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1. Helen Mirren says she was ‘attacked by mistake’ after being called ‘Zionist b****’ in the street

   The Oscar-winning star added she has complicated feelings about Israel: ‘I always thought it was a country that would never do wrong’

2. Iran-US war latest: Trump drops threat of more airstrikes tonight claiming ‘final points’ of deal agreed in ‘great detail’

   A formal announcement will be unveiled ‘shortly,’ the Republican president said

3. World Cup 2026 live: Son Heung Min wastes South Korea chances vs Czech Republic after Mexico dominate South Africa

   There were more red cards than goals in the opening game of the World Cup as the co-hosts cruised to a comfortable win

4. Soccer fans around the world watch the World Cup, in photos

   Around the world, soccer fans are gathering in homes, stadium plazas, and public viewing venues to watch the World Cup and share in the excitement of the tournament.

5. ‘Blood-covered’ suspect arrested after two people found dead - one with pitchfork lodged in back of head: officials

   Vitor Francisco Gomes, a 28-year-old from Fall River, stands accused of brutally murdering the two men

6. World Cup 2026 standings: Latest results from the group stage

   Which teams will reach the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup and who is heading home early?

7. Most Americans oppose Trump’s UFC fight at White House, poll finds

8. Mom buying World Cup tickets hit with massive extra charge

9. Tamar Braxton opens 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame in dynamic tribute to Christopher 'Tricky' Stewart

   Tamar Braxton opened a spirited 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame induction ceremony with a tribute to a new inductee, the game-changing R&B songwriter, producer and rapper Christopher “Tricky” Stewart

10. Britain’s favourite butterfly revealed after nationwide poll