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Barcelona star Lamine Yamal is a 3.00 favorite for World Cup Best Young Player despite injury doubt

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Lamine Yamal has emerged as the clear favorite to win the Best Young Player award at the 2026 World Cup. Bookmakers Eplay24, StarYes, and Sisal have set the Spanish prodigy's odds at 3.00, making him the...weiterlesen »

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5 billion barrels untapped as researchers push special framework for West of Shetland

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A University of Aberdeen report calls for a dedicated fiscal and regulatory framework for the West of Shetland oil and gas basin, arguing it holds the UK's largest remaining offshore potential with approximately...weiterlesen »

Man charged with attempted murder after stolen police car driven at officer

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A man has been remanded in custody after appearing in court accused of attempting to murder a police officer in Downpatrick. The officer remains hospitalized with serious injuries after a stolen police...weiterlesen »

Labour MP sues Musk's xAI over fake sexualized images as Starmer vows full support

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Labour MP Jess Asato filed a High Court claim against Elon Musk's xAI on Wednesday, seeking damages and accountability for AI-generated fake images of her created by chatbot Grok. Prime Minister Sir Keir...weiterlesen »

Rapper Stormzy hit with £866 court bill after typing maps address in Ferrari

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Rapper Stormzy has been fined £533 for using his mobile phone while driving a £400,000 Ferrari – the second time he has been caught breaking the law at the wheel. The 32-year-old music star was pulled...weiterlesen »

Deschamps to step down after 2026 World Cup, ending 14-year era as France coach

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France coach Didier Deschamps has described Germany as one of the best nations in European and world football ahead of the 2026 World Cup, despite their recent struggles. In an interview with kicker magazine,...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Influencer turns herself into 'living World Cup album' with sticker tribute

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Brazilian influencer Kerolay Chaves has gone viral after covering her entire body with more than 1,000 World Cup stickers. The unusual tribute to football took seven hours to complete and serves as her...weiterlesen »

Your festival tent could be worth cash: Decathlon offers refunds to stop field waste

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Decathlon is offering cash refunds for used tents this summer to tackle a growing environmental problem: festival-goers abandoning their gear in fields across the UK. The sporting goods retailer has updated...weiterlesen »

$8.9bn World Cup revenue projected - but host cities face booking crisis

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FIFA expects to generate a record $8.9 billion in revenue from the 2026 World Cup, a 56% increase from the Qatar tournament. But high ticket prices, visa hurdles, and softer-than-expected hotel bookings...weiterlesen »

Shakira's "Waka Waka" comeback attempt - what you need to know about the 2026 World Cup anthems

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Multiple artists are releasing anthems for the 2026 World Cup summer, continuing the tradition of music accompanying football's biggest tournament. From international superstars to German Schlager icons...weiterlesen »

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World Cup Fever in Vienna: Lugner City Becomes a Meeting Point for Football Fans

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The Football World Cup is approaching – and with it begins the hunt for the last missing Panini stickers for many fans. Therefore, the official World Cup sticker exchange will take place again on Friday...weiterlesen »

Stonehenge altar stone: Glacier carried it 435 miles, then Neolithic Britons moved it twice

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Stonehenge's six-tonne altar stone travelled from northeast Scotland to Salisbury Plain via glacier during the last Ice Age, new research has revealed. The finding solves part of the mystery of how the...weiterlesen »

SNP accused of defrauding members after Swinney admits spending ringfenced funds

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A pro-independence activist has reported First Minister John Swinney to Police Scotland after Swinney admitted that £600,000 raised for a referendum campaign in 2017 was spent on general party activities....weiterlesen »

Why artists from 71 countries are flocking to Edinburgh despite economic headwinds

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The Edinburgh Festival Fringe has launched its 2026 program with 3,649 shows across 258 venues, marking a notable surge in international participation as the world's largest arts festival prepares for...weiterlesen »

Personalized tickets, fake hotels, counterfeit merch - the World Cup scam wave

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Saxony's consumer protection agency has warned fans about fraudulent ticket and travel offers ahead of the Football World Cup in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The Verbraucherzentrale Sachsen cautioned...weiterlesen »

