Press — 2026-06-26

Hossam Hassan invokes FIFA’s ‘respect and fair play’ rules amid US restrictions on Iran, whom Egypt face in Seattle. Save Share Seattle, US – Egypt’s head coach Hossam Hassan says all teams at the FIFA World Cup must be treated equally amid criticism that Iran has faced unfair scheduling and travel …

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Satellite images show Venezuela’s La Guaira before and after twin earthquakes Satellite images compare Venezuela’s coastal city of La Guaira before and after twin earthquakes struck destroying hundreds of buildings. Save Share

The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage format, criteria and rules for qualification. Find out who’s in and who’s out. Save Share The knockout bracket in the FIFA World Cup 2026 is starting to take shape. It begins with the round of 32, which runs from June 28 to July 3. What is the format and criter…

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Despite ceasefires and shifting military fronts, Israel’s wars continue, with no clear end or lasting security gains. Save Share Less than a week after the signing of the memorandum of understanding between Tehran and Washington brought the stuttering, three-month-long US-Israel war on Iran to a clo…

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This video can not be played Footage shows the moment a wild elephant attacked a bus carrying air force personnel in Sri Lanka. The incident happened in Kirinda, a town in the island's southern province, on 23 June. No injuries were reported, but the vehicle was damaged. Wild elephants are often see…

Brent crude rises after cargo ship comes under attack in key waterway. Save Share Oil prices have jumped after the United Nations maritime agency called off its planned evacuation of ships stranded around the Strait of Hormuz following an attack on a cargo vessel in the waterway. Brent crude, the in…

“I let the word wash over me. I wanted Mom to know I’d heard her, and I repeated back the same word. When I said it, I felt as if I was signing a contract between us.” Sarah Gormley’s debut memoir, “The Order of Things” is the story of how her return to the family farm to care for her dying mother c…

Toronto’s Mabrey matches A’ja Wilson and Liz Cambage for the league’s scoring record in 125-97 win for her team. Save Share Marina Mabrey has tied the WNBA’s single-game scoring record of 53 points behind a torrid 9-of-18 3-point shooting effort in the Toronto Tempo’s big 125-97 win over the visitin…

Several papers lead with King Charles III and Queen Camilla's decision to not live at Buckingham Palace, instead opting to remain at Clarence House. "The buck stops here!" is the Daily Star's take, adding "no monarch to live at Palace". "King will never live at the Palace" is the Daily Telegraph's l…

Netherlands top Group F with seven points and will face Morocco in the round of 32 in Monterrey on Monday. Save Share The Netherlands overcame Tunisia 3-1 to top World Cup Group F, avoiding a tricky encounter with Brazil in the last 32. Ronald Koeman’s men flew into a two-goal lead in soggy Kansas C…

“For us, life is what’s hard, but loving each other is very, very easy.” Note: Some responses have been edited for length and/or clarity.

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Hundreds trapped beneath buildings a day after Venezuela’s twin earthquakes Emergency crews are racing to rescue hundreds believed trapped beneath collapsed buildings a day after twin 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes struck Venezuela. A state of emergency has been declared as international rescue t…

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Former German player’s comments that ‘African football’ is ‘a bit unorthodox sometimes, a bit wild’ sparked controversy. Save Share Even in one of the most joyous moments in his country’s footballing history, Ivory Coast manager Emerse Fae found himself managing sadness over the remarks of a former …

This video can not be played At least 235 people were killed when two major earthquakes rocked Venezuela on Wednesday evening, the country's health authorities say. A day after the 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude quakes, the BBC's Vanessa Silva is in Caracas as rescuers continue to search through the rubble f…

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Goals from Daizen Maeda and Anthony Elanga were enough to see both teams through to the Round of 32. Save Share Sweden salvaged a 1-1 draw with Japan as both sides confirmed their progress to the World Cup knockout rounds after Anthony Elanga curled in a 62nd-minute equaliser to earn his side a shar…

A boy aged 14 has been charged with murder by Gwent Police after a female body was found during the search for a girl missing in south Wales. The boy from the Blaenau Gwent area, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was remanded in police custody to appear before Newport Magistrates Court later on…

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France seizes fifth Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tanker linked to funding Ukraine war The French navy boarded and seized a Russian oil tanker near Sicily in the Mediterranean Sea, saying it is part of Moscow’s ‘shadow fleet’ used to evade sanctions over the war in Ukraine. Russia’s embassy in France calle…

Kate and Rooney Mara come from a multibillion-dollar football family. Their mother’s side founded the Pittsburgh Steelers, while their father’s side founded the New York Giants. I'm the AAPI Culture Editor here at BuzzFeed, where I cover everything from trending news to pop culture to AAPI issues. K…

