Callum Hoare

FIFA accused unnamed critics of conducting an ongoing effort to undermine the organisation and president Gianni Infantino through allegations and misinformation. The statement followed UEFA's confirmation that a female former employee allegedly linked to Infantino received a six-figure departure payment and funding for an MBA course, which UEFA said complied with rules in force at the time; Infantino denies the allegations. The dispute comes after UEFA and two other continental confederations rejected Infantino's controversial proposal and UEFA threatened a boycott of FIFA competitions. FIFA's management board backed Infantino after a meeting in Morocco, while UEFA said that development did not change its position.

Forecast models indicate temperatures could reach 39C in parts of eastern England on Wednesday, with 24 counties across southern and central England potentially recording at least 35C. The hottest conditions are expected in the East Midlands, East of England, London and the South East, while Scotland, Northern Ireland and much of Wales should remain cooler. The Met Office says very warm weather is likely to return, with some areas potentially meeting heatwave criteria for the fourth time this year.

Harry Kane said playing golf with Donald Trump in Palm Beach was a surreal experience as England prepare for their World Cup quarter-final against Norway in Miami. Trump recently praised Kane, who accepted the invitation 18 months earlier. Manager Thomas Tuchel urged England to show bravery after their dramatic win over Mexico, with Erling Haaland expected to lead Norway's challenge.

A plane crash in North Andros killed ten people, prompting Bahamian authorities to suspend Flamingo Air’s operating certificate as a precaution during the investigation. The aircraft, a Cessna 402, had departed Nassau for San Andros. Prime Minister Philip Brave Davis confirmed all aboard died and offered condolences during a press conference. Officials also disclosed a separate Flamingo Air safety incident earlier the same day, in which a plane returned to Nassau and later caught fire after passengers disembarked.

Sparse crowds and a collapsing stage marred the Great American State Fair on the National Mall, leaving President Donald Trump reportedly furious and ordering removal of event images from White House accounts. Footage showed attendees walking out during his speech amid extreme heat and tight security restrictions that limited what visitors could bring. High-profile musical acts withdrew from the festivities, no replacements were added, and water prices drew complaints. A late-night fireworks display and Trump’s plan for an extended Fourth of July speech further fueled criticism of the event’s planning and execution.

A large-scale Russian assault using ballistic missiles and drones struck Kyiv overnight, sending residents into subway shelters as explosions caused fires and an apartment building collapse. Ukrainian officials, including President Volodymyr Zelensky and Mayor Vitali Klitschko, urged citizens to heed air-raid warnings amid continued strikes. The attack followed Ukrainian efforts to pressure Russia through long-range drone strikes and international diplomacy, including Zelensky’s visit to Ireland to push forward EU membership discussions. European leaders emphasized Ukraine’s growing role in regional security, with NATO and EU ties gradually deepening despite ongoing conflict.