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Fifa scraps controversial World Cup investment plan

Fifa scraps controversial plan to sell off stakes in its major competitions after widespread opposition to president Gianni Infantino's idea.

Israeli official says troops won't pull back in Gaza without 'genuine' Hamas disarmament

Donald Trump insists Israel is "very happy" with a proposal for the Palestinian group to give up weapons in exchange for an Israeli withdrawal.

Why do parts of England and Wales keep falling into drought?

More than half of England and the whole of Wales has been declared to be in drought this week - the third such event over the past five years.

Greens review social media operation as Polanski row rumbles on

The Green Party is grappling with how to manage its social media following a controversial post by its leader.

Drought declared across whole of Wales as conditions 'deteriorate'

Wales is on course for its driest July on record in almost 190 years.

European nations to boycott World Cup if Fifa goes ahead with investment plan

Uefa's 55 member associations vote to boycott the World Cup if Fifa proceeds with its plan to sell stakes in its competitions.

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Laughter and tears at Dame Penelope Keith funeral

Broadcaster Gyles Brandreth says the service at Guildford Cathedral was "deeply moving".

Richard Hammond fined £999 for speeding offences

The TV host is caught speeding twice in Herefordshire in the space of three weeks, magistrates hear.

French Navy carries out 'shooting drill' during MP's BBC interview

Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp says the vessel fired 17 shots as he was giving a BBC interview.

Some parents on benefits to get up to £4,500 for child starting apprenticeship

Some parents on benefits are incentivised to discourage their kids from taking on apprenticeships.

Oklahoma governor calls on officials to resign over recording of racist and threatening remarks

'My stomach is hurting from laughing': Hear panelist's reaction to DeSantis' threat to Disney

CNN panelists react to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis floating the idea of building a competing theme park next to Disney World in Orlando.

Jake Gyllenhaal and Jamie Lee Curtis spent the Covid-19 lockdown together

It's sourdough bread and handstands for Jake Gyllenhaal and Jamie Lee Curtis.

BBC reports from outside court after judge rules singer D4vd will stand trial for murder

The body of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez was found last September inside the trunk of a Tesla registered to singer D4vd.

Jill Scott announces 'Who is Jill Scott? Words & Sounds Vol. 1' 23rd anniversary tour

After a 20th-anniversary tour of Jill Scott's chart-topping album, "Who Is Jill Scott?: Words and Sounds Vol I" was forced to end prematurely due to the pandemic, it will resume.

How the Iran-Backed Houthis Cornered Saudi Arabia Into a New Conflict

The Iranian-backed Houthi militia in Yemen has seized on a vulnerable moment for neighboring Saudi Arabia. The group hopes to force political concessions in Yemen.

Spotify experienced another major outage

Two gremlins rolled through Spotify today.

As rivals chase acquisitions, Peacock bets on bundles through a new deal with YouTube

The deal means content will be integrated into the YouTube experience, allowing viewers to discover and watch Peacock content without leaving the platform.

John Travolta and Kirstie Alley: A love story

Kirstie Alley and John Travolta were never romantically involved, but that wasn't how she initially wanted it.

Kirstie Alley, 'Cheers' and 'Veronica's Closet' star, dead at 71

Actress Kirstie Alley has died after a brief battle with cancer, her children announced on social media.

Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis

The singer also reveals she has received treatment for skin cancer, but vows to keep singing.

Devastating European wildfires in maps - and how they're being tackled

A blaze near Bordeaux has torn through more than 162 sq miles (420 sq km) in less than four days, while the Madrid region is seeing its worst fires ever.

Wildfire now nine miles from French city of Bordeaux, mayor warns

Thomas Cazenave says they are preparing if further evacuations are issued, as the mayor of a nearby town called the situation "catastrophic".