Organization · 1306 published stories · 342 outlets
A skydiving plane crashed near Butler Memorial Airport in Missouri, killing all 12 people on board. The aircraft, operated by Skydive Kansas City, had just taken off when it went down, and the NTSB and FAA are investigating.
British armed forces boarded and detained the tanker Smyrtos, suspected of being part of Russia's shadow fleet, in the English Channel. The operation, described as the first UK-led of its kind, has drawn praise from Ukraine's president, while Russia warns of legal action over plans to sell the tanker's oil.
Celebrations after the New York Knicks' first NBA championship in over 50 years turned chaotic in Manhattan, with a World Cup shuttle bus set alight, a 17-year-old shot in the foot, and dozens arrested. Police described crowds as 'increasingly destructive' as fans clashed with officers in Midtown.
The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals to clinch their first championship in 53 years, winning the series 4-1. Jalen Brunson scored 45 points, and the team overcame a 16-point deficit. The victory sparked massive celebrations in New York, including a ticker-tape parade attended by tens of thousands of fans.
James Boyard, chief of staff to Haiti's defence minister and inspector general of the national police, was kidnapped in Port-au-Prince. The abduction highlights the escalating gang violence that has displaced nearly 1.5 million people and led to thousands of deaths this year.
Thousands of protesters are expected to rally in Geneva on Sunday ahead of the G7 summit in Evian, France, with authorities deploying heavy security and businesses boarding up storefronts. The 'No-G7' coalition, comprising over 60 groups, aims to denounce 'fascism and imperialism' and express frustration with global leaders' policies. The summit, running from June 15-17, will tackle issues including the war in Iran and economic imbalances.
US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the war, with Iran agreeing to dilute enriched uranium in exchange for economic relief. Protests in Iran and conflicting statements over the signing date highlight ongoing tensions.
Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Belfast and Glasgow to condemn anti-immigrant violence that erupted after a knife attack, with officials and protesters calling for calm.
Brazil and Morocco played out a 1-1 draw in their World Cup 2026 Group C opener, with Ismael Saibari and Vinicius Junior trading goals. Morocco later beat Scotland 1-0 and Haiti 4-2, while Scotland secured a 1-0 win over Haiti.
US President Donald Trump is set to meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi separately during the G7 summit in Evian, France, according to senior US administration officials. The meeting, expected to discuss a bilateral trade pact and regional issues, marks their first interaction since February 2025.
Iran will hold funeral ceremonies for late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei starting July 4 in Tehran, with burial set for July 9 in Mashhad, according to state media. Khamenei was killed in a February US-Israeli strike, and his son Mojtaba has succeeded him, though he has remained out of public view.
Lebanese state media reported Israeli strikes on southern areas as the Israeli army ordered evacuations in Nabatieh and surrounding towns. Hezbollah rejected a US-brokered agreement, calling it a surrender, while the Lebanese army withdrew from a base near advancing Israeli troops.
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will miss the team's World Cup opening match against Panama in Toronto after Canada denied his visa application, FIFA confirmed. Partey awaits trial in London on multiple charges of rape. He is expected to rejoin the squad and play in subsequent group matches in the US.
As the Socceroos prepare for their World Cup opener against Türkiye, coach Tony Popovic has signed a contract extension and embraced his team's underdog status. Captain Hakan Çalhanoğlu's pre-match confidence was met with a 2-0 Australian victory, silencing critics and setting up a promising tournament campaign.
The New York Times reports that the US plans to reduce the number of fighter jets and warships it assigns to NATO operations in Europe, including cutting F-16 and F-15E jets from 150 to 100 and removing all eight aerial refueling tankers. NATO officials say the move reflects a shift toward European responsibility for defense, while some analysts warn it could limit NATO's long-range strike and surveillance capabilities.
Jibril Rajoub, head of the Palestinian Football Association, says he has been denied a US visa to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He attended the opening match in Mexico City but faces travel restrictions affecting several delegates. The US State Department has not commented, while FIFA says it cannot overrule US visa decisions.
South Africa commemorated the 50th anniversary of the 1976 Soweto student uprising, with President Cyril Ramaphosa paying tribute to the students killed and urging citizens not to blame migrants for the country's challenges. The event also highlighted ongoing social issues and the legacy of the uprising as seen through the eyes of survivors like Seth Mazibuko.
UNHCR's Global Trends report shows 117.8 million people forcibly displaced at the end of 2025, a 3% drop in refugee numbers, driven by large-scale returns in Syria, Afghanistan, and Sudan. However, many returnees face precarious conditions, and new crises, like in Lebanon, add to ongoing displacement.
Thousands of Albanians have held nightly protests in Tirana and along the coast against a luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner, with demonstrations now stretching into their 35th day. The protests, dubbed the 'Flamingo Revolution,' have broadened into calls for Prime Minister Edi Rama's resignation and anti-corruption reforms, drawing warnings from EU lawmakers about accession talks.
Princess Bajrakitiyabha, eldest child of King Maha Vajiralongkorn, has died at 47 after more than three years in a coma. Her death raises questions about royal succession and has drawn an outpouring of grief across Thailand.