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The United States and Turkey delivered a dramatic Group D finale as Kaan Ayhan’s stoppage-time goal secured a 3-2 win for Turkey and brought Team USA’s perfect group-stage run to an end, although their qualification had already been confirmed. In the parallel fixture, Australia’s draw with Paraguay ensured their progression to the last 32, with Paraguay also likely to advance.
We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. A crisis ‘defused’ as blockade lifted, assets to be returned to Iran after Swiss talks Statements from the US and Iran following…
Mei Hanada's response video to her termination from idol group AKB48 echoes a scandal involving a different member of the pop outfit from 2013.
Britain may have lost the Revolutionary War, but London still holds the blueprints of the American Revolution. Follow in the founders’ footsteps at these notable places.
The record-breaking heat that’s scorching Europe day and night this month would not have been possible without climate change, according to a new study
A loose collective of cybercriminals initially took credit for crippling Jaguar Land Rover last year. Investigators now see Russian hands behind the ransomware attack.
In Myanmar, games are being broadcast by a company that is co-owned by the military, which usurped power five years ago. Some fans are trying other ways to watch.
This week marked 10 years since the UK chose to leave the EU. In a series of interviews with key players from both sides, Kiran Stacey looks back on the Brexit vote that changed the country forever Read the Guardian’s full article on Brexit here Continue reading...
Kremlin 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 is preparing a possible “provocation” in the Baltic states or Poland in an effort to test the cohesion of the western military alliance. Western sources also fear there could be danger on the horizon…
The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool in Washington DC will have to be drained again. Donald Trump has blamed vandalism for the failure to keep the water “American flag blue”. But what if this small body of water is proof that the president can’t outrun the truth? Jonathan Freedland speaks to Arwa Mahdawi about why this project, which has cost the taxpayer millions, is proving to be such an…
Study also finds high humidity means people in hundreds of cities are enduring their worst ever heat stress The heatwave scorching western Europe is the most severe and widespread ever and is only possible due to the climate crisis driven by fossil fuel burning, scientists have said. Almost half of Europe’s 850 largest cities are also enduring their worst ever heat stress, a combination of…
The owners want to implement a maximum contract length of five years for all free agents who switch teams, along with six years for players who re-sign with their existing teams.
Europe’s record heatwave in the month of June would have been "virtually impossible" 50 years ago, scientists said Friday, proof that human-caused climate change is "unequivocally" responsible for …
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NPR NewsA penthouse at CK Asset Holdings’ luxury residential project in Hong Kong’s Mid-Levels has been sold via tender for HK$380.77 million (US$48.5 million), according to a statement from the flagship p…
South China Morning PostBack-to-back earthquakes left at least 235 dead and injured more than 4,300 people, according to Venezuela’s government. Residents of the port city of La Guaira estimated that hundreds of people we…
The New York Times WorldThe body was found during the search for a 14-year-old girl, Lilly, who was reported missing.
BBC News (Front page)Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Albanese says Stefanovic saga ‘unfortunate’, but ‘words do matter’ The prime minister was asked by the ABC abou…
The Guardian WorldAs England try to get their game right on the pitch, the games they play off the field are performing a key role in team bonding - as Morgan Rogers reveals to BBC Sport.
BBC News (Front page)The renaming of the ASDF by the end of fiscal 2026, will mark the first name change for any branch of the Self-Defense Forces since its establishment in 1954.
The Japan TimesParis Fashion Week Men’s became a test of fashion’s relationship with heat
ABC News InternationalFrance claims interception of Russian ‘shadow fleet’ oil tanker off Sicily
The Independent WorldFootage of Allan Marshall, who died after being restrained by prison officers, has been obtained by the BBC.
BBC News (Front page)Multi-storey buildings have collapsed in La Guaira following two major earthquakes on Wednesday.
BBC News (Front page)Hong Kong police have arrested a minibus driver for dangerous driving after his vehicle fatally hit a cyclist in North district. Police received a report of the incident in Ta Kwu Ling at 6.27am on…
South China Morning PostThe 10 wax dolls of the Straw Hat Crew members are the first Japanese anime characters to join the Grevin Museum.
The Japan TimesTurkey come out on top in the last minute of an end-to-end 3-2 win over a second string USA side, in their final Group D match at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
BBC News (Front page)The decision was announced Thursday during a briefing on royal finances at which Charles became the first British monarch to reveal the taxes he paid to the government.
NPR NewsNews that King Charles will not live at Buckingham Palace, and that the UK is sweating through record heat, leads Friday's papers.