Police forced to review race guidance after murder case sparks political firestorm

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The National Police Chiefs' Council has announced a review of its race guidance for police forces after the document came under intense scrutiny following the murder of teenager Henry Nowak. The move comes...weiterlesen »

250,000 more job losses expected as unemployment set to hit 5.8% by mid-2027

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One in three UK businesses are considering making staff redundant by early next year, new research reveals. The findings point to a looming wave of job cuts that could push unemployment to its highest...weiterlesen »

43% vs 40% - Burnham's knife-edge by-election could topple Starmer

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Residents of Makerfield are fed up with the swarm of journalists and "celebrity" politicians descending on their constituency ahead of a crucial by-election on June 18. Locals report feeling like extras...weiterlesen »

Man City sets World Cup record with 19 players - Barcelona leads Spain with 8

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Manchester City has set a new record with 19 players called up to the World Cup across 12 different countries. But when examining individual top national teams, FC Barcelona emerges as the leading supplier,...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Netherlands lose to Algeria after Zidane's son pulls off stunning saves

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Algeria stunned the Netherlands 1-0 in a World Cup warm-up match on Wednesday in Rotterdam, ending the Dutch team's 10-game unbeaten streak with a spectacular late goal. Feyenoord winger Anis Hadj Moussa...weiterlesen »

40-year-old Neuer faces fierce criticism as Germany's World Cup keeper pick

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Former German goalkeeper Uli Stein has launched a scathing attack on coach Julian Nagelsmann's decision to select Manuel Neuer as starting goalkeeper for the 2026 World Cup. The 71-year-old veteran believes...weiterlesen »

Messi or Ronaldo? German stars' answer draws groans from 120 kids at Chicago event

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German national soccer players David Raum and Leon Goretzka faced the ultimate question at a fan event in Chicago: Messi or Ronaldo? Both quickly chose the Argentinian star, sparking mixed reactions from...weiterlesen »

Praised Mandelson privately, slammed him publicly - now ethics probe demanded for Alexander

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SNP Westminster leader Dave Doogan has called for an investigation into Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander over his failure to declare a meeting with Lord Peter Mandelson's lobbying firm for 18 months....weiterlesen »

Acquitted but still detained: British man's 8-year ordeal in India as Cooper heads to Delhi

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A British man imprisoned in India for more than eight years has sent a stark message as Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper prepares to meet Indian officials this week: "I'm stuck in a broken country with...weiterlesen »

One week out: Mexico's World Cup prep ends with Serbia test in Toluca

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Mexico faces Serbia on Thursday in their final preparation match before the 2026 World Cup kicks off. The game at Estadio Nemesio Diez in Toluca comes exactly one week before Mexico's tournament debut...weiterlesen »

World Cup tickets resold below price as FIFA cancels hotel blocks - club soccer overtakes tournament

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The World Cup is set to begin in North America, but the tournament faces an unprecedented challenge: striking lack of public interest. Thousands of tickets remain unsold, some are being resold below their...weiterlesen »

$200 vs $700 for same seats: Why are bulk World Cup tickets appearing on resale platforms?

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Ticket resale platform SeatGeek has denied allegations it is colluding with FIFA to offload unsold World Cup tickets, as controversy intensifies over the football body's dynamic pricing strategy less than...weiterlesen »

Cooper raises Jimmy Lai case in Beijing but stops short of demanding release

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Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has vowed to continue pressing China over the detention of British citizen Jimmy Lai, resisting calls from opposition figures to demand his immediate release as she wrapped...weiterlesen »

Queen Camilla pins bravery medal on seriously ill boy, seven, at exclusive Clarence House tea party

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A seriously ill seven-year-old boy had his bravery medal pinned on by Queen Camilla during a special tea party at Clarence House. Rupert Williams, who lives with life-threatening digestive and blood-clotting...weiterlesen »

Former MI6 chief who warned Britain to rearm against Russia dies at 62

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Sir Alex Younger, the former head of Britain's Secret Intelligence Service, has died at the age of 62 after being treated for cancer. His family confirmed his death in Boston in the early hours of Tuesday...weiterlesen »