What we miss when we ignore male infertility In mid-2020, while Covid lockdowns gripped the country, Luke and his wife decided to start a family. "All through my teens the message was clear: don't have sex without a condom or you might get someone pregnant," he says. "So, when you're older, you expe…

Data centres and AI systems are expanding across Africa, bringing new pressure on energy and resources. Save Share Johannesburg, South Africa – In April, African Union ministers gathered in Tangier, Morocco, to discuss artificial intelligence at a moment when governments across the continent are rac…

Shia pilgrims gather in Iraq’s holy city of Karbala to mark Ashura Shia Muslims gathered in the Iraqi city of Karbala to mark Ashura, commemorating the killing of Imam Hussein, the grandson of the prophet Muhammad, at the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. Save Share

Sir Keir Starmer announcing his resignation For month after month, week after week, sometimes day after day, we have chronicled the unravelling of Sir Keir Starmer's government. Nonetheless, it still prompted a sharp intake of breath on Monday morning to be standing in Downing Street yet again, awai…

Plan Intl: ‘Mental health impact of Venezuelan earthquakes can last for years’ Carmen Elena Aleman, Plan International’s Regional Director for the Americas said children and young people must be at the centre of Venezuela’s earthquake response, warning that while rescuing survivors remains the immed…

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Israeli leader says military will stay in occupied areas of southern Lebanon ‘as long as necessary’, despite US-Iran deal. Save Share

Steve Hilton, California Governor candidate, discusses America's 250 years of power and the recent vandalism at the National Mall Reflecting Pool with Jesse Watters. Hilton highlights the nation's greatness, World Cup celebrations, and expresses concern over the "nihilistic" mindset leading to prope…

Ryan Fitzpatrick went straight to the source to learn more about the Buffalo Bills' decision to hire Joe Brady, one he believes in after speaking with the man himself. The Buffalo Bills, after years of playing home games at the old Highmark Stadium, officially cut the ribbon on their brand-new facil…

Secretary Rubio, in Manama, Bahrain, outlines the comprehensive U.S. government response to the devastating back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela. He confirms immediate deployment of search and rescue teams, medical resources and humanitarian assistance, emphasizing the urgency to save lives. Rubio …

Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. A 74-year-old Florida man was executed on Thursday for his conviction in the 1992 fatal stabbing of his wife, making him the oldest inmate in modern state history to be put to death. Dusty Ray Spencer was pronounced dea…

‘The Ruthless Crew’ discusses how World Cup fans are embracing America during the 2026 tournament and more on ‘The Will Cain Show.’ An anti-gay slur that has been chanted by Mexico fans could lead to discipline from FIFA for the squad of one of the host countries in the 2026 World Cup. There were at…

Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville called on Democratic socialist politician Darializa Avila Chevalier, one of the three victorious candidates backed by NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, to start her own party and not identify as a Democrat. Democratic socialist candidate Darializa Avila Chevalier…

UC Berkeley Law professor John Yoo joins ‘Fox News Live’ to discuss the Justice Department’s investigation into voter rolls as it seeks to identify noncitizen voters. FIRST ON FOX: Attorneys representing a French national who recently admitted to illegally casting a ballot in the 2022 federal midter…

Jonathan Rinderknecht's federal arson trial begins today for allegedly starting the Palisades fire, the most expensive in U.S. history. Jurors in the federal trial of a man accused of starting the deadly 2025 Palisades Fire in California told a judge on Thursday that the panel was deadlocked — short…

America First Legal Senior Counsel Ian Prior and Loudoun County parent Abbie Platt discuss gender ideology policies in schools. They reveal how these policies impact children, parental rights, and the legal battles faced by families opposing them. America First Legal filed a federal lawsuit Monday a…

The UK may have experienced its warmest June night yet, according to forecasters, after a record temperature for the month of 36.7C (98.1F) was recorded on Thursday afternoon. That high was at Merryfield, Somerset, according to Met Office provisional figures, making it also the hottest day of 2026. …

This video can not be played Rescues and prayers a day after Venezuelan earthquakes With the number of people killed in the powerful twin quakes which struck Venezuela on Wednesday still rising, there is no doubt that this natural disaster is a devastating blow to a country already mired in uncertai…

This video can not be played Europe's 'punishing' record-breaking heatwave shifts east After days of record-breaking temperatures in France, officials have warned people to adjust their behaviour, with Health Minister Stéphanie Rist saying there were risks to young people as well as the elderly. Pri…

This video can not be played Rescues and prayers a day after Venezuelan earthquakes At least 235 people have been killed and more than 4,300 injured after two powerful earthquakes rocked Venezuela within seconds of each other on Wednesday. The second quake was one of the strongest tremors to hit the…

This video can not be played Rescues and prayers a day after Venezuelan earthquakes Rescuers are searching through rubble in a rush to save lives after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela near the capital, killing at least 235 people and injuring at least 4,300. In Caracas and the nearby coast…

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