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For several hours on Friday, no-one seemed to know when England’s World Cup last-16 match against co-hosts Mexico would kick off. BBC Sport tells how a story of confusion and anger –

We traced Twana Jamal, once the “the godfather” of French migrant camps, to two shops in Leicestershire.

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Argentina overcome a huge scare as they beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time thanks to a deflected header from Cristian Romero to advance to the last 16.

The president used his clemency power to further undermine environmental laws and to help a political supporter who pleaded guilty in a fraud involving Jack Abramoff.

Fans in Gaza celebrated Egypt’s win at match screenings held against the backdrop of bombed buildings.

Another heatwave is on its way and set to last significantly longer as Stav Danaos explains.

The Russian leader denounced Ukraine’s “imaginary achievements” on the battlefield of late, calling its leaders “play actors.”

Former health secretary Wes Streeting says the “cowardice” of leaders who refused to co-operate was “an insult”.

Lionel Messi hits Argentina’s opening goal against Cape Verde with a “sensational” finish in Miami, as he scores in an eighth consecutive World Cup game.