Hong Kong to launch revamped Huanggang Port border crossing in September under a new joint inspection model, with drills starting next month following legislative approval for a co-location arrangement with Shenzhen.
Jermain Defoe's managerial contract with National League side Woking was terminated after 4 months due to unmet expectations, including failure to submit a requested squad report.
Infighting between France's Socialist Party (PS) and further-left La France Insoumise (LFI) over a halal chicken shop, Master Poulet, in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, near Paris, raises concerns about unity against the far-right ahead of presidential elections.
Anthony Joshua recovered from being knocked down twice in the first round to achieve a second-round knockout against Kristian Prenga, salvaging his highly anticipated November fight with Tyson Fury.
The World Cup brought a significant boost to UK pubs, with 30m extra pints sold and £150m in added sales, outperforming previous tournaments like Euro 2024, though benefits were uneven across the hospitality sector.
England's Gabriel Langton, 19, suffered a severe fall in the men's team gymnastics final at the Commonwealth Games, requiring hospitalization. Despite the incident, England secured a silver medal, behind Canada's first gold in the event in 20 years.
The U.S. Justice Department is prosecuting Samuel Tunick for allegedly using a 'duress' password to wipe his phone during a border search, a first-known case of its kind in the U.S.
Canada has opened the Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, Michigan, in a low-key ceremony without US officials due to strained relations over trade negotiations and tariff threats from the US, despite the bridge symbolizing cooperation between the two nations.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham opened his "Number 10 North" office in Manchester on Friday, aiming to reverse decades of centralized power in London and spur economic growth by devolving power to local communities across England.
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt will miss Trent Rockets' initial two Hundred matches against Birmingham Phoenix and London Spirit due to workload management and a calf injury sustained in April. This injury previously caused her to miss England series and play as a specialist batter in the T20 World Cup.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla made a surprise entrance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games opening ceremony in Glasgow, emerging from a TARDIS replica. The event celebrated Scottish culture and featured the King officially declaring the Games open, emphasizing plastic pollution awareness.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham met Scottish First Minister John Swinney and Welsh First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth in Glasgow ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Discussions focused on devolution, with Burnham committing not to bypass Holyrood, while Swinney welcomed further power transfers and ap Iorwerth advocated for Wales to have parity of powers with Scotland. Downing Street reiterated that a second Scottish independence referendum was "off limits."
The Glasgow Commonwealth Games opening ceremony, held indoors for the first time due to shortened preparation, created an intimate and passionate atmosphere. Featuring local talent, personal messages, and a powerful rendition of "Flower of Scotland," the event celebrated Scottish pride and community, setting a high bar for future Games.
The inauguration of the C$6.4bn Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor has been overshadowed by a US-Canada trade dispute, leading Canada to disinvite US dignitaries. The bridge, meant to symbolize unity, now reflects fraught relations as Canadian PM Mark Carney faces scrutiny over concessions to the US amid tariff threats.
Bryson DeChambeau believes a two-shot penalty at the Open Championship's 5th hole at Royal Birkdale cost him the Claret Jug. Despite a strong start, the penalty changed his second-round score, dropping him on the leaderboard, and he finished six shots behind winner Ryan Fox.
Malaysia has ordered the UNHCR to temporarily halt refugee registrations while it implements a new national registration program (DPP). Rights advocates warn this move could leave newly arrived asylum seekers without proof of protection, creating a dangerous gap in a country without formal asylum law.
England's 11-year-old Bodhana Sivanandan defeated French Grandmaster Marc’Andria Maurizzi, setting a new world age record. World champion Gukesh Dommaraju faced poor form, while Fide president Arkady Dvorkovich was sanctioned, impacting the upcoming Fide presidential election in Samarkand.
15-year-old Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made history by scoring an 18-ball half-century against Zimbabwe in Harare, becoming the youngest male player to achieve this in international cricket. The record-breaking knock secured India a seven-wicket victory and boosted his confidence after a challenging debut.
King Charles and Queen Camilla made a surprise entrance from a Tardis at the spectacular Commonwealth Games opening ceremony in Glasgow, which saw flags from 74 nations, performances by Nathan Evans and KT Tunstall, and celebrated the city's heritage before 11 days of competition.
The Commonwealth Games in Glasgow opened with a unique ceremony featuring King Charles, Queen Camilla, and a mechanical Loch Ness monster, despite budget cuts. King Charles used the occasion to advocate for ocean pollution reduction, while questions linger about the Games' future viability.
The Glasgow Commonwealth Games opening ceremony, held indoors for the first time in history, created an intimate and passionate atmosphere, showcasing Scottish pride and overcoming challenges from a shortened preparation time.
India's fast bowler Mayank Yadav made a successful return to international cricket after a 21-month injury layoff, taking 2/18 in the opening T20I against Zimbabwe at Harare Sports Club. His performance helped India secure a comfortable seven-wicket victory and a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed a record-breaking 50 off 19 balls, becoming the youngest male international cricketer to score a T20I fifty, leading India to a seven-wicket victory over Zimbabwe in Harare. Captain Shreyas Iyer praised the teenager's fearless approach and secured his first T20I captaincy win.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham met with Scottish First Minister John Swinney and Welsh First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth in Glasgow, discussing devolution and inter-governmental relations. Downing Street confirmed a second Scottish independence referendum was "off limits," while Burnham committed to not bypassing Holyrood on devolution plans.
