France cruise into semi-finals – could this be the best Les Bleus ever?
France have advanced to the World Cup 2026 semi-finals, with many questioning if this is the strongest squad in the nation's history, according to BBC.
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Twelve Die in Spain Wildfire as Heatwave Hits Southern Europe
Twelve people have died in a wildfire in southern Europe as a heatwave continues to raise temperatures across the region. The blaze, which broke out in the Tres Cantos municipality near Madrid, left one man with 98% of his body burned, according to Spanish broadcaster RTVE.
France 2-0 Morocco: Mbappe and Dembele guide Les Bleus to World Cup semifinals
Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele scored as France beat Morocco 2-0 to reach the World Cup semifinals, booking a clash with either Spain or Belgium.
Ukraine strikes Russian ships, hits 36 tankers near Crimea
Ukraine's military says it has struck 36 Russian oil tankers near Crimea in recent days, most of them part of Russia's 'shadow fleet.' The attacks are escalating Ukraine's efforts to disrupt fuel supplies to occupied regions, according to BBC and AOL reports.
Bonnie Tyler Dies at 75: Legacy of ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh singer known for 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' has died at 75 in a hospital in Portugal, according to a statement from her family and team.
Erling Haaland’s World Cup Impact and Lifestyle Revealed
Erling Haaland scored seven goals in the 2026 World Cup, helping Norway reach the quarterfinals for the first time since 1998, according to Vietnam.vn.
World Cup 2026 Odds: France Favored, Argentina and England in Running
France is the top betting favorite to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup with odds of +180, according to Bleacher Report, while Argentina, Spain, and England also remain strong contenders in the quarterfinals.
Ukraine to Get License to Produce Patriot Missiles, Trump Says
US President Donald Trump announced he would grant Ukraine the right to produce Patriot missiles during a NATO summit, according to the BBC.
Utah Boarding School Where Paris Hilton Suffered Abuse Loses Licence
A Utah boarding school where Paris Hilton alleged she was abused as a teenager has had its licence revoked, according to the BBC.
Russian Fuel Shortages Bite as War Continues
Fuel shortages are gripping Moscow, with long queues at petrol stations and some stations closed entirely, according to the BBC.
Trump revives Greenland claim; Denmark vows to defend
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen reaffirmed that Greenland is not for sale after U.S. President Donald Trump once again pushed for U.S. control of the self-governing territory.
World Cup Quarterfinals Lineup and Schedule Revealed
The 2026 World Cup has reached the quarterfinal stage with eight teams confirmed, including Morocco, France, Norway, and Argentina. The matches will be broadcast on Fox and Peacock in the US.
Hungary Halts Public Broadcasts to Scrap Orban-Era Propaganda
Hungary's main public television channel has halted news broadcasts as part of an effort to make its state media “independent and trustworthy,” according to the BBC.
Le Pen’s Moment of Truth: Court Ruling to Decide Her Political Future
Marine Le Pen will learn on Tuesday whether she can run for president in 2027 after an appeal court decides her embezzlement case.
Portugal’s World Cup Run Ends as Spain Advances
Portugal's World Cup journey came to an end after a 1-0 loss to Spain in the Round of 16. Mikel Merino's stoppage-time goal sealed Spain's victory, denying Cristiano Ronaldo a title in his likely final appearance.