Syria’s President Names Final 70 Lawmakers to New Post-Assad Parliament
Syria’s interim president, Ahmad al-Sharaa, has named the final 70 lawmakers to the country’s new post-Assad parliament, according to the BBC and NBC News.
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Canada to join Eurovision song contest from 2027
Canada will make its official debut at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2027, joining as a full member of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU).
Sudan’s RSF Accused of Crimes Against Humanity in El Fasher
The Sudanese Rapid Support Forces (RSF) committed crimes against humanity and ethnic cleansing during its campaign to capture El Fasher, according to a report by Amnesty International.
Three Mexico City World Cup Celebration Deaths
Three people, including a 19-year-old woman, died from suffocation during World Cup celebrations in Mexico City on Tuesday, according to the capital's health authority.
Mexico vs. Ecuador World Cup Match Set for June 30
Mexico faces Ecuador in the 2026 World Cup on June 30 in Mexico City, with the match available to stream for free via Fubo. According to USA Today.
2026 World Cup Ends with Final Match on July 19
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will conclude on July 19, with the final match set to be played in New York, according to multiple sources.
World Cup Loss Dominates as Data Reveals Surprises
Turkey's two World Cup losses have not reflected their performance, as 3.6 expected goals suggest they have created quality scoring chances without converting, according to Northeastern University analysis.
US and Japanese Soldiers Train in Australian Bush
U.S. and Japanese soldiers are conducting joint military exercises in the Australian bush, according to BBC reports.
Berlin’s Nazi Bunker Demolition Plan Sparks ‘Absolute Madness’ Debate
Berlin is considering demolishing a bunker linked to Adolf Hitler's New Reich Chancellery, sparking controversy with some calling it 'absolute madness', according to the BBC.
Three-Year-Old Rescued, Taken to Hospital After Venezuela Earthquake
A three-year-old boy was pulled alive from the rubble six days after the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, a Jordanian rescue team has said. According to the BBC, the child, named Klieber Morán by the country's interim president, was rescued in La Guaira state.
Thousands of anti-migrant protesters march in South Africa
Thousands of anti-migrant protesters marched in South Africa's main cities to demand the expulsion of undocumented migrants, according to the BBC.
Comcast to spin off NBCUniversal and Sky into separate media business
Comcast plans to spin off NBCUniversal and Sky into separate media businesses, with the move expected to be completed in about a year. The new companies will operate independently while current investors will own shares in both, according to NBC News.
South Africa’s Immigration Tensions: 25,000 Repatriated Amid Protests
South Africa faced escalating anti-immigrant protests in June as thousands of undocumented foreigners fled violence and threats. Over 25,000 have been repatriated, according to police, with tensions rising ahead of a self-imposed 30 June deadline for foreigners to leave.
Senegalese MPs move to clip presidential powers
Senegalese lawmakers are pushing constitutional reforms that would limit President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's influence, sparking tensions within the National Assembly. According to BBC and AOL.com reports, the proposed changes aim to prevent sitting presidents from leading political parties and restrict their powers during election transitions.
US envoys in Doha to meet mediators but not Iranians, Qatar says
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and President Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner are in Doha to meet with mediators but will not hold direct talks with Iranian officials, according to Qatar’s Foreign Ministry.