Saudi-led coalition pledges ‘unprecedented’ force against Houthi threats
Threats escalate after Houthis block Saudi warplanes, allowing Iranian plane to land in Sanaa for first time in decade.
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Key takeaways from Round of 32 stage at World Cup 2026
A thrilling Golden Boot race hots up, France in scintillating form, and Messi and Argentina squeak past Cape Verde.
Cape Verde fans celebrate history despite loss
Cape Verde fans celebrate history despite loss
Watch World Cup Day 23: Argentina and Egypt survive thrillers to advance
Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry at NYC’s Madison Square Garden
A-list celebrities attend wedding at Madison Square Garden to see superstar couple tie the knot.
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Trump praises army, rails against communism in US 250th anniversary speech
At Mount Rushmore Trump warns of 'communist menace', ties rhetoric to immigration ahead of November midterms.
At 250, America is still deciding who belongs
Birthright citizenship survived, but the fight over who is fully recognised as American is far from over.
France vs Paraguay: World Cup Round of 16 – Mbappe, prediction, kickoff
France have been the best team so far at the World Cup, although Paraguay are confident after upsetting Germany.
Could Israel really build settlements in Gaza?
After a genocidal war and famine, leading Israeli politicians say they are now ready to settle Gaza.
Trump calls communism a ‘mortal threat’ at US 250th birthday event
Trump calls communism a ‘mortal threat’ at US 250th birthday event.
FIFA World Cup: Round of 16 match schedule and which teams qualified
Full list of teams in the World Cup's last-16, who they play for a place in the quarterfinals and match start times.
Thirty-two years on, young Rwandans reflect on progress, pain and hope
For many young Rwandans, Liberation Day is as much about the future as the past.
Arias sends Colombia into World Cup last-16 with 1-0 win over Ghana
The World Cup Round of 32 ends with Colombia beating Ghana 1-0, as Jhon Arias sends the South Americans through.
Ahead of Morocco vs Canada at the World Cup, comparisons arise with the 2022 team
Despite the ups and downs between the two World Cups, Morocco have once again risen as the top Arab and African team.
‘El Obeid crisis could be worse than El Fasher,’ warns ex-UN official
Mukesh Kapila, ex-UN Humanitarian Coordinator for Sudan warns that, 'El Obeid crisis could be worse than El Fasher'.
Ronaldo sends message to Venezuelan earthquake survivor
Cristiano Ronaldo has sent a message to a young Venezuelan earthquake survivor, recovering in hospital.
Messi scores again but Argentina given World Cup upset fright by Cape Verde
Lionel Messi opens scoring but Argentina taken to extra time by Cape Verde, which threatened greatest World Cup upset.
Egypt coach dedicates World Cup win to Palestine as Gaza celebrates
Fans in Gaza celebrated Egypt's win at match screenings held against the backdrop of bombed buildings.
Egypt coach dedicates World Cup win to Palestine as Arab world celebrates
Fans in Gaza celebrated Egypt's win at match screenings held against the backdrop of bombed buildings.
England vs Mexico World Cup knockout match to go ahead as scheduled
No decision was ever made to reschedule the kickoff time of 6pm local time in Mexico City, sources tell Al Jazeera.
Iran war live: Millions expected in Tehran for funeral of Ali Khamenei
Israeli attacks on Gaza continue with a child killed and another injured in a drone strike, according to civil defence.
Quakes reduce Venezuela tourist town to rubble, leaving economy in tatters
Quakes reduce Venezuela tourist town to rubble, leaving economy in tatters.
Egypt say Dallas police officer pushed player, team director at World Cup
A security officer pushed the fan, as well as Trezeguet and Hassan, at the team hotel in Dallas before Egypt's match.
Venezuela’s Rodriguez blames ‘propaganda’ for quake response backlash
Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodriguez dismissed criticism of the government's response.
Venezuela’s Rodriguez blames ‘propaganda’ for quake response backlash
Venezuela's acting president Delcy Rodriguez dismissed criticism of the government's quake response.
Thousands forced to evacuate in Colorado as wildfire spreads
The Aspen Acres Fire, one of about 40 wildfires burning across western US, has destroyed homes and forced evacuations.
‘A nightmare’: Strugging with the aftermath of Venezuela’s earthquakes
Many survivors are sheltering in tents set up in public parks, after twin earthquakes destroyed rows of buildings.
NASA launches robotic mission to save telescope falling back to Earth
A three-armed spacecraft blasts into orbit to rescue a NASA telescope in danger of crashing back to Earth.
Salah awaits Messi as Egypt beat Australia on penalties at World Cup
Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw after extra time, and could now face Argentina in the last 16.
Massive wildfire spreads in Portugal amid extreme heat and strong wind
A raging wildfire near Vouzela in central Portugal spread across several municipalities, driven by winds and heat