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2026 World Cup: Australia stun Turkiye 2-0 in counterattacking masterclass

Australia secure win in Group D courtesy of goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe.

US kills leader of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang in air strike, Trump says

Niño Guerrero was killed in a "swift and lethal kinetic strike," the US President wrote in a social media post.

'The greatest day of my life' - Knicks fans celebrate in San Antonio

New York's basketball team won the NBA championship for the first time in over 50 years after beating the Spurs in Texas.

Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 7

Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?

'Bam' Rodriguez defeats Vargas, improves to 24-0

Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez violently stopped Antonio Vargas with a sixth-round knockout to become a world champion in a third weight class at the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale,…

Brunson seals Finals MVP with 45-point showcase

Jalen Brunson earned NBA Finals MVP honors Saturday night, capping his brilliant series with a 45-point performance for the ages to lead the Knicks to their first title in more…

Harden charged with unlawful carrying of weapon

Cavaliers guard James Harden was arrested early Saturday morning in Houston and has been charged with a misdemeanor unlawful carrying of a weapon.

'Every team has to go through a little chaos': How...

The New York Knicks, after 53 years of waiting, are finally NBA champions again. Here's why their path to glory wasn't easy.

Knicks NBA Championship Merch Includes Official Locker Room T-Shirt, Signed Jalen Brunson Basketballs

The New York Knicks are the 2026 NBA champions. The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs by a score of 94-90 Saturday, winning the NBA finals series 4-1 and lifting the Larry…

Qatar earns first ever World Cup point

Qatar has earned its first-ever FIFA World Cup point in dramatic fashion against Switzerland.

Why the US economy keeps defying the odds

Why has the American economy continued to outperform so many of its peers, despite facing the same global shocks?

Shanto leads Bangladesh in final ODI; Australia bring in Peake and Dwarshuis

Mehidy Hasan Miraz sits out having suffered a concussion in the series-winning victory

‘On the Sea’ Review: A Piercingly Observed Queer Love Story Set in a Hyper-Masculine Welsh Fishing Community

Barry Ward plays a middle-aged mussel farmer, with Lorne MacFadyen as the younger itinerant worker who sparks desires he has spent most of his life hiding.

Defence tech start-up Anduril calls for reset of US arms export controls

CEO of California-based group wants to enlist allies in helping with production of lower-cost weapons

Germany seeks Deutsche Börse exemption from EU supervision

Stock exchange would have option to remain under domestic authority as part of new EU markets regime

Macron and Trump test their bruised bromance at G7 summit

French president will host world leaders at Évian-les-Bains from Monday

Wall Street digests record fundraising haul as AI race intensifies

SpaceX, Anthropic and Alphabet financings highlight investors’ willingness to absorb a torrent of new issuance

Trump’s many unhappy returns

No kings. No The Rock. No gratitude.

Knicks clinch first NBA title in 53 years, as Brunson shines against Spurs

The New York Knicks ended their championship drought on Saturday, winning the best-of-seven NBA Finals series 4-1.

Jalen Brunson Leads New York Knicks To First NBA Championship In More Than 50 Years

Start spreading the news… The New York Knicks are NBA champions for the first time in 53 years. After scoring just 37 points in the first half of the game, New York ground…

‘Lion of Mesopotamia’: How Aymen Hussein beat tragedy to reach World Cup

Iraq’s ‘most expensive footballer’, striker who scored Iraq’s qualifying goal against Bolivia, retraces his journey.

Scotland beat Haiti 1-0 to mark a winning return to the World Cup

John McGinn's deflected goal gives the Scots a World Cup win for the first time since 1990.

China tees up digital payments system to compete with dollar

Beijing’s cross-border currency platform will be backed by central banks of Hong Kong, Thailand, UAE and Saudi Arabia

Seth Rogen Maintains He Has “No Plans” To Work With James Franco Again: “Nothing Has Changed”

Once frequent collaborators, Seth Rogen doesn’t see an onscreen reunion with James Franco in his future. The 2x Golden Globe winner recently said he hasn’t spoken to…

U.S. Soccer Men’s National Team Victory Scores Record English-Language World Cup Ratings; Mexico vs. South Africa Biggest in Spanish-Language History

The World Cup is off to a record-breaking start for both Fox Sports and Telemundo. According to ratings from Fox Sports, Friday’s U.S. Soccer Men’s National Team win…

Two killed in Israeli strike on Gaza

An Israeli strike on southern Gaza has killed two people and injured another, according to Palestinian authorities.

After battling armed attacks, Mauritania attempts to revive tourism

Armed groups linked to al-Qaeda began attacks in the mid-2000s, but several security measures have halted them.

