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Watergate would be 12-hour news story today: Vance compares Trump to Nixon

Vance described his admiration for Nixon during a conversation at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library in Yorba Linda, California

FIFA World Cup 2026: Ecuador through to Ro32, beat heavyweights Germany 2-1

Gonzalo Plata poked the ball past Manuel Neuer in the 77th minute, and Ecuador advanced to the knockout stage of the World Cup by rallying for a 2-1 win over Germany on Thursday.

Trump-endorsed de la Espriella wins Colombia's presidential runoff election

The businessman and first-time candidate defeated progressive rival Ivan Cepeda, signalling voter dissatisfaction with outgoing President Gustavo Petro's administration

White House seeks $87.6 bn for Iran war, farmers' aid and Ebola response

The supplemental spending request includes $67 billion for defence needs linked to the Iran conflict alongside funding for farmers, Ebola response efforts and domestic projects

Bangladesh calls India's explanation over airport incident 'unsatisfactory'

Dhaka calls India's explanation over airport incident involving PM adviser Zahed Ur Rahman 'unsatisfactory', saying he was cleared through diplomatic channels to lead Bangladesh's IORA delegation

Alibaba sues Pentagon in bid to remove 'Chinese military company' label

The Chinese technology company argues that its designation as a military-linked entity lacks a factual or legal basis and was made without a fair process

Neymar makes 1st appearance as second-half sub for Brazil vs Scotland

Neymar has finally played in this World Cup coming on for Brazil in the last 15 minutes.

FIFA World Cup: Rahimi, Yassine help Morocco rally to beat Haiti 4-2

Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine came off the bench to help Morocco rally for a 4-2 victory over Haiti on Wednesday and erase the Caribbean nation's hopes of a first ever point at the World Cup.

Federal judge blocks Trump bid to require proof of citizenship for voting

A federal judge permanently blocked key provisions of Trump's election order, including a requirement for documentary proof of citizenship to vote

Ronaldinho 'ready for action' after signing with Serie C side Ravenna at 46

Brazil great Ronaldinho has signed with Italian Serie C club Ravenna at age 46, more than a decade after retiring.

Nuclear site inspections possible only after final US-Iran deal: Iran

Iran says IAEA inspections of its nuclear sites will only be considered after a final agreement is reached with the US

IAEA chief signals that inspectors will visit Iran's nuclear sites

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) head Rafael Mariano Grossi made the comments in Tokyo

Fifa mulls keeping hydration breaks for future World Cups: Infantino

Fifa president Gianni Infantino defended the decision to introduce breaks - which come midway through each half - at this World Cup and said Tuesday they may be providing more entertainment for fans

Fifa WC 2026: Paraguay's Miguel Almiron handed one-game ban after red card

Almiron made history when he was issued a red card for covering his mouth during a confrontation with Turkey's Mert Mulder late in the first half of Paraguay's 1-0 win last Friday.

Fifa World Cup 2026: Croatia stay alive, eliminate Panama With 1-0 win

Croatia remains in contention for the knockout round ahead of its third and final group-stage match against Ghana on Saturday

England, Ghana play out goalless draw after late World Cup drama

England dominated possession but came up empty on several late scoring opportunities in a 0-0 draw with Ghana on Tuesday at the World Cup.

US Senate approves war powers resolution in rebuke to Trump over Iran war

The vote also comes as the Pentagon is seeking $80 billion from Congress mostly for the Iran war as it backfills munitions and stockpiles

Trump admin touts Iran deal as payday for US farmers, Tehran denies it

Trump's deal has come under fire for failing to address the reasons the president cited for going to war with Iran on February 28

Iran's 'respect' key to sustaining peace, resolving war, says Trump

The lead negotiator of the Iranian delegation, Iran's parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Ghalibaf, insisted on Monday that the Strait of Hormuz will be managed by Iran, but following international laws

Haaland brace helps Norway beat Senegal 3-2, reach World Cup Round of 32

Haaland has 24 goals in his last 12 international games scoring at least once in every match and 59 goals in 52 international appearances.