U.S. World Business Lifestyle
Today: July 04, 2026
Today: July 04, 2026

Soccer

Sports|US|World

Pulisic returns to the US lineup with highlights and lowlight in a World Cup loss to Turkey

Christian Pulisic returned to the field for the United States just in time to warm up for the World Cup games that really matter starting next week

Pulisic returns to the US lineup with highlights and lowlight in a World Cup loss to Turkey
Sports|World

Australia clinches knockout round spot with 0-0 draw; Paraguay also likely to advance

Australia and Paraguay played to a 0-0 draw in a result that clinched a spot in the knockout round of the World Cup for the Socceroos and will likely be enough for the Paraguayans to advance

Australia clinches knockout round spot with 0-0 draw; Paraguay also likely to advance
Sports

Soccer-Pulisic on the bench as U.S., Turkey make wholesale changes

U.S. winger Christian Pulisic starts on the bench for a Group D match in which the U.S. and Turkey make wholesale changes.  

Soccer-Pulisic on the bench as U.S., Turkey make wholesale changes
Americas|Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Switzerland wraps up first place in Group B at the World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Canada

Rubén Vargas and Johan Manzambi both scored to give Switzerland a 2-1 victory over Canada at the World Cup as both teams advanced to the knockout round

Switzerland wraps up first place in Group B at the World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Canada
Sports|World

Homophobic chant returns in Mexico's World Cup match against the Czech Republic

Fans at Mexico’s final World Cup group stage match on Wednesday chanted a slur that has previously led to fines against the country’s soccer federation

Homophobic chant returns in Mexico's World Cup match against the Czech Republic
Africa|Entertainment|Sports|World

‘I am a living statue’: How DR Congo’s most famous soccer fan is keeping Patrice Lumumba’s legacy alive

‘I am a living statue’: How DR Congo’s most famous soccer fan is keeping Patrice Lumumba’s legacy alive

‘I am a living statue’: How DR Congo’s most famous soccer fan is keeping Patrice Lumumba’s legacy alive
Sports|World

As eyes are on the men at the World Cup, the Women's World Cup countdown has begun

While most of the soccer world is focused on the men at the World Cup, the countdown has begun for the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil

As eyes are on the men at the World Cup, the Women's World Cup countdown has begun
Sports|World

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha seeks new club after World Cup stardom, doesn't rule out Brazil move

Vozinha, one of the sensations of the World Cup, is looking for a new club

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha seeks new club after World Cup stardom, doesn't rule out Brazil move
Sports|Travel|World

Soccer-Iran says U.S. airport delay holds up World Cup delegation

U.S. host officials "caused problems" for Iran forward Mehdi Taremi and assistant coach Saeed Alhoei, delaying their delegation as they travelled to Seattle for the World Cup match

Soccer-Iran says U.S. airport delay holds up World Cup delegation
Entertainment|Sports|World

Ronaldinho says 'let the magic begin' after signing with Italian Serie C club Ravenna at age 46

Brazil great Ronaldinho has signed with Italian Serie C club Ravenna at age 46 and more than a decade after retiring

Ronaldinho says 'let the magic begin' after signing with Italian Serie C club Ravenna at age 46
Sports|World

Messi and Mbappé romping through World Cup with dazzling display of history-making goals

Argentina's Lionel Messi has been mesmerizing

Messi and Mbappé romping through World Cup with dazzling display of history-making goals
Political|Sports|World

US government softens stance on Iran’s World Cup team entering country ahead of showdown against Egypt

US government softens stance on Iran’s World Cup team entering country ahead of showdown against Egypt

US government softens stance on Iran’s World Cup team entering country ahead of showdown against Egypt
Entertainment|Health|Sports|World

Infantino says FIFA will analyze using hydration breaks at future World Cups

FIFA will consider keeping hydration breaks for future World Cups despite backlash to the extra stoppages in play at this year’s tournament

Infantino says FIFA will analyze using hydration breaks at future World Cups
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

The not-so-silent war being fought in World Cup stadiums: Stadium DJs vs. hydration break boos

The not-so-silent war being fought in World Cup stadiums: Stadium DJs vs. hydration break boos

The not-so-silent war being fought in World Cup stadiums: Stadium DJs vs. hydration break boos
Europe|Sports|World

Erling Haaland scores 2 more goals and Norway beats Senegal 3-2 to reach World Cup round of 32

Erling Haaland scored twice to raise his World Cup goals total to four, and Norway advanced to the round of 32 with a 3-2 win over Senegal

Erling Haaland scores 2 more goals and Norway beats Senegal 3-2 to reach World Cup round of 32
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland dazzle on same day at the World Cup

Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappé delivered dazzling performances on a showcase day for the World Cup’s top scorers

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland dazzle on same day at the World Cup
Sports|World

Soccer-Messi breaks World Cup scoring record with a stunning double

Lionel Messi became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history, netting twice during Argentina's 2-0 Group J win over Austria on Monday.

