lbs
Authorities say couple failed to take young boy to doctor and did not provide safe environment at home A Michigan couple has been charged with murder after authorities say their son died weighing m…
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Trump's TPS policy is a 'job killer' and bad for Ohio, Gov. DeWine says
A Supreme Court ruling this week cleared the way for the Trump administration to end temporary protected status for Haitians and Syrians. One of the states that could face the biggest impact is Ohi…
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Scenes of Collapse: The Emergency at Venezuela’s Hospitals
A snapshot of the toll of the country’s twin quakes.
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Venezuela quake death toll reaches 920 as interim president vows to save ‘as many as possible’
Delcy Rodríguez says foreign rescue teams are arriving as anger grows at official response and limited resources Survivors tell of ‘brutal and fast’ Venezuela quake as hunt for survivors goes on Ve…
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