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BBC News BBC News - News Front Page Pubs and police brace for England-Mexico 1am kick-off after Fifa U-turn 04 July 2026 England's last-16 World Cup tie will kick off at 01:00 BST on Monday, after Fifa reconsidered bringing it forward. Dior dress and a man of honour: What we know about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding 04 July 2026 The couple tied the knot in New York on Friday, after months of speculation about when, where and how it would happen. Prince Harry will not be joined by Meghan and children on London trip 04 July 2026 The plans changed after it was confirmed they would not have taxpayer funded security, it is understood. Ukraine hits major oil terminal in Russia's St Petersburg 04 July 2026 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says the target is key infrastructure "that generates revenue for Russia's war". The massive scramble behind the scenes before the new PM arrives 04 July 2026 As Starmer gets ready to pack his bags, there's a "bunfight for jobs" in Whitehall, one MP tells Laura Kuenssberg. Serena Williams pulls out of Wimbledon doubles alongside sister Venus 04 July 2026 Serena Williams pulls out of her planned Wimbledon doubles appearance with older sister Venus because of a knee injury. The schools starting late after 1am England kick-off to 'reduce pressure' on parents 04 July 2026 Some schools are opting to open late, arguing they are striking the right balance, and many parents have backed the decision. Ear plugs have become a festival must-have - but they aren't all created equal 04 July 2026 Ear plugs are becoming an increasingly popular accessory at music festivals. 'Flamingo Revolution' takes off as thousands demand Albanian PM's resignation 04 July 2026 Flamingos have become a national symbol of protest, triggered by opposition to a luxury development. 'Hotter and hotter and hotter' - Europe's new climate in seven charts 04 July 2026 Temperature records were smashed in June - and scientists warn this is a sign of things to come.	Latest News From Euronews \| Euronews RSS 04 July 2026 Latest news from Euronews Latest news bulletin \| July 4th, 2026 – Evening 04 July 2026 Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 4th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Spain and Italy send firefighting resources to Portugal 04 July 2026 Heat has reached Portugal and with it the fires, with the Vouzela blaze now the main worry for authorities and locals. Their call for help has brought international teams. 400,000-year-old intact cave found in Israel sheds light on pre-Neanderthal era 04 July 2026 A prehistoric cave found near Foreidis in northern Israel is offering a rare glimpse into a little-known phase of human evolution. Sealed for hundreds of thousands of years, the site preserves tools, animal remains and evidence of prolonged occupation. World leaders and royals celebrate the US's 250th birthday 04 July 2026 "The story of the relationship between our two nations is one of extraordinary evolution, from overcoming conflict to forging one of the closest and most productive alliances the world has seen," King Charles III said. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry at Madison Square Garden in private but lavish wedding 04 July 2026 The wedding, officiated by Adam Sandler, was attended by roughly 1,000 guests, including many A-list celebrities, singers, athletes and close friends and family. Keir Starmer calls decision to resign as British PM 'intensely personal' 04 July 2026 Starmer also said the next prime minister would not be able to spend any less time focusing on diplomacy and international affairs, citing the impact of the wars in Ukraine and Iran on the cost of living. Pope makes historic visit to Lampedusa, warns Europe: 'Deaths at sea are failures to act' 04 July 2026 Pope Francis has visited the island that symbolises the migrant crisis. Greeted by thousands, he stressed Europe’s duty to act and urged the faithful not to ignore the suffering of those forced to leave their homeland. Ukraine strikes oil infrastructure sites near Saint Petersburg, Zelenskyy says 04 July 2026 It comes after Moscow launched a massive drone and missile barrage at Kyiv earlier this week, killing at least 30 people and hitting more than 20 sites across the city. Trump warns of communist threat as Washington parade cancelled due to heatwave 04 July 2026 "Communism is a mortal threat to American liberty," Trump said during a speech on Friday. "It is the greatest threat to our country". Latest news bulletin \| July 