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In Mexico, World Cup revives pain of missing loved ones

Norma Laguna's daughter Idaly Juache was a striker for a soccer team in Mexico's Ciudad Juarez, a stone's throw from

In Mexico, World Cup revives pain of missing loved ones
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

The Scotsman who leveled up Brazil’s beautiful game

The Scotsman who leveled up Brazil’s beautiful game

The Scotsman who leveled up Brazil’s beautiful game
Sports|World

England and Ghana play to 0-0 draw at World Cup despite flurry-filled final minutes

England dominated possession but came up empty on several late scoring opportunities in a 0-0 draw with Ghana at the World Cup

England and Ghana play to 0-0 draw at World Cup despite flurry-filled final minutes
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 eases restrictions on Iran's world cup team, allowing them in a day earlier

The United States eased restrictions on the Iran squad's travel arrangements at the World Cup on Tuesday, allowing them to travel two days before their

US eases restrictions on Iran's world cup team, allowing them in a day earlier
Sports|US|World

Soccer-U.S. look to keep World Cup momentum going against eliminated Turkey

The United States will look to maintain their momentum and protect several key players from suspension when they face already-eliminated Turkey in

Soccer-U.S. look to keep World Cup momentum going against eliminated Turkey
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|Sports|World

Ronaldo becomes first player to score in six World Cups with two goals against Uzbekistan

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments by getting two goals in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan

Ronaldo becomes first player to score in six World Cups with two goals against Uzbekistan
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
Sports|World

What to know about World Cup tiebreakers and how teams can advance to the knockout phase

The World Cup has reached that stage when mental gymnastics come into play to determine who’s in, who’s out and what’s needed to advance to the next round

What to know about World Cup tiebreakers and how teams can advance to the knockout phase
Arts|Sports|World

Messi? Mbappé? Haaland? Who is likely to become this World Cup’s top scorer?

Messi? Mbappé? Haaland? Who is likely to become this World Cup’s top scorer?

Messi? Mbappé? Haaland? Who is likely to become this World Cup’s top scorer?
Economy|Entertainment|Sports|World

Priced out of World Cup games, Mexican fans take celebrations into their own hands

Mexicans are reclaiming the FIFA World Cup with street celebrations as high ticket prices keep many out of stadiums

Priced out of World Cup games, Mexican fans take celebrations into their own hands
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
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
Sports|World

Soccer-Messi's record 18 World Cup goals cement longevity, redefine greatness

Two days from turning 39, already older than Diego Maradona was when he retired from soccer, Lionel Messi cannot stop breaking records.

Soccer-Messi's record 18 World Cup goals cement longevity, redefine greatness
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
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$75 caviar-topped tots. A day's pay worth of beer. Here's the World Cup menu — and prices

World Cup tickets, flights and hotel rooms are expensive

$75 caviar-topped tots. A day's pay worth of beer. Here's the World Cup menu — and prices
Entertainment|Sports|World

Lionel Messi becomes top scorer in World Cup history with 2 more goals for Argentina

Lionel Messi now has the World Cup scoring record with 18 goals in his career after scoring twice in a 2-0 victory over Austria

Lionel Messi becomes top scorer in World Cup history with 2 more goals for Argentina
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
Europe|Sports|World

French TV disavows female presenter's barb at Belgium's Doku over leaving World Cup for childbirth

French sports media leader L’Équipe has disavowed comments by a female presenter who criticized Belgium winger Jeremy Doku for wanting to leave the World Cup to be at the birth of his first child

French TV disavows female presenter's barb at Belgium's Doku over leaving World Cup for childbirth
Africa|Sports|World

Egypt hopes to continue rise of African football with first-ever World Cup win against New Zealand

Egypt is on the brink of history in the World Cup, heavily favored against New Zealand on Sunday

Egypt hopes to continue rise of African football with first-ever World Cup win against New Zealand
Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Kansas town embraces Algeria at the World Cup as the nation itself grapples with human rights record

Algeria is feeling right at home in Lawrence, Kansas, during the World Cup

Kansas town embraces Algeria at the World Cup as the nation itself grapples with human rights record
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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

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

Come inside Iran's World Cup hotel in Tijuana, Mexico, where fans turn out to cheer

The entrance to the hotel housing Iran’s World Cup team in Tijuana, Mexico, is barricaded and flanked by police and members of the Mexican National Guard

Come inside Iran's World Cup hotel in Tijuana, Mexico, where fans turn out to cheer
Sports|World

Larger World Cup led to predictions of lopsided affairs. The results tell a different story

Criticism began to pour in about how the quality of the World Cup would likely be affected not long after FIFA announced an expanded 48-team tournament

