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Jeremy Doku jets back for birth of first child as Belgium set return date

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June 22, 2026

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Iran Herald

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· Jun 23, 2026

After son's birth, Jeremy Doku rejoining Belgium Tuesday

(Photo credit: Blake Dahlin-Imagn Images)Belgian winger Jeremy Doku was able to attend the birth of his son in London on Monday and will return to his national team on Tuesday.Doku's wife, Shireen, gave birth to a son named Praise on Monday, the Belgian soccer federation said in a statement attributed to team doctor Brahim Hacene.The Manchester City star had missed Belgium's 0-0 draw against Iran o

The Independent

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· Jun 21, 2026

TV presenter apologises after criticising Jeremy Doku’s plan to leave World Cup for birth of first child

Doku, who will miss Belgium’s match against Iran due to illness, plans to return home for the birth of his first child even if Belgium are still in the tournament

E! Online

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· Jun 24, 2026

DWTS' Scott Hoying and Husband Mark Manio Hoying Welcome First Baby

UPDATE: Scott Hoying and Mark Manio Hoying welcomed their first baby via surrogate on June 3. They named their daughter Birdie James Hoying. SHE’S HERE! the couple announced in a June 23...

Vanguard News

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· Jun 22, 2026

Belgium’s Doku welcomes baby boy after World Cup controversy

Jeremy Doku has become a father, the Belgian football association announced Monday, days after the player's plans to leave the World Cup to be there for the birth sparked controversy. The post Belgium’s Doku welcomes baby boy after World Cup controversy appeared first on Vanguard News.

Yen.com.gh

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· Jun 23, 2026

Jeremy Doku returns to Belgium World Cup squad after welcoming son

Manchester City winger Jérémy Doku has returned to the Belgium squad after flying to London for the birth of his son, Praise, amid medical clearance and controversy.

Us Weekly

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· Jun 22, 2026

Hailey Bieber Shares Lookalike Pic of Justin Bieber and Jack on Father’s Day

Justin and Hailey Bieber have given fans several glimpses into their life as parents via social media since welcoming son Jack in August 2024. “WELCOME HOME JACK BLUES BIEBER ,” Justin wrote alongside a sweet Instagram snap of the newborn’s foot in 2024, confirming his birth. While the pair have yet to show their son’s []

BBC Sport

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· Jun 22, 2026

Doku returning to World Cup after birth of first child

Jeremy Doku flew home to attend the birth of his first child - but why has that proved controversial in some quarters?

CNN

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· Jun 22, 2026

Belgium’s Jérémy Doku faces criticism over leaving World Cup for child birth

Belgium’s Jérémy Doku is facing criticism over plans to leave the World Cup for the birth of his first child. With his wife due the second week of July, the timing conflicts with a potential quarterfinal appearance for Belgium. CNN’s Don Riddell reports.

JFeed

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· Jun 23, 2026

Belgium Winger Jeremy Doku is a Dad

Belgium officially confirmed Jeremy Doku left the squad to attend the birth of his son Praise in London, and will rejoin the team Wednesday ahead of the New Zealand match.

Associated Press

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· Jun 26, 2026

Swedish climate minister shows up to EU meeting with her baby

Sweden’s minister for climate and the environment, Romina Pourmokhtari attended a European Council Environment meeting in Luxembourg with her three-month-old baby on Friday. “Very pleased to be back in the Council and looking forward to today's discussions on many different topics," Pourmokhtar, who gave birth in March, told journalists as she arrived with her son Adam in a sling. #shorts #swedish #minister #eu #meeting #baby

BBC

· Jun 22, 2026

How football united behind Doku after childbirth criticism

Jeremy Doku wants to fly home to attend the birth of his first child - but why has that proved controversial in some quarters?

Football | The Guardian

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· Jun 22, 2026

L’Équipe apologises to Belgian footballer Jérémy Doku for presenter’s comments

French media outlet distanced itself from criticism of Doku’s plan to fly back from World Cup for birth of first childThe French media outlet L’Équipe has apologised to the Belgian footballer Jérémy Doku after he was criticised by one of its pundits for saying he would leave the World Cup to be present at the birth of his first child.The Belgian football federation said Doku had made it back to London in time to be with his wife, Shireen, who gave birth to a boy called Praise on Monday. Continue reading...

Knewz

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· Jul 2, 2026

Usha Vance reflects on ‘epic chaos’ of family life while expecting fourth child

A baby is on the way for the Vances. The Vice President of the United States of America, J.D. Vance, and his wife, Usha, are expecting their fourth child together. The baby is due in July, and, in an exclusive interview with “Moms for America” released on June 30, she candidly reflected on her decision....