World Cup fans face $7,256 Final tickets and 50% hotel surges on match days

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Hotel rooms in FIFA World Cup host cities cost about 50 percent more on game nights than on regular summer evenings, according to an analysis by The Athletic . The price surge affects all 16 host cities...weiterlesen »

Woman accusing Donaldson of rape blames herself for not reporting abuse sooner

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A woman alleging she was raped as a child by Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has told a court she "tried not to be a victim" but now blames herself for not reporting the abuse sooner. During cross-examination at...weiterlesen »

King Charles and Southgate launch 2027 youth employment programme

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King Charles has launched a major youth employment initiative alongside Sir Gareth Southgate, bringing together young professionals, Cabinet ministers and celebrity mentors at Buckingham Palace on Wednesday....weiterlesen »

From Bad Criticism to Viral Marketing: What's Behind It

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A kebab snack bar is currently attracting attention on the internet with an unusual reaction to a bad Google review. The accompanying video is being shared thousands of times on social media and has already...weiterlesen »

Man faces attempted murder charge after striking officer with stolen police vehicle in Downpatrick

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A police officer suffered serious injuries after being struck by a stolen police car in Downpatrick over the weekend. A 36-year-old man has now been charged with attempted murder. The incident occurred...weiterlesen »

Reading enjoyment hits 20-year low as Paddington Bear becomes literacy ambassador

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Queen Camilla joined 150 volunteers and schoolchildren at the British Library on Wednesday to celebrate the National Year of Reading 2026. The highlight: cutting a cake shaped like a marmalade sandwich...weiterlesen »

Why Scotland's leader is skipping Trump this time - after multiple golf course meetings

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Scotland's First Minister John Swinney will not meet Donald Trump during his upcoming trip to the United States for the World Cup. He told the Press Association on Wednesday that his government has had...weiterlesen »

$63 million paid to settle bizarre 99-year ticket dispute days before World Cup opener

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A longstanding dispute over exclusive seating rights at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium has reached a breakthrough just days before the 2026 World Cup opening match. The stadium operator Ollamani has paid...weiterlesen »

Labor Market Austria: More Employed, But Also More Unemployed

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The non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 6.3 percent. The number of employed persons increased by 24,800, which is attributed to increases among women aged 60 to 64 and in part-time employment....weiterlesen »

Debenhams shares surge 25% as retailer returns to growth after months of decline

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Debenhams Group has returned to growth after months of declining sales, sending shares up 25% in early trading on Wednesday. The retailer's turnaround strategy is starting to deliver results. The company...weiterlesen »

Barclays staff get 5.35% raise - but investment bankers can earn 10 times their salary

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Around 20,000 Barclays staff in the UK will receive a 5.35% pay rise after the trade union Unite secured a deal with the banking giant. The agreement marks one of the leading pay settlements in the finance...weiterlesen »

Sir Ian Cheshire appointed Ofcom chief, vows 'serious conversations' on Nigel Farage's GB News role

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Sir Ian Cheshire has been appointed as the new chairman of Ofcom, the UK's communications regulator. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall confirmed the 66-year-old will take over from Lord Michael Grade, whose...weiterlesen »

The World Cup team where only one player was actually born in the country

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Curaçao will make history at the 2026 World Cup as the smallest nation by population ever to compete in the tournament. The Caribbean island of just 155,000 people has qualified for Group E, where they...weiterlesen »

Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi honored with Princess of Asturias Award

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Lionel Messi has been awarded the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, adding another prestigious honor to his extraordinary career. The jury recognized the Argentine footballer for his exceptional...weiterlesen »

31 stab wounds and a gas explosion - how rage killed charity founder in Stoke Newington

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An electrician has been found guilty of murdering his partner by stabbing her 31 times before triggering a gas explosion that destroyed their London home. Clifton George, 45, killed Annabel Rook, 46, during...weiterlesen »

