Conflict & War
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GB's Fery fights off Bergs and nosebleeds to reach fourth round
British wildcard Arthur Fery beats Zizou Bergs to reach the Wimbledon fourth round and keep home singles hopes alive - despite suffering three noseble…
Why England won't fear Mexico or the Azteca - Shearer
Former England captain Alan Shearer explains why Thomas Tuchel's team will not be worried about the difficult conditions when they play Mexico at the …
Former chess champion Kramnik banned over cheating remarks
The former Russian world chess champion had accused other players, including the late Daniel Naroditsky, of cheating.…
At least 7 Palestinians killed by Israeli forces over past 48 hours in Gaza
A further nine bodies were recovered from under the rubble, according to Gaza's Ministry of Health.…
Washington's July 4 parade is off. The fireworks are still on
Organizers called off the Independence Day Parade late Friday, citing an extreme heat warning with temperatures expected to reach up to 115 degrees. T…
Antonelli beats Leclerc & Hamilton to Silverstone pole
Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli takes pole position for the British Grand Prix, beating the Ferraris and team-mate George Russell.…
Russian attacks leave trail of destruction across Ukraine
Russian attacks leave trail of destruction across Ukraine…
Iran promotes message of continuity and revenge at Khamenei commemoration
Iran will be shut down on Sunday and Monday to encourage more mourners to join funeral procession.…
Move over Chutes & Ladders: Schisto & Ladders has educational value plus worms
Spread by parasitic worms that can infect via a splash of water, schistosomiasis causes debilitating symptoms. It hits kids hard. A board game teaches…
Injury ends Williams' Wimbledon comeback
Serena Williams pulls out of her planned Wimbledon doubles appearance with older sister Venus because of a knee injury.…
Canada vs Morocco LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 last 16
Live coverage and text updates as cohosts Canada play Morocco in the round of 16 knockout stage.…
China's military promotes 2 new generals after anti-corruption purge thins ranks
The shake-up is believed to be an effort to ensure the military's loyalty to the Communist Party and its leader, Xi Jinping.…
Brain drain leaves Yemen’s health sector in tatters and millions helpless
Yemen's health professionals have been leaving the country in search of higher income and a safer working environment.…
Why closure matters at the end of life
A peaceful, supported end-of-life experience — focused on family and closure — can transform both dying and grieving.…
Ukraine hits major oil terminal in Russia's St Petersburg
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says the target is key infrastructure "that generates revenue for Russia's war".…
Prince Harry will not be joined by Meghan and children on London trip
Plans for Meghan, Archie and Lilibet to travel to London changed after it was confirmed they would not have taxpayer funded security.…
Cape Verde fans 'proud' despite 3-2 defeat to Argentina
Cape Verde fans say they are 'proud' of their team despite a 3-2 defeat to Argentina that ended their World Cup hopes.…
Dior dress and a man of honour: What we know about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding
The couple tied the knot in New York on Friday, after months of speculation about when, where and how it would happen.…
Nabatieh recovery begins amid ongoing southern Lebanon tensions
Nabatieh recovery begins amid ongoing southern Lebanon tensions…
‘The situation is terrible’: aid workers on life in Sudanese city pummelled by drone strikes
El Obeid becomes key battleground in war between Sudan’s armed forces and their paramilitary enemies, the RSFFatima is losing count of the number of d…
Antonelli passes Hamilton to win Silverstone sprint
Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli overtakes Lewis Hamilton to win an action-packed sprint race at the British Grand Prix.…
Opinion: America is still a work in progress
Poets like Walt Whitman and Langston Hughes have written movingly about America.…
Large crowds gather in Tehran on first day of Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral
Ali Khamenei's body will lie in state in Tehran's Grand Mosalla until Monday, before travelling across Iran and Iraq.…
Pope urges Europe to do more for migrants while visiting gateway island
The pontiff pays tribute to migrants who lost their lives at sea at a cemetery on the Italian island of Lampedusa.…
Antique silver collection found in attic sells for £60,000
More than 100 silver items, dating from the early 1700s to the early 1900s, had been expected to fetch up to £23,000.…
Russia claims it captured the strategic key Ukrainian city of Kostiantynivk
Russia claims it captured the strategic key Ukrainian city of Kostiantynivka…
Millions mourn Iran’s Ali Khamenei amid historic funeral procession
Mourners pack Tehran streets for Khamenei’s funeral, with ceremonies spanning cities and ending in Mashhad burial.…
Ukraine hits oil and military facilities near Russia’s St Petersburg
Kyiv's drones disrupt St Petersburg internet and flights as Russian strikes halt a gas facility in central Ukraine.…
In South Asia, America has stopped asking India for permission
Washington has started dealing with regional players without regard for Indian interests.…
The massive scramble behind the scenes before the new PM arrives
As Starmer gets ready to pack his bags, there's a "bunfight for jobs" in Whitehall, one MP tells Laura Kuenssberg.…