Larger World Cup led to predictions of lopsided affairs. The results tell a different story
Entertainment|Sports|World

A flurry of goals and convincing wins are raising US World Cup hopes and expectations

The early results are in: This U

A flurry of goals and convincing wins are raising US World Cup hopes and expectations
Business|Economy|Sports|Travel|World

Scotland fans have descended on Boston for the World Cup, and bars are struggling to keep up

Scotland fans have brought a festive atmosphere to Boston during the World Cup

Scotland fans have descended on Boston for the World Cup, and bars are struggling to keep up
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
Crime|Europe|Sports|World

Morocco star Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case, French appeals court confirms

A French appeals court confirms that Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco star player Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case

Morocco star Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case, French appeals court confirms
Arts|Sports|Travel|World

Brazilian soccer fans at the World Cup heed warning not to dress Rocky statue in team gear

Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors

Brazilian soccer fans at the World Cup heed warning not to dress Rocky statue in team gear
Arts|Economy|Political|Sports|Technology

Sports cannot become a luxury, says Mamdani, outlining plans to air World Cup throughout New York

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to put World Cup matches on hundreds of kiosks across the five boroughs, as the city's leader who ran on a

Sports cannot become a luxury, says Mamdani, outlining plans to air World Cup throughout New York
Environment|Health|Science|Sports

FIFA hydration breaks have sparked criticism from different groups. But what do they actually do?

FIFA’s new hydration breaks midway through each half were implemented to help players stay cool in the summer heat of Mexico, Canada and the United States, which some experts have warned could be the hottest World Cup in history

FIFA hydration breaks have sparked criticism from different groups. But what do they actually do?
Sports|Travel|US|World

Soccer-Cape Verde keeper Vozinha's mother gets visa to watch son at World Cup

The mother of Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha will finally get to watch her son play at the World Cup after receiving a visa to travel to the United States, following his

Soccer-Cape Verde keeper Vozinha's mother gets visa to watch son at World Cup
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
Arts|Sports|World

Inside the colorful, compelling and controversial jersey designs at the World Cup

The kits at the World Cup are mishmash of verve and color featuring elements of the competing nations' culture and history

Inside the colorful, compelling and controversial jersey designs at the World Cup
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
Political|Sports|World

Soccer-With relations icy, many Canadians lament hosting World Cup with US

Clad in Canada gear with a red cowboy hat and a maple leaf painted on her face, Catherine Paternal was ready to celebrate Canada's

Soccer-With relations icy, many Canadians lament hosting World Cup with US
Health|Science|Sports|World

What experts say about the World Cup heat so far

What experts say about the World Cup heat so far

What experts say about the World Cup heat so far
Health|Sports|World

Portugal dreams of World Cup glory to honor Diogo Jota

Portugal dreams of World Cup glory to honor Diogo Jota

Portugal dreams of World Cup glory to honor Diogo Jota
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

Soccer-Unquenchable Scottish thirst for World Cup beer pushes Boston bars to the limit

Bars in Boston are gearing up for a second tidal wave of drinking by Scotland's Tartan Army of football fans who nearly drained some pubs

Soccer-Unquenchable Scottish thirst for World Cup beer pushes Boston bars to the limit
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|Technology|Travel|World

Match day ticket issue puts Missouri family on the brink of missing World Cup match

Match day ticket issue puts Missouri family on the brink of missing World Cup match

Match day ticket issue puts Missouri family on the brink of missing World Cup match
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
Entertainment|Sports|World

Lionel Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with a hat trick as Argentina tops Algeria

Lionel Messi delivered his first World Cup hat trick and matched Miroslav Klose's career scoring record before thousands of Argentina fans packed into Arrowhead Stadium for a match against Algeria on Tuesday night

Lionel Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with a hat trick as Argentina tops Algeria
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?
Business|Economy|Sports|Travel|World

The World Cup returned to Mexico after 40 years. Many locals feel left out

Born in 1986, the last time Mexico hosted a World Cup, Eduardo Marin likes to joke that he’s measured his life not in years,

The World Cup returned to Mexico after 40 years. Many locals feel left out
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

France striker Kylian Mbappé scores his 13th and 14th World Cup goals

France striker Kylian Mbappé has scored the 13 and 14th World Cup goals of his career, tied for the fourth most in tournament history

France striker Kylian Mbappé scores his 13th and 14th World Cup goals
Americas|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|US|World

Argentina is defending its World Cup title, and its fans are more obsessed than ever

Some Argentina fans shelled out tens of thousands of dollars to follow the World Cup defending champions around the U.S. One group made a 20-hour drive to Tuesday’s opening match in Kansas City against Algeria, living on sandwiches, to save money

