Trump proposes putting political goals above objective criteria in deciding who gets government grants, from childcare to research to public safety
The ‘right to repair’ movement has a point, but consumers should read the warranty fine print first
This successful Arctic fishing treaty has kept Russia, China, the US and others working together for 5 years – it could be a model for future diplomacy
Lawmakers fight to stop the Trump administration's dismantling of a $386M ocean observatory project
Kilauea erupts for the 49th time with fountains expected to grow fast
The Knicks made a championship run that will be remembered in New York and in NBA history
America partied hard this weekend. In Brooklyn, Puerto Rican joy was out in full force
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Is this already the ‘World Cup of Chaos’?
Is this already the ‘World Cup of Chaos’?
June 09, 2026FIFA
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The Beautiful Game is coming to North America and the World Cup is just 3 days away
The Beautiful Game is coming to North America and the World Cup is just 3 days away
June 08, 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
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Why heat, travel and sleep could challenge teams as much as the opposition at the World Cup
Why heat, travel and sleep could challenge teams as much as the opposition at the World Cup
June 07, 2026
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Multicultural pride surges in Canada as the World Cup approaches
Multicultural pride surges in Canada as the World Cup approaches
June 07, 2026
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Sané, Havertz score as Germany beats US 2-1, heads to World Cup with 9-game winning streak
Leroy Sané scored a tiebreaking goal in the 57th minute, giving Germany a 2-1 win over the United States in a friendly and a nine-game winning streak heading into the World Cup
June 07, 2026
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Soccer-FIFA cancels mispriced free World Cup tickets after website error
FIFA has cancelled World Cup tickets for about 60 fans who were able to mistakenly purchase them for free due to a website error, and world soccer's governing body is now asking for
June 05, 2026
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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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FIFA prohibits fans from bringing refillable water bottles into World Cup stadiums
FIFA has made a late change of policy to bar World Cup fans from bringing refillable water bottles into the tournament's 16 stadiums across North America
June 04, 2026
Sports|World
Soccer-Rights group warn of 'climate of fear' at US World Cup games
Rights groups raised concerns over the safety of journalists and fans attending the World Cup in the United States on Wednesday, accusing FIFA of allowing a
June 04, 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
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World Cup gives North American transit a chance to shine - or be booed
The 2026 World Cup is soccer's biggest stage, and for some of North America's rail and bus operators it will be a critical audition.
June 03, 2026
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Artist suing FIFA over destruction of Dallas whale mural before World Cup
An artist has filed a federal lawsuit against soccer's international governing body over the destruction of his giant mural of swimming whales on a building in Dallas as it prepares to host World Cup matches
June 03, 2026
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Ahead of World Cup, Mexico soccer body loses appeals against FIFA fines for fans' anti-gay chant
The Mexican soccer federation has lost its latest appeal against FIFA punishments for fans chanting an anti-gay slur at opponents’ players
June 02, 2026
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Soccer-Toronto police seize $2.5 million worth of fake soccer gear ahead of World Cup
Less than two weeks before the World Cup kicks off, Toronto Police announced on Monday that they made the largest known seizure of counterfeit soccer jerseys in Canadian
June 02, 2026
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The World Cup squad reveal videos are full of Easter eggs you probably missed
The World Cup squad reveal videos are full of Easter eggs you probably missed
June 01, 2026
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Metro Atlanta short-term rental hosts hopeful for Men's World Cup boom to bookings
Metro Atlanta short-term rental hosts hopeful for Men's World Cup boom to bookings
May 28, 2026
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US bars drone flights over sites of World Cup matches
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May 28, 2026
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The 1994 World Cup helped rescue ‘the beautiful game’ from mediocrity. On its return to the US, expect more of that beauty
Global soccer was in the doldrums in the early 1990s – with poor ethics and boring defensive tactics. Then FIFA set about changing the game.
