Uruguay remains a stable South American country known for social welfare and a progressive tilt, facing regional challenges and leadership in the Southern Cone.
Andreas Almgren has won the New York City Marathon on his debut, finishing in 2:06:01, edging Italy’s Yemaneberhan Crippa by 13 seconds. Kenya’s Sheila Chepkirui defends the women’s title with a late surge to finish in 2:24:36, beating US runner Jessica McClain. Marcel Hug wins the men’s wheelchair race as Catherine Debrunner claims the women’s wheelchair title.
The Independent reports that an encounter at the Apostolic Palace shows a close, informal exchange between Pope Leo and a prominent, non-Catholic music figure, underscoring a mood of openness following the pope’s death and a resurgence of cultural diplomacy.
Celtic has secured a four-year deal with Haissem Hassan, a 24-year-old winger from Oviedo, with an option for a fifth year and add-ons totalling around £9m. The signing follows late-season interest and signals a broader transfer push as Mika Baur negotiations continue. Liverpool and Barca-linked moves also shape the summer, with new options for squads across the Premier League and La Liga.
Australia faces H5N1 spread among wildlife as Baudin Rocks mass mortality events are confirmed. Victoria and South Australia report dead and sick crested terns; New Zealand begins vaccination research to protect native birds; farmers strengthen biosecurity while communities assist with surveillance.
Liverpool has secured Ronald Araujo on a season-long loan from Barcelona with an option to buy. The Uruguay international adds leadership and versatility to the back line as injuries bite, with Konaté departed and several defenders sidelined.
Celtic has moved ahead in their Champions League play-off after a 3-0 first leg in Glasgow, with Nygren and Durán scoring and Duran adding a third. LASK created chances; Celtic are in a strong position for the return leg in Linz.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez have married in a private civil ceremony in Cascais, Portugal, attended by their five children. The couple announced the news on Instagram with wedding bands. Reports align on a small, intimate ceremony with family present; official confirmation has been shared by representatives and multiple outlets.
Iran seeks membership in BRICS’ New Development Bank to diversify funding amid sanctions and war pressures. Tehran aims to use regional currencies for trade and to secure financing for infrastructure as it faces economic strain.
The prime minister has told Manchester mayors that a British Isles bid for the World Cup is possible, potentially spreading hosting duties across multiple nations as part of a broader sporting push.
A federal judge has vacated a policy that would have blocked immigrant visas to 75 countries, ruling Secretary of State Rubio exceeded his authority and violated the Immigration and Nationality Act. The decision reinforces consular officers’ control over visa eligibility and sparks renewed debate over the administration’s immigration agenda.
Inter Miami has drawn 2-2 with Philadelphia Union. Lionel Messi has moved to second in MLS scoring with 13 goals. His father Jorge Messi, aged 68, has died. Daniel Pinter scored for Miami, while Indiana Vassilev and Neil Pierre found the net for the Union. The result comes amid Messi’s lighter form since returning from Argentina following his father’s death.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has faced renewed scrutiny as FairSquare’s complaints persist, with European bodies pressing for transparency and a fresh external review of the FFE plan. UEFA and others are seeking documents, while Infantino remains intent on a fourth term, with candidacies due next month.
Morocco, Spain and Portugal are co-hosts for the 2030 World Cup, with FIFA yet to decide the final venue. Moroccan PM Akhannouch warns against premature promises as tensions run over where the final will be played. Multiple leaders emphasize resolving hosting rights with their allies. The 2030 tournament will mark the competition’s 100th anniversary.
Messi has announced his retirement from international duty and will be honoured in a farewell match on 6 October in Buenos Aires. Argentina will host Benin, Burkina Faso and Bolivia in a FIFA window with reductions in capacity due to sanctions. Several players face suspensions from the World Cup final. The event marks Argentina’s return home after the tournament and signals changes ahead for the national team.
Pope Leo XIV has opened a four-day visit to France focused on defending the value of human life and meeting abuse survivors. The trip has prompted protests and fresh criticism: survivors and campaigners say the church has not provided timely justice and want transparent trials, while French reparations bodies have awarded hundreds of victims compensation.
