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Going with the flow: Renewable energy battery breakthrough
A 3D-printed battery designed at Queen's University Belfast could speed up energy storage research.…
Last night, I was Spanish, and so were millions around the world
For many of us, Gaza was on our mind when we watched and celebrated Spain’s triumph at the World Cup.…
Trump says US strikes hit Iran in 'honour' of American soldiers killed
Iran responded with attacks in Syria and Jordan, as two ships reportedly exploded in the Strait of Hormuz.…
US releases footage of ninth consecutive night of strikes on Iran
The US military carried out its ninth consecutive night of strikes on Iran.…
Trump: Latest strikes on Iran ‘in honour’ of killed US military personnel
US President Donald Trump said the latest strikes on Iran were carried out 'in honour' of killed US military personnel.…
‘It’s total devastation’: inside the Amazonian war against illegal gold mining
The Guardian goes on the ground with Brazilian forces fighting to eradicate mining that has destroyed protected areas of Indigenous landThe jerry-buil…
Protests in Houston continue over ICE killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo
Hundreds gather in Texas city, demanding justice for the fatal shooting of 52-year-old Mexican man…
Palestinians celebrate Spain’s World Cup victory
Palestinians across Gaza and the Occupied West Bank celebrated Spain’s World Cup victory.…
Africa Shield: Why securing development is becoming a new security priority
As Africa industrialises, governments are working to keep sensitive materials out of the wrong hands.…
US launches ninth night of Iran strikes as strait of Hormuz standoff sees oil price pass $90 a barrel
After the US military confirmed that a service member had been killed in Iraq – the third in recent days – Donald Trump said the new attacks were ‘in …
Spain fans hail new generation, as Argentina says goodbye to an icon
Revellers take to streets of New York following Spain's defeat of Argentina in Messi's likely final World Cup match.…
Mbappe takes home second Golden Boot, Spain sweeps World Cup awards
While Ferran Torres orchestrated Spain's winning the ultimate prize, his teammates walk away with awards of their own.…
US service member killed during detonation of Iranian drone in Iraq
A US soldier has been killed in northern Iraq during a controlled detonation of an Iranian downed drone.…
Norway opens new memorial for victims of 2011 Breivik massacre
The artwork in the capital Oslo was unveiled on Sunday ahead of the 15th anniversary of the attack.…
US bombs Iran for ninth consecutive night as Hormuz tensions escalate
Iranian media report blasts in cities in the far north and far south, including Tabriz and Chabahar.…
Chris Mason: Burnham is fifth PM in four years - now he'll try to buck the trend
Determined to hit the ground running, the former mayor hopes to maintain the leadership style he adopted in Manchester.…
‘Everyone's afraid to die’: Struggle to recruit soldiers in Ukraine turns violent
Aggression against recruitment officers has become increasingly threatening, police say.…
Trump, Bieber and Shakira - a World Cup final like never before
The 2026 World Cup final may not linger long in the memory for what happened on the pitch but it will for all that surrounded it, with an appearance b…
Iran war live: US military carries out another wave of strikes on Iran
US forces attack Iran for ninth consecutive night as one US soldier killed in northern Iraq.…
The Papers: 'Burnham's new era' and 'Viva España!'
Two stories are dominating Monday's front pages, with Andy Burnham set to become PM, and Spain winning the World Cup.…
US targets Iran in ninth night of strikes in wake of US troop deaths – Middle East crisis live
Preliminary deal aimed at ending the war has collapsed as US and Iran fight to break deadlock over strait of HormuzUS says another service member kill…
'The reaction is terrible' - World Cup final turns ugly at full-time
The frustration of some Argentina players boils over at the end of the 2026 World Cup final, after the 2022 winners are beaten by Spain in extra time.…
US Vice President JD Vance and his wife announce birth of fourth child
JD and Usha Vance welcome a baby boy, the first child born to a sitting vice president in more than 150 years.…
Moment fans in Madrid celebrate World Cup win
Thousands of spectators watched Spain's victory in central Madrid on late Sunday night.…
US soldier killed in Iraq during ‘controlled detonation’ of Iranian drone
The death brings the number of US soldiers killed since the start of the US-Israel war on Iran to 17.…
Israeli ministers join march to Gaza to demand return of settlements
Hundreds gather near the border as coalition figures push to rebuild communities evacuated in 2005.…
Australia news live: PM says Pauline Hanson should not ‘talk Australia down’ when overseas
Albanese’s comments come as One Nation leader nears end of UK tour. Follow today’s news liveAlbanese helps launch major air combat exerciseAnthony Alb…
A cavalcade of international stars headlined the World Cup's first-ever halftime final show
With President Trump in attendance, an all-superstar lineup that included Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber and Burna Boy felt a little more political than …
Man injured in dockside crane 'collapse'
Emergency services attend the Port of Tyne after a crane "collided" with a container ship, police say.…
Twin earthquakes strike Peru killing at least five
Peruvian authorities say the magnitude 5.1 and 3.7 quakes were in the mountainous Junin region east of Lima.…