BBC Sport

Could Morocco become a football powerhouse?

Morocco face France in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals on Thursday as the Atlas Lions look to reach the last four once again.

sports  Jul 9, 2026

The Guardian

Great Britain’s grid operator issues another warning over power supplies in heatwave

Neso asks for extra supplies from electricity generators to cope with added demand on Thursday nightGreat Britain’s energy system operator has warned that “extreme temperatures” could hit power supplies on Thursday night, as the UK entered its third heatwave of the year.The National Energy System Operator (Neso) issued a notice overnight asking for extra supplies from power generators to cope with the added demand from households turning on fans and air conditioners to cope with the high tempera

general  Jul 9, 2026

Bloomberg Markets

Volkswagen CEO Blume Pushes for Deep Cost Cuts

Volkswagen AG Chief Executive Officer is trying to convince the carmaker's supervisory board about his plan for a sweeping restructuring that could ultimately eliminate as many as 100,000 jobs and close four German factories. Bloomberg's Stefan Nicola reports. (Source: Bloomberg)

business  Jul 9, 2026

Science Daily

Scientists finally solved a 150-year-old gallium mystery

Scientists have rewritten the story of gallium after discovering that its unusual atomic bonds re-form at high temperatures, contradicting decades of accepted theory. The finding changes how researchers explain why the metal melts so easily and behaves unlike almost any other metal. Beyond solving a long-standing scientific mystery, the work could lead to advances in semiconductors, nanotechnology, and liquid metal engineering.

science  Jul 9, 2026

BBC Sport

Segner set to become first German-born All Black

Anton Segner will become the first German-born All Black if the uncapped 24-year-old back row comes off the bench against Italy.

sports  Jul 9, 2026

BBC Sport

Noboody can question integrity of World Cup referees - Collina

World Cup officials are not "influenced by anyone" and "nobody can question the integrity" when it comes to decision-making, says Fifa chief refereeing officer Pierluigi Collina.

sports  Jul 9, 2026

Yahoo Finance

Asian investors eye firms benefiting from but resilient to AI

business  Jul 9, 2026

Bloomberg Markets

Zhipu Surges After $4B Share Sale| The China Show 7/9/2026

“Bloomberg: The China Show” is your definitive source for news and analysis on the world's second-biggest economy. From politics and policy to tech and trends, Haidi Stroud-Watts + Avril Hong give global investors unique insight, delivering in-depth discussions with the newsmakers who matter. UPDATE: Bain says a special-purpose investment vehicle it set up for SK Hynix still holds a 14% stake in Kioxia. (Source: Bloomberg)

business  Jul 9, 2026

BBC Sport

Russell returns for Scotland in South Africa

Star fly-half Finn Russell is fit to start for Scotland against South Africa in the second round of Nations Championship action.

sports  Jul 9, 2026

Bloomberg Markets

US, Iran Trade Attacks for Second Day, Testing Fragile Ceasefire

The US military struck Iran for a second day and Tehran retaliated against American allies in the Persian Gulf, raising fears that the tit-for-tat attacks may derail talks on a permanent peace deal.

business  Jul 9, 2026

BBC Sport

Olise yellow card stands as Saibari out for Morocco

France fail in their bid to have forward Michael Olise's yellow card overturned, while Morocco are without Ismael Saibari for the quarter-final at Boston Stadium.

sports  Jul 9, 2026

Yahoo Finance

Binance maintains commitment to EU, seeking more licences in Asia

business  Jul 9, 2026

NY Times World

Mexico Investigates Possible F.B.I. Role in El Mayo Arrest

Accusations that the United States lied about its involvement in the notorious drug lord’s capture renewed controversy over an issue that has strained the U.S.-Mexico relationship.

general  Jul 9, 2026

Yahoo Finance

Earnings Preview: What To Expect From IDEX Corporation’s Report

business  Jul 9, 2026

Bloomberg Markets

European Gas Edges Lower as Traders Assess Middle East Flare-Up

European natural gas prices edged lower as traders evaluate the region’s supply picture after fresh hostilities between the US and Iran.

business  Jul 9, 2026

Bloomberg Markets

Taiwan Dollar Hits 14-Month Low on Greenback Gains, Dividends

The Taiwan dollar fell to its weakest level since April 2025, erasing gains from last year’s historic rally as dollar strength and record dividend payouts weighed on sentiment.

business  Jul 9, 2026

BBC Sport

Wilson delighted boss Bellamy staying with Wales

Captain Harry Wilson is delighted head coach Craig Bellamy is staying with Wales after talks about taking over at Burnley fell through.

sports  Jul 9, 2026

The Guardian

Trump says Iran truce is ‘over’ as US hits 170 targets over two nights – Middle East crisis live

Interim truce looks increasingly precarious as Iran carried out retaliatory strikes on US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait and QatarHello and welcome to the Guardian’s coverage of the continuing crisis in the Middle East.Iran was pummelled with a volley of missiles for a second consecutive night, with the US military claiming to have struck 170 Iranian targets in the last 48 hours. Continue reading...

general  Jul 9, 2026

The Guardian Culture

Little House on the Prairie review – this reboot will have you sobbing for a simpler world by episode four

Like tradwifery for children, this revamp of the 19th-century settlers show is a precision-tooled and well-oiled machine. It’s a cosy world full of faith, hope and the American wayI never actually watched an episode of Little House on the Prairie, though it bestrode my late 70s-early 80s’ childhood like a ginghamed colossus. This is for the simple reason that Michael Landon’s bouffant hair frightened me. Bouffant hair is such a bad thing. But so great is the power of both the cultural cringe and

entertainment  Jul 9, 2026

Variety

Netflix’s ‘Little House on the Prairie’ Is a Charming Reimagining of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Beloved Adventure: TV Review 

More than four decades after the initial series ended its nine-season run on NBC, Laura Ingalls Wilder’s beloved semi-autobiographical novels have been adapted to television once again. Created by Rebecca Sonnenshine and executive produced by Trip Friendly, son of original series producer Ed Friendly, Netflix’s “Little House on the Prairie” is part family drama, part […]

entertainment  Jul 9, 2026