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One month in, disapproval high but US lawmakers take no action on Iran war

Republicans and Democrats remain entrenched despite public polling showing dismay over war, petrol prices.

One month in, disapproval high but US lawmakers take no action on Iran war

Republicans and Democrats remain entrenched despite public polling showing dismay over war, petrol prices.

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Morocco believe their successful appeal against their 1-0 defeat by Senegal means the case of the AFCON crown is closed.

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Kimi Antonelli and George Russell claim a Mercedes 1-2 at Suzuka but Max Verstappen’s Red Bull struggles continue.

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Iran bans sports teams from travelling to ‘hostile’ countries amid war
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Senegal parade AFCON trophy, despite title being awarded to Morocco

Senegal parade AFCON trophy at Stade de France ahead of friendly against Peru, despite being stripped of the title.

Oyarzabal double seals Spain win against Serbia in World Cup warm-up

Spain enjoy a comfortable night as Mikel Oyarzabal scores twice in 3-0 win against Serbia in warm-up for World Cup 2026.

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Uruguay hold England at Wembley, Germany defeat Switzerland, and Netherlands beat Norway in pre-World Cup friendlies.

Philippine transport strikers say Marcos Jr failing to control oil prices

Transport workers call on Philippines President Marcos Jr to focus on price caps and reining in oil companies.

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US diplomat Marco Rubio denounces settler violence, tolls in Hormuz strait

Rubio reiterated President Donald Trump’s call for other countries to participate in securing the Strait of Hormuz.

Senegal appeal to CAS against handing over of AFCON title to Morocco

Senegal hope to overturn CAF’s decision to crown Morocco champions after a walkout by Senegalese players in the final.

Azmoun out as Iran’s footballers train in Turkiye under tight media control

Iran will play two friendly matches in Turkiye as they prepare for the FIFA World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico.

Tiger Woods charged with DUI after rollover crash in Florida

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Israel launches strikes on nuclear sites as Iran warns of retaliation

Uranium facility, steel plants and heavy water complex among targets hit as IRGC warns of escalation.

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FBI director Kash Patel’s emails, photos hacked by Iran-linked group

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Lebanon faces ‘humanitarian catastrophe’ under Israeli assault: UN

Displaced Lebanese families ‘living in constant fear’ under Israeli bombardment, warns UN Refugee Agency official.

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