Knicks face Spurs in Game 5, with first NBA title in 53 years in sight
After an epic comeback, the New York Knicks head to San Antonio, hoping to beat the Spurs to seal the 2026 championship.
‘Right to protest genocide’ denied: Scotland’s Palestine Action supporters
As the banned group fights its proscription in London, similar battles are playing out in Edinburgh.
Iran war day 106: US and Iran say deal close but Lebanon fighting continues
US and Iran say a deal to end the war is close, with a final text agreed but key steps still pending.
Molokhia cigarettes: Gaza’s toxic alternative to tobacco
Smokers in Gaza turn to toxic molokhia nicotine cigarettes as tobacco prices surge, causing serious health risks.
Doctors Without Borders investigation finds exploitation by staff in Chad
The organisation employs tens of thousands of workers, local and foreign, to respond to crises across several countries.
FIFA World Cup Day 3: Brazil vs Morocco prediction, schedule, what to know
Brazil face Morocco as World Cup Day three brings predictions, key fixtures and other headlines.
Topuria shoves Gaethje by Lincoln Memorial ahead of White House UFC event
UFC Freedom 250 will proceed after a federal judge denies a legal challenge to the event on Friday.
Separated by the Gaza war, a Palestinian yearns to see his family again
Shady al-Areer, 38, was smuggled from Israel into the occupied West Bank after October 7, 2023. This is his story.
England training equipment stolen ahead of squad’s arrival in Kansas City
Local police say an investigation is under way over the possible theft of equipment which was arriving in Kansas City.
US fans celebrate victory over Paraguay in World Cup opener
US fans celebrate victory over Paraguay in World Cup opener
Lebanon war victims among 117M people displaced worldwide
A new UNHCR report reveals that 117.8 million people worldwide were forcibly displaced by the end of 2025.
One killed as Israel hits south Lebanon, issues forced displacement orders
The Israeli military has ordered residents of 20 Lebanese towns and villages to leave their homes immediately.
Trump seeks ‘off-ramp’ from war in ‘Iran deal’
As reports emerge of a possible US-Iran agreement, President Donald Trump is looking for an ‘off-ramp’ from Iran war.
Brazil vs Morocco World Cup team news: Neymar, start time and how to watch
Record five-time world champions Brazil open their 2026 campaign against African heavyweights Morocco on Saturday.
Tropical heron spotted in UK for first time as more exotic birds arrive to thrill birdwatchers
Appearance of a western reef heron in north Wales is unlikely to be the last, as heating temperatures mean species can survive Britain’s winter, say experts
It is a tropical bird typically encountered between west Africa and India, but last week a western reef heron arrived in north Wales in what is believed to be the first ever sighting in the UK.
The heron was first spotted in Foryd Bay at the weekend before flying to nearby Caernarfon harbour where it fed among the boats.
Continue reading...Trump says US strike killed Tren de Aragua gang boss with Venezuelan help
Gang leader Flores had controlled the vast criminal syndicate from Venezuela for years.
‘A dream come true’: Fans revel as US win World Cup opener on home soil
Dominating 4-1 victory adds to joy of Team USA fans relishing the opportunity to see football on the brightest stage.
Trump claims US kills Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua gang leader
Trump claims US kills Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua gang leader
USA’s Pulisic shrugs off injury scare after 4-1 World Cup win over Paraguay
The AC Milan forward is the USA's talisman, and his form will be pivotal to the team's odds of a deep run.
How doing a wash while you watch the World Cup at 2am could cut energy bills
Change in viewing habits offered by match times at 2026 tournament could mean using cheaper off-peak power
Watching late-night or early hours football could provide UK households with a practical opportunity to cut their energy bills, as even just doing the washing when cheaper electricity rates apply can net a decent saving.
At a time when energy costs are back at worrying highs, research by E.ON Next shows the potential to save money on a time-of-use tariff – in this case, its Next Smart Saver deal, which has three rates: peak, off-peak and super off-peak.
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