Why is the price of gold trending down?

Gold has been under pressure since the US and Israel launched a war against Iran in late February.

My plumber charged $160 to fix the cistern on my toilet — but created another problem. Do I pay again?

“The cistern on my toilet has been constantly refilling and making a hissing noise.”

Vinicius drags low-key Brazil level against dominant Morocco at World Cup

Vinicius Jr individual effort lift Brazil's struggle in team's 2026 tournament opener against Africa champions Morocco.

Haiti fans in the streets, Scotland faithful in kilts

It’s expected to be a spicy encounter: Haiti supporters and Scotland’s Tartan Army celebrate World Cup matchup.

Meta reportedly moves to unwind $2B Manus deal after Beijing’s demand

Meta starts dismantling its $2 billion Manus acquisition after Beijing ordered the deal reversed.

Campbelle stars as West Indies beat New Zealand with a ball to spare

Shemaine Campbelle finishes unbeaten on 90 as West Indies chase down 163 to beat defending champions New Zealand by seven wickets in Southampton in their opening match of the ICC…

‘I feel like he may be taking advantage of us’: Our adviser pushes annuities after we already said no. Do we fire him?

“I feel like he may be taking advantage of us.”

Bruce Springsteen Honored At Tribeca Festival, Rocks Out With Bono, Patti Smith In ‘People Have The Power’

Bruce Springsteen brought a taste of his Land of Hopes And Dreams Tour to downtown Manhattan Saturday, hitting the Tribeca Festival to accept the Harry Belafonte Voices For Social…

‘We are comfortable financially’: My husband is in his 60s and has $500,000 life insurance. Is this a good time to cancel?

“Our kids are grown and independent.”

As Trump turns 80, what's it really like to work as an octogenarian?

As President Donald Trump celebrates his birthday, we ask people who have worked into their 80s themselves about what it takes to keep going.

Russian families use AI to 'resurrect' loved ones killed in Ukraine

The highly controversial trend lies at the intersection of Russia's war on Ukraine, new AI technologies and grief.

Drops, disappointment and dismay - NZ's day to forget in the field

Defending champions New Zealand have a day to forget in the field in their opening match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, as they drop six chances against the West Indies, with…

Norway braces for verdict in rape trial of crown princess's son Høiby

Marius Borg Høiby will appear via video link, almost three months after his trial came to an end on 40 charges, including four counts of rape.

‘Cape Fear’ Series Creator “Always Wanted” Juliette Lewis To Star In Reboot

SPOILERS: This post contains details about the Cape Fear episode ‘Phantom Sensations‘ With a nod to the source material’s previous adaptation, this week’s…

Mexico Vs. South Africa Match Breaks Record For Most-Watched Fifa World Cup Opening Game

The 2026 Fifa World Cup just kicked off on Thursday, but the global soccer event has already punted past viewership records. The opening game, a 2-0 matchup between Mexico and…

Bruce Springsteen Apologizes for Refusing to Allow His Song in Bono’s Gap Commercial, Tells U2 Frontman: ‘I Should Have F—ing Done It!’

Bono gave Bruce Springsteen a hard time for refusing to license his song “Girls in Their Summer Clothes” for a commercial for the clothing brand Gap in partnership…

Vincent's parents 'never say he's good enough' - so he turned to a middle-aged couple online

A niche group of content creators called "virtual parents" have become hugely popular among young people.

Campbelle in tears as West Indies seal famous win against New Zealand

Watch the moment West Indies seal victory in an frenetic run chase against defending champions New Zealand, as they reached 163 with a ball to spare, with Shemaine Campbelle…

NBA Finals 2026: All the Celebrities Spotted at Knicks vs. Spurs Games

From regulars Timothée Chalamet, Spike Lee, Ben Stiller and Tracy Morgan to President Donald Trump, Taylor Swift and more, THR rounds up everyone — who was at least photographed —…

Qatar net late against Switzerland to secure historic first World Cup point

Asian Cup holders Qatar level in injury time to draw 1-1 with Switzerland in World Cup 2026 opening game.

West Indies beat holders New Zealand in thriller

Shemaine Campbelle finishes unbeaten on 90 as West Indies edge past defending champions New Zealand with a ball to spare.

Was there an offside in build up to Switzerland penalty?

Breel Embolo puts Switzerland 1-0 up against Qatar from the penalty spot, after the Swiss were awarded a penalty with Remo Freuler appearing to be offside before he was fouled by…

Thousands rally in Rome, Italy for rival pro- and anti-migration marches

Thousands of police deployed to keep the rallies apart as far-right 'remigration' initiative gains traction.