Soccer-Messi breaks World Cup scoring record with a stunning double
Sports|World

Kylian Mbappé of France scores 2 goals to reach 16 in World Cup career, tying for 2nd most

Kylian Mbappé of France has scored two goals to reach 16 for his World Cup career

Kylian Mbappé of France scores 2 goals to reach 16 in World Cup career, tying for 2nd most
Sports

World Cup sees first weather delay, with France-Iraq game in Philadelphia paused for 2 hours

Heavy rain and thunderstorms prompted a rare World Cup weather delay on Monday, when the halftime break during a match between France and Iraq lasted 2 hours, 10 minutes

World Cup sees first weather delay, with France-Iraq game in Philadelphia paused for 2 hours
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Soccer-Local World Cup fans wave many flags in multicultural Houston

World Cup fever has a distinctly international flavour for residents in Houston, where an estimated third of the population was born outside the United

Soccer-Local World Cup fans wave many flags in multicultural Houston
Africa|Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

A win over Saudi Arabia would send Cape Verde to the round of 32 at the World Cup

Here’s something that very few could have reasonably expected coming into this World Cup: Cape Verde controls its own destiny with one match left in group play

A win over Saudi Arabia would send Cape Verde to the round of 32 at the World Cup
Sports|World

Messi sets World Cup scoring record as defending champion Argentina advances to knockout stage

Lionel Messi set a World Cup record with his 17th and 18th goals, and defending champion Argentina advanced to the knockout stage with a 2-0 victory over Austria

Messi sets World Cup scoring record as defending champion Argentina advances to knockout stage
Africa|Sports|World

Egypt’s Mo Salah adds to list of accolades in World Cup against New Zealand

While Mohamed Salah’s club career is still undecided, he’s building his legacy with Egypt

Egypt’s Mo Salah adds to list of accolades in World Cup against New Zealand
Sports|Travel|World

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

Another World Cup stunner: Cape Verde gets 1st goal of tournament and holds Uruguay to 2-2 draw
Uncategorized

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

Argentina may have America to thank for Lionel Messi's latest World Cup heroics
Entertainment|Sports|World

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

How three Norway players are continuing the mission their dads started at the 1994 World Cup
Business|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Sports|Technology|World

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

Pink boots are everywhere at the World Cup as the color becomes a soccer star
Sports|Travel|World

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

Iran says it's being treated unfairly. Its World Cup travel schedule isn't unique
Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

'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

'Trip of a lifetime': Iowa family heads to Seattle for Team USA’s World Cup match
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

Cape Verde’s star goalkeeper Vozinha gets a family boost before Uruguay clash
Arts|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

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.

In Mexico, a love affair with all things Korean — at least until kickoff
Entertainment|Health|Sports|World

The Great Hydration Break Debate takes over the World Cup

The Great Hydration Break Debate takes over the World Cup

The Great Hydration Break Debate takes over the World Cup
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

Colombia's Luis Díaz stars in World Cup debut, less than 3 years after his parents' kidnapping
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

Christian Pulisic still training separately, increasing concern for the US at the World Cup
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

World Cup hat tricks: Messi’s was the latest, an American scored the first and other key facts
Sports|Travel|World

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

Cape Verde star goalkeeper Vozinha's mother gets visa to attend next World Cup match
Arts|Opinion|Sports|World

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.

40 years on, Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal is still celebrated. But should it be?
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

Messi has his first World Cup hat trick as defending champion Argentina beats Algeria 3-0 in opener
Sports

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

Kylian Mbappé sparks France with 2 goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at the World Cup
Sports|World

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

MLB ballparks are a friendly neighbor to the World Cup, bringing fans and soccer energy to The Show
Food|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|World

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

A taste of home, yerba mate is a shared bond for many World Cup fans
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

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
Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

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

This Sweden defender at the World Cup isn't your typical soccer player: He's a baron!
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

Belgium settles for 1-1 draw with Egypt at World Cup despite numerous chances for Lukaku, De Bruyne
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

Tiny Cape Verde shocks favorite Spain with a draw in country’s first World Cup match
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

Portugal fans mixed on whether Ronaldo will help or hurt team’s World Cup chances
Sports|World

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

Amad Diallo scores in the 90th minute to lift Ivory Coast past Ecuador 1-0 in the World Cup
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

Iran's World Cup experience is less joyful amid war with host US, team captain says before debut
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

Folarin Balogun, who could have played for England or Nigeria, scores 2 for US in World Cup debut