Marriage appointments at California courthouses are being booked months in advance as couples choose low-cost civil ceremonies and iconic municipal backdrops, a trend driven in part by Gen Z and social media.
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A public clash between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani over an International Criminal Court arrest warrant has raised legal and diplomatic questions ahead of the U.N. General Assembly visit.
BBC News says lenders are preparing a legal challenge if Burnham nationalises Thames Water, and creditors may seek full repayment of multi‑billion pounds of outstanding debt.
IShowSpeed opened the World Cup closing ceremony in a colourful, high-energy set that trended online. BBC News reports the half-time bill will include Shakira, BTS, Madonna and Justin Bieber.
A quick roundup of 2026 FIFA World Cup celebrity sightings: who showed up, who sat together and the most memorable stand moments from matches across North America.
Pack oral rehydration salts, loperamide and basic supplies to manage stomach bugs while traveling. Follow food-safety steps, watch for dehydration, and consult CDC guidance if symptoms worsen.
A magnitude 5.5 Peru earthquake struck near Sicaya shortly after 9:20 p.m., killing at least five people, injuring more than 20 and forcing at least 300 residents from their homes.
The Teamsters asked USTR to impose tariffs as high as 75% on Mexican beer, saying surging imports and declining U.S. capacity threaten brewery jobs and suppliers across the brewing supply chain.
Labour leader Burnham will use his first Downing Street speech to promise “more breathing room” and set out early domestic priorities as he prepares to become the seventh prime minister in 10 years.
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Marriage appointments at California courthouses are being booked months in advance as couples choose low-cost civil ceremonies and iconic municipal backdrops, a trend driven in part by Gen Z and social media.
Jennifer Hudson performed The Star-Spangled Banner ahead of the Spain vs Argentina World Cup final in New Jersey, with Donald Trump and other VIPs observed in a suite as the stadium applauded.
A viral video captures a parking spot brawl in Manhattan’s East Village where a skateboarder struck a Mercedes driver. The NYPD says the driver was hospitalized and the skateboarder left the scene.
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Delta has launched three new ‘basic’ premium fares that cut some perks for lower prices. Learn what you lose, where the tickets sell and how to decide whether to book one.
Eight-year-old Andres Robles was surprised on Main Street USA when Disneyland named him its honorary 1 billionth guest. The family received a VIP tour as the resort marks its 70th anniversary.
Ever finish a killer workout, glance down at your wrist, and realise your trusty dress watch can barely handle a splash of sweat, let alone a full-on
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Weeks before Ganesh Chaturthi, floods in Maharashtra have washed away months of work for Ganesh idol makers, damaging workshops, supplies and seasonal incomes for many artisans.
Skyroot Aerospace plans to launch the Vikram-1 rocket on Saturday. Key details on the mission, why it matters for India’s private space sector and what to watch after liftoff.
Sonam Wangchuk has refused to end a 20-day hunger strike and urged people to join a protest march to parliament on 20 July, BBC reports. The strike’s demands and any government response remain unreported.
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Security intervened to separate Conor Benn and Ryan Garcia during a heated New York media day, BBC Sport reports. Read a concise timeline, what happened and what to expect next.
Former official Darren Cann tells BBC Sport he has seen no evidence of favouritism among World Cup referees, outlining how selection and oversight aim to protect impartiality.
Lamine Yamal arrives at the World Cup final under mixed reviews. A Spain win would shift focus from individual scrutiny to team success and recast how the tournament is remembered.
