World Cup opening ceremony: Who’s performing, when it starts, how to watch
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World Cup opening ceremony: Who’s performing, when it starts, how to watch

The 2026 World Cup begins with historic ceremonies across the US, Canada and Mexico, launching a record tournament.

Israel and Iran flare-up could strengthen Tehran's negotiating hand
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Israel and Iran flare-up could strengthen Tehran's negotiating hand

Iran appears emboldened by the outcome and its leaders may sense Trump's appetite for risk is low.

Trump warns Netanyahu: ‘You’ll be on your own’ if attacks on Iran continue
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Trump warns Netanyahu: ‘You’ll be on your own’ if attacks on Iran continue

Trump's warning comes as Israel and Iran pause attacks and indirect talks to reach a peace deal…

US lists China’s BYD, Alibaba, Baidu as ‘Chinese military companies’
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US lists China’s BYD, Alibaba, Baidu as ‘Chinese military companies’

Chinese embassy in Washington, DC, condemns designation, calling it 'discriminatory'.

Botswana diamond slump hits miners living on the edge of survival
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Botswana diamond slump hits miners living on the edge of survival

Botswana’s diamond-driven economy is under mounting strain as global demand weakens and production…

New York City crowd boos US President Donald Trump at NBA playoff game
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New York City crowd boos US President Donald Trump at NBA playoff game

US President Donald Trump was loudly booed when he was shown on screens before Game 3 of the NBA Fin…

UN questions legality of Israeli forced evacuation orders in Lebanon
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UN questions legality of Israeli forced evacuation orders in Lebanon

A UN spokesman says forced evacuation orders issued across southern and eastern Lebanon are nearly i…

ICC prosecutor suspended pending vote on sexual misconduct claims
Al Jazeera 19 hours ago
ICC prosecutor suspended pending vote on sexual misconduct claims

Karim Khan rejects suspension as ICC governing body refers him to disciplinary proceedings before me…

Israel continues strikes on Lebanon despite halting attacks on Iran
Al Jazeera 19 hours ago
Israel continues strikes on Lebanon despite halting attacks on Iran

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged a halt in fighting with Iran but will continue operations…

Iran war live: Trump warns Netanyahu as Israel, Tehran halt fighting
Al Jazeera 20 hours ago
Iran war live: Trump warns Netanyahu as Israel, Tehran halt fighting

Israeli strikes have killed 3,637 people in Lebanon since March, with 11,188 wounded, the Health Min…