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Rubiales asked to resign for kissing player by Spanish soccer federation officials

By Graham Dunbar, Associated Press

“After the latest developments and the unacceptable behavior that has caused great damage to the image of Spanish soccer, the presidents request that Luis Rubiales resign immediately as president of the RFEF,” the statement said.

Poland, Baltic states warn they could seal borders with Belarus if military, migrant tensions grow

By Monika Scislowska, Associated Press

NATO members Poland and the Baltic states say they will seal off their borders with Russia's ally Belarus if there are any military incidents or a massive migrant push by Minsk.

What's next for Russia and Wagner Group in Africa following death of Prigozhin

By Nick Schifrin

For many, the fiery demise of Yevgeny Prigozhin was foretold two months ago after his failed mutiny against Russian President Vladimir Putin. But Prigozhin and his mercenary Wagner Group were an important expeditionary force for the Kremlin in Africa. Nick…

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Greece authorities reinforce firefighting forces to tackle massive blaze in the country's northeast

By Elena Becatoros, Associated Press

Greek authorities have reinforced firefighting forces in the northeastern part of the country where a massive deadly wildfire was burning for a 10th day with no signs of abating.

Japan calls on China to ask citizens to stop harassment in wake of Fukushima wastewater discharge

By Mari Yamaguchi, Associated Press

The discharge of the wastewater into the ocean, which began Thursday and is expected to continue for decades, has been strongly opposed by fishing groups and by neighboring countries.

Pope Francis denounces 'backward' attitudes of conservatives in U.S. Catholic Church

By Associated Press

The Pope said those conservatives have replaced faith with ideology and that a correct understanding of Catholic doctrine allows for change over time.

U.S., China agree to talk export controls, but make no concessions on other disputes

By Joe McDonald, Associated Press

Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s government wants to revive foreign investor interest in China as it tries to reverse a deepening economic slump.

China to stop requiring negative COVID-19 test from incoming travelers

By Simina Mistreanu, Associated Press

Beijing ended its tough domestic “zero COVID” policy only in December, after years of draconian curbs that at times included full-city lockdowns and lengthy quarantines for people who were infected.

Zimbabwe's opposition alleges fraud in election that extends incumbent party's 43-year rule

By Farai Mutsaka, Gerald Imray, Associated Press

Zimbabwe’s main opposition leader on Sunday alleged “blatant and gigantic fraud” in the country’s election after President Emmerson Mnangagwa was declared the winner and international observers reported an atmosphere of intimidation against voters.

More than 600 firefighters with air support struggle to control wildfires in Greece

By Elena Becatoros, Associated Press

Greece has been plagued by daily outbreaks of dozens of fires over the past week as gale-force winds and hot, dry summer conditions combined to whip up flames and hamper firefighting efforts.