Zimbabwean Football Star Survives Gun Attack in South Africa
Zimbabwean footballer Divine Lunga survived a gun attack in Johannesburg on Sunday, according to South African police.
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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.
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.
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.
More than 1,000 arrested as part of global human trafficking crackdown
More than 1,000 individuals were arrested as part of a global human trafficking crackdown that identified over 2,000 victims, according to BBC and Interpol reports.
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.
Cuba’s Third Nationwide Blackout in Six Months: ‘Living Like This Is Agony’
Cuba experienced a third nationwide power outage since January 2026, according to the state electricity company. The blackout has left residents without electricity, water, and internet access, worsening conditions already strained by a U.S. oil embargo.
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.
Sri Lanka prison riots leave 26 dead and more than 100 injured
Riots at a prison in western Sri Lanka have killed 26 people, seven of them guards, and injured more than 100, according to the BBC.
25 Killed in Deadly Sri Lanka Prison Fighting
At least 25 people, including inmates and guards, were killed in deadly fighting at a prison near Sri Lanka’s capital, according to local reports.
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.
Lebanon Teacher Killed in Israeli Airstrike
A teacher was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Lebanon on July 6, 2026, according to Al Jazeera.