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After their war last May, India and Pakistan reached a truce. But deaths continued on the world's highest battlefield.
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World Cup day 2: USA, Canada begin – schedule, predictions and how to watch
North America's two other cohosts take centre stage on Friday as Canada and the US begin their FIFA World Cup campaigns.
Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha dies at 47 after three years in coma
The princess, who was known for her legal work, died in a Bangkok hospital after years of illness.
Iran war day 105: Trump halts attacks after Kharg Island threat
Trump cancels planned Iran attacks, saying talks are close to a result as Tehran reviews a proposed US deal.
South Korea rally to beat Czechia 2-1 on World Cup opening day
Second-half goals by Oh Hyeon-gyu and Hwang In-beom steered South Korea to a win over Czechia in a Group A encounter.
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South Korea stage late comeback to beat Czechia on World Cup opening day
Second-half goals by Oh Hyeon-gyu and Hwang In-beom steered South Korea to a win over Czechia in a Group A encounter.
Peruvian police dress as World Cup mascots to fool suspected drug dealer
Police officers in Peru dressed up as 2026 World Cup mascots as they targeted a suspected drug trafficker.
Iran weighs proposed deal but remains wary of US intentions
Iran says a proposed agreement is under review by its highest leadership and could be closer than ever before.
South Korea’s ex-President Yoon gets 30 years over drone operation
Seoul court sentences former leader for sending military drones into North Korea.
Amnesty and Oxfam warn of displacement in the occupied West Bank
Amnesty International and Oxfam released reports this week documenting a rise in state-backed Israeli settler violence.
Bosnia’s Esmir Bajraktarevic: Child of Srebrenica
As Bosnia and Herzegovina prepare to face Canada in their 2026 World Cup opener, all eyes will be on Esmir Bajraktarevic
White House shows off cage match arena as corruption lawsuit looms
White House officials previewed the grounds where they’ll host a cage match to celebrate US President Trump’s birthday.
Stock markets surge as Trump calls off strikes on Iran, touts peace deal
Wall Street and Asian markets rally on hopes for an end to the US-Israel war on Iran.
Stocks markets surge as Trump calls off strikes on Iran, touts peace deal
Wall Street, Asian markets rally on hopes for an end to US-Israeli war on Iran.
Iran World Cup captain reveals Mexico cartel robbery story
Iran's World Cup captain says he’s heard Mexican cartels love Iranians and revealed his own brush with an armed group.
Can Africa turn its population boom into prosperity?
Africa’s rapid population growth offers major economic opportunities but also deep structural constraints.
Israel launches overnight strikes across Gaza
Videos shared by Palestinian activists show powerful Israeli airstrikes across Gaza Strip overnight.
DR Congo arrive in the US for the World Cup after Ebola quarantine
DRC squad arrived on a flight from Paris after US authorities insisted they serve a 21-day quarantine period elsewhere.
Japan’s Wataru Endo retires after injury ends World Cup 2026 dream
Midfielder and captain quits after failing to recover from foot injury ahead of Japan's game against the Netherlands.
Iran war live: Trump claims Tehran deal ‘approved’, cancels new strikes
The International Rescue Committee warns that people displaced by Israeli attacks in Lebanon are at 'breaking point'.
Who are Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez, Mexico’s World Cup goal scorers?
Mexico's two goal scorers were overcome with emotion as they took their team to a win in the World Cup's opening game.
Who are Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez, Mexico’s opening match scorers?
Mexico's two goal scorers were overcome with emotion as they took their team to a win in the World Cup's opening game.
Trump says US and Iran have reached a ‘great settlement’
US President Donald Trump claims Washington and Tehran have reached a ‘great settlement’ and are finalising documents
Musk’s $1.8 trillion SpaceX IPO could be ‘highly undesirable’ for some
SpaceX’s IPO could challenge pension funds as concerns grow over its valuation and governance structure under Musk.
US lawmakers press Israel to let cancer patients out of Gaza for treatment
Group of lawmakers call on Trump administration to facilitate medical evacuations out of Gaza amid dearth of services.
Man pleads guilty to slaying top Democrat and her husband in Minnesota
Murder of Melissa and Mark Hortman by man disguised as police officer prompted concerns about political violence in US.
Jimenez and Quinones net as Mexico beat South Africa in World Cup opener
World Cup 2026 cohosts Mexico open the tournament with 2-0 win against South Africa, who were reduced to nine men.
World Cup mania at Mexico’s Zocalo Square
Jubilant football fans at Mexico City’s Zocalo Square are ready for the World Cup Opener at the city’s centre.
What happened, and who performed at the World Cup 2026 opening ceremony?
Musical performances, colour, and fan excitement precede the World Cup's opening game in Mexico City.
How puppets are helping women and children in Gaza cope with trauma
A puppet show project in Gaza is using storytelling and creative workshops to help women and children process trauma.