South Africa Today

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· Jul 2, 2026

Abandoned Newborn Baby Boy Rescued in Pietermaritzburg After Residents Hear Cries

PIETERMARITZBURG — An abandoned newborn baby boy is recovering in a hospital after being rescued in Pietermaritzburg today. Quick-thinking pedestrians walking near the area heard the infant’s cries and immediately alerted emergency services, leading to a successful medical intervention. The incident unfolded at approximately 12:00 PM when the KwaZulu Private Ambulance Service received urgent calls []

Awful Announcing

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· Jun 23, 2026

French presenter apologizes for saying Belgian player shouldn’t miss World Cup match for baby’s birth

A French television presenter is apologizing after criticizing Belgian star Jeremy Doku’s decision to leave the World Cup to be with his newborn child. Jeremy Doku, a Belgian forward, told reporters that he would leave the World Cup in order to attend the birth of his first child. France Pierron of France’s L’Equipe responded to

NDTV

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· Jun 21, 2026

Belgium Star Can Leave FIFA WC Midway, Faces Backlash: "Completely Useless"

Belgium football team star Jeremy Doku can leave the FIFA World Cup 2026 midway in order to attend the birth of his first child.

Sky News Australia

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· Jul 4, 2026

King Charles' royal reunion with grandchildren collapses over security dispute

Prince Harry's wish for his children and King Charles to see each other next week is looking less likely. Meghan Markle, 7-year-old Archie and 5-year-old Lilibet have cancelled plans to visit the UK after certain safety requests were denied by the Commonwealth. This was talked about as a significant moment, as it would act as a big reunion for the Royal family. The King has not seen two of his grandchildren in over four years.

Townhall

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· Jul 6, 2026

What Happens Now? Mike Johnson Just Signaled the Next Move on Birthright Citizenship

What Happens Now? Mike Johnson Just Signaled the Next Move on Birthright Citizenship

CBC News

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· Jun 23, 2026

Belgium player left the World Cup for the birth of his 1st child, and people had opinions

Belgium winger Jérémy Doku flew from the World Cup to be with his wife for the birth of their son on Sunday, sparking a debate about professional athletes and fatherhood.

Legit.ng

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· Jun 21, 2026

Debate ignites as Jeremy Doku considers leaving World Cup for child's delivery

Belgium's Jeremy Doku plans to attend the birth of his first child during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, igniting debate on family vs football priorities among fans.

The korea Herald News

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· Jul 2, 2026

Netflix director likens BTS reunion to Homer's 'The Odyssey'

Bao Nguyen, director of the upcoming Netflix documentary BTS: The Return, likened BTS' military hiatus and reunion to Homer's The Odyssey, describing the group's return as a modern journey shaped by separation, longing and homecoming. Speaking in a recorded interview screened Thursday at the fifth BTS Global Interdisciplinary Conference in Jeonju, North Jeolla Province, Nguyen said the comparison first came to him while watching BTS perform at SoFi Stadium in 2021, before the members began t

People.com

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· Jun 23, 2026

Pentatonix’s Scott Hoying and Husband Mark Welcome Their Baby Girl, Reveal Her Name with an Epic Video (Exclusive)

Birdie James was born on June 3 in Los Angeles

Hello Magazine

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· Jul 4, 2026

Prince Harry's plans to travel with Meghan, Archie and Lilibet confirmed

The Duke of Sussex is set to return to the UK for a five-day visit from 7 to 11 July but it's now been confirmed that the Duchess of Sussex and their two children will not join him for the London portion of his trip

Limerick Post Newspaper

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· Jul 7, 2026

Shane Daniel Byrne tours his most personal show yet to Dolan’s Warehouse

SHANE Daniel Byrne, one of Ireland’s most acclaimed stand-up comedians, is bringing his brand new solo show Baby This Time to Dolan’s Warehouse on Friday March 26, 2027. The show — described as Byrne’s most personal to date — centres on a deceptively simple premise: all his mates are having babies, and he’s just having [] The post Shane Daniel Byrne tours his most personal show yet to Dolan’s Warehouse appeared first on Limerick Post.

Disclose.tv

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· Jul 9, 2026

[Media] NEW - Muhammad is the top baby name for boys for the third year in a row in Britain, w [...]

NEW - Muhammad is the top baby name for boys for the third year in a row in Britain, with Olivia the number one name for girls.Read here: https://www.disclose.tv/id/wavbykyicg/@disclosetvDisclose.tvMuhammad overtakes Noah as most popular boy's nameBreaking news from around the world.

South China Morning Post

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· Jun 25, 2026

Swedish minister brings baby to EU meeting, a first for the bloc

EU governments’ ministers gathered for a long day’s discussion of climate change policies on Thursday were surprised by a fresh-faced participant at their negotiating table: a three-month-old baby. Swedish Climate Minister Romina Pourmokhtari brought her son, Adam, to the EU council meeting in Luxembourg, to ‌highlight the benefits of parental leave policies which do not force women to choose between work and family responsibilities. “I wanted to showcase being an example of not having to make...

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