Police arrest 34 after deadly gang shootout in eastern Netherlands
Several foreign suspects were among those arrested, according to prosecutors.
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Hockey World Cup 2026: India rout Pakistan to qualify for second round
India hold off Pakistan 5-3 to finish second with six points as England top Pool D with nine points from three wins.
ICC condemns US sanctions as ‘flagrant attack’ on court’s independence
The ICC has expressed concern over the Trump administration’s campaign.
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US sanctions International Criminal Court’s president and top lawyer
The US has sanctioned International Criminal Court president Tomoko Akane and trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye.
Published On 19 Aug 2026
US sanctions International Criminal Court president and trial lawyer
The Trump administration has led a campaign to ‘dismantle’ the court, calling it a threat to national sovereignty.
Belgium’s largest wildfire on record spreads towards German border
Largest recorded wildfire in Belgium forces 600 residents to evacuate as blaze spreads towards German border towns.
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Afghan refugees face an uncertain future as Europe shifts to the right
With the fall of the former government in Kabul, thousands of Afghans were forced to flee the country, many to Europe.
Female football referee suffers concussion amid male players’ melee
Referee Mathilde Demoncay was knocked down as the players fought during a friendly club match in France.
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World Cup 2026: What are the extra time and penalty shootout rules?
Several games in the 2026 World Cup have already ended in dramatic penalty shootouts.
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Star speedcubers square off at European championship
More than 1,200 speedcubers from 53 countries are descending are attending the European Speedcubing Championship.
Published On 17 Jul 2026
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What is the EU’s plan to cut trade with illegal Israeli settlements?
Foreign ministers’ meeting comes months after the EU imposed sanctions on Israel over West Bank settlement construction.
