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• Iran says it hits US-linked targets as Bahrain reports drone attack

  27-06-2026 13:42 via article.wn.com
  Bahrain said Iran’s continued attacks were undermining peace and regional stability. ......
  
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• World Cup: England wins group with shutout of Panama

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
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• World Cup: Croatia beats Ghana as both move to knockout round

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
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• Who England could play next in the World Cup after winning Group L

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  England have beaten Panama 2-0 to seal top spot in Group L after two wins and a draw in their World Cup 2026 campaign so far. Thomas Tuchel’s side were not at their best but managed to find a breakthrough eventually thanks to second-half goals from Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & BREAKING UPDATES – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAY There will surely be some concerns from an England point...
  
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• While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, June 28, 2026

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, June 28, 2026. ......
  
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• Which World Cup teams made round of 32? Bracket, schedule for knockout round

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  History made: 2026 World Cup breaks attendance record With 3,605,357 fans, the tournament surpassed the previous attendance record set during the FIFA World Cup USA 1994. The closing matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage have delivered dramatic moments and unexpected twists, and the knockout phase matches are quickly taking shape. This year’s tournament features an expanded format, with 12 groups competing...
  
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• US military says it struck multiple targets in Iran as ceasefire strained by second day ...

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
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• US carries out fresh strikes against Iran after tanker struck in Hormuz

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  The US military said it struck Iran again, hours after a tanker was hit in the Strait of Hormuz, in the worst escalation since the two sides signed an interim peace deal two weeks ago. Each of the warring sides has accused the other of violating the agreement reached two weeks ago to end the four-month-old conflict. US Central Command said its forces carried out fresh strikes after a Panama-flagged tanker was attacked by an Iranian drone earlier in the day. In Iran, state broadcaster IRIB said l
  
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• The most expensive World Cup in history: England fans face 5,000-mile odyssey as Three Lions ...

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  It was already the most expensive World Cup in history - and now England fans face a wallet-busting 5,000-mile odyssey through North America. ......
  
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• Steve Clarke resigns as Scotland head coach after World Cup elimination

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  Clarke steps down in shock end to successful seven-year Scotland tenure ......
  
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• Serbia Vucic

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic addresses a rally of the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) in Belgrade, Serbia, Saturday, June 27, 2026, where he announced that he will resign in the coming weeks. ......
  
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• Scotland crash out of World Cup as knockout stage hopes ended in Philadelphia

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  Scotland to return home early as World Cup group stage exit confirmed ......
  
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• Portugal vs Colombia World Cup LIVE: Is Ronaldo playing? Lineups, how to watch

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  Colombia and Portugal's showdown in Miami will decide the winner of Group K at this 2026 World Cup, with the South American side needing just a draw in front of what's expected to be a partisan crowd. A win would earn Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal the top spot in the group and a date in the round of 32 against a third-placed team from Group E (Ecuador), Group I (Senegal) or Group L (England, Ghana or Croatia). "We started preparing for the match against Colombia back in March... We've already h
  
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• Parade held in Rome to celebrate 80th anniversary of iconic Italian brand of scooters

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  Vespa enthusiasts parade around the Colosseum during a celebration marking the 80th anniversary of the iconic Italian brand of scooters, in Rome, Italy, on June 27, 2026. (Photo by Alberto Lingria/Xinhua) Vespa enthusiasts parade around the Colosseum during a...
  
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• Nancy Guthrie update: FBI profiler dismisses new ransom note, delivers blunt verdict on video claim

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
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• Middle East tensions flare up: US strikes Iran after second ceasefire violation

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  The United States on Saturday carried out another round of military strikes against Iran after accusing Tehran of violating the ceasefire for a second consecutive day by attacking a commercial oil tanker transiting near the Strait of Hormuz.The latest strikes came just a day after US forces hit Iranian military targets in retaliation for a drone attack on the cargo vessel M/V Ever Lovely. Washington said Iran was given an opportunity to honour the ceasefire agreement but instead launched another
  
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• It’s a ghost town at Trump’s great state fair as Melania tribute raises eyebrows

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  Another day of sparse crowds follows Trump’s claim that 45,000 attended his opening-night speech...
  
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• Israel strikes southern Lebanon as Hezbollah condemns new deal

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  Strikes have killed at least one person, state media say a day after Lebanon and Israel signed a framework agreement.| �Read More��BBC News ......
  
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• How to watch Jordan vs Argentina: Free Streams & TV Channels for FIFA World Cup ...

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  Jordan vs Argentina Kick-Off time: Saturday, June 27 | 10pm ET / 3am BST (Sun) / 12pm AEST (Sun)Watch free on BBC iPlayer (UK) / SBS (AUS) / CazéTV's YouTube (Brazil)Unlock your free streams with Norton VPN (60-day money back guarantee) In what is effectively a dead rubber in terms of qualification, defending champions Argentina take on Jordan in their final group-stage World Cup 2026 match. La Albiceleste have already secured top spot in Group J with two wins, thanks largely to Lionel Me
  
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• How to watch Algeria vs Austria: Free Streams & TV Channels for FIFA World Cup ...

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  Algeria vs Austria Kick-Off time: Saturday, June 27 | 10pm ET / 3am BST (Sun) / 12pm AEST (Sun)Watch free on BBC iPlayer (UK) / SBS (AUS) / CazéTV's YouTube (Brazil)Unlock your free streams with Norton VPN (60-day money back guarantee) Algeria vs Austria is shaping up to be one of the more exciting World Cup 2026 matches – it's a winner-takes-all contest to finish Group J runners-up. Both sides are on three points, but Austria's superior goal difference means a draw is enough for th
  
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• Flash: Air raid sirens sound in Bahrain, residents urged to seek shelter

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
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• FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: DR Congo vs Uzbekistan final Group K match under way

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  DR Congo make three changes as they look to go on the attack ......
  
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• FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Colombia vs Portugal final Group K match under way

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  Portugal would win Group K by beating Colombia; otherwise, Colombia wins the group ......
  
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• FIFA World Cup 2026 | England clinches Group L crown with clean sheet against Panama

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  Harry Kane scored England’s second ​goal and became the nation’s leading World Cup goal-scorer, ⁠surpassing Gary Lineker with his 11th tally ......
  
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• Feared World Cup NYC transit meltdowns have yet to materialize. So far at least.

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  NEW YORK — Despite fears of World Cup gridlock and mass transit meltdowns, traffic is moving faster than usual on NYC streets on match days and mass transit options appear to be delivering fans to and from the games without ......
  
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• Ebola and the World Cup: How worried should Americans really be? | Rogers Victor

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  WHO marks large drop in number of Ebola cases in DRC The World Health Organization marked a large drop in the number of suspected cases of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo outbreak. Ebola is in the headlines again as Central Africa faces an Ebola outbreak whose case numbers have risen faster than any other outbreak of the disease to date. With players and fans from outbreak areas attending packed World Cup games, how worried should the average American be? Few people understand what Ebo
  
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• Delta lawsuit: Utah passengers accuse airline of ignoring turbulence warnings before violent midair incident

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
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• Colombia-Portugal World Cup match draws sky-high ticket prices, some fans make financial sacrifices

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  Colombia and Portugal faced off in one of the most sought-after matches of the 2026 World Cup thus far. With ticket prices soaring, some fans spent thousands to secure tickets to a seat in the first international meetup between the ......
  
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• Ceasefire on the edge: How tanker attacks in two days pulled the US and Iran back to war

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
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• Canada’s World Cup dilemma: Visit LA to cheer team or boycott US

  28-06-2026 02:14 via article.wn.com
  Canadian soccer fans face a patriotic dilemma. ......
  
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