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Former Spain PM criticised for ‘xenophobic’ remark on French World Cup team
Mariano Rajoy condemned for opinion piece on Spanish website El Debate ahead of World Cup semifinal.…

How will Qatar’s Father Emir be remembered?
Former Emir Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani has died…

Qatar’s former emir remembered as ‘a man of vision and courage’
US diplomat Adam Ereli remembers Qatar’s former Emir Sheikh as a personable and charismatic leader.…

Sinner beats Zverev to defend Wimbledon men’s singles tennis title
Italy's Jannik Sinner beats Germany's Alexander Zverev 6-7 (7-9) 7-6 (7-2) 6-3 6-4 to claim his fifth Grand Slam.…

Arthur Fery invites Prince George and Princess Charlotte to play tennis
The Princess of Wales congratulated Arthur Fery on his run to the semi-finals and wished him a happy birthday.…

More than 100 firefighters tackle railway embankment blaze in east London
Fire in Walthamstow producing a ‘significant amount of smoke’, says London fire brigadeMore than 100 firefighters are tackling a fire at a railway emb…

US congressman says ‘IDF is lying’ about his detention by settlers and soldiers
Israeli ambassador to US accuses Ro Khanna of political stunt to distract from support for Graham PlatnerRo Khanna accused the Israeli government and …

Anti-migrant display set alight in Northern Ireland bonfire
The flags of Palestine, Syria, Sudan and Somalia were draped over a huge bonfire tower before it was set alight.…

Why the Iran-US ceasefire is falling apart
Iran, US resumed fighting because they don’t see each other as ‘reliable negotiating partners’, says analyst Ali Vaez.…

Some 30 Malian soldiers killed during Anefis retaking, says army chief
General Jean Elysee Dao says 60 others also wounded as army retakes key town after nearly a week of fighting.…

Infantino opens door to 64-team World Cup
Plans for a 64-team men's world cup are set to be picked up and assessed in detail after the 2026 tournament with Fifa boss Gianni Infantino saying fo…

England want new coach before Pakistan - who could it be?
England will consider between six and 10 names as they look to replace Brendon McCullum as Test head coach, says ECB chief executive Richard Gould.…

Concern for renewed war in Iran as US attacks military, civilian targets
US military has significantly increased the scale of attacks on Iran in recent days as the Strait of Hormuz standoff boils over.…

Who will replace Trump ally Lindsey Graham in the US Senate?
The US president suggests he is considering a potential candidate to fill the late senator's seat in South Carolina.…

England facing defeat in Knight & Beaumont's farewell
Tammy Beaumont and Heather Knight fall cheaply in their final innings for England as India close in on victory at Lord's.…

Scrapping early release for sex offenders could leave no capacity in jails, says David Lammy
Exclusive: Deputy PM says opponents have ‘no solutions’ to possible collapse of justice system in England and WalesDrugs, drones and heat: Amber Rudd …

Does Andy Burnham Have A New Plan For Tax?
And what will his premiership mean for your payslip?…

United States at 250: Seven tests of the American experiment
Seven stories test America’s promises of freedom, opportunity and power as the United States marks its 250th year.…

FIFA World Cup 2026: Day 31
Al Jazeera’s Basel Ghazoghli has your #FIFAworldcup26 day 31 recap, as England and Argentina reach the semi-finals.…

Iran war: US strategic success or diplomatic failure?
Marc Lamont Hill challenges former United States diplomat Heino Klinck on the US-Israeli war in Iran.…
‘Sheikh Hamad will be fondly remembered across the Gulf’
‘Sheikh Hamad will be fondly remembered across the Gulf’…

Funeral prayers held for Qatar’s Father Emir Sheikh Hamad
Funeral prayers have been held for the Father Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, at Qatar’s national mosque.…

What to know about the cyclosporiasis outbreak hitting more than half of U.S. states
A surge of cases of the intestinal illness that causes diarrhea and nausea has been detected in 31 states, according to federal health authorities, bu…

UK Christians protest for Church of England to recognise genocide in Gaza
UK Christians are urging the Church of England General Synod to pass a motion to engage with Kairos Palelestine II…

Major incident declared in Wales as firefighters tackle wildfires across UK
Residents near the Conwy fire have been evacuated, with at least 10 other fires across the UK this weekend.…
UK ambassador remembers former emir of Qatar as humble and humorous
Former UK Ambassador to Qatar Sir Graham Boyce remembers the late Emir Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani.…

Andrew Flintoff's Top Gear crash passenger sues BBC Studios
Expert driver Paul Rees is claiming personal injury, which BBC Studios is disputing.…

Meet the Cubans stuck in Mexico under Donald Trump’s deportation campaign
Cuba has often refused to accept deportations from the US. Where does that leave Cuban deportees under Trump?…

Syrian parliament convenes for first time following al-Assad’s overthrow
President Ahmed Al-Sharaa stresses that improving the economy and strengthening public services are key priorities.…

Ryu claims second major of season at Evian Championship
South Korea's Haeran Ryu says it feels like she was in an "unreal dream" after claiming her second major title in the space of two weeks by defeating …