Australian PM Apologizes for Inappropriate Comments on Kylie Minogue
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has apologized 'unequivocally' for comments he made about popstar Kylie Minogue in a podcast interview last week, according to the BBC.
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Venezuelan Girl Survives 32 Hours Trapped in Quake Rubble
A 12-year-old Venezuelan girl survived 32 hours trapped under rubble after two powerful earthquakes struck on 24 June, according to 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.
Haaland double stuns Norway to beat Brazil 2-1
Erling Haaland scored both goals in the final 10 minutes to lead Norway to a 2-1 victory over Brazil in the World Cup, sending Norway into the quarter-finals for the first time. According to The Guardian and OneFootball.
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.
Mexico’s 2026 World Cup hopes: Fans, fortress stadium, and a Rolex controversy
Mexico aims to capitalize on its home advantage at Estadio Azteca in a crucial World Cup match against England, as the team's historic performance at the venue and recent defensive cohesion raise hopes for a quarterfinal run.
Rodríguez defends Venezuela’s earthquake response as death toll nears 3,000
Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, defended the government's emergency response to the recent earthquakes as the death toll climbed to nearly 3,000, with bodies still being recovered and families struggling to afford funerals. According to The Guardian and NBC4 Washington.
Super Typhoon Bavi Makes Landfall with 180 mph Winds on US Pacific Islands
Super Typhoon Bavi made landfall on the US Pacific islands with wind gusts exceeding 333 km/h, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). The storm is expected to cause catastrophic damage and prolonged power outages in the region.
Haaland Scores Twice as Norway Defeats Brazil 2-1 in World Cup 2026
Erling Haaland scored two late goals to send Norway through to their first World Cup quarterfinal with a stunning 2-1 win over Brazil, according to Al Jazeera.
Australia Probes Mystery Space Balls That Washed Up on Beach
Australian authorities are investigating the origins of six large spheres that washed up on a beach in northern Queensland this weekend. The objects are believed to be space debris, according to the Australian Space Agency.
Super Typhoon Bavi Threatens Guam With 260km/h Winds
A 'super typhoon' with 260km/h winds is set to hit Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands on Monday, according to the US National Weather Service.
Nigeria Says Nationals Killed in South Africa Amid Rising Tensions
Nigeria says two of its citizens were killed in South Africa 'at a time when foreigners are being unduly targeted' there, according to the BBC.
Iran Supreme Leader Absent as Ceremony Held for Ayatollah
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei did not attend his father's funeral, according to the BBC.
Evacuations in Guam as super typhoon Bavi approaches
Evacuations are underway in Guam as Super Typhoon Bavi, with winds of 150 knots (173 mph), approaches the island. The storm is expected to pass over the U.S. territory and the Northern Mariana Islands by Monday afternoon.
George Russell’s Struggles at British GP: Straight-Line Speed Deficit
George Russell said he has been losing up to 6 km/h in the straights compared to his teammate and Mercedes-powered rivals at the British Grand Prix. According to ESPN, this has put him at a 'disadvantage' during qualifying.