- Wales FA withdraws support for Infantino’s re-election following FIFA plan failure
- Saskatchewan government continues funding for Saskatoon human trafficking team
- Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinds anti-weaponization fund plan
- Appeal made to find schoolgirl who went missing nearly 50 years ago
- Man detained after British woman found dead in suitcase in Athens
- Morocco reports 11 dead in Ceuta crossing attempt amid migrant surge
- Japan and US announce joint intervention to support yen amid decline
- B.C. wildfires increase, prompting evacuation orders for over 5,000 people
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Wales has become the first football federation to withdraw support for Gianni Infantino’s re-election as FIFA President for the 2027-2031 term, following the cancellation of a controversial plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights. The Football Association of Wales cited governance failures as the reason for its decision.
A 26-year-old man has been arrested in Athens for the manslaughter of British charity worker Elisabeth Jane Ross, whose body was found in a suitcase on July 18.
Japan and the United States have confirmed a joint intervention to support the yen, which has fallen to 40-year lows. The Japanese Ministry of Finance stated the action addresses excessive volatility, with further measures possible. US President Donald Trump characterised the intervention as a sign of friendship and economic support.
Russia has limited mobile internet access in major cities, including Moscow and St Petersburg, for over a week. Residents have turned to walkie-talkies and paper maps to communicate. These restrictions follow a new law allowing the FSB to order telecom shutdowns. Stay updated on further developments.
An explosion at a Jewish school in Amsterdam has been deemed a deliberate attack against the Jewish community, prompting a manhunt for the suspect caught on camera. The blast, which occurred early Saturday, caused limited damage but has heightened fears among local residents.
Dubai influencers are defending their lifestyle amid ongoing airstrikes, dismissing those fleeing as ‘brokies.’ Mitchell Armstrong insists nothing has changed for them, even as external tensions rise. Soudio echoes this sentiment, urging critics to reconsider their choices.
Israeli officials confirm Benjamin Netanyahu was not targeted in an air strike. Despite social media speculation regarding a manipulated image, evidence shows Netanyahu is safely directing military operations from Israel. Further updates are expected following his recent press conference.
The US Pentagon confirmed its involvement in the strike on Shajarah Tayyebeh elementary school, resulting in the tragic deaths of 175 children. This follows an ongoing investigation, with the White House yet to comment on the findings. Further updates are expected as the inquiry continues.
Iran has struck two oil tankers, the Marshall Islands-flagged Safesea Vishnu and the Zefyros, off Iraq’s coast, resulting in one fatality and multiple fires. Iraq has halted all oil import and export operations. Further updates are expected as the situation develops.
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