Heat Becomes a Growing Challenge for Schools

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74 percent had difficulty concentrating, 74 percent suffered from fatigue and exhaustion, and 58 percent from headaches. 66 percent find it difficult to follow the lessons, said the surveyed children according...weiterlesen »

Gary Lineker lands £14m Netflix deal for World Cup podcast from Times Square

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Gary Lineker has signed a £14 million deal with Netflix to produce a daily World Cup podcast from Manhattan's Times Square following his departure from the BBC in 2025. The former England striker will...weiterlesen »

New World Cup Prediction: Who Researchers Say Will Become World Champion

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Who will be the Football World Champion 2026? This question has been explored by a research team led by Achim Zeileis from the University of Innsbruck and Andreas Groll from TU Dortmund using artificial...weiterlesen »

Mexico hosts World Cup in cartel-controlled cities - 130,000 missing, mass graves found near stadium

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Mexico is preparing to host World Cup matches in June while drug cartels exert control over parts of the country, creating security concerns for the global sporting event. Over 130,000 people are missing...weiterlesen »

Drones fly 1,000 km to hit St. Petersburg hours before Putin's flagship forum

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Ukrainian drones struck an oil terminal in St. Petersburg, sending black smoke over Vladimir Putin's hometown just as the city prepares to host Russia's flagship economic forum. The overnight attack targeted...weiterlesen »

The visa that came too late - Haiti's only home-based player misses World Cup warmup

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Woodensky Pierre has received his US visa, clearing the way for the Haitian midfielder to participate in the upcoming World Cup. But the approval came with bitter irony - it arrived too late for Haiti's...weiterlesen »

ÖAMTC: Diesel Cheaper in May, Gasoline More Expensive – Fuel Prices Rising Again Now

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Those who regularly refuel in Austria experienced an unusual development in May: While diesel became significantly cheaper, gasoline drivers had to dig deeper into their pockets. This is shown by the current...weiterlesen »

Skeptics Pile In Ahead of SpaceX’s Record IPO: „Grossly Overvalued“

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Just before the largest IPO in history, voices calling SpaceX massively overvalued are growing louder. A look at the numbers shows: the company wants to go public at a revenue multiple that exceeds even...weiterlesen »

Austria Reaches Passport Milestone

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The Austrian passport has reached a significant milestone. Since the introduction of the new design at the end of 2023, two million documents have already been issued. The two-millionth copy went to a...weiterlesen »

£10m penalty: Ovo Energy left vulnerable households at 'clear risk of harm', regulator finds

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Ovo Energy has agreed to pay more than £10 million after Britain's energy regulator Ofgem found the supplier failed to adequately monitor vulnerable customers on prepayment meters, putting them at "clear...weiterlesen »

35.1C spring record broken - Met Office warns second heatwave could hit UK this summer

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The UK experienced its warmest spring on record, and forecasters now predict a second heatwave could hit the country this summer. The Met Office's latest three-month outlook indicates above-average temperatures...weiterlesen »

Beckham receives Hollywood Walk of Fame star hours before World Cup kickoff

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English football icon David Beckham will receive a star on Hollywood's legendary Walk of Fame on June 12, just hours before the FIFA World Cup kicks off in the United States. The ceremony recognizes the...weiterlesen »

Rashford's £26m Barcelona dilemma looms as England reveal World Cup squad numbers

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England's World Cup squad numbers have been revealed ahead of the tournament starting next week, offering insight into Thomas Tuchel's thinking for the opening match against Croatia on June 17. The team...weiterlesen »

Buried Female Corpse in Münchendorf: Autopsy Ordered

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The discovery is causing a stir: Last week, a woman’s body was found in Münchendorf (Mödling district), which, according to media reports, was said to have been encased in a house wall. The Vienna Public...weiterlesen »

Factorial Raises $150 Million, Joins the Ranks of Europe’s Most Valuable AI Scale-ups

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Spanish software company Factorial has closed a Series D financing round worth $150 million, with the deal valuing the company at over $2.5 billion. That puts the Barcelona firm, founded in 2016, among...weiterlesen »

Only 28% of Americans plan to watch World Cup despite hosting tournament starting June 11