4th, 2026 – Midday 04 July 2026 Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 4th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines Breaking news and world news from France 24 on Business, Sports, Culture. Video news. News from the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa, Middle East, America Rebel attacks in northern Mali: Some targets meant as 'diversions', expert says 04 July 2026 The Malian army said Saturday that several northern towns, including Gao and Sévaré, were targeted by rebels. The statement came as a rebel group announced a new offensive to capture a town in the country's north. Andrew Lebovich, a research fellow at Clingendael's Conflict Research Unit, said some of the targets were intended more as "diversions" than as primary objectives, unlike strategically important towns such as Anefis. France's first detected Ebola patient recovers, leaves hospital 04 July 2026 A doctor who was being treated for Ebola in France after having tested positive following a trip to the Democratic Republic of Congo has recovered and is out of hospital, Health Minister Stéphanie Rist said in a statement Saturday. It was the first time that French authorities had detected the deadly fever in France. A divided US celebrates 250th birthday as heatwave bears down on East Coast 04 July 2026 The US is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the country's independence on Saturday under sweltering temperatures, with a massive fireworks show planned in Washington following a speech by US President Donald Trump. France to face Paraguay as World Cup last 16 gets under way 04 July 2026 France are bracing for furnace-like temperatures when they face Paraguay in Philadelphia in the World Cup's last 16 on Saturday as co-hosts Canada prepare for a daunting date with African giants Morocco in Houston. With a brutal heatwave roasting swathes of the United States as it celebrates July 4th, Les Bleus take on Paraguay at Lincoln Financial Field against a backdrop of extreme heat warnings. New wave of coordinated rebel attacks hits Mali 04 July 2026 Jihadists and their separatist Tuareg allies hit Mali with fresh coordinated attacks Saturday, striking multiple towns and a prison just months after hobbling the country's military junta with a similar wave of assaults. FRANCE 24's Philip Turle explains. Mali government says rebels attacking northern towns 04 July 2026 The Malian army said Saturday that several northern towns, including Gao and Sévaré, were targeted by rebels. The statement came as a rebel group announced a new offensive to capture a northern town. Mohamed Elmaouloud Ramadane, a spokesperson for the Azawad Liberation Front (FLA), said in a Facebook post that the town of Anefis was being targeted by the separatists. FRANCE 24's Wassim Nasr reports. Iran holds funeral for Ali Khamenei: Attendees 'hardline factions' of society, specialist says 04 July 2026 Hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran on Saturday for the start of a dayslong funeral for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Tara Kangarlou, a global affairs journalist and author of The Heartbeat of Iran, said most attendees were "more emboldened, hardline factions of the society," making the crowd unrepresentative of broader public attitudes toward the regime. Pop star Taylor Swift marries Travis Kelce at Madison Square Garden 04 July 2026 Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married Friday night at Madison Square Garden, where actor Adam Sandler was the surprising officiant at a ceremony and Stevie Nicks performed among a crowd packed with stars of sports and entertainment. Tour de France kicks off in Barcelona 04 July 2026 The annual men's cycling race, Tour de France, kicked off on Saturday in Barcelona amid a festive atmosphere. World Cup 2026 : Cape Verde miss out on greatest upset 04 July 2026 Newcomers Cape Verde almost created the upset of the century by forcing the reigning champions Argentina into extra time, unfortunately the blue sharks conceded in extra time. Argentina will therefore face Egypt in the round of 16. There was not much in it between Australia's Socceroos' and the Egyptian Pharoes, the two teams went all the way to penalties, where Egypt proved extremely efficient, scoring every single shot from the penalty spot. An early Colombian goal meanwhile proved insurmountable for Ghana, the black stars will head home without any shot on target in that knockout game. France gears up for their game against Panama, and Canada face Morocco in the first round of 16 fixture.	