Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina has moved to the top of the WTA live rankings as the 2026 US Open begins, putting her in contention to become the world’s official No. 1 for the first time.
Hostilities sparked back into life on Sunday after the US carried out fresh strikes on what it said were IRGC minelaying forces in the Strait of Hormuz.
The summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, which represents almost half of the world’s population, ended with an aim to signal the rise of a global powerhouse challenging the West. Yet the SCO’s diversity also revealed significant disagreemen…
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this September 1st, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Israeli airstrikes killed at least five Palestinians in Gaza City on Monday, according to hospital officials and rescuers, amid ongoing violence.
A hidden network of organised crime is flooding European markets with counterfeit goods worth billions, and investigators warn that consumers are unknowingly funding it.
Notting Hill Carnival returns for its 60th anniversary, celebrating British Afro-Caribbean culture with music, dancing and colourful costumes in west London.
Sixteen members of a south London Hindu temple remain missing after a flood near Nepal and Tibet, leaving families waiting for news of loved ones.
A spectacular performance at the Bishkek Arena opened the sixth edition of the World Nomad Games. This is the biggest competition yet, with more than 100 national teams from every continent. Athletes will compete in 43 disciplines rooted in Asia’s anci…