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Monday, 20 July 2026 · Global Edition · Updated 23:25 CST
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Petrol prices climb as US–Iran tensions disrupt markets

US petrol prices reach $4.00 per gallon (3.78 litres), marking the second week of increased costs for consumers.

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FIFA World Cup: Five key takeaways from 2026 edition won by Spain

Spain beat Argentina, but talking points remain. Should there be 48 or 64 teams? Hydration breaks? The 'dark arts'?

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Mexican drug lord Ismael ‘El Mayo’ Zambada sentenced to life in US prison

US judge hands life sentence to Ismael Zambada for leading one of Mexico's most violent drug cartels for decades.

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Spain team arrives home after winning the World Cup

World champions Spain have landed home carrying the World Cup trophy a day after defeating Argentina in the final.

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Israeli air strike injures 14 in Gaza City

An Israeli air strike on Gaza City injured at least 14 people, according to Gaza health officials.

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Philippine sailor injured during clash with Chinese coast guard

A member of China’s coast guard is accused of injuring a Philippine sailor after striking him with a wooden baton.

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At least 25 killed as floods and landslides hit northern India

Monsoon rains devastate communities, with rescue and relief operations intensifying and the death toll rising.

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Spain go back to the top of FIFA rankings, Morocco reach record high

Norway saw the biggest jump in their rankings, climbing 12 spots to 19th after reaching the World Cup quarterfinals.

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India's Gen Z 'Cockroach People's Party' started as satire but is serious about change

They call themselves the "cockroaches" and they're on the march — demanding action against corruption, amid a shortage of opportunities for young people in India.

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Lebanon’s military starts ‘pilot zone’ takeover in south

Implementation of the trilateral framework agreement between Israel, Lebanon and the US is to start in three villages.

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Iran says diplomatic efforts ongoing via mediators amid fighting with US

An Iranian army spokesman asserts the war will continue until deterrence against further attacks has been achieved.

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Spain go back to the top of FIFA rankings, Morocco reach a record high

Norway saw the biggest jump in their rankings, climbing 12 spots to 19th after reaching the World Cup quarterfinals.

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Former England manager and two-time Ballon d’Or winner Keegan dies aged 75

Kevin Keegan, the iconic striker for Liverpool, Newcastle and England, was diagnosed with stage four cancer last year.

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China, immigration, drugs: Behind US policy in Latin America

Latin America analyst Brian Winter argues that Trump sees Venezuela as a foreign policy success… and Cuba may be next.

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Yemen’s Houthis declare naval blockade of Saudi Arabia: What to know

Yemeni group says the announcement is based on the principle of 'an eye for an eye'.

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