Observer News, data and insight about the powerful forces that shape the world. As the Semiquincentennial Approaches, Collectors Are Rethinking What American History Is Worth 03 July 2026 "There is a particular excitement and celebration of these items right now," according to Heritage Auctions specialist Caroline Tamposi. In Paweł Pawlikowski’s ‘Fatherland,’ Thomas Mann’s Divided Germany Is a Study of Artistic Compromise and Family Rupture 03 July 2026 Set in 1949 and starring Sandra Hüller as Thomas Mann's daughter, the Best Director winner at Cannes reckons with the cost of holding onto one's convictions in a world choosing sides. The United States at 250: Renewal Is the Real American Tradition 03 July 2026 The Ford Foundation’s Roy Swan examines what America's 250th anniversary reveals about the country's enduring promise. At a moment of declining trust and growing division, he argues that collective ambition, shared prosperity and civic renewal remain essential to the future of the American experiment. 6 Living Philanthropists Who Help Preserve America’s National Parks 03 July 2026 As America nears its 250th birthday, billionaire philanthropy is reshaping how the country preserves its landscapes and monuments. Ken Griffin, Roxanne Quimby, David Rubenstein and others have used private wealth to expand and preserve U.S. parks. With the Taipei Biennial Ahead, Cecilia Alemani Reflects On What Makes an Exhibition Feel Alive 03 July 2026 The 15th Taipei Biennial, organized by the Taipei Fine Arts Museum and opening in 2027, will be the curator's first exhibition in Asia. America’s Small Businesses Need a Next Generation 02 July 2026 Citizens’ Tom Metzger and Mark Valentino examine the Great Ownership Transfer unfolding across America's small business economy as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary. Preserving America's entrepreneurial legacy will depend, they argue, on preparing the next generation to lead the millions that already power local communities. CrowdStrike President on How Claude Mythos Rattles the Cybersecurity Industry 02 July 2026 CrowdStrike president Michael Sentonas explains how Claude Mythos is driving hype and testing the readiness of the cybersecurity industry. Philippe Vergné Arrives at the Bass in Miami Ready to Curate Again 02 July 2026 He inherits an institution mid-transformation, with a Johnston Marklee expansion on the way and Art Basel Miami Beach two blocks from his door. The American Jewelers Who Rewrote the Rules of Luxury 02 July 2026 "Their work reflects the rise of American wealth, taste and confidence on the world stage." Christopher Rothko Has Spent 30 Years Connecting With His Father Through the Work 02 July 2026 In conversation with Observer, the artist's son discusses the genesis of "Rothko in Florence," a 15-year labor of love that places 73 works in dialogue with Fra Angelico, Michelangelo's library and three of the city's most storied spaces.
United Kingdom : Latest news on Le Monde.fr. 04 July 2026 United Kingdom - Discover all the articles, videos and infographics in the United Kingdom section on Le Monde.fr. 'Which side were you on during Brexit? Every candidate in the French presidential election should answer this question' 03 July 2026 The lessons from the UK's unprecedented vote to leave the European Union 10 years ago have been all too quickly forgotten, writes Le Monde columnist Alain Frachon. Starmer apologizes for forced adoption of nearly 200,000 babies born to unmarried mothers 02 July 2026 The UK PM called the scandal "a stain on our history" and a "systemic failure." Thousands rush to get tickets for Bayeux Tapestry's UK show 01 July 2026 The UK exhibition of the Bayeux Tapestry is set to run from this September to next July. Starmer's defense investment plan draws criticism 01 July 2026 As he prepares to hand over power to the UK's likely next leader Andy Burnham, Starmer has asked government departments to forgo 1% of their investment budgets. Even so, he will not meet his pledge to allocate 3% of GDP to defense by 2030. British PM-in-waiting Burnham presents decentralization plans 30 June 2026 The likely successor to Keir Starmer highlighted devolution and reindustrialization as his key priorities. But with tight budget restraints, early doubts are emerging within Labour about his room for maneuver. UK's King Charles breaks precedent, revealing £30 million paid in personal taxes since 2022 26 June 2026 Disclosures by Buckingham Palace on Thursday showed the Sovereign Grant, the core funding of the monarchy, will be set at £99.9 million ($131.7 million) a year in 2027-28. Europe moves toward a