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Despite hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup in just over a week, fewer than three in ten Americans plan to watch the tournament. A Pew Research Center survey found only 28 percent of US adults will follow...weiterlesen »

Arsenal sends 16 players to World Cup as squads confirmed - Athletic Club hits 76-year high

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Arsenal will send 16 players to the FIFA World Cup 2026 as all 48 nations have now confirmed their final 26-player squads. The tournament kicks off June 11 across the United States, Canada and Mexico....weiterlesen »

All 48 World Cup squads finalized - rosters locked ahead of June 11 kickoff

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in eight days with a historic expansion to 48 teams and 104 matches across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, marking...weiterlesen »

Bundesliga clubs to receive €21 million from FIFA for World Cup players - Bayern leads with €3.8 million

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Bundesliga clubs will receive millions in compensation from FIFA for players participating in the upcoming World Cup in North America. Bayern Munich leads German clubs with nearly 3.81 million euros for...weiterlesen »

World Cup rosters finalized - teams complete final preparations ahead of June 11 kickoff

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in just eight days, marking the largest tournament in football history. Forty-eight national teams will compete across the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June...weiterlesen »

Black men twice as likely to die from prostate cancer - but excluded from screening

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Health Secretary James Murray has accepted a controversial recommendation to screen only a few thousand high-risk men for prostate cancer, while announcing £20 million to expand research trials for black...weiterlesen »

That iconic Gazza tears moment? The shirt is now Sports Direct's hottest retro seller

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Sports Direct has revealed that Paul Gascoigne's iconic Italia '90 England shirt is now its best-selling retro football top, as World Cup fever drives unprecedented demand for classic football designs....weiterlesen »

54% of US immigrants plan to watch World Cup - but only 23% of native-born Americans will tune in

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup faces a surprising challenge in one of its host nations. Despite the tournament taking place on American soil for the first time in 32 years, fewer than 30 percent of US adults...weiterlesen »

World Cup 2026 kicks off June 11: 48 teams compete for record $871m prize money

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup will make history as the largest tournament ever, featuring 48 teams competing across 104 matches in three host nations. The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, with Mexico,...weiterlesen »

World Cup kicks off in 8 days as model predicts host Mexico's early exit

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11 with Mexico facing South Africa at Estadio Ciudad de México. The tournament marks a historic milestone as the first World Cup hosted by three nations and the...weiterlesen »

Italy fields team with 20.5 average age in radical rebuild after third World Cup miss

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Silvio Baldini will lead Italy's senior national team tomorrow evening in a friendly against Luxembourg. The Under-21 coach steps in as interim successor to Gennaro Gattuso, whose tenure ended after Italy...weiterlesen »

World Cup prize money jumps $144m as FIFA announces record $871 million pool

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in eight days with Mexico facing South Africa on June 11 at Estadio Ciudad de México. The tournament marks historic firsts: 48 teams instead of 32, 104 matches across...weiterlesen »

2026 World Cup starts in nine days with three opening ceremonies - Katy Perry, J Balvin, Alanis Morissette to perform

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in nine days, marking the first time three nations have jointly hosted the tournament. The United States, Mexico, and Canada will share hosting duties for a competition...weiterlesen »

FIFA finalizes record $871 million prize pool days before 2026 World Cup kickoff in Mexico City

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off June 11 in Mexico City, launching a historic tournament that will span three nations for the first time. The expanded 48-team competition runs through July 19 across the...weiterlesen »

Why Switzerland left four young talents home - and what Yakin fears most

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Switzerland's national football coach Murat Yakin has made a controversial bet for the upcoming World Cup. He has excluded several promising young talents in favor of experienced players, prioritizing...weiterlesen »

The model that called Germany 2014, France 2018, Argentina 2022 - now it predicts Mexico's early exit

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A mathematical model that correctly predicted the last three World Cup champions forecasts a disappointing tournament for Mexico in 2026, projecting the host nation will be eliminated in the round of 32...weiterlesen »

21 photos compete for UK award - public votes on images from Kate's VE Day to Manchester attack

