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Morocco and Brazil played to a 1-1 draw in the World Cup 2026 opener at New York New Jersey Stadium, with over 80,000 fans in attendance. Following the match, local supporters celebrated the New York Knicks’ NBA Finals victory, marking their first championship since 1973.

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Longstanding tensions between progressive Jewish groups in the US and Israeli officials were spotlighted during the annual Israel Day Parade in New York, attended by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich. Protesters voiced opposition to the event, linking Israel’s actions in Gaza to their identities as Jews and calling for a reassessment of support for Israel.

Israeli and Palestinian groups appeal in Paris for global support to maintain the two-state solution amid ongoing Middle East tensions.

A woman suffered serious injuries after an 11ft white shark attack while swimming off Coogee Beach in Sydney; the beach was subsequently closed.

What’s going on?
Switzerland’s People’s Party has proposed a national population cap of 10 million. This proposal is set to be voted on in a referendum. The move signals a pivotal shift in Swiss immigration policy.

Different headlines portray varying emphases. CNBC states, “Switzerland is voting on whether to cap its population at 10 million. Here’s what to know,” focusing on the procedural aspect of the vote. In contrast, The Guardian reports, “Swiss wait to hear result of ballot on capping population at 10 million,” which highlights the anticipation around the vote’s outcome.

Coverage analysed: CNBC | The Guardian

Thailand’s Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati has died at 47 following over three years in a coma after a heart condition caused her collapse.

The United States started their 2026 World Cup campaign with a commanding 4-1 victory over Paraguay in Los Angeles. Key performances from Folarin Balogun, who netted two goals, and Gio Reyna, who added a curling effort late in the match, secured the win amid a star-studded crowd.

Ukrainian drones targeted the Tolyattikauchuk petrochemical plant and Taneko oil refinery during Russia Day, prompting severe restrictions and event cancellations.

Pope Leo XIV departed the Canary Islands for Rome on Friday aboard a Falcon plane provided by King Felipe VI, following a technical fault with his original aircraft. The flight, delayed by half an hour, took off shortly after 6:00 pm and is expected to arrive by 11:00 pm.