‘You are Canadian heroes’ – the forgotten hosts making World Cup history
Canada are making history at this World Cup with a run that is likely to change the face of football in the country forever. Read More
Europe’s heatwave linked to 1,300 deaths, WHO says, as Germany hits record 41.7C
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned that Europe is not prepared for high temperatures. Read More
Eleven killed after plane carrying skydivers crashes in eastern France
The pilot and 10 passengers died in the incident, local officials said. Read More
Two boys rescued from Venezuela earthquake rubble after days of being trapped
Rescuers spent six hours carefully digging to reach one of the boys, as many residents continue searching through the rubble by hand, still waiting for heavy machinery to arrive. Read More
US and Iran exchange strikes and accuse each other of violating ceasefire
Iran says it has launched retaliatory attacks at US infrastructure in Kuwait and Bahrain after the US said it hit multiple targets across Iran. Read More
Why Kim Jong Un never talks about his mother – or her controversial bloodline
Very few North Koreans know about her, as her origin could threaten the regime’s legitimacy. Read More
Israel strikes southern Lebanon as Hezbollah condemns new deal
Strikes have killed at least one person, state media say a day after Lebanon and Israel signed a framework agreement. Read More
‘Every person saved is a miracle’: Families call to trapped loved ones in region devastated by Venezuela quakes
Families keep vigil at buildings where they fear their loved ones are trapped, but face an impossible task to move heavy debris. Read More
Heatwave breaks more records in northern and central Europe
Germany, Denmark and the Czech republic are among the countries recording new all-time high temperatures. Read More
Trump’s face is added to select US passports for America’s 250th birthday
The commemorative special edition passports will be available on 6 July, and can only be applied for in person Read More