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LeBron James Departs Lakers After 8 Years
The 41-year-old basketball legend is leaving the Lakers after eight years to join another NBA team for his record-breaking 24th season in the league, capping his tenure with a 2020 championship and multiple franchise records.
Wirtz Posts After Germany's World Cup Exit
Germany's Florian Wirtz posted a heartfelt message after the team's shock World Cup exit, eliminated by Paraguay on penalties in the round of 32—a first-ever shootout loss in German World Cup history.
Ronald Koeman Steps Down As Netherlands Coach After World Cup Exit
Ronald Koeman resigned as Netherlands coach after the team's penalty loss to Morocco in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32, ending his tenure following criticism over his defensive tactics.
Norway Defeats Ivory Coast, Eyes Brazil Next
Norway secured its first World Cup knockout victory with a 2-1 win over Ivory Coast, advancing to face Brazil in the Round of 16 on July 5.
Tyson Fury Fights Marius Wach In Pattaya July 24
Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury returns to the ring against Polish challenger Marius Wach at Max Muay Thai in Pattaya on July 24, with ticket proceeds benefiting local charities.
Bordeaux Drops to Regional League Over Financial Crisis
Former French champion Bordeaux drops to the sixth-tier regional league after failing to meet financial recovery requirements set by the national football authority. The club, which won six Ligue 1 titles, has appealed the DNCG's decision.
Fire Destroys Thai-Style House in Bangkok, Two Injured
A Thai-style house in Bangkok's Bangphlat district caught fire on June 30, injuring two people who were hospitalized. Firefighters controlled the blaze within 16 minutes, though the two-story structure sustained extensive damage.
Haaland Seals Norway's World Cup Spot Against Brazil
Erling Haaland's 86th-minute goal gave Norway a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast on July 1, sending the Scandinavians to the World Cup Round of 16 to face Brazil.
US And Japanese Troops Train In Remote Australia
The BBC's Katy Watson explains why troops are training in remote Australia - a country not at war, thousands of kilometres from today's major conflicts.
Tottenham Signs Fernandes From West Ham For £85 Million
Tottenham completed a £85 million signing of midfielder Mateus Fernandes from West Ham as part of an aggressive summer recruitment drive that also included three free agents.
Body Of 72-Year-Old Found After Four Days In Chao Phraya River
A 72-year-old man who fell from a cargo boat on the Chao Phraya River near Ayutthaya on June 26 was found dead four days later, entangled in water hyacinth near a dock in Bang Thai District.
Iran Thanks Mexico For World Cup Hospitality
Iran's national football team thanked Tijuana, Mexico for their hospitality during the 2026 World Cup, calling the city their "second home" after relocating their training base there due to logistical challenges in the United States.