Two men have been arrested in Sydney after allegedly defrauding an 88-year-old man of $600,000.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/elderly-man-loses-600-000-to-alleged-scammers-20260702-p60bx1.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Skills minister Baroness Jacqui Smith said young people needed to go to school despite the World Cup match on Monday morning

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/england-mexico-world-cup-school-opening-b3007407.html

HE was an acquaintance of Brian Clough and his work as a match official has taken him from local parks to the top flight of English football.

https://www.derbyshiretimes.co.uk/sport/football/outstanding-contribution-award-a-deserved-result-for-derbyshire-refereeing-official-jeff-wheatley-8774059

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England manager Thomas Tuchel has urged parents to allow their children to watch the Three Lions’ next World Cup match against Mexico at 1am BST.

https://www.independent.co.uk/tv/sport/england-mexico-thomas-tuchel-children-video-b3007409.html

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England’s captain inspired a DR Congo comeback to book a blockbuster last 16 tie in Mexico City with a unique and daunting test for Thomas Tuchel’s side

https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/england-mexico-live-world-cup-dr-congo-updates-kane-b3007350.html

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Despite the boost, Mr Burnham is still set to face a vast number of difficult decisions, including filling a black hole in the government’s defence plans worth up to £15bn

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/andy-burnham-iran-war-economy-public-finances-b3007395.html

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Police say videos show Bengaluru creche workers locking toddlers inside washing machines to frighten them and hosing them down with toilet jet sprays

https://www.independent.co.uk/asia/india/bengaluru-capgemini-creche-kids-washing-machine-b3007336.html

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Loud explosions shook the Ukrainian capital for hours during the night, with many people sheltering in subway stations after authorities issued air raid warnings.

https://globalnews.ca/news/11949853/russian-attack-kyiv-17-killed-ukraine-attacks-russia-oil/

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An 11-year-old boy crashed a pickup truck into a group of monks on a pilgrimage walk in northeastern Thailand on Thursday, killing eight, officials said.

https://nypost.com/2026/07/02/world-news/eight-monks-killed-on-pilgrimage-in-thailand-after-truck-driven-by-boy-11-crashes-into-them/

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Iran’s joint military command has warned that all oil tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz must use its approved routes or face a ‘forceful response’

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/middle-east/strait-of-hormuz-iran-oil-tankers-b3007491.html

Catholic Schools NSW CEO Dallas McInerney stood aside from his position a day after the corruption watchdog revealed it was investigating whether he signed off on illegal political donations.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/nsw/catholic-schools-chief-at-centre-of-icac-investigation-steps-aside-20260702-p60c23.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Cabo Verde's destiny at the World Cup is sealed after a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/sport/soccer/historic-moment-for-tiny-island-nation-20260627-p60ali.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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The expandable 40x30x20cm cabin bag is designed for underseat travel and could help cut Ryanair and easyJet baggage costs on short-haul trips

https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/recommended/etronik-cabin-bag-underseat-luggage-deal-amazon-travel-bag-ryanair-cabin-bag-easyjet-cabin-bag-cabin-backpack-sale-8770026

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A wild crowd roars Mexico to victory over Ecuador and into the last 16 at the World Cup.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/wild-crowd-roars-mexico-to-victory-20260701-p60bt3.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Brazil come from behind to beat Japan 2-1 in a World Cup thriller.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/brazil-come-from-behind-in-thriller-20260630-p60b7e.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Kiekviena diena atneša naujų galimybių, iššūkių ir netikėtų posūkių. Žvaigždės gali padėti geriau suprasti nuotaikas, sprendimus ir aplinkybes, su kuriomis susidursite šiandien. Sužinokite, ką jums žada dienos horoskopas ir kaip palankiausiai išnaudoti šios dienos energiją. ✨ AVINAS Šiandien viduje jausite daugiau stabilumo nei pastarosiomis dienomis. Mintys lengviau kryps į praktinius sprendimus. Gali atsirasti proga užbaigti […]The post Astrologinė prognozė liepos 2-ai, ketvirtadieniui appeared first on Sekunde.lt.

https://sekunde.lt/astrologine-prognoze-liepos-2-ai-ketvirtadieniui/

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Kylian Mbappe's France take Sweden apart in a 3-0 round-of-32 World Cup win.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/mbappes-france-take-sweden-apart-20260701-p60boz.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Morocco beat the Netherlands in a penalty shootout after the match finished 1-1 to advance to the Round of 16.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/morocco-send-netherlands-home-in-shock-result-20260630-p60bga.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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The USA march on to the World Cup round-of-16 despite a red card to goal scorer Folarin Balogun against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/usa-march-on-despite-red-card-20260702-p60c2i.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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Everything the Islanders did was aimed not at building a playoff-contending roster for next season, but a Cup-contending roster in 2028 and beyond.