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A photograph capturing the Princess of Wales and her three children watching the Red Arrows flypast during VE Day celebrations at Buckingham Palace has been shortlisted for the UK Picture Editors Guild...weiterlesen »

The gaming alibi that unravelled: How police caught partner who murdered pregnant woman

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Stephen McCullagh faces sentencing for murdering his pregnant partner Natalie McNally in a violent attack at her home in Lurgan, Northern Ireland, in December 2022. The 36-year-old was convicted by a jury...weiterlesen »

What Harry Kane said when he saw his Madame Tussauds waxwork for the first time

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Harry Kane has been immortalised as a waxwork at Madame Tussauds in London – and the England captain says seeing his lifelike replica is "like looking in a mirror." The unveiling comes ahead of the World...weiterlesen »

Spain's World Cup edge? De la Fuente reveals what's changed since Euro glory

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Spain's national team coach Luis de la Fuente believes his squad is better prepared for the 2026 World Cup than when they won Euro 2024. The 64-year-old told Cadena SER's 'El Larguero' that increased maturity,...weiterlesen »

97 of 104 World Cup matches face dangerous heat as climate change threatens player safety

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Climate change has dramatically increased the risk of extreme heat during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with 97 of 104 scheduled matches now facing a higher probability of dangerous temperatures that could...weiterlesen »

What Davina McCall told Princess Kate about going public with cancer diagnosis

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The Princess of Wales and TV presenter Davina McCall discussed their personal cancer experiences at a reception celebrating Cancer Research UK's 125th anniversary. The gathering at London's St James's...weiterlesen »

US bars IRGC-linked officials from Iran's World Cup delegation as team trains in Mexico

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The United States will deny entry to Iranians with ties to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) who attempt to join Iran's World Cup delegation. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the policy...weiterlesen »

10 days before World Cup: Teachers clash with police as Mexico City fan zone threatened

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Mexican police deployed tear gas against protesting teachers in the capital ten days before the country hosts the Football World Cup opening match. The clash erupted Monday when demonstrators broke through...weiterlesen »

Only 6% of World Cup train tickets sold as MetLife Stadium faces transport crisis

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New Jersey Transit has sold fewer than 6% of train tickets for World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium, raising concerns about a looming transportation crisis as the tournament approaches. As of Monday at...weiterlesen »

FIFA introduces AI technology for 2026 World Cup: Smart ball, offside alerts and player avatars

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature Trionda, an AI-powered football that transmits 500 data points per second to help referees make faster and more accurate decisions. The connected ball, developed by...weiterlesen »

70,000 dead but minister's Gaza warnings dismissed as 'hysterical' in leaked texts

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Wes Streeting has revealed he felt like he was "hitting up against a brick wall" when he raised concerns about the Gaza war while serving as health secretary. The admission comes after WhatsApp messages...weiterlesen »

$1,000 for the cheapest seat: Scotland fans pay top-10 World Cup prices despite 28-year wait

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Scotland's devoted football supporters are paying some of the highest ticket prices at the 2026 World Cup despite their nation's relatively small population and 28-year absence from the tournament. The...weiterlesen »

$178,000 fine upheld but stadium closure lifted: Mexico can play World Cup opener

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Mexico's football federation has lost its appeal against FIFA fines for homophobic fan chants. The Court of Arbitration for Sport upheld $178,000 in financial penalties on Tuesday but lifted a stadium...weiterlesen »

Why millions in Latin America pray to soccer players like saints

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Santiago García stood in his grandmother's intensive care room and took off his beloved Boca Juniors necklace. He placed it around her neck and whispered: "Boca will save you." And it did, García said,...weiterlesen »

De la Fuente vows to carry Merino to World Cup despite 4-month injury absence

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Spain's national team has assembled for World Cup 2026 with Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino joining training despite minimal match fitness - a gamble coach Luis de la Fuente is willing to take in a tournament...weiterlesen »

Ghana names Partey to World Cup squad despite facing seven rape charges and one sexual assault charge

