Follow the build-up, analysis and live text commentary of the Group K clash between Ronaldo's Portugal and DR Congo.

The Strait of Hormuz is reopening, but shipping companies and insurers prefer to watch from a distance.

Settlers target mosques and homes amid escalating attacks in the occupied West Bank, increasing fear among Palestinians.

There has been a reduction in violence since the US-Iran agreement was announced, but attacks have not stopped.

After losing their opening group matches, both teams need a victory to keep knockout hopes alive.

First African nation to host the global oceans conference defends deportations, saying it 'recognises only one China'.

Experts say Canada 'closing the doors' as socioeconomic issues upend decades-long consensus on immigration.

Palestinians controlled planning and construction in the entire West Bank city under the 1997 Hebron Agreement.

Manchester-born midfielder Zidane Iqbal becomes the first player of Pakistani heritage to feature at a World Cup.

Boxing legend allegedly wrote the cheque on New Year's Eve 2024 and could face up to 20 years in jail if found guilty.

Thursday's contest could pave the way for Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to challenge Keir Starmer's premiership.

Ronaldo chases goal-scoring record, as Portugal and England begin their World Cup campaigns.

Russia says shots were fired to divert a yacht outside the UK's territorial waters.

Activists say there was no mention of Palestinians but the war on Gaza could mean see properties discounted.

As US, Iran prepare to sign MoU and start more talks, TankerTrackers monitor says Iran exports first oil in two months.

A statement from the G7 summit in France says leaders are united in their 'unwavering support for Ukraine'.

Animal welfare groups say the bust highlights the 'enormous scale' of the country's cat meat trade.

Brent crude drops to lowest price since early March before signing of framework deal to end US-Israel war on Iran.

Austria were given a scare by debutants Jordan before securing a win, rounded off by a penalty in stoppage time.

Title contenders England begin their FIFA World Cup campaign against familiar foes Croatia in Group L in Dallas.

From lakes to rivers, freshwater is declining worldwide under rising climate and land pressure.

Messi scores three exactly 20 years to the day he made his World Cup debut for Argentina.

The Manchester City striker scored his first goals at a major international tournament as Norway powered past Iraq.

Argentina open defence of their World Cup crown with a Lionel Messi-inspired 3-0 win against Algeria in 2026 edition.

A US Ebola quarantine centre has sparked protests in Laikipia, Kenya, over land and sovereignty concerns.