https://nypost.com/2026/07/01/sports/islanders-future-plan-comes-into-full-focus-after-not-signing-anders-lee/

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Whether it’s a city break, a beach holiday or a weekend away, finding the right fragrance can be just as important as the right outfit - and one affordable Boots launch could be worth making room for in your luggage.

https://www.peterboroughtoday.co.uk/recommended/the-affordable-new-unisex-fragrance-worth-packing-hand-luggage-summer-holiday-8772314

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The two were atop the 1,454 ft (443 m) building for at least ten minutes and displayed a large banner before climbing down.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cz75gz79pl2o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

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“It doesn’t stop with this ride - it starts with this ride”

https://www.thestar.co.uk/news/people/devoted-dad-of-son-born-with-life-altering-condition-to-cycle-200-miles-to-thank-sheffield-hospital-8771432

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Some recruiting wins make a whole fan base groan and Michigan just pulled that off. For weeks, the buzz around CB Monsanna Torbert Jr. suggested Ohio State was in prime position. The Buckeyes had momentum, the official visit went well, and landing one of the best defensive players in their own backyard felt like the […]The post Michigan Steals Ohio State’s Elite In-State CB Target appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-michigan-steals-ohio-states-elite-in-state-cb-target-monsanna-torbert/

Manel Kape has no problem if he ends up face-to-face with Sean Strickland again. Just days after the two UFC stars clashed on social media, ‘Starboy’ has assured that no bad blood will stop them from training at the same gym or seeing each other in Las Vegas. Speaking with MMA Fighting, the flyweight contender […]The post Manel Kape Not Worried About Crossing Paths With Sean Strickland After Ali Abdelaziz Backstage Altercation appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-manel-kape-not-worried-about-crossing-paths-with-sean-strickland-after-ali-abdelaziz-backstage-altercation/

The former Sydney Theatre Company co-artistic director fiction debut is a richly imagined tale.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/culture/books/can-an-animal-fable-still-work-after-animal-farm-andrew-upton-gives-it-a-go-20260609-p6052r.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

A hotel in Lancelin in Western Australia is at risk of being washed away as coastal erosion threatens to swallow part of the building.

https://www.theage.com.au/national/wa-hotel-at-risk-of-being-washed-away-20260702-p60by9.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

The Australian sharemarket has retreated at the open while drops for some influential technology stocks pulled Wall Street lower overnight.

https://www.theage.com.au/business/markets/asx-set-to-slide-tech-stocks-weigh-down-wall-street-20260702-p60but.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

WEST SACRAMENTO — Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts was scratched from the team’s lineup for Wednesday’s game against the Athletics shortly before first pitch. Mookie Betts belts a solo homer in the first inning of the Dodgers’ loss to the Padres. The reason for his removal, or the severity of any potential injury, was not immediately...

https://nypost.com/2026/07/01/sports/dodgers-remove-mookie-betts-from-starting-lineup-for-unknown-reason/

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Qatari officials said envoys made "positive progress" during talks on Wednesday on issues related to the United States-Iran cease-fire agreement.

https://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2026/07/01/iran-negotiations-talks-in-qatar/4641782912844/

#upi

South Korea's defense chief urged commanders to complete key reviews and set a target year for wartime command transfer by the end of 2026.

https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2026/07/01/united-states-wartime-operational-control-ahn-gyu-back/6181782951176/

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The couple has been mum about their upcoming nuptials, but speculation has mounted about a multi-day celebration at Madison Square Garden.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c70yj1749j0o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

"[We should be telling Americans] the fight's not over. It's going to take a day or two — buckle up," Kellogg told The Post. "The American people are great about that ... if they explain it to them, they'll understand it."

https://nypost.com/2026/07/01/world-news/keith-kellogg-says-trump-should-brace-americans-for-round-two-with-iran-buckle-up/

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A former scout for the Titans was found guilty of murder and is now facing life in prison should a jury find that sentencing appropriate.

https://nypost.com/2026/07/01/sports/ex-titans-scout-blaise-taylor-found-guilty-of-murder/

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Under planned changes, blocks of 700 square metres zoned R20 and below would be able to be subdivided, a big drop from the 900 square metres currently required. 

https://www.theage.com.au/national/western-australia/r-code-overhaul-could-boost-wa-block-values-supercharge-density-20260702-p60bxh.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_national