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FIFA dismisses Belgium appeal against Folarin Balogun eligibility ruling

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.

World ·7 Jul 2026, 01:37 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Folarin Balogun red card suspension lifted by FIFA following Trump call

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.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 22:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Massive crowds attend Tehran funeral procession for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

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.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 20:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Australian Space Agency identifies Queensland beach spheres as rocket debris

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.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 18:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Prince Harry’s U.K. trip sparks fresh dispute over Buckingham Palace stay

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Prince Harry faces a logistics dispute after Buckingham Palace rescinded an offer for him to stay at the royal residence ahead of a High Court judgment.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 17:03 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Trump mocks Meloni with restraining order needed post before NATO summit

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.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 15:34 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Ukraine warns of interceptor missile shortage after Kyiv attack kills 12

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.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 14:35 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
China's Pacific ICBM test leaves crypto markets unchanged

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.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 11:35 ·Leah Bennett 5 min read
Sara Duterte's impeachment trial opens in Philippine Senate

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.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 10:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
England beats Mexico 3-2 at Azteca to reach World Cup quarterfinals

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.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 08:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Johor durian season may lift voter turnout in close state seats

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.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 03:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump demands loyalty from NATO allies ahead of Turkey summit

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.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 00:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Wildfires rage in Portugal, Spain and Greece as authorities warn of toxic smoke

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.

World ·5 Jul 2026, 21:31 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
FIFA confirms England vs Mexico World Cup kick-off time will not change

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.

News ·5 Jul 2026, 15:38 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Three Khamenei sons attend funeral as successor Mojtaba absent

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.

World ·5 Jul 2026, 11:33 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump claims Iran asked for Doha meeting, senior Iranian says none scheduled

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.

World ·5 Jul 2026, 10:35 ·Leah Bennett 5 min read
Australian horror gets spotlight with 34 must‑watch films

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.

World ·5 Jul 2026, 08:10 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Ukrainian drones hit St Petersburg oil terminal and nearby port

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.

World ·5 Jul 2026, 01:35 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
AfD reelects leaders in Erfurt amid mass protests against party convention

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.

World ·5 Jul 2026, 00:01 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Pope Leo urges US to welcome immigrants in July 4 appeal from Lampedusa

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.

World ·4 Jul 2026, 23:03 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read