The El Niño weather pattern has intensified, with multiple reports showing record sea-surface temperatures and forecasts of extreme heat. Scientists warn that global impacts will intensify through 2027, affecting temperatures, rainfall, and wildfire risk across regions from the Pacific to Africa and the Americas.
Australia defeats South Africa in a dramatic Perth Test, extending Les Kiss’s unbeaten run. The Wallabies build a high‑scoring lead before a late, multi‑yellow-card fightback by the Springboks narrows the gap, but a final push falls short.
Chapek describes his Disney exit as a deliberate undermining by his predecessor Bob Iger, and recounts the board’s role, Iger’s return to the helm, and the ensuing financial and strategic strains on Disney through the pandemic and after.
Pope Leo XIV has undergone surgery at Rome's Gemelli Hospital to remove the lower lobe of his right lung after doctors found a small, localized nodule. Surgeons have confirmed lung adenocarcinoma; doctors have said postoperative blood tests and a chest X‑ray are within expected ranges and the pope has begun physiotherapy and walking in his room.
Netflix will stream all 104 games of the 2026 men’s World Cup, co-hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco, with one free-to-watch game per matchday in Spain. Spain’s games and the final will also be broadcast on free-to-air TV in Spain. The deal marks Netflix’s continued push into live sports.
The General Assembly has allocated 47 seats on the UN Human Rights Council to regional groups, with all regions submitting the same number of candidates for a three‑year term. Contested races have been avoided for a second year, drawing criticism from rights groups about genuine accountability.
Pope Leo XIV has been discharged from Rome’s Gemelli hospital after surgery to remove a cancerous lung tumour. Doctors say he is fit for discharge and his recovery is progressing normally; tests will determine if the cancer has spread and if further treatment is needed. The pope is continuing to monitor his health and may adjust travel plans for his November trip to South America.
A sequence of earthquakes in Panama, including a magnitude 7.7 and 6.6 Friday, has damaged buildings, prompted evacuations across provinces and Indigenous territories, and drawn regional and US humanitarian support. Seismologists report dozens of aftershocks as authorities assess damage and coordinate relief.
Pope Leo XIV has had the lower lung lobe removed and his recovery is progressing. Doctors say there is no clinical reason to stop the planned Nov. 6-17 trip to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru, though organizers are monitoring his health as he weighs travel amid ongoing treatment discussions.
The pope has undergone surgery to remove a lung nodule and is resuming activities. He has urged for greater dialogue and a ceasefire in Ukraine to deliver aid and evacuate civilians. A trip to South America is being planned, pending doctors’ advice.
Scotland has moved up in the world rankings and will host New Zealand, Australia and Japan at Murrayfield next month as part of Finals Weekend, with a further fixture to be announced. Townsend’s side are preparing for the 2027 Rugby World Cup with warm-up matches including a potential home-and-away against France.
The Vatican reports that Pope Leo has resumed public duties after surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung. He has been diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma. Officials caution that his schedule may be adjusted as he recovers, with a U.N. trip in November under consideration.
The pope has had the lower lobe of his right lung removed after lung adenocarcinoma was diagnosed. Final tests indicate the cancer has not spread, and no further treatment is needed. He has resumed public duties and is planning a Latin America trip in early November, with pace adjusted for recovery.
Scotland has named a 37-man squad for the Nations Championship phase, led by Townsend. The selection prioritizes experience, with returns for Huw Jones and Blair Kinghorn, and the introduction of Ollie Leatherbarrow. Scotland will host New Zealand, Australia and Japan at Murrayfield before Finals Weekend at Twickenham.
The Vatican has pressed for peace as Pope Leo has delivered a video message in Assisi, urging an end to war and a cease-fire in Ukraine. The pope’s humanitarian drive accelerates with a local cease-fire in Oleshky; a Vatican envoy leads aid shipments to Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities.
Pope Leo XIV has begun a three-week tour of Uruguay, Argentina and Peru following lung cancer surgery. He is visiting secular Uruguay, meeting leaders and the poor, and will travel to Argentina and Peru in a trip described as emotionally charged and symbolically meaningful for the continent.