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Western Europe braces for more extreme heat as temperatures continue to climb
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Western Europe braces for more extreme heat as temperatures continue to climb

Western Europe sweltered under a punishing heatwave on Friday, with temperatures expected to climb further in the coming days and potentially shatter more records, prompting authorities across the continent to issue warnings and brace for prolonged extreme weather. In France, hundreds of schools were forced to tweak their timetables to cope.

Middle East live: At least 16 killed in southern Lebanon as Israel, Hezbollah trade blame
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Middle East live: At least 16 killed in southern Lebanon as Israel, Hezbollah trade blame

Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday killed at least 16 people despite a ceasefire agreed with Hezbollah only a day earlier. Israel and Hezbollah accused each other of violating the truce, with the Israeli military alleging breaches by the Iran-backed group and Hezbollah saying it had the right to respond to attacks. The violence unfolded as US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Mi...

Middle East live: Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon kill five despite ceasefire
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Middle East live: Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon kill five despite ceasefire

At least five people were killed in an Israeli air strike on southern Lebanon on Saturday, Lebanese state media said, after Israeli warplanes and drones reportedly carried out a series of attacks despite a ceasefire agreed with Hezbollah only a day earlier. The strikes came as US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi headed to Switzerland for talks. Follow our liveblog for...

Turkey crash out after 1-0 defeat to ten-man Paraguay

Turkey crash out after 1-0 defeat to ten-man Paraguay

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Paraguay secured a 1-0 victory over Turkey despite being reduced to 10 men on Friday, a result that guaranteed the United States first place in Group D and eliminated Turkey from World Cup contention.

One dead and dozens injured in train collision north of London

One dead and dozens injured in train collision north of London

France 24

One person was killed and dozens of others were injured after two passenger trains travelling towards London collided near Bedford on Friday evening, triggering an emergency response and suspending rail services to and from St Pancras station.

Vinícius and Cunha fire Brazil past Haiti and into World Cup contention

Vinícius and Cunha fire Brazil past Haiti and into World Cup contention

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Vinícius Júnior scored and set up one of Matheus Cunha's two goals as Brazil beat Haiti 3-0 on Friday to strengthen their bid for a place in the World Cup knockout stage. Haiti became the first team eliminated from the tournament, while Brazil responded emphatically after their opening draw with Morocco.

Mexican archaeologists unearth ancient ruins with unique Mayan features

Mexican archaeologists unearth ancient ruins with unique Mayan features

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Mexican archaeologists have uncovered ancient ruins bearing signs of Mayan culture and previously unseen architectural features in the eastern state of Veracruz, a discovery officials described as unique and potentially significant for understanding the region's pre-Hispanic past.

Scotland vs Morocco live: Scots caught cold as Saibari gives Atlas Lions early lead

Scotland vs Morocco live: Scots caught cold as Saibari gives Atlas Lions early lead

France 24

Scotland take on African giants Morocco in their second Group C game on Friday, knowing a draw could be enough to clinch a place in the knockout rounds of a World Cup for the first time ever. The Scots will start with five defenders, while Morocco are unchanged from their opener. Follow our live, minute-by-minute coverage.

One dead and dozens injured after passenger trains collide north of London

One dead and dozens injured after passenger trains collide north of London

France 24

One person was killed and dozens were injured, including 11 seriously, after two London-bound passenger trains collided near Bedford on Friday. Emergency services mounted a major response, deploying air ambulances as investigators began examining the cause of one of Britain's most serious rail incidents in recent years.

Ebola: healthworkers worry for their life

Ebola: healthworkers worry for their life

France 24

In tonight's programme, WHO warns despite efforts, Ebola outbreak is accelerating rapidly. Also in Sudan, more than 1,000 civilians have been killed in drone strikes sincce the beginning of the year. And 'Africa now' pops up at the Galeries Lafayette showcasing African designers.

Poland strips Zelensky of country's highest honour, escalating World War II-era row

Poland strips Zelensky of country's highest honour, escalating World War II-era row

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Poland's nationalist President Karol Nawrocki said Friday that he was revoking the country's highest award from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, despite Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk's attempts to smooth over the row between the allies. Zelensky infuriated Warsaw earlier this month after he decided to name a Ukrainian unit after a World War II insurgent army that massacred Poles. 

DR Congo's deadly Ebola outbreak is 'evolving fast', WHO warns

DR Congo's deadly Ebola outbreak is 'evolving fast', WHO warns

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The deadly Ebola outbreak in DR Congo is rapidly spreading in spite of accelerating public health measures, the World Health Organization (WHO) said Friday. The outbreak, which began in mid-May, is caused by the Bundibugyo strain of the virus for which there is not yet a vaccine or specific treatment.

USA vs Australia live: World Cup hosts take the lead after Socceroos' own goal

USA vs Australia live: World Cup hosts take the lead after Socceroos' own goal

France 24

World Cup co-hosts USA aim to keep the party going as they take on Australia in Seattle on Friday after kicking off the tournament with a crushing defeat of Paraguay. But they will be wary of an Australia side that also got their campaign started with a famous victory. Follow our live, minute-by-minute coverage.

Andy Burnham: Next British PM in the making?

Andy Burnham: Next British PM in the making?

France 24

There are reports in the Times of London, that British cabinet ministers are set to tell the Prime Minister Keir Starmer that his quote "time is up" to set a timetable for his departure and an orderly transition. There's been no confirmation that these talks have taken place from Downing Street.

G7 & Co: Who rules the new world ?

G7 & Co: Who rules the new world ?

France 24

In a week that an interim peace agreement WAS signed between the US and Iran bringing a temporary end to the conflict and the beginning of a sixty day window to negotiate the many unresolved issues.