Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha Dies at 47
Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha has died at 47 after more than three years in a coma, according to the royal household.
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Olivia Rodrigo Reveals Deafness and Duet with Robert Smith
Olivia Rodrigo revealed she is 60% deaf in her left ear and released a duet with The Cure’s Robert Smith titled 'what’s wrong with me.'
South Korea Stage Late Comeback to Beat Czechia in World Cup Opener
South Korea rallied to defeat Czechia 2-1 in the second match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Thursday night in Zapopan, Mexico, according to Al Jazeera.
Trump Claims Deal to End Iran War Near as Tehran Says ‘Nothing’ Finalized
Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson said on May 23, 2026, that the country and the U.S. are near finalizing a 14-point memorandum of understanding to end the war, while U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly revised the agreement’s terms, demanding additional concessions.
South Korea 2-1 Czechia at Estadio Akron in 2026 World Cup
South Korea defeated Czechia 2-1 in a Group A World Cup match at Estadio Akron in Zapopan, Mexico, on June 11, 2026, with a decisive goal from Oh Hyeon-Gyu in the 80th minute. According to USA Today and Sports Illustrated.
Norway’s World Cup Debut After 28 Years: Key Facts
Norway is set to make its first World Cup appearance in 28 years. The team, featuring Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard, will open their campaign against Iraq on June 14 in Boston.
World Cup Kicks Off in Mexico with Shakira and Colorful Ceremony
The 2026 World Cup has begun in Mexico City with an opening ceremony filled with colour, culture and a performance by global music star Shakira, according to the BBC.
Jimenez and Quinones Net as Mexico Beats South Africa 2-0
Mexico opened their World Cup campaign with a 2-0 victory over nine-man South Africa, with Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez scoring the goals. The match took place at the iconic Estadio Azteca.
US and Iran exchange strikes across Middle East for second day in a row
Israel and Iran exchanged strikes for a second consecutive day, raising concerns about the stability of the ceasefire agreement reached on April 8, according to reports.
Cuba Hopes World Cup Respite From US Tensions
Cuba hopes the World Cup might provide a reprieve from US tensions, as a nearly five-month-long oil blockade continues to affect the island, according to The Guardian.
Toronto police officer killed in shooting linked to US consulate attack
A Toronto police officer was shot and killed while investigating an attack on the U.S. consulate, which occurred in March. The incident has raised concerns over national security and led to heightened patrols in the city.
London Council Seizes Social Housing Flat Rented by Sierra Leone First Lady
A social housing flat rented by Sierra Leone’s first lady has been seized by a London council, according to The Guardian.
Nigeria Evacuates 1,094 Citizens from South Africa Amid Rising Xenophobia
Nigeria has begun repatriating over 1,094 of its citizens from South Africa after a surge in anti-immigrant violence, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The first evacuation flight left Johannesburg with 270 passengers on board.
Deadly Sudan Drone Strike Kills 4 at Funeral Procession
A drone strike on a funeral procession in Sudan's city of el-Obeid has killed at least four people and injured others, according to two rights groups.
Wegovy weight-loss pills available in UK for first time
Wegovy weight-loss pills are now available for patients in the UK to buy, making the country the first in Europe to approve the oral version of the drug. Emil Kongshøj Larsen of Novo Nordisk called it a 'landmark approval' that could boost obesity care.