English FA set to withdraw support for Fifa president Infantino
Posted on Monday August 03, 2026

The English Football Association is set to join Wales in withdrawing backing for Infantino's bid to continue as Fifa president.

Iran says it is in talks with Oman but not the US after Trump says negotiations to resume
Posted on Monday August 03, 2026

Iran's remarks that there were no talks with the US prompts Donald Trump to issue a strong condemnation of its leadership.

BBC reports from inside city gripped by deadly protests in Pakistan-administered Kashmir
Posted on Monday August 03, 2026

The BBC gains unique access to Rawalakot, scene of violent clashes between security forces and protesters in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.

Newspaper columnist and broadcaster Rod Liddle dies aged 66
Posted on Monday August 03, 2026

The columnist died in hospital in Middlsbrough on Sunday.

Rhine falls to record low levels as drought strains Europe's rivers
Posted on Monday August 03, 2026

Low water levels in the Rhine, Danube and Po have curtailed the transport of goods and reduced electricity output.