Five football players who rose to social media stardom at the World Cup
On-pitch heroics and loveable personalities have skyrocketed the social media following of some footballers.
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Iranian official says the policy of negotiating during war is over
Mohsen Rezaee has warned that if the US continues bombing Iran, Tehran will escalate its response into full-scale war.
Israeli army destroys three schools in southern Lebanon, minister says
At least 20 schools have now been completely destroyed in southern Lebanon, with 100 more damaged.
Brad Pitt’s children are dropping their dad’s surname – here’s why I did the same
Hannah had used her mother’s maiden name on her social media for years before she legally made the change.
He made history in Congress – then the Supreme Court changed its mind
Residents say they’re afraid that if Shomari Figures loses his seat, their federal-funding could disappear with him.
US strikes hit Iran for seventh consecutive night
The US command says it is conducting more strikes to degrade Iran’s armed forces, as Iran reports explosions near the Strait of Hormuz.
What this desert city can teach the world about tackling heat deaths
Maricopa County in Arizona has some of the hottest temperatures, but it has reduced the number of heat-related deaths.
EU urges Israel to halt settlement expansion as settlers attack children
Pressure is growing within the EU to sanction Israel for its illegal settlements and violence against Palestinians.
Trump threatens Canada with steeper tariff costs over wildfire smoke
US president has frequently pushed false claims blaming the mismanagement of rival politicians for large wildfires.
Iraq signs deals with Western oil firms, including to revive Syria pipeline
Deal with Chevron aims to rebuild a crude oil pipeline that runs from Iraq’s oil-rich Kirkuk to Syria’s Baniyas.
Trump threatens new Canada tariffs over fires sending ‘filthy’ air into US cities
Canadian leader Mark Carney says both the US and Canada have an equal responsibility to fight climate change, which experts say are worsening wildfire conditions.
Paul Pelosi charged with misdemeanor hit-and-run after hitting parked car in California
Pelosi, who’s married to Democratic Rep. Nancy Pelosi, previously pleaded guilty to driving under the influence in a 2022 car crash.
Kim Jong Un was meant to be their only idol – then North Koreans discovered K-pop
Defectors tell the BBC that despite restrictions, K-pop has cut through in the stifling dictatorship.
Maps: Wildfire smoke forecast for the Midwest and northern U.S.
As heat waves and wildfire smoke sweep the country, see where it could be affecting you on the map and what you can do to