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• World Cup boss set to step down as Portugal statement issued

  17-06-2026 08:17 via article.wn.com
  Copy link Facebook X Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Portugal manager Roberto Martinez is reportedly set to leave his post when his contract expires at the end of World Cup 2026. Martinez is in charge of Portugal at a second major international tournament after leading them to the quarter-finals of the European Championship in Germany...
  
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• Obama Presidential Center grand opening to feature star-studded performances in Chicago: Live updates

  18-06-2026 13:22 via independent.co.uk
  
  The Obama Presidential Center’s grand opening will be livestreamed starting at noon ET
  
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• ‘There were many times I thought it would end’: JD Vance on marriage to Usha

  18-06-2026 13:14 via independent.co.uk
  
  JD Vance has reflected on his “chaotic” relationship with Usha Vance as he revealed whether the pair has ever been to couple’s therapy.
  
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• Trump’s war secretary tears into UK’s lack of defence plan as Dan Jarvis arrives at Nato summit empty-handed

  18-06-2026 13:08 via independent.co.uk
  
  Pete Hegseth has announced there will be a review of US forces in Europe as he says the era of other countries ‘free riding’ on the US is over
  
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• Clouds of black smoke rise over Moscow after Ukrainian drones hit an oil refinery

  18-06-2026 13:04 via independent.co.uk
  
  Ukraine has hit a major Moscow oil refinery for the second time in a week, disrupting flights at the city's airports
  
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• Young women have almost zero risk of cervical cancer death after HPV vaccine - study

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  Children who receive the HPV vaccine at age 12 to 13 have close to zero risk of dying from cervical cancer before the age of 30, a UK study has found. The study, published in The Lancet medical journal, found that between 2020 and 2024, there were no deaths from cervical cancer in women aged 20 to 24 in England for the first...
  
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• World Cup star being heavily scouted by Chelsea as he’s open to transfer

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  Chelsea are reportedly showing an interest in Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall and scouting him heavily at this summer’s World Cup. The 20-year-old will be one to watch if you follow World Cup 2026 news as he could be a key player for the Swedish national team as they make a strong start to the tournament. According to Simon Phillips, Bergvall is now someone being closely monitored by Chelsea as they sense he could be open to...
  
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• World Cup Roundup: Harry Kane Joins Goalscoring Stars; Cristiano Ronaldo Struggles

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  One day after Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland and Lionel Messi all started their World Cups with multi-goal games, Harry Kane got in on the act — but Cristiano Ronaldo couldn't. The England captain scored twice in England's win over Croatia, while Ronaldo couldn't make a real impact in Portugal's draw against DR Congo. Ronaldo's role in the Portuguese team has been a hot topic, and his performance on Wednesday will not dispel any concerns. Here is...
  
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• World Cup predictions: Mexico vs South Korea, Canada vs Qatar and rest of matchday 8

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  Who knows more about soccer? Us ‘experts’, you the subscribers, a child, a dog or an algorithm? Come join us to predict each World Cup game ......
  
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• World Cup odds, best bets for Thursday’s games with Mexico, Canada back in action

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  The second round of group play matches start on Thursday with hosts Canada and Mexico returning to the field. ......
  
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• World Cup Fantasy: Keeping faith in Brazil and backing Balogun, Mbappe and Olise on Matchday 2

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  Abdul Rehman previews Matchday 2 in World Cup Fantasy ......
  
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• World Cup coach rages at Messi incident as three-match ban confirmed

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  Argentina star Lionel Messi finds himself inadvertently in the midst of controversy following a three-match ban dealt out by FIFA at the 2026 World Cup. Messi hit the headlines for the right reasons as he scored a hat-trick in the defending champions’ 3-0 win over Algeria, though it was not a match without...
  
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• Women’s T20 World Cup: Fatima Sana’s heroics light up the night

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  Pakistan captain Fatima Sana produced one of the most...
  
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• Why the Knicks Make Us Feel Good

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  Teamwork isn’t just useful, the Knicks showed. It’s a higher calling. ......
  
