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Live: Lionel Messi's Argentina takes on Mo Salah's Egypt Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
Lionel Messi looks to continue his stunning 2026 World Cup campaign when he leads Argentina against Egypt in Atlanta. Follow live.
Nigel Farage quits as an MP amid donation probe and vows to win by-election Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
Nigel Farage, the far-right political leader riding a surge of support in Britain, has announced a major gamble that could end his political career.
UK court dismisses Prince Harry and others' case against Daily Mail Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
Prince Harry and six other claimants, including singer Elton John, have lost their claims against Daily Mail's publisher after alleging their phones were tapped, voicemails intercepted and personal information obtained through deception.
French court opens door to Marine Le Pen presidential run after trimming ban Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
The court in Paris upholds Marine Le Pen's conviction for misusing EU funds but shortens her ban on running for elected office, potentially re-opening a path for the far-right leader to run in the 2027 presidential race.
Ukrainian prosecutors confirm Monaco bomb suspect found dead Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
A Ukrainian woman suspected of a bomb attack that targeted a wealthy Ukrainian-born businessman in Monaco has been found shot dead in Ukraine, according to Ukraine's prosecutor general's office.Â
Explosions rock Damascus near hotel hosting French President Macron Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
French officials say Mr Macron did not hear the blasts, and his motorcade continued through the streets of the Syrian capital to a meeting with President Ahmed Al-Sharaa, in the first by a European head of state since 2024.Â
US toddler found in pool and declared dead later found alive Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
Five hours after the young boy was pronounced dead next to a suburban swimming pool in the US state of Arizona, police were notified that the child was breathing again at a local hospital.
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Embattled MP Moira Deeming apologises to supporters in social media video Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
The Liberal MP thanked her supporters and apologised for "distractions" in a video posted to her Facebook page, as questions still loom over her political future.
Deadline arrives for homeless to leave campsite Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
People living at a homeless hotspot in Wagga were given until today to move on, but some say they still have nowhere to go.
ICAC asks former uni chief how he made 'an error of that magnitude' Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
An incoming vice-chancellor was providing input into a university review before his consulting firm later secured millions of dollars of related work, the ICAC has heard.
'Faeces, urine and dirt': Piggery owners in court on animal cruelty charges Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
Five co-owners of an Adelaide Plains piggery are collectively accused of ill-treating their animals, including allegedly failing to ensure the animals had "adequate and appropriate living conditions".
Security staff intervene during bottle shop robbery Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
Security staff restrain a suspect during an alleged assault and robbery at a bottle shop in Hobart's north.
Controversial report calling for NSW DPP to be replaced condemned Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
The inquiry into children's identity protection was called in October last year, but has focused almost solely on the leaking of the story to media.
'Completely unimaginable': Man critically injured in robot vacuum fire Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
The family of a Perth man critically injured when a robot vacuum caught fire at his home say their lives have been "turned upside down" by the "horrific" incident.
Eighteen-year-old football player in critical condition after apartment fall Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
Less than 24 hours after completing the Gold Coast half marathon an 18-year-old man has been left fighting for life after falling from an apartment complex.
'My role model': Younger brother speaks after death of Melbourne footballer Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
The younger brother of footy player and teacher Nathan Fitzgerald, who died last night, has described him as a "gentle, wonderful" soul who cherished his family.
Brisbane runner 'hesitant' to report harassment ordeal Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
A Brisbane mother says police can improve the way they respond to harassment complaints after she was followed by a car during her morning run.
Officer filmed punching man was using 'approved manoeuvre', police say Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
NSW Police say an officer filmed repeatedly punching a man in the back of the head on in Western Sydney on Monday night was using an "approved manoeuvre".
Year 11 and 12 students should be forced to study maths, review says Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
A committee has found students in the ACT should study maths through to the end of year 12 to ensure they have better long-term outcomes, arguing a lack of maths understanding can exacerbate social inequality.
Prosecutors argue man accused of killing Charlie Kirk should stand trial Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026
Utah prosecutors have begun presenting their case against Tyler James Robinson, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, at a week-long preliminary trial.
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Harry loses High Court privacy case against Daily Mail publisher Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 Judge Mr Justice Nicklin says the claimants had failed to prove the allegations. Marine Le Pen found guilty, but court clears way for presidential run if she wears tag Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 The National Rally leader now has to decide whether she will run with an electronic tag and will speak on TV later. Woman suspected of Monaco bomb attack found dead in Ukraine Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 Police had been hunting Anastasiia Berezovska after a Ukrainian millionaire was injured in the blast. One million more UK homeowners set to face higher mortgages Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 Homeowners face paying £45 a month more on average when they move onto a new deal over the next two years. What do Farage's constituents think about his resignation? Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 People living in Clacton share contrasting feelings of frustration and support towards Nigel Farage. Online gamblers betting more than £1,000 to face new checks Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 Punters who bet more than £1,000 online in a 24-hour window will have to undergo an assessment, the regulator says. Murder inquiry after mother and children found dead Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 A mother and her two children are found dead in a property, police say. Zelensky presses Nato for air defence systems after intense Russian strikes Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 The Ukrainian president says "decisions for air defence" should be "one of the key outcomes" of this week's summit in Turkey. Public to be asked who should pay for social care as part of major review Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 Baroness Louise Casey, who is leading the review, has called the current system "impossible". Salah v Messi: A World Cup meeting of two national icons Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 Mohamed Salah and Lionel Messi will meet in the last 16 of the World Cup on Tuesday with their nations' hopes resting firmly on their shoulders. 9.1m people stay up to watch England's epic win over Mexico Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 A peak audience of 9.1 million tuned in overnight to watch England beat Mexico to reach the quarter-finals of the World Cup. 'Overturn this' - Belgium taunt US and say Trump move fired them up Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 Belgium's Nicolas Raskin says Fifa's decision to allow US striker Folarin Balogun to play against them fired them up for the last-16 tie in Seattle. Kane and Bellingham: How superstar double act became England's Wonderwall Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 With 10 of England's 11 goals at the World Cup scored by either Harry Kane or Jude Bellingham, BBC Sport looks at how dependent on them the team is. A shambolic end for the American dream - did Balogun saga play a part? Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 Mauricio Pochettino says he feels "disappointed with too many people" who brought "politics and manipulation" into the game as the US exit World Cup. Alan Carr is keeping one unwanted item from his castle auction – see what was sold Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 A concrete cow was the only one of the hundreds of items from Ayton Castle that failed to find a buyer. Robots available for rent: But what can they do? Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 Robotics tech is changing fast, so for many it makes sense to rent a robot. The man who invented a sport and played tennis with Willy Wonka Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 Brad Parks came up with the idea for a new sport while on a family picnic 50 years ago. Jailers and officials at Russia's 'torture prisons' in Ukraine exposed by BBC Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 Former prisoners accuse the men of abuse in detention centres and want to see them brought to trial. 'I wear it on my middle finger': The rise of the defiant divorce ring Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 Around the world women are marking their split with new - or repurposed engagement - rings. Russia could compete at LA 2028 Olympics Posted on Tuesday July 07, 2026 Russian athletes could be allowed to compete for their country at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles after the International Olympic Committee provisionally lifted their suspension.
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