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The ugly side of the Beautiful Game: Major controversies of the 2026 World Cup
Questionable VAR use, alleged bias towards Argentina, mandatory hydration breaks, ugly fights and entry restrictions for referees and staff. We break down the most controversial moments of the FIFA World Cup.
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Noureldein Ghanem
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World Cup 2026 standouts: The biggest names and the breakout heroes who stole the spotlight
The FIFA World Cup delivered it all: elite stars rising when the pressure was highest, and under-the-radar underdogs who stole the entire show. Here's who shined brightest
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Noureldein Ghanem
What Hakan Fidan’s Kiev visit reveals about Türkiye’s evolving diplomatic doctrine
Amid multiple conflicts across the world, Ankara is pursuing a policy of pragmatic diplomacy that emphasises constructive engagement with all sides, rather than adopting a bloc-centred approach.
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Kazim Alam
La Roja's masterclass: How Spain cracked toothless Argentina's code to claim their second World Cup
Spain delivered another masterclass, dominating with possession, a compact defence, high pressing and sharp flank play to beat Argentina, while the South Americans displayed one of their worst performances and marred it further with ugly fights.
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Noureldein Ghanem
How Gallipoli’s sunken warships became an underwater museum
The Derin Miras (Deep Legacy) project has opened the Canakkale Underwater Park to divers from around the world, where World War I shipwrecks have become a hub for sustainable tourism and marine biodiversity.
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Carlos Ortega Sanchez
INTERNATIONAL ADOPTIONS: A GLOBAL SCANDAL | STORYTELLER
Over a million kids adopted by Western families discover they weren’t orphans. From Chile to South Korea, a system built for profit is exposed.
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Staff Reporter
BEHIND THE HEADLINES
In pictures: Fans around the world celebrate Spain's triumph in World Cup final against Argentina
How divergent readings of the Islamabad MoU are driving current US-Iran hostilities
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Youthful Spain face battle-hardened Argentina in 2026 World Cup final
Noureldein Ghanem
Six big takeaways from Trump's primetime address that could redefine US election battle
In his 27-minute election speech, the US president said voting machines and ballot-counting systems are "extremely exposed to attack," citing declassified intelligence released by the White House.
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Sadiq S Bhat
Washington's Israel consensus is cracking, and this time it's not just the Democratic left
A House revolt among Democrats, a public rebuke from Republican JD Vance, and a bruising phone call with Trump all point to a new phase in US-Israeli relations.
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Zeynep Conkar
Has Iran overplayed its hand on the Strait of Hormuz?
Each new strike on an oil tanker by Tehran gives Washington a justification to expand its target list, pushing Gulf states at the receiving end of Iranian attacks closer to the American position, analysts say.
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Kazim Alam
Why Israel’s parliament expanded gender-segregated education
A new law expanding gender-segregated university programmes reflects the growing power of ultra-Orthodox parties and reignites debates over religious influence in Israel’s education system and public life.
Israel polls: How never-ending wars have changed public opinion on Netanyahu’s security credentials
Analysts attribute the weakening of Netanyahu’s security credentials to more than two and a half years of a genocidal campaign in Gaza, besides the on-again, off-again wars against Lebanon and Iran.
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Kazim Alam
Inheriting democracy: Gen Z reflects on July 15, ten years later
They were too young to vote or fully understand the events of July 15, 2016. A decade later, Gen Z looks back on the night that shaped their understanding of democracy.
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Zeynep Conkar
WHAT THE BRIDGE REMEMBERS: HOW THE JULY 15 MARTYRS BRIDGE BECAME A WITNESS TO HISTORY
Future generations will remember the July 15 Martyrs Bridge as the place where Turkish people stood against the coup makers, analysts say.
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Kazim Alam
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Zeynep Conkar
A decade of remembering July 15: Songs, verse and names that carry a nation's memory
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Noureldein Ghanem
England and Argentina are set to clash in World Cup semi-final, rekindling their legendary rivalry
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Murat Sofuoglu
Ten years, ten voices: How July 15 remains in the hearts of Turkish citizens
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Zeynep Gizem Ozpinar
‘No stepping back’: TNRC rejects UN envoy Holguin's ‘Cyprus solution’
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Messi meets England at last as Three Lions aim for first final in 60 years
Maradona parallels galore as Argentina face the Three Lions in historic match-up
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Emmanuel Oduor
South Sudan marks 15 years of independence but election test awaits
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Murat Sofuoglu
Can US, Iran return to negotiations after Trump says ceasefire over?
8 min read
Emmanuel Oduor
South Sudan marks 15 years of independence but election test awaits
5 min read
Kazim Alam
What comes next as Hamas hands over Gaza administration to UN-backed panel?
5 min read
Zulal Sema
Mehter: Türkiye's Ottoman-era military band and why it was the theme for Ankara NATO summit
10 min read
Murat Sofuoglu
Can US, Iran return to negotiations after Trump says ceasefire over?
8 min read
Emmanuel Oduor
South Sudan marks 15 years of independence but election test awaits
5 min read
Kazim Alam
What comes next as Hamas hands over Gaza administration to UN-backed panel?
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France vs Spain: Top favourites clash in semifinal as World Cup enters decisive stage
World Cup’s two heavyweight contenders, France and Spain, meet in blockbuster semifinal as Les Bleus chase a third successive final appearance, while La Roja aim to secure their second world title since their triumph in 2010.
Emmanuel Oduor
South Sudan marks 15 years of independence but election test awaits
5 min read
Murat Sofuoglu
Can US, Iran return to negotiations after Trump says ceasefire over?
8 min read
Emmanuel Oduor
South Sudan marks 15 years of independence but election test awaits
5 min read
Kazim Alam
What comes next as Hamas hands over Gaza administration to UN-backed panel?
5 min read
Zulal Sema
Mehter: Türkiye's Ottoman-era military band and why it was the theme for Ankara NATO summit
10 min read
Murat Sofuoglu
Can US, Iran return to negotiations after Trump says ceasefire over?
8 min read
Emmanuel Oduor
South Sudan marks 15 years of independence but election test awaits
5 min read
Kazim Alam
What comes next as Hamas hands over Gaza administration to UN-backed panel?
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