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Ghana has named Thomas Partey to its 26-player squad for the 2026 World Cup despite the midfielder facing seven counts of rape and one count of sexual assault. The controversial selection comes as Partey...weiterlesen »

1,248 players named for 2026 World Cup as 891 debutants set to make tournament history

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FIFA has released the official squad lists for the 2026 World Cup, revealing a record 1,248 players from 48 nations will compete in the tournament. The expanded format has brought 891 players making their...weiterlesen »

21-day isolation, cancelled matches: How Ebola is disrupting Congo's World Cup dream

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The mayor of La Línea de la Concepción in southern Spain has banned a World Cup warm-up match between DR Congo and Chile. The decision comes amid fears over the Ebola outbreak in the African nation, just...weiterlesen »

Soldier dies after fall at Royal Windsor Horse Show where King Charles was present

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Lance Bombardier Ciara Sullivan was laid to rest with full military honors at The Guards' Chapel in central London. The 24-year-old soldier died after falling from her horse at the Royal Windsor Horse...weiterlesen »

Scotland prepare for first World Cup in 28 years as Clarke faces crucial lineup decisions against Bolivia

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Scotland faces Bolivia on Saturday in their final World Cup warm-up match as head coach Steve Clarke makes crucial last-minute decisions before the tournament begins. The match in Harrison, New Jersey,...weiterlesen »

2026 World Cup: 10-second substitution rule and 5-second limits for set pieces

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Football's 2026 World Cup will introduce strict new rules to combat time-wasting and unsportsmanlike behavior. The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has approved the regulations, which take...weiterlesen »

Fox accuses MoD of misleading Chinook crash inquiries as families demand truth 32 years on

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Former Defence Secretary Sir Liam Fox has called on Sir Keir Starmer to launch a new inquiry into the 1994 Chinook helicopter crash that killed 29 serving military personnel. Fox delivered a letter to...weiterlesen »

Brain nurse becomes patient in rooftop garden she helped create at St George's Hospital

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Queen Camilla has opened a rooftop garden at St George's Hospital in Tooting, South London, praising the "wonderful" sanctuary it provides for patients with serious brain conditions. The space offers fresh...weiterlesen »

Why German broadcasters are spending big on World Cup experts like Klopp and Müller

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German television broadcasters have assembled a star-studded lineup of former players and coaches for their 2026 World Cup coverage, with Telekom making the biggest splash by signing Jürgen Klopp and Thomas...weiterlesen »

Messi races against time as hamstring injury threatens Argentina's World Cup opener

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Lionel Messi is racing against time to be fit for Argentina's World Cup title defense. The 38-year-old captain trained separately from the squad in Kansas City on Monday due to left hamstring inflammation,...weiterlesen »

10-second rule costs Iceland as Japan scores winner with 11 vs 10

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Japan exploited a new substitution rule to defeat Iceland 1-0 in a friendly match on Sunday. The victory showcased how upcoming regulatory changes could dramatically impact match dynamics at the 2026 World...weiterlesen »

London's Royal Exchange up for sale - luxury hub with Hermès and Tiffany at 99% occupancy

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The retail space at London's historic Royal Exchange has been put up for sale by its US owner, four years after acquiring the landmark property for close to £50 million. The Ardent Companies has hired...weiterlesen »

18 Kilograms of Cannabis Discovered in Transit Luggage at the Airport

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Officers from the Schwechat City Police Command, Criminal Service Border Police Department, found a piece of luggage containing a total of around 18 kilograms of cannabis herb during inspections at Vienna-Schwechat...weiterlesen »

Senegal announces World Cup squad as Mané confirms final tournament at 34

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Senegal has unveiled its squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, with captain Sadio Mané set to lead the Lions of Teranga in what he has confirmed will be his final major tournament. The team debuts in...weiterlesen »

Wait, Grimace is a football legend? McDonald's World Cup cups feature mascot alongside Beckham

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McDonald's is launching special FIFA World Cup 2026 themed meals and collectible cups featuring football legends across global markets. The fast-food chain, an official sponsor of the tournament, starts...weiterlesen »

