World Cup 2026 (Soccer) Apr 20, 2026 New York New Jersey Stadium? Why MetLife Is Changing Its Name for the World Cup This summer, FIFA is putting its stamp on the venue for the World Cup. New York New Jersey Stadium? Why MetLife Is Changing Its Name for the World Cup This summer, FIFA is putting its stamp on the venue for the World Cup. See more
US news Aug 1, 2026 Sopranos actor Vincent Pastore, known for playing mobsters and tough guys, dies aged 80 Veteran actor best-known for playing Salvatore ‘Big Pussy’ Bonpensiero, friend of Tony Soprano who becomes FBI informantVincent Pastore, a veteran actor who... Sopranos actor Vincent Pastore, known for playing mobsters and tough guys, dies aged 80 Veteran actor best-known for playing Salvatore ‘Big Pussy’ Bonpensiero, friend of Tony Soprano who becomes FBI informantVincent Pastore, a veteran actor who... Share
Constitutional reform Aug 1, 2026 Devolution plans strengthen case for written UK constitution, says Burnham PM argues for codified model of decentralisation that would fundamentally change centuries-old workings of stateAndy Burnham has said his programme of devolu... Devolution plans strengthen case for written UK constitution, says Burnham PM argues for codified model of decentralisation that would fundamentally change centuries-old workings of stateAndy Burnham has said his programme of devolu... Share
Australia news Aug 1, 2026 Australia news live: aged care nurses get pay rise; fuel excise cut due to end at midnight Increase in annual pay packets began from 1 August. Follow updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGosling doesn’t need to be stood... Australia news live: aged care nurses get pay rise; fuel excise cut due to end at midnight Increase in annual pay packets began from 1 August. Follow updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGosling doesn’t need to be stood... Share
United States Politics and Government Aug 1, 2026 Mitch McConnell, Still Hospitalized, Misses Signature Kentucky Political Picnic Senator Mitch McConnell’s ongoing hospitalization meant he missed his final chance to attend the signature western Kentucky event while in office. Mitch McConnell, Still Hospitalized, Misses Signature Kentucky Political Picnic Senator Mitch McConnell’s ongoing hospitalization meant he missed his final chance to attend the signature western Kentucky event while in office. Share
Commonwealth Games 2026 Aug 1, 2026 Commonwealth Games 2026: day nine – in pictures We look at the best images from day nine in Glasgow, featuring judo, boxing, track cycling and netball Continue reading... Commonwealth Games 2026: day nine – in pictures We look at the best images from day nine in Glasgow, featuring judo, boxing, track cycling and netball Continue reading... Share
Commonwealth Games 2026 Aug 1, 2026 Josh Kerr storms to Commonwealth Games mile title in golden Glasgow moment Home favourite blazes clear to delight Scottish fansWightman fades to sixth, Myers takes silverJosh Kerr’s summer of miracle and wonder continued in front of... Josh Kerr storms to Commonwealth Games mile title in golden Glasgow moment Home favourite blazes clear to delight Scottish fansWightman fades to sixth, Myers takes silverJosh Kerr’s summer of miracle and wonder continued in front of... Share
Moscow (Russia) Aug 1, 2026 Improvised Bomb Kills 3 at an Upscale Moscow Restaurant Among the victims of the explosion, which also injured 21 people, were a security guard and a woman who the authorities say had arrived with the suspicious p... Improvised Bomb Kills 3 at an Upscale Moscow Restaurant Among the victims of the explosion, which also injured 21 people, were a security guard and a woman who the authorities say had arrived with the suspicious p... Share
Television Aug 1, 2026 Vincent Pastore, Actor on ‘The Sopranos,’ Dies at 80 He played Salvatore Bonpensiero, a mobster’s foot soldier turned F.B.I. informant known to his friends as Big Pussy, on the celebrated HBO series. Vincent Pastore, Actor on ‘The Sopranos,’ Dies at 80 He played Salvatore Bonpensiero, a mobster’s foot soldier turned F.B.I. informant known to his friends as Big Pussy, on the celebrated HBO series. Share
Australian film Aug 1, 2026 The brief life and sudden death of Zyzz: why did the bodybuilding influencer die at just 22? Long before looksmaxxers, Aziz ‘Zyzz’ Shavershian was famous online for posting workouts and rage-bait – until he died in Thailand in 2011. A new documentary... The brief life and sudden death of Zyzz: why did the bodybuilding influencer die at just 22? Long before looksmaxxers, Aziz ‘Zyzz’ Shavershian was famous online for posting workouts and rage-bait – until he died in Thailand in 2011. A new documentary... Share
Aged care Aug 1, 2026 Notes from a nursing home: ‘Our books told of who we were. The story of us. Then the movers came and asked what should go’ Pencil marks in the margins of books gathered over a lifetime was proof of a life lived. So when it came time for Andrew McKean to move into aged care, leavi... Notes from a nursing home: ‘Our books told of who we were. The story of us. Then the movers came and asked what should go’ Pencil marks in the margins of books gathered over a lifetime was proof of a life lived. So when it came time for Andrew McKean to move into aged care, leavi... Share
Television & radio Aug 1, 2026 Rhys Nicholson: ‘Get a hobby – don’t become a full-blown racist’ The comedian and Drag Race Down Under judge on Harry Styles, not having the legs for short shorts, and why sleep is the most expensive beauty productYou’re b... Rhys Nicholson: ‘Get a hobby – don’t become a full-blown racist’ The comedian and Drag Race Down Under judge on Harry Styles, not having the legs for short shorts, and why sleep is the most expensive beauty productYou’re b... Share
Relationships Aug 1, 2026 The moment I knew: after my mum lost everything in Japan’s tsunami, Trent showered her with tiny kindnesses The cabaret performers met while on tour in Canada. But it wasn’t until her new partner befriended her mother that Sachie realised how thoughtful he wasFind... The moment I knew: after my mum lost everything in Japan’s tsunami, Trent showered her with tiny kindnesses The cabaret performers met while on tour in Canada. But it wasn’t until her new partner befriended her mother that Sachie realised how thoughtful he wasFind... Share
