Spain into World Cup final after 2-0 victory over France
Spain defeated France 2-0 to reach the World Cup final. According to NPR, Spain's victory was a dominant performance against the defending runners-up.
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Ebola Patient Arrives in Germany for Treatment
A US national who contracted Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has arrived in Germany for treatment, the health ministry in Berlin said on Monday, weeks after another American infected with Ebola in the DRC was treated in Berlin.
Singapore Court Orders Bloomberg to Pay $356,000 in Defamation Case
A Singapore court has ordered Bloomberg and one of its reporters to pay S$460,000 to two ministers who had sued them for defamation over an article referencing their property transactions, according to the BBC.
De Beers Halts Work at South Africa’s Venetia Mine
Diamond giant De Beers is halting production at its flagship Venetia mine in South Africa for two years, according to BBC.
Spain, France Set For Star-Studded World Cup Semifinal
For the first time, FIFA’s top four teams have made the World Cup semifinals, and the France vs. Spain match is a rematch of the 2024 European Championship semifinals, according to NBC News.
France vs Spain Semifinal Set for 14 July 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinal between France and Spain is set for 21:00 CEST on July 14, with the match to be broadcast in free-to-air television. France, led by Kylian Mbappé and an unbeaten record, faces Spain, who advanced with a five-match winning streak.
UK Politician Ann Widdecombe’s Murder Was Targeted Attack, Police Say
The murder of veteran British politician Ann Widdecombe was a targeted attack, counterterrorism police said on Tuesday, according to reports. Widdecombe, 78, was found dead with serious injuries at her home in Devon last week.
Israeli Strike on Police Post in North Gaza Kills Eight
An Israeli drone strike on a police post in northern Gaza has killed at least eight people, including a senior officer and a woman, according to local officials. The attack occurred in the Jabalia area on Tuesday.
U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi suspends services amid regional tensions
The U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi has suspended consular appointments through July 15 due to escalating regional security concerns, according to Kurdistan24.
Anger Grows Over Venezuela Earthquake Response, ‘God is Punishing the Politicians’
Public anger is growing in Venezuela over what many see as the government’s inadequate response to twin earthquakes that killed nearly 4,500 people, according to The Guardian.
Yemen’s Houthis Launch Missiles at Saudi Airport After Sanaa Strikes
Yemen's Houthis said they launched missiles at Abha airport in south-western Saudi Arabia on Monday in response to air strikes on Sanaa's airport that they blamed on the kingdom, according to the BBC.
Wife of Man Nearly Sucked Out of Plane Says ‘We Die Together’
A woman who held the legs of her husband as he was nearly sucked head-first out of a Ryanair cabin window said 'half of his body was sticking out of the plane,' according to the BBC.
Argentina Vets Urge Focus on Football Ahead of England Semifinal
A federation of Argentinian war veterans has called on supporters to focus on football rather than sovereignty claims ahead of the World Cup semifinal against England, according to Al Jazeera.
How US commerce secretary’s Epstein links were uncovered by British whistleblower
A British whistleblower has revealed evidence suggesting U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick had undisclosed business ties with Jeffrey Epstein, according to the BBC.
Australian police reveal unseen photos 25 years after British backpacker murder
Australian police have released previously unseen photographs from their investigation into the 2001 murder of British backpacker Peter Falconio, according to the BBC.