Afghanistan qualify for first World Cup semi-final
Afghanistan qualify for the semi-finals of a World Cup for the first time in their history after beating Bangladesh in a low-scoring classic in St Vincent. Read More
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Are renters a new electoral coalition?
Margaret Thatcher had Essex Man and New Labour boasted Mondeo Man. Now it’s the turn of Renter Ruth. Read More
Criminal charges recommended against Boeing
The US Department of Justice has until 7 July to make a final decision on whether to prosecute the firm. Read More
LGBT troops on Ukraine’s front line fight homophobia at home
Gay marriage is illegal in Ukraine. Activists hope the LGBT troops at the front can change minds. Read More
King, Queen and Prince William greet Japanese Emperor
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan are beginning a three-day state visit to the UK. Read More
Assange arrives on US island for court hearing to confirm freedom
The Wikileaks founder has arrived on the Northern Mariana Islands, where he will plead guilty to one charge. Read More
US couple ‘walked for hours’ before dying in Hajj heat
The two pilgrims’ daughter says a tour agency they used had failed to provide basic necessities. Read More
Age anxiety hangs over first Biden-Trump debate
On Thursday, the current president, 81, and his Republican predecessor, 78, will face off in Georgia. Read More
Bangladesh’s deadliest executioner dies
The 74-year-old hanged several high-profile figures during his time in prison for murder. Read More
Booking.com warns of up to 900% increase in travel scams
The online travel firm says generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, are driving the explosive rise. Read More