The American Express Times
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Spain Ends France’s Bid to Win Third World Cup
Spain defeated France 2-0 in the World Cup semifinal, securing their place in the 2026 final with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro. This victory ended France’s bid for a third title and set Spain up to face either England or Argentina in the championship match.
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England’s destiny is tournament heartbreak
England was eliminated from the tournament after a close round of 16 loss to Argentina, despite taking an early lead through Bukayo Saka and strong…
Two-tier Policing of Protests is REAL
A Policy Exchange report accuses the Metropolitan Police of applying uneven standards in managing protests, favoring some groups over others and eroding public trust. The…
Tsunami hits Japan after massive quake
A 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck off the northeast coast of Japan, triggering a tsunami that affected coastal areas and injured more than 20 people. Authorities…
How to Clean Your Produce
Thoroughly washing fresh fruits and vegetables using cool water, soaking, scrubbing, and proper rinsing can significantly reduce dirt and bacteria on produce. However, cooking produce…
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Fifa hit with injunction over ticket prices
A German court has ordered FIFA to stop undisclosed ticket resale practices for the World Cup and to reveal the identities and addresses of commercial…
Lautaro breaks braveheart England in late comeback victory for the ages
Argentina overcame an early deficit to defeat England in the World Cup semifinal with two late goals, including a stoppage-time volley by Lautaro Martínez. This…
Spain v Argentina Final Preview and Expectations
Argentina and Spain will face off in the World Cup final on Sunday after a tournament featuring 206 teams and 102 matches held across North…
Felix Charity Appeal to Address Family Hunger
The charity Felix has launched an appeal to support families in the UK struggling with food insecurity during the summer holidays, when free school meals…
Head of Navy’s Broadside at Reeves Over Defence Cash
First Sea Lord General Sir Gwyn Jenkins criticized Chancellor Rachel Reeves for insufficient defence funding amidst increasing Russian naval activity near the UK. He warned…
Camilla, Queen of Rutshire Royal Rivals fan visits set of bonkbuster and meets the lothario based on her ex
Camilla, Queen of Rutshire, visited the set of the Disney+ series "Rivals" in Bristol during filming of its second season to support the UK’s film…
Wicked! Globe nods for Cynthia and Adolescence stars
British actors Cynthia Erivo and Emily Blunt received Golden Globe nominations for their roles in "Wicked: For Good" and "The Smashing Machine," respectively, while the…
Don’t Leave Britain Defenceless campaign highlights security risks
Senior military officials have warned that Britain’s national security is at risk due to falling defence budgets amid increased Russian naval activity near UK waters.…
Choc horror; Maltesers now dearer than steak
Rising global cocoa prices have caused the cost of Maltesers candy to exceed that of premium steak on a per-gram basis due to weather damage…
Legal claim over Amy Winehouse's possessions auctioned for £730,000
Mitch Winehouse has sued Amy Winehouse’s former flatmates for £730,000, alleging they wrongfully auctioned and profited from around 150 personal items belonging to the late…
Tories: We will deport criminal dual nationals
The Conservative Party has proposed stripping criminal dual nationals convicted of child grooming of their British citizenship and deporting them, including those born in the…
U.S. student knifed 'germophobe' girlfriend in face then rang his father for a lawyer as she lay dying
Joshua Michals, a University of London student, was found guilty of murdering his girlfriend Zhe Wang by stabbing her twice in the face during a…
NHS bosses harassed nurse after row about trans doctor using female changing room
A tribunal ruled that NHS Fife harassed nurse Sandie Peggie after she raised objections to a transgender doctor’s use of the female changing room at…
Pub landlady shot dead on business trip to Trinidad
Elaine McGowan, a British pub manager from Kent, was fatally shot in Trinidad and Tobago on July 5 while visiting her godfather’s home. Authorities have…
Leadership plotting in the open as Labour members asked who should replace PM
Labour Together has surveyed local party groups to gauge support for potential successors to Sir Keir Starmer, reflecting growing uncertainty about his leadership ahead of…
Spineless Starmer part 1 detailing inquiry delay
Nearly seven months after Sir Keir Starmer ordered an inquiry into historical grooming gang cases involving systemic abuse and institutional failures, no formal investigation has…
