Airstrikes have paused and talks are pressing forward. But can the US and Iran take the off-ramp?
Flavio Bolsonaro launches Brazil presidential campaign, touts support from Milei, Netanyahu
Vehicle mows down crowd at Berlin Pride, killing one, police say
Athletics-Hiltz wins US championships 1,500m title once again
Iran war spreads to Red Sea and Caspian, Gulf quiet as US forgoes strikes
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Carlos Beltrán, Andruw Jones and Jeff Kent reflect on Hall of Fame road ahead of induction
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One Kansas City family, two unforgettable moments with Lionel Messi
One Kansas City family, two unforgettable moments with Lionel Messi
July 13, 2026FIFA World Cup
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What to know about new rules and technology behind the World Cup's most contentious calls
It was another game-changing moment at the World Cup that had more to do with television replays in a room far away than a moment of brilliance on the field
July 13, 2026
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Alvarez’s 112th-minute goal helps lift Argentina past Switzerland 3-1 and into World Cup semifinals
Julián Alvarez has sent Argentina into the World Cup semifinals with a stunning long-range strike in extra time against Switzerland
July 12, 2026
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Bellingham scores twice to lift England past Haaland and Norway 2-1 and into World Cup semifinals
Jude Bellingham scored in extra time to lift England past Norway 2-1 and into the World Cup semifinals for the first time since 2018
July 12, 2026
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Erling Haaland neutralized by England and subbed off late as Norway's World Cup run ends
Erling Haaland’s day ended earlier than many expected
July 12, 2026
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Did Cristiano Ronaldo cry? The hotly debated answer cost millions of dollars
Did Cristiano Ronaldo cry? The hotly debated answer cost millions of dollars
July 11, 2026
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World Cup propels surveillance to new heights
The World Cup is bringing visitors and AI-driven surveillance systems, but only one of those is certain to leave when the games are done.
June 30, 2026
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Belgium finally ends Unai Simón’s 650-minute World Cup shutout streak in quarterfinals
Unai Simón's impressive World Cup scoreless streak has ended
July 11, 2026
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Mikel Merino stars again as Spain edges Belgium 2-1 in the World Cup quarterfinals
Mikel Merino scored in the 88th minute off a rebound yielded by backup Belgium goalkeeper Senne Lammens, and Spain advanced to the World Cup semifinals with a 2-1 victory
July 11, 2026
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Kylian Mbappé scores his 8th World Cup goal before leaving game with a 'slight' ankle injury
Kylian Mbappé shook off a missed penalty kick to score his eighth goal of the World Cup, helping France to beat Morocco 2-0 and reach the semifinals for the third time in a row
July 10, 2026
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US star Christian Pulisic fractured his leg in World Cup loss to Belgium
U.S. star Christian Pulisic fractured his right leg during the Americans’ World Cup loss to Belgium and will be sidelined for several weeks
July 09, 2026
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Justin Bieber and more join World Cup final halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira and BTS
Justin Bieber will bring his swag to the World Cup’s Super Bowl-style halftime show
July 09, 2026
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World Cup quarterfinals: It's Messi, Morocco, and 6 teams from Europe. And that's not unusual
The World Cup has narrowed to eight teams, with six from Europe
July 08, 2026
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Why World Cup game balls always make their way back onto the pitch during matches
Game balls for World Cup matches have become stars in their own right during the tournament
July 08, 2026
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Same old story: US men's soccer team has been stagnant for quarter century
The U.S. men's national soccer team remains stagnant despite growth in American soccer
July 07, 2026
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Lionel Messi scores his eighth goal of this year's World Cup, takes lead in Golden Boot race
Lionel Messi let the tears flow at the final whistle, succumbing to emotion after Argentina conjured up an incredible two-goal comeback to beat Egypt 3-2 and advance to the World Cup quarterfinals
July 07, 2026
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After his suspension was lifted in scrutinized move, Balogun has little impact in US World Cup loss
Folarin Balogun’s presence on the field for the United States against Belgium had a seismic impact on the world of soccer, but he ultimately played a forgettable role in the Americans’ 4-1 loss in the World Cup round of 16
July 07, 2026
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A stoic Cristiano Ronaldo exits last World Cup with 'clear conscience' after Portugal loses to Spain
Cristiano Ronaldo heard the cheers while walking off the pitch after his final World Cup match for Portugal
July 07, 2026
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The Latest: FIFA appeals judge dismisses Belgium’s legal challenge to lifted suspension of US player
President Donald Trump is responding to global outrage over his intervention with FIFA during the World Cup
July 06, 2026
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US agencies have seized more than 600 drones near World Cup sites
U.S. agencies have seized over 600 drones near FIFA World Cup venues and fan zones since the start of the tournament on June 11, the Transportation
July 06, 2026
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Candlelight vigil in Kansas City raises awareness of human trafficking during World Cup
Candlelight vigil in Kansas City raises awareness of human trafficking during World Cup
July 07, 2026
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Kylian Mbappé of France scores 19th career World Cup goal, 1 behind Golden Boot rival Messi
Kylian Mbappé of France has scored his 19th career World Cup goal
July 05, 2026
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Kylian Mbappé scores again and France reaches World Cup quarterfinals with 1-0 win over Paraguay
Kylian Mbappé scored his 19th career World Cup goal, and France survived stifling heat to beat Paraguay 1-0, sending Les Bleus into the quarterfinals for the fourth straight time
July 05, 2026
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England faces Mexico at ‘monster’ stadium where El Tri has yet to concede a goal at this World Cup
Mexico has spent 40 years chasing a return to the World Cup quarterfinals
July 05, 2026
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Morocco beats World Cup co-host Canada 3-0 and advances to the quarterfinals
