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No need to panic for England - but this was a reality check
England's drab goalless draw with Ghana is no cause to panic - but it does serve as a reality check, writes Phil McNulty.

Watch: Football fans celebrate in Ghana after draw with England
Ghana correspondent Thomas Naadi reports from Black Star Square in Accra.

Hundreds of schools plan closures ahead of red heat alerts
The temperature topped 34.6 C in Wisley, England, while Scotland and Northern Ireland saw their hottest days of the year.

The UK's summers are getting hotter - but how prepared are we?
Based on current trends parts of the UK are set to see 40C summers regularly within a couple of decades.

Starmer holds talks with Burnham as he seeks 'orderly' transition
The outgoing PM is offering "access talks" with the civil service to Labour leadership candidates.

Ten years on, Brexit's economic impact is becoming clearer
A decade ago, many economists argued the UK would sustain longer-term economic damage by leaving the EU. So what did happen?

Congress passes war powers measure for first time, rebuking Trump's war with Iran
The resolution is largely symbolic, but it adds to pressure on the White House to end the conflict once and for all.

Want to feel happier at work? Take a five-minute walk
Sitting for prolonged periods is associated with health complications – but you can counteract the risks of a sedentary life.

Teen boy arrested on suspicion of murder after 14-year-old girl reported missing
A body is found in the search for Lilly, 14, who was reported missing on Saturday.

Largest maternity review in NHS history to be published
The review of Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust is expected to detail how failings led to deaths and avoidable harm.

Eight sentenced to 450 years in prison over anti-ICE riot where officer was shot
An officer was shot in the neck during the Texas disorder by "Antifa Cell operatives", prosecutors said.

Heat pump growth stalls as government support cut, warns climate watchdog
The growth in sales has slowed significantly after a critical government grant programme was cut.

Silly tackle, bad reaction - Tuchel defends Bellingham after Queiroz row
England manager Thomas Tuchel defends Jude Bellingham after the midfielder is involved in a heated row with Ghana boss Carlos Queiroz.

England held to goalless draw by Ghana
England fail to repeat their performance that overpowered Croatia in their first World Cup game as they are held to a draw by a resolute Ghana at Boston Stadium.

Should Ghana have been awarded a penalty against England?
England fans have been left frustrated by the goalless draw against Ghana, but were Thomas Tuchel's side fortunate not to have given away a penalty?

Spence appears not to shake hands with Partey
Footage circulating on social media appears to show England's Djed Spence not shaking hands with Ghana's Thomas Partey before their World Cup group match in Boston.

From cool-down spots to chalk on windows - how Europe is coping with the heat
People across the continent are taking measures to cope with the searing temperatures gripping Europe.

Drowning deaths soar in France as Europe buckles in peak of heatwave
Forty people have drowned in heatwave-related deaths in France since last Thursday, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu says.

What are the signs of heatstroke in dogs?
How to make sure your pets are cool and comfortable during periods of hot weather.

Weather for the week ahead
Will the extreme heat forecast for some parts of the UK last into next week? Chris Fawkes has the details.

Temperatures hit record levels in western Europe
France, Spain and Italy, have been hardest hit by the heatwave so far.

The economic challenges facing the next prime minister
Though the person in charge of the country will change, the fiscal issues remain the same.

Stanford was their golden ticket - could AI help or hinder that?
The BBC spoke with Stanford University graduates about what they really think about artificial intelligence.

The Papers: 'Heat engulfs UK' and 'Ghana be alright'
UK braces for record June heatwave and England's 0-0 draw against Ghana leads Wednesday's papers.

How Washington DC's Reflecting Pool became a global talking point
President Trump says the pool is probably going to be drained again, two weeks after a multi-million dollar renovation was completed.

New pictures show dozens of items bought illegally by Peter Murrell
The images include a range of luxury bags, watches and pens, as well as fresh pictures of a £124,550 motorhome.

Stone circle murder inquiry as man's body found
The Nine Ladies, near Darley Dale, is 4,000 years old and a focal point at the summer solstice.

Sydney woman wakes from induced coma more than a week after shark attack
Leah Stewart, 34, had one of her arms amputated after she was bitten while swimming at Coogee Beach.

Stop pretending EU's new border system is working, says airports chief
The head of Europe's airports lobby says concerns over EES are keeping him awake at night and he doesn't know how airports will cope over the summer.

Germany rail network briefly halted nationwide due to IT malfunction
Rail company Deutsche Bahn had to pause train services across the country for more than two-and-a-half hours.

Tech stocks tumble on concerns over AI spending
A sudden wave of selling in major tech shares triggers doubt over the sustainability of the AI boom.

PM to push ahead with controversial defence plan despite resignation
The government says it is still planning to publish the spending proposals before a Nato Summit on 7 July.

Prince William arrives by electric bus for climate event
At London Climate Week, Prince William said "history will ask what we did" with evidence on what works to protect the environment.