May 26, 2026
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Mexico's president sees 'no issue' with her country hosting Iran's World Cup team during tournament
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says she has “no issue” with her country hosting Iran’s World Cup team after its training base was moved from the United States to Mexico for the summer soccer competition
May 25, 2026
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Iran's soccer federation says team's World Cup base camp has been moved to Mexico from the US
The president of the governing body of Iranian soccer says the nation’s World Cup training base has been moved to Mexico from the United States after getting approval from FIFA
May 24, 2026
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Ronaldo ends Saudi trophy drought with 2 goals in Al-Nassr's win to clinch league title
Cristiano Ronaldo has finally won a major trophy with Al-Nassr
May 22, 2026
MidEast|Sports|Travel|World
Soccer-Iran players apply for U.S., Canada visas in Turkey ahead of World Cup
Iran's national soccer team attended visa appointments in the Turkish capital Ankara on Thursday ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with the whole squad applying for Canadian
May 21, 2026
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FIFA signs another World Cup sponsor deal with the gambling industry
FIFA has added another gambling industry sponsor to the 2026 World Cup by signing Greece-based betting brand Betano to a regional deal covering Europe and South America
May 18, 2026
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FIFA announces Super Bowl-style World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS
The World Cup final will feature a star-studded halftime show headlined by Madonna, Shakira and boy band BTS
May 14, 2026
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Foreign ticket holders from World Cup qualifying countries won't have to pay bonds to enter US
The Trump administration is suspending a requirement that foreign visitors from countries that have qualified for the World Cup and have bought tickets for the soccer tournament pay as much as $15,000 in bonds to enter the United States
May 13, 2026
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US hotel operators say promised boon from hosting World Cup hasn’t materialized yet
U.S. hotels say the promised economic boon from the World Cup hasn’t materialized yet for them
May 12, 2026
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There’s one month until World Cup 2026 kicks off. Here are 5 things to know
There’s one month until World Cup 2026 kicks off. Here are 5 things to know
May 11, 2026
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After outcry, NJ Transit reduces round-trip ticket price to World Cup games
After outcry, NJ Transit reduces round-trip ticket price to World Cup games
May 07, 2026
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Exorbitantly expensive tickets for early World Cup games still on general sale
Tickets for most of the World Cup group games remain on general sale with just over a month to go until the tournament kicks off on June 11
May 01, 2026
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This year's World Cup games could be sizzling. Here's what's being done to prepare for extreme heat
The 2022 World Cup tournament in Qatar was moved from summer to winter because of the threat of extreme heat
April 29, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
FIFA push for new red-card rules at World Cup approved after Champions League and AFCON incidents
Rules for showing red cards to players at the World Cup have been updated because of two controversies in international soccer this year
April 29, 2026
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Soccer-Human Rights Watch urges FIFA to push for 'ICE Truce' at World Cup
FIFA should press the U.S. government to establish an "ICE Truce" for this year's World Cup, including a public guarantee from federal authorities to
April 27, 2026
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World Cup final tickets now reselling for over $2 million each
World Cup final tickets now reselling for over $2 million each
April 24, 2026
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Italy dismisses replacing Iran at the World Cup after suggestion by Trump official
Four-time champion Italy is not interested in replacing Iran at the upcoming World Cup in North America following a suggestion to that effect by U.S. special envoy Paolo Zampolli
April 23, 2026
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Soccer-Italy underwhelmed by Trump envoy's suggestion they should replace Iran at World Cup
The suggestion by an envoy of Donald Trump that Italy should replace Iran at this year's World Cup provoked embarrassment from Azzurri fans on
April 23, 2026
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Mexico to beef up security at tourist sites after shooting at pyramids in lead up to World Cup
Mexico's government is boosting security at tourist sites in preparation for the World Cup after a man opened fire at the Teotihuacan pyramids
April 22, 2026
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More World Cup seats will go on sale after FIFA adds costlier ticket categories
FIFA is putting more World Cup tickets on sale after angering some fans by adding new, more expensive categories
April 21, 2026
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$13 train fare spikes to $150 for World Cup fans attending matches in New Jersey
Sky-high ticket prices won’t be the only thing emptying the wallets of soccer fans attending World Cup matches at some U.S. venues this spring
April 17, 2026
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Soccer-Infantino says Iran will play World Cup matches in US as planned
FIFA president Gianni Infantino said on Tuesday that Iran will play their World Cup matches in the United States in June as scheduled despite the country's
March 31, 2026
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Soccer-Ex-player Cuellar backs Mexico to break 'fifth-game' curse, warns of immigration hurdles
Former international Leonardo Cuellar, who wore Mexico's green jersey at the 1978 World Cup, says this is the year
April 05, 2026
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FIFA president Infantino says Iran will participate in World Cup 'for sure' despite war
FIFA President Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran will participate in the World Cup “for sure” despite its war with the United States
April 16, 2026
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FIFA adds new even more expensive World Cup ticket categories
FIFA has added new, even more expensive tiers of tickets for this year’s World Cup, asking up to $4,105 for a front category 1 seat at the U.S. opener against Paraguay in Inglewood, California, on June 12
April 10, 2026
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Iranian American soccer fans are torn between pride and protest as the World Cup nears
Many Iranian soccer fans in the U.S. have conflicting emotions about their homeland's beloved national team as the World Cup comes to North America
April 09, 2026
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FIFA raises top ticket price for World Cup final to $10,990 during glitch-hampered sales reopening
FIFA raised its top ticket price for the World Cup final to $10,990 during the glitch-hampered reopening of sales after the 48-team field for this year’s tournament was finalized
April 01, 2026
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Gennaro Gattuso is out as Italy's coach after team failed to qualify for World Cup
Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso has left his role by mutual consent after the national team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup
April 03, 2026
Africa|Sports|World
Congo’s World Cup qualification unites a troubled country and brings a rare moment of joy
Congo has erupted in joy overnight after an extra-time goal against Jamaica sent the country back to the World Cup for the first time in more than half a century
April 01, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
5 reasons why Italy has failed to qualify for 3 consecutive World Cups
Italy won’t get a chance at redemption for Roberto Baggio’s miss in the 1994 World Cup final at the Rose Bowl
April 01, 2026
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Iran soccer players meet FIFA head Infantino before World Cup warmup and honor child victims of war
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has promised to “continue to support” Iran’s preparations for the World Cup
March 31, 2026