Argentina is defending its World Cup title, and its fans are more obsessed than ever
Africa|Crime|Sports|World

Canada court denies Ghana bid to get Partey, who faces rape charges, into country for World Cup game

A Canadian federal judge has rejected Ghana’s bid to get Thomas Partey into the country for the team’s first World Cup match while the midfielder awaits trial on rape charges

Canada court denies Ghana bid to get Partey, who faces rape charges, into country for World Cup game
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
Economy|Environment|Science|Travel|World

MoDOT spent $2.6 million on invasive tree removal in preparation for World Cup

MoDOT spent $2.6 million on invasive tree removal in preparation for World Cup

MoDOT spent $2.6 million on invasive tree removal in preparation for World Cup
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
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!
Europe|Sports|World

When Erling Haaland’s youth coaches realized he was something special

When Erling Haaland’s youth coaches realized he was something special

When Erling Haaland’s youth coaches realized he was something special
Sports|World

Scaloni: 'The whole planet' awaits Messi's 200th cap as Argentina opens World Cup against Algeria

Lionel Messi and Argentina are ready to defend their World Cup title

Scaloni: 'The whole planet' awaits Messi's 200th cap as Argentina opens World Cup against Algeria
Americas|Europe|Sports|World

World Cup official says twitch caused gesture resembling supremacist sign; FIFA says no breach

A World Cup video review official says his hand gesture resembling a white supremacist sign was caused by an involuntary twitch

World Cup official says twitch caused gesture resembling supremacist sign; FIFA says no breach
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
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

Spain at a Tennessee boarding school, Iraq in a rural West Virginia town: Where World Cup teams live

As World Cup teams establish training bases across the United States, communities far from the tournament’s host cities are embracing the international spotlight

Spain at a Tennessee boarding school, Iraq in a rural West Virginia town: Where World Cup teams live
Political|Sports|World

Iran prepares for World Cup debut after months of uncertainty

Iran prepares for World Cup debut after months of uncertainty

Iran prepares for World Cup debut after months of uncertainty
Interview|Sports|World

Lamine Yamal ‘had what other kids didn’t,’ says his former Barcelona youth team coach

Lamine Yamal ‘had what other kids didn’t,’ says his former Barcelona youth team coach

Lamine Yamal ‘had what other kids didn’t,’ says his former Barcelona youth team coach
Arts|Crime|Sports|US|World

World Cup bus set alight as chaotic celebrations erupt in Manhattan after Knicks win

A World Cup bus was set alight and

World Cup bus set alight as chaotic celebrations erupt in Manhattan after Knicks win
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|Travel|World

Soccer-Uruguay's flight to Miami for World Cup match delayed due to airline error

Uruguay's flight from Mexico to Miami for their World Cup opener was delayed by several hours on Sunday due to an airline error, FIFA said.

Soccer-Uruguay's flight to Miami for World Cup match delayed due to airline error
Celebrity|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

Justin Trudeau skipped Canada World Cup opener because girlfriend Katy Perry performed at US game

Former Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau attended the United States’ World Cup opener against Paraguay rather than his own nation’s game vs

Justin Trudeau skipped Canada World Cup opener because girlfriend Katy Perry performed at US game
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Rain sends Germany and Curacao fans on pre-match hunt for umbrellas and beer

An early morning storm soaked Germany and Curacao fans arriving early at the stadium for their teams' World Cup opener on Sunday, sending them scrambling for umbrellas,

Rain sends Germany and Curacao fans on pre-match hunt for umbrellas and beer
Arts|Political|Sports|World

‘Who are we cheering for?’ Iranian Americans face their most complicated World Cup

‘Who are we cheering for?’ Iranian Americans face their most complicated World Cup

‘Who are we cheering for?’ Iranian Americans face their most complicated World Cup
Lifestyle|Sports|World

‘A bird that flies never leaves a trace’: Why is Japan always so tidy at the World Cup?

‘A bird that flies never leaves a trace’: Why is Japan always so tidy at the World Cup?

‘A bird that flies never leaves a trace’: Why is Japan always so tidy at the World Cup?
Food|Sports|Travel|World

In Tijuana, Iran's tiny diaspora agrees on little — except Team Melli

Some 25 miles (40 km) south of the U.S.-Mexico border, nestled between taquerias in the suburbs of Tijuana, hangs a flag in

In Tijuana, Iran's tiny diaspora agrees on little — except Team Melli
Sports|World

Brazil rallies for 1-1 draw against Morocco in its World Cup opener behind Vinícius Júnior's goal

Vinícius Júnior scored an equalizing goal in the 32nd minute to give five-time champion Brazil a 1-1 draw against Morocco in a pulsating, high-profile group match at the World Cup

