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FIFA dismisses Belgium appeal against Folarin Balogun eligibility ruling
FIFA dismissed the Belgian federation's legal challenge over Folarin Balogun's eligibility, upholding a controversial decision to waive his suspension.
Folarin Balogun red card suspension lifted by FIFA following Trump call
Folarin Balogun can compete against Belgium after FIFA deferred his suspension following communications from President Donald Trump. The decision has drawn criticism from UEFA and the Royal Belgian Football Association.
Massive crowds attend Tehran funeral procession for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
A vast funeral procession for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has taken place in Tehran, fueling calls for vengeance while his successor remains in hiding.
Australian Space Agency identifies Queensland beach spheres as rocket debris
Authorities have recovered six pressure vessels from a North Queensland beach after confirming the objects originated from a foreign rocket launch vehicle.
Prince Harry’s U.K. trip sparks fresh dispute over Buckingham Palace stay
Prince Harry faces a logistics dispute after Buckingham Palace rescinded an offer for him to stay at the royal residence ahead of a High Court judgment.
Trump mocks Meloni with restraining order needed post before NATO summit
President Donald Trump shared a provocative post about Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni ahead of a NATO summit in Ankara. The incident follows disputes over military operations, policy disagreements, and personal public exchanges.
Ukraine warns of interceptor missile shortage after Kyiv attack kills 12
A wave of Russian missiles and drones killed 12 civilians in Kyiv and injured dozens, prompting Ukrainian leaders to demand more air defense from NATO.
China's Pacific ICBM test leaves crypto markets unchanged
Despite diplomatic protests following China's submarine-launched ballistic missile test, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and altcoin prices remained stable. Investors appeared to discount the test, showing no signs of safe-haven buying or panic selling.
Sara Duterte's impeachment trial opens in Philippine Senate
Vice President Sara Duterte faces an impeachment trial that could disqualify her from future office as her political alliance with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. collapses. The proceedings follow allegations of unexplained wealth and threats against the president's life.
England beats Mexico 3-2 at Azteca to reach World Cup quarterfinals
England advanced to the quarter-finals following a 3-2 victory over Mexico at Estadio Azteca. Despite Jarell Quansah's red card, England held on to set up a match against Norway.
Johor durian season may lift voter turnout in close state seats
Analysts believe the convergence of rural harvest activities and the upcoming election could drive higher voter participation in key Johor battlegrounds. The surge in orchard activity is expected to bring residents home, potentially shifting outcomes in closely contested constituencies.
Trump demands loyalty from NATO allies ahead of Turkey summit
NATO leaders are navigating concerns over U.S. military commitments and troop reductions while attempting to maintain alliance stability.
Wildfires rage in Portugal, Spain and Greece as authorities warn of toxic smoke
Emergency crews are battling significant wildfires in Greece, Portugal, and Spain. Teams are working to contain spreading flames amidst strong winds.
FIFA confirms England vs Mexico World Cup kick-off time will not change
FIFA has confirmed the England vs Mexico World Cup match will proceed at its original 6pm kick-off time despite initial discussions about moving it.
Three Khamenei sons attend funeral as successor Mojtaba absent
Mostafa, Meysam, and Masoud Khamenei appeared at Tehran's Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla for their father's funeral, intensifying speculation over the status of Mojtaba Khamenei.
Trump claims Iran asked for Doha meeting, senior Iranian says none scheduled
Conflicting claims from Washington and Tehran regarding a potential summit have created uncertainty surrounding the status of a recent nuclear agreement.
Australian horror gets spotlight with 34 must‑watch films
A newly curated list of 34 Australian horror films serves as a cultural barometer for a generation grappling with stagnant wages and housing pressures.
Ukrainian drones hit St Petersburg oil terminal and nearby port
Ukrainian forces conducted a large-scale drone assault against oil infrastructure and a naval base in the Leningrad region. President Zelenskyy stated the operation targeted revenue sources for Moscow's military.
AfD reelects leaders in Erfurt amid mass protests against party convention
The AfD reelected Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla as party leaders during a national convention in Erfurt, which was met with mass protests and civil unrest.
Pope Leo urges US to welcome immigrants in July 4 appeal from Lampedusa
Visiting the migrant-frontline island of Lampedusa, Pope Leo XIV used the 250th anniversary of American independence to appeal for a compassionate approach to migration.