Saks officially emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy with less debt and a new name
China's Geely to ship first Lotus EVs to Canada in July under Carney-Xi deal, ambassador says
US seizes nearly 400 websites that were illegally streaming World Cup, DOJ says
Major beef exporters near China quota caps, clouding second-half trade, report says
CFL won't allow Brendan Sorsby to sign with any team or be added to negotiation lists
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Another World Cup stunner: Cape Verde gets 1st goal of tournament and holds Uruguay to 2-2 draw
Cape Verde’s magical start to its first World Cup isn’t over
June 22, 2026Soccer
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Argentina may have America to thank for Lionel Messi's latest World Cup heroics
Lionel Messi’s move to America will look like a masterstroke if he leads Argentina to back-to-back World Cup titles
June 21, 2026
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How three Norway players are continuing the mission their dads started at the 1994 World Cup
How three Norway players are continuing the mission their dads started at the 1994 World Cup
June 21, 2026
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Pink boots are everywhere at the World Cup as the color becomes a soccer star
Of all the rainbow of colors during the World Cup, one is sticking out: pink
June 21, 2026
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Iran says it's being treated unfairly. Its World Cup travel schedule isn't unique
Iran says it unfairly is being asked to travel to World Cup matches on the day before games and return immediately after, but that schedule itself is not uncommon among teams
June 20, 2026
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'Trip of a lifetime': Iowa family heads to Seattle for Team USA’s World Cup match
'Trip of a lifetime': Iowa family heads to Seattle for Team USA’s World Cup match
June 20, 2026
Entertainment|Sports|World
Cape Verde’s star goalkeeper Vozinha gets a family boost before Uruguay clash
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has his family supporting him as his team continues its World Cup journey
June 20, 2026
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In Mexico, a love affair with all things Korean — at least until kickoff
First came the factories, then came the food, and then the pop tunes took over.
June 18, 2026
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The Great Hydration Break Debate takes over the World Cup
The Great Hydration Break Debate takes over the World Cup
June 18, 2026
Americas|Crime|Sports|World
Colombia's Luis Díaz stars in World Cup debut, less than 3 years after his parents' kidnapping
After contributing a goal and an assist in his World Cup debut, Colombia’s Luis Díaz walked to the sidelines to look for his father
June 18, 2026
Health|Sports|World
Christian Pulisic still training separately, increasing concern for the US at the World Cup
Christian Pulisic trained apart from his U.S. teammates for the third straight day of World Cup practice because of his calf injury
June 18, 2026
Sports|World
World Cup hat tricks: Messi’s was the latest, an American scored the first and other key facts
At age 38 and playing in his sixth World Cup, Lionel Messi has his first hat trick in soccer’s biggest tournament and Argentina’s defense of the trophy is off to a flying start
June 18, 2026
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Cape Verde star goalkeeper Vozinha's mother gets visa to attend next World Cup match
The mother of Cape Verde star goalkeeper Vozinha has been granted a visa to enter the United States in time for her 40-year-old son’s next World Cup match
June 17, 2026
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40 years on, Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal is still celebrated. But should it be?
A philosopher of sport guides readers through the ethics of Diego Maradona’s most celebrated goal – and his most controversial.
June 17, 2026
Entertainment|Sports|World
Messi has his first World Cup hat trick as defending champion Argentina beats Algeria 3-0 in opener
Lionel Messi registered his first World Cup hat trick and moved into a tie for first on the tournament's career scoring list in a brilliant performance against Algeria on Tuesday night
June 17, 2026
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Kylian Mbappé sparks France with 2 goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at the World Cup
Kylian Mbappé scored twice to move past Pelé with 14 World Cup goals, Bradley Barcola added another and France rebounded from a surprisingly poor first half to beat Senegal 3-1
June 17, 2026
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MLB ballparks are a friendly neighbor to the World Cup, bringing fans and soccer energy to The Show
World Cup matches being played next door to MLB stadiums are providing unusual off days and split series for some baseball teams
June 17, 2026
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A taste of home, yerba mate is a shared bond for many World Cup fans
Alongside their flags, jerseys and songs, fans coming the World Cup matches will bring along their yerba mate
June 16, 2026
Sports|World
Fit to be tied: The big upsets at the World Cup so far have been matches ending at 0-0, 1-1 and 2-2
The teams that are ranked 61st, 67th and 85th in FIFA’s world rankings all were heavy underdogs in their first matches at the World Cup
June 16, 2026
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This Sweden defender at the World Cup isn't your typical soccer player: He's a baron!
