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US marks 250th birthday with fireworks, flyovers and extreme weather
US President Donald Trump's speech included some of his political agenda but also honoured war veterans and American history.

Tuchel praises respectful Mexico fans amid increased security
Thomas Tuchel dismisses concerns over England's treatment in Mexico, saying it has been "nicer than I expected" and that home fans are "friendly and respectful".

Farage denies rules broken after reports benefits from ally were not declared
The Sunday Times says the Reform UK leader failed to register the support supplied by a man who had been convicted of fraud in the US.

Watch: Lyse Doucet in Tehran as huge funeral for Iran's former supreme leader takes place
Authorities expect up to 20 million people to attend ceremonies across Iran and Iraq over the coming days.

How Iran's new regime is very different to what came before
Khamenei's funeral is another reminder of the change Iran has seen, but what does its new leadership want?

Prince Harry and Meghan: Will they or won't they, and will we care?
There will be much attention on whether the Duke of Sussex can build bridges with his family.

What Sky buying ITV could mean for your favourite shows
An announcement is expected imminently on Sky buying ITV's TV and streaming channels.

How Manchester became an 'influencer heaven'
Influencers are showing the world why they think Manchester is a great place it is to live.

Moment of destiny for France's Le Pen in verdict to decide her future in presidential race
Far-right leader Marine Le Pen is appealing against a verdict which found her guilty of misusing EU funds.

Cowboys, fighter jets and US Border Patrol - inside Trump's big recruitment drive
Space Force and Customs and Border Patrol are using a rodeo as a way to drive up recruitment numbers.

A very British love affair - why Wimbledon regulars keep coming back
Devoted fans of the SW19 Championships tell stories of camping in the queue and lifelong friendships.

England enter the Azteca - where football kings are crowned
BBC sport explores the history and cultural power of the Azteca, one of the great cathedrals of world football, as England prepare to face Mexico there in the last 16 of the World Cup.

Staying up for the match? How to handle a 1am kick-off
Forget blocks and tackles, this is the tactical plan you need for the football.

Alan Shearer: Why England won't fear Mexico or the Azteca
Former England captain Alan Shearer explains why Thomas Tuchel's team will not be worried about the difficult conditions when they play Mexico at the Azteca Stadium.

France survive Paraguay's 'disgraceful' and 'embarrassing' dark arts
After dismantling all before them at this World Cup, France had to find a new way to win against a Paraguay side whose use of the dark arts angered many of those watching.

Unbeaten in 34 matches - why Morocco are World Cup contenders
As Morocco beat Canada to book their place in the last-8, their World Cup campaign can no longer be seen as a fairytale.

James doubtful for Mexico tie but Quansah fit again
Reece James misses training on the eve of England's World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico but Jarell Quansah is available again.

NHS app to use AI to determine which service best for patients
The update will be available to all users in England by April 2028, the health service says.

Police leadership needs 'ethical reset', Lord Blunkett tells BBC
The former home secretary has co-authored a major report that has found the running of forces in England and Wales needs a "fundamental overhaul".

The Papers: 'Kicking up a storm' and 'Burnham plots homes tax raid'
Logistics surrounding the World Cup match between England and Mexico continue to lead a number of the papers.

Ukraine hits major oil terminal in Russia's St Petersburg
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says the target is key infrastructure "that generates revenue for Russia's war".

New heatwave likely to peak at 34C with week-long health alert issued
Another heatwave is on its way and set to last significantly longer as Stav Danaos explains.

Supporting Pride London 'more important than ever'
Hundreds of charities, community groups and companies took part in Saturday's parade.

Dior dress and a man of honour: What we know about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding
The couple tied the knot in New York on Friday, after months of speculation about when, where and how it would happen.

Life-size Lego bench built in memory of boy
The bench is made in memory of Matthew Girard who died in 2020 from cancer.

Man, 91, completes skydive for community group
Alan Still completed the skydive for Rowleys Centre for the Community in Cranleigh.

The school podcast that beat the professionals to a top award
The Reading Cafe features pupils from Holy Cross High School in Hamilton quizzing authors, musicians and other cultural figures about books.

Artist happily reunited with lost tea towel art
Holly Searle had posted her work and was distraught when it was not delivered to its destination.

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The Story Of Andy Burnham's Return To Westminster - Live At Crossed Wires Festival
Chris and Faisal look at how he's gone from mayor to likely next PM.

After 250 years, do US citizens still believe in the American Dream?
Historian Heather Cox Richardson on what history tells us about modern America

Zendaya stars in this heated tennis love triangle
A love triangle forms between three tennis players.

England enter the Azteca - where football kings are crowned
BBC sport explores the history and cultural power of the Azteca, one of the great cathedrals of world football, as England prepare to face Mexico there in the last 16 of the World Cup.

