France were mentioned as one of the overwhelming favorites for the World Cup title, with England as outsiders. Now both nations meet in the bronze medal match after heavy semi-final defeats, where a medal would at least be a small bandage on the wounds. Here's everything you need to know.
SportsZlatan Ibrahimovic is not impressed with England's World Cup performance. But while he criticized the English, he also took a swipe at Norway.
FootballAndy Burnham has been elected leader of the British Labour Party and is expected to become the country's new prime minister. The question is whether the "King in the North" will be as popular as prime minister as he was as mayor of Manchester.
World politicsAdults with obesity have significantly better blood pressure and cholesterol levels today than they did 30 years ago. The improvement is linked to effective medications.
SwedenAt least 12,000 more deaths than normal were recorded in nine European countries during the heat wave at the end of June, according to an analysis by AFP news agency.
WorldLudvig Åberg had a tough start to the British Open in golf as the late afternoon at Royal Birkdale offered difficult greens. The Swede was one over par and is currently tied for 60th. It was tough out there today, he says.
SportsArgentina's players celebrated their World Cup semi-final win over England with a banned banner. The team is now at risk of being punished by FIFA. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is now calling for an investigation into the incident.
FootballIt was a bitter end for England in the World Cup semi-final against Argentina. Team captain Harry Kane was despondent afterward: "I'm incredibly disappointed for the boys," Kane told the BBC.
SportsArgentina did it again - and is ready for the World Cup final after another dramatic turnaround. The team turned 0-1 into 2-1 in just seven minutes. The big match-winner was Lautaro Martinez in the second minute of added time. It's hard to explain what these players are like. We are unique. This team is unique, says Argentina national team coach Lionel Scaloni.
SportsLudvig Åberg's preparation for the final golf major of the year has been chaotic. The trip from the U.S. cost him a driver. "I had a pretty rough time," says the Swede.
SportsThe warmest day of the year is now 4.5 degrees hotter than it was just a few decades ago in southeast England, the British Met Office notes. “This data shows that the climate of the 20th century is now gone.”
WorldDiego Maradona's "Hand of God" and David Beckham's red card are just two of the incredible events in World Cup history between Argentina and England. When they meet again, Lionel Messi is in the spotlight. It will be his first match against England. It will be special, says the Argentine.
SportsAfter 21 years with Argentina's senior national team, Lionel Messi will face England for the first time in his career on Wednesday. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the World Cup's second semifinal.
SportsFrance didn't get the tactics right against Spain in the World Cup semi-final. That's what national team captain Didier Deschamps admits - and he's also taking a swipe at the referee.
SportsSpain is through to the World Cup final in football. This after a 2-0 victory over France in the semi-finals. In a match where France did not record its first shot on goal until extra time. "It's a dream come true, I couldn't even imagine this in my wildest dreams," says Spanish captain Pedro Porro.
FootballFormer British minister Ann Widdecombe was killed in a "targeted attack," police say. But the motive remains unclear.
World politicsAfter 21 years with Argentina's senior national team, Lionel Messi will face England for the first time in his career on Wednesday. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the World Cup semi-final.
SportsAround 350 of 404 Labour MPs have now backed Andy Burnham as the party’s next leader. This means it is practically certain that he will be the one, even though the nomination period does not end until Friday.
WorldThe police counter-terrorism unit has taken over the investigation into the suspected murder of former minister Ann Widdecombe, Sky News reports.
World politicsA boat carrying 128 migrants arrived on the English coast on Friday. Never before has a boat carrying so many migrants crossed the English Channel, British media report.
WorldEngland manager Thomas Tuchel was not happy with the way his team played in their quarter-final win over Norway. However, match hero Jude Bellingham disagreed with the manager's criticism. "I can't praise the boys enough," he said.
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