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Will Anyone Challenge Burnham For PM?
And, what is Burnham’s economic plan for the country?

The Climate Question: Is climate change ruining our sleep?
How the rise in night-time temperatures is starting to disrupt our sleep and health

No need to panic for England - but this was a reality check
England's drab goalless draw with Ghana is no cause to panic - but it does serve as a reality check, writes Phil McNulty.

Silly tackle, bad reaction - Tuchel defends Bellingham after Queiroz row
England manager Thomas Tuchel defends Jude Bellingham after the midfielder is involved in a heated row with Ghana boss Carlos Queiroz.

Should Ghana have been awarded a penalty against England?
England fans have been left frustrated by the goalless draw against Ghana, but were Thomas Tuchel's side fortunate not to have given away a penalty?

'I'm back' - record-breaking Ronaldo answers critics
Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo provides the perfect response to those that doubted him as he becomes the first player to score at six World Cups.

Spence appears not to shake hands with Partey
Footage circulating on social media appears to show England's Djed Spence not shaking hands with Ghana's Thomas Partey before their World Cup group match in Boston.

Al Jazeera

Syrians reject Trump’s call for Syria to combat Hezbollah in Lebanon
Residents in Damascus rejected US President Donald Trump's suggestion that Syria should confront Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Budimir gives Croatia a 1-0 win to eliminate Panama from the World Cup
Croatia are third in Group L, with England and Ghana on four points each, heading into the final round of matches.

US Senate votes to pause Iran war in rare rebuke to Trump
US Senate votes to pause Iran war in rare rebuke to Trump

England’s Spence appears to refuse handshake with booed Ghana player Partey
Social media footage shows Djed Spence appearing to decline a handshake with Partey during pre-match introductions.

Iran war live: Trump, Tehran at odds over nuclear inspections, Hormuz
US and Iran offer conflicting statements as negotiators push towards reaching a final, comprehensive deal.

UN begins evacuation of 11,000 sailors stranded in Strait of Hormuz
The UN's maritime agency launched an operation to evacuate more than 11,000 sailors stranded in the Strait of Hormuz.

Ronaldo late to World Cup party but still able to steal the show
Portugal coach Martinez says Ronaldo’s rivalry with the likes of Messi drives both players to stay at their best.

Protesters sentenced to decades in US prison over alleged antifa ties
Civil liberties advocates have expressed alarm over the case involving a protest outside Prairieland Detention Center.

US Supreme Court says Rastafarian man shaved by prison guards can’t sue
The high court has upheld ruling that prisoners cannot sue prison staff for money damages under religious liberties law.

Israel’s deliberate targeting of Palestinian children
New UN report documents the toll of Israel's war on Gaza and its occupation of the West Bank on Palestinian children.

England held by Ghana at World Cup as pair close on last-32 passage
England and Ghana share a 0-0 draw in Group L, despite a late barrage by the English.

Donald Trump to attend World Cup final, present trophy: Infantino
FIFA president Gianni Infantino will be 'enjoying the final' with Trump and present the trophy together on July 19.

UN: Israel committed genocide by targeting Gaza children
Israel deliberately targeted Palestinian children in Gaza, resulting in genocide.

Paraguay’s Almiron suspended for one game after red card for covering mouth
FIFA also stripped journalist Jorge Chipi Vera of World Cup credentials after he criticised Almiron's red card on air.

Trump allies reassure Israelis amid tensions on US-Iran deal
Trump allies reassure Israelis amid tensions on US-Iran deal

Massive fire rips through Indonesia sandal factory
A massive fire destroyed a sandal factory in Tangerang, Indonesia, after it spread to a gas storage area.

UN starts evacuating 11,000 stranded sailors from Strait of Hormuz
Following the start of the US-Israel war on Iran on February 28, Tehran had effectively closed off the vital waterway.

Alibaba sues US military over labelling it a ‘Chinese military company’
E-commerce giant says that claims of affiliation with Chinese military have 'no basis in fact or law'.

Trump disputes Iran’s rejection of nuclear inspectors
President Trump pushed back on Iran’s foreign ministry claim that there are no plans to allow IAEA nuclear inspectors.

India prepares contingency plans due to weak monsoon season
Monsoon rains so far have been 43 percent below average, which is expected to impact India's crops.

Rubio begins Gulf visit in the UAE to advance US-Iran peace deal
Arriving in the UAE at the start of a Gulf tour, Rubio is seeking to advance the US-Iran deal with regional partners.

Sanchez warns he ‘will not recognise’ Fujimori victory in Peru election
The left-wing candidate has called for voting results from 119 consular offices to be nullified over a procedure change.

Iran’s president arrives in Pakistan for peace talks
Iran’s president arrives in Pakistan for peace talks

US Senate votes to pass Iran war powers resolution in blow to Trump
The resolution is the first to pass both the Senate and the House, though it is likely to face a presidential veto.

US says Iran can stay for two days before Egypt World Cup game
Iran's team will still need to leave the US shortly after their third group-stage match against Egypt on Friday.

