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The UK has broken its June temperature record for three consecutive days, with the Met Office issuing rare red warnings. Schools, hospitals, and transport networks are struggling, while experts attribute the extreme heat to climate breakdown.
A Taliban delegation met with EU officials in Brussels for talks focused on the return of Afghan asylum-seekers without the right to stay, marking the first such visit. The EU has not recognized the Taliban government, and rights groups have criticized the engagement as legitimizing the Taliban.
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has declared that the Black Stars will draw on the support of the entire nation when they face England in a pivotal World Cup group match. Queiroz praised his players' adaptability and commitment ahead of the tournament opener against Panama, while the squad acknowledged the energy provided by fans in Toronto.
Germany's conservative-led government has endorsed a commission's proposal to gradually raise the retirement age to about 70 by the early 2090s and link it to life expectancy. The plan also includes investing pension contributions in capital markets and expanding mandatory coverage, drawing both praise and criticism.
A record-breaking heatwave sweeping Europe has led to at least 40 drownings in France in recent days, with red alerts issued across France, Spain, Italy, and the UK. The heatwave has disrupted schools and transport, and scientists link such extreme events to climate change.
European defense spending has surged since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with NATO members investing hundreds of billions, yet structural challenges and procurement bottlenecks hamper the continent's military ambitions. A scrapped Franco-German fighter jet project highlights persistent fragmentation.
France and Spain have issued red heat alerts with temperatures forecast to exceed 40C, while Italy's health ministry has declared red alerts in 16 cities. The heatwave has been linked to several deaths, including two children in France and five swimmers in Germany.
A Taliban delegation arrived in Brussels for one-day talks with the EU on returning failed asylum seekers, sparking criticism from rights groups. The meetings proceed despite EU's non-recognition of the Taliban government.
Russian Ambassador to the US Alexander Darchiev spoke at a Candle of Remembrance commemoration, reflecting on the Soviet victory in the Great Patriotic War and asserting that Russia will defeat a resurgent Nazism in Europe. He warned against 'reckless figures in Germany' dreaming of a 'Fourth Reich.'
Kylian Mbappé scored twice as France beat Iraq 3-0 in a World Cup group match delayed by thunderstorms in Philadelphia. The win moved France to six points and within reach of the knockout stage, while Mbappé's goals took him to 16 career World Cup tallies.
South Korea meet South Africa in their final Group A match at the FIFA World Cup, needing just a draw to advance but with coach Hong Myung-bo demanding a win. The match is goalless at halftime, with captain Son Heung-min not in the starting lineup.
US President Donald Trump has weighed in on Britain's political transition, calling incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham 'extremely liberal' and predicting a rocky relationship. His comments come after Keir Starmer's resignation announcement, with Trump criticizing Starmer's handling of energy, immigration, and the Iran conflict.
Nadiem Amiri reflects on his journey from Hoffenheim's youth teams to the World Cup with Germany, crediting coach Julian Nagelsmann and a career-turning move to Mainz. After setting up the equalizer against Cote d'Ivoire, Amiri shares his pride and belief in his abilities.
Lionel Messi scored twice to become the all-time leading scorer in men's World Cup history, leading Argentina to a 2-0 victory over Austria and securing their place in the last 32.
Lionel Messi scored twice as Argentina beat Austria 2-0 to reach the 2026 World Cup knockout stage, becoming the tournament's all-time leading scorer with 18 goals. Argentina later beat Jordan 3-1 to finish top of Group J with nine points.
Europe is enduring a severe heat wave, with temperatures exceeding 40°C in several countries. France has seen record-breaking heat, including the death of two children in a car, while Britain issued a rare red warning. The heat is expected to persist into the weekend.
Lionel Messi scored his record-breaking 17th and 18th World Cup goals in Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria, surpassing Miroslav Klose's previous mark. The match took place in Arlington, Texas, and secured Argentina's place in the knockout stage.
As a ferocious heatwave tightens its grip across Western Europe, France places half its mainland departments on red alert, Belgium braces for record temperatures, and countries cancel events and restrict services. Climate scientists point to human-driven climate change as a key amplifier of the extreme heat, which has already been linked to several deaths.
Cape Verde advanced to the World Cup knockout stages on their debut appearance after a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia, finishing as runners-up in Group H. They will face defending champions Argentina on 3 July in Miami.
Deniz Undav scored twice off the bench, including an injury-time winner, as Germany came from behind to beat Ivory Coast 2-1 and secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup knockout stage for the first time since 2014.