Austria's Largest Private University: British Investor Takes Over Sigmund Freud Private University in Vienna

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The Sigmund Freud Private University (SFU) has a new owner. The British investment firm Oakley Capital is taking over the operating company of the SFU, previously held by the founding trio Alfred Pritz,...weiterlesen »

Chuckle Brother resists 'To me, to you' joke with King Charles at MBE ceremony

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Paul Elliott resisted the urge to use the Chuckle Brothers' legendary "To me, to you" catchphrase when King Charles handed him an MBE on Tuesday. The 78-year-old comedian decided against it after considering...weiterlesen »

Stiftung Warentest: This is the Best Milk Chocolate

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Chocolate is a part of everyday life for many. But which milk chocolate offers the best overall package of taste, quality, and ingredients? Stiftung Warentest pursued this question and took a closer look...weiterlesen »

Mysterious Discovery in the Caribbean Causes a Stir in the Tech Scene

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An unusual find is currently causing a stir in the tech world. As Randy Pitchford, co-founder of the video game developer Gearbox, reports on the platform X, a smartwatch was discovered on the seabed off...weiterlesen »

Summer Start with Rain: This Is Not a Good Sign

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This year, summer in Austria begins with an umbrella instead of sunglasses. Right on time for the meteorological start of summer on June 1st, clouds, rain, and comparatively cool temperatures dominated...weiterlesen »

Stalking allegations probed after woman and ex-partner die in Bristol explosion

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The police watchdog has launched an investigation into the deaths of a woman and her former partner killed in an explosion at a Bristol home – examining years of prior police contact with the couple. Jo...weiterlesen »

200 Jobs in Vienna Gone: WKÖ Launches Biggest Savings Plan in Years

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As already reported, savings will also be made in the Federal Chamber in Vienna. There, 200 out of 800 positions will be cut by the end of 2027, according to the Chamber’s statement to the APA. The job...weiterlesen »

£400k SNP fraud: Murrell bought £124k motorhome, drove it 4 miles and left it unused

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Scotland's First Minister John Swinney has expressed his "horror" at the "colossal breach of trust" committed by Peter Murrell, the former SNP chief executive who admitted embezzling £400,310.65 from the...weiterlesen »

75-year-old football icon forced to confirm illness after tech mishap goes public

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Sir Kenny Dalglish has revealed he is undergoing cancer treatment after an inadvertent social media post forced the 75-year-old football legend to confirm his diagnosis publicly. The news became known...weiterlesen »

Wiener Neustadt Gets New Provost

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In the provost and main parish of Wiener Neustadt, there is a significant change. Thomas Renner will become the new provost on September 1st, succeeding Franz Xaver Brandmayr. Brandmayr is leaving Wiener...weiterlesen »

"Plenty of Room for Improvement": Parental Leave Remains Predominantly a Women's Issue

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At least a recently declining trend could be stopped, according to the current AK re-entry monitoring by L & R Social Research. The proportion of men among those on parental leave was recently 18.8 percent....weiterlesen »

Vienna Launches Preventive Pilot Project for Colon Cancer Screening

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“For years, we have wished for and demanded an Austria-wide model of colorectal cancer screening, similar to mammography screening. Unfortunately, it seemed that this was not possible nationwide for monetary...weiterlesen »

First World Cup since 1998: These Bundesliga Players Are in the Final Round

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At the World Cup starting on June 11 in the USA, Mexico, and Canada, eight players will be seen who were active in the Austrian league this season. A quintet without World Cup experience does not wear...weiterlesen »

440lb cage collapsed on Paralympian's head - and it had fallen before with no action taken

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UK Athletics has been fined £350,000 for the corporate manslaughter of a Paralympian who died when a 440lb practice cage collapsed on his head. Father-of-five Abdullah Hayayei, 36, was killed in what a...weiterlesen »

The messages that could end a career: Alexander's private praise for disgraced Mandelson revealed

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SNP MP Kirsty Blackman has called for Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander to resign over what she described as "sycophantic and pitiful messages" to Lord Peter Mandelson. The demand comes after documents...weiterlesen »