Why the economics make this the craziest World Cup ever
From trade wars to soaring ticket prices, the 2026 World Cup is unlike any before it. Faisal Islam explores what this tournament reveals about our changing global economy.
Why the economics make this the craziest World Cup ever
From trade wars to soaring ticket prices, the 2026 World Cup is unlike any before it. Faisal Islam explores what this tournament reveals about our changing global economy.
Philippine defence chief vows to press on against China’s ‘wickedness’ after sanctions – Reuters
- Philippine defence chief vows to press on against China's 'wickedness' after sanctions Reuters
- Philippines protests China’s sanctions against its defense chief as ‘an unfriendly act’ AP News
- China bars Philippines defence chief as South China Sea spat sails onwards Al Jazeera
- China sanctions Teodoro, family; bars entry and business ties Inquirer.net
- China sanctions Philippine defence chief Gilberto Teodoro South China Morning Post
UK school leavers and new students to be offered meningitis B vaccine
One-off programme to begin in July after recent MenB outbreaks in Kent, Dorset and Berkshire killed three people
Teenagers in their final school year and young people starting university will be offered two doses of a vaccine to protect them against meningitis B, the government has announced.
The one-off vaccination programme, which will begin in late July, comes after an unprecedented outbreak of meningitis B in Kent earlier this year along with clusters of cases in Dorset and Berkshire that, together, led to the deaths of three young people.
Continue reading...Record number of young people fear long-term unemployment
Report says confidence among 16- to 21-year-olds has fallen sharply as they doubt hard work will be rewarded
Young people in England are increasingly “losing faith in their futures” according to a report, as record numbers fear long-term unemployment.
Analysing survey data, including from the Office for National Statistics, the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) said 16- to 21-year-olds were less confident about being successful than a decade ago.
Continue reading...Lupus patients in England in remission after pioneering NHS trial of GM therapy
Doctors say therapy that genetically modifies person’s T-cells could offer cure for chronic autoimmune disease
Five lupus patients in England are in remission after being treated with a revolutionary therapy that genetically modifies their own cells, in a medical breakthrough that could offer people a cure, doctors have said.
CAR (chimeric antigen receptor) T-cell therapy involves removing a type of white blood cell also called T lymphocytes, which are crucial for hunting out infected or damaged cells, and engineering them to spot and destroy disease. The T-cells are then fed back into the patient via an infusion to reset their immune system.
Continue reading...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.
Israeli firm BlackCore suspected of meddling in New York and Scotland votes, France says – Reuters
- Israeli firm BlackCore suspected of meddling in New York and Scotland votes, France says Reuters
- France accuses Israeli firm of interfering in Scottish elections and targeting SNP The Guardian
- The Fake Gaza Charity Linked to the Anti-left Disinformation Campaign in France Haaretz
- Israeli tech firm accused of targeting First Minister in election BBC
- France Says Israeli Firm Interfered In Scottish Elections Silicon UK
After Crying In Court Over Videos Of Horrific Crimes, Son Of Norway’s Future Queen Faces Major Trial Update – Bored Panda
- After Crying In Court Over Videos Of Horrific Crimes, Son Of Norway's Future Queen Faces Major Trial Update Bored Panda
- Norway crown princess's son to stay in custody before rape verdict, says court BBC
- Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway Faces a Litany of Sorrows, Including a Lung Transplant Vanity Fair
- Marius Borg Høiby reportedly spent night in hospital, according to media report MSN
- Crown Princess Mette-Marit's Son Says He Fears It Could Be the "Last Time" He Sees His Ailing Mother if He'... Yahoo
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 charged with kidnap and murder of Sydney woman whose body has not been found
Woman, 58, was last heard from Monday afternoon and her car was found the next day
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A man has been charged over the alleged kidnapping and murder of a woman whose body is yet to be found.
Police have been investigating the disappearance of a 58-year-old woman who failed to returned to her home in Sydney’s north-west on Tuesday.
Continue reading...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.
India protests US strike that killed 3 Indian sailors – DW.com
- India protests US strike that killed 3 Indian sailors DW.com
- Fury in India as its sailors become collateral damage in Trump’s war with Iran CNN
- Rahul Gandhi attacks PM over deaths of Indian seafarers in U.S. strikes The Hindu
- 'I will come home safely': Indian sailor's last words to wife before a US strike killed him BBC
- US-Iran ceasefire? Not for Indian sailors being killed in Hormuz Al Jazeera
Trump nominates Jay Clayton as top US intelligence official after pushback on Bill Pulte
US president had faced widespread criticism of his decision to install a controversial ally, Bill Pulte
Donald Trump has nominated Jay Clayton, former head of the top US markets watchdog, to be the country’s leading intelligence official.
The US president faced widespread criticism of his decision to install a controversial ally, Bill Pulte, as acting director of national intelligence while searching for a permanent candidate.
Continue reading...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.
McGovern, Markey, Van Hollen, Dean, Dexter Lead 57 Congressional Democrats in Demanding Medical Evacuations for Palestinian Cancer Patients – House.gov
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.
Ukraine to ask for $20B to make Russia ‘burn’ – politico.eu
- Ukraine to ask for $20B to make Russia ‘burn’ politico.eu
- Ukraine to ask allies for additional US$20bn so Russia can "burn even more" – Politico Українська правда
- Ukraine Seeks Additional $20 Billion in Military Aid to Make Russia ‘Burn’ Kyiv Post
- Ukraine to request $20 billion to keep momentum against Russia, source says Reuters
- Ukraine Seeks Additional $20 Billion From Its Allies to Fight russia: How Many Drones, Cruise Missiles Could Be Purchased Defense Express
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.