BBC News (Front page)Apple Macbook 13-inch prices jumps from $1,799 to $2,099 while the cost of iPads surges by 25% Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily…
The Guardian WorldHealth minister says nearly 4,300 people injured
The Independent WorldThe Makerfield MP’s surge towards No 10 is a seductive ad for the power of positive politics. How long that proves effective depends on his next moves The creation of hope is a vital but risky part…
The Guardian PoliticsPlans by Wolfgang Porsche to bore private 500-metre road link through Austrian hill caused anger among locals Wolfgang Porsche, the Austrian-German automotive magnate, appears to have abandoned pla…
The Guardian WorldConservationists emphasise importance of protecting nesting sites used by ‘strongly faithful’ red-listed species Migratory swifts loyally return every year to their nests in buildings, according to…
The Guardian WorldHigh temperatures make some workplaces dangerous, with economists warning disruption will dent growth Monique Mosley is used to sweltering conditions at the food factory in Yorkshire where she work…
The Guardian WorldEl mediocampista paraguayo reconoció que no han jugado bien, pero lo importante es que ya clasificaron a la segunda ronda
NBC NewsMauricio Pochettino vivió con atención cada momento de la derrota de Estados Unidos ante Turquía. Pese al tropiezo, el Team USA avanzó como líder de grupo a la siguiente ronda de la Copa Mundial de…
NBC NewsIn Iran and across the Middle East, the bond between religion and politics is getting weaker.
The New York Times WorldHong Kong authorities have proposed overhauling the city’s medical watchdog by raising the proportion of lay members to more than a third and requiring the time frame for handling complaints to be …
South China Morning PostTras el empate sin goles, la selección guaraní terminó tercera en el Grupo D con cuatro puntos y mantiene viva la esperanza de avanzar como uno de los mejores terceros; mientras los de Oceanía se a…
NBC NewsGwent police say accused will face court in Newport following arrest over discovery of teenage girl’s body in Duffryn Park area of Blaina A 14-year-old boy has been charged with murder after the di…
The Guardian WorldInternational Maritime Organization says safety guarantees must be confirmed before ships can move again A United Nations agency has paused the evacuation of ships through the strait of Hormuz afte…
The Guardian World‘There was no ambiguity. I did not do what was alleged,’ Guy says of fellow state Liberal MP’s accusation Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free a…
The Guardian WorldDefeat against Brazil left Scotland in a precarious position, but little has gone their way since either.
BBC News (Front page)As Hong Kong marks the 29th anniversary of its return to Chinese rule on July 1, the South China Morning Post talks to the city’s senior officials about the administration’s achievements so far and…
South China Morning PostIn cities across northern Venezuela, neighbors were helping each other dig through the rubble from back-to-back earthquakes
The Independent WorldThis story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing. New users who download our updated app get a seven-day fre…
South China Morning PostCuando el partido agonizaba, el zaguero no perdona frente al marco y de pierna derecha manda el balón a las redes y darles el triunfo a los turcos.
NBC NewsThe United States and Turkey delivered a dramatic Group D finale as Kaan Ayhan’s stoppage-time goal secured a 3-2 win for Turkey and brought Team USA’s perfect group-stage run to an end, although t…
France 24 EnglishWe have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you woul…
South China Morning PostMei Hanada's response video to her termination from idol group AKB48 echoes a scandal involving a different member of the pop outfit from 2013.
The Japan TimesBritain may have lost the Revolutionary War, but London still holds the blueprints of the American Revolution. Follow in the founders’ footsteps at these notable places.
The New York Times WorldThe record-breaking heat that’s scorching Europe day and night this month would not have been possible without climate change, according to a new study
The Independent WorldA loose collective of cybercriminals initially took credit for crippling Jaguar Land Rover last year. Investigators now see Russian hands behind the ransomware attack.
The New York Times WorldIn Myanmar, games are being broadcast by a company that is co-owned by the military, which usurped power five years ago. Some fans are trying other ways to watch.
The New York Times WorldThis week marked 10 years since the UK chose to leave the EU. In a series of interviews with key players from both sides, Kiran Stacey looks back on the Brexit vote that changed the country forever…
The Guardian WorldKremlin 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 WorldThe Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool in Washington DC will have to be drained again. Donald Trump has blamed vandalism for the failure to keep the water “American flag blue”. But what if this small…
The Guardian WorldStudy also finds high humidity means people in hundreds of cities are enduring their worst ever heat stress The heatwave scorching western Europe is the most severe and widespread ever and is only …
The Guardian WorldThe owners want to implement a maximum contract length of five years for all free agents who switch teams, along with six years for players who re-sign with their existing teams.
The Japan TimesSources in the prosecutor's office said that a document naming the panel members was mistakenly sent to a petitioner.
The Japan TimesDefense attorneys recently abandoned plans to argue that the 28-year-old suffered from an extreme emotional disturbance at the time of the shooting
The Independent World