Interview on destitution and refugee crisis in Glasgow
Glasgow is facing severe social and economic strain as a rising influx of asylum seekers and refugees intensifies homelessness, language barriers, and pressure on public…
Imagine if they scrapped all targets for cancer or childhood vaccinations
England’s health authorities have eliminated official targets for dementia diagnosis, a change that critics fear may lead to slower identification and misdiagnosis of the condition.…
The White Queen: Soapy Tudor drama review
The Tudor dynasty drama trilogy, originally adapted from Philippa Gregory's novels, continued production by American producers after the BBC did not renew the first series…
UK workers saved in Airbus and Boeing deal
Boeing and Airbus have agreed to restructure ownership of Spirit AeroSystems’ facilities in Northern Ireland, Scotland, and other locations, with Airbus acquiring the Belfast and…
Alisson’s backing for Slot as Salah is axed for Inter trip
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has excluded Mohamed Salah from the squad for the upcoming Champions League match against Inter Milan, prompting public criticism from the…
PPE Fraudsters Spent Money on Luxury Goods
Three individuals were convicted at Leicester Crown Court for fraud and money laundering in a Covid-19 PPE scam involving false claims to supply millions of…
I deserve my £1m salary, says Thames Water boss
Thames Water CEO Chris Weston received a salary increase pushing his total pay above £1 million despite the company's ongoing financial struggles and failure to…
Rayner warns Starmer: Now is not the time to blink on my workers' Bill
Angela Rayner has called on Labour leader Keir Starmer and government ministers to resist further weakening of the Employment Rights Bill, emphasizing the need to…
Spineless Starmer part 2 on government leadership failures
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer plans to bring Deputy Leader Angela Rayner back into his Cabinet despite her recent resignation over a stamp duty controversy.…
Elton John responds to fan by cleaning his oven
Elton John posted a video showing himself cleaning his oven in response to a fan’s remark about its condition. The clip highlighted a playful and…
Having lost my daughter, I can’t forgive dramas that make light of life-threatening food allergies
Tanya Ednan-Laperouse, co-founder of The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation, has criticized recent films and TV shows for inaccurately portraying the severity of food allergies, which…
Love Scam: An Unbelievable Fraud documentary review
A German documentary investigates a romance fraud case in which Matthias was deceived by Dennis, who falsely claimed to be a lawyer destined for the…
Frosty reception for Magnum market debut
Magnum Ice Cream Company launched its initial public offering on Wednesday, debuting on multiple stock exchanges with a valuation of around £7 billion following its…
Garnacho: It was easy to quit United
Alejandro Garnacho has no regrets about his £40 million transfer from Manchester United to Chelsea, viewing the move as essential for his career progression. His…
Pub faces last orders over fans’ loud cheers
A pub in Pontefract is at risk of losing its licence after Wakefield council received multiple complaints about amplified music during England’s World Cup celebrations.…
Asda sends till workers into warehouses under turnaround plan
Asda will require checkout employees to rotate through four key store departments—replenishment, process, service, and picking—as part of a new strategy to boost flexibility and…
Whistleblowers ‘attacked’ by grid bosses
Whistleblowers at the National Energy System Operator have alleged that management downplayed risks to the UK electricity grid's stability during June's heatwave and discouraged internal…
Spencer’s wife and his girlfriend settle privacy row, he’ll pay legal costs
Karen Spencer has settled a High Court privacy dispute with Earl Spencer’s partner, Professor Cat Jarman, over the unauthorized disclosure of Jarman’s multiple sclerosis diagnosis,…
Wes Streeting sanctioned puberty blocking trial on children
The UK government has launched a £10.7 million trial involving puberty blockers for over 200 children under 16 to assess the treatment's safety and outcomes…
Pictured, toddler killed in one bite after pitbull was 'spooked by guns'
A two-year-old British boy was fatally attacked by a pitbull at his family's home on Zakynthos, Greece, after the dog was reportedly startled by nearby…
So what’s the best way to take muscle-building creatine?
Creatine supplementation is widely recognized for improving muscle strength and recovery, with daily doses of 3 to 5 grams recommended to enhance exercise performance and…