Fifa criticises campaign to oust president Infantino
Fifa strongly criticises what it calls a "concerted and ongoing effort" to "undermine" the organisation and its president Gianni Infantino.
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Rare turtle to be sent back home in 5,000-mile 'incredibly emotional' trip
A rare turtle is being flown home to the Caribbean Sea after being found washed up in Wales.
A Lot of the Attacks on Higher Ed Are Unfair. Not This One.
By protecting a star from plagiarism charges, a storied college undermined its values.
Arsenal sign Guimaraes from Newcastle in £75m deal
Premier League champions Arsenal sign Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United for £75m.
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Life as a Wag in the transfer window
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A Spurned Schumer Reaches Out to the Left
In a phone call this week, the Democratic leader told the new Michigan Senate nominee who had opposed him to just win, working to foster unity ahead of a difficult race.
Hunter Biden tells BBC his pardon was 'not good' for America or his father's legacy
In a wide-ranging BBC interview, the former president's son denied having any interest in running for office and spoke frankly on his father's declining health.
Big Macs v Supermac's: Irish burger chain wins UK trademark case
Supermac's and McDonald's have been embroiled in a long running legal battle over the right to use brand terms including "Mac".
How police let a registered sex offender murder and attack women
Simon Levy’s second murder victim, Sheryl Wilkins, could have been saved, senior Met officer admits.
Boy Kills Grandparents and Then Five Teachers, Thai Authorities Say
A student killed his grandparents before opening fire at his high school and shooting himself, the authorities said. The episode revived a debate about gun laws.
Atletico Madrid in talks for Tottenham captain Romero
Atletico Madrid hold talks over a move for Tottenham captain Cristian Romero, who is expected to leave the club this summer.
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More areas of UK likely to move into drought as fifth heatwave builds
With no significant rain forecast in the coming week, more areas of England could move into drought status, as Simon King explains.
Hunter Biden Says His Father’s Cancer Is Worsening
In an interview with the BBC, Mr. Biden said that former President Joseph R. Biden Jr.’s prostate cancer had spread into his bones and was causing pain.
What it's like to chase solar eclipses around the world
For many, a total solar eclipse is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But for a dedicated few, it's a deep passion.
Kellie Bright to leave EastEnders after 13 years
The former Old Vic landlady Linda Carter is set to leave Walford.
Zendaya saw me on the red carpet and her jaw dropped - I'm still in shock
TikTok creator Zainab Jiwa seems to be giving Hollywood A-listers on the red carpet a run for their money.
Max Miller, Republican Accused of Abuse, Won’t Drop Out, Spokeswoman Says
Mr. Miller, who has faced pressure from fellow Republicans to end his campaign and avoid endangering a solidly red seat in Ohio, will stay in the race, his spokeswoman said.
Tonnes of rotting food from vast LA warehouse fire creates unbearable stench
A fire destroyed a warehouse, leaving heaps of rotting chicken, poultry and fish to attract flies and rats.
Raw images, no filters: Why MySpace fans want it back as relaunch hinted
Fans and creators say a revived MySpace must feel personal, not algorithm-driven.
Hundreds arrested over French wildfires, but who is to blame?
The government is trying to attribute blame for the unprecedented fires which tore through the country last month.
Banksy works cost public almost £150,000
FOI requests reveal Banksy artworks have cost taxpayers almost £150,000, with costs still rising.
Israel accused of weaponising archaeology at ancient West Bank sites
Israel is planning large-scale land expropriations in historic, Palestinian areas of the West Bank.
Your university clearing survival guide ahead of results day
From listing your potential outcomes to picking up the phone, this is how to get the most out of clearing.
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