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Paraguay coach salutes ‘extraordinary’ World Cup win over Germany
Paraguay produced arguably the greatest World Cup upset as Germany was defeated 4-3 on penalties in the last 32.
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Families hold out hope for survivors five days after Venezuela earthquakes
Search and rescue operations continue in Caracas, Venezuela nearly five days after the devastating double earthquakes.
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Keiko Fujimori leads in Peruvian presidential race as vote count concludes
Daughter of former President Alberto Fujimori says the country is closer to 'order and hope' after prolonged vote count.
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Sixty-six years on: The promise of DRC independence remains unfulfilled
The DRC’s independence anniversary renews debate over progress, security and state capacity.
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Anxiety turns to joy as Brazil qualifies for the Final 16
Brazil fans at a fan fest on Rio de Janeiro celebrated after their team overturned Japan’s early lead and won 2-1.
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Migrants in South Africa fear violence ahead of June 30 deadline
An anti-immigrant June 30 deadline not recognised by authorities is fuelling fear among migrants.
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Iran war live: Tehran denies Trump’s claim of meeting in Doha
Trump says meeting with Iran will take place in Doha today, but Tehran says there are no plans for talks in coming days.
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Israeli strike kills two, setting tents ablaze in Gaza humanitarian zone
Two people were killed and several others were injured after an Israeli strike hit the Mawasi area of Khan Younis, Gaza.
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Paraguay shock Germany in shootout win for one of all-time World Cup upsets
Germany lose on penalties to Paraguay after a 1-1 draw in their FIFA World Cup 2026 last-32 match.
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Australian football legend Sam Kerr signs with Gotham FC after Chelsea exit
Kerr signs with the NWSL champions until 2030, returning to the US league after six years spent with Chelsea in England.
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Sinner and Sabalenka answer doubters on Wimbledon Day one
Naomi Osaka impresses with her outfit and performance, while British hopes are dashed on first day of championship.
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Venezuela earthquake victims shelter at golf course
Hundreds of Venezuelans are sheltering at a golf course in La Guaira after last week's deadly earthquakes.