Azzedine Ounahi scored twice to lead Morocco to a 3-0 win over Canada in the World Cup Round of 16 Saturday to make the country the first African nation to reach the quarterfinals more than once
July 05, 2026
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Magical World Cup ride of Vozinha and Cape Verde ends after pushing Messi and Argentina to the brink
Vozinha's dream was for his mother to see him play at the World Cup, and he achieved that and more
July 04, 2026
Africa|Sports|World
Argentina and Cape Verde head to extra time at World Cup after ending regulation tied at 1-1
Argentina and Cape Verde headed to extra time at the World Cup with their Round of 32 match even at 1-1 on Friday
July 04, 2026
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US striker Folarin Balogun says a yellow card, not red card, would have been ‘fair’ at the World Cup
United States forward Folarin Balogun says he respectfully disagrees with his red card in the 2-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina in the World Cup
July 04, 2026
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This high-tech ball was involved in one of the most dramatic moments in World Cup history
FIFA's high-tech ball is responsible for one of the most dramatic climaxes to a World Cup match ever
July 03, 2026
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Belgium coach Garcia says he was not criticizing African teams with World Cup comments
Belgium coach Rudi Garcia says he was not criticizing African soccer when describing “those teams” who lose their tactical shape following his side’s improbable comeback victory over Senegal at the World Cup
July 03, 2026
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How the new World Cup ball helped knock Croatia out with use of technology
How the new World Cup ball helped knock Croatia out with use of technology
July 03, 2026
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500+ drones seized by FBI during the World Cup
More than 500 drones have been seized by the FBI since the start of the World Cup. CNN's Pete Muntean explains why.
July 02, 2026
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Croatia vs. Portugal: What happened in those final, chaotic minutes
In the 109th minute of a wild, pulsating, nerve-shredding World Cup match for the ages, referee Espen Eskås finally called time
July 03, 2026
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Ramos, Ronaldo score as Portugal comes back to beat Croatia 2-1
Goncalo Ramos headed in a pass from Rafael Leao in stoppage time as Cristiano Ronaldo, who had earlier converted a penalty kick, watched from the bench as Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1, ending Luka Modrić’s fifth bid for a World Cup
July 03, 2026
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How 'Country Roads' became the soundtrack of the US team's World Cup run
John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” has become the unofficial anthem of the U.S. men’s national soccer team at the World Cup, with players and fans singing it together after victories
July 03, 2026
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How FIFA World Cup leftovers are helping feed thousands of families
How FIFA World Cup leftovers are helping feed thousands of families
July 03, 2026
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World Cup, 250th anniversary to help drive up July 4 travel even as high fuel prices bite
The number of Americans expected to travel into the weekend as the U.S. marks its 250th anniversary is expected to rise modestly this year,
July 02, 2026
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U.S. beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 to advance to round of 16 and keep its World Cup dreams alive
Folarin Balogun scored his third goal of the World Cup before being sent off with a red card in the second half, and Malik Tillman converted on a free kick to give the 10-man United States squad a 2-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina to advance to the round of 16
July 02, 2026
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Soccer-Pulisic to start for United States in round-of-32 match against Bosnia
Christian Pulisic has returned to a much-changed United States starting 11 for the round-of-32 clash against Bosnia on Wednesday.
July 02, 2026
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Soccer-'It's crazy': Broadcasters toil, and revel, in supersized World Cup
A 104-match, 39-day World Cup held across three countries might be a heavy slog for the players, but spare a thought for the broadcasters.
July 02, 2026
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From Chocolate Avenue to the World Cup, how Hershey, Pennsylvania, shaped Christian Pulisic
Standout U.S. national soccer team player Christian Pulisic hails from Hershey, Pennsylvania
July 01, 2026
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US factory activity eases off four-year high; input prices remain elevated
U.S. manufacturing activity slowed in June after scaling a 4-year high in the prior month, likely as some of the lift from businesses front-loading
July 01, 2026
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US set for a round of 32 World Cup game with Bosnia-Herzegovina as knockout play begins
The U.S. team spent Monday like millions of other interested followers of the World Cup
July 01, 2026
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Mexico batters Ecuador and everything else you need to know about Tuesday’s World Cup action
Mexico batters Ecuador and everything else you need to know about Tuesday’s World Cup action
July 01, 2026
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Ecuador's Hincapié becomes the second player sent off for covering his mouth at the World Cup
Ecuador’s Piero Hincapié has become the second player to be issued a red card at the World Cup under FIFA’s new rule that calls for a player to be sent off for covering their mouth during a confrontational exchange with an opponent
July 01, 2026
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Constellation Brands beats quarterly profit estimates on beer demand
Constellation Brands beat Wall Street estimates for first-quarter profit on Tuesday, driven by demand for its beer brands such as Corona and the Modelo Especial lager.
July 01, 2026
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Haaland scores deciding goal as Norway wins its 1st World Cup knockout game, beating Ivory Coast 2-1
Erling Haaland scored the deciding goal in the 86th minute and Norway won a knockout game at the World Cup for the first time, advancing to the round of 16 with a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast
July 01, 2026
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US playing at home and trying to avoid another quick exit from World Cup knockout rounds
Getting to the knockout rounds of the World Cup is nothing new for the United States
June 30, 2026
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Soccer-Police, firefighters proudly wear World Cup badges as they provide security
Police and firefighters providing public safety at the World Cup are proudly wearing special gold badges on their uniforms,
June 30, 2026