shared approach to Channel crossings 23 June 2026 As the Franco-British 'One in, one out' migration deal is set to expire in October, the European Commission has unveiled an action plan that France sees as recognition of Channel crossings as a European issue. Ten years after Brexit, UK and Europe struggle to revive relations 23 June 2026 On June 23, 2016, Britons voted to leave the European Union. When elected in 2024, Keir Starmer, who resigned as MP yesterday, vowed to strengthen ties with Brussels. Yet, after two years, efforts to rebuild the relationship have produced only limited results. '10th anniversary of Brexit referendum marks event long thought impossible in the UK: The rise of the far right' 23 June 2026 Widespread discontent over immigration policy, which fueled the 2016 vote to leave the European Union, is now driving a surge in nationalist identity and benefiting Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, notes Le Monde's Philippe Bernard in his column. Ten years after MP Jo Cox's assassination, 'lessons have not been learned' in the UK 23 June 2026 On June 16, 2016, Labour MP Jo Cox was killed by a neo-Nazi and white supremacist. Tributes to her memory have multiplied, especially from her younger sister, who took up her work and was elected in the same constituency.	Europe : Latest news on Le Monde.fr. 04 July 2026 Europe - Discover all the articles, videos and infographics in the Europe section on Le Monde.fr. Germany sees mass protests around far-right AfD congress 04 July 2026 The far-right AfD party's congress, held in the eastern city of Erfurt, comes ahead of September state elections, in which the party could win one or two eastern states. The event coincides with the 100th anniversary of a Nazi Party congress. Pope urges Europe to protect migrants in visit to Lampedusa island 04 July 2026 Pope Leo XIV visited the island, a key destination for those risking the perilous Mediterranean crossing from Africa to Europe, and delivered a speech calling on the US and EU to change their migration strategies. Russia announces dozens of Ukrainian drones downed over St Petersburg 04 July 2026 Russian authorities claimed to have shot down dozens of Ukrainian drones over Saint Petersburg on July 4, though an oil terminal was hit and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky claimed the Kronstadt naval base was struck. Madrid's residents raise their voices against mega-concerts 04 July 2026 Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny held a residency from late May to mid-June at a stadium in the Spanish capital. The concerts were not to the liking of local residents. Fed up with the noise, many people in Madrid are complaining about the transformation of their city, as local authorities have made large-scale events a driver of economic growth. Pope urges US to recommit to tradition of welcoming migrants on nation's 250th anniversary 04 July 2026 On the eve of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, history's first US-born pope focused on America's tradition of welcoming migrants, whom he referred to as part of the 'noble vision' of the Founding Fathers. Putin doubles down on Ukraine war despite mounting setbacks 03 July 2026 Facing a battered economy and a weary population, the Russian leader is maintaining his hardline demands toward Ukraine and is refusing any diplomatic solution to end the war. How the Russian army lost its military advantage against Ukraine 03 July 2026 Russia is becoming bogged down in the ground war and falling further behind technologically, while its human and oil resources dwindle. The Ukrainian army, supported by an innovative defense industry, has nevertheless been unable to switch to an offensive posture in ground combat. Ukrainian woman suspected of Monaco bombing still on the run 03 July 2026 Anastasiia Berezovska, 39, is wanted in Monaco for the attempted murder of three people, believed to be a wealthy Ukrainian tycoon and his family. 'Which side were you on during Brexit? Every candidate in the French presidential election should answer this question' 03 July 2026 The lessons from the UK's unprecedented vote to leave the European Union 10 years ago have been all too quickly forgotten, writes Le Monde columnist Alain Frachon. Germany seeks to introduce a dose of Nordic-style 'flexicurity' into its labor law 03 July 2026 Through a series of reform plans, Berlin has committed to easing dismissal rules alongside measures to support job transitions, aiming to reduce the cost of failure for young companies.

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