Global Times

China to introduce new train timetable from July 1, including high-speed train service between Beijing and Urumqi

Chinese expert criticizes Filipino FM's claim that Japan-Philippines delimitation 'nothing to do' with China, warns move serves ulterior purposes beyond bilateral talks

Tokyo Trial debunks notorious Yasukuni Shrine's inverted narrative

DC gala shooting suspect voices grievances against US administration in writings to family: media reports

Local Insights: At the 13th Baku Global Forum, global participants look to China for new path of multilateralism and stability

Over 3,000 protests staged across US on one month of strikes against Iran, scale 'suggests mounting public dissatisfaction that risks more chaos': expert

China schedules next moonshot this year: developer

Nearly 4.9 million visits from Taiwan to mainland in 2025 with one-third made by young people: CPPCC member

NPC deputy calls to make comprehensive sex education a formal part of China's basic education curriculum

Renowned scholar and political advisor expresses confidence in China's AI development, computing power

China's 2026 defense budget set at 1.94 trillion yuan: spokesperson

NPC deputy suggests optimizing vacations, breaks to stimulate domestic consumption

NPC deputy suggests better informing patients of fertility risks before treatment

Chinese courts step up crackdown on cyber crimes

China's astronaut center addresses challenges of long-term human survival on exoplanets: political advisor and China's first female taikonaut to enter space station

From Pegasus to Blades of the Guardians, film IPs fuel Xinjiang's tourism boom, NPC deputy tells GT

CPC Central Committee, State Council congratulate Chinese Winter Olympics delegation

Chinese, Iranian diplomats meet before US-Iran nuclear talk; move reflects Teheran's willingness to seek intl support: Chinese expert

China stresses Taiwan at 'core of core interests' after Xi-Trump call; Room for 'relying on US for independence' illusion will only shrink further: expert

Uruguayan president visits Great Wall, Palace Museum on 2nd day of China trip; Chinese expert says growing interest in CPC history shows wish to learn from China

Trump claims India will buy Venezuelan oil, welcomes China's investment; Chinese expert notices remarks 'unilateral,' no confirmation from Indian side

Takaichi skipping of TV debate due to 'hand injury' sparks dissatisfaction from Japanese politicians, netizens, saying Takaichi avoids key questions including Unification Church scandal

Chinese FM holds strategic dialogue with Russia's Shoigu; Wang warns the world 'faces risk of regressing to law of jungle'

No case of Nipah virus disease detected in China so far: China's disease control authorities

China's first Type 054B frigate reaches operational capability, official media reveals amid warship's first commissioning anniversary

PLA Navy's Type 055 large destroyer boosts anti-submarine capabilities with confrontational exercise in South China Sea

S. Korea's ex-president Yoon sentenced to 5 years in prison over obstruction of justice

Shenzhou-20 taikonauts make 1st public appearance after safe return following debris incident, recounts details

The Irish Taoiseach's visit to China in 14 years could be a 'touchstone' for China-EU relations: expert

ROK president arrives in Beijing with 200 business delegates, hails full restoration of bilateral ties 'the greatest achievement'

Witnesses of Struggle: GT visits Hump Route crash site in Xizang, retracing enduring memory of wartime sacrifice and friendship

China imposes countermeasures against 20 US companies, 10 senior executives in response to US arms sales to Taiwan

Russia-China ties crucial for global stability: Putin at annual conference

Chinese FM strongly condemns $11b US arms sales to Taiwan; DPP authorities 'thanking' Washington slammed by island netizens

Chinese Embassy in UK urges London to recognize reality, adopt correct mindset following Starmer's China-related remarks

No 'slave's peace'

HK to set up judge-led independent commission to investigate deadly fire; Chief Executive vows accountability to be pursued to very end

China, Russia conduct strategic alignment on issues related to Japan

2025 Understanding China Conference opens in Guangzhou, spotlighting 15th Five-Year Plan and China's global initiatives

Practitioner's Insights: Large-scale Chinese-built wind power projects in S.Africa turn stable, abundant electricity supply for locals from luxury into reality

Never alone in times of crisis: HK and mainland stand in solidarity to aid rescue and relief in high-rise fire

Civic groups in Taiwan protest Lai's arms push, oppose being dragged toward battlefield

Kuliang bond forges 'hometown affection' across the Pacific

Chinese premier arrives in Johannesburg for 1st G20 summit in Africa

Chinese scientists document first evidence of tool use in giant pandas

GT investigates: From political opportunist to militarist advocate: An expose of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's radical path

GT investigates: How Japan's PM revives bellicism mindset, perpetuates 'victim narrative' pushed by right-wing forces since WWI

Multiple regions roll out autumn breaks for primary, secondary schools, stimulating local tourism

GT on the spot: UN officials praise bird conservation efforts at Poyang Lake in Jiangxi

China's cosmic ray observatory uncovers mystery of cosmic 'knee'