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Photo: Socceroos/XFIFA WC: Australia advance to knockouts with 0-0 draw against Paraguay
Santa Clara: Australia have advanced to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 after a goalless draw with Paraguay in their final Group D game at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on Friday. The Socceroos secured second place in Group D and will face the runners-up from Group G in Dallas on July…
Photo: IANSWomen’s T20 WC: When and where to watch England vs New Zealand clash
London: Having already secured a place in the semi-finals, England will look to end their Group B campaign on a high as they clash against reigning champions New Zealand in their final group fixture of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at The Oval on Saturday. The home side has been the most impressive…
Photo: Xinhua/IANSTwin Earthquakes Shaken Venezuela: Nationwide Emergency Declared
Caracas: Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Rodriguez has announced a State of Emergency after two powerful earthquakes struck the South American nation, causing widespread damage. “Following the strong earthquakes recorded this afternoon in the country, we have declared a State of Emergency throughout the national territory. We call on all citizens to remain alert, safe, and…
Photo: AI ImageFIFA WC: When and where to watch South Africa vs South Korea
Guadalupe: South Africa and South Korea head into their final group-stage fixture on Wednesday with a place in the FIFA World Cup knockout rounds hanging in the balance. The outcome of the contest in Guadalupe could determine which nation extends its stay in the tournament and which is left anxiously awaiting results elsewhere. For South…
Photo: IANS/Video GrabKeir Starmer’s Exit Sparks Race for Next UK Prime Minister
London: Keir Starmer on Monday announced his resignation as British Prime Minister and the Leader of the Labour Party, setting out a timetable for his successor to be elected in the coming weeks and be in place by September. From Landslide Victory to Downing Street Exit: Why Keir Starmer Resigned The 63-year-old said…
Photo: Xinhua/UK Prime Minister’s Office via IANSUK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Announces Resignation
London: Keir Starmer on Monday announced that he is stepping down as the British Prime Minister and leader of the governing Labour Party. Making a statement outside 10 Downing Street, Starmer said that he will however remain in post as Prime Minister until a new Labour leader is chosen in the coming weeks. “The question…
Photo: XinhuaTechnical Malfunction Triggers Major Explosion at Qatar’s Barzan Gas Facility
Doha: An explosion ripped through Qatar’s key natural gas export infrastructure, injuring at least 54 people while 18 others remain missing, according to official reports. The blast occurred on Sunday night in the Ras Laffan industrial area, one of the world’s most important energy hubs, during ongoing efforts to resume operations at the facility following…
Photo: X/@IndianEmbTokyoFrom London to Tokyo: World Celebrates 12th International Yoga Day
London: Indian diplomatic missions across the world organised yoga sessions to mark International Day of Yoga on Sunday. Yoga Day Celebrations Held Across Global Capitals The Indian High Commission in the UK celebrated the 12th International Day of Yoga with a special programme at the Strand in London. In his remarks at the event, High…
Photo: Xinhua via IANSFIFA WC: When and where to watch Germany vs Ivory Coast; know all details
Toronto: With qualification to the knockout stage up for grabs, Germany and Ivory Coast meet in a pivotal Group E encounter at Toronto Stadium (BMO Field) on Matchday 2 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Having collected three points in their respective openers, both nations know another victory would put them in pole position to…
Photo: AI ImageFIFA WC: 10-man Paraguay knock out Turkey 1-0
California, Matias Galarza’s record-breaking early strike and a resilient defensive display helped 10-man Paraguay secure a dramatic 1-0 victory over Turkey on Saturday, keeping their FIFA World Cup 2026 hopes alive while eliminating the Turks from the tournament. Matias Galarza Scripts History with Fastest Goal of FIFA World Cup 2026 Paraguay, who lost 4-1 to…
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