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are among the soccer royalty gracing the World Cup in north America but there's real-life aristocracy in Sweden’s squad
June 16, 2026
Sports|World
Belgium settles for 1-1 draw with Egypt at World Cup despite numerous chances for Lukaku, De Bruyne
Romelu Lukaku’s mere presence sparked an attack that led to Belgium’s lone goal only seconds after he entered as a second-half substitute, helping his team earn a 1-1 draw with Egypt at the World Cup
June 16, 2026
Africa|Sports|Travel|World
Tiny Cape Verde shocks favorite Spain with a draw in country’s first World Cup match
Tiny Cape Verde shocks favorite Spain with a draw in country’s first World Cup match
June 16, 2026
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World
Portugal fans mixed on whether Ronaldo will help or hurt team’s World Cup chances
It would have been unthinkable at the start of the 2022 World Cup to suggest Cristiano Ronaldo was anything other than the undisputed leader of the Portugal team
June 15, 2026
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Amad Diallo scores in the 90th minute to lift Ivory Coast past Ecuador 1-0 in the World Cup
Amad Diallo scored in the 90th minute to lift Ivory Coast to a 1-0 victory over Ecuador in its first World Cup appearance in a dozen years
June 15, 2026
Political|Sports|Travel|World
Iran's World Cup experience is less joyful amid war with host US, team captain says before debut
Iran captain Mehdi Taremi says his team is having a challenging World Cup experience amid the multifold disruptions caused by the tensions created by their nation’s war with the co-host U.S. The Iranians arrived in the Los Angeles area on Sunday from their training base in Tijuana, Mexico
June 15, 2026
Sports|US|World
Folarin Balogun, who could have played for England or Nigeria, scores 2 for US in World Cup debut
Folarin Balogun chose to play for the U.S. and made a splashy World Cup debut
June 13, 2026
Americas|Arts|Europe|Sports|World
A Bosnian song about disillusionment with the American Dream becomes a World Cup banger
The opening lyrics couldn’t be plainer: “I am from Bosnia; take me to America.”
June 12, 2026
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Knicks fever is colliding with World Cup buzz, and New York soccer bars are trying to juggle both
In most nations hosting the World Cup, soccer is a fixation
June 12, 2026
Entertainment|Sports|World
Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup’s opening match
Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup’s opening match
June 12, 2026
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Mexico gets off to roaring World Cup start with a 2-0 win over South Africa in the opening match
Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez helped Mexico make an exuberant start to the World Cup by scoring a goal each in a 2-0 win over South Africa in the opening match of the tournament
June 11, 2026
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Arlington Museum of Art brings World Cup history to North Texas ahead of FIFA tournament
Arlington Museum of Art brings World Cup history to North Texas ahead of FIFA tournament
June 12, 2026
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|Travel|World
Soccer fans pack UNCG to welcome Norway ahead of World Cup
Soccer fans pack UNCG to welcome Norway ahead of World Cup
June 12, 2026
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World
The secrets behind a memorable World Cup anthem, from Shakira and more
What makes a memorable FIFA World Cup anthem
June 11, 2026
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Soccer-'Chill, Relax': Infantino defends FIFA over World Cup visa issues
"Chill, relax" was Gianni Infantino's message on Wednesday as the FIFA president sought to defuse concerns over visa issues
June 11, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology|World
As FIFA entices a new generation of fans, a Brazil influencer's platform will stream all 104 games
In Brazil, home of soccer-mad fans and the five-time world champions, the only way to watch all 104 games of the World Cup will be through the streaming platform anchored by a digital influencer
June 10, 2026
Economy|Sports|Travel|World
Haiti at the World Cup is more than an underdog tale – it is the story of global migration
For the first time since 1974, the Haitian men’s team has qualified for the World Cup. This is their story.
June 10, 2026
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World
Messi scores on a penalty as Argentina beats Iceland 3-0 in its final World Cup tune-up
Lionel Messi is ready for his sixth World Cup
June 10, 2026
Sports|World
Wondering which games to watch at the World Cup? These are the 10 best group stage matches
Wondering which games to watch at the World Cup? These are the 10 best group stage matches
June 09, 2026
Sports|Travel|US|World
US team settles into World Cup training base with optimism and gratitude for fan support
The U.S. national team already knew it was in for a once-in-a-lifetime experience this month as the home team in a World Cup
June 09, 2026
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FIFA and Infantino draw bipartisan skepticism ahead of the World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino recently addressed U.S. city leaders, joking about soccer "conquering" America as the World Cup approaches
June 08, 2026
Health|Science|Sports|Technology|World
Health experts to screen US wastewater for disease outbreaks during World Cup
Epidemiologists will be busy this summer sifting through sewage and social media with the goal of keeping soccer fans and the public safe from severe illness during
June 08, 2026
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In Bay Area, World Cup is set to boost fast-growing grassroots soccer
For years, Jorge Bejarano has been one of the San Francisco Bay Area's most passionate soccer fans, banging a drum for the second-tier Oakland
June 05, 2026
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Sports
Many soccer fans will be drinking alcohol and watching the World Cup. In heat, doing that is risky
Popping a cold beer — or two or three — while watching sports at home, at a bar or during a live game is an age-old tradition
June 05, 2026
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Viral New Zealand soccer star meets Argentine social media influencer who boosted following to 5M
Tim Payne has become a viral sensation thanks to influencer Valen Scarsini
June 05, 2026
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Argentines go into World Cup with atypical mood: tempered hopes
Felipe Mujica is heading into this month's soccer World Cup feeling less anxious than usual.
June 04, 2026
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Iran players describe how the war affects their World Cup preparations
Iran is heading to the World Cup amid tensions with the main host nation, creating a unique situation in tournament history
June 04, 2026
Crime|Education|Health|Sports|Travel|World
Brazilian players from a Rio de Janeiro favela find hope and opportunities thanks to soccer
João Victor Gonçalves, from one of Rio de Janeiro's poorest favelas, has achieved a dream by playing soccer internationally
June 04, 2026
Crime|Sports|World
Swiss forward Embolo goes to US embassy for urgent World Cup visa after travel denied
Switzerland forward Breel Embolo has applied for an urgent visa at the United States embassy in Bern one day after he was denied boarding the team’s flight to the World Cup
June 03, 2026
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Inflation and immigration fears threaten to dampen Miami’s economic benefits from the World Cup
The economic outlook for World Cup host cities isn’t looking good – but there’s still time to change that.
June 03, 2026