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Starmer vows to fight as Burnham's win fuels Labour leadership showdown

Andy Burnham's decisive Makerfield win has intensified pressure on Keir Starmer and reshaped the battle for Labour's future

Asian shares fall in thin holiday trading after tech rally on Wall Street

Investor sentiment weakened after planned US-Iran talks were postponed, raising fresh questions about the pace of progress towards a lasting agreement and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz

Israeli military strikes southern Lebanon, killing at least 16 people

Israel's occupation of southern Lebanon and its continued attacks on the Iranian-backed Shiite militia Hezbollah has been a key issue in the US-Iran talks

Fifa deletes more abusive posts during 2026 World Cup than Qatar 2022

FIFA says it has deleted more than 30 million abusive posts and comments since its social media protection service was created before the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Obama Centre opens in Chicago with call to safeguard US democracy

Joined by former US presidents, world leaders, celebrities and athletes, Obama used the opening ceremony to emphasise the importance of civic engagement and democratic values

Burnham wins special UK election, emerging as potential rival to Starmer

The Greater Manchester mayor defeated Reform UK's Rob Kenyon in Makerfield, returning to Westminster and strengthening his standing within the Labour Party

Iran to invite UN watchdog to inspect nuclear sites under new deal: Witkoff

Trump envoy Steve Witkoff told lawmakers that Tehran would invite the UN nuclear watchdog to inspect its facilities and help identify the locations of enriched nuclear material

Ebola cases increase almost 40% in week as death toll passes 200

Africa CDC says the outbreak has infected 894 people, spread to 32 health zones in eastern Congo and left up to 35,000 suspected contacts requiring monitoring

Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei endorses direct talks with US as hostilities end

In his first comments since the US-Iran agreement to end hostilities, Khamenei said future face-to-face negotiations with Washington would not amount to accepting the other side's position

South Africa keeps World Cup hopes alive with 1-1 draw against Czechia

Mokoena, who was caught on camera with tears rolling down his cheeks during the pre-game national anthem, stepped up to the penalty spot and sent his shot low past Czechia goalkeeper to make it 1-1.

FIFA WC: Manzambi scores two as Switzerland beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-1

Ruben Vargas scored in the 84th minute for the Swiss shortly after Tarik Muharemovic was sent off for a dangerous tackle, leaving Bosnia with 10 men.

US pump prices dip below $4 for first time since March after Iran deal

US average gasoline prices fell below $4 a gallon for the first time since March after the Iran agreement eased concerns over global oil supplies

Pentagon chief urges Europe to take lead as he pushes a 'Nato 3.0' reboot

His remarks came a few weeks after the UnAt a meeting of Nato defence ministers, Hegseth called for a reboot of the 32-nation organisation to turn it into a "NATO 3.0" capable of deterring any threat.

UK bypoll could hasten the rise of Andy Burnham and the end for Starmer

Voters in England's Makerfield district are choosing a new lawmaker, with Labour's Andy Burnham widely seen as the frontrunner and a leading contender for the prime minister's post

Taiwan says Chinese pressure on countries over it is 'new normal'

In recent months, Beijing has ramped up a campaign of pressuring other countries to limit the access of Taiwanese officials or delegates to various events

President Lula warns Trump against interfering in Brazil's elections

Lula has frequently defended Brazil's sovereignty since Trump imposed tariffs on the country last year citing a 'witch-hunt trial' against his ally, former President Jair Bolsonaro

US-Iran deal seeks uranium curbs, sanctions relief, Hormuz reopening

The document also has provisions to ensure the territorial integrity of Lebanon after Israel's latest attacks against Hezbollah in Lebanese territory

US-Iran deal takes 'immediate effect' after both sides sign: Pakistan PM

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said leaders of both the US and Iran had signed the agreement and endorsed him as a mediator

South Africa to appeal Zwane's WC ban, citing Messi's foul vs Algeria

South Africa coach Hugo Broos wants to appeal midfielder Themba Zwane's three-match ban for a red card at the World Cup, citing Lionel Messi in his reasoning.

Messi becomes 2nd player to score in 5 World Cups, joins Ronaldo in club

Messi joins Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal as the only players with goals in five World Cups