France survive Paraguay's 'disgraceful' and 'embarrassing' dark arts
After dismantling all before them at this World Cup, France had to find a new way to win against a Paraguay side whose use of the dark arts angered many of those watching.

Why England won't fear Mexico or the Azteca - Shearer
Former England captain Alan Shearer explains why Thomas Tuchel's team will not be worried about the difficult conditions when they play Mexico at the Azteca Stadium.

Boks unleash big-game brutality on Borthwick's faltering England
Defeat by South Africa can, and does, happen to any team in world rugby, but England need to stop their losing streak soon.

Hodgkinson beaten into second by Odira in Eugene
Olympic 800m champion Keely Hodgkinson was beaten for the second consecutive Diamond League race as she finished behind Lilian Odira in Eugene.

Mexico return luxury watches gifted by YouTuber
World Cup co-hosts Mexico - who play England on Sunday night - return luxury watches gifted to them by a content creator because Fifa rules prohibit expensive gifts.

Al Jazeera

China releases underground church pastor after months in detention
Ezra Jin’s family says the Zion Church founder arrived in the US after months in detention in China.

Watch World Cup Day 24: France and Morocco advance to quarterfinals
Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.

Palestinians in Gaza celebrate Morocco’s World Cup victory
Palestinians in Gaza celebrate Morocco's World Cup victory

Iran’s China envoy vows ‘special’ Hormuz treatment for ‘friendly’ countries
Despite US objections, ambassador insists new fees to be charged to vessels transiting Strait of Hormuz.

Trump offers to help end Russia-Ukraine war in Putin call, Kremlin says
Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov says Trump made the offer during a nearly 90-minute phone call with the Russian president.

Egypt and Morocco fans celebrate World Cup wins by singing for Palestine
Egypt and Morocco fans celebrated their World Cup success by singing ‘My Blood is Palestinian’ at a Dallas fan zone.

Brazil vs Norway: FIFA World Cup last 16 – Vinicius, Haaland and prediction
Norway are one of only three countries Brazil have faced at a World Cup without registering at least one victory.

Native Americans Resisting ICE
A Native American lawyer confronts ICE as he channels generational resistance into a fight for justice in the US.

Trump lauds Americans in storm-delayed 250th anniversary speech
President Trump has praised Americans as ‘a historic and heroic people’, in a speech on the nation's 250th anniversary.

A name, a document, a future: Cameroon’s fight to register every child
Efforts to expand birth registration in Cameroon are gaining ground, but millions of children remain undocumented.

Fireworks light up New York City to mark 250 years of US independence
Fireworks lit up the New York City skyline as America marked its 250th anniversary.

Severe weather disrupts US’s 250th celebrations
President Trump describes milestone as 'one of the most joyous and glorious' in US's history in campaign style speech.

This immigrant served in the US military. Now he faces deportation
Benito Miranda Hernandez completed three tours during the Iraq war but now faces removal from the US to Mexico.

White nationalists march on Washington DC ahead of Freedom 250 celebrations
Hundreds of masked white nationalists marched on Washington DC ahead of Freedom 250.

Iran war live: Millions mourn Khamenei; Trump hints at Netanyahu meeting
Late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and members of his family were killed in a US-Israeli air strike on February 28.

White nationalists march in Washington, DC, area during July 4 festivities
Donald Trump has faced condemnation for failing to forcefully reject white nationalists during his presidency.

Ticket prices plunge for USA-Belgium World Cup last-16 match
The price for the final 2026 World ⁠Cup match in Seattle hit nearly $4,000 but dipped as low as $1,549 ⁠on Tuesday.

Mbappe draws level with Messi as France beat Paraguay to set up Morocco tie
Kylian Mbappe moves level with Lionel Messi on seven goals at World Cup 2026 as France beat Paraguay 1-0 in last 16.

US influence challenged by changing global order: Paolo von Schirach
US influence challenged by changing global order: Paolo von Schirach

Masses of Iranians defy heatwave on second day of Khamenei’s funeral
Iran has marked the second day of funeral processions for its late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

Lebanon’s Aoun calls on US to keep ‘always standing beside’ his country
In a congratulatory message on US Independence Day, Aoun says he hopes Lebanon can 'open a new page of hope'.

Ounahi fires Morocco into World Cup quarterfinals with 3-0 win over Canada
Azzedine Ounahi scored two of three second-half goals as Morocco ended cohosts run to reach last eight.

A politically charged holiday: The US celebrates its 250th anniversary
The semiquincentennial has been meet with controversy, as President Trump seeks to exert influence over the celebration.

America’s Indigenous Legacy
The Potomac isn't just the name of a river, it's part of a much older story. Al Jazeera's Emma Withrow explains.

Has the US reckoned with its own history?
Marc Lamont Hill speaks to scholar Kimberle Crenshaw on whether the US is sliding backwards on civil rights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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'