EU calls emergency meeting to discuss Ceuta migrant crossings
Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026

There have been tense exchanges between Spain and other EU states over the influx of migrants into the enclave of Ceuta.

A bruising 24 hours - what next for Fifa and under-pressure Infantino?
Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026

The pressure is building on Gianni Infantino. Can he survive as Fifa president?

Mountaineer Nirmal Purja killed in Pakistan avalanche, his company says
Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026

The renowned mountaineer was known for scaling the world's 14 highest peaks in just over six months in 2019.

Three killed after bomb detonated at Moscow restaurant, state media say
Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026

Security officials said a woman tried to enter the restaurant with explosives but was stopped by a security guard.

Cambridge professor at centre of plagiarism row defends his work
Posted on Saturday August 01, 2026

Prof Jason Arday admitted errors in his work but said he was not a liar after attracting criticism online.