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England clinch 2026 World Cup

England, coached by Thomas Tuchel, secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup as the first European team after a 5-0 win over Latvia that included two Harry Kane goals.

England clinch 2026 World Cup
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Instagram enforces default parental controls

Meta announced Instagram would restrict users under 18 to a PG‑13-style setting, requiring parental permission to opt out, first in the US, Canada, Australia and Britain, with Europe next.

Instagram enforces default parental controls
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Robinson tried over suspected terrorism

British far-right activist Tommy Robinson stood trial in the UK after refusing to give his phone PIN, saying Elon Musk was funding his defence, prosecutors said they suspected terrorism-related material.

Robinson tried over suspected terrorism
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Germany rally past Northern Ireland

Germany's U21 beat Northern Ireland 2-1 away in European Championship qualifying after a late double secured the comeback and kept them on track in the group.

Germany rally past Northern Ireland
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Ex Premier referee pleaded guilty

Former Premier League referee David Coote pleaded guilty at Nottingham Crown Court on Tuesday to making an indecent image of a child, having earlier denied the allegations.

Ex Premier referee pleaded guilty
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Rat halts Wales Belgium qualifier

A rat briefly halted Wales’ World Cup qualifier against Belgium at Cardiff City Stadium when goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois failed to catch it and Brennan Johnson escorted it off.

Rat halts Wales Belgium qualifier
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