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China's People's Liberation Army dispatched vessels and aircraft to the South China Sea after a joint US-Philippine maritime exercise near Scarborough Shoal. A rare naval stand-off between Chinese and Philippine forces occurred as Manila wrapped up a large multinational drill.
Australia and Vanuatu have signed a comprehensive economic and security agreement that prohibits foreign military bases on the Pacific island, as reported by multiple sources. The pact, signed in Canberra, also strengthens Australia's role as Vanuatu's primary policing partner and commits to increased economic support, amid regional competition with China.
Australia knocked India out of the Women's T20 World Cup with a six-wicket win at Lord's, powered by half-centuries from Ellyse Perry and Ashleigh Gardner. India's 170 for 4 proved insufficient as the champions chased down 171 in 19 overs, a result that also confirmed South Africa's semi-final place.
England Test captain Ben Stokes has announced his retirement from international cricket, effective after the ongoing third Test against New Zealand. The 35-year-old all-rounder, a key figure in England's 2019 World Cup win and 2022 T20 World Cup triumph, made the announcement during the match at Trent Bridge. The decision comes after Stokes was dropped for the second Test following a disciplinary issue.
Iran's hopes of reaching the World Cup knockout phase for the first time ended after Austria's stoppage-time equalizer against Algeria left them outside the eight best third-placed teams. The team completed their Group G campaign unbeaten but faced off-field challenges, including visa and travel restrictions.
Voters in New Caledonia went to the polls on Sunday for the first provincial elections since 2019, with about 192,000 eligible to elect 76 councillors. The vote, delayed from 2024 due to unrest, will shape negotiations with France, with independence as the defining issue. Turnout stood at 54.42% an hour before polls closed.
Australia's government has announced legislation to double fines for social media companies failing to keep under-16s off their platforms, raising the maximum penalty to $99 million. The eSafety Commissioner will gain new powers to compel evidence, as research suggests many children still bypass the ban.
Cape Verde, with a population of about 500,000, became the smallest country to reach the World Cup knockout stage after three draws in the group phase. The debutants will face Argentina in Miami on July 3, with fans and diaspora celebrating the achievement.
Cape Verde drew 0-0 with Saudi Arabia to qualify for the World Cup knockout stage, becoming the smallest country ever to do so. They will face defending champions Argentina in Miami on July 3.
Portugal meet Uzbekistan in a critical 2026 World Cup Group K match, needing a win to revive their knockout hopes after a disappointing draw with DR Congo. Meanwhile, Colombia and Portugal are set for a top-of-the-group showdown in Miami, with both teams already assured of a place in the round of 32.
FIFA has permitted rainbow flags at the World Cup match between Iran and Egypt in Seattle, dismissing objections from both countries' football federations. The 'Pride Match' ended in a 1-1 draw, with protests outside the stadium and mixed reactions from fans and officials.
Belgium topped Group G on goal differential, while Egypt finished second after a 1-1 draw with Iran, whose late goal was disallowed. Iran now wait to see if they advance as one of the best third-placed teams.
South Korea have been eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after finishing 10th among the 12 third-place teams. Despite a strong start, a loss to South Africa left them at the mercy of other results. Senegal claimed the final knockout spot on goal difference.
Australia secured their place in the World Cup's round of 32 with a 0-0 draw against Paraguay, a result that delighted coach Tony Popovic. The match saw Popovic make six changes to the starting lineup, showcasing the squad's depth, but also highlighted a persistent lack of goals that could be a concern in the knockout phase.
South Korea fell 1-0 to South Africa in their final Group A match, leaving their knockout round fate uncertain. Son Heung-min was benched as the team showed little urgency, while Mexico's win over Czechia ensured their own advancement.
South Korea's 2026 FIFA World Cup ended in group-stage elimination after a 1-0 loss to South Africa, finishing third in Group A with three points and failing to crack the top eight among third-place teams. Bosnia and Herzegovina secured a spot, while Croatia's win over Ghana further narrowed South Korea's path.
A peer-reviewed study from Australia suggests that the country's social media ban for under-16s has had minimal effect on teens' scrolling habits, with many circumventing restrictions. Despite this, the ban has inspired similar measures globally, including in Indonesia, Malaysia, and the UK.
Leah Stewart, attacked by a shark at Coogee Beach, has woken from a 10-day induced coma and told her family 'I love you.' Her brother reports she is no longer critical and remembers the attack, while Australian beaches face repeated closures due to shark sightings.
Keir Starmer’s resignation marks the UK’s seventh prime minister in a decade, prompting European media to question the country’s political stability. Analysts point to Brexit’s lasting impact, Labour’s local election defeat, and structural challenges like weak economic growth and infrastructure delays.
Australia advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 after a 0-0 draw with Paraguay, finishing second in Group D. The US had already secured top spot despite a 3-2 loss to Turkey. Paraguay remains in contention as one of the best third-placed teams.