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Rising stars and fading powers: Key matchups in 2026 World Cup qualifiers

Rising stars and fading powers: Key matchups in 2026 World Cup qualifiers

Only three direct spots are available in the Concacaf World Cup qualifiers, as the USA, Mexico, and Canada have already secured their places as hosts. The next two highest-ranking teams will advance to the inter-confederation playoffs. Suriname, who have reached the final qualifying round only once before, will aim to

"Quantum computing startup hits $10bn valuation amid growing investor enthusiasm"

"Quantum computing startup hits $10bn valuation amid growing investor enthusiasm"

A British entrepreneur specializing in quantum computing has seen the value of his stake in the company he founded rise to $2bn (£1.5bn), following a recent funding round that valued the business at $10bn. Ilyas Khan, 63, established Quantinuum, a UK-US firm, which reported raising $600m on Thursday as

Matthews leads England as skipper in World Cup clash with Australia

Matthews leads England as skipper in World Cup clash with Australia

Alex Matthews to Lead England Against Australia in Rugby World Cup Clash Alex Matthews will captain England for just the second time in her career as the team faces Australia in their final pool match of the Rugby World Cup. The encounter sees 12 changes to the starting lineup. Jess

Lloyd’s new chief flags change in fossil fuel coverage

Lloyd’s new chief flags change in fossil fuel coverage

The new leader of Lloyd’s has emphasized the insurance market’s neutral stance in what appears to be a shift in its approach to climate policy, while also highlighting the increasing dangers posed by more frequent extreme weather events. Patrick Tiernan, who became CEO in June after succeeding John

World leaders meet to discuss Ukraine security pledges in 'Coalition of the Willing'

World leaders meet to discuss Ukraine security pledges in 'Coalition of the Willing'

Europe Must Recognize Russia’s Threat, Says NATO’s Rutte NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte spoke at the IISS Prague Defence Summit, emphasizing the need for Europe to strengthen its military capabilities in response to growing global threats. Rutte noted that Russia and China are rapidly expanding and modernizing their

"Scotland's clash with Denmark begins pivotal six-match spell for Clarke"

"Scotland's clash with Denmark begins pivotal six-match spell for Clarke"

The passing of Jimmy Bone this week carried a deeper sense of sorrow. A figure who left a significant mark on Scottish club football, the resilient striker’s only goal for his nation came in Copenhagen’s original Parken Stadium during a 4-1 victory over Denmark in October 1972. At

"Israel-Premier Tech warns quitting Vuelta would create 'dangerous precedent'"

"Israel-Premier Tech warns quitting Vuelta would create 'dangerous precedent'"

Israel-Premier Tech Determined to Continue in Vuelta a España Despite Protests Israel-Premier Tech has stated that withdrawing from this year’s Vuelta a España would “set a dangerous precedent in cycling” after pro-Palestinian demonstrations disrupted the 11th stage on Wednesday. No winner was declared for the stage after protesters blocked