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In pictures: Trump marks 80th birthday with White House UFC spectacle

US President Donald Trump marked his 80th birthday with a highly unusual White House spectacle, hosting a UFC cage fight on the South Lawn just hours after announcing a memorandum of understanding with Iran, in a made-for-television display blending politics, sport and patriotic pageantry.

France 24

What do we know about the US-Iran peace deal – and what questions remain?

Access to the strait of Hormuz and the future of Iran’s nuclear program are among the issues that remain unclear amid a lack of detail on the agreement

The Guardian - AU

Iran’s footballers arrive in US amid peace deal but admit tension ‘undermines joy’

Iran striker Mehdi Taremi has said the controversy and disruption surrounding their involvement at the World Cup undermines Fifa’s message of peace

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Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The Saudis pulled off a huge upset in their opening game of the 2022 World Cup against South American opposition.

Sports Illustrated

Iran captain Mehdi Taremi criticises Fifa over impact of USA war at World Cup 2026

Iran captain Mehdi Taremi says his team is having a challenging World Cup experience amid the multifold disruptions caused by the tensions created by their nation’s ongoing war with the co-host U.S. The Iranians arrived in the Los Angeles area on Sunday from their training base in Tijuana, Mexico

The Independent UK

After 12 die, focus turns to safety failures uncovered in past skydiving crash investigations

Poor maintenance is often a factor when skydiving planes crash, like one did in Missouri on Sunday, and the National Transportation Safety Board has said in past investigations that weak oversight of the industry can allow problems to go unnoticed

The Independent UK

UFC Freedom 250: White House hosts MMA card for Trump’s 80th birthday amid dismal Canada and Obama jibes – as it happened

Rolling report: The UFC took over the White House South Lawn for a fight card ringing in Trump’s 80th birthday. Bryan Armen Graham was wtching

The Guardian - US

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‘Reeks of corruption’: protesters rally as Trump hosts UFC event on his birthday

Demonstrations took off in Washington and across US as Trump throws first private, for-profit sporting event ever held on White House grounds

The Guardian - US

Complete NASCAR Cup points standings after Pocono 2026

Reddick's championship lead has shrunk to just 19 points over Hamlin as the JGR driver earns another win

Motorsport

JD Vance says he will discuss 2028 presidential run after midterm elections

Vice-president says he tries not to make decisions until he ‘absolutely must’ but has ‘no doubt’ Trump will support him

The Guardian - US

American musician Oliver Tree killed in mid-air helicopter collision in Brazil

Oliver Tree, a US alt-pop singer and internet personality, died in a helicopter crash in Brazil on Sunday, a police source said. He was 32. Tree was on a world tour when the helicopter he was travelling in collided with another mid-air. A total of six people died in the…

France 24

Fifa releases statement after being blamed for Uruguay travel chaos at World Cup 2026

The squad were stuck in Mexico and endured delays after issues with the paperwork for their plane to Miami

The Independent UK

Denny Hamlin wins third consecutive NASCAR Cup race, beating Reddick at Pocono

Hamlin has won eight NASCAR Cup races at Pocono; Reddick and Byron completed the top 3

Motorsport

12 dead in crash of plane on skydiving outing in Missouri, authorities say

Authorities say a pilot and 11 others were killed when a plane taking people on a skydiving outing crashed and caught fire in Missouri

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The Economic Times

Plane carrying passengers hoping to skydive crashes in Missouri, killing 12

Missouri plane crash: A plane carrying skydivers crashed near Butler, Missouri. All twelve people on board died. The aircraft was taking passengers up for a skydiving trip. Emergency responders found the plane engulfed in fire. The National Transportation Safety Board will investigate the incident. The plane was a Pacific Aerospace…

The Economic Times

Germany aim for winning start against "dangerous" Curacao in FIFA World Cup 2026 opener

Germany will target a winning start to their FIFA World Cup campaign, something they have not achieved since 2014, against tournament debutants Curacao in Houston. While Germany are expected to start with a victory, manager Julian Nagelsmann sees Curacao as "dangerous" since they are not heading into the 2026 World…

The Guardian - UK

Anger among Iranian hardliners at terms of deal agreed with US

Those in favour forced to defend themselves against claims the terms amount to capitulation

The Economic Times

Trump endorses Collins in Georgia Senate runoff. It's his latest 'MAGA' pick in Republican primaries

Washington buzzes as President Donald Trump endorses Representative Mike Collins in Georgia's heated Senate runoff, where Collins goes head-to-head against ex-coach Derek Dooley for a shot at Senator Jon Ossoff's seat. Trump's backing reveals his ongoing power in Republican circles. Dooley, endorsed by Governor Brian Kemp, champions the idea of…

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The Guardian - UK

‘Straight out of Trumpland’: LGBTQ+ members fight for Pride after Essex library ban

Rochford LGBTQ+ community say Reform council’s ban on flying pride flags or holding events states they’re not welcome

The Guardian - US

‘It’s going to be extremely hot’: workers imperiled as sweltering World Cup temperatures are forecast

It could top 90F in several cities hosting World Cup games – and workers could pay the price with their health

The Independent UK

49ers mourn the sudden death of former All-Pro linebacker Aldon Smith at 36

Aldon Smith, a former All-Pro linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers whose playing career was sidetracked by legal issues, has died

Fortune

Trump expects to sign a deal with Iran on Sunday, but Tehran may want to avoid giving him a gift on his birthday

"Seems fitting that this should serve as the endgame."

The Independent UK

Tornado hits Kansas City hours after England arrive at World Cup base with players told to shelter

Kansas City will host England during their bid to end 60 years without World Cup glory

Sports Illustrated

Caitlin Clark Didn’t Hold Back on the ‘Ridiculous’ Call Against Her in Fever’s Win Over Sun

Clark voiced her frustration with one questionable call from Saturday night’s game.

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Louisiana church backtracks after asking parishioners to pray for disgraced priest convicted of SA

He has been sentence to life in prison.

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