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Australia avoided a series whitewash with a tense one-wicket win in the third ODI against Bangladesh, with Cooper Connolly's maiden international century proving decisive. Bangladesh, however, secured a historic 2-1 series victory, their first over Australia in any format. The series was marked by unexpected turns and standout individual performances.
A cholera outbreak in Borno State, northeast Nigeria, has killed at least 74 people and infected over 7,800, according to MSF. The outbreak, which began in early May, has overwhelmed health facilities, with authorities preparing a vaccination campaign.
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, preparations are underway at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, with workers installing grass patches for the playing field. Meanwhile, the official match ball was used during a friendly between El Salvador and South Korea in Provo, Utah, marking early steps in the tournament's buildup.
Iran's football federation announced that its ticket allocation for the 2026 World Cup was revoked days before the tournament, leaving fans who had made travel plans unable to attend. The federation criticized the decision as contrary to the spirit of international competition, while other visa and logistical issues have also clouded Iran's participation.
Police in Northern Ireland arrested a Sudanese man in his 30s on suspicion of attempted murder after a knife attack in north Belfast left a man in his 40s with serious injuries. The incident, which occurred late Monday, has drawn widespread condemnation, including from Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and prompted calls for calm amid online speculation and political debate.
Protests in Nanyuki, Kenya, against a US-funded Ebola quarantine centre turned deadly, with multiple deaths reported and police using tear gas and live ammunition. The High Court has temporarily blocked the facility, but President Ruto's government vows to proceed.
Protests in Nanyuki, Kenya, against a US-built Ebola quarantine facility have turned deadly, with tear gas used to disperse demonstrators. Kenya's president defends the project, while residents and the courts oppose it. The facility would serve Americans exposed to Ebola, as the US refuses to admit cases.
A US Army Apache helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz; both crew members were rescued and President Trump said they are fine. The cause remains unclear, and the incident follows recent Iran-Israel exchanges and ongoing tensions over the waterway.
Iran and Israel have paused tit-for-tat attacks following a brief escalation, marking the first exchange of fire since a US-brokered ceasefire two months ago. Both sides have warned of retaliation if provoked, while international leaders urge restraint. The conflict has already impacted global energy prices and raised fears of a wider war.
The European Union's crisis management commissioner has urged a ceasefire in the Democratic Republic of Congo, citing the Ebola outbreak as a health emergency. The EU has pledged substantial aid and delivered supplies to affected regions, while conflict continues to hamper containment efforts.
A stabbing at New York's Penn Station on Sunday night left six people injured, with one victim in serious condition. The suspect, believed to be homeless and emotionally disturbed, was taken into custody. The attack came ahead of a heightened security period as President Trump planned to attend an NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden.
Yemen's Houthis have declared a ban on Israeli maritime navigation in the Red Sea and claimed a missile attack on Israel, amid escalating exchanges between Israel and Iran. The moves threaten to disrupt key shipping routes and strain a fragile ceasefire.
The leaders of the UK, France and Germany have endorsed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposal for direct ceasefire talks with Russia, following a meeting in London. The move comes amid continued drone attacks and Russian strikes, with Moscow dismissing the proposal for now.
Chun In-gee finished fourth and Kim Sei-young fifth at the 81st U.S. Women's Open, as Nelly Korda won her latest major. Both Koreans reflected on near misses, while rankings shifts followed the tournament.
A legal challenge seeks to block a UFC event at the White House, scheduled for President Trump's 80th birthday. A federal judge has declined to block the event, citing a lack of demonstrated harm, while the construction of a large steel structure on the South Lawn remains a point of contention.
Greek authorities have arrested a 37-year-old Palestinian man on the island of Crete on suspicion of planning terrorist attacks and belonging to Hamas. The arrest is linked to the detention of four Palestinians in Cyprus, and investigations have uncovered online orders for chemical agents and electronic equipment.
The United States is set to deport nearly two dozen migrants, including Iranians, to the Central African Republic under a newly agreed third-country deal. Lawyers and officials say the first flight could carry about 20 people, with concerns about the deportees' safety in a country the US State Department advises against visiting.
A shooting near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, wounded at least 12 people, two critically. Authorities arrested Eljay Crisp-Carr, 20, on charges of felonious assault, while a second suspect remains at large. The incident has renewed attention on gun violence in the U.S.
Ousmane Sonko, Senegal's National Assembly speaker and former prime minister, has been re-elected as head of the Pastef party, consolidating his position amid a political crisis with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. The rift, rooted in disagreements over debt management and governance, has raised concerns about the country's stability and economic direction.
Pope Leo XIV has expressed support for the US national team ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, which kicks off on June 11. The first American-born pope, who also holds Peruvian citizenship, made the comments during a flight to Spain. The US is co-hosting the tournament with Canada and Mexico.