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Israeli fire killed 9-year-old Tala Abu Matar in central Gaza, medics said; military gave no immediate comment A Palestinian girl wounded in an Israeli strike on a tent, according to medics, receives medical treatment at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, in the southern Gaza Strip, July 8, 2026. REUTERS Israeli attacks killed at least five … Read more
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The Argentine team and its superstar, Lionel Messi, have been among the biggest draws at the World Cup, but that was not enough to prevent vacant seats at its quarterfinal on Saturday.
Actor Sahar Hashmi opened up about recent criticism over her on-screen hugging scenes in dramas and being compared to Indian actor Emraan Hashmi, saying the backlash left her hurt and confused. Sahar sat down for an interview, where she revealed that while criticism has helped her grow as an actor, she has found certain remarks … Read more
A 26-year-old man was detained on Saturday in connection with the death of Ann Widdecombe, a former Parliament member, the police said. Another man arrested on Friday was later released.
Eiffel Tower closes early, Tour de France shortens stage for first time in its history The operator of the Eiffel Tower said the monument would close early ‘due to the high temperatures forecast’/AFP The Eiffel Tower and other Paris landmarks closed early over the weekend and cycling’s Tour de France shortened a stage for the … Read more
The United States and Iran conducted some of the heaviest attacks since the cease-fire agreement was signed last month.
Afghanistan’s leader has exerted full control over a city that once enjoyed looser social norms, even under Taliban rule.
With much of their leadership killed in the war, Iran’s conservatives have sought to fill the void and intensify the fight against the United States.
The Iran and Ukraine wars underline the common limits of military force in achieving political ends, but also the differences between a dug-in Russian president and a vacillating American one.