# 2026 World Cup Round of 32 Predictions: Why France Are the Team to Beat — Chris Sutton’s Picks As the 2026 FIFA World Cup shifts into the knockout phase, attention turns to the Round of 32 matchups that will decide which nations remain in the hunt for global glory. BBC Sport pundit Chris Sutton […]

# Algeria vs Austria 3-3: Did Gijón’s Shadow Return? A Deep Dive into the Controversial Draw When Algeria and Austria played out a dramatic 3-3 stalemate, reactions were immediate and polarized. For many fans and pundits, the match unearthed memories of the infamous 1982 encounter known as the “Disgrace of Gijón.” For others, it was

# How Canada’s Breakthrough World Cup Run Is Rewriting the Country’s Soccer Story Canada’s recent World Cup campaign has captured the nation’s imagination. What began as a hopeful qualification morphed into an inspiring sequence of performances that have many Canadians talking about a new era for the sport. Beyond the results on the pitch, this

# Tragedy on the Frontlines: Three Firefighters Killed as Massive Wildfires Rage Along the Colorado–Utah Border Wildfires have erupted across parts of Colorado and Utah, producing some of the most intense blazes seen in the region this season. In a devastating development, three firefighters lost their lives while fighting these fires along the Colorado–Utah border.

# More than a Million Young People Referred for Mental Health Help in England — Anxiety Tops the List The number of children and adolescents referred for mental health support in England has surged to more than a million, placing unprecedented strain on services. Anxiety has emerged as the most common reason for referrals, and

# Deadly Skydiving Plane Crash in Eastern France: 11 People Killed — What Happened and What We Know A small aircraft carrying skydivers crashed in eastern France, resulting in the deaths of everyone on board. Local authorities have confirmed that all occupants were killed, and among them were several people making their first parachute jump.

# Emma Raducanu Withdraws from Wimbledon with Stress Fracture: What This Means for Her Season and Recovery Emma Raducanu has pulled out of Wimbledon just before the tournament was due to begin, after sustaining a leg stress fracture. The news disappointed British tennis fans and raised questions about the timeline for her return, the impact

# Why Ben Stokes Stepped Away from England: Burnout, Pressure and the Road Ahead Ben Stokes’ decision to step back from international cricket has sent ripples through the sport. As one of England’s most influential all-rounders and a recent captain, his unexpected retirement left fans, teammates and pundits searching for answers. Stokes has framed the

# Short-Lived Cooldown and Scattered Showers This Week — Heat Likely to Bounce Back by the Weekend A noticeable dip in temperatures and a round of showers are expected to move through many areas this week, offering a temporary break from recent hot conditions. However, forecasters warn that the cooler weather may not last long:

# Why the Navy Is Prioritising Drone-Equipped Warships Over Replacing Ageing Destroyers The next defence investment plan signals a major shift in naval priorities: rather than commissioning straight replacements for ageing destroyers, the government intends to pour funds into modern vessels optimised to operate and carry unmanned systems. This pivot reflects evolving threats, technological change,