Chief Intelligence Editor's Brief Today's global reporting is dominated by a standout individual performance on the world stage, as France secures a decisive victory in their World Cup campaign.
In a breathtaking display of clinical finishing, Ousmane Dembélé has silenced his detractors with a stunning 25-minute hat-trick. His explosive offensive surge proved insurmountable for Norway, propelling Les Bleus to a commanding victory and cementing France's status as a formidable force in the tournament.