Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ ball sells for £2.5m
The football with which Diego Maradona scored his famous ‘hand of God’ goal in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final victory over England is sold at auction.
China probes use of formaldehyde to keep cabbages fresh
Using the carcinogen to preserve food is prohibited in China, the world’s largest producer of cabbages.
Australian shark attack victim grateful for ‘second chance at life’
Leah Stewart was mauled by a shark in June, suffering multiple bites to her arms and legs.
Nearly three million Teslas recalled in China over hidden door handles
Other brands affected by the recall include Chinese carmakers XPeng, Xiaomi and Geely.
Divorce, smartphones and control – BBC sees how Taliban run Afghanistan
Five years after the Taliban’s return, the BBC follows senior figures as the group reshapes the country.
Shein aims for almost $27bn valuation in stock market debut
The fast-fashion giant’s shares are due to start trading in Hong Kong on 1 September.
Nearly 3 million Teslas recalled in China over hidden door handles
Other brands affected by the recall include Chinese carmakers XPeng, Xiaomi and Geely.
Australian shark attack victim grateful for ‘second chance at life’
Leah Stewart was mauled by a shark in June, suffering multiple bites to her arms and legs.
Burnham to visit Kyiv on first foreign trip and reaffirm UK support for Ukraine
It comes after Moscow warned of “consequences” over the reported use of British drones by Ukraine.
Trump waves green flag to start IndyCar race through Washington streets
The president took a ceremonial lap of the track before the race, which is the culmination of a summer of events to mark the country’s 250th birthday.