Brazil rallies for 1-1 draw against Morocco in its World Cup opener behind Vinícius Júnior's goal
Sports|Travel|World

Soccer-Iran face New Zealand in politically charged Los Angeles opener

Iran open their World Cup Group G campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles on Monday in a match shaped as much by events off the pitch as by the

Soccer-Iran face New Zealand in politically charged Los Angeles opener
Environment|Health|Sports|Travel|World

Soccer-Beating the heat no problem for World Cup fans in sweltering Houston

Soaring temperatures failed to dampen the spirits of World Cup supporters who used portable fans, umbrellas and lots of cold liquids to beat

Soccer-Beating the heat no problem for World Cup fans in sweltering Houston
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

A dream day for New York fans with Knicks on the road to clinch and Brazil vs. Morocco in World Cup

If there’s a saving grace from the bedlam that is about to ensue in New York City on Saturday, with the Knicks on the verge of a championship and Brazil taking on Morocco in the World Cup, it is that Game 5 of the NBA Finals is on the road

A dream day for New York fans with Knicks on the road to clinch and Brazil vs. Morocco in World Cup
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel

Motels, marshland and luxury rates: Welcome to the World Cup in New Jersey

Days before the kickoff of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, there was no

Motels, marshland and luxury rates: Welcome to the World Cup in New Jersey
Crime|Sports|Technology|US|World

Drones and lone wolf attacks are key concerns as FBI works to secure 11 World Cup cities

Drones and lone wolf attacks are key concerns as FBI works to secure 11 World Cup cities

Drones and lone wolf attacks are key concerns as FBI works to secure 11 World Cup cities
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
Africa|Crime|Sports|World

Visa denial sidelines Thomas Partey for Ghana’s World Cup opener against Panama in Toronto

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will not play in his team's World Cup opener Wednesday after Canada denied his visa application while he awaits trial in London on multiple charges of rape

Visa denial sidelines Thomas Partey for Ghana’s World Cup opener against Panama in Toronto
Business|Economy|Science|Sports|Technology

Soccer-World Cup fans caught up in SpaceX IPO spectacle in New York

Soccer fans expecting little more than selfies and street noise in Times Square instead found themselves swept into another global spectacle on Friday, the

Soccer-World Cup fans caught up in SpaceX IPO spectacle in New York
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.”

A Bosnian song about disillusionment with the American Dream becomes a World Cup banger
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

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

Knicks fever is colliding with World Cup buzz, and New York soccer bars are trying to juggle both
Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump is raising expectations that this time he really will close deal with Iran to wind down war

President Donald Trump is anticipating a significant weekend for his presidency

Trump is raising expectations that this time he really will close deal with Iran to wind down war
Australia|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Soccer-Former refugees look to ignite Australia's World Cup

Born in refugee camps to parents displaced by conflict in Africa, three players will show the changing face of Australian soccer at the World

Soccer-Former refugees look to ignite Australia's World Cup
Sports|World

Japan captain Wataru Endo is out of the World Cup and retires from international duty

The Japan Football Association says captain Wataru Endo has withdrawn from the country’s World Cup squad due to a foot injury

Japan captain Wataru Endo is out of the World Cup and retires from international duty
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology|World

Trading Day: Peace beckons ... again

Wall Street staged its biggest bounce in two months on Thursday, and oil and bond yields tumbled, after U.S.

Trading Day: Peace beckons ... again
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

Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup’s opening match
Sports|Travel|World

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

Mexico gets off to roaring World Cup start with a 2-0 win over South Africa in the opening match
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

Soccer fans pack UNCG to welcome Norway ahead of World Cup
Sports|World

World Cup beginner’s guide: What you need to know for the biggest sporting event in the world

World Cup beginner’s guide: What you need to know for the biggest sporting event in the world

World Cup beginner’s guide: What you need to know for the biggest sporting event in the world
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Sports|Technology|World

Nike's World Cup play: take on Adidas and revitalize the brand

As the World Cup kicks off, Nike and Adidas are competing on and off the field. Nike needs a win.

Nike's World Cup play: take on Adidas and revitalize the brand
Business|Sports|World

Still thinking about World Cup tickets? Here's where prices, availability stand

The World Cup starts Thursday, and FIFA is charging record prices at the 11 stadiums in the United States, three in Mexico and two in Canada

Still thinking about World Cup tickets? Here's where prices, availability stand
Sports|World

Somali ref Artan picked for showpiece UEFA game after being barred by US from World Cup

Somali referee Omar Artan who was barred by the United States from the World Cup has been picked for the showcase UEFA Super Cup game in August

Somali ref Artan picked for showpiece UEFA game after being barred by US from World Cup