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6+ min ago  (330+ words) FIFA chief refereeing officer Pierluigi Collina has strongly hit back at allegations of bias following Egypt's dramatic round of 16 exit against Argentina. The legendary former official insisted that the integrity of the tournament remains intact despite a formal complaint and…...

21+ min ago  (685+ words) Police in Bulgaria have launched a large-scale search for 54-year-old Dimitar Georgiev, the owner and manager of a major bakery in the town of Pavlikeni, after he disappeared on Wednesday morning. The operation has entered its second day, with law…...

3+ hour, 1+ min ago  (518+ words) According to the new regulations, swimwear is only permitted at lakeside beaches or on boats. Anyone walking on the streets, entering shops, restaurants, churches, or squares shirtless or wearing only swimwear may be fined, with penalties varying depending on the…...

41+ min ago  (741+ words) With stand-out food, culture, and natural wonders, this rural idyll in southwest France is perfect for a long weekend The Padirac Caves are adorned with tumbling stalactites Among the many natural wonders of the Dordogne, a true highlight is the…...

24+ min ago  (686+ words) Western Europe experienced its hottest June on record last month as a searing heatwave swept across a continent facing increasingly frequent and intense heat extremes, the EU's climate monitor said Thursday. The report comes as a new heatwave is battering…...

50+ min ago  (579+ words) Published'Jul 09, 2026, 03: 02 PM Updated'Jul 09, 2026, 07: 39 PM NEW YORK " FIFA refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina defended the officiating in Argentina's 3-2 victory over Egypt in the World Cup round of 16, dismissing allegations of bias and saying match officials operated with complete independence. In an interview…...

36+ min ago  (418+ words) Michaela Newcombe had a 'rare, radiant gift of lighting up every room she entered', her funeral mass has heard. The 23-year-old from Mullingar died alongside her partner and sister-in-law in a crash in Spain last month. Authorities said two cars…...

33+ min ago  (487+ words) JAKARTA - The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) said on Wednesday, July 6, 2026, local time, that they could not remain silent about the referee's decision after the 2-3 defeat against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup 16th round. Egypt coach Hossam Hassan and several players criticized…...

1+ hour, 59+ min ago  (294+ words) Written by: Pippa Shaw Aqua super Power, a global marine charging infrastructure provider, is supporting the Region of Friuli Venezia Giulia in the implementation of a "2m funding programme designed to accelerate innovation, sustainability and electrification across marinas in northeast Italy....

39+ min ago  (1282+ words) The World Cup quarter-finals are rarely one-dimensional, and Spain vs Belgium is no different. Spain has seen its way to the quarters through discipline and, more recently, a certain amount of luck, while Belgium has found its attacking edge at…...