Former England captain Lewis Moody, who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease last year, announces a cycling challenge to raise money.
A devastating fire at the Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao bar in Bangkok's Chatuchak district on Sunday night resulted in at least 27 deaths and 22 critical injuries. The blaze, possibly caused by an electrical short circuit, spread rapidly, trapping many victims in a bathroom.
The UK is bracing for its third heatwave of the year, with temperatures expected to exceed 30C in many parts of England and Wales and potentially reach the mid-30s in some areas. Firefighters are battling wildfires, and health alerts warn of significant impacts on services and increased mortality.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) announced a 67.9% year-on-year increase in June sales, reaching NT$442.68 billion. For the first half of 2026, revenue grew 35.6% to NT$2.4 trillion, boosted by AI chip demand. Shares rose 1% as the company plans new packaging plants in Taiwan.
England's football teams have undergone a remarkable transformation, moving from perennial underperformers to consistent contenders in major tournaments. This shift is attributed to strategic investments in youth development and facilities, notably the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP) and St George's Park, creating a robust talent pipeline.
UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood will announce legal measures to deport Shabir Ahmed, a freed Rochdale grooming gang leader. Ahmed, stripped of British citizenship, cannot be deported due to a 1971 law protecting Commonwealth citizens who arrived over 50 years ago. Pakistan also reportedly won't accept him.
The US launched a new attack on Iran Sunday evening, resulting in one death and four injuries in southwestern Iran. Iran's IRGC claimed to have struck US bases in Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain in retaliation. The escalating conflict casts doubt on the interim US-Iran agreement and has caused oil prices to jump.
