Norway vs. England World Cup quarterfinal set for Miami
Erling Haaland scored twice to send Norway to their first World Cup quarterfinal, where they will face England on July 11 in Miami. The match will be played at Hard Rock Stadium.
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BBC Exposes Russia’s ‘Torture Prisons’ in Ukraine
A BBC World Service investigation has identified individuals accused of abusing detainees in Russia's secretive detention system in occupied parts of Ukraine, according to the BBC.
Zelensky Presses NATO for Air Defence Amid Russian Strikes
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky will use a NATO meeting in Turkey to demand air defence systems after Russian missiles killed more than 50 civilians, according to the BBC.
Ronaldo’s World Cup Career Ends with Spain 1-0 Win
Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career ended with a 1-0 loss to Spain, as substitute Mikel Merino scored the decisive goal in stoppage time. This marked Ronaldo's sixth and final World Cup appearance without a major title, according to ESPN.
Late Spain Goal Eliminates Portugal, Ends Ronaldo’s International Career?
Mikel Merino scored in the first minute of second-half stoppage time, and Spain beat Portugal 1-0 on Monday to likely end the World Cup career of superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, according to Al Jazeera.
Ex-Syrian Intelligence Chief Found Guilty of Torture in Austria
A former Syrian intelligence chief has been found guilty of torture and sexual abuse by an Austrian court, according to the BBC.
Prince Harry Won’t Stay at Buckingham Palace During London Visit
Prince Harry will not stay at Buckingham Palace during his London visit, according to palace sources, despite earlier claims from his spokesperson that he had accepted an invitation.
Portugal vs. Spain: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 Live
Portugal faces Spain in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on July 6, 2026, with Cristiano Ronaldo set to play what may be his last World Cup match. According to SPOX, the game will be broadcast in Germany on ZDF and via MagentaTV.
Southern France Wildfire Forces 10,000 Evacuations
A wildfire in southern France has forced the evacuation of more than 10,000 people, according to BBC News.
Prince Harry’s London Visit and Buckingham Palace Stay in Question
Prince Harry was told it was too late to accept an offer to stay at Buckingham Palace during his recent visit to London, according to a royal source, amid confusion over his accommodations and whether his family would join him.
France’s Marine Le Pen Appeal Verdict Set for Tuesday
Marine Le Pen will find out on Tuesday if she can run for the French presidency in 2027, as a Paris appeal court decides whether to uphold an embezzlement conviction against her, according to the BBC.
Ukraine warns of interceptor missile shortage as 18 killed
The Ukrainian Air Force says a "serious shortage" of interceptor missiles meant none of the 23 ballistic missiles fired by Russia at Kyiv on Sunday night were shot down, according to BBC.
2026 World Cup Knockout Matches: Shockers and Upsets
The 2026 World Cup knockout stage has already produced dramatic upsets, with underdogs like Paraguay and Morocco eliminating top teams Germany and Netherlands in penalty shootouts.
France’s Le Pen Faced with Crucial Verdict on Presidential Eligibility
France awaits a high-stakes court verdict on Tuesday that will determine whether Marine Le Pen can run in next year's presidential election, according to the BBC.
Prince Harry to Travel Solo to London as Meghan, Kids Stay Back
Prince Harry will travel to London alone for a series of engagements next week, without his wife Meghan and their two children, a source close to the Duke of Sussex told AFP. The decision is attributed to security concerns, according to multiple reports.