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Trump administration subpoenas New York Times journalists over Air Force One reporting
The reporters received the legal summons after they reported on alleged security issues with the president's new plane, which was gifted by Qatar.
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Find your local World Cup hero with our postcode lookup
Which World Cup stars have roots near you? Find out with our interactive lookup tool
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Hormuz shipping in focus as Iran-US rhetoric heats up
Analysts say door to diplomacy still open despite exchange of attacks and threats.
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Democrats warn of a Trump election takeover. What’s really happening?
Democrats are reaching DEFCON 1 levels of alarm about President Donald Trump’s efforts to influence the coming election.
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Syrians optimistic but cautious as sanctions removal revives economic hopes
US decision to delist Syria as a ‘state sponsor of terrorism’ prompts cautious optimism among businesses and citizens.
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If you ask Americans, Norway's Erling Haaland is already a winner
If the World Cup was a tournament for hearts and minds, the Norwegian striker would certainly win.
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Court documents indicate teen in Apalachee High School mass shooting to change plea later this month
The teenager who opened fire at his Georgia high school in September 2024, killing two students and two teachers, will appear in court later this month for a “non-negotiated plea and sentencing hearing,” according to court documents, indicating that he intend…
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Algeria and Mali restore diplomatic ties following yearlong rift
Relations begin to thaw as both countries reinstate ambassadors, reopen airspace closed to each other since April 2025.
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Homes Are in Short Supply in the US. How a New Law Could Change the Market
A new law adopted on July 11 marks the most significant effort in decades to boost the US housing supply.
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Former milkman from Rotherham wins £4m mansion in prize draw
David Roper, from Rotherham, says the win has "changed everything" for him and his family.
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South Africa World Cup midfielder Jayden Adams dies at 25
South Africa international midfielder Jayden Adams, who featured in all three of his side’s group stage games at the 2026 World Cup, has died.
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Ukraine Building Patriots Is in Lockheed’s Interest, McCaul Says
US defense contractors including Lockheed Martin Corp. have every interest to let Ukraine manufacture Patriot missile interceptors after President Donald Trump pledged the US would grant a license for the weapons system, a senior Republican lawmaker said.
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Four settlers arrested in attack on journalists, including CNN, in West Bank
Four settlers were arrested after an attack on CNN and other journalists in the occupied West Bank on Saturday, according to Israel Police.
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Jayden Adams: South Africa World Cup player dies aged 25
South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams dies at the age of 25, just weeks after featuring for his country at the World Cup.
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Another Brutal Summer Tests Arizona’s Decline in Heat-Linked Deaths
Maricopa County has made progress in preventing heat-related deaths. But another scorching summer and dwindling funding threaten that trend.
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Help Not Wanted: World Cup Hiring Boost Has Yet to Materialize
The hiring boom the FIFA World Cup was expected to bring to the US looks like it may not end up materializing after all.
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OpenAI Engineer’s ‘LOL’ Moment Set Stage for Legal Fight With Apple
When iPhone engineer Chang Liu quit for a job at OpenAI’s nascent hardware division, Apple Inc. says he left with more than just years of experience.
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Fuel Prices Are Slamming Consumers Even as Crude Crisis Fades
Prices for gasoline, diesel and jet fuel are rebounding even as crude oil eases, a rare divergence that’s swelling costs for peak-season travelers and threatening to undermine President Donald Trump’s pledge to quash inflation ahead of midterm elections.
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Power cuts plunge Gaza hospitals into darkness as Israel’s attacks persist
Gaza is suffering from an energy crisis, affecting hospitals struggling to treat patients amid Israeli bombing.
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Stocks Priced for ‘Sunshine and Rainbows’ Now Face Earnings Test
Wall Street is anticipating a near-record earnings season, but for investors a key question remains: Will it be enough to keep stock market bulls running?
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Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna detained by Israeli settlers during West Bank visit
Democratic lawmaker Ro Khanna said he was detained by Israeli settlers armed with US-made rifles during a West Bank visit this week that he cast as an unfiltered look at the human toll of Israeli occupation as he weighs a 2028 presidential run.
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Iran Rejects US Talks Unless Washington Meets Its Conditions
Iran rejected US President Donald Trump’s contention that peace talks could continue without a ceasefire, saying Washington must meet Tehran’s conditions for resolving transit issues through the Strait of Hormuz and normalizing its oil exports.
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Fed Task Force Picks Bring Credibility and Support for Warsh
The external advisers Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh tapped to lead the central bank’s five new task forces lend credibility to his efforts to rethink how the institution communicates and implements policy, according to economists and analysts who follo…
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Rachel Reeves: Andy Burnham needs a worked-through plan to govern
The Chancellor tells Laura Kuenssberg she will be handing over a stable economy to the incoming PM.
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He gave his girlfriend what he thought was fancy perfume. It contained deadly poison from Russian spies
Charlie Rowley and his girlfriend became collateral victims of a deadly espionage saga involving the attempted assassination of a double agent in Salisbury, England
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India Regulator Probes Swiggy Instamart on Food Safety Concerns
India’s food regulator issued nine notices to Swiggy Ltd.’s quick commerce unit Instamart following consumer complaints alleging supply of expired, spoiled and contaminated food products through it.
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Speedboat accident in southern Vietnam kills 15 Indian tourists
The Indian embassy says it has set up control rooms to respond to victims’ families.
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TV presenter Dermot Murnaghan dies aged 68
The former BBC, ITV and Sky News journalist has died after revealing he had stage four prostate cancer.
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World Cup: England fans can stay in pub for full Norway game - even if kick-off delayed
The extended hours means fans can watch the entire game, even if the start is delayed.
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Trump administration subpoenas Times journalists who reported security concerns around new Air Force One
Four New York Times journalists who reported on security concerns surrounding a Qatari-gifted jet serving as the new Air Force One have been subpoenaed by the Justice Department, the news outlet reported Friday.
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Land sold for Kushner-backed Albania resort suspected of forged deeds
Albanian prosecutors probe forged deeds tied to Kushner resort land as protests over the project intensify.
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A teen football player’s death has sparked scrutiny and speculation. Here’s what’s happening with the investigation
It’s been one week since Nolan Wells and his friends went on a Fourth of July trip to Horn Island. He was later found dead in the water – sparking myriad questions.
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VIDEO: Mikel Merino the hero as Spain beats Belgium, move on to semifinals
Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.
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Bonnie Tyler superfan asked for an autograph then spent Christmas at her Mumbles home
Rob Marshall's friendship with Tyler began when he knocked on her door to ask her to sign a tape.
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‘Sealed in blood’: Where does the China-North Korea alliance stand today?
China and North Korea are celebrating the 65th anniversary of a friendship treaty this week.
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See if you can spot an AI deepfake with our test
Researchers in Aberdeen have been finding out if you can train people to identify computer-generated facial images.
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Kane vs Haaland in England vs Norway World Cup quarterfinal of strikers
Haaland termed a ‘beast’ by England’s Kane as the lethal forwards aim to carry their teams into the semifinals.
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Iran war live: US demands Iran publicly state Strait of Hormuz open for all
US said to be pushing for public statement that Iran will not fire at commercial ships passing through Strait of Hormuz
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Trump’s firing of bipartisan election security officials is his latest move fueling election interference concerns | CNN
Jake Tapper reports.
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