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• Who's winning the World Cup: A foreign manager spike, and why Ronaldo's squad number is ...

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  The Athletic's daily look at the lesser-spotted storylines at the 2026 World Cup ......
  
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• What to Know Before Buying SpaceX Stock, According to Financial Advisers

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  SpaceX has rapidly become one of the world’s most valuable companies. Even so, experts say investing in single stocks can be risky. ......
  
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• UAE sets minimum social media age at 15, mandates age checks

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  The United Arab Emirates has set a...
  
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• Trump’s Titanic Insecurities Are Sinking Us

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  The president has found a new trap door in Iran. ......
  
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• Trump and Netanyahu Have Really Stepped in It Now

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  America and Israel have snatched defeat from victory. ......
  
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• Three big upset threats to look out for as World Cup starts second group matches

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  The World Cup has a habit of tearing up the script when you least expect it. Here are three matches that could produce the next shock. ......
  
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• They Booked an Airbnb Ahead of the World Cup. Can a Host Demand They Pay More?

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  A family booked early for a big soccer trip to Southern California, then a new host suddenly raised the price. Why did Airbnb leave them in the lurch? ......
  
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• The first round of World Cup games is over: Best team, player, worst prediction and ...

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  The first set of group-stage games have been played. Our writers consider what tournament predictions they would (and wouldn't) change ......
  
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• Style of England win over Croatia will raise World Cup expectations

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  There was a wide spectrum of opinions about England’s preparedness for the World Cup and a long first week of the tournament to mull them over, but no matter how pessimistic or optimistic the preview not a single person predicted the opener would be fun. Fun is just not a word you associate with England, not since the first wave of Gareth Southgate in 2018, and in truth the waistcoat and unicorns era was predicated entirely on beating Panama 6-1 and a dreadful Sweden side 2-0. This was som
  
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• Retail Investors Help Send SpaceX Shares Soaring

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  The company’s blockbuster trading debut is the latest example of how individual investors have become a force in financial markets. ......
  
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• Prince William refuses to quit hobby that terrifies Kate Middleton: experts

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  Kate Middleton’s inability to get Prince William to give up riding motorcycles despite her efforts is \...
  
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• Power ranking all 48 World Cup teams from worst to first after one match

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  We are one-third of the way through the 2026 World Cup group stage, with 48 teams in the expanded field having played one match. There are still two more games for each team in each group, but after some shocks, some expected blowouts and a few good performances that didn't lead to good results, we've adjusted our pre-tournament ranking of every team in the field. The title favorites largely remain the same, though we have a new No. 1 after the previous top team showed some cracks. Other teams t
  
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• Picking the best goal of the World Cup so far: Messi, Reyna, Ayari, Musa, Munoz ...

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  Who has scored the best goal of the World Cup so far? We asked our writers ......
  
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• NDAA Proposal Targets Troop Mobile Data Risk After CENTCOM Warning

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  A proposed provision for the FY2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) would require the Pentagon to test technologies aimed at...
  
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• Mexico, South Korea, Canada Back in World Cup Action: What To Know For Match Day 8

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup turns a page as all teams will begin playing their second games – and with that true storylines are emerging. Some teams will be pushing for qualification, while others will be hoping to stay alive. Czechia and South Africa begin the day as both Group A teams come off an opening loss and need to win to realistically keep their knockout hopes alive. Switzerland and Bosnia and Herzegovina then face off in the second game as the Swiss look to rebound from a
  
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• Medical already done: Liverpool to finalise first Andoni Iraola signing as rival suitors named

  18-06-2026 12:54 via article.wn.com
  Liverpool reportedly beat rivals such as Manchester United to the transfer of Osasuna winger Victor Munoz, who has already had his medical with the Reds. The Spain international is at the World Cup with his country, but that didn’t stop him undergoing medical tests with Liverpool yesterday, according to the Liverpool Echo. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & BREAKING UPDATES – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE...
  
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